Matt Ross: Draft Week Moves Have Started

Im a huge minority in the fact that I like LaDue. Just think his usage has hurt his development. He should of really been apart of the let the youth play movement that actually really never happened. Now its probably to late. I still think he gets a deal to stick around.

Sucks for the Peg that Trouba really did want out. I always thought it would of been great if they could have resigned him. I was of the thought they should have traded big buf. Big salary out the window and bring in a good LD. But that now isnt even a possibility. Good deal for the Rangers. And not terrible for the Peg.

You should post the podcast in your post. maybe get them some traffic from even other fan bases who might wanna listen to something hockey.

Im a huge minority in the fact that I like LaDue. Just think his usage has hurt his development. He should of really been apart of the let the youth play movement that actually really never happened. Now its probably to late. I still think he gets a deal to stick around.

Sucks for the Peg that Trouba really did want out. I always thought it would of been great if they could have resigned him. I was of the thought they should have traded big buf. Big salary out the window and bring in a good LD. But that now isnt even a possibility. Good deal for the Rangers. And not terrible for the Peg.
- poisondhearts37

It’ll certainly be interesting to see if they resign Myers now. I was hoping FLA would be able to get him.

This is going to be a fun offseason, I think. Hoping for some exciting movement!

You should post the the podcast in your post. maybe get them some traffic from even other fan bases who might wanna listen to something hockey.
- poisondhearts37

Hey Poisonhearts37 -

You should be able to click the hyperlink on the “All The Kings Men” bolded text where it’s mentioned and it’ll take you to the episode.

With Poink being a righty. I think Myers is gone for sure. Winnipeg needs another good LD though. If they got a LD in return. Id say Myers is staying. But maybe they resing Myers and shelter Poinks minutes.

Hey Poisonhearts37 -

You should be able to click the hyperlink on the “All The Kings Men” bolded text where it’s mentioned and it’ll take you to the episode.
- Matt.Ross

O.. I didnt even think to do that. But thought a more direct link would help. I know the podcast and listen to it. Was just thinking for potential readers of your post from other fan bases who might not or most def dont know about it.

O.. I didnt even think to do that. But thought a more direct link would help. I know the podcast and listen to it. Was just thinking for potential readers of your post from other fan bases who might not or most def dont know about it.
- poisondhearts37

Oh yea, thanks for looking out!

I added the bolded text where it’s mentioned in the column. Does it stand out a bit more now?

Oh yea, thanks for looking out!

I added the bolded text where it’s mentioned in the column. Does it stand out a bit more now?
- Matt.Ross

It does yeah. Its just still something that I personally wouldnt mouse over while on pc. But yeah I notice it. But for me being me. I usually look for actual links to things.

It does yeah. Its just still something that I personally wouldnt mouse over while on pc. But yeah I notice it. But for me being me. I usually look for actual links to things.
- poisondhearts37

OK, good to know moving forward.

BTW - Thanks for checking out the column.

OK, good to know moving forward.

BTW - Thanks for checking out the column.
- Matt.Ross

I check em all.

And holy poop Hayes got way over paid. Good for him.

And holy poop Hayes got way over paid. Good for him.
- poisondhearts37

Just saw that...wow.

Big time money $$$

Anyone have any news on Gabe Vailardi? Saw the release that he won't be attending the development camp next week.

Anyone have any news on Gabe Vailardi? Saw the release that he won't be attending the development camp next week.
- KingsFan67

I just assume his recovery is just slow. Cant rush back injuries. And I think he was rush back to soon last year. I think LA should have done everything in there power to slow it down with him. Let him take the proper time to recover.

Anyone have any news on Gabe Vailardi? Saw the release that he won't be attending the development camp next week.
- KingsFan67

Hope the kid can play again. Tragic.

I just assume his recovery is just slow. Cant rush back injuries. And I think he was rush back to soon last year. I think LA should have done everything in there power to slow it down with him. Let him take the proper time to recover.
- poisondhearts37

I agree this is the right approach, but I just wish the organization was a little more transparent around his recovery. After he re-injured his back there has been absolutely zero news. The kid is 19 years old so he has plenty of time to recover and make things right. It's not the end of the world because almost 2/3 of 2017 1st rounders still haven't played more than 10 games in the NHL.

I agree this is the right approach, but I just wish the organization was a little more transparent around his recovery. After he re-injured his back there has been absolutely zero news. The kid is 19 years old so he has plenty of time to recover and make things right. It's not the end of the world because almost 2/3 of 2017 1st rounders still haven't played more than 10 games in the NHL.
- KingsFan67

Well there is a few variables to take though. Often doctors clears people and players back to normal action. I just wish they played it a bit more safe with him. But maybe he was 100% and simply was just hurt again. But hes a big kid. IMO no chance he was ever 100% before he came back. Good thing we have quite a few other bright spots to focus on. Vilardi is now just a dark horse. If he shows up out of nowhere and shines its a blessing.

I agree this is the right approach, but I just wish the organization was a little more transparent around his recovery. After he re-injured his back there has been absolutely zero news. The kid is 19 years old so he has plenty of time to recover and make things right. It's not the end of the world because almost 2/3 of 2017 1st rounders still haven't played more than 10 games in the NHL.
- KingsFan67

I hear you, but it feels like a classic pro sports move - say as little as possible and keep things under wraps.

Jesse puljujärvi's rights + Russell for Voynov's rights... would you guys do that?

Jon Rosen on the newest episode of All The King’s Men podcast, talking about the Kings possibly taking Kirby Dach (if still there) at #5.

He has Dach as a true centerman and not one of those guys that’s a center/winger hybrid and on the bubble between the two. Sounds like Dach has potential to be a 1C eventually - but needs some areas of his game to develop more.

6’4” 193 lbs is a sweet frame to have in the middle.

Im a huge minority...
- poisondhearts37

We don't discriminate on the basis of weight or ethnicity here. We accept you just the way that you are .

Jon Rosen on the newest episode of All The King’s Men podcast, talking about the Kings possibly taking Kirby Dach (if still there) at #5.

He has Dach as a true centerman and not one of those guys that’s a center/winger hybrid and on the bubble between the two. Sounds like Dach has potential to be a 1C eventually - but needs some areas of his game to develop more.

6’4” 193 lbs is a sweet frame to have in the middle.
- Matt.Ross

I wonder if they're discussing him because they've heard whispers that he's one of the two players that the organization narrowed things down to. I'd be OK with Dach. Really, the only player that I'd like the organization to not pick is Cozens. I haven't been very impressed with the highlight videos that I've seen, but I admit that that's all that I've seen. Also, there's apparently a Dylan Cozens playing outfield for the Phillies, so there's that.

Is Sean Durzi a good prospect for you guys? How about Kale Clague?

Is Sean Durzi a good prospect for you guys? How about Kale Clague?
- Barnaby36

Claque is basically a blue chip prospect for LA. They think very highly of him. Not to sure about Durzi. I know they like him. But not really sure where hes projected to fall into place at. Hes obviously likely a few years out.