Kootenay Gold Posted November 22, 2018 Share Posted November 22, 2018 30 minutes ago, Boudrias said: Would like to see Archy, Gaunce and Gaudette back in Utica. Sending Gaudette down is not questioning his play in Vancouver but a desire for more TOI which would benefit him more. He has had a nice stretch in Van and can take his experience back to Utica. With Vancouver still having 4 forwards out due to injury, the return of Gaunce, Archibald and Gaudette to the Comets is a bit of a waiting game. Both Baertschi and Boeser are questionable as to expected return to play dates but Sutter and Beagle should be ready to go within the next week to ten days from what has been posted. That being the case, the most likely returnees would be Gaunce and Gaudette as they are both Center men; although both can play wing if required. That leaves Archibald as the lone forward still up with the Canucks; IMO, he might stick with the team for the rest of the season and see spot duty as the need occurs. Getting both Gaunce and Gaudette back in Utica would be a huge boost to the overall performance of the Comets. It would also be good IMO, for the overall development of Adam Gaudette as he grows his game 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UticaHockey Posted November 22, 2018 Share Posted November 22, 2018 10 minutes ago, Kootenay Gold said: With Vancouver still having 4 forwards out due to injury, the return of Gaunce, Archibald and Gaudette to the Comets is a bit of a waiting game. Both Baertschi and Boeser are questionable as to expected return to play dates but Sutter and Beagle should be ready to go within the next week to ten days from what has been posted. That being the case, the most likely returnees would be Gaunce and Gaudette as they are both Center men; although both can play wing if required. That leaves Archibald as the lone forward still up with the Canucks; IMO, he might stick with the team for the rest of the season and see spot duty as the need occurs. Getting both Gaunce and Gaudette back in Utica would be a huge boost to the overall performance of the Comets. It would also be good IMO, for the overall development of Adam Gaudette as he grows his game What I read about Sutter is he isn't expected back before Christmas. This doesn't look good for Baertschi any time soon and they just swapped out Boucher for Gaunce. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kootenay Gold Posted November 22, 2018 Share Posted November 22, 2018 I noticed the swap of Gaunce for Boucher just after I had posted. Not sure how that will play out in Utica as I guess it depends on where the coach chooses to use Gaunce. Does he play Center or is he slotted as a LW'er? I think this call up was due to Gaunce getting close to his waiver exempt limit which would have been Nov 29th. Darren Archibald also has that same time limit but I suspect the Canucks are going to keep him up for the rest of the season. Boucher will be subject to the same 10 game or 30 day limit so he should be back with the Comets probably before the player movement restrictions for the holiday season kick in. I still think Gaudette will head back to Utica once either Beagle or Sutter return to play. That would be good news for Comets fans I am sure. Another player to watch for a possible move to Utica would be Alex Biega as he must be returned by Nov 24th or be subject to re-entry waivers. With Alex Edler set to return shortly I would expect them to make that move. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UticaHockey Posted November 22, 2018 Share Posted November 22, 2018 12 minutes ago, Kootenay Gold said: I noticed the swap of Gaunce for Boucher just after I had posted. Not sure how that will play out in Utica as I guess it depends on where the coach chooses to use Gaunce. Does he play Center or is he slotted as a LW'er? I think this call up was due to Gaunce getting close to his waiver exempt limit which would have been Nov 29th. Darren Archibald also has that same time limit but I suspect the Canucks are going to keep him up for the rest of the season. Boucher will be subject to the same 10 game or 30 day limit so he should be back with the Comets probably before the player movement restrictions for the holiday season kick in. I still think Gaudette will head back to Utica once either Beagle or Sutter return to play. That would be good news for Comets fans I am sure. Another player to watch for a possible move to Utica would be Alex Biega as he must be returned by Nov 24th or be subject to re-entry waivers. With Alex Edler set to return shortly I would expect them to make that move. If the Canucks ever get healthy again which is a big if I don't see Archie staying in Vancouver and I don't see him as a waiver risk. Archie is a heart and soul guy at the AHL level but there are much better NHL players that clear waivers all the time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Connor comet Posted November 22, 2018 Share Posted November 22, 2018 3 hours ago, Kootenay Gold said: I noticed the swap of Gaunce for Boucher just after I had posted. Not sure how that will play out in Utica as I guess it depends on where the coach chooses to use Gaunce. Does he play Center or is he slotted as a LW'er? I think this call up was due to Gaunce getting close to his waiver exempt limit which would have been Nov 29th. Darren Archibald also has that same time limit but I suspect the Canucks are going to keep him up for the rest of the season. Boucher will be subject to the same 10 game or 30 day limit so he should be back with the Comets probably before the player movement restrictions for the holiday season kick in. I still think Gaudette will head back to Utica once either Beagle or Sutter return to play. That would be good news for Comets fans I am sure. Another player to watch for a possible move to Utica would be Alex Biega as he must be returned by Nov 24th or be subject to re-entry waivers. With Alex Edler set to return shortly I would expect them to make that move. No one is gonna claim any of these guys.. they are a dime a dozen..