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Thanks for the feedback on SB.
Hope he has a solid year for the Wolves. Smart player, good kid.
Hope he has a solid year for the Wolves. Smart player, good kid.
Sudbury Wolves 2018-19 Season Thread
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I Loveallsports
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Or released, which we've seen. For example Lane: released, whom was drafted the same year.
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He's a steady player, the knock on him is his skating, I hope that has gotten better. Being a 99 birth expect alot from him, at this moment doesn't appear to be a top 6 player. More of a 3rd or 4 th liner.
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If we have 3 imports right now do we have to move someone? Or would we wait until we find out if Lipanov makes Syracuse?
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You're allowed to own the rights to all 3 because Lipanov has signed an NHL contract. Can only roster 2 once the season starts though
Yes always a possibility but would be a real knock on Sudbury development if that happened again. I would hope for trade at worst.
I could easily see someone like Gilhula being released.
Bulitka will not be released and will slot in as the 3rd line C or LW is my guess. Was one of the top scorers on the team last year and is an outstanding PK guy. Really seems to be underrated on here because he's not a flashy player.
Bulitka will not be released and will slot in as the 3rd line C or LW is my guess. Was one of the top scorers on the team last year and is an outstanding PK guy. Really seems to be underrated on here because he's not a flashy player.
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Gilhula won't be released, expect a decent year from him, or at worst a trade.
Bulitka should center the Pilons. Great grit line. Every defenceman in the league will have their head on a swivel. 54.9 faceoff % for Bulitka. Tops on the team. Great penalty killer. Stays in Sudbury.
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Def Gilhula on the bubble in my opinion. He needs a VERY good camp
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IIRC Gilhula had a great camp last year and nothing came of it. He is so frustrating to me because he has the tools and everything shows flashes but it seems he just can’t grasp everything at once. I don’t know what to do with him because I think his wheels could be a great compliment for lots of guys on this team but hes been here a few years and hasn’t done much.
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I Loveallsports
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Agree. Maybe third year is a charm. Find out next week
Did I just say next week? Yippee. (Calm down, remembering my post. Inner voice) lol
Hope to be there, but YOU sir plz have a full report!
That goes for ALL wolves fans as well!!
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He was a little to one demensional for me. He forgot he had other players on the ice to pass too. I also think we have up to mich in that trade which I believe was a second round pick. Yep to the Knights.
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Just basing on his skill level, he can definately skate, to me he's a late bloomer, due that he was small coming into the league. I agree, his defensive ability, taking timely penalties, and hockey sense are in question. I was told that this kid looks amazing at practice but can't put it together in a game. Hopefully being his third year in the league, and some maturity he can help the team, he is also a right shot which we don't have alot of on roster. I still have some hope for him.
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I was curious because I thought Valentini wasn't looked at too highly before he broke out, and for a little while now I've been hoping that Gilhula could be a similar situation; undersized, with tools but lacking in certain areas. I knew the price was high and that he was selfish. I think this camp will be interesting to see who gets cut and who sticks. And of course, I'm still waiting for that elusive trade. Has our camp roster been released yet?
They can't do it Thursday evening. Players without a contract who want to maintain their NCAA Eligibility must leave camp after 48 hours. Starting at 1pm on Tuesday the game would have to be done by 1pm Thursday.
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Carson Murray Nizhnikov
Hutcheson Byfield Gilhula
Pilon Bulitka Pilon
Tabak Butler Bowie
Ross Candella
Malik Stratis
Phillips Thompson
Luukkonen
Notes/predictions:
- Not sure where Levin fits in. Trade perhaps
- Gilhula scores 20 playing RW on line with Byfield
- Baker, McConville, Serensits all battling for a spot
- Bowie and Phillips impress and make team out of camp
- Back-up goalie battle is anyone's guess
- Defence still looks rough, need to deal for veteran. Paquette or Brahaney from Fronts fits the bill
- What will happen with Lipanov? Time will tell
Hutcheson Byfield Gilhula
Pilon Bulitka Pilon
Tabak Butler Bowie
Ross Candella
Malik Stratis
Phillips Thompson
Luukkonen
Notes/predictions:
- Not sure where Levin fits in. Trade perhaps
- Gilhula scores 20 playing RW on line with Byfield
- Baker, McConville, Serensits all battling for a spot
- Bowie and Phillips impress and make team out of camp
- Back-up goalie battle is anyone's guess
- Defence still looks rough, need to deal for veteran. Paquette or Brahaney from Fronts fits the bill
- What will happen with Lipanov? Time will tell
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Levin Byfield Nizhnikov
Pilon Murray Pilon
Carson Bulitka Gilhula
Hutcheson Baker Tabak (Tabak playing off wing)
Siau, Robinson, Mcconville, fighting for spots.
Ross Candella
Malik Stratis
Phillips Thompson
Serentis, Lavallee, Aucoin, Ribau fighting for 7 or 8th spot
Luukkonen, Frappier, I think McGrath will get moved.
Pilon Murray Pilon
Carson Bulitka Gilhula
Hutcheson Baker Tabak (Tabak playing off wing)
Siau, Robinson, Mcconville, fighting for spots.
Ross Candella
Malik Stratis
Phillips Thompson
Serentis, Lavallee, Aucoin, Ribau fighting for 7 or 8th spot
Luukkonen, Frappier, I think McGrath will get moved.
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Mark my words, Liam Ross will be our stud D for years to come. This kid is one I'm so excited to watch this season, I really think he's going to breakout as a legitimate top pairing D in this league. I'll predict right now he gets NHL drafted 5th round or higher.
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