Confirmed with Link: Leafs sign Grundstrom to ELC (see post #98)

[Avilaj07]

I can definitely see Grundstrom getting a call at some point this season. I can see him being the perfect Komorov replacement or possibly even on Matthews wing. He plays a heavy 200ft game and has the skill to put the puck in the back of the net.

 

[Walshy7]

I can definitely see Grundstrom getting a call at some point this season. I can see him being the perfect Komorov replacement or possibly even on Matthews wing. He plays a heavy 200ft game and has the skill to put the puck in the back of the net.

he was just playing for his SHL team before coming to this tournament im not sure if it was pre season games or the champions league but the fact he played some games there already I think he will return to sweden after this tournament

 

[LeafChief]

he was just playing for his SHL team before coming to this tournament im not sure if it was pre season games or the champions league but the fact he played some games there already I think he will return to sweden after this tournament

I believe that it's understood between the organizations that he is heading back to Sweden after this tournament (unless he possibly sticks around for camp?).

 

[blueberrie]

Care to back that up with any shred of proof? Where is all this "documentation" you speak of?

Its a stereotype.

?? There's a pretty clear difference between North American and European hockey. The NHL is way more physical and faster than SEL/NLA/FEL.

 

[7even]

He's a buzzsaw and I love it. Looking like a great pick at the end of the 2nd.

 

[one77]

Yeah I think he becomes an important top 6 guy.

Marleau/UFA - Matthews - Marner
Grundstrom - Nylander - Kapanen
Hyman - Kadri - Brown
Komarov - Moore - Martin

 

[bansheebeat]

I still want to see Grundstrom get a little stronger so he can be more Komarov and less Soshnikov. I think he's a little more reckless than Leo and is going to need the strength to play with that kind of intensity consistently. I think he'd really benefit from a year here in the AHL.

Is it common to come over and play the playoffs and then return to Europe? I thought that was generally a permanent move.

 

[Mayuu]

I still want to see Grundstrom get a little stronger so he can be more Komarov and less Soshnikov. I think he's a little more reckless than Leo and is going to need the strength to play with that kind of intensity consistently. I think he'd really benefit from a year here in the AHL.

Is it common to come over and play the playoffs and then return to Europe? I thought that was generally a permanent move.

It's not unheard of, but he's still "under contract" with Frölunda, that is if Toronto would release him he would default to Frölunda. Since he's drafted out of 1st round Frölunda can refuse to let him play in AHL (deal between SIHF and NHL).. so unless he makes the NHL rooster chances are small that he plays in the AHL (chance being he wants to play in the AHL like Tom Nilsson)

 

[bansheebeat]

It's not unheard of, but he's still "under contract" with Frölunda, that is if Toronto would release him he would default to Frölunda. Since he's drafted out of 1st round Frölunda can refuse to let him play in AHL (deal between SIHF and NHL).. so unless he makes the NHL rooster chances are small that he plays in the AHL (chance being he wants to play in the AHL like Tom Nilsson)

Thanks for the info. I suppose I'll just have to enjoy watching the Leafs and wait another season for him.

 

[mapleleaf979]

The inevitable happened today. I knew Babcock would love this player. I think he is above Kapanen in Babcocks mind. Babcock admires hard working players and Hyman, Brown and Soshnikov have heard his praises publicly. Quote from yesterday, Babcock goes out of his way to mention Grundstrom. Leafs need a Grundstrom type player on Marner's line. Marner has never had that element so far as a pro.

“(Carl) Grundstrom looks like a real hockey player to me,” Babcock said of the forward. “Every day he has the puck, every day he skates faster than everyone else. Every day he is more physical and every day he shoots the puck in the net.

“Pretty soon even a smart guy like me catches on and goes, ‘Hey, this guy might be alright.’

 

[zeke]

grundstrom does look damn good. fast, gritty, hands, confidence. another better option than hyman for the top line.

