Recalled/Assigned: Tyler Bertuzzi

[Mijatovic]

Why are people raging at Bertuzzi being called up? Hell, at least someone has been called up to try and spark some life into this team.

 

[Shaman464]

They are definitely not showcasing Bertuzzi as he adds grit and physical play which is needed for the Wings today.

They must need some versality on offense today is my guess.

Trouba rumors have heated up lately though.

No way Little bert adds grit to this team, he's 25 pounds south of 200. He tries anything and he will be thrown into the stands.

 

[Wood Stick]

Why are people raging at Bertuzzi being called up? Hell, at least someone has been called up to try and spark some life into this team.

Because Mantha should be up.

 

[sully6one]

No way Little bert adds grit to this team, he's 25 pounds south of 200. He tries anything and he will be thrown into the stands.

For real? So you have to be 200 lbs to add grit? Let Shaw know he needs to start being a skilled player, he's too light to be gritty. He's also close to 200 lbs by the way.

 

[aar000n]

Because Mantha should be up.

Both should be up.

 

[njx9]

Grit, without skill, gets you nowhere. Otts, Drakes, Commodores, young Helms and Abdelkaders and Clearys- they're amazing assets when you have the skill to complement them. They're the type of players that put you over the edge. But they are not the type of players who elevate a team when your "skilled" payers aren't game-changers. And they certainly aren't the type of players you construct your team with when your defense doesn't have the collective brain to play an airtight game.

100% agree. Helm and Abbie would be fantastic complements to those early to late 00's teams, but they add little to this team. It's the biggest issue I had with Helm's resigning.

But that said, it's sort of all we've got. We don't find late round stars anymore. We don't draft high enough to find stars easily. So we're stuck with a bunch of guys who are almost good enough. Bleh, it's frustrating.

Why are people raging at Bertuzzi being called up? Hell, at least someone has been called up to try and spark some life into this team.

I don't see anyone 'raging' at Bertuzzi being up, so much as not thinking it's a move designed to win games. The team needed a Vanek replacement, and Mantha has, in the past, looked to fit that bill far better than Bertuzzi. I don't think anyone is upset that Bert is getting a look this season (most folks wanted him to get a look this season), but I think it's frustrating to see the team make moves that don't make a lot of rational sense.

 

[Number1RedWingsFan52]

This kind of puzzles me by Tyler Bertuzzi would be called up and not Mantha. I guess Vanek will be back late November or early December by the sound of things. I thought that Holland would give Mantha a shot especially the way he started out in Grand Rapids but oh well good luck to Lil Bert.

 

[newfy]

Stick him on a line with Ott and let them go crazy. The flyers are a team that will lose focus on a hockey game fast. Also, go pound Schenns head in

 

[silkyjohnson50]

Bert won the 1st callup on the training camp + pre-season. He was better there.

Then why wasn't Jensen the first defencemen called up the prior two years, where he was clearly the best defencemen prospect throughout the preseasons?

 

[Squirrel in the Hole]

As an aside, does he wear 44 with the Wings?

 

[Frk It]

As an aside, does he wear 44 with the Wings?

He's listed as #59 on the Wings website. For whatever that's worth.

 

[Cyborg Yzerberg]

Both should be up.

I think Bertuzzi needs more time to develop, personally. Mantha's clearly ready for full time NHL duties.

 

[Peter Tosh]

As an aside, does he wear 44 with the Wings?

I'm more fond of the prospect of Tyler Bertuzzi wearing #44 than Axel Holmström wearing #96

 

[Satrebil]

I think Bertuzzi needs more time to develop, personally. Mantha's clearly ready for full time NHL duties.

Full time NHL duties... If he doesn't score, then where do you put him?

 

[Vladdy84]

I'm more fond of the prospect of Tyler Bertuzzi wearing #44 than Axel Holmström wearing #96

Totally forgot about Axel. When will be be getting prospect rankings update?

 

[njx9]

Full time NHL duties... If he doesn't score, then where do you put him?

He'd fit right in with Z, Tatar, Sheahan or Abbie, in terms of not scoring. I'm not sure his line slot is really a concern, in that case.

 

[Frk It]

I'm more fond of the prospect of Tyler Bertuzzi wearing #44 than Axel Holmström wearing #96

Don't blame Bert for wanting to make his own legacy.

 

[Kingpin794]

Both should be up.

Honestly from watching them this year, I'd say Bert is more ready. Mantha will be called up eventually but I remember when we played Cleveland a week or two ago and thinking to myself the Bert is ready.

 

[Heaton]

Honestly from watching them this year, I'd say Bert is more ready. Mantha will be called up eventually but I remember when we played Cleveland a week or two ago and thinking to myself the Bert is ready.

I'll be pretty shocked if Bertuzzi actually produces at an NHL level, Mantha on the other hand should be a top 6 player.

 

[Cyborg Yzerberg]

I'll be pretty shocked if Bertuzzi actually produces at an NHL level, Mantha on the other hand should be a top 6 player.

Bertuzzi should me a middle 6 guy.

 

[InGusWeTrust]

Bertuzzi should me a middle 6 guy.

I've only watched him once and it was last year in Grand Rapids..He had some offensive upside with some grit. My guess is....he will be somewhat like Abdelkader. I could be way off of course.

 

[HockeyinHD]

So if Mantha got called up now and circumstances prevented Bertuzzi from getting a callup later would that be used as a subsequent hammer to smash Holland with, that he never found a way to get Bert up on the NHL roster to 'see what he can do'?

If Vanek is going to be gone for a long-ish while there's little to suggest Bertuzzi's callup is more than a 10 day shot (barring him running with the gig, which is unlikely), and then Mantha comes up to replace him.

Bert gets some NHL time, the team can make it's semi-final call on his future with the franchise, Mantha comes up in December and gets 30+ NHL games.

Seems like a reasonable path that addresses a couple different concerns, roster wise.

 

[HIFE]

After 2 games what do you think of lil' Bert?

Physically he seems slightly immature but made several smart, simple plays. One I remember is the puck came near our blue line going up ice and Bertuzzi had to battle to not get pinched on. Sounds like no big deal but there was a need for desperation at that moment and Bert got it through. He was successful putting pucks deep and wasn't burned in any way. I'd say he's a crafty player. Hockey sense is difficult to teach and Bertuzzi has it.

Would you rather Bertuzzi replace Sheahan right now? I don't know. I'm excited to watch Bert grow as he gets comfortable but don't think he's as strong as Sheahan overall.

I'm satisfied he fits in and could have a place in the NHL.

 

[Yzerman1919*]

I wasn't impressed honestly. Small sample size but playing against big boys he didn't stand out for a single shift IMO.

He can use some more time in GR and the weight room. I'm sure nerves/jitters to play safe to keep your call up plays a role in this too.

 

[Yemack]

I like what I'm seeing. Some positive signs are there for sure.