DeNiro Posted January 8, 2016 Share Posted January 8, 2016 Sad to see Jensen go, I've been rooting for him for a long time. His offense is too inconsistent for him to be a top 6 player, but he was starting to show signs that he could be a good bottom 6 guy. The thing is if that's all he's going to be, Etem is much more suited to that role than Jensen is. Jensen has also fallen down the depth chart behind Virtanen, Boeser, and Grenier, so it's unlikely he was ever going to find a spot in the top 6. That would most likely mean he would have to be put on waivers next season and likely lost for nothing. I like Etem though, he's put up more points at every level than Jensen has, and Jensen is supposed to be the offensive player. Etem has the ability to play the energy game, but also has some serious untapped offensive potential (See his goal against the Jets). If Willie can get more out of this guy, this could be a great trade for us. I think at the very least we have a solid young role player, which is more than we could say about Jensen at this point. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
N4ZZY Posted January 8, 2016 Share Posted January 8, 2016 23 minutes ago, EternalCanuckFan said: Agree. Something's got to give. Vey's most likely going back to the AHL. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gaudette Celly Posted January 8, 2016 Share Posted January 8, 2016 Roster's going to get crowded, but with Jake and Jared moving in and out of the lineup there'll be some space -- Etem will likely be part of that platoon, as WD and crew "remold" him as they've done with Sven, easing him in. Still expecting more than ever now for vets to go for picks between now and TDL. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lancaster Posted January 8, 2016 Share Posted January 8, 2016 I always support Jensen. I still believe that he was be a very good 2nd line scorer in the NHL. Hopefully this will have a Grabner-like effect on him, that it's time to really boot up those bootstraps and go for it. GL in NY Jense. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maniwaki Canuck Posted January 8, 2016 Share Posted January 8, 2016 1 minute ago, aliboy said: If they can get Etem going, this is going to be a great deal for us! This may be very similar to getting Baer going! This kid scored some very nice goals in the playoffs. Got to agree with this. At this stage, Etem has more upside than Jensen, despite going through a few NHL clubs in the last year. But it will be interesting to see if he's really any better than Grenier: quite possibly not. In any case, Jensen wasn't going to make the big club next year, so this was worth a try. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SergioMomesso Posted January 8, 2016 Share Posted January 8, 2016 3 minutes ago, oldnews said: I really like the fact they've added another heavy bodied NHL-ready right handed shot - that fits nicely with this club's needs. Honey Badger going on IR sucks hard - but Etem will step right in with an opportunity. c'mon people. He shoots LEFT HANDED Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
canuktravella Posted January 8, 2016 Share Posted January 8, 2016 big body and plays better in playoffs than reg season sounds like a steal Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
N4ZZY Posted January 8, 2016 Share Posted January 8, 2016 Just now, DeNiro said: Sad to see Jensen go, I've been rooting for him for a long time. His offense is too inconsistent for him to be a top 6 player, but he was starting to show signs that he could be a good bottom 6 guy. The thing is if that's all he's going to be, Etem is much more suited to that role that role than Jensen is. Jensen has also fallen down the depth chart behind Virtanen, Boeser, and Grenier, so it's unlikely he was ever going to find a spot in the top 6. That would most likely mean he would have to be put on waivers next season and likely lost for nothing. I like Etem though, he's put up more points at every level than Jensen has, and Jensen is supposed to be the offensive player. Etem has the ability to play the energy game, but also has some serious untapped offensive potential (See his goal against the Jets). If Willie can get more out of this guy, this could be a great trade for us. I think at the very least we have a solid young role player, which is more than we could say about Jensen at this point. I agree. Will miss Jensen. It's unfortunate that he couldn't produce at the NHL level. I haven't seen much of Etem. But I know that when Kesler was traded to Anaheim, Benning wanted Etem in the deal. He now has the players he coveted in Sutter, AND Etem. Let's see what this kid can do. He's still young, got a little bit of time in him, before he's deemed a complete bust. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
86Viking Posted January 8, 2016 Share Posted January 8, 2016 If someone is willing to look into it when we hare healthy in the forward department how many extras will be have? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jaimito Posted January 8, 2016 Share Posted January 8, 2016 hope he can contribute soon. Injuries decimating the team. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aliboy Posted January 8, 2016 Share Posted January 8, 2016 WD puts him out with the twins and he lights it up!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tystick Posted January 8, 2016 Share Posted January 8, 2016 I remember when many people on here were crying for this guy when we were dealing Kesler. Very excited to see what he can do. Nothing wrong with a big skilled winger. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldnews Posted January 8, 2016 Share Posted January 8, 2016 1 minute ago, SergioMomesso said: c'mon people. He shoots LEFT HANDED yeah brain cramp - RW, left handed like Niklas. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DarthMelvin Posted January 8, 2016 Share Posted January 8, 2016 4 minutes ago, SergioMomesso said: c'mon people. He shoots LEFT HANDED Thinkin he may have meant Right wing there lol...OUCH~! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Apple Juice Posted January 8, 2016 Share Posted January 8, 2016 27 minutes ago, Yotes said: nice goal by Etem in the playoffs! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cnQ0OzoE_Pk I remember watching this game and seeing that goal. Was a thing of beauty. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldnews Posted January 8, 2016 Share Posted January 8, 2016 Happy for Niklas as well - he's going to a strong club with a coach that knows precisely what he's getting - and hopefully that translates into a solid opportunity for Jensen. Hard not to like the guy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mackcanuck Posted January 8, 2016 Share Posted January 8, 2016 I like it, An $850.5K cap hit and is an RFA next season Another MH Tiger that Willie coached, Willie is happy, probably pitching a tent right now Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bradsterrr Posted January 8, 2016 Share Posted January 8, 2016 Will Emerson be reporting to Utica or will he be staying with the Canucks? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
86Viking Posted January 8, 2016 Share Posted January 8, 2016 2 minutes ago, Apple Juice said: I remember watching this game and seeing that goal. Was a thing of beauty. if he drives to the net like that, and Jake can do the same that is good for us. we are adding some size, speed and skill to our team. Things are going to get better for our team, it is a transition but we cant rush any of these guys to all of a sudden light the world on fire. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LuckyLuciano Posted January 8, 2016 Share Posted January 8, 2016 Our answer to Ferklund? Can he hit and fight? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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