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Post by Boston_Habs on Oct 13, 2010 16:33:34 GMT -5
Now that major junior and US college hockey has started, we could use a thread to follow the non Bulldogs prospects through the year.
Looking for big production from Louis Leblanc this year. So far he has 13 points in 7 games, which is about 30% of his production all last year when he had 23 points in 31 games with Harvard.
Also looking for a big year from Danny Kristo at North Dakota. He did OK last year with 36 points in 41 games and was a player in the WJC, but I would like to see him be more of a force in his second year with the Fighting Sioux.
Interested to see how Steve Quailer (3rd round, 2008) does at Northeastern after missing all of last season. Big kid at 6-3, 185 lbs and he had a solid freshman year in 2008/09.
Mac Bennett (3rd round, 2009) is at Michigan this year for his first season of college hockey.
Jarred Tinordi with London of the OHL
Should be a fun year with lots of Habs prospects playing in junior/college.
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Post by seventeen on Oct 14, 2010 23:55:18 GMT -5
Found this on another website. A place to check on how our prospects have done the previous day. If they played. habsprospects.hockeyhq.net/ |
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Post by Yossarian on Oct 16, 2010 12:25:40 GMT -5
Found this on another website. A place to check on how our prospects have done the previous day. If they played. habsprospects.hockeyhq.net/Awesome site. Thanks for the link, 17. Got it bookmarked. |
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Post by CrocRob on Oct 18, 2010 9:51:29 GMT -5
That site is run by a guy that I know. He is passionate and always up to date, and finds the stats on some of the most obscure games.
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Post by Yossarian on Oct 19, 2010 21:51:45 GMT -5
Just noticed that Perezhogin has 9 goal already  Anyone know of his contract status, and whether there is any chance he returns to N.A.? It got pretty ugly for him for a time in Hamilton, and he had a tendency for lazy penalties at bad times. Maybe the light has flipped on.... |
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Post by habsprospects on Oct 20, 2010 23:40:08 GMT -5
Anyone know of his contract status, and whether there is any chance he returns to N.A.? His contract ends after 2011-12, and I don't see him coming back, too much comfortable playing hockey in his home country vs how it was in the NHL for him and would probably get less money here. |
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Post by Disgruntled70sHab on Oct 21, 2010 6:43:33 GMT -5
Anyone know of his contract status, and whether there is any chance he returns to N.A.? His contract ends after 2011-12, and I don't see him coming back, too much comfortable playing hockey in his home country vs how it was in the NHL for him and would probably get less money here. Welcome to the boards, Habsprospects. Please take a moment to review our Code of Conduct located atop the main board when you have the time. Much thanks and welcome again. Cheers. |
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Post by Doc Holliday on Oct 21, 2010 11:50:37 GMT -5
Leblanc has 6gs and 16pts in 10 games. Top scorer of his team and 19th overall (while playing 5 games less than most) If you apply his ppg on 15 games, Louis would be in the top 3 scorer of the league.
Quite impressive.
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Post by Boston_Habs on Oct 21, 2010 15:04:11 GMT -5
Leblanc has 6gs and 16pts in 10 games. Top scorer of his team and 19th overall (while playing 5 games less than most) If you apply his ppg on 15 games, Louis would be in the top 3 scorer of the league. Quite impressive. Yeah. That would be somewhere around 125-130 points over 80 games, which is double the PPG pace he had last year with Harvard. I'm not quite sure what the take-away is on that but Louis certainly should be in a good position for the WJC in December (assuming he makes the team). |
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Post by Doc Holliday on Oct 22, 2010 15:55:42 GMT -5
I'm hearing that Leblanc is being push to develop his offense and creativity. Less of a "concentrate on your play without the puck" kinda shpeal. They want him to gain a lot confidence in his Offensive skills.
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Post by ValkyrieNS on Oct 23, 2010 9:06:44 GMT -5
Saw Morgan Ellis play again last night (Cape Breton Screaming Eagles) against the Halifax Mooseheads. Eagles won 7-2. Although Ellis did not make it onto the score sheet (he was off the ice for all but one of the Eagles' goals), he did manage to keep a level head and not get involved in one of the 5 fights that broke out (and I hate fights, although everyone around us was acting like it was the only reason they had showed up for the game). There were also 2 penalty shots, one for each team. Geez, you hardly ever see penalty shots and I got treated to 2 in one night. Next game (Eagles @ Moosheads) is the day before I leave for Montreal. Might have to make a point of catching that game  |
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Post by Boston_Habs on Nov 4, 2010 9:22:48 GMT -5
Very weak start to the year for Danny Kristo in his sophomore year at North Dakota.... 0 goals, 3 assists after 8 games, which is like a quarter of the season in the NCAA. He needs to pick it up.
Louis Leblanc continues to roll.....20 points in 13 games, 1.5 PPG average.
