Nathan Beaulieu

Habblues · Jan 14, 2013

I gotta say that I am shocked that the Habs aren`t taking a closer look at Beaulieu...I realize that this is not a regular training camp situation BUT, I watched the last two Bulldogs games on TV and I thought Beaulieu looked amazing. He has really improved since the beginning of the season. I had the pleasure of watching him play in St John NB during his junior days and this guy can move the puck big time. He looked like the best D man on the Dogs PP IMO (and St Denis looked great as well)).

Myron Gaines* · Jan 14, 2013

Tinordi has been more consistent and Commodore is there for the lulz.

Habblues · Jan 14, 2013

Myron Gaines said:
Tinordi has been more consistent and Commodore is there for the lulz.

OMG yes, you are so Right. Damn that kid can hit ! And I like how he moves the puck as well......I`m a huge fan of his as well.

FloJack · Jan 14, 2013

Habblues said:
OMG yes, you are so Right. Damn that kid can hit ! And I like how he moves the puck as well......I`m a huge fan of his as well.

What do you think of Tinordi?

Et le But · Jan 14, 2013

I don't understand why so many Habs fans dislike Beaulieu, he's not close to NHL ready but he's the most talented guy in the system behind Galchenyuk...he's still a bit of a risk but he's a net positive for Hamilton.

Habblues · Jan 14, 2013

Tusk said:
What do you think of Tinordi?

I was talking about Tinordi.....Man he can hit, and move the puck.....I`m a huge fan !
.

BlackStar · Jan 14, 2013

Tusk said:
What do you think of Tinordi?

I see what you did there.

Habblues · Jan 14, 2013

Et le But said:
I don't understand why so many Habs fans dislike Beaulieu, he's not close to NHL ready but he's the most talented guy in the system behind Galchenyuk...he's still a bit of a risk but he's a net positive for Hamilton.

Fans don`t like him ?? Really ? When I first saw him play, my first thought was, this guy is going to be better than Subban.........AND to tell you the truth, Nathan had a fantastic camp with the habs last year, and if i didn`t know better, i think that shook up Subban to start the season last year.

Myron Gaines* · Jan 14, 2013

I saw it too.

Habblues · Jan 14, 2013

Beaulieu IMO outplayed Subban at last yrs camp and looked as though he deserved to play in Montreal based on his pre season games. He was well poised and calm (not counting his 1st game which was understandable).

Myron Gaines* · Jan 15, 2013

Habblues said:
Beaulieu IMO outplayed Subban at last yrs camp and looked as though he deserved to play in Montreal based on his pre season games. He was well poised and calm (not counting his 1st game which was understandable).

He did impress, but he had glaring defensive holes in his game. He needs time, but the potential is there for sure.

Et le But · Jan 15, 2013

Habblues said:
Fans don`t like him ?? Really ? When I first saw him play, my first thought was, this guy is going to be better than Subban.........AND to tell you the truth, Nathan had a fantastic camp with the habs last year, and if i didn`t know better, i think that shook up Subban to start the season last year.

I saw a lot of comments when Tinordi was called up about how Beaulieu needs to be taught a lesson or something... I don't know why, I get he makes mistakes and is definitely not NHL ready, but he's playing up to my expectations, and I'm high on him.

poetryinmotion · Jan 15, 2013

The fact that he wasn't invited to camp isn't a slight to him at all. N'or does it mean that Tinordi is developing quicker. It's a numbers game and the Habs are stacked with PMD's so there is only an opening for a Hall Gill 2.0 position to fill and tehy are willing to see if Tinordi han handle NHL'ers yet or not.

Habblues · Jan 15, 2013

Myron Gaines said:
He did impress, but he had glaring defensive holes in his game. He needs time, but the potential is there for sure.

