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| Guest6681 |
Posted - 06/08/2008 : 14:42:23
This is for all those who want a new, fresh opinion on pickuphockey, an alterior to The Alex Blog. Alex seams to have gotten a bit full of himself (You call yourself "Da King"! Seriously...) As opposed to Alex' constant bable, the Guest Guru won't get full of himself, especially since he is already a member of the pickuphockey community.
So buckle up, and prepare to disagree or agree. I'm hoping for you all to disagree more. Because at the end of the day we all know that some are right and some are wrong.....but in my opinio the Gust Guru is always correct. |
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| Guest8852 |
Posted - 07/03/2008 : 15:44:27
check out the topic 'guest guru - bring it on' like this he or she offers good opinions and gets the brain thinking and the chat going |
| 99pickles |
Posted - 06/29/2008 : 23:07:14
Wow!! Looks like they will be following the Philly blueprint for the basement-to-contender single season turnaround!!
Could this really happen two years in a row in the new NHL? |
| pensfan17 |
Posted - 06/29/2008 : 20:59:08
Well Tampa has signed Malone and Roberts. They also have just traded Minnesota for the rights to Brian Rolston. If they can sign him, and even if they can't they are going to be very good. They just need to maybe build up their defence a bit. |
| Guest6830 |
Posted - 06/29/2008 : 06:45:08
June 29th, 2008
The return of the Lightning to prominence is steadily on the rise. From a new management group to the 1st overall pick, Tampa Bay is poised to return to being a prominent NHL franchise in at least 2 years time.
It's clear that the Bolts are a changing infrastructure, especially with the recent acquisitions of negotiating rights to Ryan Malone and Gary Roberts. It's still to be seen to whether they will sign, but this is a big step up from a team that was non-existent last year during the Free Agent Frenzy, and a sign of improvement. If the Lightning are able to sign Malone and/or Roberts, the 4th they gave up (3rd because both have signed) will be worth it.
Also consider the fact that the Lighting have a whooping 21 mil free in cap space. This means that the Lightning should garner some attention, and have the resources necessary to sign or trade for team depth, especially a goalie. All in all, the Lightning are on the up rise, and Florida may never see a better team. |
| 99pickles |
Posted - 06/29/2008 : 00:40:20
quote:
Originally posted by 99pickles
Specifically, I just don't think Dallas would ever sign Tverdovsky in a million years. Also, Eriksson is going to sign for a lot more than 750k/year. He will get a substantial raise after a great performance this year. Nothing personal for, or against, these guys - it's just business.
Eriksson just signed for 3.2 mil over 2 seasons...a fairly cheap price but a substantial raise none-the-less. |
| 99pickles |
Posted - 06/24/2008 : 14:44:30
That's the way it looks to me too. This is the LAST thing he should do...if you're staying, then stay - but if you're leaving then let us trade you for some assets at least! |
| Guest6830 |
Posted - 06/24/2008 : 13:15:56
June 24, 2008
Let the Mats Sundin soap opera begin again for it's yearly matinee, except this time there is a new twist.....Sundin may be headed to a different team. I'm person that is a true Sundin fan. This guy has been in the organization for years, has donned the captancy and been with the Leafs for what seams like forever. But these new reports of him leaving are pushing him closer to enemy lines then favouratism, and I can't help but wonder if Sundin isn't as great as I thought.
Sundin has been captain here for a long time, but he has never been with the team through really trying years. He came in the 1994-95 season, one year after the Leafs made the Conferenc Finals for two consecutive years. The Leafs first missed the playoffs post-lockout, and prior to that had always made the playoffs something like 10 consecutive years. Sundin was never here for any trying years, nor did he ever lead us to playoff success. He hasn't been in the 90+ point range for a while either. So why do we love him? Because he's our captain. In my mind thats bulls***.
