DownUndaCanuck Posted March 23, 2023 Share Posted March 23, 2023 Not sure why we'd target Malinski over Livingstone. A bit older, less production and smaller. From what few videos I've seen Livingston moves well, has an NHL-ready body and frame, produces more and would be a better fit alongside Hughes. Not sure how Malinski and Hughes would line up together. Plus, BC boy for what it's worth. Really haven't heard much buzz about Livingston, just Malinski, so I hope we're in on him too. After just acquiring Hronek as well we don't really need another puck mover on the right side but Livingston could adjust his game to play safer defence while Hughes jumps up in the rush more. Guess we'll have to wait until the finals are over before the real buzz starts. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ted Lasso Posted March 23, 2023 Share Posted March 23, 2023 6 hours ago, DownUndaCanuck said: Not sure why we'd target Malinski over Livingstone. A bit older, less production and smaller. From what few videos I've seen Livingston moves well, has an NHL-ready body and frame, produces more and would be a better fit alongside Hughes. Not sure how Malinski and Hughes would line up together. Plus, BC boy for what it's worth. Really haven't heard much buzz about Livingston, just Malinski, so I hope we're in on him too. After just acquiring Hronek as well we don't really need another puck mover on the right side but Livingston could adjust his game to play safer defence while Hughes jumps up in the rush more. Guess we'll have to wait until the finals are over before the real buzz starts. Pretty sure we’re in on both, but there are up to 32 teams interested 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ted Lasso Posted March 23, 2023 Share Posted March 23, 2023 After the Hronek trade, PA talked about speed being part of our team identity, and especially the defence transitioning the puck to our forwards. He also alluded to Hronek playing with Quinn. This left me wondering if they are really trying to balance the D pairs with shut down partners, or if they’re considering loading up with ‘modern NHL defenders.’ I’d love to have a dedicated shutdown pair with size, but am also intrigued with the idea of a highly skilled D core, that keeps the puck in the offensive zone. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ted Lasso Posted March 23, 2023 Share Posted March 23, 2023 Tocchet’s comments on LVK defence indicate we’ll be targeting size on the backend “I didn't like our first (period) at all,” Tocchet said. “It's a good test for our team because Vegas, they're one of my favorite teams with their defence. That's where we strive to (be): a big defence that moves the puck. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ted Lasso Posted March 23, 2023 Share Posted March 23, 2023 Would love to see us land somewhere like: Hughes - Korczak Gavrikov - Hronek Bahl - Livingstone/Malinski That’s a good mix of size and mobility Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ted Lasso Posted March 23, 2023 Share Posted March 23, 2023 @SID.IS.SID.ME.IS.ME welcome any updates on the Cornell game Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ted Lasso Posted March 23, 2023 Share Posted March 23, 2023 Looks like 2-0 Cornell with 13 min to go Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SID.IS.SID.ME.IS.ME Posted March 23, 2023 Share Posted March 23, 2023 Just now, Kenny Powers said: @SID.IS.SID.ME.IS.ME welcome any updates on the Cornell game Haha, I’ve mostly been watching the other game but have switched over now. Cornell really came out hot and set the pace early. They’re full value for this lead and deserve to hold on and win. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SID.IS.SID.ME.IS.ME Posted March 23, 2023 Share Posted March 23, 2023 If Cornell wins they’ll play Boston University in two days. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ted Lasso Posted March 23, 2023 Share Posted March 23, 2023 1 minute ago, SID.IS.SID.ME.IS.ME said: If Cornell wins they’ll play Boston University in two days. Think Livingstone and Hirose are signed by then? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SID.IS.SID.ME.IS.ME Posted March 23, 2023 Share Posted March 23, 2023 Just now, Kenny Powers said: Think Livingstone and Hirose are signed by then? It’s hard to say. Livingstone’s camp has done a good job keeping his intentions under wraps. It could be that he’s still weighing options, which might make for a lengthy process and a bit of a sweepstakes. Or he could know his choice already, in which case I’d assume a deal happens quickly. Hirose I could see signing quickly if a good offer is put in front of him. If a team steps up and is willing to let him burn 2022-23, I think he’ll sign. But I’m sort of hoping he takes a 2023-24 (with the Canucks). 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ted Lasso Posted March 23, 2023 Share Posted March 23, 2023 Looks like some pressure from Denver with 6 unanswered shots, but times running out Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ted Lasso Posted March 23, 2023 Share Posted March 23, 2023 5 minutes left and still 2-0 Big Red Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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SID.IS.SID.ME.IS.ME Posted March 23, 2023 Share Posted March 23, 2023 (edited) 4 minutes ago, Kenny Powers said: Looks like some pressure from Denver with 6 unanswered shots, but times running out Yeah, sounds like they underestimated Cornell and weren’t expecting the pace set early. Got on their heels and behind on the scoreboard. Eventually adjusted to simplify their game and play more direct, but too little too late. Also some score effects probably happening as Cornell naturally wants to defend the lead. Edited March 23, 2023 by SID.IS.SID.ME.IS.ME Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ted Lasso Posted March 24, 2023 Share Posted March 24, 2023 Malinski / Andreev sweepstakes will have to wait til Saturday… 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alflives Posted March 24, 2023 Share Posted March 24, 2023 Just now, Kenny Powers said: Malinski / Andreev sweepstakes will have to wait til Saturday… Yup. Just watched the last 15 minutes of their game. That Malinski guy plays a similar game to Chris Tanev. Very smart defender who skated well. He would compliment Hughes nicely. Livingston is bigger, but is kind of a lumbering skater. Of course we would be fortunate to get these guys, but think Malinski is the better player. Unless we get Livingston and Malinski goes elsewhere. Then Livingston is great! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SID.IS.SID.ME.IS.ME Posted March 24, 2023 Share Posted March 24, 2023 5 minutes ago, Kenny Powers said: Malinski / Andreev sweepstakes will have to wait til Saturday… They’ll be in tough against Boston University, but I didn’t expect them to get past Denver today either, so maybe we’re seeing the start of a Cinderella run? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alflives Posted March 24, 2023 Share Posted March 24, 2023 14 minutes ago, SID.IS.SID.ME.IS.ME said: Yeah, sounds like they underestimated Cornell and weren’t expecting the pace set early. Got on their heels and behind on the scoreboard. Eventually adjusted to simplify their game and play more direct, but too little too late. Also some score effects probably happening as Cornell naturally wants to defend the lead. Elite skill in NCAA hockey is there for the freshman and maybe junior years. Those guys come out early (like in basketball) to play in the NHL. The four year guys tend to be complimentary players. Hard working and good players but not going to be game breakers. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SID.IS.SID.ME.IS.ME Posted March 24, 2023 Share Posted March 24, 2023 I think TSN will carry the full tournament on their app and TSN+, so Saturday’s game should be streamed. Good broadcast quality on that ESPN feed. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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