The 2014-2015 Blues Discussion Thread - Part II

[EastonBlues22]

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[kagei]

Why is Morrow still listed on our roster on blues.nhl.com while Roy and Ott aren't?

 

[ManyIdeas]

Why is Morrow still listed on our roster on blues.nhl.com while Roy and Ott aren't?

They're going yo resign him to be our first line winger with Stastny

 

[Chippewa]

Think we can sign Jonas Enlund?

 

[Robb_K]

Think we can sign Jonas Enlund?

I'm sure that Schwartz will be a LOT better with Lehtera and Tarasenko than Enlund would be. the latter doesn't play any physical game, and is weak on defence. The Blues already have 9 Top 9 forwards that fit their system better, and a few more on the way. Enlund would be worth a lot more to a team with a "free-wheeling" system, like Edmonton.

I don't think Enlund would want to join The Blues' system now, as he would se little chance of breaking their lineup.

 

[Thallis]

Think we can sign Jonas Enlund?

With the way the offseason has gone, I think we have a better chance at Jonas Junland.

 

[gumption]

could you guys see ott going back to buffalo? i mean, it's highly unlikely we'll resign him, and there's rumors that he'll resign with the sabres.

 

[pricer502]

Very intrested to see how Stasny changes our powerplay. I complained alot last year because our PP attack became so predictable. Our only strategy was to get a point shot from Steen,Petro,Shatty. Teams caught on and would take the pass to the point away and force a turnover or just block the shots. I kept screaming for the Blues to set something up on the half wall and behind the net but we didn't have the playmaker to do this. I love watching Crosby,Thornton,Backstrom,Taveras,Koptiar,Stasny,ect work the powerplay from down low. Stasny is very good with the puck down low setting up forwards for one timers in the slot and shooting/passing the puck to the front of the net creating chances. This will keep defences honest and open up the point shot as well. Would love to see a top PP unit of Steen - Shatty - Tank - Backes - Stasny and a second unit of Petro - Gunner/fowrard - Schwartz - Bergy - Oshie

 

[Daley Tarasenkshow]

Steen's almost certain to play the point on the first unit. I doubt Gunner sees much playing time on the PP with JayBo, Petro, Shatty, and Steen on the point.

 

[pricer502]

Steen's almost certain to play the point on the first unit. I doubt Gunner sees much playing time on the PP with JayBo, Petro, Shatty, and Steen on the point.

Don't know enough about Gunner but it sounds like he has some offensive skill. I personally don't care for Jbow on the PP. His shot isnt very effective and he always looks for the wide shot deflection play. If gunner can't be on the 2nd unit I say go with 4 forwards.

 

[Daley Tarasenkshow]

Don't know enough about Gunner but it sounds like he has some offensive skill. I personally don't care for Jbow on the PP. His shot isnt very effective and he always looks for the wide shot deflection play. If gunner can't be on the 2nd unit I say go with 4 forwards.

Gunner can move the puck, but just take a look at some of his film and even his stats; he's nothing special offensively. JayBo is a step above for the PP.

On a side note, I'll be very mad if Tarasenko and Schwartz don't get top minutes next year. They've earned a chance.

 

[Mike Liut]

Were the Blues going to take Schmaltz over Fabbri at 21?

 

[2 Minute Minor]

Were the Blues going to take Schmaltz over Fabbri at 21?

I think so, based on some comments from Armstrong.....but he was trying to be diplomatic and not spoil Fabbri's day.

 

[Mike Liut]

I think so, based on some comments from Armstrong.....but he was trying to be diplomatic and not spoil Fabbri's day.

I haven't done much research on Schmaltz, but how can he be better than Fabbri?

 

[Lord Helix]

I haven't done much research on Schmaltz, but how can he be better than Fabbri?

He's bigger, American, and played in a lesser league?

 

[Mike Liut]

He's bigger, American, and played in a lesser league?

Backes' brother?

 

[LGB51]

Can somebody tell me where the Cracken ended up going? I heard he was picked up somewhere, but I can't find anything on his signing.

 

[542365]

Can somebody tell me where the Cracken ended up going? I heard he was picked up somewhere, but I can't find anything on his signing.

LA Kings.

 

[LGB51]

LA Kings.

Well hell if that team doesn't fit him like a glove, good for him, hope he sees some NHL playing time their.

 

[Robb_K]

Very intrested to see how Stasny changes our powerplay. I complained alot last year because our PP attack became so predictable. Our only strategy was to get a point shot from Steen,Petro,Shatty. Teams caught on and would take the pass to the point away and force a turnover or just block the shots. I kept screaming for the Blues to set something up on the half wall and behind the net but we didn't have the playmaker to do this. I love watching Crosby,Thornton,Backstrom,Taveras,Koptiar,Stasny,ect work the powerplay from down low. Stasny is very good with the puck down low setting up forwards for one timers in the slot and shooting/passing the puck to the front of the net creating chances. This will keep defences honest and open up the point shot as well. Would love to see a top PP unit of Steen - Shatty - Tank - Backes - Stasny and a second unit of Petro - Gunner/fowrard - Schwartz - Bergy - Oshie

Stastny could perform that task on The 1st PP shift, and Lehtera could do it on The 2nd. NOW, The Blues have enough good scorers to fully man both PP shifts. I see a BIG improvement ahead if they will change the strategy to add movement by the puckhandler AND, at the same time, players driving towards the net.

 

[Robb_K]

I think so, based on some comments from Armstrong.....but he was trying to be diplomatic and not spoil Fabbri's day.

I think that five years from now, The Blues will be happier that they took Fabbri than if they had taken Nick Schmaltz. He should be another Doug Gilmour.

 

[JustOneB4IDie]

I think that five years from now, The Blues will be happier that they took Fabbri than if they had taken Nick Schmaltz. He should be another Doug Gilmour.

That's what some are saying that this Fabbri's game compares to Doug "Killer" Gilmour.

 

[Dbrownss]

Stastny could perform that task on The 1st PP shift, and Lehtera could do it on The 2nd. NOW, The Blues have enough good scorers to fully man both PP shifts. I see a BIG improvement ahead if they will change the strategy to add movement by the puckhandler AND, at the same time, players driving towards the net.

New coach and new toys? No way it doesn't vastly improve...considering it was a top PP last year till mid season.


Then again....we are the blues....

 

[BadgersandBlues]

Question:

Does anyone know what the 700k bonus overage we're paying this year against our cap is all about?

Thanks

 

[Meatwagon]

Question:

Does anyone know what the 700k bonus overage we're paying this year against our cap is all about?

Thanks

If I'm not mistaken, it was player performance bonuses from last year. The bonuses put the Blues over the cap last, so the penalty was moved to this years cap.