Ottawa 67's 2018-19 Season Thread

[OMG67]

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While there is truth in what you say about losing players there is an argument that next years team will be as good as this year. The loss of players like Sasha will be hard but you would agree that he is the only real loss.

Our Defence is stacked for the next year or so. Rossi will replace Sasha and we can hope that Tonai has a breakout.

If not this is where trades can fill the other spots.

If you say that this is the year then you ut a team in a box.

My thought this could be a good year but also next year can be just as great if not better.

No you do not squander it but you also do not squander the future.

The long ball of this is that this team is built to be very entertaining and to bring fans to games for the next few years and further. The last thing they want to do is pull a Springer and sell everything for a shot this year. Fans in Ottawa only want winning teams

We JUST made the national ranking let's give it some time.

We also lose Felhaber and Hoefenmayer as well as the other two OA's we will probably acquire before the deadline. We also stand to lose Keating if he graduates this season which right now looks very possible if he stays at or near the top of the points leaderboard. So I question your prediction of only losing Chmelevski.

Try to go out next season and trade for a #2 centre and two top line wingers. Good luck.

This is the year. I'm not saying next year will be a bust but the foundation of the lineup is built for this year because of the lack of significant graduation after last season. We have enough assets next year to sell off Bahl for future picks and make a run with a team surrounding Tolnai if they so chose to do so.

 

[Generalsupdates]

We also lose Felhaber and Hoefenmayer as well as the other two OA's we will probably acquire before the deadline. We also stand to lose Keating if he graduates this season which right now looks very possible if he stays at or near the top of the points leaderboard. So I question your prediction of only losing Chmelevski.

Try to go out next season and trade for a #2 centre and two top line wingers. Good luck.

This is the year. I'm not saying next year will be a bust but the foundation of the lineup is built for this year because of the lack of significant graduation after last season. We have enough assets next year to sell off Bahl for future picks and make a run with a team surrounding Tolnai if they so chose to do so.

Kody Clark just signed, so this will also be his last year in the OHL

 

[ETA 2000 Fan]

Kody Clark has 4 points in 14 games, is a -6 and has played himself into a bottom-6 role with the 67's. Perhaps this signing will give him a boost but, if not, it's not a big hole to fill next year.

 

[OMG67]

Kody Clark has 4 points in 14 games, is a -6 and has played himself into a bottom-6 role with the 67's. Perhaps this signing will give him a boost but, if not, it's not a big hole to fill next year.

Clark had three good months last year....the end. He isn't really even an OA possibility if he keeps up his play from the last 10 months. If he could be used as trade bate, I'd do it.

 

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[OMG67]

Over on the Windsor Forum they are talking about DiPietro breaking the Career Wins record for a spitfire. I believe he needs one more. After that, they could see him dealt.

I am not too sure I would make that move right now. I do want the 67’s to trade for him but I am starting to think giving Andre the extra couple months as the starter would really help his overall experience and development.

The other reason is I think if they wait until the deadline, they will get a better sense of what is out there for trade and the prices associated with those players. They have a lot of trade capital and although I do want DiPietro to be the starter in January after the WJHC, I think it would be smart to see what else is available and whether other assets may be acquired cheaper and have a bigger impact.

 

[nelli27]

Anyone else think Tolnai will not be a 67 come January? I can see him being dealt to land a big fish for your playoff run. It would be nice if you could keep him and just rely on your boatload of picks to upgrade. Regardless, enjoy the ride!

 

[OMG67]

Anyone else think Tolnai will not be a 67 come January? I can see him being dealt to land a big fish for your playoff run. It would be nice if you could keep him and just rely on your boatload of picks to upgrade. Regardless, enjoy the ride!

I highly doubt he moves. With so many picks we should be able to upgrade any position. Let's say I would be surprised.

Based on the standings to date, not one team really stands out that needs to be caught. We've seen so many seasons where teams play the big catch up game but this year I don't see it. I think most teams will upgrade on the cheap as opposed to go all in.

 

[Tarantula]

Ottawa looks like a good bet to be on the top of the food chain as it is in the East, let alone how they maneuver going on.

 

[dirty12]

I highly doubt he moves. With so many picks we should be able to upgrade any position. Let's say I would be surprised.

Based on the standings to date, not one team really stands out that needs to be caught. We've seen so many seasons where teams play the big catch up game but this year I don't see it. I think most teams will upgrade on the cheap as opposed to go all in.

That could happen. I thought that could happen last season.
I think Niagara & Guelph will spend what they can.
Ottawa, Oshawa, London, & Saginaw don’t ‘have’ to go all-in this year; but, might want to take advantage of having some of the best young players and all of the pick surplus among the better teams.

 

[OMG67]

That could happen. I thought that could happen last season.
I think Niagara & Guelph will spend what they can.
Ottawa, Oshawa, London, & Saginaw don’t ‘have’ to go all-in this year; but, might want to take advantage of having some of the best young players and all of the pick surplus among the better teams.