For a guy who always says he will do the best for the team, for a guy who pledges he bleeds blue and white for life, how could he even consider leaving without giving the Leafs anything back in return. If he truly cared he would have left at the trade deadline to a contender and given the Leafs something that they truly needed.....a future. If he leaves now then, I'm sorry, but I'm burning him from Leafs Lore. This guy says he is all for the team and will do whatever is best for the Maple Leafs, but that could all be cast as a lie now. To even think about leaving AFTER you could have granted the Leafs something in return is just selfish. Sorry, but best captain has to be Doug Gilmour now. No question. |
| 99pickles |
Posted - 06/21/2008 : 03:01:37
Although after the fact, I felt that this was an excellently delivered post, Guru. I didn't have the time to say so before I went to work tonight, so I wanted to say so now.And although I don't think any of your picks were actually correct, some of your observations certainly were. Again, keep in mind, it's extremely difficult to predict the draft - I've tried before. You certainly had some of the teams' thinking accurate!
What an interesting day - some teams did well with the cumulative result of their trades, and some teams seemed to go overboard to only slightly improve their position. Only years will tell us who the winners are. |
| Guest6830 |
Posted - 06/20/2008 : 11:25:51
I'm back for another post. The most popular guest on pickuphockey (or member, but I'm not LF101 for the time being anymore) is here to talk hockey....draft style.
Yesterday Pierre McQuire did his NHL Mock Draft. I am pickuphockey's version of McQuire, so I did my own mock draft, as seen in my next post. Below are the similarities and differences between my picks and his.
- 1 and 2 were right but at #3 we went a different way. Nikita Filitov is commited to playing in North America next year and what better mentor could there be then Ilya Kovalchuk. Filatov would bring great offensive depth and create a lethal scoring tandem. Defense is also one of their top needs so McQuire's pick of Bogosian is viable. Both strong picks at #3.
- Islanders need offense badly, so offense would be their main priority I would think. I have Boedeker going to them, he has Filatov. If I didn't have Filitov picked for Atlanta I would make the same choice.
- MQ - Shenn 6th. GG - Shenn 9th. There have been some questions regarding Shenn's defensive abilities. Although a big hitter he sometimes leaves his poition too much, which causes odd man rushes the other way. I could see Shenn going at 9th, but that may be my mistake. He could go sooner.
- LEAFS: First canadian team on the docket, i have Leafs picking Cody Hodgson, a centre from Brampton. I think if Luck Shenn or especially either Nikita Filitov or Mikkel Boedeker is available the Leafs could take one of them before Hodgson, but with the offense in shambles Hogeson may be the guy if Boedeker or Filitov is taken earlier.
- Biggest Drop - I have Luca Sbisa going 10th, but MQ has him dropping to 26th. It doesn't look to go down that much, but MQ has that billed. I guess we will see......
- CANUCKS: I have the Canucks going with the defenseman McQuire dropped Luca Sbisa, while he has Kyle Beach going Vancity's way. Sbisa had a good year in Lethbridge, and is a big, hard nosed bluliner that has the possibility to fill the prospect hole left by Bourdon. Beach is said to have character issues, and may be a team distraction like Emery on Ottawa (he was placed on waivers today).
- FLAMES and SENATORS: I think that defenseive depth in the form of Tyler Cuma would be beneficial to the Flames, but MQ has him a spot earkier to Boston. According to MQ Flames get Joe Coleburn. I pick Sens to get a goalie, Chet Pickard, but MQ has Nashville picking him. I don't understand that one as much, but if available the Sens will pick Pickard. As of now MQ makes another odd pick, selecting Josh Bailey fr the Sens.
- OILERS: Both MQ abnd myself agree on something for the Oilers....they need offense. Both agree that Shremp isn't going to be as good as they once thought, so offense would be of great assistance to them. He has them picking Jordan Eberle, but Mattias Tedenby is the guy the Oilers should get .Tendeby has great offensive ability and is a spedster. I could see this kid being great in the City of Former Champions.
- CANADIENS: Anton Gustafsson from Sweden is my wildcard, and I think thta this guy is one of the great players that may slip down. The Habs would love this guy....he's fast, great with the puck and is a solid 2 way defenseman. MQ has Nicolas Dechamps getting picked, but I say no way. Gustafsson is the way to go.