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Post by Boston_Habs on Nov 22, 2010 17:01:18 GMT -5
Hooray! Danny Kristo scored his first goal of the year after 14 games. He now has 1 goal and 3 assists on the season. Quite a disappointing start given Kristo is a sophomore and was a solid contributor on last year's WJC gold medal team.
There's still time for him to pick up the pace, but the college hockey season is short (around 40 games including post-season) and they are already about 35% of the way through. Kristo had 36 points in 41 games last year, so he's well off that pace.
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Post by NWTHabsFan on Nov 22, 2010 17:48:53 GMT -5
Time for a first installment of my who's hot Top Three Prospect list.
1. Max Pacioretty (LW, Hamilton Bulldogs, AHL) - A lot has been made of Max's improved play of late, but it seems to be coming from that confidence that he was talking about in his much quoted interview he gave in Montreal. He has been shooting more and using his size to go to the net, and the points have finally really started to come for him. For the first time in his short pro career, he is showing legitimate offensive talents. He enjoyed playing the Marlies this past weekend, as he picked up five points in the two games, including a birthday party hat trick in a losing cause on Saturday afternoon (a game in which he also scored in the shootout, but that doesn't make the stat pack). His 21 points in 18 games also places Max 10th in AHL scoring, behind team-mate David Desharnais who sits in 3rd overall.
2. Mark MacMillan (RW/C, Penticton Vees, BCHL) - I happened to catch two of Mark's games live at the World Junior A Challenge and came away a bit underwhelmed, but he sure has been on a tear since returning to his club team. In his last game, he managed the hat trick and two assists to pad his stats with a big five point night. He now has 16 points in his 10 games played. Considering he missed a chunk of the season with injury, he does now seem to be hitting his stride. He is off to North Dakota next season, so this will be his last season playing at home (he is a Penticton lad).
3. Brendan Gallagher (RW, Vancouver Giants, WHL) - Brendan got the call for the WHL in the second game of the Canada-Russia Super Series, but was used on a checking line due to the depth on the team. He also received an invite to the WJC summer camp, and it will be interesting if he gets another invite to the selection camp. He sures is putting up big numbers this season alongside his 20 year old linemate Craig Cunningham. Brendan's 35 points in 24 games has him is 5th place in the WHL scoring race, 6 points behind Cunningham. Not bad for a late round pick. He also came back to his team and played the night after his WHL Super Series game and showed no signs of fatigue as he popped in two goals and an assist. The game was supposed to be on Shaw TV, but they put the hapless Calgary Hitmen on instead. Too bad, but I have seen a couple of his games on TV this season already and will be catching him live this Friday when the Giants come to Rexall to play the Oil Kings.
Honourable Mention: Alexei Emelin (D, Ak Bars Kazan, KHL) - A name that just never seems to go away. Alexei is coming off scoring a goal in each of his last three games and now has tied his RSL/KHL career highs in both goals and assists. He is playing a solid two way game and still managing to find his way to the penalty box, indicative of his willingness to play a very physical style of hockey. 42 pim to date is quite a few in the KHL. Now, will this kid ever make the jump over and don the bleu-blanc-rouge? Who knows, but next summer could be the "perfect storm" with a number of vets like Hammer and Gill all seeing their contract end. He still is only 24, but I guess I am now officially in the "once bitten" club with regards to Emelin, as the annual rumours of his pending contract signing with the Habs is now wearing pretty thin. As much as I think he would be a good addition in the offseason, I remain in the camp that will believe it when we see it.
