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Post by Cranky on Jun 30, 2013 17:06:52 GMT -5
I cracked up at his interview. I can see it now.....he goes to the bench with a guy hanging under his arm....."what do I do with him when he's unconscious boss?" For ONCE, if he makes it, we wont have to make excuses for lack of size. More please..... Yes, he won't be mistaken for a rocket scientist anytime soon. So, of the guys we were hoping to land, which ones are still available? Was Ian McCoshen one of them? Adam Erne, JT Compher, and RYan Hartman are all still available. As is Zykov, of course. HOLLY MUCKER PLUCKING! The guy is HUGE. He needs quickness and balance and that can be teached. |
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Post by blny on Jun 30, 2013 17:07:17 GMT -5
Common theme in that video is hard minutes. He grind you. He's virtually unmovable. His goal showed good skill coming out of the corner and getting off an accurate wrist shot. Showed a decent redirect on a shot on an earlier PP.
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Post by seventeen on Jun 30, 2013 17:07:48 GMT -5
Aren't they televising any more?
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Post by Gogie on Jun 30, 2013 17:09:11 GMT -5
Aren't they televising any more? Covering the entire draft on TSN. |
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Post by Cranky on Jun 30, 2013 17:09:37 GMT -5
Nexrt....gimme Erne.....
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Post by Bones on Jun 30, 2013 17:09:50 GMT -5
More info on our newest hab.  linkMichael McCarron sticks out like sore thumb on the ice. Not because he’s bad – quite the opposite, actually. His hulking 6’5″ stature gives him away. Even for a big man, the kid has serious talent and it’s shown during his time with the U.S. National Team Development Program. He isn’t the flashiest player on the ice, but you shouldn’t expect such a tall player to have hands like Bobby Orr. He does, however, know his strengths and utilizes them to his advantage. McCarron is effective in front of the net, where he uses his body to shield the keeper’s line-of-sight and bang in any pucks in and around the net. Michael’s skating is adequate, but has continually improved since he first suited up for Team USA. His board play really sticks out, mainly because it’s so hard to win a battle against him in the corner. Given his size and weight advantage, he is known for his physical play in all three zones. McCarron’s wingspan helps his puck control and his shot is well above average. With his impressive showing at World U18 Championship, his name has started to circulate as a possible first round pick. ISS even put him 28th in their Top 30 Rankings for May. If a team is lacking a “big” presence in front of the net or along the boards, McCarron has a good chance at going higher than expected. Scout’s Honor: “A revelation in the tournament, McCarron should continue his rise up many draft boards. At 6-5, 225, he doesn’t have to do much to be noticeable, but it seemed he was doing something every time out. Not just a bruising forward, McCarron showed terrific skating and puck skills. He was incredibly difficult to out battle along the boards and while he didn’t throw his weight around a ton, he showed he can be physical. McCarron has elite puck skills for a player of his size and showed both a willingness to distribute and a lack of fear of his shot, which is quite good. His footwork is solid enough and improving. There’s a good chance a team is going to take the risk late in the first round just because of McCarron’s immense upside. His decision-making could improve a bit, but the physical tools are right where they need to be at this point. McCarron could turn into a heck of a pro hockey player down the line.” Chris Peters – The United States of Hockey “Mike McCarron is huge. There is no other way of saying it. He towers over everyone else on the ice, and he seems to recognize his strengths and limitations in that respect. McCarron plays what I like to call a no-frills game. He plays simple, straight line hockey. He goes to the net and sets up shop. When he has the puck, he’s not looking to get fancy with it. He either shoots it or gets it to one of his teammates. He isn’t going to beat anyone in a stickhandling contest or a race, so he doesn’t bother trying. You like to see that a guy like that understands what his role and capabilities are, and McCarron clearly does.” Robert Benneian – The Scouting Report “McCarron is a valuable physical beast on skates for the United States Development Program’s Under-18 squad, especially when they play the bigger competition of their NCAA schedule. He is a north/south winger that plays up to his size and makes opponents look over their shoulders for his number when he is on the ice. He relishes all contact and wreaks havoc along the wall and in front of the net. He has some impressive tools like strong skating ability, balance on his feet and a hard shot off the rush as well as the ability to finish in close but is not overly creative and needs to compliment an offensive minded linemate to get best results.” Aaron Vickers – Future Considerations |
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Post by Skilly on Jun 30, 2013 17:10:27 GMT -5
As long as McCarron isn't afraid to use his size on Chara .... I'm happy
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Post by Skilly on Jun 30, 2013 17:12:12 GMT -5
Longing at the video posted ..... He reminds me of Bryan Bickell
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Post by Cranky on Jun 30, 2013 17:13:59 GMT -5
Longing at the video posted ..... He reminds me of Bryan Bickell BINGO. Now if we can add Bickell as his mentor. |
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Post by seventeen on Jun 30, 2013 17:14:11 GMT -5
I'm getting disappointed a lot, today. McCoshen is gone to Florida. Damn.