It really is a little too early to say. The problem right now is neither Oshawa nor Niagara are living up to the pre-season hype. London is also not living up to their hype in the West. None of them are tanking but they are only above average right now. If that continues to trend, they will have some tough decisions to make, The standings are a little confusing from that perspective.

Ottawa is doing well but it’s not like they are on pace for a 12 loss season either. We should get a better picture of what is really going on soon. I think a lot of GM’s may be sitting back and waiting for the first shoe to drop.

 

[dirty12]

Yeah, it’s early. The first big statement trade generally occurs late November. I was just responding to your post of seeing teams buying light this season. I see Guelph, Saginaw, Niagara, & Oshawa as already showing their intention is to be in. With London & Ottawa at least playing a part in how much teams spend. I think there will be lots of big names and picks moved by the trade deadline

 

[beastintheeast]

With the pics we have i would think that trading a body anybody would be a mistake. Then again if we get one we do have to let one go.

DiPietro would be a nice trade if the price is right however, we seem to be doing good with what we have and I really cannot see moving Andree to no games when he is this hot and the team plays for him.

This team does not need a DiPietro as much as it needs an older player that has postseason experience. Villardi would not be a bad trade even if it is just for his rights. The Kings may look at that is the best fit for him after he gets healthy.

 

[OMG67]

With the pics we have i would think that trading a body anybody would be a mistake. Then again if we get one we do have to let one go.

DiPietro would be a nice trade if the price is right however, we seem to be doing good with what we have and I really cannot see moving Andree to no games when he is this hot and the team plays for him.

This team does not need a DiPietro as much as it needs an older player that has postseason experience. Villardi would not be a bad trade even if it is just for his rights. The Kings may look at that is the best fit for him after he gets healthy.

If Villardi is healthy, he will command a kings ransom...even if heavy considerations are added that detail number of games he plays etc.

 

[Generalsupdates]

If Villardi is healthy, he will command a kings ransom...even if heavy considerations are added that detail number of games he plays etc.

With him being maybe the best player in the OHL once he's back, KGN will likely trade him to whoever would be willing to do the trade without those conditionals (or as few as possible)

 

[OMG67]

With him being maybe the best player in the OHL once he's back, KGN will likely trade him to whoever would be willing to do the trade without those conditionals (or as few as possible)

It’s going to depend solely on health and when he is back. This could easily turn into a Josh Donaldson situation. If he comes back just before deadline or projects to return slightly after the deadline, Conditionals may be a significant part of any deal. If he plays in the WJHC and does well, the sky is the limit. You are correct in saying he is the top player in the league or at least the top forward, that is for certain in my mind.

I would have to predict a team that is a little more desperate for in impact punch to take the chance. I can’t see a team like Ottawa splurging on that type of player with that much risk without covering their butt with conditionals.

 

[Generalsupdates]

It’s going to depend solely on health and when he is back. This could easily turn into a Josh Donaldson situation. If he comes back just before deadline or projects to return slightly after the deadline, Conditionals may be a significant part of any deal. If he plays in the WJHC and does well, the sky is the limit. You are correct in saying he is the top player in the league or at least the top forward, that is for certain in my mind.

I would have to predict a team that is a little more desperate for in impact punch to take the chance. I can’t see a team like Ottawa splurging on that type of player with that much risk without covering their butt with conditionals.

Gens are in a similar boat, can't see them going after one of the elite rentals this year. More 2 year guys like the Vallati trade. Or less expensive rentals

 

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[1967]

I would say that he would be more then enough to complete our need for a top player for Sasha.
I would do a deal as I really do believe in Andree’s ability with such a strong team in front of him.
We could also seek a strong d man closer to the deadline.

 

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[OMG67]

I would say that he would be more then enough to complete our need for a top player for Sasha.
I would do a deal as I really do believe in Andree’s ability with such a strong team in front of him.
We could also seek a strong d man closer to the deadline.

Bidding on Robertson will start at three 2nds and three 3rds.

I’m not saying he isn’t worth it. I just think there is a two 2nd round pick OA’s that may fit nicely.

 

[beastintheeast]

I think many teams are going to bid. One thing that has to be taken into consideration though for East teams is that you do not want to make Kingston too strong.

I would hold off on him and see to me he is a good player BUT is he the top talent available. I am not sure he is even selected to the WJC camp is he

Personally, I would be more interested ina conditional trade for Vilardi. It looks like he is going to start to practice with the Kings soon. I would expect that they will want to practice him hard before sending him anywhere so would expect him to skate with the team until close to WJC and then the Kings will make a decision on what to do.

there is a greater upside to him than to Robertson

 

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Bidding on Robertson will start at three 2nds and three 3rds.

I’m not saying he isn’t worth it. I just think there is a two 2nd round pick OA’s that may fit nicely.

I think Kingston would also want an '02 or '01 player in return.

 

[LDN]