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LOL.....oh for sure!So basically what EVERYONE on here is saying is that the Rangers will maybe consider a trade for Merkley?!
LOL.....oh for sure!So basically what EVERYONE on here is saying is that the Rangers will maybe consider a trade for Merkley?!
I mean, the Rangers are all about class and respect for the organization/teammates. I can’t see the fit with someone who has none. (This may be harsh, but if you’ve watched him more then a couple times then...)
Funny, the Petes enjoyed some “Steve Downie time” as well before trading him to the Rangers. So really, the precedent has already been set!They did trade for one Steve Downie many years ago, but you're right. I don't see MM going this route.
Downie was a loose cannon. He walked the line but sometimes went over it. But at the end of the day he was a winner and knew how to win. He had me shaking my head some nights, but I had no problem with him being a Ranger.
If you'll remember, if not for injuries, and to a lesser extent goaltending, we get to the OHL final that year and beyond. Downie was a huge part of that team and certainly not a liability. He was our leader in fact. He put up around 3 points per game in the playoffs here.
The winner of that Plymouth/Kitchener series was destined to win the conference and be the favourite to win the championship.
I take issue with the Merkley / Downie comparison.
The Petes received Yves Bastien and three 2nds for a half year of Downie, so let’s go with Stepien three 2nds and two 3rds for a full year of Merkley. The Petes will throw in a season’s supply of Advil for the coaching staff as well as all STH.
How does that sound?
I take issue with the Merkley / Downie comparison.
And many of us will remember Downie standing at blueline center for the entire warmup and staring at the opposition's goalie. He was a different sort no doubt but he played to win. And he certainly racked up the points. 17 games reg season 9 playoff gamesIf you can get the Knights to take Merkley, we may well hold a Pete's appreciation night at the Aud whenever he plays here
Downie was gritty and didn't take any crap but he racked up points while here. Different days ... we had Duco, Soso, Kindl and even a young Mascioli keeping the opposition on their toes back then under PD's capable tutelage.
And many of us will remember Downie standing at blueline center for the entire warmup and staring at the opposition's goalie. He was a different sort no doubt but he played to win. And he certainly racked up the points. 17 games reg season 9 playoff games
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And the time he broke the penalty box door when he slammed it so he kept pushing it open before the play started and peeked out trying to get the refs attention. DeBoer seem to know how to keep Downey focused. When Phillie drafted him, it was obvious they looked at him as more of an enforcer and less as a hockey player who could put up points. He did have more success with Tampa and later, with the Avs on Landesgog's line.I still remember when he got ejected from a game and tossed stuff out the tunnel lol
When Phillie drafted him, it was obvious they looked at him as more of an enforcer and less as a hockey player who could put up points. He did have more success with Tampa and later, with the Avs on Landesgog's line.
I watched Downey at the Ranger practices many times and even Deboer had trouble keeping a handle on him at times. His hockey IQ was quite high. He just marched to the beat of a distant drummer. If he could have stayed away from the penalty box he probably would have lead the league in scoring. He looked to use all his team mates when he had the puck on his stick.And the time he broke the penalty box door when he slammed it so he kept pushing it open before the play started and peeked out trying to get the refs attention. DeBoer seem to know how to keep Downey focused. When Phillie drafted him, it was obvious they looked at him as more of an enforcer and less as a hockey player who could put up points. He did have more success with Tampa and later, with the Avs on Landesgog's line.
What stood out for me was how he positioned himself and used leverage to retrieve and control the pucks along the boards. Regardless the size of the opponent he always came away with puck.I watched Downey at the Ranger practices many times and even Deboer had trouble keeping a handle on him at times. His hockey IQ was quite high. He just marched to the beat of a distant drummer. If he could have stayed away from the penalty box he probably would have lead the league in scoring. He looked to use all his team mates when he had the puck on his stick.
I hope we find out about if Meireless is coming back, or not, in time to add an OA of Hawell's calibre (if the price is right) or maybe bring McHugh back in if we could get him for a tiny bit less than we gave up. Our coaching staff/playing style seemed to get a lot more out of Nick last year than Missisauga.'s.
I hope we find out about if Meireless is coming back, or not, in time to add an OA of Hawell's calibre (if the price is right) or maybe bring McHugh back in if we could get him for a tiny bit less than we gave up. Our coaching staff/playing style seemed to get a lot more out of Nick last year than Missisauga.'s.
Neither do I, but unlike Yantsis, Meireless was drafted and has pro level skating and a solid defensive game that the Panthers could decide limited minutes and practicing in the AHL is an ok option, or ECHL depending on the needs and wants of both player and team (ie. if Florida didn't mind AHL/ECHL and Greg wanted it to earn a pay check).don’t see Meireles making the jump quite yet. similar to what people are saying about Yantsis. that substantial of a point increase you need another season to see if it’s legit
pre season roster posted on website. Fishman and Martin on it. Garreffa, Serpa, Gordon not on it. McDonnell listed as a RW
Read that too. Big loss and creates a bit of a hole in the lineup. Wouldn't count him out for the season yet, if he doesnt stick in pro's he can come back. Just have to trim down OAs at trade deadline. But if this is his path he is wanting to take, I dont anticipate him coming back.Josh brown just said Joey G isn’t Returning he’s trying to go pro