GDT: 2016 Preseason Thread - Time for the real thing!

[nomorekids]

I realize he signed a 6 year deal, but he's 25 now. I don't know how much more "development" he has left in him at this point. I think he more or less is what he is, and IMO that's a fairly versatile plug-and-play guy who would fit as well on the 4th line as the 1st. Do I think he belongs on the 4th line? No, I just don't think his so-called development should have any bearing on where he plays.

I disagree. We saw a pretty significant leap in Jarnkrok's play and production when he was told what to work on and improve on. It's not unreasonable to think that he could work on his strength and shot -- two easy to improve aspects -- and improve further.

I'm bullish on Jarnkrok --- but I ideally see him as the perfect third liner who can play up as needed.

 

[nomorekids]

Outside of Forsberg, Fiala is the most talented offensive prospect we've ever had. While he might not be Forsberg, he is close to that level offensively, and in fact put up better numbers in the AHL.

If he's up for a full season, I'd espect numbers in the 40 point range, which is more than I expect for Jarnkrok.

Well, exempting Radulov, who I think is right up there with Forsberg

 

[triggrman]

I disagree. We saw a pretty significant leap in Jarnkrok's play and production when he was told what to work on and improve on. It's not unreasonable to think that he could work on his strength and shot -- two easy to improve aspects -- and improve further.

I'm bullish on Jarnkrok --- but I ideally see him as the perfect third liner who can play up as needed.

Totally agree. He is what you want in a 3rd liner. Can play center, wing, kill penalities, has good hands and playmaking skills, he's not elite, but he's a good hockey player overall.

Well, exempting Radulov, who I think is right up there with Forsberg

who?

 

[Legionnaire11]

Outside of Forsberg, Fiala is the most talented offensive prospect we've ever had. While he might not be Forsberg, he is close to that level offensively, and in fact put up better numbers in the AHL.

If he's up for a full season, I'd espect numbers in the 40 point range, which is more than I expect for Jarnkrok.

It's not a question of talent for me, I just don't see him being consistent enough to go a full season in that spot, he will learn it as the season goes on. He'll have stretches of playing down the lines and even scratched a few games to get a different perspective. As always, I hope i'm wrong, I hope that Fiala is a world beater and locks down the top line without question. Similarly if he's not ready and Jarnkrok is up there, I hope he goes lights out.

 

[leafs nation]

Will Fiala stay for the whole season or just for 9 games? I'm thinking of getting this kid on my roster for a fantasy hockey pool. What's your opinion guys?

 

[torero]

It's not a question of talent for me, I just don't see him being consistent enough to go a full season in that spot, he will learn it as the season goes on. He'll have stretches of playing down the lines and even scratched a few games to get a different perspective. As always, I hope i'm wrong, I hope that Fiala is a world beater and locks down the top line without question. Similarly if he's not ready and Jarnkrok is up there, I hope he goes lights out.

It is interesting what you say, this is exacty how he played 2 yrs ago in Sweden. He really transformed a team happy not to be in the relegation round into a playoff 2nd round pretendent.

Yet he was scoring like 6 points in 3 games ... and then nothing for 5 games ... and again some 8 points in 3 game ... and nothing. Very volatile.

But time has passed ... who knows. We'll see.

 

[triggrman]

Ever player has consistency issues.

If 40 goal scorers scored consistently they'd be 82 goals scorers.

 

[BigFatCat999]

Watson on waivers. Interesting

https://twitter.com/reporterchris/status/784431701883777025

 

[EXTRAS]

How many more cuts to go?

 

[Pred303]

How many more cuts to go?

it's all but done. Kamenev and Gandreau probably get sent down tomorrow to get us to 22 on opening night, but we could keep one of them as the 14th forward

 

[Bear12Good]

Kamenev no chance play NHL?

 

[GeauxPreds]

He's almost certainly the first forward called up in case of injury and unless he regresses or suffers a serious injury will make the roster next season with Ribs and Fishers' contracts expiring.

 

[King Weber]

Aberg, Felix Girard and Liambas called up for the game tonight.

 

[NSH615]

Sometimes Preds puzzle me. I understand Kamanev and Watson sent down. But what's with Aberg, Girard and Liambus being called up? They were just recently sent down. Somebody hurt? Maybe a trade in progress? Anyone got any ideas?

I'm sure that the swap was about getting the players some time in Milwaukee's training camp.

 

[BigFatCat999]

Hmmmm.....Josi paired with Subban can cause Smith to be opened up.

 

[Montross]

Rinne rocking the sub .900 save %. Major concern going into the season opener.

 

[GeauxPreds]

Does anyone really expect Rinne to rebound or even be average this season? I think we'll have a successful season and whatnot but ever since the injury and the loss of mitch korn his goaltending has been a dumpster fire and only trending downwards

 

[drwpreds]

Rinne rocking the sub .900 save %. Major concern going into the season opener.

Anyone have any reports on the goals allowed tonight?? I have been looking for reports on the web and social media but have found nothing.....

 

[SauceMyBiscuit]

I listened to the radio broadcast. Tampa brought their starting lineup for the regular season and we left a bunch of starters at home. Tampa had more chemistry and could move the puck better on offense. On defense, we looked a little out of sync and made Pekka difficult saves all night long. His rebound control is worrying, but he's still trying to get to regular season form. It's just preseason let's wait to see how well we play on Friday night.

 

[PredsV82]

It is still preseason... may I remind everyone that we got absolutely curb stomped by Columbus in our final two preseason games last year (5-2 and 7-1, Rinne with 7 goals against in that last one) and then came out and won something like 7 of our first 8 when the games actually counted (and for Viqsi's sake I wont mention what Cbus did after giving us those two beatings)

 

[Scoresberg]

This team's only concern is Rinne. If he can get his act together this team has a serious chance of winning the Cup. The West isn't overly stacked this year (most of the teams just got worse) so this could be our year.

 

[Sens]

I think Fredrick Gaudreau makes the roster

 

[Price is Wright]

This team's only concern is Rinne. If he can get his act together this team has a serious chance of winning the Cup. The West isn't overly stacked this year (most of the teams just got worse) so this could be our year.

I can definitely see a Pittsburgh Penguins scenario where Pekka helps get the Preds to the playoffs but the back-up is the guy who gets them to the Cup.

 

[glenngineer]

I think Fredrick Gaudreau makes the roster

Think again.

https://www.nhl.com/predators/news/...ive-players-to-milwaukee-admirals/c-282510144

 

[drwpreds]

It is still preseason... may I remind everyone that we got absolutely curb stomped by Columbus in our final two preseason games last year (5-2 and 7-1, Rinne with 7 goals against in that last one) and then came out and won something like 7 of our first 8 when the games actually counted (and for Viqsi's sake I wont mention what Cbus did after giving us those two beatings)

Yep- 100% correct. I remember after those two beatdowns almost everyone was proclaiming the Jackets as a dark horse contender, and up and coming team. And most of us were worried to death about our team. And we all know how that turned out........

Pre-season games pretty much mean zilch.....