Zach Hyman appreciation thread

[LeafsNation75]

Could have used an extra Hyman type in a Travis Konecny. (Who became Travis Dermott).

Even if Dubas didn't trade down with the Flyers chances are they weren't going to select Travis Konecny. So I wouldn't be saying what if after the fact.

 

[saltming]

Could have used an extra Hyman type in a Travis Konecny. (Who became Travis Dermott).

I think Mikheyev will be a good substitute for that, and we have Dermott

 

[LeafsNation75]

 

[Walshy7]

@saltming too bad on pace doesn’t count in our bet!!! He is playing at a 57 point pace but alas with the games remaining won’t get him to 50 currently

 

[saltming]

@saltming too bad on pace doesn’t count in our bet!!! He is playing at a 57 point pace but alas with the games remaining won’t get him to 50 currently

There is always hope a d with him getting pp time now, we may both get a surprise

 

[LeafsNation75]

@saltming too bad on pace doesn’t count in our bet!!! He is playing at a 57 point pace but alas with the games remaining won’t get him to 50 currently

I guess Hyman also needs to be on the ice for more empty net goals when the Leafs are in a situation like that.

Although if he's on the ice with Matthews I rather see Matthews get the goal so he can be closer to 50, however Hyman could still get a point via an assist.

 

[LeProspector]

byron bitz 2.0

 

[saltming]

I guess Hyman also needs to be on the ice for more empty net goals when the Leafs are in a situation like that.

Although if he's on the ice with Matthews I rather see Matthews get the goal so he can be closer to 50, however Hyman could still get a point via an assist.

Just like he did against Nashville. Selfless player!

 

[LeafsNation75]

 

[sxvnert]

He fits the Matthews & Marner combo far better than the Matthews-Nylander or Tavares-Nylander combos.

 

[Fogelhund]

Zach Hyman has been a polarizing player for the Leafs, one that at least half of the fanbase hated for years... wasn't talented enough to play on top lines, why is he there, and so on... and yet, he's on pace for 62 points this year, at least on a PPG basis. 25 points in 33 games. He's 27, will be 29 when his contract expires at the end of next season.

I've defended what he's brought to the table for years, but you'd have to think, this is a guy who you move in the right deal. If he finishes this year on this pace, and duplicates it again next year... are you going to extend a 29 year old banger at $4-5 million plus for 3-5 years?

Fantastic trade, and he's been great value, and an important cog... but you can't really say he's a core player. But we've got to find the next Hyman, or Josh Anderson, that hasn't broken out yet.

 

[Mess]

Don't look now but Zach Hyman has recorded 27 points in his last 28 games.

Slowly but surely Leafs hardest working player is being rewarded for his efforts and the Leafs are the benefactors.

 

[LeafsNation75]

Don't look now but Zach Hyman has recorded 27 points in his last 28 games.

Slowly but surely Leafs hardest working player is being rewarded for his efforts and the Leafs are the benefactors.

Do you think he gets more than 21 goals since that was his career high which he set last season. Right now he's at 17 and looking like that will happen.

 

[Mess]

Do you think he gets more than 21 goals since that was his career high which he set last season. Right now he's at 17 and looking like that will happen.

You bet .. Don't forget he has only played 39 games this year missing the first month and all of training camp in recovery. 21 goals personal best is on 82 games played.

Since coming off LTIR and missing camp and 1st month of the season he is almost up to a PPG pace of 31 points in 39 games played.

 

[killer1980]

Leafs need a more even mix of Hyman types with AM, MM, WN, JT types.

 

[LeafsNation75]

You bet .. Don't forget he has only played 39 games this year missing the first month and all of training camp in recovery. 21 goals personal best is on 82 games played.

Since coming off LTIR and missing camp and 1st month of the season he is almost up to a PPG pace of 31 points in 39 games played.

I know how he missed the first 19 games and that's what makes his goal scoring even more remarkable. Plus he seems to be getting less empty net goals compared to last season.

