He was one of the better goal scorers while he was in the AHL for the Charlotte Checkers. He was a very solid prospect once upon a time.
At 22, he scored 26 goals in 44 games in the AHL, which is a 48 goal pace. He has some ability, but it's a matter of if it translates to the next level. So far it has not. It's possible (not likely, but possible) that he does down, scores a bunch of goals and regains his confidence.
Another Dallas trade perhapsbeen hopeful for the kid since the Keane trade, but time for change
maybe they do a trade, Like StL<>Edm Kostin deal,
for waiver-cleared, comparable age/pedigree D or C
Its not about guys who can do it all - In his case its about bottom 6 players who do specific things.this is mostly fair.
Howev, guys that can do it all are the exception, not the rule
He is a driver of play, and needs to be paired with a facilitator [Chytil] AND a finisher.
You have to think a washed up DZ is better than Bartkowski. Valimaki could have been interesting. Hope he enjoys playing in front of 2K people each game -- assuming, of course, that many attend.There's a good chance he isn't claimed, lots of teams are in similar situations, just look at the giant list of waivers yesterday
I'm for it, if it takes EdJovo down with it.If Gauthier gets claimed, I will delete this website from the internet.
Hopefully he clears. You hit the nail on the head. It wouldn't be the worst thing in the world to have him eat minutes down there. He can focus on those aspects of his game. Reminds me a bit of Brett Connolly.. both big, fast goal scorers that never really translated at this level. He's gotta reinvent himself a bit like that. His hands arent bad he's got a few tricks up his sleeve, if he can round out his overall game he'd be an above average bottom 6 guy. Not many 3rd/4th liners have the ability to drive the net and get past defenders like him... he generates chances, he just hasn't finished themAs for Gauthier, I actually thought this preseason he played his most well-rounded games. He was actually passing at times instead of doing his one famous move. He also seemed decently committed in the D zone. His chances of making it are about him figuring out how to play a 4th line role, that could eventually slide up to the 3rd. If he commits to figuring out D zone coverage, becomes a PKer and uses the body and his teammates, he has the size and speed to be a hell of a role player. This would be a far cry from who he thought he was just a few seasons ago, but it's his only bet to stick. He very much so has to sort out how to become a Benoit Pouliot type. Or Michael Grabner. I actually think he got the message through to his head because he showed signs of that in the pre-season. Just don't know how long the transformation process will take.
The Gaut was passed over by every team.
Ah.That is also b'c they did not listen to bern
As is clear on the record, I wanted them to keep over Hunt, McKegg etc etc and get him mins then.
But nooooooooooooooooooooooooo
they are still not giving him enuf mins w/same top guys and they are expecting
Kreider - Zib - Kakko
Slaf - Trocheck - Krav
Vatrano - Chytil - Gauthier
Blais - Rydahl - Goodrow
I agree with all of this. I really liked his pre-season, And he could very well develop into a decent bottom 6 player on the right team, especially if he gets better in his own zone.As for Gauthier, I actually thought this preseason he played his most well-rounded games. He was actually passing at times instead of doing his one famous move. He also seemed decently committed in the D zone. His chances of making it are about him figuring out how to play a 4th line role, that could eventually slide up to the 3rd. If he commits to figuring out D zone coverage, becomes a PKer and uses the body and his teammates, he has the size and speed to be a hell of a role player. This would be a far cry from who he thought he was just a few seasons ago, but it's his only bet to stick. He very much so has to sort out how to become a Benoit Pouliot type. Or Michael Grabner. I actually think he got the message through to his head because he showed signs of that in the pre-season. Just don't know how long the transformation process will take.
Hes a bum.This is a mistake.
He functions well as a driver of play w/facilitator Chytil; they should be looking to add another [or reacquire depending on price] Vatrano.
worth keeping over Hunt, Carpenter and Vesey
Rangers may overcome despite this, but imo, it IS a mistake
Not at all surprised.The Gaut was passed over by every team.
As expected nobody claimed this guy. He’s not an nhler. I’m amazed some of you forgot last season where he fooled everyone and made this team. He got plenty plenty of chances. He stunk. He’ll be a big help for Hartford