[Video] Scott Howson moments before Nash trade

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[Dr. Wulfgang]

Drunkception?

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I think Howsen is quietly assembling a heck of a team. For the next couple years they are going to be a by committee offense and they will have growing pains defensively, but look at the top 6 core Howsen currently has:

Umberger = 40-50 points, big body plays hard, 30 years old

Brassard = 40-50 points, decent size, poised for a break out, 24 years old

Dubinsky = 40-50 points, good size, should have a bounce back season, could break out, 26 years old

Johansen = 30-40 points, good size, could explode; has the talent, 19 years old

Foligno = 40-50 points, good size, point production trending up, 24 years old

Anisimov = 30-40 points, good size, could benefit from change of scenery, 24 years old

The average age of that core is 24.5 years, give them 2-3 years together and factor in that they have 3 1st round picks in this coming draft which is slated to be fairly deep, their cupboards look to be fairly good and not needing to rush guys in as their core looks pretty solid.

Let's look at their defensive core:

Johnson = 30-40 points, hasn't even come close to hitting his prime, big size, 25 years old

Tyutin = 25-30 points, should be hitting his stride, good size, 28 years old

Wisniewski = 30-40 points, good size, has had some bad luck, 28 years old

Nikitin = 30 points, good size, 26 years old

Aucoin = Well, he's not signed for point production, a little long in the tooth, should provide good veteran leadership for a young team

Erixon = Time will tell, but a very capable defensive prospect, could be a future T4 guy

Add to the fact they just drafted Ryan Murray that defensive core looks to be all in their late 20's to early 30's right around the time the top 6 core matures as a group.

If Mason can regain his confidence and returns to a 30 win goaltender, and Bobrovsky can shake his demons, they could have a very competitive tandem, maybe hit 40 wins and push for a playoff spot if not next year certainly by the year after.

Columbus could be a dark horse team next year to make the playoffs, but there are a lot of if's, question marks and concerns if everyone can put their game together; but the potential is certainly there and I wouldn't take them lightly. They have a lot of talent just waiting to bust out.

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I think Howsen is quietly assembling a heck of a team. For the next couple years they are going to be a by committee offense and they will have growing pains defensively, but look at the top 6 core Howsen currently has:

Umberger = 40-50 points, big body plays hard, 30 years old

Brassard = 40-50 points, decent size, poised for a break out, 24 years old

Dubinsky = 40-50 points, good size, should have a bounce back season, could break out, 26 years old

Johansen = 30-40 points, good size, could explode; has the talent, 19 years old

Foligno = 40-50 points, good size, point production trending up, 24 years old

Anisimov = 30-40 points, good size, could benefit from change of scenery, 24 years old

The average age of that core is 24.5 years, give them 2-3 years together and factor in that they have 3 1st round picks in this coming draft which is slated to be fairly deep, their cupboards look to be fairly good and not needing to rush guys in as their core looks pretty solid.

Let's look at their defensive core:

Johnson = 30-40 points, hasn't even come close to hitting his prime, big size, 25 years old

Tyutin = 25-30 points, should be hitting his stride, good size, 28 years old

Wisniewski = 30-40 points, good size, has had some bad luck, 28 years old

Nikitin = 30 points, good size, 26 years old

Aucoin = Well, he's not signed for point production, a little long in the tooth, should provide good veteran leadership for a young team

Erixon = Time will tell, but a very capable defensive prospect, could be a future T4 guy

Add to the fact they just drafted Ryan Murray that defensive core looks to be all in their late 20's to early 30's right around the time the top 6 core matures as a group.

If Mason can regain his confidence and returns to a 30 win goaltender, and Bobrovsky can shake his demons, they could have a very competitive tandem, maybe hit 40 wins and push for a playoff spot if not next year certainly by the year after.

Columbus could be a dark horse team next year to make the playoffs, but there are a lot of if's, question marks and concerns if everyone can put their game together; but the potential is certainly there and I wouldn't take them lightly. They have a lot of talent just waiting to bust out.

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I worked in a bar for a few months many years ago and walked out drunks at the end of the night often (not a bouncer). Those guys who were always on the verge of falling over backwards just like the guy in the vid were the worst. They couldnt stay standing up and unless you held em up would take 20 steps falling back for every one forward. Theyd be on the pavement the minute you let go of them outside.