leomessi Posted May 19, 2015 Share Posted May 19, 2015 I can see him traded at the draft for a decent pick. Hopefully a solid 15-24th first rounder, but who needs a gritty checker? Tough maybe a 2nd rounder? You're telling me Brendan Gaunce is going to fetch a first rounder in one of the deepest drafts ? I applaud your efforts. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alfstonker Posted May 20, 2015 Share Posted May 20, 2015 (edited) Cough Higgins Cough... I don't think he is like Higgins at all. For a start I think he has a higher hockey IQ and is also going to be more of a leader. Higgins plays much of the time like he is thinking about something else and could hardly be called leadership material. I also think unlike Higgins he helps others to play. (IQ again) Edited May 20, 2015 by alfstonker Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hugor Hill Posted May 20, 2015 Share Posted May 20, 2015 You're telling me Brendan Gaunce is going to fetch a first rounder in one of the deepest drafts ? I applaud your efforts. It is odd how a former first rounder is all the sudden not worth a first round pick any more after he's been drafted. Not arguing. But what's changed except he is more NHL ready? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
avelanch Posted May 20, 2015 Share Posted May 20, 2015 It is odd how a former first rounder is all the sudden not worth a first round pick any more after he's been drafted. Not arguing. But what's changed except he is more NHL ready? the depth of the draft class in which each pick was from, i guess. but gaunce is going to be a solid member of our middle 6 in the not so distant future, I wouldn't be so fast to pass him off for a younger unknown. so many sunk costs already. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Qwags Posted May 20, 2015 Share Posted May 20, 2015 If Richardson isn't resigned, I think that Gaunce could be our 4C guy next season. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
avelanch Posted May 20, 2015 Share Posted May 20, 2015 If Richardson isn't resigned, I think that Gaunce could be our 4C guy next season. that would be fine and dandy, except for the fact that he's a winger now, and has been for a long time... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alfstonker Posted May 20, 2015 Share Posted May 20, 2015 that would be fine and dandy, except for the fact that he's a winger now, and has been for a long time... Go back and read what Green said. As I recall he was put on the wing not as a permanent position but to learn more about being physical, using his big body and battling on the boards. Green implied it was a "course" he was being put through and not a permanent position change. I think it will be down to requirements as to whether he stays there. I think he will revert to centre as he is too "smart" to remain on the wing. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aGENT Posted May 20, 2015 Share Posted May 20, 2015 (edited) the depth of the draft class in which each pick was from, i guess. but gaunce is going to be a solid member of our middle 6 in the not so distant future, I wouldn't be so fast to pass him off for a younger unknown. so many sunk costs already. I don't get it either. I can easily see a 3rd line in a few years of Guance, Cassels and possibly Grenier. Gaunce isn't an exciting offensive dynamo but he's a darn good hockey player with a good head for the game, leadership, good size and a very competent 2 way game. You don't dump guys like that, particularly while their value's still relatively low from still being in the minors. If Richardson isn't resigned, I think that Gaunce could be our 4C guy next season. that would be fine and dandy, except for the fact that he's a winger now, and has been for a long time... As Av said, Gaunce primarily plays LW. I think it's Richardson/UFA/Cassels for 4C Edited May 20, 2015 by J.R. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aGENT Posted May 20, 2015 Share Posted May 20, 2015 Go back and read what Green said. As I recall he was put on the wing not as a permanent position but to learn more about being physical, using his big body and battling on the boards. Green implied it was a "course" he was being put through and not a permanent position change. I think it will be down to requirements as to whether he stays there. I think he will revert to centre as he is too "smart" to remain on the wing. Doubtful. We have C depth of the wazoo. They likely feel the org is better off having him on wing and able to take the odd face off if the main C gets waived. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
