Tidbits: Eriksson Ek vs Kunin
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I've got to think JEE has the best chance. He's bigger, faster, and smarter than last year and has what like 15 games or so under his belt?
I think JEE will be a force on this team in the next three years. And Kunin too. That guy made turn into a 1st line motor. There's not a doubt in my mind he's NHL material. At the worst he's a 3rd line motor with a great shot. The thing that I and many people like most about him is his leadership and lead by example tenacity.
I think JEE will be a force on this team in the next three years. And Kunin too. That guy made turn into a 1st line motor. There's not a doubt in my mind he's NHL material. At the worst he's a 3rd line motor with a great shot. The thing that I and many people like most about him is his leadership and lead by example tenacity.
Wel, it would be nice if we could've seen Kunin in more pre season games so we could actually make a decision based on, you know, reality.
Gotta be Ek. He's got the size, wheels, and plays a position of need.
Kunin looks to be tough enough to play NHL, but it's too soon to see if he has enough speed and talent to be effective up here. It looked like he was trying to impress the brass with his physical play and " want to" in the brief viewings I had of him. That's great, but we don't need another grinder. I want him to be finding spots on the ice where he can use his offensive talent.
Gotta be Ek. He's got the size, wheels, and plays a position of need.
Kunin looks to be tough enough to play NHL, but it's too soon to see if he has enough speed and talent to be effective up here. It looked like he was trying to impress the brass with his physical play and " want to" in the brief viewings I had of him. That's great, but we don't need another grinder. I want him to be finding spots on the ice where he can use his offensive talent.
Dakota Sioux
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JEE based on his play last year and the prospect tournament. I think he's done a bit more to "earn" it to this point, so unless he really stinks it up the last 2 preseason games he's a lock. Kunin has made a much stronger run at the spot than I ever expected though and honestly might even deserve it but he hasn't put in enough time yet to really justify putting him ahead.
DANOZ28
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i dont think kunin will start on the big club however if ennis or parise get injured i'd rather have kunin than winnik or others
I don't think Parise has much to do with it. Ennis will take his spot up the lineup if he can't go.
I think for cap reasons alone one of Ek or Kunin will start in Iowa, most likely Kunin.
Kunin will get a call at some point later in the season if/when injuries happen.
Send them both to Iowa and sign Winnik. Start saving up the cap space now for the TDL/bonuses.
I've only seen Kunin play this preseason, so I can't compare how they looked on ice.
I've only seen Kunin play this preseason, so I can't compare how they looked on ice.
This is what I'm starting to think might happen, mostly because of the comments that Bruce wants Winnik.
gphr513
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Except Ek is being given a legit shot at the 3rd line center position so Coyle can stay on RW if he can hold it. IF Ek plays well enough for it, Winnik signing won't affect Ek. I would guess it may or may not make Stewart expendable instead.
Dr Jan Itor
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Yes. I'm not a fan of Ennis, but he and Foligno have played well in the preseason (the little that I saw). It requires everyone being healthy (questionable) to send both JEE and Kunin to Iowa. Plus I think the two of them will push each other (and the Iowa team) to be better,
Q9 is at a disadvantage since Ek has played in the NHL already. He will get at least 9 games throughout the season. I can almost guarantee that.
I would imagine he'll get a lot more than 9 games. He might not start game 1 but he'll probably be the first injury callup, or if guys are struggling and get sat a game. Plus I wouldn't be surprised if Bruce sends JEE down from time to time in order to give Kunin more of a shot. Might as well make use of the waiver exemption while you still can.
BagHead
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Over the course of a long season, I think Eriksson Ek has the edge, due to having played pro for years, and having seen actual game time (including playoffs) in the NHL. He "knows the beast" already, while Kunin does not. That said, I think Kunin is nearly a lock to make it onto the opening night roster, and probably will get at least 9 games this year. It's hard to keep guys with good skill and tireless work ethic down for long.
Tuch burned a year off of his ELC last year. It was also his 20yo season so a slide isn't available anyways.
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