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This a small sample of his work but I do not see Guenther as a 1st overall choice. He’s had a few flashes of talent but he does not look like a go-to guy that I envision a #1 pick to be. Similar sample size with Beniers, but with tougher competition at the U20 and I liked him a lot more. Clarke is good but I don’t see him as a #1 either. He’s no Cale Makar.

I have TSN but no vaccine. I would gladly make that trade. Getting first shot on Friday though.

Getting my first shot of Astra Zeneca this Friday. I’ve heard of hangover type side effects. The alternative was Sputnik V but I was leary about them adding a microchip that would be linked to my phone.

I would prefer the Rangers make the playoffs than the Bruins. However, a good game against these guys and a possible win will continue the growth they have shown under DG. Mustard Wieners!

The Hockey News has a 2020 re-draft. Quinn is 13 and Peterka is 20. I couldn’t provide a link, it was a story in my Apple News. In case you were wondering I am not a techie.

I think TSN is showing all of the Canada games. I know most of you are interested in USA games though.

U18 tournament starts tomorrow in Texas. Lots of potential high draft picks are playing. Some guys have not played in over a year so it will be difficult for them and this may be their only opportunity for scouts to see them before the draft. It’s tough to put a lot of weight on a short tournament but some will standout and rise because of it. Here is a link to the Hockey News story on 15 players to watch. Nearly half of them are 2022 or 2023 eligible but there is some information on 2021 guys. https://www.si.com/hockey/news/top-15-players-to-watch-at-the-under-18-world-championship Number 15 is the kid I’ve mentioned before, goalie Ben Gaudreau, who has not played a game this year. I’ve watched him play minor hockey and in the OHL, I think he may go in the second or third round.

Sabres 2nd rounder will be interesting, a “first rounder” that slips, like JJP in ‘20 perhaps. Arizona losing their pick takes the 32 team draft back to 31.

Dahlin with another multi point game, Sabres 4-3.

I used to admire Peter Forsberg’s skill at doing this. Yeah, Wheeler messed up. Some people even say it could be called interference as Wheeler never touched the puck.

He also wore an A at Western Michigan.

I’m in for Goodrow, not a big producer but he plays all three forward positions and is good on the PK. He is physical and will drop the gloves if required. Cheap addition with a good resume.

As I’m scrolling down the thread, Orpik comes to mind. Lo and behold, you beat me to it.

I’m not sold on him being more than a 4-5 stay at home guy. He may fill that role very capably. He plays a simple game and needs to make better and quicker decisions with the puck. That will come with experience. He is the one that keeps Irwin in the press box so I am happy with that. He is young and developing, he may become a Mike Ramsey. I would take Kjell with some Ulf sprinkled in.

Curious to see UPL perform. My expectations are low but I hope he can play well and keep the team in it.

OHL cancels its season, Memorial Cup cancelled and the WHL playoffs as well. Lots of prospects not getting scouted, this will be an interesting draft to analyze in 3-4 years. Lots of diamonds in the rough.

I like Goodrow, played his last year of OHL in North Bay. He captained the team on a deep playoff run. He can play any forward position, big and fast with some grit. Perfect 4th liner who can move up the lineup. Cup winner.

Caggiula over Eakin has gotta be worth +1? Spoil the Bruins hopes, Hall to miss the playoffs, again.

Pens were better yesterday but the Sabres hung around and could have tied it up. I don’t think the Pens have another gear, the Sabres could adjust and come out better. Goaltending may be the difference and we will get stellar play from ?

Defensively solid and provides some scoring.

Offensive zone man, stay out of the Bjox.

Is Irwin playing F again?

Yeah, Leafs with their deep pockets and cap issues were buying bad contracts on LTIR. Clarkson and Horton come to mind.

Leafs doctors have done it a few times recently. Robidas and Lupul come to mind. Lupul seemed in great shape skiing in the Alps while on LTIR.

Cool stat. I’d like him more if he hadn’t played with the Leafs.