avelanch Posted May 20, 2015 Share Posted May 20, 2015 Doubtful. We have C depth of the wazoo. They likely feel the org is better off having him on wing and able to take the odd face off if the main C gets waived. that's my feeling too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aGENT Posted May 20, 2015 Share Posted May 20, 2015 that's my feeling too. He'll be nice insurance for guys getting waived off the dot or if somebody gets injured and he can fill in at C temporarily. Otherwise his toolbox indicates he'd be a better W and our other C prospects are more suited to that role. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ghostsof1915 Posted May 20, 2015 Share Posted May 20, 2015 I can see him traded at the draft for a decent pick. Hopefully a solid 15-24th first rounder, but who needs a gritty checker? Tough maybe a 2nd rounder? Man what it is wrong with you? Gaunce has a role here. He's physical, goes to the dirty areas, fights on the boards, wins puck battles. We need players like this. That's why Edmonton is spinning it's wheels. Their players are all the same. When the playoffs start we need all the guys like Virtanen, Gaunce, etc. as much as we need skilled players. Balance is the key. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Putgolzin Posted May 20, 2015 Share Posted May 20, 2015 I don't think he is like Higgins at all. For a start I think he has a higher hockey IQ and is also going to be more of a leader. Higgins plays much of the time like he is thinking about something else and could hardly be called leadership material. I also think unlike Higgins he helps others to play. (IQ again) Are you talking about Chris Higgins? Cause you said 'Higgins' but followed by saying the opposite of everything true about him (except maybe leadership, I don't know...). Every coach he's had plays him higher than he should because his IQ, he makes other players better and because he plays the game the way they want it to be played. Chris Higgins is a fantastic hockey player; if he only knew how to produce like a 2nd liner he'd be every Canucks fan's dream hockey player. I truly hope the Higgins/Gaunce comparison isn't correct, but fear Gaunce might be that exact type of player...that has it all minus the ability to produce at a top tier level. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gaudette Celly Posted May 20, 2015 Share Posted May 20, 2015 As Av said, Gaunce primarily plays LW. I think it's Richardson/UFA/Cassels for 4C I really hope they slot a prospect in at the 4C (provided they are ready, or even just "close enough") rather than sign another journeyman. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
higgyfan Posted May 21, 2015 Share Posted May 21, 2015 Chris Higgins is a fantastic hockey player; if he only knew how to produce like a 2nd liner he'd be every Canucks fan's dream hockey player. Higgins is a fantastic hockey player that should be playing on the 3rd line. At his $ he shouldn't be expected to be a "dream hockey player". Fans that keep harping about Higgy on the 2nd line should realize the problem isn't the player; it's the team management. I truly hope the Higgins/Gaunce comparison isn't correct, but fear Gaunce might be that exact type of player...that has it all minus the ability to produce at a top tier level. Gaunce is projected to be a bottom 6 player. If he has Higgy skills + size + drives to the net I will be very happy with him. Fans need to quit putting such high expectations on player/prospects and start to recognize the value of having a very good bottom 6. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baer. Posted May 21, 2015 Share Posted May 21, 2015 I really hope they slot a prospect in at the 4C (provided they are ready, or even just "close enough") rather than sign another journeyman. I'd rather a journeyman with a cup ring than a rookie with no experience. As mentioned before Gaunce moved to LW and Cassels might get a chance but It's hard to imagine him sticking. I want a guy like Gaustad who you can put in the game anytime and be confident with. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Putgolzin Posted May 21, 2015 Share Posted May 21, 2015 Agreed 100% I'd reiterate that the reason he keeps playing 2nd line (despite the fact he produces like an excellent 3rd liner) is that he plays hockey the way coaches want it played, it just makes it hard for them to resist moving him up the lineup. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Psycho_Path Posted May 21, 2015 Share Posted May 21, 2015 I'd rather a journeyman with a cup ring than a rookie with no experience. As mentioned before Gaunce moved to LW and Cassels might get a chance but It's hard to imagine him sticking. I want a guy like Gaustad who you can put in the game anytime and be confident with. I'd be pretty confident with Cassels in any situation Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VegasCanuck Posted May 21, 2015 Share Posted May 21, 2015 I can see him traded at the draft for a decent pick. Hopefully a solid 15-24th first rounder, but who needs a gritty checker? Tough maybe a 2nd rounder? In case you've missed what Benning is doing, he's trying to accelerate where our players are in development and being ready to step into the NHL. If (big if) Gaunce was to be moved, it would be for someone who is even more ready to step into the NHL, not someone less ready. Everything Benning has done during the year is to that end. 3rd for Pedan (was 3rd rounder) 2nd for Bear (was 1st rounder) Fosling for Clendening (was 2nd rounder) He's getting comparable talent, but talent that is closer to stepping into the league. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2SKATES1STICK Posted May 21, 2015 Share Posted May 21, 2015 You're telling me Brendan Gaunce is going to fetch a first rounder in one of the deepest drafts ? I applaud your efforts. hes a late first who is on track and a few years ahead in his development. vey cost a 2nd. vey. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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