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He should look in the mirror. He was playing like Zach Hamil out there with a better shot. We all wanted him to make it. He just isn't ready and didn't make adjustments.
Confirmed with Link: Charlie Coyle to the Bruins for Donato and a conditional 5th-round pick - 4th if B's make 2nd round
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He should look in the mirror. He was playing like Zach Hamil out there with a better shot. We all wanted him to make it. He just isn't ready and didn't make adjustments.
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LOL, this quote reminds me of the famous quote "The Titanic is unsinkable!" I'm sure this won't backfire
Still could be good for the wild. They have something to cheer for that they have not in a while. They need someone on that team to shoot more and Donato will do that.
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@Gee Wally , I will leave it at this, somebody in the B's organization was less than thrilled by the Globe's placement of the Sullivan column. With all the good the Bruins have done in February the highest profile column went to Donato.
Catch my drift?
It'snot necessarily a fact the the Bruins management was unhappy with Donato, I'm sure they understand it can take time to learn to play the game at the NHL level. Donate was given many opportunities to show that he was ready, but unfortunately his play was extremely inconsistent. At this point in time the Bruins need consistancy especially if they hope to advance in the playoffs. Donate may have potential (or not) to be the better player in this deal, but we may not know for another 3 years and the Bruins need help now.
For me this deal is very ordinary, Coyle is not a core player he is more of a support player, while he has some size and will throw the occasional check he is not a power forward nor a consistent scorer. This is a conservative safe move to add depth, experience and consistency to the lineup. Basically, the Bruins know what they will be getting from Coyle on a nightly basis . . . Which is what they need at this time.
For me this deal is very ordinary, Coyle is not a core player he is more of a support player, while he has some size and will throw the occasional check he is not a power forward nor a consistent scorer. This is a conservative safe move to add depth, experience and consistency to the lineup. Basically, the Bruins know what they will be getting from Coyle on a nightly basis . . . Which is what they need at this time.
Good for Donato, despite his points being secondary assists he was very noticeable out there. His play was reminiscent of last season when he arrived with the B's. I hope the kid can sustain it there.
Doesn't change my mind on the trade for the Bs, kid wasnt getting it done in Boston (or dominating in Providence for that matter) and Coyle is a better fit for what this team needs.
Doesn't change my mind on the trade for the Bs, kid wasnt getting it done in Boston (or dominating in Providence for that matter) and Coyle is a better fit for what this team needs.
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I really liked Donato, after his debut last year I had hoped he was a long term solution for our second line; then he was not very good in the playoffs, looked overmatched. I thought having time in the offseason to do some strength training and get ready for a full NHL season. That didn't happen, I think he was given a real shot early in the year, and he just never owned it.
I wish him well in Minnesota, but I'm fine with taking a chance on Coyle. Regardless of what they end up scoring in their careers, we needed the size and style Coyle brings right now; so I'm okay with taking a shot on this trade.
I wish him well in Minnesota, but I'm fine with taking a chance on Coyle. Regardless of what they end up scoring in their careers, we needed the size and style Coyle brings right now; so I'm okay with taking a shot on this trade.
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Go use some mouthwash, it's a good trade
The Bruins are like every other contending team in the East, they know if Tampa falters they have a chance to make the SCF.
The Bruins can't worry about Tampa right now, they first have to focus on playing Toronto or possibly Poutineville in Round 1. However, they do play Tampa 3 more times this season which will be an interesting cat and mouse scenario.
I sense another trade is coming
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Coyle is a much more proven commodity. Jimmy had one almost ok season, Charlie has had several ok seasons.
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Donato can take his soft, entitled, weak, excuse-making act and f*** right off. He had more opportunity to succeed this season with the Bs than he deserved. Not their fault he has the strength of an eight year old and the balls of a eunuch. f*** him. Had him pegged all along. Good riddance. Gave Sweeney an A+ for this trade for a reason.
Yeah you can compare him to Wheeler if you'd like. While you're at it, you can compare my grandfather a WW1 vet to Wheeler too if you'd like but neither is a good comparison. Wheeler and Donato are nothing, nothing at all alike in style or attitude.
Yes back a few pages though. It was a career goal to play for the Bruins. Also, prior to the Bruins game on Wednesday Bergy and Chara (IIRC) called him by phone to welcome him. He was very surprised and honored by it.
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BigBear83
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was rooting for donato, but its becoming very obvious there was some behind the scenes drama.. i dont know why coyle is getting such a bad rap already..you would think us as fans would want him to succeed? i think coyle flourishes..
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Why is it so difficult to? You could do it now. Why don't you like the trade?
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