I don't think Backlund has that much time left in Calgary to be honest. We're going to need to clear out the middle soon to let some of the kids in.
Or if he plays well this year should we not just deal Stajan?
Backlund impressed me last year, but I was close to considering him a bust before. He just wasn't getting it done before
I don't think Backlund has that much time left in Calgary to be honest. We're going to need to clear out the middle soon to let some of the kids in.
Hey guys, Oiler fan coming in peace aha... I've just got a question about Giordano, he's available in my keeper league to pick up and I think I'd rather him over a few guys how are left, those include Niskane, Salo, Zidlicy and Diaz. Anyways just wondering how he's looking so far and if you guys project him to score around 40? he has before so hoping he can again.
Hey guys, Oiler fan coming in peace aha... I've just got a question about Giordano, he's available in my keeper league to pick up and I think I'd rather him over a few guys how are left, those include Niskane, Salo, Zidlicy and Diaz. Anyways just wondering how he's looking so far and if you guys project him to score around 40? he has before so hoping he can again.
I don't think Backlund has that much time left in Calgary to be honest. We're going to need to clear out the middle soon to let some of the kids in.
To let some of the kids in? what is Backlund 40? He is one of the kids, and if he is better than them they don't deserve the spot. He has been excellent and has done absolutely everything that has been asked of him. He is a very servicable 2nd line center and would be an excellent 3rd line center if the have 2 more talented centers. He's creative with the puck, he battles hard in both ends of the ice, and he is excellent defensively, as well as blocking shots and playing on the PK. There is absolutely no reason to move him, especially when he is finally showing the player we hoped he would be when we drafted him. I see Backlund getting a mid length extension at the end of this season and possibly an A with the leadership he is showing on the ice, and by all sounds off the ice as well.
Agree, 100%. I think Backlund has really rounded his game and he's now hands down one of our most consistent and best players. I also don't think it will ever be a good idea to trade him, because due to his point totals, other teams will probably never offer fair value for him.
To let some of the kids in? what is Backlund 40? He is one of the kids, and if he is better than them they don't deserve the spot. He has been excellent and has done absolutely everything that has been asked of him. He is a very servicable 2nd line center and would be an excellent 3rd line center if the have 2 more talented centers. He's creative with the puck, he battles hard in both ends of the ice, and he is excellent defensively, as well as blocking shots and playing on the PK. There is absolutely no reason to move him, especially when he is finally showing the player we hoped he would be when we drafted him. I see Backlund getting a mid length extension at the end of this season and possibly an A with the leadership he is showing on the ice, and by all sounds off the ice as well.
Would you say his game is comparable to an Antoine Vermette? Well rounded 35-45 point center. How's he done on faceoffs this year? Glad to see him finally solidify a spot, Flames' C depth is starting to look stacked for the near future. I'll admit that I'm a total Monahan fanboy, he seriously reminds me of Toews (coming from someone who would take Toews over everyone sans a healthy Crosby - your team's future is looking as bight an any).
To be fair he's stepped it up a lot this year and I posted that comment before the season started. On the other hand though, would you rather have Backlund + some prospect or a decent young d-man who might have top pairing potential?
Anyone remember when Steve Smith was captain?
I was hooked on the Flames when Lanny, Pepper and Timmy Hunter were co-captains.