RunninWithTheDevil Posted October 9, 2014 Share Posted October 9, 2014 (edited) I think its obvious that one or more of the trio will be gone this year, Larsson seemed to ramp it up today though. A lot of people really like the kid here; and talk about how important it is that we have a top 5 draft pick, but if the kid can't produce here then see what we can get for him and let him try with a team that he fits. edit: im not complaining about sitting any of these guys at all just bringing this to light Tom Gulitti @TGfireandice · It is official that Josefson, Brunner and Larsson are out tonight. Tom Gulitti @TGfireandice · 14m DeBoer said the 20 players who had the best camps are playing tonight, but also said the decisions were "splitting hairs." Tom Gulitti @TGfireandice · 15m DeBoer said he told all three players out tonight their opportunities will come and to be ready. Tom Gulitti @TGfireandice · 14m Brunner had a real positive attitude (at least outwardly) about sitting. "I'm here when they are, when they need me." Tom Gulitti @TGfireandice · 13m Larsson took it a lot harder. Said it was "probably the hardest healthy scratch I'm going through." Tom Gulitti @TGfireandice · 12m Larsson talked during camp and preseason about not wanting to sit and watch games again. "And now I'm here doing it again," he said. Tom Gulitti @TGfireandice · 4m Larsson on why he's not playing: “I don’t really want a reason. All that matters for me is if I’m in or I’m out." Edited October 9, 2014 by RunninWithTheDevil Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Devilsfan118 Posted October 9, 2014 Share Posted October 9, 2014 Posted this elsewhere, but Larsson is pretty close to asking for a one way ticket out of town with these quotes. PBD sure hates his Non-Canadian young players /only slight sarcasm Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Z-Man Posted October 9, 2014 Share Posted October 9, 2014 Posted this elsewhere, but Larsson is pretty close to asking for a one way ticket out of town with these quotes. I'd bet that's exactly what he wants. Either that, or he'll just sign with a Swedish/KHL team next year when his contract is up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RunninWithTheDevil Posted October 9, 2014 Author Share Posted October 9, 2014 we can't let him leave to Europe lets get SOMETHING for him Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Onddeck Posted October 9, 2014 Share Posted October 9, 2014 no good on the Larsson front. wow. we gotta do something with him fast... TRADE or play him Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Devilsfan118 Posted October 9, 2014 Share Posted October 9, 2014 we can't let him leave to Europe lets get SOMETHING for himGMs know he's a flight risk. Devils aren't getting much for him at this point, especially if he's not playing..This is how you ruin a young prospect and sour the relationship between player and club. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hystyk28 Posted October 9, 2014 Share Posted October 9, 2014 (edited) I don't see anything scandalous here. He wants to be in, which is what you want from any player. I am sure Brunner see a guy like Zubrus playing top 6 minutes and it drives him crazy. Who is Adam better than? Edited October 9, 2014 by hystyk28 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mitico12 Posted October 9, 2014 Share Posted October 9, 2014 (edited) It's tough to see the likes of Merril / Severson / and Gellinas get in the lineup ahead of you, especially considering that they're your contemporaries, were drafted lower, and got to the team after you. This is a tough pill to swallow for Larsson. I'm sure Lou is drumming up interest for a trade, but just throwing him away for nothing would be foolish at this point. TG writing these quotes about Larsson can also be inflamatory too...Larsson is a kid, away from his family, and disappointed to not have been considered for the lineup. I would have been in the same boat too if I was Larsson. Edited October 9, 2014 by Mitico12 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MadDog2020 Posted October 9, 2014 Share Posted October 9, 2014 I think Larsson is ready to go upside Pete's head with a tire iron at this point... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RunninWithTheDevil Posted October 9, 2014 Author Share Posted October 9, 2014 I blame Salvador to some extent why doesnt he act like a damn leader for once and help these kids Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hystyk28 Posted October 9, 2014 Share Posted October 9, 2014 I blame Salvador to some extent why doesnt he act like a damn leader for once and help these kids What does this even mean? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marv4Life Posted October 9, 2014 Share Posted October 9, 2014 Was Larsson that bad in the preseason? Cause I dunno how Severson made it over him. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RunninWithTheDevil Posted October 9, 2014 Author Share Posted October 9, 2014 What does this even mean? Do you think Larsson would've had this Space-Jam-esque skill decline if he played with Stevens? Lead by example. Im not entirely blaming him but hes just as useless and silent Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SterioDesign Posted October 9, 2014 Share Posted October 9, 2014 What does this even mean? this means put his legs under the bus and ask the driver to run over it. Thats was he meant Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Onddeck Posted October 9, 2014 Share Posted October 9, 2014 Do you think Larsson would've had this Space-Jam-esque skill decline if he played with Stevens? Lead by example. Im not entirely blaming him but hes just as useless and silent well, cmon you have no idea what goes on in the locker room.. when you say silent, you just mean hes silent in talking to Larsson through a reporter i guess Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RunninWithTheDevil Posted October 9, 2014 Author Share Posted October 9, 2014 I just feel as the captain he should be trying harder to keep him in line Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
