Weavers on IR Dylan Olsen coming up

[Gordonx11]

You mean get Gilbert out of town.

But then Brian Campbell might have a frown.

 

[coopdaloop123]

I think you guys may be surprised by Olsen. Good stay at home d-man that "should" make Timmy's life a bit easier. Word from Chicago is that he was a real standout at training camp, but there just wasn't a spot for him on that stacked roster.

 

[Sykwitit]

Hey Dylan Olsen isn't Tom Gilbert right?? Can only go up from here

 

[Dread Clawz]

I think you guys may be surprised by Olsen. Good stay at home d-man that "should" make Timmy's life a bit easier. Word from Chicago is that he was a real standout at training camp, but there just wasn't a spot for him on that stacked roster.

Agreed, I think too many are writing off Hayes too. I like what I've seen from him. He doesn't have great hands, but he's big, can skate, hits, and with that size can develop into a really good forechecker and prescence in front of the net. You could do worse as a 4th liner/extra. Just because Chicago fans didn't care for them, doesn't mean they can't be decent players. Those fans are just spoiled.

 

[Crossbar]

Agreed, I think too many are writing off Hayes too. I like what I've seen from him. He doesn't have great hands, but he's big, can skate, hits, and with that size can develop into a really good forechecker and prescence in front of the net. You could do worse as a 4th liner/extra. Just because Chicago fans didn't care for them, doesn't mean they can't be decent players. Those fans are just spoiled.

Glad I'm not the only one who thinks that about Hayes, tho I guess I'm also guilty of liking what Skille and Mueller brought too.

 

[Dread Clawz]

Glad I'm not the only one who thinks that about Hayes, tho I guess I'm also guilty of liking what Skille and Mueller brought too.

I liked Skille too. He didn't turn out like we expected, but he hit, brought a ton of energy, and drew a lot of penalties. Mueller was fine as a stopgap, which is what that signing was supposed to be.

 

[EnforceTheLaus]

Glad I'm not the only one who thinks that about Hayes, tho I guess I'm also guilty of liking what Skille and Mueller brought too.

Skille was a hard worker just didn't have the tools. He was serviceable. Mueller was good but replaceable.

 

[JP Mick]

Looks like Weaver and Olsen could be a good shutdown pair which we need, we will find out tonight!

 

[hockeydude1]

Interesting decision. Will be interesting to see him play.

 

[hockeydude1]

Looking good so far.

 

[hockeydude1]

Edit wrong thread sorry

 

[Chino Oscar]

I don't know, but Olsen looks pretty damn big. Did Billy say he was 6'-4"?

 

[Ekblad]

keep this guy with the big club!

 

[JP Mick]

keep this guy with the big club!

Yes please. Guds said he likes playing with him.

 

[harv33173]

olsen looked very solid his first game. we'll have to see how he progresses. so far looks like the better player for us in the trade.

 

[adam graves]

ill eat crow i wanted the kid but Olsen was freaking awesome, hope he keeps it up.

 

[LandofLincoln*]

Olsen has good size and plays more of a shutdown role. His skating is good enough to contribute to the offense and get a fair share of assists. He isn't going to carry the puck like Campbell, but I think he can get the Panthers 20A this season. He is more of an at home defenseman, but because skating is not a liability he can move the puck adequately. His upside is that he could become a steady #4 defenseman and plays physical.

Olsen is a better than average hitter and has good size. He is not the best fighter. He isn't a horrible fighter either. Expect one to two fights a season where he sticks up for a teammate. You're not going to catch him starting fights. I think he is capable of putting up 30Pts a season next year and building from there. He has a hard shot, but it needs considerable amount of work before he gets power play time.