 

[Mess]

I know how he missed the first 19 games and that's what makes his goal scoring even more remarkable. Plus he seems to be getting less empty net goals compared to last season.

What might even be more surprising to some is that under coach Keefe he is even getting PP time and has 3 PPG and 3 PPA on the season as the coach rewards hard work.

Under the last coach it was no secret Hyman was his favourite and even then we didn't see PP time only extensive PK time.

Considering he only makes $2.25 mil AAV and so compared to his more flashy teammates Kerfoot, Kapanen and AJ that make more $$ his stats are better than all of them at a better price point.

Hyman is really establishing himself as a true top 6 forward on the Leafs, not only playing there, but contributing as one as well.

 

[Cleetus]

Do you think he gets more than 21 goals since that was his career high which he set last season. Right now he's at 17 and looking like that will happen.

I think he will too with his empty net prowess, and he is just a beast that goes to the net, bound to get it done!

 

[LeafsNation75]

What might even be more surprising to some is that under coach Keefe he is even getting PP time and has 3 PPG and 3 PPA on the season as the coach rewards hard work.

Under the last coach it was no secret Hyman was his favourite and even then we didn't see PP time only extensive PK time.

Considering he only makes $2.25 mil AAV and so compared to his more flashy teammates Kerfoot, Kapanen and AJ that make more $$ his stats are better than all of them at a better price point.

Hyman is really establishing himself as a true top 6 forward on the Leafs, not only playing there, but contributing as one as well.

I thought Keefe only uses him on the power play if he needed to replace someone like Nylander because didn't that happen last night?

 

[Mess]

I thought Keefe only uses him on the power play if he needed to replace someone like Nylander because didn't that happen last night?

When healthy the Leafs 1st PP unit consists of Matthews, Tavares, Marner and Nylander ..

Zach fills in when someone is out .. But that makes his stats even better having 3-3-6 points on the PP in limited minutes this year and situational as well.

 

[LeafsNation75]

When healthy the Leafs 1st PP unit consists of Matthews, Tavares, Marner and Nylander ..

Zach fills in when someone is out .. But that makes his stats even better having 3-3-6 points on the PP in limited minutes this year and situational as well.

Correct me if I'm wrong but doesn't Keefe use Hyman on the 2nd power unit, because that's got to be where his power play stats are coming from.

 

[sxvnert]

Based on the type of game he plays I wouldn't sign him past his current contract. Zero chance he continues to play that same style into his 30s. Hopefully Robertson becomes that next Hyman.

 

[DatSnipeMatthews]

Zach Hyman is one of my favourite Leafs. My opinion of him changed forever during the 2017-2018 playoffs versus the Bruins. I absolutely love the guy.

 

[Mess]

Correct me if I'm wrong but doesn't Keefe use Hyman on the 2nd power unit, because that's got to be where his power play stats are coming from.

Appears to be for the most part.

Summary:

Zach Hyman (1) (Power Play) Assists: Jason Spezza,Tyson Barrie
Mitch Marner (6) (Power Play) Assists: Zach Hyman
Zach Hyman (9) (Power Play) Assists: Morgan Rielly, Jason Spezza
Zach Hyman (12) (Power Play) Assists: Rasmus Sandin, Jason Spezza
Jason Spezza (8) (Power Play) Assists: Rasmus Sandin, Zach Hyman
John Tavares (21) (Power Play )Assists: Auston Matthews, Zach Hyman

 

[LeafsNation75]

Appears to be for the most part.

Summary:

Zach Hyman (1) (Power Play) Assists: Jason Spezza,Tyson Barrie
Mitch Marner (6) (Power Play) Assists: Zach Hyman
Zach Hyman (9) (Power Play) Assists: Morgan Rielly, Jason Spezza
Zach Hyman (12) (Power Play) Assists: Rasmus Sandin, Jason Spezza
Jason Spezza (8) (Power Play) Assists: Rasmus Sandin, Zach Hyman
John Tavares (21) (Power Play )Assists: Auston Matthews, Zach Hyman

That's what I thought and thanks for posting those stats.