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TomatoPieFan Posted November 23, 2018 Share Posted November 23, 2018 CANUCKS RECALL CENTER REID BOUCHER Nov 22, 2018 Vancouver, BC – Vancouver Canucks General Manager Jim Benning announced today that the club has recalled center Reid Boucher and reassigned center Brendan Gaunce to the Utica Comets. Boucher, 25, has led the Comets in scoring this season with 16 points (10-6-16) in 12 games. He ranks fifth in the AHL for most goals (10) and tied for ninth for most power play goals (4). The Lansing, Michigan native has appeared in 132 NHL games, registering 42 points (20-22-42). The center was originally drafted by the New Jersey Devils in the fourth round, 99th overall in the 2011 NHL Entry Draft. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
86Viking Posted November 23, 2018 Share Posted November 23, 2018 Boucher isn't a C Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alfstonker Posted November 23, 2018 Share Posted November 23, 2018 19 hours ago, Kootenay Gold said: I noticed the swap of Gaunce for Boucher just after I had posted. Not sure how that will play out in Utica as I guess it depends on where the coach chooses to use Gaunce. Does he play Center or is he slotted as a LW'er? I think this call up was due to Gaunce getting close to his waiver exempt limit which would have been Nov 29th. Darren Archibald also has that same time limit but I suspect the Canucks are going to keep him up for the rest of the season. Boucher will be subject to the same 10 game or 30 day limit so he should be back with the Comets probably before the player movement restrictions for the holiday season kick in. I still think Gaudette will head back to Utica once either Beagle or Sutter return to play. That would be good news for Comets fans I am sure. Another player to watch for a possible move to Utica would be Alex Biega as he must be returned by Nov 24th or be subject to re-entry waivers. With Alex Edler set to return shortly I would expect them to make that move. Well I hope he wipes the smile off that pudding face of his and decides to work his a-- off for a change. I really can't understand that swap - was Green expecting Gaunce to play lights out after such a long layoff? We need grafters not snowflakes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CRAZY_4_NAZZY Posted November 24, 2018 Share Posted November 24, 2018 Been really impressed with Carcone's game. Wasn't even on Utica's roster for the first 3 games, but has stepped up during the injuries and is now top 5 in team scoring. Speedy, got some hands, and super gritty. Would love to see him given a call up at some point. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nuxfanabroad Posted November 24, 2018 Share Posted November 24, 2018 Nice to see the Comets pull out another W, 5-4, despite being badly outshot. Two W's in a row! Bachman took care of biz tonite. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
73 Percent Posted November 24, 2018 Share Posted November 24, 2018 Hmm what are the Utica guys goung to complain about with back to back wins? Romainlettuce recalls? Gas prices? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kanukfanatic Posted November 24, 2018 Share Posted November 24, 2018 2 hours ago, 73 Percent said: Hmm what are the Utica guys goung to complain about with back to back wins? Romainlettuce recalls? Gas prices? They will continue to complain about canuck management not getting them centres. Again...and again...and again...and again. Not sure why they even bother going to the games. But...I am not sure why I bother watching canuck games right now either. canucks are terrible. I should not be so critical of utica posters i guess. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alfstonker Posted November 24, 2018 Share Posted November 24, 2018 I see Canuck fan self entitlement has now spread to the Utica thread. What a despicable bunch we are. We only take a break from ripping the p-ss out of our own players to have a go at the Utica fans now. I sometimes wonder if Vancouver deserves an NHL team. 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dats hockey Posted November 24, 2018 Share Posted November 24, 2018 25 minutes ago, alfstonker said: I see Canuck fan self entitlement has now spread to the Utica thread. What a despicable bunch we are. We only take a break from ripping the p-ss out of our own players to have a go at the Utica fans now. I sometimes wonder if Vancouver deserves an NHL team. Believe it or not being critical of you sports teams is a form of passion 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alfstonker Posted November 24, 2018 Share Posted November 24, 2018 1 minute ago, Dats hockey said: Believe it or not being critical of you sports teams is a form of passion It depends what it is based on. Example: I'm reading another thread where some of our resident idiots are blaming Green for the team's injuries. If you look above we have Comets fans being attacked now - where do these people get the gall? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dats hockey Posted November 24, 2018 Share Posted November 24, 2018 Just now, alfstonker said: It depends what it is based on. Example: I'm reading another thread where some of our resident idiots are blaming Green for the team's injuries. If you look above we have Comets fans being attacked now - where do these people get the gall? In all fairness both teams are in between a rock and a hard place which will trigger some to over react. And really blaming green for injuries? Lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post UticaHockey Posted November 24, 2018 Popular Post Share Posted November 24, 2018 11 hours ago, 73 Percent said: Hmm what are the Utica guys goung to complain about with back to back wins? Romainlettuce recalls? Gas prices? Actually gas prices are going down and I will have a second helping of apple pie and skip the Romain Lettuce and salad. The Comets stole a win list night but I will take it. Out shot 47 - 23 is not sustainable winning hockey but the Amerks back up goaltender didn't have a good game and the ugliest of defensive turnovers were from the Amerks and not the Comets for a change. Should have a decent chance of making it three in a row with Demko tonight at home against a crappy Senators team. But they need to stop being out shot so badly to beat even the weakest of teams in the division. 1 3 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
