MeanSeanBean Posted June 16, 2018 Share Posted June 16, 2018 Really look forward to seeing him in our backend 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob_Zepp Posted June 16, 2018 Share Posted June 16, 2018 8 hours ago, Guile said: You never know, he could perform better than expected. One day, he may make fans scream. I think he could be huge for us. As long as he is not a one shot wonder or comes up lame and limps to the room never to be heard from again. I think it is important his minutes are protected too to avoid exposing him to some elements in the game too soon. Regardless, as long as he is up for it he should have a least a decent shot at it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Rob_Zepp Posted June 16, 2018 Popular Post Share Posted June 16, 2018 4 minutes ago, shayster007 said: Really look forward to seeing him in our backend Uh, speak for yourself please. I have a no backdoor policy - go behind my net and I will push it on you. 4 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post SID.IS.SID.ME.IS.ME Posted June 16, 2018 Popular Post Share Posted June 16, 2018 1 minute ago, shayster007 said: Really look forward to seeing him in our backend He’s gonna have to really work for it. Those spots aren’t gifted. Rathboner can’t just expect to slide into a slot on our backend without causing some disturbance to the current D order. He’s going to need to convince one of our guys to partner with him. And it may take a while before we can find an appropriate pairing for him. 9 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Rob_Zepp Posted June 16, 2018 Popular Post Share Posted June 16, 2018 10 minutes ago, SID.IS.SID.ME.IS.ME said: He’s gonna have to really work for it. Those spots aren’t gifted. Rathboner can’t just expect to slide into a slot on our backend without causing some disturbance to the current D order. He’s going to need to convince one of our guys to partner with him. And it may take a while before we can find an appropriate pairing for him. Canucks had better trade for Keith Yandle. From the sounds of it, KY will be the best partner for Rathboner. 1 9 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SID.IS.SID.ME.IS.ME Posted June 16, 2018 Share Posted June 16, 2018 1 minute ago, Rob_Zepp said: Canucks had better trade for Keith Yandle. From the sounds of it, KY will be the best partner for Rathboner. Was thinking the same. KY would be the perfect addition to smooth his entry into the pro ranks. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post kenhodgejr Posted June 16, 2018 Popular Post Share Posted June 16, 2018 man we really need more hockey news 1 2 7 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TGokou Posted June 16, 2018 Share Posted June 16, 2018 You know it's too slow when our most respected posters feel the need to come.. and blow up a prospect's thread with useless dialogue. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guile Posted June 16, 2018 Share Posted June 16, 2018 13 minutes ago, TGokou said: You know it's too slow when our most respected posters feel the need to come.. and blow up a prospect's thread with useless dialogue. Just having a bit of fun To be fair, this all stemmed from a couple of us saying that we're very interested to see him perform at the prospects game in a couple weeks, since he's one of those guys that doesn't have a lot of video out there. Should be exciting to see how his skating compares to some of our better prospects, particularly if we take a D at 7th overall. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
richado Posted June 16, 2018 Share Posted June 16, 2018 11 hours ago, SID.IS.SID.ME.IS.ME said: Was thinking the same. KY would be the perfect addition to smooth his entry into the pro ranks. Gotta get a Yandle on that Rathboner 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sean Monahan Posted June 16, 2018 Share Posted June 16, 2018 37 minutes ago, TGokou said: You know it's too slow when our most respected posters feel the need to come.. and blow up a prospect's thread with useless dialogue. I’m flattered that you hold me in such regard. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TGokou Posted June 16, 2018 Share Posted June 16, 2018 4 hours ago, Guile said: Just having a bit of fun To be fair, this all stemmed from a couple of us saying that we're very interested to see him perform at the prospects game in a couple weeks, since he's one of those guys that doesn't have a lot of video out there. Should be exciting to see how his skating compares to some of our better prospects, particularly if we take a D at 7th overall. Don't worry I was having a bit of fun in there as well... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rollieo Del Fuego Posted June 17, 2018 Share Posted June 17, 2018 ....but does Rathbone have Hughes Bahl's size and shot... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alflives Posted June 17, 2018 Share Posted June 17, 2018 2 minutes ago, Rollieo Del Fuego said: ....but does Rathbone have Hughes Bahl's size and shot... Jack is heavier than Hughes, and is a fabulous skater. Plus, he’s more physical than Hughes. Jack Rathbone is going to be a star NHL Dman. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JM_ Posted June 17, 2018 Share Posted June 17, 2018 10 minutes ago, Alflives said: Jack is heavier than Hughes, and is a fabulous skater. Plus, he’s more physical than Hughes. Jack Rathbone is going to be a star NHL Dman. hopefully he'll be at the summer showdown, I'd like to see that for myself. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SID.IS.SID.ME.IS.ME Posted June 17, 2018 Share Posted June 17, 2018 7 minutes ago, Jimmy McGill said: hopefully he'll be at the summer showdown, I'd like to see that for myself. I think barring an injury between now and the end of camp “showdown” game , he should be playing. He’s on the list the team released. And yes, his skating is really something to see. It’s pretty noticeable even in drills and in a game situation he can really fly out there. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JM_ Posted June 17, 2018 Share Posted June 17, 2018 Just now, SID.IS.SID.ME.IS.ME said: I think barring an injury between now and the end of camp “showdown” game , he should be playing. He’s on the list the team released. And yes, his skating is really something to see. It’s pretty noticeable even in drills and in a game situation he can really fly out there. sweet, thanks Sid. I wonder if he'll be ready to sign a contract after his 1st college year? I'm thinking one because he's already 19. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SID.IS.SID.ME.IS.ME Posted June 17, 2018 Share Posted June 17, 2018 1 minute ago, Jimmy McGill said: sweet, thanks Sid. I wonder if he'll be ready to sign a contract after his 1st college year? I'm thinking one because he's already 19. I think it’ll depend on how well he adjusts to the college game. If he settles in really well and puts up 30ish points as a freshman, then I could see the Canucks offering him a contract. But I think the plan for right now is to take things pretty slow and let him develop over the next few years in college. Unless he really shines next season, I wouldn’t expect to see Rathbone go pro until at least his sophomore or junior season. Maybe even the full 4 years. He’s considered a long term prospect, but of course that can all change rather quickly if his performance accelerates the timeline. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JM_ Posted June 17, 2018 Share Posted June 17, 2018 (edited) 16 minutes ago, SID.IS.SID.ME.IS.ME said: I think it’ll depend on how well he adjusts to the college game. If he settles in really well and puts up 30ish points as a freshman, then I could see the Canucks offering him a contract. But I think the plan for right now is to take things pretty slow and let him develop over the next few years in college. Unless he really shines next season, I wouldn’t expect to see Rathbone go pro until at least his sophomore or junior season. Maybe even the full 4 years. He’s considered a long term prospect, but of course that can all change rather quickly if his performance accelerates the timeline. He'll likely bulk up a little bit under a college program, but given the way the game is going if he's in the 180-185 range thats just fine for a speedy offensive defensemen. Might be well worth the wait. Edited June 17, 2018 by Jimmy McGill Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JM_ Posted June 17, 2018 Share Posted June 17, 2018 On 6/15/2018 at 10:53 PM, Rob_Zepp said: Uh, speak for yourself please. I have a no backdoor policy - go behind my net and I will push it on you. Oh come on Rob, all that time in Europe and never once.....? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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