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Post by blny on Jun 30, 2013 17:14:49 GMT -5
Panthers pick McCoshen at 31
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Post by Polarice on Jun 30, 2013 17:15:10 GMT -5
They are comparing him to Xpac....that can't be bad.
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Post by blny on Jun 30, 2013 17:15:12 GMT -5
Avs pick Chris Bigras
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Post by blny on Jun 30, 2013 17:16:47 GMT -5
Tampa picks Adam Erne ... do we pick Fucale?  |
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Post by seventeen on Jun 30, 2013 17:18:07 GMT -5
Our turn next after Adam Erne is taken.....DelaRose. DAmn, a non scorer. I keep getting disappointed.
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Post by blny on Jun 30, 2013 17:18:17 GMT -5
Jacob De La Rose, a swiss, to Habs. Another big forward.
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Post by Polarice on Jun 30, 2013 17:18:34 GMT -5
Another big forward!!
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Post by blny on Jun 30, 2013 17:19:24 GMT -5
Our turn next after Adam Erne is taken.....DelaRose. DAmn, a non scorer. I keep getting disappointed. Hard to say. Lots of kids struggle to score in elite league euro hockey. Another Eller perhaps? |
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Post by blny on Jun 30, 2013 17:21:25 GMT -5
Trade: Carolina trades upcoming pick and McBain to Buffalo for Sekeras.
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Post by Skilly on Jun 30, 2013 17:21:29 GMT -5
Why is Zykov dropping?
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Post by blny on Jun 30, 2013 17:22:21 GMT -5
Good question skilly. Like a stone.
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Post by blny on Jun 30, 2013 17:22:41 GMT -5
Sabres pick Compher.
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Post by Skilly on Jun 30, 2013 17:23:19 GMT -5
Tampa picks Adam Erne ... do we pick Fucale? Patrick Roy passed on his own player ... That speaks volumes about Erne |
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Post by Anardil1 on Jun 30, 2013 17:24:13 GMT -5
McCarron and De La Rose. The Habs are sure building up their 3rd and 4th line depth. So far so  |
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Post by Polarice on Jun 30, 2013 17:24:41 GMT -5
I'll be surprised if the Habs pass on Zykov.
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Post by seventeen on Jun 30, 2013 17:25:58 GMT -5
Habs up again....Hagg? It won't be him, because this is "Disappoint 17 Day".
Yep, Fucale. Sigh.
Oh well, at least it's an option if Price doesn't recover.
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Post by blny on Jun 30, 2013 17:26:08 GMT -5
Habs pick Fucale
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Post by Skilly on Jun 30, 2013 17:26:42 GMT -5
I'll be surprised if the Habs pass on Zykov. Ugh ... Fucale |
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Post by blny on Jun 30, 2013 17:27:49 GMT -5
Skilly, this may or may not put pressure on Price. While I'm not entirely sold on him, this is a good second round pick. He's a fantastic athlete. His playoffs this year were fantastic. He's a competitor.
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Post by Dschens on Jun 30, 2013 17:27:53 GMT -5
Damn, I've hoped for Hagg.
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