GDT: 2019-20 GM#61 LA Kings vs Florida Panthers @7:30pm 2/20/20

[kingsboy11]

Gabe Vilardi in his first NHL game probably:

 

[AzKing]

I just want the Kings to draft in the top 5-6. That crew of players are on a level above the rest. It's nice to see guys like Roy, Frk, Vilardi and also Petersen give some spark to the team.

 

[kilowatt]

In 2005 we drafted some kid 11th overall and became the best player for over a decade and a half and had a debut to remember. In 2017 Kings drafted a kid 11th overall and had a debut to remember can history repeat itself. My goodness if only if only.

According to the experts, we supposedly have three prospects better than Vilardi as well: Turcotte, Kaliyev, and Fagemo (although I'm not totally sure about any of them).

 

[crassbonanza]

This seriously looked like a brand new team tonight.

 

[AzKing]

According to the experts, we supposedly have three prospects better than Vilardi as well: Turcotte, Kaliyev, and Fagemo (although I'm not totally sure about any of them).

Our Forwards look good. I really think we need that future #1 potential Dman. Drysdale could be that guy depending on where the Kings are since some scouts are saying he is a better player than Byram is at his age right now.

 

[crassbonanza]

So, is that the fastest 1st goal in NHL history?

 

[Bandit]

This seriously looked like a brand new team tonight.

Did anyone miss Jeff Carter? I didn’t.

 

[TruKingFan]

A poor choice to be sure, but they should still be a playoff team.

Panthers seem to still be missing something. And that contract really doesn’t help.

 

[Ziggy Stardust]

So, is that the fastest 1st goal in NHL history?

Going by this list, it appears to be the case.
NHL Records

 

[AzKing]

I like what Moore has brought to the table as well so far.

 

[crassbonanza]

Going by this list, it appears to be the case.
NHL Records

That is just amazing...

 

[Ziggy Stardust]

Did anyone miss Jeff Carter? I didn’t.

Hopefully they gave him the night off to pack his bags.

 

[ru4reals]

This seriously looked like a brand new team tonight.

That's what happens when you actually have talent and not players who are 4th liners playing 1st and 2nd line minutes. IT's refreshing to see for a change. And to think Kaliyev, Turcotte, Fagemo, Bjornfot, 2020 1st rounder is coming too. It can only go up from here.

 

[TruKingFan]

Going by this list, it appears to be the case.
NHL Records

Already on the record books?!? Those smug saps who made fun of his injury must be banging their heads on a wall somewhere. LOL.

 

[JKG33]

Damn that game was fun to watch. Not much more to say about Vilardi beyond what's already been said, so happy for the kid. I'm assuming him and Frk played on the same line in Ontario? They definitely had some chemistry. I hope Frk gets a chance to earn a contract for next year, could be a nice middle 6 winger for the rebuild.

 

[Martyros]

Trade him before he knocks us out of a top 5 pick.

 

[cyclones22]

Damn I'm gonna sleep well tonight knowing that Vilardi, Turcotte and Madden are our top 3 center prospects. All 3 bring different elements to the ice as well.

 

[Martyros]

Going by this list, it appears to be the case.
NHL Records

Is that fastest goal in a SHIFT or in a GAME, because his goal was over 60 seconds.

 

[Martyros]

Damn I'm gonna sleep well tonight knowing that Vilardi, Turcotte and Madden are our top 3 center prospects. All 3 bring different elements to the ice as well.

Don't forget JAD and Amadio

 

[Ziggy Stardust]

Is that fastest goal in a SHIFT or in a GAME, because his goal was over 60 seconds.

Good question, I think those times are actually from the drop of the puck. Vilardi's came at 1:26 of the game.

 

[ru4reals]

Our Forwards look good. I really think we need that future #1 potential Dman. Drysdale could be that guy depending on where the Kings are since some scouts are saying he is a better player than Byram is at his age right now.

Just imagine we get Drysdale and he becomes another Doughty or close to him. And Vilardi becomes a Kopi Clone. Then Cal becomes Quick. Okay ahead of myself but dreams just dreams.

 

[MOGlLNY]

Tell ya what, this team may not be good talent wise but they play f***ing hard.

We've got enough picks and prospects, I say keep the current vets around (Carts included) teach the new kids to be pros and win.

We've seen what happens when you rip down a team to rebuild to the studs and it's not pretty (Sabres, Oilers).

 

[Bandit]

Is that fastest goal in a SHIFT or in a GAME, because his goal was over 60 seconds.

I understand it as fastest goal to start a career. He was only on the ice for less than 10 seconds. It’s an individual record.

 

[kingsfan28]

Been a while since they scored 5 and still won.couldn't ask for a better debut for Valardi.

 

[Little Psycho]