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Post by NWTHabsFan on Nov 22, 2010 17:58:38 GMT -5
Hooray! Danny Kristo scored his first goal of the year after 14 games. He now has 1 goal and 3 assists on the season. Quite a disappointing start given Kristo is a sophomore and was a solid contributor on last year's WJC gold medal team. There's still time for him to pick up the pace, but the college hockey season is short (around 40 games including post-season) and they are already about 35% of the way through. Kristo had 36 points in 41 games last year, so he's well off that pace. I have read a number of pretty reliable reports from those that have seen him play a lot this season and the reports are positive with respect to his effort level and his overall game. He just is snake bitten, as the pucks just don't seem to want to go in for him this season. I do hope that this goal breaks that goose egg and they start going in for him. I figured after last year's success at UND and at the WJC, that another good season this year would have him in a pretty good place to consider signing a pro contract in the off season and joining the Dogs next season. As you say, the NCAA season is short, but there is still plenty of hockey for him to still pull off a good season. He is on a good team, so he could be playing quite late in the season if all the ducks line up for him. North Dakota are currently ranked 9th, but were one of the pre-season favourites to win it all. Still lot's of hockey to be played yet, even if it is only on the weekends!! |
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Post by seventeen on Nov 23, 2010 1:13:08 GMT -5
2. Mark MacMillan (RW/C, Penticton Vees, BCHL) - I happened to catch two of Mark's games live at the World Junior A Challenge and came away a bit underwhelmed, but he sure has been on a tear since returning to his club team. In his last game, he managed the hat trick and two assists to pad his stats with a big five point night. He now has 16 points in his 10 games played. Considering he missed a chunk of the season with injury, he does now seem to be hitting his stride. He is off to North Dakota next season, so this will be his last season playing at home (he is a Penticton lad). Honourable Mention: Alexei Emelin (D, Ak Bars Kazan, KHL) - A name that just never seems to go away. Alexei is coming off scoring a goal in each of his last three games and now has tied his RSL/KHL career highs in both goals and assists. He is playing a solid two way game and still managing to find his way to the penalty box, indicative of his willingness to play a very physical style of hockey. 42 pim to date is quite a few in the KHL. Now, will this kid ever make the jump over and don the bleu-blanc-rouge? Who knows, but next summer could be the "perfect storm" with a number of vets like Hammer and Gill all seeing their contract end. He still is only 24, but I guess I am now officially in the "once bitten" club with regards to Emelin, as the annual rumours of his pending contract signing with the Habs is now wearing pretty thin. As much as I think he would be a good addition in the offseason, I remain in the camp that will believe it when we see it. Re MacMillan: I've got to try and make the Dec 11th game of Penticton vs the Silverbacks in town here. If so, I can give you a summary (providing he isn't hurt, which happened to me when I went to see Josef Balej play a few years ago). re: Emelin: I still haven't lost hope, probably because the Habs really, badly need a young defenseman who can throw his weight around in addition to P.K. I gather his contract expires, so hopefully the Habs are talking nicely to his agent. If they have enough confidence in his game, they should give him a one way contract. |
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Post by NWTHabsFan on Nov 23, 2010 15:42:54 GMT -5
Re MacMillan: I've got to try and make the Dec 11th game of Penticton vs the Silverbacks in town here. If so, I can give you a summary (providing he isn't hurt, which happened to me when I went to see Josef Balej play a few years ago). re: Emelin: I still haven't lost hope, probably because the Habs really, badly need a young defenseman who can throw his weight around in addition to P.K. I gather his contract expires, so hopefully the Habs are talking nicely to his agent. If they have enough confidence in his game, they should give him a one way contract. Here is an interesting piece on MacMillan. It's a good read. asterixcanada.wordpress.com/2010/10/17/but-who-is-mark-macmillan/He is a really intruiging prospect, because his weight (or lack thereof) kept him from being drafted higher, because he put up good offensive numbers with his brother and other linemate in Alberni Valley last season. He was 9th in league scoring as a 17 year old. Not too shabby. He does still look quite skinny on his frame, but he likely has room and time to develop that mass. If you read above, that is a big reason for him choosing the BCHL/NCAA route over playing for the Vancouver Giants. It gives him more gym time. The kid is thinking longer term. He is not a bad skater, as he gets from A to B reasonably well, but his stride is a bit choppy and he really skates slouched over. A few summers of skating work will improve his speed as it seems only to be technique. I am sure as he physically matures, his stride will be stronger as well. Despite his size, he does a few things very well. He is good at using his body to protect the puck. He cycles well. He also finishes his checks. Now, he didn't knock anyone into the second row in the two games I saw, but at least he did not skate away and avoid contact. He has the offensive skillset, good puck abilities, and he does not shy away from getting into position to score. Just add some more weight and strength, and he should be able to take that to the next level in the NCAA next season. Regarding Emelin, I really think this offseason is the time when opportunity knocks to get a deal done and get him over here. What remains to be seen is whether he has any interest or not, of if he just uses the Habs' interest to pad his stock and bargaining power back home. I am losing faith, but not losing hope. He would add something to the Habs back line that it needs to address, in a physical presence and a player who is not as much fun to play against. He will be 25 in April, so can get a one year entry level deal with signing and performance bonuses, which can add up and be at least a bit competitive. The real bargaining chip is that he can go to a regular non-entry level deal the following year where the team can up the ante with money if all works well in his first year. So, the team has some bargaining chips, but not necessarily in the first year. If he is willing to look longer term, it could work out for both parties. Andre Markov likely has some down time this season, he should be getting Emelin on his speed dial pronto!! I am sure the Habs will have interest in the offseason, but will Emelin? |
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Post by legaspesien on Dec 2, 2010 20:01:32 GMT -5
After Max Pac it's Ramo to be name player of thr month for november in the KHL
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Post by NWTHabsFan on Dec 3, 2010 1:04:21 GMT -5
After Max Pac it's Ramo to be name player of thr month for november in the KHL Yeah, he has been playing really well and putting up some superb numbers. Wonder if he will want to come back next season and play one game a month after this year's success in the KHL so far. |
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Post by Lord Bebop on Dec 12, 2010 18:12:08 GMT -5
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Post by NWTHabsFan on Jan 6, 2011 12:51:12 GMT -5
As we kick off 2011, it is probably time for a reflection on my picks for another Top Three Prospect list:
Karri Ramo, G, Avangard Omsk (KHL) – His team sits with the 11th best record in the 24 team league, but Karri’s numbers are darn impressive. The 24 year old 6’3” 207 lb Finn who came over from Tampa in the Cedrick Desjardins deal is tearing up the Russian league with a 23-6-3 record, 1.91 gaa, .929 save percentage and 5 shutouts. He also represented Finland in one game at the Karjala Cup and shutout the Czech Republic in that game. His contract runs out at the end of the season, and then it is decision time for the talented Finnish netminder. One start a month under JM a la Alex Auld is likely not all that attractive, but man what a killer kombo Price and Ramo would potentially make. The Habs do have his rights until the summer of 2014.
