SSM Greyhounds 2019-20 Season Thread (Part 2)

[SeaOfBlue]

I think that's extremely unlikely except for the Taylor trade. I highly doubt there will be any major moves in the offseason either. We're one of the league's top teams with Brkin. I think they hope for more of the same with Malik next year and leave things alone.

There won't be any major moves. The team is good this year, hence they acquire Stevenson to help out, but this team is going to have to go up against some teams that are really stacking up this year. If there are doubts about LeGuerrier's return next year, it would be a good idea to move him for some picks to use for next year.

And in the offseason, the most major trade would be to open up some room for some of the better 02/03's you have coming up and the 04' 1st rounder (at least). It wouldn't be any more drastic than moving a guy Carroll or Trott for picks.

 

[HockeyPops]

Looks like the west is going to continue to be a dogfight as none of the bubble teams sold off large. Here is an analysis based on the deadline moves (and expected moves) so far:

Guelph - 49pts
In - Has
Out - Phillips, Wickware
Guelph could probably sell off a few more big pieces and still not risk missing the playoffs.

Flint - 43pts
In - Yule, Piercey, Tucker
Out - Vierling
Flint added some significant pieces. At this stage I would be surprised if Flint missed the playoffs.

Owen Sound - 41pts
In - Struthers
Out - Groulx
Owen Sound has more or less stood pat. Will be fighting to stay ahead of Soo or Erie.

Sault Ste. Marie - 40 pts
In - Malik
Out - Taylor
The Soo will continue to battle with OS and Erie.

Erie - 40 pts
In - Sopa
Out -
Erie added a bit, but will continue to fight with OS and Soo.

Sarnia - 34 pts
In - Stratis
Out - Tabak, Kooy
At this stage, it doesn't look like Sarnia has added enough to get ahead of two of OS, Soo, Erie.

Edit: Added Martin Has.

 

[Fischhaber]

I tho we do nothing.. if we trade Taylor who is our backup untill Malik comes lol

They would probably bring up a guy like Dakota Meyer for a game or two.

 

[HF92]

It changed 1.5 years ago according to this article
OHL boss: Canadian net hopes will thrive after import ban lifted


If he indeed comes now, he will be drafted out of the O and not eligible for AHL at 19. Unless he is on loan. Lol.

It's not a loan. The deal is done he's ours.

 

[SeaOfBlue]

Looks like the west is going to continue to be a dogfight as none of the bubble teams sold off large. Here is an analysis based on the deadline moves (and expected moves) so far:

Guelph - 49pts
In -
Out - Phillips, Wickware
Guelph could probably sell off a few more big pieces and still not risk missing the playoffs.

Flint - 43pts
In - Yule, Piercey, Tucker
Out - Vierling
Flint added some significant pieces. At this stage I would be surprised if Flint missed the playoffs.

Owen Sound - 41pts
In - Struthers
Out - Groulx
Owen Sound has more or less stood pat. Will be fighting to stay ahead of Soo or Erie.

Sault Ste. Marie - 40 pts
In - Malik
Out - Taylor
The Soo will continue to battle with OS and Erie.

Erie - 40 pts
In - Sopa
Out -
Erie added a bit, but will continue to fight with OS and Soo.

Sarnia - 34 pts
In - Stratis
Out - Tabak, Kooy
At this stage, it doesn't look like Sarnia has added enough to get ahead of two of OS, Soo, Erie.

Guelph just added Has to their group as well.

 

[HF92]

My understanding is that first year imports can't be traded, but I don't know the exact rule.

As for the Hounds, I expect Taylor to be traded for a pick today. Otherwise, I don't expect any moves. Everyone is happy here and that makes it easy for Raftis.

He played his one game ( Hugo )

 

[Fischhaber]

Saginaw gets Ryan Suzuki in an incredibly lopsided deal. It's hard to understand what they are thinking, but I would have given up Holmes, an excess forward, and a couple of 2nds for Suzuki. That's a better deal than what they got.

They will be able to move him for more at next year's deadline, so it essentially a free rental.

 

[LDN]

imagine what Hayton would have returned if he were back.

 

[Fischhaber]

imagine what Hayton would have returned if he were back.

People will argue, but I'm sure it would have been MacTavish and picks. If not, then Rolofs and a lot more picks.

 

[HF92]

imagine what Hayton would have returned if he were back.

I said it before , it would have beem one of the BIGGEST deals in a long time and probably the Saults biggest deal. I mean I could be wrong but haha yep it would have been nuts.

 

[SeaOfBlue]

Saginaw gets Ryan Suzuki in an incredibly lopsided deal. It's hard to understand what they are thinking, but I would have given up Holmes, an excess forward, and a couple of 2nds for Suzuki. That's a better deal than what they got.

They will be able to move him for more at next year's deadline, so it essentially a free rental.

I was about to suggest Mississauga do a similar deal except with Thomas Harley and Joe Ranger going for Tristan Lennox, Ethan Cardwell and the pick haul.

 

[DWI Dale]

Wow. Saginaw is having a good day.

 

[HF92]

Wow. Saginaw is having a good day.

That's highway robbery

 

[DWI Dale]

Bode Wilde is a nice bonus too.

 

[HF92]

Damn I got the Hugo trade too

Martin Hugo "Has" has been moved to Guelph!!

 

[Fischhaber]

Well that's all folks. We'll see what else trickles in after noon.

Too bad that nobody would give Ethan Taylor a roster spot. I thought that he was deserving.

 

[ohloutsider]

Jacklin and Wale moved.

 

[Jives]

Some info please on Wale?? Rangers fan here.

 

[Fischhaber]

Some info please on Wale?? Rangers fan here.

He's a superb defender that is never out of position and engages physically. He makes smart outlet passes, but doesn't possess a great shot or a lot of offensive zone creativity.

Kitchener has a lot of guys that are weak defensively in the games I have seen (Bergkvist, Sebrango, Vukojevic) and I think that Wale would pair nicely with one of them. He can play both the left and right sides well.

I'm shocked that they let him go without getting a 2nd rounder. That's an outright steal for Kitchener.

 

[DWI Dale]

Malik official.
I'll have that tallboy as soon as possible.

 

[Fischhaber]

It's official. I'm not excited about the Wale move, but I can understand the reasoning. Overall a good day for Greyhounds fans.

Greyhounds receive commitment from Malik – Soo Greyhounds

 

[HF92]

It's now officially confirmed on Elite prospects, and the Soo Greyhounds official site

Malik is a Hound

 

[HF92]

Malik official.
I'll have that tallboy as soon as possible.

 

[HF92]

Well that's all folks. We'll see what else trickles in after noon.

Too bad that nobody would give Ethan Taylor a roster spot. I thought that he was deserving.

He will go home and play for nojhl team that holds his rights

 

[jjhound]

It's official. I'm not excited about the Wale move, but I can understand the reasoning. Overall a good day for Greyhounds fans.

Greyhounds receive commitment from Malik – Soo Greyhounds

Yes all good. Goalie of the present and future, more room for our young d to play and develop and a decent return for Wale . Considering Stratis was a first round pick, Sudbury only got a 4th for him.