Around the Dome 2016-2017: Flames hockey-related news and notes

[Unlimited Chequing]

Great Burkie Q&A:

http://flames.nhl.com/club/news.htm?id=791912

 

[Calculon]

 

[Johnny Hoxville]

I said on the main board a while back that Gaudreau is a top 10 forward in the NHL, right now. I wonder how much longer it's going to take before the rest of the league sees that. Hell if it was my vote, I'd probably try and put him top 5.

 

[Calculon]

 

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[Unlimited Chequing]

 

[Skobel24]

Considering the horrid start, plus Edmonton/Arizona/LA all improved, and I'd say the Flames are doing okay.

 

[Ace Rimmer]

After the start the Flames had to this season, if you told me they'd be two points out of 2nd place in the division and were able to claw their way out of the bottom of the league in goal differential by Christmas, I'd ask if you bumped your head.

Not bad. Not too bad at all.

Imagine if the special teams didn't suck donkey butt.

 

[Johnny Hoxville]

After the start the Flames had to this season, if you told me they'd be two points out of 2nd place in the division and were able to claw their way out of the bottom of the league in goal differential by Christmas, I'd ask if you bumped your head.

Not bad. Not too bad at all.

Imagine if the special teams didn't suck donkey butt.

Praise baby Jesus for little Jon.

 

[InfinityIggy]

It really is because of Gaudreau. Without him we would last in the league easily.

 

[Johnny Hoxville]

It really is because of Gaudreau. Without him we would last in the league easily.

Hmmm, when else have we had a player carry our team? Difference here is that long term it won't be an issue and we have a couple of guys who could be elite centers.

 

[Lunatik]

Praise baby Jesus for little Jon.

 

[Johnny Hoxville]

 

[Calculon]

Flames veteran Jiri Hudler struggles to find net as his time in Calgary winds down

“I’d be happier if I scored a couple more goals but we’re winning so nobody is all over me… until you write something,†laughed the soon-to-be 32-year-old in a rare interview with the Sun on Wednesday.

“Somebody told me I had eight more points last year at this time so obviously I want to score more, but roles on the team changed a bit. Obviously, we’ve got Johnny — I call him (Lionel) Messi. He’s running the show and he’s hot and I’m just trying to get in front and get traffic and let Johnny do his thing. I like to see them succeed, the young guys. Him and Monny score a goal and the faces they make afterwards are good for me.â€

He said he and the Flames have not talked contract and refused to comment when asked about re-signing here.

He’s as good as gone. The question is how much the Flames can get for him at this pace — a pace he isn’t panicking over despite the fact he clearly isn’t the same player he was last year.

“I never panic in my career and why start now?†said Hudler, who had 31 goals and 76 points last year, most of which came in the second half when his trio was the league’s most prolific.

“First, the season is not over yet. Also, it’s hard to repeat — even the superstars can’t repeat every year. Even the best players have months they’re not producing, but you just keep your head up.

“Am I happy with five goals? No. But can I go on a run and score some goals in a couple games? Yes. Am I thinking about it? No… until you brought it up — thanks for that.â€

Flames haven't talked contract with David Jones yet

"Anytime you're a UFA and your contract is expiring, you look at the possibility of being traded or sort of what's next. As far as this team, I haven't had any discussions with them. It's a matter of just going out and trying to win. Playoffs last year helps everyone and if we can get back there, I think it'll be good for everyone," said Jones.

 

[Anglesmith]

I don't know if I like those comments about just hoping his linemates do all the work, but I also don't want to read too much into it. Obviously he's going to be trying to win hockey games however his instincts dictate is the best way to do so.

 

[Lunatik]

I don't know if I like those comments about just hoping his linemates do all the work, but I also don't want to read too much into it. Obviously he's going to be trying to win hockey games however his instincts dictate is the best way to do so.

That's not how I took that comment at all. I took it as he didn't want to mess up what they were doing and wanted to add to it but is happy if they keep winning

 

[tmurfin]

His comment about Monny and Johnny is fine. But he seems way too relaxed and nonchalant about his lack of production.. Obviously you don't want him beating himself up too bad, but you'd think he's at least try to care?

 

[Unlimited Chequing]

That's not how I took that comment at all. I took it as he didn't want to mess up what they were doing and wanted to add to it but is happy if they keep winning

This is how I read it too.

 

[Lunatik]

His comment about Monny and Johnny is fine. But he seems way too relaxed and nonchalant about his lack of production.. Obviously you don't want him beating himself up too bad, but you'd think he's at least try to care?

Of course he cares, the problem is unrealistic expectations. Hudler is in the midst of a season comparable to every other season he's had here except one. Last season was a blip on the radar, we all knew it, so why are we suddenly this down on him talking about his "lack of production" and saying he doesn't care?

I honestly don't understand how people come to these conclusions sometimes.

 

[Anglesmith]

Yeah, like I say, you never really hope to get anything meaningful from players in interviews anyway, do you? There's always different ways to interpret anything, and they generally don't think too hard about what they say.

 

[Ace Rimmer]

Of course he cares, the problem is unrealistic expectations. Hudler is in the midst of a season comparable to every other season he's had here except one. Last season was a blip on the radar, we all knew it, so why are we suddenly this down on him talking about his "lack of production" and saying he doesn't care?

I honestly don't understand how people come to these conclusions sometimes.

Me neither - he's a fairly consistent 45-55 point winger. This year he's on pace for around 48 points. Appears to me that he's producing exactly as expected.

 

[InfinityIggy]

Of course he cares, the problem is unrealistic expectations. Hudler is in the midst of a season comparable to every other season he's had here except one. Last season was a blip on the radar, we all knew it, so why are we suddenly this down on him talking about his "lack of production" and saying he doesn't care?

I honestly don't understand how people come to these conclusions sometimes.

Agree. His lack of chemistry with JG has been a bit frustrating. Personally I hoped he could still put up 60 points this year.

 

[Johnny Hoxville]

Hudler is a different guy, so it's all about context. Sounds like by his panic comment, he hasn't changed a thing. It's just not going in this year for him and he obviously realizes it's Johnny's show and is doing his best to keep that going. Hopefully he does go on a run soon though, we could really use him and the increase of trade value would be sweet too.

 

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[Lunatik]

#overrated