Edler on forward

[bure 96]

Anyone think this would be a good idea? Similar to how Burns is being used by SJ. Edler has had a spotty defensive game this season, so why not improve the forward depth. Put him with the Sedins and all he needs to do is stand in front of the net looking for tap ins.

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[PhilMick]

The reason it works for Burns is because he's aggressive. Drives to the net, wants to shoot. Also he used to be a forward. Edler is the opposite of aggressive, he makes the Dalai Lama look like Chael Sonnen. (ok that might be an exaggeration )

He has the natural talent to be successful at any position, but is lacking upstairs.

 

[mossey3535]

This is a novel idea. But who takes his place? Weber or Corrado?

Remember Burns had a past history as a forward, including when he was coached by Mclennan in the minors.

With this argument we'd be better off shifting Garrison to forward.

However right now I'd rather have Garrison back on D than Edler, as much as saying that pains me.

Anyways not disagreeing, just throwing some factors out there.

 

[Vankiller Whale]

Burns was drafted as a forward and was switched later on to defense. I don't think Edler has ever had significant exposure to playing forward, and the odds are much less likely he's successful.

If Gillis will not or cannot acquire a top-6 forward, then we might not have much to lose by trying Edler or Bieksa at forward just for the heck of it.

 

[bure 96]

But who takes his place? Weber or Corrado?

Corrado would be my choice.

 

[Nuckles]

I'd prefer trading Edler for a forward instead.

 

[mossey3535]

Burns was drafted as a forward and was switched later on to defense. I don't think Edler has ever had significant exposure to playing forward, and the odds are much less likely he's successful.

If Gillis will not or cannot acquire a top-6 forward, then we might not have much to lose by trying Edler or Bieksa at forward just for the heck of it.

Bieksa is playing too well to be put at forward, and we've tried it before. He was ok, but not as good as he is right now on the backend.

We won't know how good Edler would be until we try...

However, it's probably best if he just gets his head out of his butt instead of making him a forward.

 

[CanucksSayEh]

Why not, take away his defensive responsibilities by putting him at wing and we might see a less hesitant, more aggressive Edler. He has all the shots and could definitely lay a punishment on opposing Dmen forechecking. Better a slow forward than a slow Dman.

 

[Stonz]

Anyone think this would be a good idea? Similar to how Burns is being used by SJ. Edler has had a spotty defensive game this season, so why not improve the forward depth. Put him with the Sedins and all he needs to do is stand in front of the net looking for tap ins.

It's so easy, even a caveman could do it! So why not try Sestito first?

Seriously though, great plan. We could also throw Lou into Edler's spot, and move Hank into the net. All he'd have to do is stand there and stop pucks.

 

[Luck 6]

I'd prefer trading Edler for a forward instead.

Certainly seems like a more viable solution.

 

[LiquidSnake]

Burns was drafted as a forward and was switched later on to defense. I don't think Edler has ever had significant exposure to playing forward, and the odds are much less likely he's successful.

If Gillis will not or cannot acquire a top-6 forward, then we might not have much to lose by trying Edler or Bieksa at forward just for the heck of it.

I don't think this has been stressed enough for those that don't understand.

BURNS WAS DRAFTED AS A FORWARD

 

[Craz1bo1]

Too bad he skates as slow as molasse.

 

[mossey3535]

I don't think this has been stressed enough for those that don't understand.

BURNS WAS DRAFTED AS A FORWARD

It doesn't invalidate the OP that it MIGHT be interesting to try him at forward.

 

[Squall]

It's an experiment that I would be curious to see. But I can also imagine Edler to be more lost than ever.

 

[Zombotron]

I'd prefer trading Edler for a forward instead.

 

[PhilMick]

I would also like to suggest:

Although he will have to learn that you're not allowed to frisbee the puck.

 

[Zombotron]

I would also like to suggest:

Although he will have to learn that you're not allowed to frisbee the puck.

 

[Seatoo]

Bieksa would be a much better option on forward imo

 

[PhilMick]

Man I'm glad we don't do business with the Panthers

 

[WinterEmpire]

Bieksa would be a much better option on forward imo

He's looked pretty bad at Forward when given the opportunities previously

 

[Hammer79]

It would be a desperation move and I don't think it would work. He's more effective if his shots from the point are working. I don't see him as a quick reaction guy in close. If it came to that, I'd rather just trade him.

 

[thepuckmonster]

Brent Burns was drafted as a forward, converted to defenseman by Lemaire and then back to forward.

Completely different from Eddie.

 

[Reverend Mayhem]

Bieksa would make a much better forward.

 

[Seatoo]

He's looked pretty bad at Forward when given the opportunities previously

It's not like at this point it's going to get any worse right?

 

[ShouldveDraftedFiala]

Too bad he skates as slow as molasse.

Seriously how would anyone consider Edler a forward? What the...