Recap of Canadian Teams:
GG:
7- Cody Hodgson, C (TOR)
10- Luca Sbisa, D (VAN)
17- Tyler Cuma, D (CGY)
18- Chet Pickard, G (OTT)
22- Mattias Tedenby, LW (EDM)
25- Anton Gustafsson, D (MTL)
MQ:
7. TOR Mikkel Boedker, RW
10. VAN Kyle Beach, C
17. CGY Joe Colborne, LW
18. OTT Josh Bailey, C
25. MTL Nicolas Deschamps, C
Have fun watching the draft. Let's hope those Canadian teams do well. |
| 99pickles |
Posted - 06/19/2008 : 18:46:12
quote:
Originally posted by Pasty7
quote:
Originally posted by 99pickles
Has anyone else heard any of these 'rumours'....most of these may affect the draft:
--Anaheim is interested in either trading up or down at the draft
--There is talk that LA is considering trading away their 2nd overall pick
--Sounds like Florida will be trading away Jokkinen
--Pittsburgh is rumoured to have offered Sykora a 7 year, $50M++ contract
--Chiarelli has said that the Bruins' brass has instructed him to try and trade for 2nd rounders for cheap
--from the Governor's meetings: the sales of both the Oilers and the Lightning have been approved
--Raycroft to Ottawa for draft picks in this year's draft
--Toronto to buy out McCabe and/or Blake??
--contract talks with Bryce Salvador break down, his agent is not concerned though - he's confident they'll get a deal done in time
--the Players Association is looking to end this CBA without the optional extension because they are so dissatisfied with it
the raycroft to ottwa i suggested earlier on in this thread,,,,, but to be hoest i have herd or read of no such rumor so it may be one i started and i'm close to never right!
Pasty
LOL!! I'm pretty sure I saw this one (Raycroft) in the Hockey News
Sykora vehemently denies his rumour. I too think it is outrageous. |
| Pasty7 |
Posted - 06/19/2008 : 12:50:41
quote:
Originally posted by 99pickles
Has anyone else heard any of these 'rumours'....most of these may affect the draft:
--Anaheim is interested in either trading up or down at the draft
--There is talk that LA is considering trading away their 2nd overall pick
--Sounds like Florida will be trading away Jokkinen
--Pittsburgh is rumoured to have offered Sykora a 7 year, $50M++ contract
--Chiarelli has said that the Bruins' brass has instructed him to try and trade for 2nd rounders for cheap
--from the Governor's meetings: the sales of both the Oilers and the Lightning have been approved
--Raycroft to Ottawa for draft picks in this year's draft
--Toronto to buy out McCabe and/or Blake??
--contract talks with Bryce Salvador break down, his agent is not concerned though - he's confident they'll get a deal done in time
--the Players Association is looking to end this CBA without the optional extension because they are so dissatisfied with it
the raycroft to ottwa i suggested earlier on in this thread,,,,, but to be hoest i have herd or read of no such rumor so it may be one i started and i'm close to never right!
Pasty |
| Gostarsgo12 |
Posted - 06/19/2008 : 07:19:31
I heard most of those except for the one Sykora 7years/50 mill!!!!
They would have to be crazy, this guy is decent hockey player but can go from a good year right back to a bad one. But i doubt it would go through anyway they dont have the money. |
| 99pickles |
Posted - 06/19/2008 : 06:39:55
Has anyone else heard any of these 'rumours'....most of these may affect the draft:
--Anaheim is interested in either trading up or down at the draft
--There is talk that LA is considering trading away their 2nd overall pick
--Sounds like Florida will be trading away Jokkinen
--Pittsburgh is rumoured to have offered Sykora a 7 year, $50M++ contract
--Chiarelli has said that the Bruins' brass has instructed him to try and trade for 2nd rounders for cheap
--from the Governor's meetings: the sales of both the Oilers and the Lightning have been approved
--Raycroft to Ottawa for draft picks in this year's draft
--Toronto to buy out McCabe and/or Blake??
