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[FLYguy3911]

you think it’s a legit chance of that?

York turning pro? Yeah, I think there is a chance. Fletcher historically has been pretty aggressive getting his 1st round picks signed. Now, (undersized) defensemen are a little different and most top guys recently have played 2 seasons of college hockey. His game is very advanced. The only question I think would have to be answered is if he's ready physically for the next level (skating/strength). I'm sure they'll use the WJCs as a measuring stick.

I don't really want him lingering around another year on a bland team. Michigan is getting some high end recruits potentially, but they'll be young. I would like to see him play a pro schedule next year with guys near his skill level. His skillset is kind of wasted on that current team. Conservatively, he can get top 4 minutes and PP1 time in LHV next year.

Maybe next year you can have 3 high end LHD prospects turn pro - Zamula, York, and Kalynuk. Best one takes over for Ghost when he's traded.

I had this exact conversation with someone a couple weeks ago. We both agreed Zamula is a better player than Myers. Zamula's composure and awareness is uncanny. We thought Myers was still more valuable because of the right-handed component, though.

Supply and demand is huge. Plus, we thought Myers would raise his play to, at worst, an acceptable level sooner or later.

These are always tough. I hate just bumping a guy above another because of handedness because I do think there is a chance Zamula would do just fine on his off side.

Myers is a tremendous individual talent. I really have no doubts, one-on-one, Myers would shine more than Zamula. He's a freak. We see flashes of brilliance now in the NHL. Zamula is just the more effective team player imo. His feel for the game is better. He's a phenomenal puck mover at his size. Myers' passing and playmaking will never approach Egor's and that is usually the separator for me. There is a reason why the Flyers give up a good chunk of the shot share when Myers is on the ice, despite his immense talent. I think Myers can be a very good Robin in the top 4. Zamula-Myers could be a hell of a pairing. I think Zamula has a chance to be a legit top 4, play driving defenseman though and Myers will be more partner dependent.

Either of them have experience playing their offside?

Zamula started last season on the right side. That also coincided with his pointless slump to start the season. He also has experience playing the right side with the National team because Russia only produces LHD. He played RD at the u18s and may do so again this year at the u20s. I think he could handle it. He's pretty good in tight spaces for a tall skater.

I vaguely remember York playing RD in his 16 year old season with the u18 team. Could be wrong there, but USNTDP usually cross trains their defensemen to play both sides. I don't remember him playing RD last year though. He has some of the slickest, softest hands you will find in a defenseman. I too, think he could handle it if asked to.

They'll probably just move Sanheim to the right side.

Pronman magically never sees anything in draft years but only afterwards.

And only at WJCs and Summer Showcases.

 

[deadhead]

I think at some point Fletcher is going to package one of his young LHD and some other assets for a young RHD.
AV really likes to balance his pairs.
If Zamula or York emerge, I could see Ghost or Sanheim as the centerpiece for that kind of deal, you have to give quality to get quality.
And a top young RHD (22-24 years old) would be expensive.

 

[VladDrag]

York turning pro? Yeah, I think there is a chance. Fletcher historically has been pretty aggressive getting his 1st round picks signed. Now, (undersized) defensemen are a little different and most top guys recently have played 2 seasons of college hockey. His game is very advanced. The only question I think would have to be answered is if he's ready physically for the next level (skating/strength). I'm sure they'll use the WJCs as a measuring stick.

I don't really want him lingering around another year on a bland team. Michigan is getting some high end recruits potentially, but they'll be young. I would like to see him play a pro schedule next year with guys near his skill level. His skillset is kind of wasted on that current team. Conservatively, he can get top 4 minutes and PP1 time in LHV next year.

Maybe next year you can have 3 high end LHD prospects turn pro - Zamula, York, and Kalynuk. Best one takes over for Ghost when he's traded.


These are always tough. I hate just bumping a guy above another because of handedness because I do think there is a chance Zamula would do just fine on his off side.

Myers is a tremendous individual talent. I really have no doubts, one-on-one, Myers would shine more than Zamula. He's a freak. We see flashes of brilliance now in the NHL. Zamula is just the more effective team player imo. His feel for the game is better. He's a phenomenal puck mover at his size. Myers' passing and playmaking will never approach Egor's and that is usually the separator for me. There is a reason why the Flyers give up a good chunk of the shot share when Myers is on the ice, despite his immense talent. I think Myers can be a very good Robin in the top 4. Zamula-Myers could be a hell of a pairing. I think Zamula has a chance to be a legit top 4, play driving defenseman tough and Myers will be more partner dependent.


Zamula started last season on the right side. That also coincided with his pointless slump to start the season. He also has experience playing the right side with the National team because Russia only produces LHD. He played RD at the u18s and may do so again this year at the u20s. I think he could handle it. He's pretty good in tight spaces for a tall skater.

