Player Discussion Alex Galchenyuk

[MuckOG]

7 points in 11 games after shifting to center.

If he can play center full time, then I'm on board with giving him a "prove it" contract and letting him and Sturm battle for 3C and 4C duties.

 

[16thOverallSaveUs]

7 points in 11 games after shifting to center.

Not all of the games have been at C, but either way, 7 points in 11 games since trade deadline is good for ~52 points over 82. Small sample size still, though. I’ve been a proponent of, “if he can be a 50 point C, sign him”. I’m not sure that’s clear yet, but it should be more clear by the end of the year.

 

[SomethingGeneric]

Not all of the games have been at C, but either way, 7 points in 11 games since trade deadline is good for ~52 points over 82. Small sample size still, though. I’ve been a proponent of, “if he can be a 50 point C, sign him”. I’m not sure that’s clear yet, but it should be more clear by the end of the year.

He has played 14 games for the wild, 3 on the wing, 11 at center.

 

[dBoon]

Well, I like him better than the last #3 overall the Wild traded for, Mr. Cam Barker.

Cam is still after in in Europe, France this time, after the KHL, Swiss league and Finland.

 

[Nsjohnson]

It's been up and down. Overall I am HAPPY with him, but he's pissed me off in the past couple of games, while at the same time scoring a big goal or two.

His shot is lethal and accurate, he plays big, but lacks some IQ about circumstances on the ice.

 

[dBoon]

It's been up and down. Overall I am HAPPY with him, but he's pissed me off in the past couple of games, while at the same time scoring a big goal or two.

His shot is lethal and accurate, he plays big, but lacks some IQ about circumstances on the ice.

All the warts in his game reflect his value.

It all boils down to:
-how much you believe in coaching and coach-ability
-how much of an optimist are you

He did top 40 points every season 2014-19, 50 twice. Not your average Wild reclamation plug.

 

[AKL]

If he’s an offensive middle 6 center capable of 40-55 points every year, there’s no reason we shouldn’t sign him for a year or two.

 

[MuckOG]

I found it interesting that Galchenuk is still #2 behind Filip Forsberg in both goal scoring and overall scoring from the 2012 draft.

 

[57special]

You can't lose track of the fact that he has some awful giveaways that tend to lead to goals against. He's similar to what Fiala was, but unlike Fiala is not young, in hockey terms. He should be in his prime right now.

Bottom line is that I wouldn't give him either term or money. Maybe have some bonuses in his contract.

One other thing. I suspect that he will need a tender, encouraging hand from the coaching staff. If we hire a defensive disciplinarian this summer, it won't turn out well.

 

[Spurgeon]

You can't lose track of the fact that he has some awful giveaways that tend to lead to goals against. He's similar to what Fiala was, but unlike Fiala is not young, in hockey terms. He should be in his prime right now.

Bottom line is that I wouldn't give him either term or money. Maybe have some bonuses in his contract.

One other thing. I suspect that he will need a tender, encouraging hand from the coaching staff. If we hire a defensive disciplinarian this summer, it won't turn out well.

From the reports I've read, he's an extremely hard-working player that is constantly doing whatever he can to try to improve his game. I don't think he's somebody that would get offended by criticism.

His defensive lapses are definitely worrisome, but he's never really played for teams known for being defensive stalwarts either. Given a year or two in our system, I think his game would improve in both ends of the ice.

I've wanted Galchenyuk since his early Habs days though, so I'm a bit biased.

 

[Dr Jan Itor]

You can't lose track of the fact that he has some awful giveaways that tend to lead to goals against. He's similar to what Fiala was, but unlike Fiala is not young, in hockey terms. He should be in his prime right now.

Bottom line is that I wouldn't give him either term or money. Maybe have some bonuses in his contract.

One other thing. I suspect that he will need a tender, encouraging hand from the coaching staff. If we hire a defensive disciplinarian this summer, it won't turn out well.

I don’t think anybody is arguing in favor of that.

 

[Webster]

Galchenyuk says he likes it here, and he's learning from a veteran like Zuccarello. I think they hope Galchenyuk can become a good center, and re-sign him. Then Guerin can focus on a top goalie this summer.

 

[AKL]

Galchenyuk says he likes it here, and he's learning from a veteran like Zuccarello. I think they hope Galchenyuk can become a good center, and re-sign him. Then Guerin can focus on a top goalie this summer.

Sure hope he’s not learning too much from him

 

[123TripleDoge]

he's only 6'1"? Looks much bigger out there

 

[Mookie Blaylock]

Sure hope he’s not learning too much from him

Oh shit, snorted/laughed at this.

 

[TaLoN]

Galchenyuk says he likes it here, and he's learning from a veteran like Zuccarello. I think they hope Galchenyuk can become a good center, and re-sign him. Then Guerin can focus on a top goalie this summer.

Yeah, there were no Zuccarello caliber vets in Pittsburgh... only lowly guys like Crosby and Malkin who simply can't compare.

 

[Shoresy]

Only way I resign him would be on a 1 year deal if we can’t trade for a #1 center at the draft. At that point he may be our best option because of the short term and low cost commitment to him.

Heading into next year I’d rather have a true #1 center and Staal. Once Staal comes off the books I’d give a guy like Khovanov the chance to step in.

Galchenyuk doesn’t fit into that plan, mainly because it doesn’t make sense to resign him as a 3C. He’s too reckless. JEE is a far better 3C option even if he doesn’t score as much.

I’d also keep Rask and Sturm for the 4th line and extra forward spot. I don’t think it’s necessary to buy Rask out just yet. It’s not like we need the cap space.

Koivu can walk.

 

[DeagleJenkins]

Only way I resign him would be on a 1 year deal if we can’t trade for a #1 center at the draft. At that point he may be our best option because of the short term and low cost commitment to him.

Heading into next year I’d rather have a true #1 center and Staal. Once Staal comes off the books I’d give a guy like Khovanov the chance to step in.

Galchenyuk doesn’t fit into that plan, mainly because it doesn’t make sense to resign him as a 3C. He’s too reckless. JEE is a far better 3C option even if he doesn’t score as much.

I’d also keep Rask and Sturm for the 4th line and extra forward spot. I don’t think it’s necessary to buy Rask out just yet. It’s not like we need the cap space.

Koivu can walk.

agree with your post but also love the name. great choice!

 

[De Montreal]

If Bill Guerin traded for him, it must be because he has some interest in re-signing him this summer?

 

[AKL]

If Bill Guerin traded for him, it must be because he has some interest in re-signing him this summer?

Or it was to make the cap work to send Zucker to Pittsburgh for the 1st and Addison.

50/50 chance

 

[AJ Thelen]

Or it was to make the cap work to send Zucker to Pittsburgh for the 1st and Addison.

50/50 chance

1-year $3m deal to see if he can bounce back?

 

[AKL]

1-year $3m deal to see if he can bounce back?

I would absolutely do this unless we're able to make a trade for a top 6 center.

 

[P10p]

I'd definetly welcome Gally back on a 1 year contract.

 

[2Pair]

1-year $3m deal to see if he can bounce back?

It's a better option than continuing to play Kunin at center, but if that's the best center that Guerin can find, the Wild are in trouble.

 

[thestonedkoala]

Yeah, there were no Zuccarello caliber vets in Pittsburgh... only lowly guys like Crosby and Malkin who simply can't compare.

Depends; neither Malkin or Crosby seem to be the type of player that will take a guy under his wing and teach them.