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They're still an absolute mess defending in the neutral and d-zones, and until that changes, they won't be making the playoffs any time soon. Can Granato implement a disciplined defensive system when needed? Haven't seen any improvement in that area. Is that because he hasn't emphasized that aspect of the game yet? Or is he just not capable?

fixed... 😘

DG does 2 things well... Players as individuals are developing. His team doesn't quit. That's great for a young team... but I don't believe he's capable of coaching them to the playoffs.

I've noticed 2 significant improvements in his game... He's quicker (acceleration and small area speed) and much more physical. Those were two areas he needed to improve to take the next step. That said, he'll need to continue to work on his foot speed, and overall strength, I think there's still a few more levels he could reach.

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Ok, gotcha. He's a hyper-competitive kid, I believe he'd prefer to take the next step and start his pro career. That said, it depends heavily on what KA wants for him as well.

He's Canadian. I don't believe his childhood dream was to win an NCAA title with Northeastern.

I don't believe KA will gift Levi any NHL games.. both him and Portillo will need to earn their stripes in Rochester before being called up. It's part of the process now, and it needs to be that way moving forward for things to change.

Love the energy! Where's the clips of Eichel doing that?

I'm sorry to say his destiny is that of a career AHL'er.... he's just too small. Do bette... er.. bigger.

The pick is top 10 protected in 2022... so best case the pick defers to next season and it turns into a lottery ball for Bedard/Michkov.

according to my source, no.

Haha... thanks for dumbing it down for me.

Sorry what I meant to say was have 2 defensemen selected #1 OA ever play together on the same team? I can't find any... 🤔

It's refreshing to see them playing some of their best hockey at this time of year. Unusual.

Joly and Green never played together. Neither did Berard and Philips.

My source says KA will be attending the Northeastern game Friday, and staying in Boston over the weekend.. pen and paper in hand?

So best case scenario they miss the playoffs this year, win the lottery, finish DFL next season.

Has there ever been two defensemen selected #1 OA on the same team?

Then I think you have to try and sign both of them, give Levi the chance to start in Roch and let Portillo play a seaon or two of pro in Sweden. Give UPL his opportunity in Buffalo, but sign a quality vet to challenge him and back him up.

Can they sign Portillo and loan him to the SHL next season?

Eakin shoulda been moved as a depth piece to a contender. Addition by subtraction. That said, if they re-sign him and not Hinostroza...

Loving the Quinn pick right now. Not so much the skill set, but the intensity he plays with. Stick tap to the scouting staff, didn't know Quinn was that much of a competitor.