David Desharnais, C, Hamilton/Montreal (AHL/NHL) – Just before the little 5’6” centreman was called up to the Habs, he was leading the AHL in scoring despite the recent departure and callup of his goal scoring winger, Max Pacioretty. DD was named the AHL player of the week for the last week in December and also the AHL player of the month for December. Linemate Pacioretty was the AHL player of the month for November, likely helped along from a DD pass or two!! He is always going to be considered too small, but he just keeps succeeding and no one will ever question his work ethic, speed or on-ice vision and hockey sense.
Joonas Nattinen, C, Espoo Blues (SM-liiga, Finland) – The just turned 20 year old 6’3” 198 lb centre missed most of the fall due to an Achilles tendon surgery. In fact, his return to action was only as recently as November 27th. He was named to the Finnish WJC team, and got 8 games of warm up back home, 4 in the SM-liiga, 2 in the second division, and 2 in the Finnish junior league, where he picked up 2 assists. The junior games were to get him in game shape in his recovery from injury. After a lot of bouncing around in a short period of time, he came over to Buffalo and put up decent numbers as the team’s #2 centre, and primary two way centre. He scored in each of his first three games, and was held pointless in his last three, although he did leave the Russian quarter final early with an injury. He showed some good physical play, some very responsible two way play, and was 4th in the tourney at the face off dot, winning at a 63.5% clip. Of note, he was a tournament high +31 on faceoff +/-, so he took a lot of faceoffs and won a lot of them.
Honourable Mention: Danny Kristo, RW, Univ of North Dakota (NCAA) – 20 year old speedster Danny was a mainstay on my lists last year, but has struggled offensively this season. A lot of prospect followers were wondering what was going on, but those that have watched his games reported that he was doing a lot of good things, but the puck just was not going in for him. He also was bumped to a lower line, due to the team’s depth up front. He seemed to statistically turn a corner in December, and now has 12 points in 21 games. Of note is the fact that 7 of those points have come in his last 4 games. His team is on a roll too, as the Fighting Sioux start 2011 ranked #2 in the country, have an NCAA high 14 wins, and are on the nation’s longest unbeaten streak.
Patriotic Honourable Mention: Louis Leblanc, C, Montreal Juniors (QMJHL) – One of the big reasons Louis moved from Harvard to the Q was to get more ice time and make the WJC team. Mission accomplished. Louis did see a lot of different linemates in his 7 games, but he still managed to be a point a game player in mainly a PK and 4th line cycle, grinding game. It is always interesting to see how “stars” from their junior teams adapt to their roles on a WJC squad. He still needs to add weight and likely another skating gear, but you can see the hockey smarts and work ethic. Eventually, that silver medal will be cherished. Maybe not last night quite yet.
EDIT: Louis' 7 points was good for fourth on Team Canada, after Schenn, Ellis and Johansen.
