GDT: Training Camp Thread

[sting101]

It's almost like actual training camp should start on September 1 and exhibition games on September 15 and the NHL regular season should start on October 1 at the absolute latest.

But instead, every year we start on like October 14 and then the league is playing games in June and nobody cares.

Yes I never can wrap my head around this.

And I know your not a big World Championships guy but I am and I would love to see another rounds worth of players available as currently this is the best we have for best on best comp

 

[VanillaCoke]

Pls no chiasson ffs

 

[Aqualung]

Pls no chiasson ffs

No room and I bet you Canucks plan to go waiver wire fishing. I’d love if the Canucks could offload Dickinson for Motte somehow though.

 

[rypper]

I think the team will give him a PTO but as a favor for a good pro. To give him an opportunity to show what he's got, even if they have no intention of signing him.

 

[sting101]

Chiasson making Van last year was a direct reflection of how piss poor our ability to win battles down low and have a net presence was.

 

[Petey But Really Jim]

In before we invite Chiasson on a PTO and sign him to league minimum on the last day after he gets PP1 time all preseason

That is nightmare scenario stuff

What is wrong with Chiasson? He is better than most still developing young players, and may end up earning the team a point or two over the course of the season. Points are important, because you just need to get in, then anything can happen. Ever heard of a little thing called The Bubble?

Was just wondering, what is everyone's definition of success for the team this upcoming season? What would need to happen for you to say that it was a pretty good season?

For me, it is all about development still this season, and putting the foundation in place for a couple of years down the line.

1) EP becomes the undisputed #1 center on the team. I still believe that he has the potential to be a top 10 C in the league and key to the core's chance of a Cup.
2) QH is top 5 in Norris voting. Continue his development into a top D in the league.
3) Demko is a Vezina finalist. Pretty much just continue what he has been doing.
4) Podz - Still young but hopefully a top 6 fixture by end of the season.
5) Hogz - Same as Podz
6) Rathbone/Dermott - Regulars on the blueline showing signs that they can step into the top 4 if necessary.

Stanley Cup victory, or it’s a failed season. The Canucks signing Miller to that deal signalled their commitment to winning the Stanley Cup during the four years Demko makes 4,000,000.

 

[Deeds26]

Petey and Quinn are in the building.

 

[rypper]

Quinn is so hilariously awkward.

 

[SeawaterOnIce]

It's almost like actual training camp should start on September 1 and exhibition games on September 15 and the NHL regular season should start on October 1 at the absolute latest.

But instead, every year we start on like October 14 and then the league is playing games in June and nobody cares.

Ideally... the season + playoffs would span from October to mid April; with the league cutting down on the number of games including the All Star Game.

 

[wonton15]

Petey and Quinn are in the building.

Can we take a moment to acknowledge how absolutely thick Schenn is? Like look at that badonk.

 

[The Stig]

Quinn is so hilariously awkward.

He reminds me of when my younger brother had to tag along with me and my friends my age.

 

[Johnny Canucker]

1) EP40
2) JTM9
3) BH53
4) BB6
5) CG8
6) VP92
7) AK96
8)NH21
9) TP70
10) IM65

4 of these forwards cannot be in the top six. Think about that.

Bottom 6 has to have Lazar, Dickenson etc in there so….

 

[Just A Bit Outside]

1) EP40
2) JTM9
3) BH53
4) BB6
5) CG8
6) VP92
7) AK96
8)NH21
9) TP70
10) IM65

4 of these forwards cannot be in the top six. Think about that.

Bottom 6 has to have Lazar, Dickenson etc in there so….

Personally, rather start Miller, EP and Horvat down the middle.

See if EP can keep up. If not, switch him to wing.

Go deep with 3 scoring lines and a checking line.

With this d, need alittle more run and gun and hope Demko just keeps up enough.

 

[Vector]

 

[wonton15]

My concern with OEL Hughes is how that shapes the rest of the D up. Do we see a Poolman-Myers and Rathbone-Dermott? That sounds…. Not good. But yes, it is a summer scrimmage.

 

[m9]

My concern with OEL Hughes is how that shapes the rest of the D up. Do we see a Poolman-Myers and Rathbone-Dermott? That sounds…. Not good.

Those pairing make no sense (RHD/RHD & LHD/LHD)

I think Rathbone/Schenn makes sense as the sheltered third pairing, which leaves Dermott/Myers as the other pair and Poolman as the extra guy.

 

[Burke's Evil Spirit]

My concern with OEL Hughes is how that shapes the rest of the D up. Do we see a Poolman-Myers and Rathbone-Dermott? That sounds…. Not good.

Dermott-Myers I imagine...which I could see working TBH, Dermott's strengths (lateraly mobility, neutral zone defending) complement Myers weaknesses. Especially given OEL-Hughes can probably play some higher-leverage minutes than Hughes-Schenn ever did.

The main concern I have here is we are one injury from a serious downgrade in the top 4 (Rathbone, Schenn, Poolman, DeKeyser...)

 

[AwesomeInTheory]

Benning due to his OBC connection will probably get some stupid scouting role.

Green is quite possibly the worst coach I have ever seen. Attitude aside...he showed no abilities in understanding the game and failed to employ any sort of system in 7 years with the organization (Comets and Canucks).

If Eakins AND Desjardins can both find jobs, there (sadly) is hope for Green.

 

[logan5]

If Eakins AND Desjardins can both find jobs, there (sadly) is hope for Green.

Lol. Why sadly? Who cares if he gets job with another team.

 

[Aqualung]

I just don't think an OEL and Hughes pairing is a good idea. It makes the rest of the depth awful, and I am convinced Myers was better last year because OEL was a calming presence. I think OEL has to stick with Myers to keep Myers a viable option in the top 4.

That's also why Canucks need another top 4 defenseman, LD or RD, that can play with Hughes. Schenn, Poolman, Dermott, and Rathbone can fight for the bottom two spot.

 

[Nucker101]

If Eakins AND Desjardins can both find jobs, there (sadly) is hope for Green.

Praying that he gets hired by a divisional rival

 

[Peen]

who cares about the top six thing that much

just significantly limit your 4th lines ice time

who cares how much lazar dickinson joshua etc play

you have what is supposed to be an elite top nine - just play the shit out of them so they all get top six minutes

 

[RutherPlan]

If Rathbone continues his trajectory, he's a top 4 defenceman by mid season.

 

[rypper]

If Hughes and OEL work together, I can't think of a better partner than Schenn for Rathbone to play with.

 

[Pastor Of Muppetz]

If Rathbone continues his trajectory, he's a top 4 defenceman by mid season.

I'd like to see Rathbone succeed as much as the next guy..but how do you ascertain that the guy could be a top 4 D man after a season in the minors?