--contract talks with Bryce Salvador break down, his agent is not concerned though - he's confident they'll get a deal done in time
--the Players Association is looking to end this CBA without the optional extension because they are so dissatisfied with it
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| Guest8372 |
Posted - 06/18/2008 : 08:45:53
quote:
Originally posted by Guest5372
Some reason Alex's blog is locked to members only. That's fine I'll highjack this one.
In response to dominating athletes in their sport, I present to you two names. The first is fairly obscure but he is dominant nonetheless. His name is Khan. I don't know the first name (there were a couple of Khan at the time that were up there), but he plays squash about 10-15 years ago.
For a less obscure athlete, I present to you Edwin Moses. 400+ consecutive races won in the hurdles (I believe he did it in the 400m but also was a force in the 110m). I mean 400+ consecutive races over 10 years. Can you imagine Tiger winning 400 consecutive tourneys? When Moses raced, everybody was literally aiming for second.
As for comparing to team sports, please reconsider Pele. I mean this is a guy that warring nations stopped fighting just to watch him play. Most dominant and influential team player ever in the 1900s to now is Pele, without a doubt.
Jahangir Khan in early to mid 80s. 555 consecutive wins within 5 years and 8 months. His feat in a tourney in 82 was most impressive where he did not lose a single point. Talk about dominant. He was still dominant afterwards but Janser Khan's rise put them both neck and neck until the mid 90s.
Moses "only" won 122 consecutive races but it was over 10 years.
Please don't mention a drug addict jerk off like Argentinian footballer in the same breath as Pele. That's insulting to Pele's name. Might as well compare Dub-yah Bush to Ganhdi as great world leaders. |
| Beans15 |
Posted - 06/17/2008 : 21:23:09
There is definately an imposter in the mix. But we all know that imitation is the best form of flattery.
You can tell the difference between the real Beans and the fake one. Just look for insight and knowledge. If it's there, it's the real Beans. If not, it's just a fake! |
| 99pickles |
Posted - 06/17/2008 : 19:24:21
quote:
Originally posted by Leafs Rock Planet
I agree with most of the placements on your draft list but with the exception of Luke Schenn. I think he is fairly underated and I could see him going before the #9 spot. Besides does Nashville really even need another solid d-man? Or is it time to focus on the offence.
Just a quick note: In the post previous to mine I noticed that it was made by somebody named Beans.15 and not the usual Beans15. Beans.15 seems to only have 2 posts aswell. Is this a new account for Beans15 or is it somebody trying to be funny and trying to copy/tamper with our most respected poster?
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Good eye! I was wondering why the heck he would be saying that!! LOL!!
Pranksters... |
| 99pickles |
Posted - 06/17/2008 : 19:22:05
quote:
Originally posted by Guest6830
Yes BTBD I did it based on what I think each team will pick. BTW, I could see Columbus taking a defenseman with their 1st because they don't have one in their system. Piertrangelo fits in nicely, and Gardnier would also help stabalize their defensive prospect needs. Gor clarification, the Jackets are going to trade either their 2nd or 3rd pick to the Pens for rights to negotiate with Ryan Malone, but neither of thier 1st will be involved.
I've heard to the contrary...it will definitely be 2 picks and it will definitely include first rounders.
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| Leafs Rock Planet |
Posted - 06/17/2008 : 17:53:34
I agree with most of the placements on your draft list but with the exception of Luke Schenn. I think he is fairly underated and I could see him going before the #9 spot. Besides does Nashville really even need another solid d-man? Or is it time to focus on the offence.
Just a quick note: In the post previous to mine I noticed that it was made by somebody named Beans.15 and not the usual Beans15. Beans.15 seems to only have 2 posts aswell. Is this a new account for Beans15 or is it somebody trying to be funny and trying to copy/tamper with our most respected poster?
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| Beans.15 |
Posted - 06/17/2008 : 16:39:10
I agree with everything. Admin, it's about time we had a new mod anyhow... I think you should consider LF101, he seems really smart and responsible. |
| Guest5372 |
Posted - 06/17/2008 : 13:55:25
Some reason Alex's blog is locked to members only. That's fine I'll highjack this one.
