Hamilton Bulldogs 2019 Offseason Thread

[Helvigster]

well that was a waste... where's Broberg?

 

[ReLyT]

Broberg signed with Edmonton today, so Hamilton's chances went up a bunch today!

 

[Naz]

Can confirm the Swedish report that Philip Broberg will play next season for Skelleftea in Sweden, not OHL Hamilton.

 

[Rounder8]

Can confirm the Swedish report that Philip Broberg will play next season for Skelleftea in Sweden, not OHL Hamilton.

Well that sucks. Source?

Nevrmind, I found the article.

 

[Helvigster]

Can confirm the Swedish report that Philip Broberg will play next season for Skelleftea in Sweden, not OHL Hamilton.

oh well, his loss

 

[Hammer9001]

If anyone didn't get the survey in their mail, the city of Hamilton is sending out a survey to review their entertainment venues. I suggest at the end of the survey, implore the city to work with the Bulldogs regarding a new facility asap.

City of Hamilton Entertainment Venues Review

 

[HockeyPops]

 

[Renmar]

well that was a waste... where's Broberg?

Mysak can possibly come over to Hamilton during the season, they have a deal that if he will not have enough TOI in Litvinov they will let him go.

 

[Helvigster]

hasn't been any activity here in a while so I wanted to engage in a conversation. a few OHL teams have revealed their new logo/jerseys for the upcoming season, so what do you guys think Hamilton should do? Change the logo? (I hope not) Change the jerseys? Keep everything the same? Maybe something else?

 

[Hammer9001]

hasn't been any activity here in a while so I wanted to engage in a conversation. a few OHL teams have revealed their new logo/jerseys for the upcoming season, so what do you guys think Hamilton should do? Change the logo? (I hope not) Change the jerseys? Keep everything the same? Maybe something else?

At some point, the main jersey could use a color shuffle, just so it's not a carbon cut duplicate of Pittsburgh (although some people like that aspect). Changing up the stripe pattern couldn't hurt at some point. Also potentially doing a different era Tigers throwback, or former OHL tribute jersey.

I think for the most part though, the logo should remain the same. Having that connection to the AHL Bulldogs is a good thing in my eyes and is a reminder that the ownership is the same, but the slight color change saying "But we are different and are the OHL Bulldogs." and I also have to admit the shoulder logo is growing on me.

What I want more though is a strong message from the team and city that we are moving forward on the arena issues. That the lines have been checked and are good, and that we have a plan to replace the facility, or that we are sticking with it, if the Bulldogs have to find another option, so be it. Just make a clear announcement (and hopefully, it's the former).

 

[Helvigster]

DJ King has been traded to Saginaw for a 2021 2nd round pick and a 2022 4th round pick

Now I'm not saying DJ King needed to be traded, but I'm just glad that we won't see him taking penalties every single night in a Bulldogs uniform.

62 PIMS in 50 games, eugh...

 

[Rounder8]

DJ King has been traded to Saginaw for a 2021 2nd round pick and a 2022 4th round pick

Now I'm not saying DJ King needed to be traded, but I'm just glad that we won't see him taking penalties every single night in a Bulldogs uniform.

62 PIMS in 50 games, eugh...

I like this trade! That's a solid return for King.

 

[Helvigster]

I like this trade! That's a solid return for King.

it was. I didn't think we would get a second for him

Good job Staios!

 

[Helvigster]

Liam Stevens going to the OJHL

 

[Canadian Game]

With the OA situation and the amount of D Hamilton has, I’d expect to see at least one or two more moves.

Current OAs are: Jackson, Nurse, Ali, Landry, Wainman, and Donofrio.

Teams can start the year with 4, while only 3 can dress each night. Sometime around November (don’t know the exact date) teams can have no more than 3 OAs on the roster.

Unless a team is willing to overpay (like Guelph with Hanley last year), I think Landry and Nurse are important to the team, making them OA locks. After last season I don’t see why Donofrio would want to return. I believe he could be put on CHL waivers if Hamilton doesn't find a trade partner, or he could sign to another league. This would leave one more player who won’t return between Jackson, Ali, and Wainman. Based on the amount of other D Hamilton has (Gravelle, Jenkins, Landry, Nardi, Renwick, Supryka, Vescio, and prospects, I think Jackson is more likely to return and either Ali or Wainman will not. I also believe Staios will make another move to clear some roster spots on the blue line. If not traded, space could be made if Nardi and/or Vescio return to the OJHL.

 

[HockeyPops]

Ali

Rumour was he signed OJHL, although I never heard for which team. Can anyone confirm/deny?

 

[Canadian Game]

Rumour was he signed OJHL, although I never heard for which team. Can anyone confirm/deny?

Interesting. Hadn’t heard that but it wouldn’t surprise me if true.

 

[Dogsgottabite]

With the OA situation and the amount of D Hamilton has, I’d expect to see at least one or two more moves.

Current OAs are: Jackson, Nurse, Ali, Landry, Wainman, and Donofrio.

Teams can start the year with 4, while only 3 can dress each night. Sometime around November (don’t know the exact date) teams can have no more than 3 OAs on the roster.

Unless a team is willing to overpay (like Guelph with Hanley last year), I think Landry and Nurse are important to the team, making them OA locks. After last season I don’t see why Donofrio would want to return. I believe he could be put on CHL waivers if Hamilton doesn't find a trade partner, or he could sign to another league. This would leave one more player who won’t return between Jackson, Ali, and Wainman. Based on the amount of other D Hamilton has (Gravelle, Jenkins, Landry, Nardi, Renwick, Supryka, Vescio, and prospects, I think Jackson is more likely to return and either Ali or Wainman will not. I also believe Staios will make another move to clear some roster spots on the blue line. If not traded, space could be made if Nardi and/or Vescio return to the OJHL.

Jackson won't be back. Nurse Landry and Wainman would be my picks for now but I can see them upgrading Wainman.

 

[Canadian Game]

Jackson won't be back. Nurse Landry and Wainman would be my picks for now but I can see them upgrading Wainman.

Have you heard this somewhere, or is this who you'd like to see as the 3 OAs? Like I said, teams can still have 4 on the roster and dress 3 each game until around November. Wouldn't surprise me if we see all of those guys to start the season.

 

[Helvigster]

 

[digiblader]

Also to note--Matsos reassigned to associate coach, with Ron Wilson and Patrick Jarrett as assistant coaches.

 

[Helvigster]

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