Gaudette Celly Posted July 25, 2018 Share Posted July 25, 2018 14 minutes ago, Rob_Zepp said: A player with the puck no less. At least these two players have a similar CAP hit. "Connor, please be patient. I'm fully booked." Kathy McLlwain Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pears Posted July 25, 2018 Share Posted July 25, 2018 24 minutes ago, brownky said: If anyone didn't see it happen, that's Connor "Fastest player in the history of the universe according to Knobgobble Media Co." Mcjesus that he outruns. So I'm pretty stoked about this. It's alll coming together. Still don’t understand why Virtanen wasn’t given a penalty shot there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xereau Posted July 25, 2018 Share Posted July 25, 2018 Looking for 18/22/40 from Jake this season. Too much? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dixon Ward Posted July 25, 2018 Share Posted July 25, 2018 I am pumped for Jake this season. Bought my tickets to watch the preseason game in Kelowna yesterday. I for one hope they give him a good long shot at LW. By all accounts that is where he played better in junior. Coaches should at least try to play to players' strengths. 3 minutes ago, xereau said: Looking for 18/22/40 from Jake this season. Too much? This is doable if he is given quality playing time with offensive players and not put with Beagle and Schaller. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hogs & Podz Posted July 25, 2018 Share Posted July 25, 2018 24 minutes ago, brownky said: If anyone didn't see it happen, that's Connor "Fastest player in the history of the universe according to Knobgobble Media Co." Mcjesus that he outruns. So I'm pretty stoked about this. It's alll coming together. To be fair.... I believe Connor was at the end of his shift here. Never the less... He's no backcheck specialist.... whereas Jake is becoming just that and has offensive upside. Great bridge contract! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shazzam Posted July 25, 2018 Share Posted July 25, 2018 Excellent deal for us. Who's Jake's agent? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PhillipBlunt Posted July 25, 2018 Share Posted July 25, 2018 15 minutes ago, Setyoureyesontheprize said: Milan looks like he's struggling here. Common theme these days for him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coryberg Posted July 25, 2018 Share Posted July 25, 2018 18 minutes ago, Pears said: Still don’t understand why Virtanen wasn’t given a penalty shot there. Looks like McDavid lifted his stick. Nothing wrong there Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
250Integra Posted July 25, 2018 Share Posted July 25, 2018 Great deal. Show us what you've got Jake! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SID.IS.SID.ME.IS.ME Posted July 25, 2018 Share Posted July 25, 2018 3 minutes ago, Rodishred said: To be fair.... I believe Connor was at the end of his shift here. Never the less... He's no backcheck specialist.... whereas Jake is becoming just that and has offensive upside. Great bridge contract! Yeah, not just the end of his shift but IIRC he’d been on for pretty much the whole OT (you can see how gassed his linemates are), so possibly 70 seconds, while Jake had just started his shift. But who cares about all that. We have Jake “Faster than McDavid” Virtanen! Shoulda kept Cole “Shuts Down McDavid” Cassels too. And I think I remember a goalie who stoned Connor a few times back in minor midget, so maybe we should sign Jason “McDavid’s Kryptonite” Rhynold. Add a few more similar players and we’ll definitely have the team we need. In all seriousness though, when Jake’s in shape and just flying, I think his speed and acceleration are comparable to McD, and that’s definitely a great weapon to have in your arsenal. This extension is an excellent deal. Great value for Jake “as is” and could be a massive bargain if he progresses as many of us hope/expect. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CroSen Posted July 25, 2018 Share Posted July 25, 2018 This contract seems like a steal. Great job Jim and Trevor. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Abysmal Moniker Posted July 25, 2018 Share Posted July 25, 2018 Love this deal, and I'm gonna love the massive raise Jake earns in 3 years. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MattJVD Posted July 25, 2018 Share Posted July 25, 2018 37 minutes ago, Pears said: Still don’t understand why Virtanen wasn’t given a penalty shot there. 17 minutes ago, coryberg said: Looks like McDavid lifted his stick. Nothing wrong there Yeah, I think you're right coryberg. McD, reaches out without holding or hooking, and gets clean stick on stick contact, doesn't hit Jake's hands. Good stick check. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DrJockitch Posted July 25, 2018 Share Posted July 25, 2018 He is still only 21. Seems like he has been around forever, still so young especially for a PF. Good deal, pretty much right in line with what he has earned to date. Hope his next contract is massive. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theo5789 Posted July 25, 2018 Share Posted July 25, 2018 25 minutes ago, SID.IS.SID.ME.IS.ME said: Yeah, not just the end of his shift but IIRC he’d been on for pretty much the whole OT (you can see how gassed his linemates are), so possibly 70 seconds, while Jake had just started his shift. But who cares about all that. We have Jake “Faster than McDavid” Virtanen! Shoulda kept Cole “Shuts Down McDavid” Cassels too. And I think I remember a goalie who stoned Connor a few times back in minor midget, so maybe we should sign Jason “McDavid’s Kryptonite” Rhynold. Add a few more similar players and we’ll definitely have the team we need. In all seriousness though, when Jake’s in shape and just flying, I think his speed and acceleration are comparable to McD, and that’s definitely a great weapon to have in your arsenal. This extension is an excellent deal. Great value for Jake “as is” and could be a massive bargain if he progresses as many of us hope/expect. I'd like to add that yes his speed is great for a power forward, but he needs to develop the hands at that speed. Jason Chimera (who is my comparable player for Virtanen as of right now) was one of the fastest player in the league at one point, but that's about it. Although a Chimera floor (hopefully) for Virtanen wouldn't be so bad as he pulled out 1000+ NHL game career so far. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pepe Silvia Posted July 25, 2018 Share Posted July 25, 2018 I'm calling 18g and 23 assists this season for 41 pts in 82gp or 0.5ppg if he's injured. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RRypien37 Posted July 25, 2018 Share Posted July 25, 2018 2 hours ago, Rush17 said: waht... that is dirt cheap. to low if you ask me. Jake got raked over the coals lol Explain? He hasn't proven anything yet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Me_ Posted July 25, 2018 Share Posted July 25, 2018 “He adds physical presence and speed to our line-up and can help create offensive chances when going hard to the net. We look forward to seeing Jake take the next step in his game and consistently contribute to the team’s success.” - Benning Expected: Speed Physical presence Create offensive chances by going hard to the net Mandate for this contract: Consistency Gain Green’s unquestioned confidence Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PhillipBlunt Posted July 25, 2018 Share Posted July 25, 2018 4 minutes ago, RRypien37 said: Explain? He hasn't proven anything yet. I think he's proven that he can play at the NHL level and contribute, which is reflected in his contract. His offseason regimen shows that he's taking his career seriously. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Me_ Posted July 25, 2018 Share Posted July 25, 2018 2 hours ago, brownky said: If anyone didn't see it happen, that's Connor "Fastest player in the history of the universe according to Knobgobble Media Co." Mcjesus that he outruns. So I'm pretty stoked about this. It's alll coming together. The next step for Virtanen is to be able to openice hit McDavid at the red line and send him flying while speeding his way to the net and score. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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