In response to dominating athletes in their sport, I present to you two names. The first is fairly obscure but he is dominant nonetheless. His name is Khan. I don't know the first name (there were a couple of Khan at the time that were up there), but he plays squash about 10-15 years ago.
For a less obscure athlete, I present to you Edwin Moses. 400+ consecutive races won in the hurdles (I believe he did it in the 400m but also was a force in the 110m). I mean 400+ consecutive races over 10 years. Can you imagine Tiger winning 400 consecutive tourneys? When Moses raced, everybody was literally aiming for second.
As for comparing to team sports, please reconsider Pele. I mean this is a guy that warring nations stopped fighting just to watch him play. Most dominant and influential team player ever in the 1900s to now is Pele, without a doubt. |
| admin |
Posted - 06/17/2008 : 12:37:02
Admin agrees with 99pickles. Everything that 6681 / leafsfan has said can be found through multiple sources. Besides this is his "blog", not his pulitzer prize winning original thesis (not yet anyway!  ). Cut the guy some slack. Good work Leafsfan! |
| Guest6830 |
Posted - 06/17/2008 : 11:41:10
Yes BTBD I did it based on what I think each team will pick. BTW, I could see Columbus taking a defenseman with their 1st because they don't have one in their system. Piertrangelo fits in nicely, and Gardnier would also help stabalize their defensive prospect needs. Gor clarification, the Jackets are going to trade either their 2nd or 3rd pick to the Pens for rights to negotiate with Ryan Malone, but neither of thier 1st will be involved.
Italy game is on in 5 mins, so I may not do a post tonight, or maybe not even until past the draft. No point in making minor thinks important, so expect a new post sometime during the week or Saturday.
Forza Italia!! |
| 99pickles |
Posted - 06/17/2008 : 11:10:47
I don't think Nashville will be taking d-men with either of their top 15 picks. I think the same about Columbus with either of their top 19 picks. Sounds like Columbus may even use their 1st 2 picks to overpay for a certain Penguin too.
I definitely agree that Atlanta may take Filatov with their 1st pick. Obvious good fit there. And they are saying that they will definitely not be buying out Zhitnick since he is an important part of their plans - those plans might include helping to lure and transition Russian draft picks to the team. |
| BradTheBadDad |
Posted - 06/17/2008 : 05:24:03
I have a question, did you list the top 30 players in general or list who you actually think will be drafted based on what you feel that team is looking for? This list seems very well thought out and there is more to it than meets the eye, your knowledge is way up there Guest.
''Eat. Sleep. Hockey'' |
| 99pickles |
Posted - 06/16/2008 : 20:38:41
Keep in mind, even if you are well off the mark on a couple of these it will be because a couple of draft day deals changed certain teams' draft positions. It appears that not only are there a couple teams willing to trade up, there are also a couple willing to trade down for immediate help. This will greatly affect who is drafting for what specific need - and when - in the draft order. |
| Guest6830 |
Posted - 06/16/2008 : 18:29:47
I will still continu even with the comments left by FF. Seriously, that guy has no life so it doesn't matter anyways lol.
Today I think, that with the draft comming, I would do a mock draft. I would love to hear your comments about what you think of this, and if you agree. After the draft on Friday we will see just how close I get.