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Post by Lord Bebop on Jan 6, 2011 16:23:16 GMT -5
As we kick off 2011, it is probably time for a reflection on my picks for another Top Three Prospect list: Karri Ramo, G, Avangard Omsk (KHL) – His team sits with the 11th best record in the 24 team league, but Karri’s numbers are darn impressive. The 24 year old 6’3” 207 lb Finn who came over from Tampa in the Cedrick Desjardins deal is tearing up the Russian league with a 23-6-3 record, 1.91 gaa, .929 save percentage and 5 shutouts. He also represented Finland in one game at the Karjala Cup and shutout the Czech Republic in that game. His contract runs out at the end of the season, and then it is decision time for the talented Finnish netminder. One start a month under JM a la Alex Auld is likely not all that attractive, but man what a killer kombo Price and Ramo would potentially make. The Habs do have his rights until the summer of 2014. David Desharnais, C, Hamilton/Montreal (AHL/NHL) – Just before the little 5’6” centreman was called up to the Habs, he was leading the AHL in scoring despite the recent departure and callup of his goal scoring winger, Max Pacioretty. DD was named the AHL player of the week for the last week in December and also the AHL player of the month for December. Linemate Pacioretty was the AHL player of the month for November, likely helped along from a DD pass or two!! He is always going to be considered too small, but he just keeps succeeding and no one will ever question his work ethic, speed or on-ice vision and hockey sense. Joonas Nattinen, C, Espoo Blues (SM-liiga, Finland) – The just turned 20 year old 6’3” 198 lb centre missed most of the fall due to an Achilles tendon surgery. In fact, his return to action was only as recently as November 27th. He was named to the Finnish WJC team, and got 8 games of warm up back home, 4 in the SM-liiga, 2 in the second division, and 2 in the Finnish junior league, where he picked up 2 assists. The junior games were to get him in game shape in his recovery from injury. After a lot of bouncing around in a short period of time, he came over to Buffalo and put up decent numbers as the team’s #2 centre, and primary two way centre. He scored in each of his first three games, and was held pointless in his last three, although he did leave the Russian quarter final early with an injury. He showed some good physical play, some very responsible two way play, and was 4th in the tourney at the face off dot, winning at a 63.5% clip. Of note, he was a tournament high +31 on faceoff +/-, so he took a lot of faceoffs and won a lot of them. Honourable Mention: Danny Kristo, RW, Univ of North Dakota (NCAA) – 20 year old speedster Danny was a mainstay on my lists last year, but has struggled offensively this season. A lot of prospect followers were wondering what was going on, but those that have watched his games reported that he was doing a lot of good things, but the puck just was not going in for him. He also was bumped to a lower line, due to the team’s depth up front. He seemed to statistically turn a corner in December, and now has 12 points in 21 games. Of note is the fact that 7 of those points have come in his last 4 games. His team is on a roll too, as the Fighting Sioux start 2011 ranked #2 in the country, have an NCAA high 14 wins, and are on the nation’s longest unbeaten streak. Patriotic Honourable Mention: Louis Leblanc, C, Montreal Juniors (QMJHL) – One of the big reasons Louis moved from Harvard to the Q was to get more ice time and make the WJC team. Mission accomplished. Louis did see a lot of different linemates in his 7 games, but he still managed to be a point a game player in mainly a PK and 4th line cycle, grinding game. It is always interesting to see how “stars” from their junior teams adapt to their roles on a WJC squad. He still needs to add weight and likely another skating gear, but you can see the hockey smarts and work ethic. Eventually, that silver medal will be cherished. Maybe not last night quite yet. According to the blogger on Habsprospects we have 4 prospects to sign by this June or we lose his rights. Nättinen, Petteri Similä, Joe Stejskal and Patrick Johnson. The blogger makes a good point about Andreas Engqvist playing the same role as Nättinen would play in Hamilton so he may not have a spot with the 'Dogs. I like Stejskal out of the other three but his developement kind of stagnated in the NCAA. Similä and Johnson will be hard pressed to get a contract. habprospects.com/modules.php?name=News&file=article&sid=152&mode=&order=0&thold=0 |
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Post by NWTHabsFan on Jan 6, 2011 16:53:16 GMT -5
According to the blogger on Habsprospects we have 4 prospects to sign by this June or we lose his rights. Nättinen, Petteri Similä, Joe Stejskal and Patrick Johnson. The blogger makes a good point about Andreas Engqvist playing the same role as Nättinen would play in Hamilton so he may not have a spot with the 'Dogs. I like Stejskal out of the other three but his developement kind of stagnated in the NCAA. Similä and Johnson will be hard pressed to get a contract. habprospects.com/modules.php?name=News&file=article&sid=152&mode=&order=0&thold=0Dan (a.k.a. montreal) knows our prospects as well as anyone, that's for sure. The Engqvist reference to Nattinen is an interesting one, as the Habs signed Andreas to a three year deal after their development camp and then loaned him to his Swedish SEL team for the first year in his three year entry deal. I can see a similar thing happening with Nattinen if the Habs like him enough to not want to lose his rights, but also don't think he is quite ready to come on over. Another year or two developing at home is never the worst thing, especially in Finland where their style of hockey is quite similar to that in NA. That being said, if he really wants to play in the NHL at some point, getting his feet wet in the system in Hamilton really is the way to go. He has been over for some development camps, so the kid has some interest to play in the NHL. Simila and Johnson I don't see getting a contract. The lack of solid goaltending prospect depth is a bit of a worry though. Maybe Mayer and Delmas will get better with time. Stejskal would be worth a contract to see how his game translates at the AHL level. He has a big shot, good mobility, and can play physically. Why not? I know Dan refers to the number of NHL contracts in his article. The Habs currently only have 46 guys under NHL contract, which still leaves them 4 under the 50 maximum. Leblanc and Lefebvre are under contract and theirs will kick in against the 50 max next season once they leave juniors. I would expect that if the team added Nattinen and/or Stejskal to an entry level contract, that it would come at the expense of another prospect under contract not being resigned. Management will definitely want to leave some wiggle room to be able to add a roster player or two at the trade deadline without necessarily having to move a player under contract to free up space. |
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Post by Willie Dog on Jan 6, 2011 17:04:20 GMT -5
Good article on 5 Habs prospects www.cyberpresse.ca/sports/hockey/201101/06/01-4357591-le-bilan-de-mi-saison-des-espoirs-du-ch.phpFrench Le Championnat du Monde Junior - ou les espoirs Louis Leblanc et fait belle figure Joonas Nattinen ONT - Termine hier s'est à Buffalo. À la mi-saison du Canadien, l'occasion de se est belle sur les principaux pencher espoirs du Tricolore. Fait pour les derniers mois de quoi Voyons ONT meat Ching d'entre eux.