 

[BoredBrandonPridham]

grundstrom does look damn good. fast, gritty, hands, confidence. another better option than hyman for the top line.

I could see it.

 

[saltming]

grundstrom does look damn good. fast, gritty, hands, confidence. another better option than hyman for the top line.

Grundstrom like to cycle up high. That does not substitute the Hyman role. Hyman digs in the corner behind the net. Also Grundstrom looks to get his shot off, usually in the high slot, so if he's cruising around they how is he digging the puck out of the corner as Hyman would be doing?

 

[Mayuu]

If Grundström would manage to snatch a spot with leafs this year that's an impressive feat, he surely would be missed in Frölunda this year, as someone said earler he is a buzz saw!

 

[cookie]

Grundstrom like to cycle up high. That does not substitute the Hyman role. Hyman digs in the corner behind the net. Also Grundstrom looks to get his shot off, usually in the high slot, so if he's cruising around they how is he digging the puck out of the corner as Hyman would be doing?

But doesn't playing higher up open that much more room for cross-rink plays?

Personally, I see Grundstrom on the Kadri line, pushing Komarov to the 4th line with Moore and whomever. This should be a gradual transition...so who knows--Komarov and Grundstrom could very well play with one another.

In terms of on-ice performance, Komarov is the best defensive forward...so it's gonna be a little messy as the lineup takes form.

 

[A1LeafNation]

Hyman Matthews Brown
Marleau Kadri Komarov
JVR Bozak Marner
Grundstrom Nylander Kapanen

How do you stop that group.

 

[Man Bear Pig]

Hyman Matthews Brown
Marleau Kadri Komarov
JVR Bozak Marner
Grundstrom Nylander Kapanen

How do you stop that group.

Is every line playing 15 minutes a game?

 

[A1LeafNation]

Is every line playing 15 minutes a game?

They'd be fresh come playoff time...

Imagine playing 3 lines majority of a game to give one line and easy night from game to game.

 

[Walshy7]

But doesn't playing higher up open that much more room for cross-rink plays?

Personally, I see Grundstrom on the Kadri line, pushing Komarov to the 4th line with Moore and whomever. This should be a gradual transition...so who knows--Komarov and Grundstrom could very well play with one another.

In terms of on-ice performance, Komarov is the best defensive forward...so it's gonna be a little messy as the lineup takes form.

grundstrom wont make it this year, and if they think he will next year they wont sign komarov again. either way i dont think they resign komaorov anyway

 

[johnny_rudeboy]

grundstrom wont make it this year, and if they think he will next year they wont sign komarov again. either way i dont think they resign komaorov anyway

Grundstrom has clear NHL potential but as he showed last year in the SHL, he looses his edge once the seasons long grind kicks in. And that is only natural for young players.
And it would be mistake to let him play in the NHL this season. He must play one or two more seasons in either the SHL or AHL To get his strength and stamina up.

 

[AppsSyl]

He deserves to make the team. He should be on it. It is time we traded one or more of JVR, Bozak, Komarov. We have the depth up front to mitigate most of the loss in terms of offensive production, and other than Komarov, the replacements for JVR and Bozak would be a boost defensively.

 

[Johny Drama]

Is he still eligible for the world juniors?

 

[johnny_rudeboy]

Is he still eligible for the world juniors?

He turns 20 in December this year.

 

[Anthrax442]

LOL @ people thinking anyone is going to replace Hyman on top line. LOL.

 

[Walshy7]

He deserves to make the team. He should be on it. It is time we traded one or more of JVR, Bozak, Komarov. We have the depth up front to mitigate most of the loss in terms of offensive production, and other than Komarov, the replacements for JVR and Bozak would be a boost defensively.

I agree we should trade one or more of those 3 but im not sure Grundstrom deserves to be on the team yet he has played one OK pre season game. I think kapanen who played 6 really good playoff games deserves to be on the team, I also think leivo deserves a shot at decent run in the team but doesn't have a track record really. Grundstrom I think will be going back to the SHL IMO