1- Steven Stamkos, C (TBL)
2- Drew Doughty, D (LAK)
3- Nikita Filatov, LW (ATL)
4- Zack Bogosian, D (STL)
5- Mikael Boedaker, LW (NYI)
6- Alex Piertrangelo, D (CBJ)
7- Cody Hodgson, C (TOR)
8- Tyler Myers, D (PHX)
9- Luke Schenn, D (NSH)
10- Luca Sbisa, D (VAN)
11- Kyle Beach, C (CHI)
12- Michael Del Zotto, D (ANA)
13- Zack Boychuk, C (BUF)
14- Colton Teubert, D (CAR)
15- Joshua Bailey, D (NSH)
16- Erik Karlsson, D(BOS)
17- Tyler Cuma, D (CGY)
18- Chet Pickard, G (OTT)
19- Jake Gardnier, D (CBJ)
20- Joe Colbourne, D (NYR)
21- Nicolas Deschamps, C (NJD)
22- Mattias Tedenby, LW (EDM)
23- Tyler Ennis, LW (WSH)
24- Colby Robak, D (MIN)
25- Anton Gustafsson, D (MTL)
26- Mikhail Stefanovich, RW (BUF)
27- Jacob Markstrom, G (PHI)
28- Greg Nemisz, C (LAK)
29- Jordan Eberle, C (ATL)
30- John Carlson, D (DET)
What do you think? |
| Pasty7 |
Posted - 06/16/2008 : 16:22:15
quote:
Originally posted by 99pickles
quote:
Originally posted by Pasty7
the sabres have 2 problems,,, one they dont seem to ever want to lock someone up for longterm big deals,, this is why campbell did not sign an extension which they were trying to get done,, the other problem is Buffalo seems to be a very un attractive team for UFA's guys just dont seem to want to play there,, its too bad but the sabres will be a 8th place team for a few your years while they groom there solid group of young players and just have to concentrate on keeping the team they have now intact,, on a side note if pominville has aother good year roy explodes and afinganov stops playing like a russian they could easily jump into the middle of the east's playoff standing even win their division because MTL will struggle and so will the sens!
Pasty
Unfortunately, the word out of Buff is that Max's time there is done. I expect that he won't be a Sabre much longer.
I speculate that the reason why FA's aren't eager to go to Buff is: Snowstorms. It's just not geographically attractive to wealthy athletes. Now if they could just sell them on the fact that it's Toronto-Lite...
is he still under contract i think he is hopfully they can market him well and try and get a good return on him depite his rough year,, mayb he'll end up in mtl or wsh due to the fact he markov and ovie are pretty tight!
Pasty |
| BradTheBadDad |
Posted - 06/16/2008 : 14:21:17
...waiting on the next instalment?
I sincerely hope you didn't let that FranzenFan get to you.
''Eat. Sleep. Hockey'' |
| 99pickles |
Posted - 06/16/2008 : 00:28:26
quote:
Originally posted by Pasty7
the sabres have 2 problems,,, one they dont seem to ever want to lock someone up for longterm big deals,, this is why campbell did not sign an extension which they were trying to get done,, the other problem is Buffalo seems to be a very un attractive team for UFA's guys just dont seem to want to play there,, its too bad but the sabres will be a 8th place team for a few your years while they groom there solid group of young players and just have to concentrate on keeping the team they have now intact,, on a side note if pominville has aother good year roy explodes and afinganov stops playing like a russian they could easily jump into the middle of the east's playoff standing even win their division because MTL will struggle and so will the sens!
Pasty
Unfortunately, the word out of Buff is that Max's time there is done. I expect that he won't be a Sabre much longer.
I speculate that the reason why FA's aren't eager to go to Buff is: Snowstorms. It's just not geographically attractive to wealthy athletes. Now if they could just sell them on the fact that it's Toronto-Lite... |
| Axey |
Posted - 06/15/2008 : 18:21:03
I resent the comment about the Habs |
| Pasty7 |
Posted - 06/15/2008 : 08:53:08
the sabres have 2 problems,,, one they dont seem to ever want to lock someone up for longterm big deals,, this is why campbell did not sign an extension which they were trying to get done,, the other problem is Buffalo seems to be a very un attractive team for UFA's guys just dont seem to want to play there,, its too bad but the sabres will be a 8th place team for a few your years while they groom there solid group of young players and just have to concentrate on keeping the team they have now intact,, on a side note if pominville has aother good year roy explodes and afinganov stops playing like a russian they could easily jump into the middle of the east's playoff standing even win their division because MTL will struggle and so will the sens!
Pasty |
| 99pickles |
Posted - 06/14/2008 : 09:26:29
quote:
Originally posted by Axey
There always has to be a negative vibe from people for other people trying to do something good on this site.
