Player Discussion Matthew Peca: Pecachu (12/12/19: Out 6 Weeks)

[26Mats]

The premise of the argument was to play Plekanec over DLR so that Plekanec could fetch a 2nd at the deadline. But I don't think he will do that this year. So THAT discussion is pretty much moot.

As for DLR he is only 23, same age as Danault before he became a regular NHLer for us. He has a great shot and needs to start using it more. His potential is third liner, not 4th. I see no reason in a developing year for the team to not give him a chance before Plekanec!

Because YOU don't see Plekanec fetching a 2nd doesn't mean he won't in fact fetch a 2nd. Did you see Plekanec fetching a 2nd last season?

At any rate, if you look back through this thread, you'll see I said DLR should first get a real good look over Plekanec. And, only after that, if he's really bad and dragging down his linemates offensively - remember there will be one or two offensive young players playing on his wings that also need to develop - do you turn to Plekanec and hope to get a 2nd.

At any rate the real reason this discussion is moot is because Julien loves Plekanec. I don't see it being a Pleks vs. DLR situation. Pleks will be in and DLR will have to beat someone else out.

 

[BaseballCoach]

Because YOU don't see Plekanec fetching a 2nd doesn't mean he won't in fact fetch a 2nd. Did you see Plekanec fetching a 2nd last season.

Yes.

 

[DramaticGloveSave]

To put it simply, Peca looks amazing. I know it's hard to get excited about a tiny left handed shot in his mid-twenties, but I think we've got ourselves a gem here. He's only getting overlooked because folks are focusing on the kids, but once the season rolls around, I expect Peca to have a great year for us.

 

[26Mats]

Yes.

So how is it impossible that he'll fetch a 2nd this year?

 

[Scintillating10]

To put it simply, Peca looks amazing. I know it's hard to get excited about a tiny left handed shot in his mid-twenties, but I think we've got ourselves a gem here. He's only getting overlooked because folks are focusing on the kids, but once the season rolls around, I expect Peca to have a great year for us.

Good to hear. I never had chance to watch any preseason games this year. Bergevin's strength is finding these kind of players. A Byron or Dale Weise.

 

[KKWG11]

Peca day to day with groin... If he ends up on IR does kotkaniemi get a couple games?? Groins arent something to rush but does give habs excuse to keep him... As much as Id prefer to see him go back overseas

 

[Andrei79]

He's been much better on the wing.

What impressed me most were his reads and deception. Hadn't seen that part of his game much but likely that at this point in his development, the added responsibilities at center might hinder him offensively rather than help him.

Great speed too obviously.

 

[WinterLion]

Kid played great tonight. He's gotta keep his feet moving.

 

[Scintillating10]

To put it simply, Peca looks amazing. I know it's hard to get excited about a tiny left handed shot in his mid-twenties, but I think we've got ourselves a gem here. He's only getting overlooked because folks are focusing on the kids, but once the season rolls around, I expect Peca to have a great year for us.

I thought the 4th line played well today. Hudon, Plekanec and Peca. When Shaw comes back who sits?

 

[DramaticGloveSave]

I thought the 4th line played well today. Hudon, Plekanec and Peca. When Shaw comes back who sits?

I’ve been back and forth on Peca but he played well. Shaw’s been playing well too, so not sure. Now that Plekanec has his 1000 games we should trade him lol

 

[Gaylord Q Tinkledink]

I thought the 4th line played well today. Hudon, Plekanec and Peca. When Shaw comes back who sits?

Flu could be going around the locker room, so maybe someone else has it, but I would just give Shaw 1 more game to make sure he's completely over it and let that game decide who comes out.

 

[GHJimmy]

DLR is kind of situation Kapanen was in, I think if he is surrounded with elite players like how Kapanen is in line with Matthews

 

[dackelljuneaubulis02]

He's been much better on the wing.

What impressed me most were his reads and deception. Hadn't seen that part of his game much but likely that at this point in his development, the added responsibilities at center might hinder him offensively rather than help him.

Great speed too obviously.

yeah I wondering if the switch to wing helped. Will be intriguing to see what we have in him.

 

[Deebs]

DLR is kind of situation Kapanen was in, I think if he is surrounded with elite players like how Kapanen is in line with Matthews

Guess not

 

[sergejean]

Not really impressed with Peca. I'd like to see more compete level from him. I would sit him out next game.

 

[BaseballCoach]

Not really impressed with Peca. I'd like to see more compete level from him. I would sit him out next game.

Too iffy in his own zone, reminds me of Desharnais but faster. Probably not as good a passer.

 

[LaP]

The only way Plekanec over DLR is better is if DLR really sucks and playing Plekanec gives us another 2nd at the trade deadline. At this point I would take a new 2nd round pick over DLR.

I highly doubt Plekanec will return a 2n d this year. It's very very unlikely. Maybe a late 3rd.

 

[LaP]

Because YOU don't see Plekanec fetching a 2nd doesn't mean he won't in fact fetch a 2nd. Did you see Plekanec fetching a 2nd last season?

At any rate, if you look back through this thread, you'll see I said DLR should first get a real good look over Plekanec. And, only after that, if he's really bad and dragging down his linemates offensively - remember there will be one or two offensive young players playing on his wings that also need to develop - do you turn to Plekanec and hope to get a 2nd.

At any rate the real reason this discussion is moot is because Julien loves Plekanec. I don't see it being a Pleks vs. DLR situation. Pleks will be in and DLR will have to beat someone else out.

When is the last time a 4th line player returned a 2nd at the deadline? Unless Plekanec can get his 3rd line center job back he is unlikely to fetch more than a late 3rd and it would be mostly based on his reputation. 4th liners usually return a 4th round pick at the deadline.

 

[MasterD]

Rather play him as top 6 C than Domi.

Lol?

 

[MasterD]

When is the last time a 4th line player returned a 2nd at the deadline? Unless Plekanec can get his 3rd line center job back he is unlikely to fetch more than a late 3rd and it would be mostly based on his reputation. 4th liners usually return a 4th round pick at the deadline.

Really? I'm under the impression that 4th liners aren't really traded for at the trade deadline...

 

[26Mats]

When is the last time a 4th line player returned a 2nd at the deadline? Unless Plekanec can get his 3rd line center job back he is unlikely to fetch more than a late 3rd and it would be mostly based on his reputation. 4th liners usually return a 4th round pick at the deadline.

Well he should have been on the 4th line last year for us. I was pleasantly surprised Julien had him on the 4th line and in the pressbox this year, didn't see that coming. It's what I wanted, but not what I thought Julien would do. In the end though, predictably, Julien chose Plekanec over DLR.

 

[Big Lurk]

Really? I'm under the impression that 4th liners aren't really traded for at the trade deadline...

?

Bergevin traded for like 20 during his tenure

 

[Tyson]

Is Peca a lock to remain in the starting 12? Does he warrant staying in the line up? He does bring speed but not much else

 

[habsgirl5000]

Is Peca a lock to remain in the starting 12

Lol, do we really have a better option?

 

[Belial]

Is Peca a lock to remain in the starting 12? Does he warrant staying in the line up? He does bring speed but not much else

Honestly, I think if Plekanec was healthy Peca would be on the wing or even out of the lineup.