Player Discussion: PLD

[Daximus]

Take a look at the trade rumours board for some good unbiased opinions on the trade. The majority of people seem to think Winnipeg got better today.

This by getting rid of two players who were never going to sign here long term anyway. I’m really excited for Dubois to join the team. He adds grit and two-way ability to the top six, while having a lot of skill as well.

Speed too. Kid can put on the burners. What he did to the Leafs in last years playoffs is a testament to that.

 

[Buffdog]

Is 18 his number? I wonder how that looks with little still technically not retired, although not likely to return.

 

[nobody imp0rtant]

I'm happy we got Dubois. Probably the only Laine trade proposal I've seen that wasn't going to piss me off. Obviously, something went very wrong in Columbus, and we may never know what that was. Expecting every 22 year old to be able to just shrug it off and play hard and be patient waiting for a trade may not be a realistic expectation. And honestly, that supposed zero effort shift didn't look any worse than some of the shifts Laine has had in the past that got him roasted on this board.

Dubois is a big talented centre with 1C potential. How about we just hope for the best at this point?

 

[Daximus]

I'm happy we got Dubois. Probably the only Laine trade proposal I've seen that wasn't going to piss me off. Obviously, something went very wrong in Columbus, and we may never know what that was. Expecting every 22 year old to be able to just shrug it off and play hard and be patient waiting for a trade may not be a realistic expectation. And honestly, that supposed zero effort shift didn't look any worse than some of the shifts Laine has had in the past that got him roasted on this board.

Dubois is a big talented centre with 1C potential. How about we just hope for the best at this point?

Yeah it was literally one shift where he made a questionable play along the boards after being roasted by his coach in the media. I'm not holding that against him, especially given what he's done for CBJ so far. He was among their best players in last years playoffs. The effort is obviously there. The fact that he's excited about playing for Maurice just shows that the relationship between him and torts was dead.

 

[DudeWhereIsMakar]

I don't even know what teams are doing right now. But we might not see Dubois in action for two weeks, unless a loophole is made. But I expect him to head straight to Winnipeg to stay with his dad. Which honestly I believe he blows up when he debuts with us.

 

[Jet]

oooooh that got me excited. What a laser for a wristshot. Really nice hands in tight and strooong

 

[NikoEhlers]

Lets go Pierre, show us you belong here

 

[DRW204]

 

[Haringoth]

I think it possible that the PLD we get isn't as good defensivly as his reputation suggests (but still an upgrade) but is significantly more offensive than he has shown. Tortorella coaches a very defensive game that trades a lot of offense for defense.

 

[ryerockarola]

Speed too. Kid can put on the burners. What he did to the Leafs in last years playoffs is a testament to that.

Dubois did look good in the playoffs. I'm happy to welcome him aboard as a Jet.

 

[PaulPooley]

Ok, I’m on YouTube watching a clip containing all of PLD’s goals from last year.
I’m very excited now.

 

[scelaton]

The two major differences that are obvious to me are his two-way play and his quickness. He is much lighter on his feet than Laine.

 

[Hunter368]

The two major differences that are obvious to me are his two-way play and his quickness. He is much lighter on his feet than Laine.

Yup and his grit and peat type play at times will be fun to watch with his scoring and play driving

 

[cbcwpg]

Is 18 his number? I wonder how that looks with little still technically not retired, although not likely to return.

Jets need to make PLD wear #29. That way all people need to do is change the name bar.

 

[DRW204]

Ehlers and PLD together will be money. wish Laine was on the RW of course, but it is what it is.

 

[Hunter368]

Ehlers and PLD together will be money. wish Laine was on the RW of course, but it is what it is.

5vs5 two very good line drivers is going to be good defensively and offensively

 

[tntkid]

Jets need to make PLD were #29. That way all people need to do is change the name bar.

Don't put Dubois on your Jets jersey.

He won't be here long.

 

[Jetabre]

looking forward to what he can do as a Jet.

 

[DudeWhereIsMakar]

Wondering what his number will be, or if Little being on the LTIR he lets him wear 18.

I also question this trade in terms of Mark Chipman's connections, as his father Eric is in the Jets organization as an assistant coach for the Manitoba Moose. Chipman tends to only build off connections.

 

[DRW204]

murat's 2 cents

 

[Daximus]

Don't put Dubois on your Jets jersey.

He won't be here long.

Dude, sleep on it.

 

[RustyCat]

Welcome PLD. Team wanted a 2C for the longest time and Chevy went and got the team a 1B, and folks are upset at the return. What did you expect to give up for a 2C/1B? The Jets are going to be very hard to play against up the middle and that is awesome.

He instantly changes the face of the Jets and I think he will absolutely blossom here. I liked Laine but in order to fill the gap we had to give up a good asset. So be it, that is business. Now lets play hockey.

 

[snowkiddin]

He’s no Laine, but he’ll do. Pls sign long-term

 

[puck stoppa]

He’s no Laine, but he’ll do. Pls sign long-term

I’m sure with his dad on staff they know if he’s interested.
This kid will surprise people. He’s an excellent centre that drives play. Great player who’s 6’3 and 22 years old. Can’t wait.

 

[snowkiddin]

I’m sure with his dad on staff they know if he’s interested.
This kid will surprise people. He’s an excellent centre that drives play. Great player who’s 6’3 and 22 years old. Can’t wait.

Yeah, I’m hoping he’s turned a corner. Right now, his career high of 61 points while being meh defensively is very concerning. But I believe since about last January he’s been playing on another level similar to when Scheifele broke out.