AS did PK...LOL

poetryinmotion said:
The fact that he wasn't invited to camp isn't a slight to him at all. N'or does it mean that Tinordi is developing quicker. It's a numbers game and the Habs are stacked with PMD's so there is only an opening for a Hall Gill 2.0 position to fill and tehy are willing to see if Tinordi han handle NHL'ers yet or not.

I agree 100%

Myron Gaines* · Jan 15, 2013

Habblues said:
AS did PK...LOL

At last years' camp? P.K came off an impressive rookie season in the NHL and dominated the AHL, something Beaulieu hasn't done yet. At 20, P.K. was way ahead of Beaulieu in his development too.

Dominated the AHL the year before his rookie season I meant.

Habblues · Jan 15, 2013

Myron Gaines said:
At last years' camp? P.K came off an impressive rookie season in the NHL and dominated the AHL, something Beaulieu hasn't done yet. At 20, P.K. was way ahead of Beaulieu in his development too.

Dominated the AHL the year before his rookie season I meant.

Last years was pk`s 2nd year. IMO he didn`t have a great camp.........And young Beaulieu looked like the better player.....I realize that would not have been logical to leave him Montreal but I think he deserves to be in camp this year.

Myron Gaines* · Jan 15, 2013

Habblues said:
Last years was pk`s 2nd year. IMO he didn`t have a great camp.........And young Beaulieu looked like the better player.....I realize that would not have been logical to leave him Montreal but I think he deserves to be in camp this year.

It's not surprising that some youngsters look more impressive than established players. Beaulieu could've been called up instead of Commodore, but I think that it wont hurt him not coming to training camp this year. Plus, I think management wanted Commodore in training camp for competition purposes.

hogtownhabsfan* · Jan 15, 2013

Let Beaulieu take his time and develop in the AHL. With Markov and Kaberle on the roster we can be patient.

BigNumber1Centre · Jan 15, 2013

It is said all the time, young defensemen take a bit longer to establish themselves in this league. Examples that come to mind are Hedman and our very own Subban. Our boys' time will come.

HankyZetts · Jan 15, 2013

Myron Gaines said:
At last years' camp? P.K came off an impressive rookie season in the NHL and dominated the AHL, something Beaulieu hasn't done yet. At 20, P.K. was way ahead of Beaulieu in his development too.

Dominated the AHL the year before his rookie season I meant.

This is Beaulieu's 19 year old season, so you'll have to wait until next year to make that statement.

NewHabsEra* · Jan 15, 2013

Habblues said:
Beaulieu IMO outplayed Subban at last yrs camp and looked as though he deserved to play in Montreal based on his pre season games. He was well poised and calm (not counting his 1st game which was understandable).

What???

Beaulieu had an impressive first exhibition game where he displayed his skills but his defensive weakness stood out as the camp progressed, there is no way he was better than Subban lol

poetryinmotion · Jan 15, 2013

Fact is Beaulieu was the stand out rookie at last year's camp on defense, and if the 'Dogs were worth a crap this year I think he might have had a Subban-lite AHL season because he is that good on the power play. Like previous posters pointed out though, next year will be way more telling and I'm all for leaving him down all season long.

Mike Mike Caron · Jan 15, 2013

Beaulieu has much to learn and is not ready for the camp, the org has watched every Dogs games.

vipergtx18* · Jan 15, 2013

first year of pro hockey, no need to rush him

vipergtx18* · Jan 15, 2013

and if camp were longer then a week and consisted of a pre-season he would be up there with a few more

Nathan Beaulieu

Registered User

Myron Gaines*

Guest

Registered User

Lurking and liking.

Registered User

Registered User

Registered User

Registered User

Myron Gaines*

Guest

Registered User

Myron Gaines*

Guest

Registered User

Registered User

Registered User

Myron Gaines*

Guest

Registered User

Myron Gaines*

Guest

hogtownhabsfan*

Guest

Registered User

Twi2ted

NewHabsEra*

Guest

Registered User

Registered User

vipergtx18*

Guest

vipergtx18*

Guest

Ad

Ad

Ad