AtomicMapleLeaf
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I say next year they start putting A's on the kids, like Kadri, Reilly, or Gardiner. Not suggesting all 3 three of them but at least put an A on someone who is going to be part of the new core.
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Zanzibar Buck-Buck McFate said:Frank E said:CarltonTheBear said:Peter D. said:I'm sure I'll get flak for saying this, but man, I really didn't notice Phaneuf was gone and is it bad to say I really don't care to see him back?
I hope his return doesn't stunt the progress Rielly and Gardiner were making in his absence.
I think his shot was missed a bit on the powerplay, or even just the threat of his shot. But for the most part the Gardiner-Franson pairing filled in nicely for him. I haven't really watched the game much since the Franson trade so I can't comment on how they've looked then.
Phaneuf is a good defenseman, and none of the guys are ready to step in 23-28 minutes a game on a consistent basis.
I'm of the opinion that the Leafs are going to need a steady presence back there through a rebuild, so I'm not convinced that moving Phaneuf is a priority.
I think Polak or even Robidas could serve that role.
RedLeaf said:Chris said:Zanzibar Buck-Buck McFate said:I think Polak or even Robidas could serve that role.
Yeah, gotta believe that if they can get a good return for Phaneuf, he goes. Other than the PP, I haven't noticed whole lot of difference with him out of the lineup. I don't think he's worth the cost of that contract and don't think he's captain material.
Who would you slap a 'C' on with this current roster?
Frank E said:They can't do the minutes. Playing consistently 20+ minutes a night is a not a common NHL player strength. It's apparently a pretty tough thing to do from a mental and physical perspective. Most NHLers get pretty mistake prone (cue Phaneuf jokes) with that kind of toll on the brain and body.
That's why the big minute munchers of the league get the big bucks, even if they don't put up big point totals.
Frank E said:Zanzibar Buck-Buck McFate said:Frank E said:CarltonTheBear said:Peter D. said:I'm sure I'll get flak for saying this, but man, I really didn't notice Phaneuf was gone and is it bad to say I really don't care to see him back?
I hope his return doesn't stunt the progress Rielly and Gardiner were making in his absence.
I think his shot was missed a bit on the powerplay, or even just the threat of his shot. But for the most part the Gardiner-Franson pairing filled in nicely for him. I haven't really watched the game much since the Franson trade so I can't comment on how they've looked then.
Phaneuf is a good defenseman, and none of the guys are ready to step in 23-28 minutes a game on a consistent basis.
I'm of the opinion that the Leafs are going to need a steady presence back there through a rebuild, so I'm not convinced that moving Phaneuf is a priority.
I think Polak or even Robidas could serve that role.
They can't do the minutes. Playing consistently 20+ minutes a night is a not a common NHL player strength. It's apparently a pretty tough thing to do from a mental and physical perspective. Most NHLers get pretty mistake prone (cue Phaneuf jokes) with that kind of toll on the brain and body.
That's why the big minute munchers of the league get the big bucks, even if they don't put up big point totals.
Heroic Shrimp said:Clarkson traded to Columbus!!!!!
AvroArrow said:Heroic Shrimp said:Clarkson traded to Columbus!!!!!
I honestly thought you were just screwing with us. HOLY SHAGAMADOO!
Heroic Shrimp said:Clarkson traded to Columbus!!!!!
Arn said:Heroic Shrimp said:Clarkson traded to Columbus!!!!!
But who's going to take his place in the lineup.......
AtomicMapleLeaf said:I say next year they start putting A's on the kids, like Kadri, Reilly, or Gardiner. Not suggesting all 3 three of them but at least put an A on someone who is going to be part of the new core.
Heroic Shrimp said:It's Christmas in February!!!
L K said:Phaneuf took a shot off the knee and went to the dressing room.