NOA
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Wainman was obvious to be moved. 1999 who really is only a 4/5 guy in this league. More like a 5/6 guy.The Otters have made Wainman and Timmermans available for trade and they're not on the regular season roster, this gets the team down to 7 D. Wainman I could see fetching a mid round pick for a team that needs a decent '99, Timmermans may end up getting waived.
I'm guessing the D going into the season will be:
Martin-Beamish
Duff-Drysdale
Henry-Kischnick
Gillard
Bit of a youth movement but I'm glad they're doing it. They'll reap the benefits next season with all of these guys eligible to return and only Martin will be an OA.
Drysdale is elite and has made his impact known. Yes he’s 16 but the kid has a mature nature about him along with top level skating and hockey IQ. Hartsburg noted he is ready now to play top 4 minutes and QB a power play. Erie should throw him in the ring because it will only make him better next year.
We knew they would move a 2000 out. Just had too many at that age group. Duff and Henry the big bodies that I don’t think you can let go .. especially Duff. And Beamish already above Timmermans for skill level. So it’s a tough spot and Timmermans is a great kid .. didn’t want to see him go. I’m no expert but even I understand that the best defenders on this team when considering size/potential are Martin, Duff, Drysdale, Beamish, Henry. Kishnick/Gillard have the advantage with age. This is the right decision and I’m glad Brown saw it too