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    2024 NHL Entry Draft

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    4 hours ago, GHT120 said:

    But those names had nothing to do with "sentimentalism towards the history of the franchise or are any interest in dipping into nepotism" ... nor did I ever suggest that Koivu Jr would or should in any way be favoured by HuGo et al ... he had been described as "81st, so a NHL long shot depth player" and the names were just intended to point out that picks in the early-80s have panned out in the past and that is why teams still draft instead of just passing.

     

    I wanted the Habs to pick David Spacek last year.

     

    I still do not believe HughGort cares much for nepo-babies.

    2024 NHL Entry Draft

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    Posted · Edited by alfredoh2009

    13 hours ago, DON said:

    What about Florian?

    you are right, I was surprised by that one but the kid is really good.

     

    The names on @GHT120 's list had too many old names, and I woul dbe surprised Koivu JR is favoured by this management team.

    2024 NHL Entry Draft

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    3 hours ago, GHT120 said:

    Longer shot for certain ... but Alexei Zhitnik, Joe Juneau and Steve Kasper were 81st overall picks ... Brian Gionta and Adam Henrique were 82nd ... and Matthew Barnaby and Matt Murray were 83rd overall picks ... so, there is always HOPE.


    I do not believe HughGort have any sentimentalism towards the history of the franchise or are any interest in dipping into nepotism.

    I think that ship is parked on the marketing department and away from hockey decision.

    2023/2024 season playoff discussion

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    3 hours ago, tomh009 said:

    I'm not rooting for Roy. While he was a superb player for the Habs, ultimately he put himself ahead of the team and left. It wasn't all him, but the decision was his. Had he stayed, we might have won another Cup.

     

    I understand the situation, so I'm not holding a grudge, but neither am I going to root for him.

     

    I am rooting for Roy, very unlikely he wins this series, but I am rooting for him.

     

    He is a passionate hockey "lifer" and has a very intense coaching style, while showing his deep knowledge-of and respect-for the game in interviews. I think he is an interesting coach to follow.

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    2023-24 Montreal Canadiens Discussion Thread

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    10 minutes ago, tomh009 said:

    Both Kovacevic and Barron are affordable RD choices. And neither one is old, especially for D--Kovacevic is still only 26. I think either one could be a fit for the Habs' D corps, but probably not both. The decision between the two will depend not only on their skills but also on which style (offensive or defensive) is a better fit--and which of the two will have better trade value.

     

    But, yes, I agree that both can be credible NHL D-men, although probably not both of them in Montreal.

     

    don't forget that MTL is cursed and that key players get hurt at the worst of times. Having extra depth on RD can only be positive

    2023-24 Montreal Canadiens Discussion Thread

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    27 minutes ago, Prime Minister Koivu said:


    I agree there is hope, you just have more of that hope than I do. 
     

    If the plan is to move Guhle back to the left side that would leave Reinbacker, Mailloux, Kovasevic, Barron. With Harris as a pivot. 
     

    Barron has opportunities there

     

    Guhle is more effective on LD. Once Savard is moved or retires (if he stays) Reinbacher, Mailloux, and Barron would be a solid RD. With Kovacevic as a ackup in case of injuries, if he is not traded by that time.

     

    Of course, it depends on how well they all develop

    2023-24 Montreal Canadiens Discussion Thread

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    1 hour ago, Prime Minister Koivu said:


    This makes perfect sense and I expect it will be how HuGo approach it. 

     

     


    I know that I’m in the minority here but I think Kovacevic is far ahead of Barron. 
     

    Kovasevic is pushing the boundaries of second pairing (he can’t handle it yet). 
     

    Barron is pushing the boundaries of #7 Dman 

     

    IMO

     

    If you take their age difference as an indicator of the potential for the younger one to improve. Kovacevic (26) has had 4 more years than Barron (22) to develop.

    At 22, Kovacevic was in the AHL: 29Games 2g 12a 14pts

    Barron's combined AHL;NHL:       80Games 9g 15a 24pts

     

    So, IMHO, there is hope for Barron.

    2023-24 Montreal Canadiens Discussion Thread

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    14 minutes ago, Prime Minister Koivu said:


    Im not sure that Barron has a NHL career, I think he is on the borderline. 
     

    Having said that, I noticed an improvement in his Dzone play when he got called up in the late season. He made simple box out plays and was much better at covering his man. 
     