devils102 Posted October 9, 2014 Share Posted October 9, 2014 well, cmon you have no idea what goes on in the locker room.. when you say silent, you just mean hes silent in talking to Larsson through a reporter i guess +1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Devils731 Posted October 9, 2014 Share Posted October 9, 2014 Was Larsson that bad in the preseason? Cause I dunno how Severson made it over him. Larsson looked like he was struggling with some of the same issues he's always struggled with. He needs to improve and that's on himself. Severson really looked inspired at times. We will see how he does against NHL competition but he looked impressive. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SterioDesign Posted October 9, 2014 Share Posted October 9, 2014 (edited) In situation like this a guy only has to tell himself, i'm gonna play better and grab a spot that's the only thing i can do! Thats great. But i can see how SOME PLAYERS / PERSONALITIES would be struggling with trying to play their best (which you have to do with confidence and know youre trusted) and playing knowing that if you fvck up and make one mistake that you'll be sitting on your ass the rest of the game and probably in the stands next game. It's a really really not ideal situation between a coach and a player and it's really a thin line you have to walk for both. But we've heard it about Deboer in Florida that players were playing stressed out to make mistakes and we certainly saw it happen here too. Of course we can easily say. "Grow some balls and play better and you'll get a spot" but it's really not that easy in real life when you're not on the same page as your coach and there's clearly something between Larsson and Deboer here for anyone who played sports at a decent level.... you know this... you need confidence to play well and if you lose confidence it can take awhile to get it back cause you overthink and stress a lot more and doubt what you're doing, its all in your head. Edited October 9, 2014 by SterioDesign Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Onddeck Posted October 9, 2014 Share Posted October 9, 2014 Larsson looked like he was struggling with some of the same issues he's always struggled with. He needs to improve and that's on himself. Severson really looked inspired at times. We will see how he does against NHL competition but he looked impressive. I actually cannot wait to see Severson in action.. i didn't catch any preseason games, so ive never seen the kid play. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hystyk28 Posted October 9, 2014 Share Posted October 9, 2014 (edited) I just feel as the captain he should be trying harder to keep him in line Did I miss some quotes? If everyone here is getting all riled up over the kid saying he is disappointed about being sat then I am confused. This is a non story. If you go around to the other 29 teams you will hear the same thing through the year. It would be more of a story if he said he didn't care. Blaming Sal in any capacity makes no sense to me. Edited October 9, 2014 by hystyk28 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Devs3cups Posted October 9, 2014 Share Posted October 9, 2014 Wow, this whole Larsson situation is really becoming a major concern. Our defence for the future looks solid, but losing Larsson would suck. I really would like to see what LL and PDB are thinking. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RunninWithTheDevil Posted October 9, 2014 Author Share Posted October 9, 2014 (edited) Did I miss some quotes? If everyone here is getting all riled up over the kid saying he is disappointed about being sat then I am confused. This is a non story. If you go around to the other 29 teams you will hear the same thing through the year. It would be more of a story if he said he didn't care. Blaming Sal in any capacity makes no sense to me. Its not a non story. Hes not happy with PDB and its been a problem. i only blamed Salvador because should mediate, but again i dont know what goes on behind closed doors. But Larsson is too important and theres been little improvement to this situation. Edited October 9, 2014 by RunninWithTheDevil Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zubie#8 Posted October 9, 2014 Share Posted October 9, 2014 (edited) The kid still skates in mud and thats a problem since the league is getting faster and faster. I am still shocked that his skating has not improved.EDIT: and this woe is me mentality is laughable. You want to be in the lineup? Outplay your counterparts. End of story. Edited October 9, 2014 by Zubie#8 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jerzey Posted October 9, 2014 Share Posted October 9, 2014 (edited) Trade Larsson for Bartschi. Edited October 9, 2014 by Jerzey Devil Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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