Danny Kristo
Canadien en 2008 par le premier joueur repêché, Kristo avait joué un role de premier plan pour l'Equipe or au Mondial de l'américaine conquête dance sa junior. Mais cette année, avec l'Université North Dakota, Kristo Marque n'a qu'un but sound à 20 premiers matchs.
"Après quelques matchs, copper à presser le jeu et on s'est de provoquer des choses à tricher Athens, a expliqué à l'entraîneur Dave Hackstol La Presse. Or, the last six jeu les semaines qui s'est amélioré Dance précédé Noël ONT. Il n'a pas seulement capable de trouver le fond du filet meat. "
PU se permettre d'être parce que a patient Hackstol North Dakota est au premier rang de sa division. "Mais on en a besoin de sa contribution deuxième moitié de saison", at-il souligné.
Kristo - entrevue en portant que l'on a vu un T-shirt ... des Oilers d'Edmonton - a compris le message. Il a un but inscrit deux mentions d'Aida et le 30 décembre, lors du premier match des Fêtes congé le suivant.
Ryan White
Il pourrait bien être le prochain par le Tricolore rappelé joueur, de la façon dont on se remettra dépendant de la blessure à un genou qui l'a écarté jusqu'au 19 décembre de la competition. Retrouver à tout le temps qu'il mettra Le Canadien surveillera synchronisme last. Attaquant L'affiche de deux buts et SEPT ANS 22 points en 22 matchs.
"We demeurer en santé de Louis greenhouse difficile, l'a dit des Bulldogs entraîneur-chef, Randy Cunneyworth. Il pratique un style éreintant. Ryan apporte toutes les facettes du jeu de la ténacité dance. Lorsqu'on a besoin de quelqu'un pour l'adversaire fatiguer, Notre homme est years. "
White meat dernier l'avait amélioré son conditionnement physique, mais cette forme physique amener Cunneyworth souhaite le voir encore à un niveau supérieur, Athens, entre autres de mieux le protéger des blessures.
Mais alors que le CH pourrait avoir besoin de les forces fraîches reposer Plekanec in Athens the best way to select the most infériorité Halpern, White n'a pas vraiment utilisé Dance meat CES situations à Hamilton, contrairement à l'année dernière.
Jarred Tinordi
On dit qu'il faut être patient avec les vrai avec le plus recent s'annonce We défenseurs et choix du Canadien de Premiere ronde. Most debut de saison, l'entraîneur Dale Hunter, the London Knights des, sur la glace ne pouvait l'envoyer aux meilleurs trios adverses face. Et la vitesse du jeu à l'ajustement à un calendrier et un nombre accru de charge plus à chaque match présences étaient trop pour Louis. Or, Tinordi, age de 18 ANS, a récemment pris des responsabilités d'un troisième ou quatrième dignes défenseur.
On dit que pour un jeune de 6'7 NOUS, on n'est pas encore assez Fort. Or, on joue de façon de plus en plus robuste, et se fait frapper sait quand moins souvent à battre un Contre un. Il reste à améliorer la qualité de Louis sound passes.
Alexei action
We fait des années que l'on parle de l'arrivée de ce NOUS défenseur robuste. On semble que ce soit plus que jamais mais réaliste. Pierre Gauthier renouvelé a auprès de l'intérêt d'amener son action à Montréal agent, Don Meehan. Discute avec sa famille présentement action - a year, est un jeune enfant et Marie - PERSPECTIVES des de vue de la prochaine déménagement en Amérique du Nord en saison. NOUS qu'Emelin On dit que voulait faire autant sécuriser sa position personnelle avant de faire le grand saut mûrir son jeu.
Qui pourrait peut se marier's a style of action-être davantage à la KHL qu'à la LNH, mais demeure year's Fort défenseur estimé la-bas. Avec le Kazan, on joue par plus de 22 minutes match, on connaît sa meilleure saison en attaque avec 16 points en 38 matchs avec KHL et de la Pointe au cinquième rang the sound pénalité 95 minutes.