    Maybe he has enough growth left to have a bottom pairing role. 


    in my potato head eyes, he would be a good replacement for Kovacevic down the road.

    2023/2024 season playoff discussion

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    I watched the end of the NYI game. I am cheering for St-Patrick.

     

    They were in defending mode early in the 3rd and static in their zone (per RDS commentators) ; so at that point I thought that they may screw up. But I was still hoping for a main for them.

    10 hours ago, Sir_Boagalott said:

    Well, that certainly wasn't what I tuned in to see.  Geez, what a collapse that was.  After the Laffs game I put on the NYI vs Cannes game.

     

    When I put the game on it was 3-2 NYI with about 3:30 mins left. After watching for 1 min the Cannes scored to tie it up and then 10 seconds later they scored again to go up 4-3. They got an empty netter 1 min later. Apparently, the NYI were up 3-0 before the 3rd period started and only had a few shots on net the entire period. The Cannes are now up 2-0 in the series.

     

    9 hours ago, Prime Minister Koivu said:

    […]
    Can’t believe the Islanders blew a three goal lead. Not sure they have a chance 

     

    2023/2024 season playoff discussion

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    3 minutes ago, JoeLassister said:

    I'm 40 yo.   I've never seen the Leafs have any success, I've never been upset at the Leafs for beating us.
     

    I will never understand the hate until they elimintate us.   This is why I want them to clear Boston.  Once this is done,  they can get beaten by anyone else, but I don't want the Bruins anywhere near another Stanley Cup. 

     

    yes, I don't that  little puk :1vomit: Marchand anywhere near the cup.

    2023-24 Laval Rocket discussion thread

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    Posted · Edited by alfredoh2009
    added to list of UFAs

    Last game with the Habs organization for Norlinder, Cederqvist, Durandeau, Bourque, Galipeau, Andersson

     

     

    2023-24 Laval Rocket discussion thread

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    Joshua Roy is suspended by the league for tonight's game for an elbow in yesterday's game

     

     

    2023-24 Laval Rocket discussion thread

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    Stephens played hurt last game, he is out tonight. Reinbacher was boarded last night, They will not play tonight in addition to Struble

     

     

    2023-24 Montreal Canadiens Discussion Thread

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    1 hour ago, GHT120 said:

    That doesn't necessarily mean there is no chance of his trading a "crown jewel" ... just means his price point would be higher. 

    are you saying that there is a chance of trading a "crown jewel" (if I take out the double negative), or with the qualifier "necessarily", that it is necessary that he trades a "corwn jewel" at a higher point?

     

    IMHO, there is no rush to move any of the young Ds before the return for Savard is maximized. Then, a decision on any of the prospects will be easier to take with more games to base a decision on.

     

    2023-24 Laval Rocket discussion thread

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    Posted · Edited by alfredoh2009

    some disappointment among the Laval Rocket veterans, feeling that some of the veterans that didn;t play may have done better than a few of the 10 rookies that played tonight.

     

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    On pourra lancer des roches autant qu’on voudra à JF Houle et ses adjoints, mais la plupart des décisions quant à la gestion du personnel ne venaient pas d’eux. Je n’ai jamais senti que le vestiaire avait arrêté de jouer pour JF Houle cette année. Il demeure un entraîneur apprécié de ses joueurs.

     

    my translation:" one could throw rocks (criticize) all we want to JF Houle and his assistants, but most of the decisions with regards to personnel wasn't theirs.  I (Marcotte) never felt the players had stopped playing for JF Houle this year. He remains a coach appreciated by his players"

     

    2023-24 Laval Rocket discussion thread

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    Just now, GHT120 said:

    To give the youngsters maximum exposure to allow them to best prepare for next season ... they are the future of the Habs far more than anyone whose getting another contract depends on how they play tomorrow ... not "nice", but it is the role for an AHL team.

     

    I hope they do not do that. It would be a mistake by J-F Houle if he manages his bench like a house league team

    2023-24 Laval Rocket discussion thread

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    Posted · Edited by alfredoh2009

    4 minutes ago, GHT120 said:

    LOTS of ice-time for Xhekaj and Tuch tomorrow?

     

    why? It's not an exhibition game. Many AHLers on the Rocket team are playing for contracts. If the Habs pushes to play the kids more than deserving Rocket veterans, I will be disappointed for them

     

    Stephens, Maillet, Andersson, Cederqvist, Durandeau

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