I agree with sending Laughton down. Just not putting it past the Flyers keeping him. I'd much rather see what McGinn can do in a limited role. Just no Shelley please. - The_Universe
At the recommendation of former Devils assistant Adam Oates, who is now the head coach of the Washington Capitals, Foster spent a good portion of his summer with physiotherapist Kevin Haller in Bellevue, Wash., across the lake from Seattle.
"I worked on a lot of things out there," Foster said. "He broke down every bit of my movement, both on the ice and in my day-to-day life. I never realized how much I was subconsciously compensating on my root leg for my left leg's injuries.
"He reworked my movement so that I don't cheat. Everything is balanced. He's taken my mobility to a new level. Now, I feel it's as good or better than it was before the injury."
I was not aware of his training and work with the physiotherapist. If Foster's mobility is indeed as good as it's ever been, I have a lot fewer qualms about adding him to the mix - Jsaquella
The biggest miracle was when his shot was on goal...and I loved Haller. - Jsaquella
He was playing it off the back boards wide before it was in vogue. Man was a trend setter. Took years before the forwards figured out how to capitalize on his brilliance.
He was playing it off the back boards wide before it was in vogue. Man was a trend setter. Took years before the forwards figured out how to capitalize on his brilliance. - mayorofangrytown
If Laughton is in fact getting increased playing time in juniors and having success, I would leave him to that. Should Laughton make the team, I don't see how they can be serious about him playing beyond the 4th line center role, even with Briere being out. I hope Laughton does get a couple games in but I prefer to see him get sent back down to the OHL.
My ideal lines are way out left feild and unlikely to be considered...
At the recommendation of former Devils assistant Adam Oates, who is now the head coach of the Washington Capitals, Foster spent a good portion of his summer with physiotherapist Kevin Haller in Bellevue, Wash., across the lake from Seattle.
"I worked on a lot of things out there," Foster said. "He broke down every bit of my movement, both on the ice and in my day-to-day life. I never realized how much I was subconsciously compensating on my root leg for my left leg's injuries.
"He reworked my movement so that I don't cheat. Everything is balanced. He's taken my mobility to a new level. Now, I feel it's as good or better than it was before the injury."
I was not aware of his training and work with the physiotherapist. If Foster's mobility is indeed as good as it's ever been, I have a lot fewer qualms about adding him to the mix - Jsaquella
It worries me that he calls it his root leg instead of right leg. I picture an orange tree that doesn't move ..lol jk
Seriously though, hopefully this is true and he can contribute. we certainly need it.
At the recommendation of former Devils assistant Adam Oates, who is now the head coach of the Washington Capitals, Foster spent a good portion of his summer with physiotherapist Kevin Haller in Bellevue, Wash., across the lake from Seattle.
"I worked on a lot of things out there," Foster said. "He broke down every bit of my movement, both on the ice and in my day-to-day life. I never realized how much I was subconsciously compensating on my root leg for my left leg's injuries.
"He reworked my movement so that I don't cheat. Everything is balanced. He's taken my mobility to a new level. Now, I feel it's as good or better than it was before the injury."
I was not aware of his training and work with the physiotherapist. If Foster's mobility is indeed as good as it's ever been, I have a lot fewer qualms about adding him to the mix - Jsaquella
Today's waivers: E Oberg (TB). G Desbiens, P Mullen (VAN). S Legein, D Meckler, M-A Cliche, T Hickey (LAK). J Pearce, F Pare (DET). F Wathier, M Fortunas, L Gazdic, T Morin, T Petersen, T Sloan (DAL). S Backman, N McIver, M Watkins, T Wishart (NYI).
I'd take a "Flyer" on Hickey, former 4th overall pick
Today's waivers: E Oberg (TB). G Desbiens, P Mullen (VAN). S Legein, D Meckler, M-A Cliche, T Hickey (LAK). J Pearce, F Pare (DET). F Wathier, M Fortunas, L Gazdic, T Morin, T Petersen, T Sloan (DAL). S Backman, N McIver, M Watkins, T Wishart (NYI).
I'd take a "Flyer" on Hickey, former 4th overall pick - Jsaquella
I thought Norm McIver retired in the late 80s. The Isles are really desperate for scoring.
Today's waivers: E Oberg (TB). G Desbiens, P Mullen (VAN). S Legein, D Meckler, M-A Cliche, T Hickey (LAK). J Pearce, F Pare (DET). F Wathier, M Fortunas, L Gazdic, T Morin, T Petersen, T Sloan (DAL). S Backman, N McIver, M Watkins, T Wishart (NYI).
I'd take a "Flyer" on Hickey, former 4th overall pick - Jsaquella
I do worry that if we have him on the PP, fast forwards on the PK will blow by him. - Hextall271
That was a worry of mine, as well.
Still, looking at all facets, my biggest issue isn't with Foster himself, but with the glut of big, slower defensemen already here.
I asked Bill on twitter how Foster & Mesz looked, and he said Foster looked good "You can tell he played during lockout"...also Bill said Mesz looked better than he expected, but still laboring
