Player Discussion Fredrik Claesson - Title Pending

[JungleBeat]

With Methot headed to Vegas, Cleasson seems like the obvious choice to start playing with Karlsson. Do you think he's capable playing consistent top 4 minutes and being the other half of a super - swede pairing?

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[Asquaredx2]

I think so. Phaneuf can spot him at times with EK, but I like him as Karlsson's partner.

What I'm curious about is how they'll handle the third pairing. To me, Harpur and perhaps Chabot could each be great in that position, but if they have those 4 on the left side, it would mean Phaneuf would be the only LD that isn't a rookie.

 

[Sens of Anarchy]

I think he will be ok but will struggle with consistency ; there will be a noticeable drop off from Methot

 

[Senateurs]

He's our best option. Not for 22 mins per game, maybe he could split with whoever is on LD3

 

[Asquaredx2]

Further to my comment above: I'm really hoping the Sens can sign Michael Stone to be the 3rd pair RD. Upgrading on Wideman will allow the Sens to scale back Ceci's minutes and also allow Karlsson to ease up a bit, especially as he recovers from injury. Stone would also replace some of Methot's PK minutes and would be a steady partner for a rookie LD like Chabot.

Claesson - Karlsson
Phaneuf - Ceci
Chabot - Stone
*Harpur

 

[Icelevel]

Englund will be ready soon.
ClAEsson can play up and down the lineup

 

[aragorn]

Wouldn't it be ironic if Phaneuf ends up replacing Methot as Karlsson's partner? Claesson could play with Ceci & Boro with Wideman. I also think we will eventually see Harpur up for a number of games & Englund if there are any injuries & maybe Chabot. I imagine Chabot may get 9 games or less again this yr before they send him down to Bellville. Most likely they share the minutes & Karlsson plays with everyone depending on the situation until one guy stands out the most as being a good partner for him.

 

[Sun God Nika]

Wouldn't it be ironic if Phaneuf ends up replacing Methot as Karlsson's partner? Claesson could play with Ceci & Boro with Wideman. I also think we will eventually see Harpur up for a number of games & Englund if there are any injuries & maybe Chabot. I imagine Chabot may get 9 games or less again this yr before they send him down to Bellville. Most likely they share the minutes & Karlsson plays with everyone depending on the situation until one guy stands out the most as being a good partner for him.

ill be disappointed if Chabot doesn't can't stay up with the big club tbh. This is a guy I have hopes on being a calder finalist btw.

 

[aragorn]

ill be disappointed if Chabot doesn't can't stay up with the big club tbh. This is a guy I have hopes on being a calder finalist btw.

Maybe the following yr.

 

[bert]

ill be disappointed if Chabot doesn't can't stay up with the big club tbh. This is a guy I have hopes on being a calder finalist btw.

He needs lots of reps, Guy doesnt like young players either. He needs 40 games in the AHL atleast as the number 1 guy.

 

[swiftwin]

I think so. Phaneuf can spot him at times with EK, but I like him as Karlsson's partner.

What I'm curious about is how they'll handle the third pairing. To me, Harpur and perhaps Chabot could each be great in that position, but if they have those 4 on the left side, it would mean Phaneuf would be the only LD that isn't a rookie.

Boro?

 

[50 in 07]

ill be disappointed if Chabot doesn't can't stay up with the big club tbh. This is a guy I have hopes on being a calder finalist btw.

Not happening imo. Not because he isn't talented enough, but because with the d-corps we currently have he simply won't get enough minutes to be considered.

To put it into perspective Werenski this year averaged over 20 minutes a game and nearly 3 minutes a game on the PP. Even if Chabot eventually works himself into a top 4 mainstay, he likely won't ever be over 20 minutes a game given the other guys we've got. And obviously the PP time isn't happening either when we have EK.

 

[Asquaredx2]

Boro?

Hoping he doesn't play much next year. He's a warrior, but he doesn't have the discipline or the decision making to work in Guy's system.

 

[trentmccleary]

I think so. Phaneuf can spot him at times with EK, but I like him as Karlsson's partner.

What I'm curious about is how they'll handle the third pairing. To me, Harpur and perhaps Chabot could each be great in that position, but if they have those 4 on the left side, it would mean Phaneuf would be the only LD that isn't a rookie.

Claessen's more of a 2nd year guy at this point.

63 total games. Multiple training camps, call ups, practices and a lot of experience during a long playoff run. Because of top-4 holes, 1/3 of his games have been over 18:30 per game and 1/4 over 20 mins.

 

[Beville]

As long as he keeps the beard, I'm happy with whatever.

 

[BonkTastic]

... "Claw Hammer"?

 

[Do Make Say Think]

... "Claw Hammer"?

He's a fantabulous banjo player

 

[Denny47]

Further to my comment above: I'm really hoping the Sens can sign Michael Stone to be the 3rd pair RD. Upgrading on Wideman will allow the Sens to scale back Ceci's minutes and also allow Karlsson to ease up a bit, especially as he recovers from injury. Stone would also replace some of Methot's PK minutes and would be a steady partner for a rookie LD like Chabot.

Claesson - Karlsson
Phaneuf - Ceci
Chabot - Stone
*Harpur

That's exactly what I'd like to see

 

[Lenny the Lynx]

... "Claw Hammer"?

I hate this

 

[Gil Gunderson]

Yup, use Methot's money to get Stone.

Balances out our defence and gives better options for the bottom-4. Karlsson needs relief.

 

[chipsens]

I'm looking forward to seeing more offence from EK's partner, since Methot provided good D but zero O. Claw hammer has better mobility, and can get a good shot on net. IIRC Methot's usual play on offence was to dump the puck into the corner.

 

[Sens of Anarchy]

The Hammer ... that was Shultz

I hope Freddy is Ready for the new expectations some of y'all have

 

[The Lewler]

ole Freddy Clapper Claesson getting the big time treatments boys wooooooooooooooweee

 

[JungleBeat]

... "Claw Hammer"?

Lol, I thought that was what y'all call him. I'm not sure if I can edit the title

 

[The Lewler]

Clapper Claesson should also definitely wear #4.

Get this party going.