Perfect summation right there. |
| Axey |
Posted - 06/14/2008 : 08:45:07
Why complain about it ...shut up, read it, enjoy it. Himself and Alex are doing this for us, are you going to lose sleep because one of them did take something off of a site ( not saying they did), but really does it bother you THAT much? There always has to be a negative vibe from people for other people trying to do something good on this site. |
| 99pickles |
Posted - 06/14/2008 : 02:32:43
Unless you are within a short drive of several junior teams, it makes sense that someone would have to research the scouting report on draft prospects in order to make suggestions as to who a team may be most interested in drafting.
A quick perusal of a team's roster would tell you where they might have holes.
A quick look at a team's draft position compared to what prospects are slated to go at that point in the draft would give you a reasonable idea of who they might realistically expect to draft at that point.
etc...etc...
It's a lot of homework. And until someone else is willing to do this much homework for any given team in the league, then please pose a counter opinion in response to this man's suggestions and observations. At this point it would only be two different opinions anyways.
If you disagree with his suggestions please don't just say that you believe he is "stealing" his ideas. If you truly believe this, then FIND IT. Until you do, please don't attack someone who is putting their hockey enthusiasm to the test. I implore you to do the same!
Pick up the current issue of The Hockey News, put your radio on NHL Home Ice for a couple days, put your TV on the NHL Network, read the message boards on multiple sites, talk to your most knowledgeable hockey buddies, most of what the "guru" has stated is 100% original...the rest is either facts or common knowledge (RFA/UFA status, committed salaries, draft positions, scouting reports, team needs etc..) I haven't seen any of his suggestions at any other source and even if I did I would chalk it up as two separate individuals having similar ideas.
Keep up the solid effort Guru/Leafsfan...even though I do NOT agree with some of your suggestions, I appreciate the ideas and observations. Perhaps one of them will prove to be quite prophetic!! |
| Guest6830 |
Posted - 06/13/2008 : 14:24:40
Wow FranzenFanatic, you make it sound like a crime to follow junior hockey remotly. True, I don't know much about prospects because I don't go to many junior level games and junior games are so rarely televised that it's difficult to ever truly know junior prospects unless you are a scout.
I read their scouting report, looked at their stats and then put two and two together. Breif reserarch was needed, but it was easily accessible.
I don't cheat or steal here, believe me. I know that your jelous about the fact I know more about hockey then you, but you don't need to try and make it sound like I tried to cheat. Logic goes a long way my friend, you should seriously consider getting some.
Thats my post for today fellas, I don't have alot of time today as I'm packed. I'll try and get one in for the weekend, but we'll see.
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| FranzenFanatic |
Posted - 06/12/2008 : 19:39:10
quote:
Originally posted by Guest6830
The Draft:
Colten Teubert is their guy. Big, strong, great defensively. Can chip in offensively. Or Tyler Myers is another big option. The word big says it all about him. Good reach, offensive ability. Can be the shutdown guy. Either one of these guys are amazing prospects for the Sabres, but if I had to chose, Myers is the way to go.
OK hotshot how in tarnation do you know so much about the guys who dont even play in the NHL if you arent stealing this? |
| Guest6830 |
Posted - 06/12/2008 : 16:44:36
June 12, 2008
Another team has been asked of me to give ideas to, and it shall be done. Today I will do the Buffalo Sabres.
Team Needs:
The Sabres are in a rebuilding mode, but can still compete for the playoffs. After Briere, Drury and Campbell left, the Sabres have been demolished offensively. First on the bill this year is to get a high scoring, puck moving center and an offensive defenseman. You could trade for this or get it through Free Agency, but the prospects won't get it get it done this year. A veteran center will help, especially with the Derek Roy. If Roy learns from a veteran this will help his production in the future.
The Sabres have 14 mil budget-wise and have 37 mil locked away for next year. Because the only notable UFA the Sabres need to sign is Dimitri Kalinin, who could sign for 2-3 mil, leaving 11 mil to fill about 8 minor roster positions. If the Sabres want to leave about 3 mil in leverage, and about 4 go for the league minimum, the Sabres could get a good center for 3-4 mil. That could mean a solid, veteran player like Bobby Holik, Martin Straka or Mike Peca.
