Former Ducks thread

[Dr Johnny Fever]

He probably hurt his back picking up his wallet after the new deal was signed.

 

[snarktacular]

My alternate joke was "carrying all that future money is hard work."

 

[SoCalHockey]

http://video.tsn.ca/?dl=main/latest/1/0/1002372/clip/0#main/latest

Pretty big compliment to Getzlaf from Ryan.. The media wanted Ryan to compare Spezza to Getzlaf and Ryan pretty much says Getzy is the best play making center he has seen. If you read between the lines (at least I think) it seems that Ryan thinks Getzy is better than Spez. Which is not to say that doesn't change. Ryan is clearly high on Getzy.

 

[Paul4587]

http://video.tsn.ca/?dl=main/latest/1/0/1002372/clip/0#main/latest

Pretty big compliment to Getzlaf from Ryan.. The media wanted Ryan to compare Spezza to Getzlaf and Ryan pretty much says Getzy is the best play making center he has seen. If you read between the lines (at least I think) it seems that Ryan thinks Getzy is better than Spez. Which is not to say that doesn't change. Ryan is clearly high on Getzy.

Ryan is right if he does think that. Outside of 2011-12 Getzlaf has been far superior to Spezza ever since the 2007 finals. I think Ryan would have worked out a lot better here if Perry wasn't around and he was Getzlaf's go to guy.

 

[SoCalHockey]

Ryan is right if he does think that. Outside of 2011-12 Getzlaf has been far superior to Spezza ever since the 2007 finals. I think Ryan would have worked out a lot better here if Perry wasn't around and he was Getzlaf's go to guy.

I guess I'm surprised how easy it came out of his mouth with 15 reporters in his face. He didn't really hesitate to say his piece. We know Getzy is better than Spez, but in most cases players will shy away from saying their former center was better (albeit in a round about way) and instead just praise how good their current center is and how much better that center will make them lol.

 

[Dr Johnny Fever]

I guess I'm surprised how easy it came out of his mouth with 15 reporters in his face. He didn't really hesitate to say his piece. We know Getzy is better than Spez, but in most cases players will shy away from saying their former center was better (albeit in a round about way) and instead just praise how good their current center is and how much better that center will make them lol.

Shades of his comments about Philly that started all the hub-bub. Giving an honest answer that wasn't thought through before speaking.

 

[Ducks DVM]

Getzlaf is pretty clearly a much better playmaker, however anyone being honest will admit Spezza is a much better goal scorer. That may be mainly due to willingness to shoot, but regardless I don't see Getzlaf ever having multiple 30+G years.

 

[Paul4587]

Getzlaf is pretty clearly a much better playmaker, however anyone being honest will admit Spezza is a much better goal scorer. That may be mainly due to willingness to shoot, but regardless I don't see Getzlaf ever having multiple 30+G years.

Absolutely he's a better goal scorer but Getzlaf is as you said a better playmaker and a better offensive player in general. When you factor in his physical ability and defensive play on top of that Getzlaf is quite clearly ahead.

 

[Ducks DVM]

Absolutely he's a better goal scorer but Getzlaf is as you said a better playmaker and a better offensive player in general. When you factor in his physical ability and defensive play on top of that Getzlaf is quite clearly ahead.

No argument at all. It may mean Spezza is a better center for Ryan though.

 

[Paul4587]

No argument at all. It may mean Spezza is a better center for Ryan though.

Yeah he very well could be better for Ryan. I read on tsn.ca Ryan is starting on the left with Michalek on the right - I would be interested to see how Ryan fares on his natural side but if the report is correct he won't be there initially. It will be interesting to see how he does in a different environment with top PP time though.

 

[kducks]

McBackup lets in a softy...where have I seen this before?

 

[Elvs]

Hedstrom made his debute for Piteå today. I interviewed him after the game, and I made an odd discovery. He knew nothing about the Ducks 20th anniversary. It's odd because I met Jonas Ronnqvist a couple of months ago and he said he was going to be in Anaheim during the event. Why would they invite a player who played 38 games as a Mighty Duck, but not someone who played 83 games, plus three playoff games for the club?

