This is Papineau’s second draft. What are you basing his draft history on? You do realize the front office was drastically changed since Zulich took over. We’ve only seen 2 players from his drafts in wolves uniform. How about we give these guys a chance.
It's his 3rd but I think I agree with your point if what you're saying is let's give him an his crew the benefit of the doubt.
Pretty sure he was the one who ran the 2017 draft as everyone knew he was going to take over from Branch. It was a joint effort with Papineau having the final say but with reliance on BB's scouting. (ie. Murray was very much his guy).
I could be wrong though, this is only what I've heard
I don't disagree that he's done a solid job, but Tabak, Wawrow, Frappier are not much to be proud of.If you are correct(and you probably are) it even further my point about his drafting ability and to be able to trust him and his staff. It would mean that he’s responsible for Murray, Ross, Phillips, Tabak, Wowrow, Frappier. That was a pretty good draft in 2017. Plus Serensits from the U18 draft and Weeks this past season in the same draft. I do hope we are able to sign Aucoin from last year but I feel like this is unlikely now.
I don't disagree that he's done a solid job, but Tabak, Wawrow, Frappier are not much to be proud of.
Snowy, not too terrible thoHow's the weather up there? Bad here in Ottawa hopefully 67's left yesterday.
Wolves maintain their rights as long as they're on the 45 player protected list(Or is it 50? I can never remember).I imagine Levi Siau will get one more shot at camp next year as well? What about Kosta Manikis...seems he is doing well in the OJHL though he might be college committed at this point. Do we even still have their rights or do they become FAs at a certain point?
Again I think this draft was a weird mix of Papineau and Branch but it was still okay. Alot more to be excited about from the 2018 crop for sure
Dokis-Dupuis is a good player. I've seen him play quite a bit and always liked he physical play not sure about his speed for the OHL game though...I wasn't aware he signed with the Wolves though. Hatanaka is a good little player too...problem is he's a Good "little Player"Wolves maintain their rights as long as they're on the 45 player protected list(Or is it 50? I can never remember).
I don't expect to see Kosta given that he was not at camp last year either. I don't think Siau is good enough to take on as an 18 year old rookie in essence.
I see 3-5 forward spots available, figure they go to; McCallum, Stillman, Larmand, in addition to a couple of Butler, Tiveron, Labelle, Smith, and probably some U18 draft players.
Also not sure if anyone else has seen, but the OHL website is showing Matthew Dokis-Dupuis, Benjamin Hatanaka, Zacahary Snow on our playoff roster. I assume these are free agents to fill some of the injury holes?
like your recent scouting...easy to pick a first rounder but mid to late..not so muchIt's his 3rd but I think I agree with your point if what you're saying is let's give him an his crew the benefit of the doubt.
Pretty sure he was the one who ran the 2017 draft as everyone knew he was going to take over from Branch. It was a joint effort with Papineau having the final say but with reliance on BB's scouting. (ie. Murray was very much his guy).
I could be wrong though, this is only what I've heard
3-5 Forward spots considering Pilon, Pilon, Ruzicka, O'Bonsawin, minimum one of Levin/Bulitka/Carson, Gilhula or McConville (one gone IMO) barring surprises. I think we fill out like this:Wolves maintain their rights as long as they're on the 45 player protected list(Or is it 50? I can never remember).
I don't expect to see Kosta given that he was not at camp last year either. I don't think Siau is good enough to take on as an 18 year old rookie in essence.
I see 3-5 forward spots available, figure they go to; McCallum, Stillman, Larmand, in addition to a couple of Butler, Tiveron, Labelle, Smith, and probably some U18 draft players.
Also not sure if anyone else has seen, but the OHL website is showing Matthew Dokis-Dupuis, Benjamin Hatanaka, Zacahary Snow on our playoff roster. I assume these are free agents to fill some of the injury holes?
Curious why you see Butler going college? And no Labelle, Tiveron, Biondi etc? Just curious your reasoning on some things more then anything. Makes for an interesting talk. Definitely can't see both Gilhula and McConville here next year though, especially on L3. I think we'd make a trade at that pointThis is my Projection Lineup for next season:
Murray Byfield Hutcheson
Bulitka Carson Levin
Robinson Gilhula McConville
Larmand McCallum Stillman
I think Imports will be a Defenceman and Goalie, or possibly 2 Defencemen. I don't think Butler will sign, is my gut feeling maybe going the College route. I think they could make room for some rookies, or make moves for a veteran, I think Gilhula and McConville will be fighting for spots, or possibly moved for rookie or another veteran.
I think its possible we keep all 3 overage Forwards in Bulitka, Carson and Levin, over Demeo.
Bulitka really surprised me this season. Too bad Carson hasn't regained 30 goal formThe DeMeo v Carson debate will be a fun one this summer lol. I think most of us agree on Levin + Bulitka for sure anyways.
Bulitka really surprised me this season. Too bad Carson hasn't regained 30 goal form
Haha too true, can’t blame it tho. We don’t f-ing shoot the puck enough, that 5on3 we had to get oneThe peanut gallery is out in full force tonight.
Wolves on the PP at the red line: "SHOOOOOT"
Wolves on the PP in the corner: "SHOOOOOT THE F%*&$@# PUCK"
3 67's in the shooting lane: "F%&^*#$ SHOOOOOOT"
Anyone who says we have an intelligent fanbase is a fool, lol.
Also best of luck to you’re wings in the lottery tonightThe peanut gallery is out in full force tonight.
Wolves on the PP at the red line: "SHOOOOOT"
Wolves on the PP in the corner: "SHOOOOOT THE F%*&$@# PUCK"
3 67's in the shooting lane: "F%&^*#$ SHOOOOOOT"
Anyone who says we have an intelligent fanbase is a fool, lol.
Also best of luck to you’re wings in the lottery tonight