Karri Ramo
Pierre Gauthier finlandais que le gardien a meat dernier l'acquis de Retour du Lightning de Tampa Bay en fait des merveilles avec l'Cédrick Desjardins d'Avangard Omsk, KHL dans la. Une fiche de 23-6 en 33 matchs present year, doublée d'une moyenne de 1.91, en ce qui fait le gardien par excellence de la Ligue. Certains auraient PU croire qu'il en Russie n'allait Passer qu'une saison et l'adjoint de conditions qu'il l'an prochain Carey Price. Rien n'est moins sur.
"Omsk aimerait Louis et faire signer un contrat with the Nouveau aborder vont avec moi la question à un certain moment", a expliqué à l'agent Mark Gandler La Presse . Qu'en du Canadien est-il? "Nous devons attendre l'offre de Montréal, l'évaluer et se décider. Quelle façon la qualité de l'offre de l'Equipe entend utiliser Karri NOUS dira. "Entre les lignes, on comprend que l'utilisation d'argent et le temps feront la pencher balance. Manual de la Côte du risque de Russie pencher.English The Junior World Championships - where hopes Louis Leblanc and Joonas Nattinen were handsome - ended yesterday in Buffalo. In mid-season Canadian, is an excellent opportunity to address the main hopes of the Habs. Let's see what has been done in recent months to five of them.
Danny Kristo
First player drafted by the Canadiens in 2008, Kristo had played a leading role for Team USA in its quest for gold at the World Juniors. But this year, with the University of North Dakota, Kristo has scored one goal in his first 20 games.
"After a few games, he began to squeeze the game and cheat to make things happen, told La Presse coach Dave Hackstol. However, his game has improved in the six weeks preceding Christmas. He has not even been able to find the back of the net. "
Hackstol could afford to be patient because North Dakota is at the forefront of his division. "But we need his contribution in the second half of the season," he said.
Kristo - we saw an interview wearing a t-shirt ... Edmonton Oilers - got the message. He scored a goal and two assists on Dec. 30, in the first game after the Christmas break.
Ryan White
It could well be the next player recalled by the Canadiens, depending on how he recovers from a knee injury that has sidelined him from competition until 19 December. The Canadiens will monitor the time it will regain its timing. The 22 years shows two goals and seven points in 22 games.
"It will be difficult to stay healthy," said Bulldogs head coach Randy Cunneyworth. He practices a style exhausting. Ryan brings toughness in all facets of the game When you need someone to tire the opponent, he's our man. "
White had improved his fitness last summer, but wants to see Cunneyworth bring this physical form to a still higher order inter alia to better protect it from injury.
But while the CH may need fresh forces outnumbered the rest to Plekanec and Halpern, White has not really been used in these situations in Hamilton, unlike last year.
Jarred Tinordi
He is said to be patient with the defenders and it looks real with the newest first-round pick of the Canadiens. Early in the season, coach Dale Hunter, London Knights, could send the ice against the best opponents trios. The speed of the game and adjusting to a busier schedule and a greater number of presence in every game were too much for him. However, Tinordi, aged 18, has recently taken responsibility worthy of a third or fourth defender.
We are told that for a young 6'7, it is not yet strong enough. Now, he plays a more and more robust, knows when to hit and gets beaten less often one against one. It remains to improve the quality of his passes.
Alexei Emelin
It's been years that we are talking about the arrival of this sturdy defender. But it seems to be more realistic than ever. Pierre Gauthier has renewed with the agent Don Meehan to bring its interest in Montreal Emelin. Emelin is discussing with his family - he is married with a young child - the prospect of moving to North America for the next season. We are told qu'Emelin would secure his position as personal as his game to mature before taking the plunge.
Emelin has a style that could marry perhaps more to the NHL as the KHL, but he remains a strong supporter found there. With Kazan, he played over 22 minutes per game, he knows his best season in attack with 16 points in 38 games and advanced to fifth place in the KHL with his 95 penalty minutes.
Karri Ramo
The Finnish goalkeeper Pierre Gauthier acquired last summer from Tampa Bay in return for Cedrick Desjardins done wonders with Avangard Omsk in the KHL. He has a 23-6 record in 33 games, doubled from an average of 1.91, making it the ultimate guardian of the League. Some might have thought he would spend a season in Russia and it would be Carey Price's assistant next year. Nothing is less certain.