higgyfan Posted November 24, 2018 Share Posted November 24, 2018 6 hours ago, alfstonker said: I see Canuck fan self entitlement has now spread to the Utica thread. What a despicable bunch we are. We only take a break from ripping the p-ss out of our own players to have a go at the Utica fans now. I sometimes wonder if Vancouver deserves an NHL team. I've seen a couple of people make somewhat critical remarks, but I don't think they were 'ripping' anyone. Both Canuck fans and Utica fans are feeling very disappointed with their teams right now and this is a repeat performance from previous years. People are frustrated with the endless injuries (and callups that are depleting the Comets) which are resulting in way too many losses. I suggest you have a look at other team message boards (and not just NHL teams) during a losing streak. You will think your are reading the Canuck board. Fans are passionate about their hockey team(s) and will often voice their disappointment with extreme criticism. 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
86Viking Posted November 24, 2018 Share Posted November 24, 2018 11 hours ago, Kanukfanatic said: They will continue to complain about canuck management not getting them centres. Again...and again...and again...and again. Have Canuck fans been pissy about us not getting any C help for the NHL club? I know Beagle and Sutter are hurt but damn....having to use Horvat that much on the faceoffs just to try and win is kind of sad. To me it is quite sad that we lack C depth in our organization. Yes it isnt an easy position to fill, but there has to be some good AHL caliber or fringe NHL C out there that we could have signed since our injuries that could have helped out the organization at the C position. Seems like Manny can't fix players inability to win a faceoff, that is solely on the player. Glad to see Demko back in G for the Comets, hopefully they start to turn things around and some of the youth many thought would make a big impact immediately start to turn the corner and get used to playing PRO hockey in the A Go Nucks & Comets Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JamesB Posted November 24, 2018 Share Posted November 24, 2018 7 hours ago, alfstonker said: It depends what it is based on. Example: I'm reading another thread where some of our resident idiots are blaming Green for the team's injuries. If you look above we have Comets fans being attacked now - where do these people get the gall? 7 hours ago, Dats hockey said: In all fairness both teams are in between a rock and a hard place which will trigger some to over react. And really blaming green for injuries? Lol I cannot recall seeing Green blamed for injuries, but obviously I don't read everything on CDC. But there can't be many posts blaming Green. There have been quite a few posts blaming the organization (i.e. Benning). I can't pretend to know how much blame, if any, the organization should get, but the issues are real. When Gillis was GM, the Canucks tried hard to minimize risks including using some unorthodox methods (like the "sleep doctor"). The current (Benning) regime is more old school and has gone back to a more traditional approach. Here are two issues: 1. You are more likely to get injured when you are tired. This is not in doubt and has been well established scientifically. There are both mental and physical reasons. The mental reason is that it is harder to stay focused when you are tired and easier to make a mistake. So, if you are tired, you are more likely to lose your footing, fall down, block a shot in a dangerous position, not anticipate a dangerous play, etc. So one way to reduce the risk of injury is to minimize fatigue. Gillis brought in a "sleep doctor". One change they made was that, on the road, they would often stay in a city after the game and travel the next morning. This is in contrast to the "old school" approach of usually traveling after the game. The problem with traveling after the game is that you often end up with a very late night that disrupts your sleep pattern. And that increases fatigue. 2. "Playing through pain." All players play through pain sometimes or play when they aren't 100%. But most players do it too much. It used to be common practice to come back too early from concussions, but I think that has been greatly improved by the NHL concussion protocol. But the issue is there with other injuries. For example, with groin injuries, it is common to "play through" pain when it is probably better to rest the injury in the early stages instead of letting it get worse (unless it is the playoffs or a really big game coming up). I have noticed a tendency for fans to say that "the Canuck training staff know what they are doing" and that guys would not be allowed to play "until they are ready". But there is a big grey area and a tendency for teams to err on the side of getting players on the ice too early. That is one reason the NHL over-rode concussion treatment and imposed a league-wide protocol. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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