Speculation: Lundestrom vs k’andre miller

[Tactical Quack]

So in 2018 we took Lundy at 23 overall.

In a post first round interview with Martin madden he said they were going to take a defenseman who was taken just before their pick at 23

That defenseman was k’andre miller with the rangers as he was taken at 22

So the poll is would you rather have a shut down 3c or a top 4 physical pmd ?

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[Smirnov2Chistov]

Are you sure it was Miller exactly?

I always favor a defenseman, but I love Lundys game. He really improved this season. I think he has more untapped offense to him than what people give him credit for

 

[tomd]

I'd be more interested in thinking about this if Miller had gone 24th instead of 22nd. As it is, the Ducks didn't have a choice to draft him so it's a moot point with me.

 

[bsu]

With this logic I preferred Ehlers to Ritchie

 

[Boo Boo]

I wish we had a kandre Miller as well but I have no regrets about getting lundestrom from that draft. 3c is an incredibly important position in hockey and Lundy looks like he’ll be able to lock it down as a good one long term.

 

[Leonardo87]

Lundy will be critical when the Ducks are ready to compete again. A shutdown 3C who has 30-40 point potential. Think someone like a Anthony Cirelli for Tampa.

 

[Tactical Quack]

With this logic I preferred Ehlers to Ritchie

Cool but that wasn’t the question

 

[Dryish]

This is a dumb effing question. That being said, I'm still taking K'Andre Miller if given the choice.

 

[Hamilton Bulldogs]

Miller but it could be Lundestrom in a few years.

 

[Tactical Quack]

This is a dumb effing question. That being said, I'm still taking K'Andre Miller if given the choice.

Cry me a river but you still answered it so what does that make you?

 

[bsu]

Cry me a river but you still answered it so what does that make you?

With this logic I also preferred Crosby to Bobby Ryan.

 

[Frosted Tips]

Don't know enough of Miller to have an opinion but I don't get how this is a dumb question?

 

[FiveHoleTickler]

Don't know enough of Miller to have an opinion but I don't get how this is a dumb question?

Agree. Miller has stood out to me the few times I've seen him, but haven't formulated an opinion as of yet. I don't expect much more offense from Lundestrom, but he's a hell of a player and I'm glad we have him.

 

[cheesymc]

Lundy needs to show continued progression offensively and defensively, but right now I would think most teams would prefer Miller. Its more rare to find a 2 way dman with his size and skating.

 

[Tactical Quack]

I love it. With miller in the playoffs I thought it was an interesting question knowing what madden had said. Then you get your poster who decides to derail a logical question with a snark remark. Answer the question or move on

 

[The Mighty Duck Man]

I love it. With miller in the playoffs I thought it was an interesting question knowing what madden had said. Then you get your poster who decides to derail a logical question with a snark remark. Answer the question or move on

It's a bit of an odd question because there wasn't the option at the time, the Rangers went and got him. Just sort of boils down to were the Ducks unfortunate or not and it just doesn't remotely compare to other hypothetical of this nature in either direction. Which doesn't mean it isn't discussion worthy but people will gravitate towards that.

Having said that, I think the Ducks were probably unfortunate but it's so close and so early that I really don't know. Either way I suspect the Ducks won't be too heartbroken over what transpired.

 

[IDuck]

in general? a top4 PMD always

this team RIGHT NOW? a top 4 PMD

now miller vs lundestrom right now with what they have shown? probably miller but i do agree that i think lundy is still improving and i think has the ability play a more offensive game and thrive if given the chance.

 

[Leonardo87]

Can easily see the Ducks drafting a K’Andre Miller type within the next 2 years. He’s not Adam Fox, but I can see Drysdale getting somewhat close to Fox’s level, his skating will help him make up other aspects of Fox’s game. Even if Fox is and will be the better D.

Rangers D works because they compliment each-other well. Outside of Fox they are not elite or even high-end, but they are solid and are a reliable Top 4.

Ducks need to get those complementary D partners and they don’t need to be superstars just better than a bottom pairing. Once the Ducks Top 4 D is solid can start turning the page and being to compete again within 2-3 years.

Miller is a big physical D with a long reach and offensive potential. He’d do wonders if he was Drysdale’s partner. Just have to hope they can get that big physical partner for him.

 

[FiveHoleTickler]

The more I see of Miller the more I am impressed. Kid has a bright future ahead of him.

 

[Duck Off]

I like Lundy, but the answer here is easily Miller for me.