I vaguely remember York playing RD in his 16 year old season with the u18 team. Could be wrong there, but USNTDP usually cross trains their defensemen to play both sides. I don't remember him playing RD last year though. He has some of the slickest, softest hands you will find in a defenseman. I too, think he could handle it if asked to.

They'll probably just move Sanheim to the right side.


And only at WJCs and Summer Showcases.

Thanks! Love the info you provide.

 

[Psuhockey]

I think at some point Fletcher is going to package one of his young LHD and some other assets for a young RHD.
AV really likes to balance his pairs.
If Zamula or York emerge, I could see Ghost or Sanheim as the centerpiece for that kind of deal, you have to give quality to get quality.
And a top young RHD (22-24 years old) would be expensive.

There is no need for that. He can just sign Seth Jones in 3 years.

 

[Stizzle]

 

[LegionOfDoom91]

Unsurprisingly Zamula named to Russia’s WJC camp roster.

 

[FLYguy3911]

These are always tough. I hate just bumping a guy above another because of handedness because I do think there is a chance Zamula would do just fine on his off side.

Myers is a tremendous individual talent. I really have no doubts, one-on-one, Myers would shine more than Zamula. He's a freak. We see flashes of brilliance now in the NHL. Zamula is just the more effective team player imo. His feel for the game is better. He's a phenomenal puck mover at his size. Myers' passing and playmaking will never approach Egor's and that is usually the separator for me. There is a reason why the Flyers give up a good chunk of the shot share when Myers is on the ice, despite his immense talent. I think Myers can be a very good Robin in the top 4. Zamula-Myers could be a hell of a pairing. I think Zamula has a chance to be a legit top 4, play driving defenseman though and Myers will be more partner dependent.

Just heard Keith Jones again double down that Myers will be a star. Sanheim maxes out as a 2, but likely a 3/4.

 

[NicolasAubeKubel]

Is Brink a lock for WJC?? If so, what kind of role will he play?

 

[FLYguy3911]

Is Brink a lock for WJC?? If so, what kind of role will he play?

Not a lock. Farabee in the NHL helps though. Could see him as a bottom 6/PP guy.

 

[LegionOfDoom91]

Tough to say with USA Hockey. I would guess Brink’s not a lock & could possibly be a 13th forward/PP specialist type of role if he does.

Not saying I necessarily agree but USA Hockey tends to get pretty role obsessed with their decisions.

 

[landsbergfan]

Would love it for the Phantoms if Hynes decided he would go back to the AHL

 

[flyers0909]

Don't go into the team USA WJC thread, Farabee is apparently on trending towards being on the roster due to his play lately.

 

[LegionOfDoom91]

Don't go into the team USA WJC thread, Farabee is apparently on trending towards being on the roster due to his play lately.

It’s that one guy who’s pretty much an idiot. He’s been looking for any reason to believe Farabee will available for a while now.

 

[FLYguy3911]

I think teams would be more inclined to release guys if the tournament was in NA.

 

[FLYguy3911]

On merit, Ginning probably shouldn't make that team. The European countries don't cut returnees though.

Looks like he made the team over Soderstrom. Lol.

 

[LegionOfDoom91]

Looks like he made the team over Soderstrom. Lol.

Seems like Sweden fans can’t wait until he ages out.

 

[FLYguy3911]

Seems like Sweden fans can’t wait until he ages out.

Missed it by 2 weeks.

Just a crime we were able to add an NHL lock with all of this international experience at pick 50 and pick up Zamula in the same year.

 

[landsbergfan]

Missed it by 2 weeks.

Just a crime we were able to add an NHL lock with all of this international experience at pick 50 and pick up Zamula in the same year.

at least we will likely have more gifs to post

 

[FLYguy3911]

at least we will likely have more gifs to post

Or the piece where his teammates chime in on who is most likely to ice the puck. Fingers crossed.

 

[TB87]

WHL Report – December 2019

 

[FLYguy3911]

He’s more than just as good as Woo. He’s much better.

They tried to make Woo the #1 too.

 

[DancingPanther]

Jett! Woo-oo-oo wooo-oo-oo wooo-oo-oo! Jett!

Was your father as bold as the sergeant major?
How come he told you that you were hardly old enough yet?
Jett, I thought the major was a lady suffragette!

Jett! Woo-oo-oo wooo-oo-oo wooo-oo-oo! Jett!

 

[Curufinwe]

Phantoms are down to 12 healthy forwards.

 

[royals119]

Phantoms are down to 12 healthy forwards.

Great :-(, my pessimistic ECHL fan side says Ralph Cuddemi will get a PTO and the Phantoms will either scratch him or play him 4 minutes a night on the fourth line.

He is on an ECHL contract and tearing it up right now. 19 goals, 13 assists in 22 games.

Plus, Wichita just took Jacob Graves as the future considerations on the Cuddemi trade, so it would be our typical luck to end up losing him the day after the trade is completed.

 

[Tripod]

Phantoms are down to 12 healthy forwards.

We should loan them Stewart then.