 

[The Midnight Burrito]

Hedstrom made his debute for Piteå today. I interviewed him after the game, and I made an odd discovery. He knew nothing about the Ducks 20th anniversary. It's odd because I met Jonas Ronnqvist a couple of months ago and he said he was going to be in Anaheim during the event. Why would they invite a player who played 38 games as a Mighty Duck, but not someone who played 83 games, plus three playoff games for the club?

I can't imagine why they'd invite either one to a 20th anniversary celebration. Neither was around in '93, and neither made much of an impact on the club. In fact, didn't Hedstrom pull a Kjellberg and bail during the playoffs? Maybe that's why he's not invited.

 

[Elvs]

I can't imagine why they'd invite either one to a 20th anniversary celebration. Neither was around in '93, and neither made much of an impact on the club. In fact, didn't Hedstrom pull a Kjellberg and bail during the playoffs? Maybe that's why he's not invited.

I got an answer from Adam Brady already, he claims only players from the 93/94 season were invited. So actually, Ronnqvist wasn't invited either. I have no idea why he would say that he's going to Anaheim, unless he's just meeting up with some former teammates in private.

I thought it was strange if Ronnqvist was invited too. In that case every player to ever play for the franchise must have been, that would be hundreds. I wish all players who helped build the Mighty Ducks would be there though. Would have hoped to see Kariya, Rucchin, McDonald, Scotty etc etc back in the Pond again.

 

[The Midnight Burrito]

I got an answer from Adam Brady already, he claims only players from the 93/94 season were invited. So actually, Ronnqvist wasn't invited either. I have no idea why he would say that he's going to Anaheim, unless he's just meeting up with some former teammates in private.

I thought it was strange if Ronnqvist was invited too. In that case every player to ever play for the franchise must have been, that would be hundreds. I wish all players who helped build the Mighty Ducks would be there though. Would have hoped to see Kariya, Rucchin, McDonald, Scotty etc etc back in the Pond again.

Maybe we'll see some franchise icons at the stadium game. It's a bit early for that sort of thing; we're a fairly young franchise to have a "greats" game.

 

[Mr Rogers]

 

[Mr Rogers]

And he just scored, beautiful shot

 

[Benjamin]

Does this describe a typical game for Ryan? "Lazy, no impact and sweet goal"? because thats how he looked tonight.

Also, you guys likin' Silfver and Noesen?

 

[Mr Rogers]

Sounds familiar.

Silfverberg apparently has 2 goals in 2 scrimmage games, haven't heard much about Noesen

 

[The Midnight Burrito]

Does this describe a typical game for Ryan? "Lazy, no impact and sweet goal"? because thats how he looked tonight.

Yes.

And you can tell when Bobby's in one of his moods to play. He was going today.

 

[AngelDuck]

Does this describe a typical game for Ryan? "Lazy, no impact and sweet goal"? because thats how he looked tonight.

Also, you guys likin' Silfver and Noesen?

Don't expect to get more than 30-35 goals and 30-35 assists from Bobby.

Remember, he's played with great players on numerous occasions in his career (Getzlaf, Perry, Selanne), but he never was really able to get to that next level. I don't really expect that to change playing with Spezza and Michalek

 

[Paul4587]

Don't expect to get more than 30-35 goals and 30-35 assists from Bobby.

Remember, he's played with great players on numerous occasions in his career (Getzlaf, Perry, Selanne), but he never was really able to get to that next level. I don't really expect that to change playing with Spezza and Michalek

The only thing he might get a boost from is 1st PP unit time. But other than that I agree with you.

 

[Kalv]

Does this describe a typical game for Ryan? "Lazy, no impact and sweet goal"? because thats how he looked tonight.

Also, you guys likin' Silfver and Noesen?

With Penner on top line your 1st round pick is also looking good

 

[snarktacular]

Don't expect to get more than 30-35 goals and 30-35 assists from Bobby.

Remember, he's played with great players on numerous occasions in his career (Getzlaf, Perry, Selanne), but he never was really able to get to that next level. I don't really expect that to change playing with Spezza and Michalek

I think he'll score a decent a bit more. Partially due to PP time, like paul mentions. But also because of moving to the East. I think it'll suit his style more.

 

[bumperkisser]

i think ryan will play well in the eastern conference. more space for him and 1st PP time will really benefit him imo. i wouldn't eb surprised to see him at around 80 points if he plays all 82 games