Notables:- Paul Gaustad and Danielle Paille are RFA's and need to be re-signed. Depending on how much they go for, the UFA budget could be affected.
- Expect Teppo Numminen to possibly retire. At 37 he's quite the veteran, but he may decide to stay to give the defensemen leadership and hold the team to playing at a high level.
Pickup through Free Agency:
As mentioned they need a center. I've mentioned Holik, Straka or Peca. Defenseman are needed too, but with limited cap budget they could only hope for a solid role/depth player. On defense Buffalo could also be in the market for a big, sturdy defenseman so Bryce Salvador is an option. Rob Davidson, Mark Streit or Steve Montador are also viable fits.
Notables to look for:
Big Strong Defenseman
Veteran Center
The Draft:
Colten Teubert is their guy. Big, strong, great defensively. Can chip in offensively. Or Tyler Myers is another big option. The word big says it all about him. Good reach, offensive ability. Can be the shutdown guy. Either one of these guys are amazing prospects for the Sabres, but if I had to chose, Myers is the way to go. |
| PainTrain |
Posted - 06/11/2008 : 15:21:11
Another great post Guest Guru! I just want to say that in the playoffs Patty Marleau was playing his heart out. Big Joe, well I don't know where he went. But yes I agree that Ron Wilson can give change to the Leafs. I was wondering if you'd like to talk about what the Sabres should do in the off-season?
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| Leafs Rock Planet |
Posted - 06/11/2008 : 14:01:03
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So what web site/analyst did you steal this from?
Bryce Salvador a perfect fit with the Sens eh? That's very very insightfull for someone who isn't involved with the Sens organisation or a member of Salvadors family let alone someone who doesn't even care for the Sens.
I agree, you obviously stole this from somewhere.
You two obviously lack alot of intelligence and/or common sense.
Bryce Salvador would be a good addition to the Sens but is also just a random defencmen thrown out there. How does that make it plageurism(sp)?
Give me a link where it says Bryce Salvador as a good addition to the Sens and maybe I'll reconsider.
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Posted - 06/11/2008 : 13:35:51
June 11, 2008
My blogging career as an anonymous/ non anonymous blogger on pickuphockey looks to be doing well so far. If there is ever a problem (too boring, long) tell me and I'll fix it ASAP. But there is something that I would like to address to the faithful of pickuphockey.....I AM NOT STEALING ANY INFO FROM ANYONE. All of these opinions are 100% Guest Guru and any criticism should be directed my way. I watch alot of hockey so I know what works and what might fit well. That's how I came up with Bryce Salvador. He is a solid, sturdy defenseman that can somewhat fill the still remaining hole in the Sens defense left by Zdeno Chara. Believe me when I say this, I don't steal/cheat. I promise all of you this.
Anyways, I'm gonna take a break from analysing teams today and talk about the Leafs recent acquisition of Ron Wilson and what this means for us in Leafland.
What Wilson brings to the Leafs is something that we haven't had post lockout.....a person who has had success in the New-NHL. Wilson has had a great team in the regular season but at playoff time his stars go home. I don't think that this can be blamed on Wilson for a lack of motivating them. In the playoffs motivation should come easily, and when the likes of Big Joe or Patrick Marleau don't show up it's difficult to win.
Wilson brings a defense first mentality, and a type of game that is sure to help offensive defenseman like Tomas Kaberle or Ian White. Another thing that I like about him is that he knows how to use different skill sets of players. That means that players like Jason Blake, Bryan McCabe and Darcy Tucker will be used differently then they did with Paul Maurice, and this could benefit all of the players.
Wilson recognises what is important to win and knows what his team needs. Jut because we get Ron Wilson and, hopefully, Brian Burke next year doesn't automatically guarantee us a Cup. I think that if Sundin leaves the Leafs will have a good chance of getting the #1 pick next year for Tavares. But Wilson brings optimism, change and ability to win. Add on his coaching prowess and he is a coach that may be able to transform the Leafs into a champion in 2-3 years.
Once again, thanks for reading. |
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