Pre-Game Talk: October 1: Jets @ Oilers, 9pm CDT CBC

[sipowicz]

That's all Postma has that is better. Redmond is a PP QB, Postma is a shooter.

I still take Postma who has the ability to skate the puck out of the D zone if necessary, on the other hand Redmond will make a safe short pass to get of the D zone. To be honest their skill set is awash but you have to wonder about their NHL careers long term considering how long it has taken both to get to the NHL.

Both Trouba and Morrisey have skill sets way above both Postma and Redmond.

 

[wpgsilver]

I still take Postma who has the ability to skate the puck out of the D zone if necessary, on the other hand Redmond will make a safe short pass to get of the D zone. To be honest their skill set is awash but you have to wonder about their NHL careers long term considering how long it has taken both to get to the NHL.

Both Trouba and Morrisey have skill sets way above both Postma and Redmond.

Which is why Trouba and Morrisey were lottery picks as opposed to Postma and Redmond who were 7th round picks.

Neither Redmond or Postma were expected be star prospects. They put in the time in the minors and became AHL all-stars. Its the way a lot of 5-6 d-men make it to the show.

 

[surixon]

Which is why Trouba and Morrisey were lottery picks as opposed to Postma and Redmond who were 7th round picks.

Neither Redmond or Postma were expected be star prospects. They put in the time in the minors and became AHL all-stars. Its the way a lot of 5-6 d-men make it to the show.

Yup and you always need good cheap depth to round out your bottom lines and pairings. I feel quite confident that Zach can fill I'm the number 5-6 role on this team quite well moving forward. I'm less sold on Postma on this team due to our current defense mix but he can still be a solid trade chip as offensive defenseman always go for a premium.

 

[Guerzy]

Yup and you always need good cheap depth to round out your bottom lines and pairings. I feel quite confident that Zach can fill I'm the number 5-6 role on this team quite well moving forward. I'm less sold on Postma on this team due to our current defense mix but he can still be a solid trade chip as offensive defenseman always go for a premium.

Agree, and also with wpgsilver. Redmond should be quite a solid bottom pairing defender for a good number of years, and a guy who can slide up to the top 4 if need be to cover for an injury or such.

I personally like the route he's taken as it takes defenceman longer to develop and round out their games as it is. Now that he's 25 with 2 years pro under his belt, he's primed to be a full-time NHL'er today/this season. It's too bad he had that setback last season, but he appears healthy and with no lingering effects from it. I'm a pretty big Redmond fan for what he brings and what I believe he can offer our defensive unit headed forward.

 

[Slicknitty]

Welcome back to the west, Jets! Prepare to have your feelings hurt tomorrow!

 

[Guerzy]

Almost time.

 

[King Woodballs]

Nope. It's 4 am 7 pm EST = 1 am in Germany

At least you could get a nights sleep,and be refreshed for that start of the game!

 

[knorthern knight]

Don't we have a 100% lose record when we don't have Clitsome?

Yup, as mentioned in the 1st post of my thread http://hfboards.mandatory.com/showthread.php?p=71738607

 

[ajmidd12]

God am I itching for NHL hockey, the CFL sucks, the NFL tied me over (since my Pats are 4-0) but its time to get the NHL rolling.

GER JERTS GER!

 

[Canucks LB]

I wish I didn't read their board.. What a depressing, defeated group of fans.

Welcome to the west coast, where every year every canadian team thinks they will win the cup. Knowing only 1 team has any legit chance of actually winning it.

 

[Gump Hasek]

Zinger bags a moose...
http://www.theaurora.ca/Sports/Hock...-GM,-top-official-in-moose-vehicle-accident/1

 

[Guerzy]

Zinger bags a moose...
http://www.theaurora.ca/Sports/Hock...-GM,-top-official-in-moose-vehicle-accident/1

Wow, glad Zinger (and Brad Andrews) are okay. Hitting a moose while driving is no joke.

 

[Andy6]

Wow, glad Zinger (and Brad Andrews) are okay. Hitting a moose while driving is no joke.

No, they're very fortunate. It's a constant fear for everyone in Newfoundland.

 

[King Woodballs]

A bull moose? Ouch
Lucky they were in a big vehicle

 

[bigplay41*]

A bull moose? Ouch
Lucky they were in a big vehicle

I wonder if he still wants them to be called the St Johns Moose

 

[King Woodballs]

I wonder if he still wants them to be called the St Johns Moose

Haha probably

 

[Johnny HFBOARDS]

Zinger bags a moose...
http://www.theaurora.ca/Sports/Hock...-GM,-top-official-in-moose-vehicle-accident/1

Hope he doesn't take up yachting.

 

[ps241]

Very lucky......Moose are so dangerous to hit!

 

[LadyJet26]

Two years? Remember, this is the first time the "Winnipeg Jets" have played in Edmonton since March 29, 1996.

Or hell, since the Jets have come back to the league on May 31, 2011, this is the first time they've played in Edmonton.

I can't say I know a ton of die-hard Jets fans out here. But I do know several people who are either from Winnipeg originally with divided loyalties, or people just curious to see the Jets. It should be a fun atmosphere.


Edit: I don't know a ton of die-hard Jets fans besides myself, I should say. My wife already told me my Christmas present is tickets to the next Jets @ Oilers game on December 23rd. I love that woman...

I was talking about not having hockey in October... Wasn't commenting on anything to do with the Oilers. Last time there was hockey in October was 2011...

 

[Potrzebie]

Wow, glad Zinger (and Brad Andrews) are okay. Hitting a moose while driving is no joke.

No kidding. Just ask Steven Fletcher. They're very lucky.

 

[ICdave]

Little later than usual as I just got back into town.

Coach Noel - Status of Grant Clitsome (7 day IR, retroactive, available Friday). Postma or Pardy for Tuesday? Status of Zach Redmond. Progress of Jacob Trouba. A lot of coaching from him last two days? Excited to finally start regular season. Importance of accountability.

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[Johnny HFBOARDS]

Almost time.

 

[YWGinYYZ]

 

[sepHF]

good luck tomorrow guys, I can't wait.

 

[broinwhyteridge]

Zinger bags a moose...
http://www.theaurora.ca/Sports/Hock...-GM,-top-official-in-moose-vehicle-accident/1

No kidding... Google "moose in car" for some idea of what can happen. Not pretty on the giving or receiving end.