Yes Cub was somewhat critical on the selection HOWEVER it had more to do with, was it because of his father Joe. Cub you were right to bring it up at the time and yes you, along with many others including myself were quite surprised on his development to this point. Credit to his team and goalie coaches for his growth to this point of his career. I personally know his dad and it is no surprise to me Joe would have been 110 percent behind his son in every way he possibly could. Lets not forget Joe was also a goalie in his day at Sudbury High , and at the Midget level. Although challenging at times, Joe was known to stop a few, a very few I may add.
I never criticized the pick. Particularly since it was a pretty late one and really how many players have we drafted in that round that have never got a sniff. So how could any of us be that critical without seeing what skills he possessed. Its obvious he was worked on what he needed to improve on since his rookie camp and playing a full season in Junior this year has really allowed him to get to the next step and warrant a call up. He did play well in training camp as well. So good for him. Frappier will have some challenge for the back up spot come September IMO.
Bowen didn’t just temporarily silence critics, he created a complete hush over the wolves board
I completely understand you dirty12. There seems to be more comments when the Wolves lose.
I think Gilhula and potentially Carson could be dealt. Depending on who we draft in the Entry draft, we have lots of forwards. Carson hasn't put up the numbers, and Gilhula doesn't seem to fit on this team.
Possibly. I could see them possibly moving Bulitka. As much as the numbers don't show it, I think Gilhula has more value than Baker does. Watching him play, I think Gilhula brings more to the table personally. However, if Papineau can somehow recoup the 2nd rd pick on Gilhula or a decent defence man for next year I would sing his praises.
I would say Papineau getting a 2nd rd pick for Gilhula would be nothing short of a miracle and I too would sing his praises. I disagree with you on Gilhula I think his numbers say too much about how he plays. He was given every opportunity to shine and frankly hasn't. He is a fast skater. Great on PP when no one engages him but relies heavily on others to do the work for him. He looked great in preseason play and then what? I am not sure what I am missing.