"Omsk would like him to sign a new contract and they will discuss the matter with me at some point," said agent Mark Gandler to La Presse . What about Canadian? "We must await the availability of Montreal, evaluate and decide. The quality of provision will tell how the team intends to use Karri. "Between the lines, we understand that money and airtime will tip the balance. She may lean towards Russia. |
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Post by Lord Bebop on Jan 6, 2011 17:12:13 GMT -5
Thanks for the article. I promised myself i will never get excited to hear that Alexei Emelin is thinking of coming to Montreal. I'm of the opinion he will get lots of money to stay in Russia and we will be hard pressed to pay as we don't know if he is NHL ready. I don't think he will be happy playing in the AHL for $70,000 when he could be making, what I would guess, a couple of million in the KHL. Ramo could be in the same situation as he will command a big pay raise as well IMO. Dan (a.k.a. montreal) knows our prospects as well as anyone, that's for sure. The Engqvist reference to Nattinen is an interesting one, as the Habs signed Andreas to a three year deal after their development camp and then loaned him to his Swedish SEL team for the first year in his three year entry deal. I can see a similar thing happening with Nattinen if the Habs like him enough to not want to lose his rights, but also don't think he is quite ready to come on over. Another year or two developing at home is never the worst thing, especially in Finland where their style of hockey is quite similar to that in NA. That being said, if he really wants to play in the NHL at some point, getting his feet wet in the system in Hamilton really is the way to go. He has been over for some development camps, so the kid has some interest to play in the NHL. Simila and Johnson I don't see getting a contract. The lack of solid goaltending prospect depth is a bit of a worry though. Maybe Mayer and Delmas will get better with time. Stejskal would be worth a contract to see how his game translates at the AHL level. He has a big shot, good mobility, and can play physically. Why not? I know Dan refers to the number of NHL contracts in his article. The Habs currently only have 46 guys under NHL contract, which still leaves them 4 under the 50 maximum. Leblanc and Lefebvre are under contract and theirs will kick in against the 50 max next season once they leave juniors. I would expect that if the team added Nattinen and/or Stejskal to an entry level contract, that it would come at the expense of another prospect under contract not being resigned. Management will definitely want to leave some wiggle room to be able to add a roster player or two at the trade deadline without necessarily having to move a player under contract to free up space. Ya it's one of, if not the best Habs prospect's information sites i know of. |
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Post by NWTHabsFan on Jan 6, 2011 18:13:53 GMT -5
Ah yes, the ever-recurring Alexei Emelin (he is coming over for sure this time...followed by oops he just signed a KHL contract) debate starts a little early this year. It usually does not appear until nearer or during the offseason.
He is having a great season offensively, and has not lost any of his ability to find his way to the penalty box either. I think he would be a good addition to the Habs, and likely would not spend any time in the AHL, so the money debate would be entry-level NHL contract and signing bonus versus KHL money (advantage KHL in the short term for sure), also factoring in a better earning potential in the NHL with subsequent contracts (too much unknown, so not exactly advantage NHL on this one until he proves himself).
The wife and young child is a potential X factor, that sure would work in favour of staying in Russia.
I would just like to see him over to see what he really can do over a few years in this system. The Habs do lack a defender quite like him.
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Post by Willie Dog on Jan 7, 2011 11:29:04 GMT -5
Can we trade Akost to Kazan for Emelin?
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Post by Doc Holliday on Jan 7, 2011 12:01:15 GMT -5
You're a star of your team and the league, a multi-millionaire paying no tax, and you're playing in your homeland where you live happilly with your young family.
Out of the blue, you are going to throw it all away, leave to a foreign country, for less money on a team that will put you in a role you ignore...
...tempting ain't it...
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Post by NWTHabsFan on Jan 7, 2011 13:54:05 GMT -5
You're a star of your team and the league, a multi-millionaire paying no tax, and you're playing in your homeland where you live happilly with your young family. Out of the blue, you are going to throw it all away, leave to a foreign country, for less money on a team that will put you in a role you ignore... ...tempting ain't it... Yeah, I like the hope that he may eventually come over here, I just don't a whole lot of stock in it ever happening. As he gets more and more financially and personally established back home, the odds get smaller and smaller. |
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Post by sergejean on Jan 8, 2011 0:11:34 GMT -5
You're a star of your team and the league, a multi-millionaire paying no tax, and you're playing in your homeland where you live happilly with your young family. Out of the blue, you are going to throw it all away, leave to a foreign country, for less money on a team that will put you in a role you ignore... ...tempting ain't it... Yeah, I like the hope that he may eventually come over here, I just don't a whole lot of stock in it ever happening. As he gets more and more financially and personally established back home, the odds get smaller and smaller. On the contrary, having achieved some success in a competitive but yet lesser league while making good money, he could also be tempted to try his luck in the best league of the world... if the Habs were to be aggressive and put out a 2 year offer at 1M each per for exemple... |
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Anyone know of his contract status, and whether there is any chance he returns to N.A.? It got pretty ugly for him for a time in Hamilton, and he had a tendency for lazy penalties at bad times. Maybe the light has flipped on....
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