Prospect Info: WJC 2022: The Remix Edition

[jkutswings]

Seeking constructive feedback.

I've never had any interest in any of these tournaments. Not dissing anybody who enjoys them, just asking what excites folks about them.

If it's as simple as, "I love to watch hockey" that's fine. But I REALLY struggle to put any meaning into events that ultimately amount to a very small sample size, with inconsistent levels of competition and motivation amongst the participants. So for those who can't wait to dive into every possible moment, what specific aspect(s) intrigue you?

 

[13to40]

Seeking constructive feedback.

I've never had any interest in any of these tournaments. Not dissing anybody who enjoys them, just asking what excites folks about them.

If it's as simple as, "I love to watch hockey" that's fine. But I REALLY struggle to put any meaning into events that ultimately amount to a very small sample size, with inconsistent levels of competition and motivation amongst the participants. So for those who can't wait to dive into every possible moment, what specific aspect(s) intrigue you?

I find the compete level to be out of this world. It’s a bunch of kids/young adults trying to prove to the world that they are ready to make the next step and play professionally.

The unpredictability of some games too makes it very interesting and keeps you hooked. Whether it be monumental upsets or stand out performances from unsung heroes, there are always quite a few.

 

[RabidBadger]

Seeking constructive feedback.

I've never had any interest in any of these tournaments. Not dissing anybody who enjoys them, just asking what excites folks about them.

If it's as simple as, "I love to watch hockey" that's fine. But I REALLY struggle to put any meaning into events that ultimately amount to a very small sample size, with inconsistent levels of competition and motivation amongst the participants. So for those who can't wait to dive into every possible moment, what specific aspect(s) intrigue you?

-International hockey is a different beast. You put a flag on the sweater and it changes the complexion of the game. I've seen some heavilly contested matches at the WJC summer showcase, an exhibition format.

-These players are the best of the best at their given level. The competition is compelling. It's generally a Colorado vs. Tampa level as opposed to CO vs. Buffalo level. And you have (generally) 5-7 teams capable of winning the tournament.

-As mentioned, some these guys are out to up their draft profile. It may be a small sample size, but some guys really generate a lot of buzz by their performance. Trevor Zegras comes to mind.

As a bonus, you can look back and have that "I watched them before they were drafted" moment when player X makes the show.

 

[RedHawkDown]

Seeking constructive feedback.

I've never had any interest in any of these tournaments. Not dissing anybody who enjoys them, just asking what excites folks about them.

If it's as simple as, "I love to watch hockey" that's fine. But I REALLY struggle to put any meaning into events that ultimately amount to a very small sample size, with inconsistent levels of competition and motivation amongst the participants. So for those who can't wait to dive into every possible moment, what specific aspect(s) intrigue you?

It’s country versus country and I enjoy cheering for my country in a sport I love with players that in large part will make up the future of the sport. That’s the best summary I can give.

 

[Pavels Dog]

But I REALLY struggle to put any meaning into events that ultimately amount to a very small sample size, with inconsistent levels of competition and motivation amongst the participants.

I don't think motivation is inconsistent at all. These players care, maybe even a bit too much.

There's a lot of reasons I enjoy international tournaments, but for the WJC specifically one big reason is the ability to watch many of the world's best prospects play with and against each other. But then again, I watch stuff like Development Camp and Prospects tournaments and meaningless pre-season games, which all are definitely less exciting, have less motivated participants and are awful sample sizes to make any determinations. So I don't need a ton of reasons to watch hockey lol.

 

[Killerjas]

Does anyone know if Cossa will play for Canada? or did he say screw them (cough Dave Cameron) lol

After his dreadful appearance at last years WJC tournament, I doubt he will be the starter.

 

[Henkka]

After his dreadful appearance at last years WJC tournament, I doubt he will be the starter.

Quite sure that doesn't mean a thing, because goalies (mind) and level can go up and down in a week.

They are different players 6 months after, and guy just won WHL Championship.

Imo, it's a coinflip between Garand/Cossa.

 

[golffuul]

After his dreadful appearance at last years WJC tournament, I doubt he will be the starter.

But he won his League Playoffs since that time. He's at least earned another chance to be the starter. Just a matter of whether the coach even cares.

 

[OgeeOgelthorpe]

But he won his League Playoffs since that time. He's at least earned another chance to be the starter. Just a matter of whether the coach even cares.

But but but...he was a bum at Detroit's prospect camp!

 

[SCD]

Cossa is listed after Garand, and Sebrango is listed as an extra on Canada's roster today.

 

[ricky0034]

seeing Sebrango at these things always feels so weird because it feels like he's in like his mid 20s having been in the AHL for multiple years

 

[raymond23]

seeing Sebrango at these things always feels so weird because it feels like he's in like his mid 20s having been in the AHL for multiple years

Also the fact that Raymond is eligible is mindblowing

 

[OgeeOgelthorpe]

Also the fact that Raymond is eligible is mindblowing

It would be pretty funny to see Raymond and Holtz show up for this tournament.

 

[Henkka]

seeing Sebrango at these things always feels so weird because it feels like he's in like his mid 20s having been in the AHL for multiple years

What feels more weird thay guy is listed as extra. C'mon, he'll be at Top4 when the tournament finishes.

 

[golffuul]

What feels more weird thay guy is listed as extra. C'mon, he'll be at Top4 when the tournament finishes.

Probably just giving some folks who might not get much playing time, some pre-tournament game time.

 

[Unfriendly Ghost]

After his dreadful appearance at last years WJC tournament, I doubt he will be the starter.

He didn't play at last year's tournament. The "dreadful" appearance was playing half of one of the warmup games. The second half, too. He never got to start.

 

[lhsgolf19]

Sebrango gets an A for Canada

 

[RabidBadger]

I don't think motivation is inconsistent at all. These players care, maybe even a bit too much.

Agreed. Any player or team can have a bad tournament. You can't expect the same results every year when the entire roster flips every 2 years, not to mention coaching changes, often on a yearly basis.

 

[jaster]

Sebrango gets an A for Canada

Awesome, that's great for Sebrango.

 

[Ulysses31]

Seeking constructive feedback.

I've never had any interest in any of these tournaments. Not dissing anybody who enjoys them, just asking what excites folks about them.

If it's as simple as, "I love to watch hockey" that's fine. But I REALLY struggle to put any meaning into events that ultimately amount to a very small sample size, with inconsistent levels of competition and motivation amongst the participants. So for those who can't wait to dive into every possible moment, what specific aspect(s) intrigue you?

being a fan of DRW i like to see:
1) dRw prospects playing
2) future 1st round draft picks

 

[golffuul]

This Sale' kid looks REALLY good, at the Hlinka.

 

[Henkka]

This Sale' kid looks REALLY good, at the Hlinka.

He is a Top4 draft pick for me at 2023 draft.

 

[lhsgolf19]

Tonight

 

[Murmansk16A]

Tonight

Is it televised? ESPN, NHL network?

 

[OgeeOgelthorpe]

Tonight

That’s kind of lame they’re shoe horning Wallinder into the bottom pair RD spot.