He's got all the tools to be a very good player, speed, shot, hockey IQ, size, two-way game, he's exactly what Benning is looking for in a player.

Last year he played the whole year as a 17 year old, he needs time to mature, I like this pick. It'll be three years before we see this kid, let hm soak until he's ready
- LeftCoaster

yeah, im hoping he can really step up his offensive game this year in the OHL. Hopefully work the kinks out of that mind or whatever it is that is holding him back a little.

I agree, neither of those 2 players will bring a lot to this team. A stop gap solution but that is it. I would rather miss the playoffs this year in a very deep draft then try and squeeze in 7-8th spot and get swept. This team needs a scoring 2lc then can take 1 lC in 2-3 years, Sedins unfortunately are only good for 1st or nd line in the new Western conference. They will not survive in 3rd line duties.
- Linden_4_Capt

I have no problem with a #6 draft next year, just think this regime wants an environment where we are winning and trying to win. This means no top 5 picks usually.

Anyone want Ehrhoff back? Maybe he'll play cheap now that he's got 7 years worth of buyout money in his pocket.

He's got all the tools to be a very good player, speed, shot, hockey IQ, size, two-way game, he's exactly what Benning is looking for in a player.

Last year he played the whole year as a 17 year old, he needs time to mature, I like this pick. It'll be three years before we see this kid, let hm soak until he's ready
- LeftCoaster

I was almost more excited about the McCann pick than Virtanen. It felt like we got great value for the 24th overall. Like last year with Shink. Whether it proves to be a wise pick remains to be seen

That just sounds like we are giving him a pass for his comments. Did he actually come out and clear the air? I thought the purpose for the combine was for GM's to evaluate players and get a feel for if they would like to play on their team. I am just cheesed that we used that pick on McCaan (which I believe was Gillis move- pick the highest rated player that fell) when we had HoSang on the table.
- Linden_4_Capt

By all accounts Ho Sang is the biggest idiot in this draft by far. Benning and Linden have said over and over they want good, hardworking, character guys to come here.

Anyone want Ehrhoff back? Maybe he'll play cheap now that he's got 7 years worth of buyout money in his pocket.
- micah555

I would not be opposed, our PP can't get any worse

By all accounts Ho Sang is the biggest idiot in this draft by far. Benning and Linden have said over and over they want good, hardworking, character guys to come here.
- hankthetank

I heard the same things about him

Anyone want Ehrhoff back? Maybe he'll play cheap now that he's got 7 years worth of buyout money in his pocket.
- micah555

id take him back

Anyone want Ehrhoff back? Maybe he'll play cheap now that he's got 7 years worth of buyout money in his pocket.
- micah555

Yes, but for no more than 2 years, so forget it.

Bob McKenzie‏@TSNBobMcKenzie·3 mins
"@Real_ESPNLeBrun: Tim Gleason, Anton Volchenkov and Shane O'Brien put on unconditional waivers today" Three more heading to buyouts.

Yes, but for no more than 2 years, so forget it.
- Grumpy13

Yea, super leery of signing FA's to more than two years

Bob McKenzie‏@TSNBobMcKenzie·3 mins
"@Real_ESPNLeBrun: Tim Gleason, Anton Volchenkov and Shane O'Brien put on unconditional waivers today" Three more heading to buyouts.
- LeftCoaster

SOB and ehrhoff, gang is getting back together!

SOB and ehrhoff, gang is getting back together!


- anavar

This man has the most fitting initials I've ever seen

Anyone like T J Brennan? All star AHL defense. Scored 25 goals. UFA.

Call me crazy, but I think Hemsky would be great with the twins.

Call me crazy, but I think Hemsky would be great with the twins.
- rugdnit

I don't want any player who wasn't wanted on the Oilers.

Call me crazy, but I think Hemsky would be great with the twins.
- rugdnit

Ok.........you're crazy!!!

Yea, super leery of signing FA's to more than two years
- bezz44

Especially one's who were bought out.

News1130 Sports‏@News1130Sports·31 secs
Have learned Zack Kassian's agent will not accept the #Canucks qualifying offer - he goes to camp essentially without a contract.

NYR didn't qualify Kyle Beach. Delorme probably texted Benning as soon as he heard. "Great kid, sign him!"

.........................................

I don't want any player who wasn't wanted on the Oilers.
- Canuckleafer

Ugh, iliteration aside, I stand behind this comment. I need a coffee, or more better yet, a caeser.

News1130 Sports‏@News1130Sports·2 mins
The Kings sent a qualifying offer to Linden Vey - the #Canucks now assume that responsibility.

News1130 Sports‏@News1130Sports·2 mins
Vey's agent hasn't talked to the #Canucks yet and he has till July 15th to accept the q-o.

News1130 Sports‏@News1130Sports·31 secs
Have learned Zack Kassian's agent will not accept the #Canucks qualifying offer - he goes to camp essentially without a contract.
- LeftCoaster

interesting. wonder what he thinks he is worth. Any idea on how much that QO was worth? 850k, got it.

BTW a little late to the party, but what do you guys think about the McCann pick. He reminded me of Francis and that was not a good feeling. Did he come out and explain his bizarre interview and the sour puss face?
- Linden_4_Capt

Apparently McCann was misunderstood, when he said he modelled his "game" after Ryan Kesler, he wasn't referring to hockey, he meant his "game" with the ladies, mainly his teammates girlfriends/wives....

Ok.........you're crazy!!!
- LeftCoaster

Right handed shot... Fast... Should be affordable.