Jdub Posted August 5, 2005 Share Posted August 5, 2005 (edited) I still say give it to brylin.. he has the respect of his teamates.. and no big ego.. he might be quite but he was voted unsung hero what.. like 8 times (by his teamates).. so i say just give it to him Edited August 5, 2005 by Jdub Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Satans Hockey Posted August 5, 2005 Share Posted August 5, 2005 (edited) The C might be a distraction for Elias, Madden takes too many nights off and has a huge ego.There isn't too many captain worthy players on this team, just give it to Langenbrunner then. <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Langenbrunner? No way Edited August 5, 2005 by Satans Child Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David Puddy Posted August 5, 2005 Share Posted August 5, 2005 I think you can have 3 Assistants & No Captain.No requirement for a team to have a Captain. So Lou may go this way, and it leaves the "C" to Elias upon his return. Of course all this crap is being talked about due to the silence of our current captain! <{POST_SNAPBACK}> I don't see anything in the rules allowing this. http://nhl.com/hockeyu/rulebook/rule14.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aylbert Posted August 5, 2005 Share Posted August 5, 2005 I think you can have 3 Assistants & No Captain.No requirement for a team to have a Captain. So Lou may go this way, and it leaves the "C" to Elias upon his return. Of course all this crap is being talked about due to the silence of our current captain! <{POST_SNAPBACK}> I don't see anything in the rules allowing this. http://nhl.com/hockeyu/rulebook/rule14.html <{POST_SNAPBACK}> (NOTE) Only when the captain is not in uniform, the Coach shall have the right to designate three Alternate Captains. This must be done prior to the start of the game. With Elias as Captain, on the IR, we can name 3 A's Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlueSkirt Posted August 5, 2005 Share Posted August 5, 2005 thanks guys, I guess you just don't have to have a permanent captain, but still need a guy with a "C", unless there's an injury. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redruM Posted August 5, 2005 Share Posted August 5, 2005 Has to be Madden Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SueNJ97 Posted August 5, 2005 Share Posted August 5, 2005 Even though I know it has to be Madden, I just had a vision of the barely 5' 7" Brian Gionta with the 'C'. I just think it's fitting, somehow, although he hasn't been in the NHL long enough for it to happen yet. But it has to, someday. Just to see him arguing with the refs and some 6' 5" captain from the other team. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
capo Posted August 6, 2005 Share Posted August 6, 2005 I'd love to see Gomez as captain, I think he would definitely pick up his game to suit the role. However, I don't see him in the runnings, maybe a few years down the road, but you never know with Larry. I wouldn't be surprised if Ralfalski gets the C, or even Madden. I don't think Madden has the game to back up the role though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaptainRafalski Posted August 6, 2005 Share Posted August 6, 2005 I would go with Rafalski LoL Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nj96 Posted August 6, 2005 Share Posted August 6, 2005 It's going to be interesting who steps up and assumes control. For the first time in over 2 decades there isn't a definitive leader. No Stevens. No Daneyko. No Niedermayer. I have faith that someone will truly take the reigns and take a leadership role. Will it be Madden? Elias? I think Madden, but who knows. It's definitely going to be an interesting transition. -Dan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jdub Posted August 6, 2005 Share Posted August 6, 2005 Im still going with Brylin as my decision.. i understand he's quiet but i think he's the only one left aside from broduer during the "glory years" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ghdi Posted August 6, 2005 Share Posted August 6, 2005 John Madden should be our captain. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ice dog Posted August 23, 2005 Share Posted August 23, 2005 excuse the repeat thread, i got great pain medication for a broken bone...all wacky and fried in the melon this week... so to reiterate my objective opinion...captain maddogg!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Satans Hockey Posted September 7, 2005 Share Posted September 7, 2005 (edited) *bump* since we now know its official I say Madden with the C and Elias and Raf with the A's Edited September 7, 2005 by Satans Child Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darwindog Posted September 7, 2005 Share Posted September 7, 2005 (edited) Sentimental fave is Madden -- it's all I guess on if he and Larry feel he's up to the task as far as communication skills go -- I mean Madden seems to be obsessed with communication skills this pre-season right down to the silly-ass blog! Edited September 7, 2005 by Darwindog Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Swede Posted September 7, 2005 Share Posted September 7, 2005 honestly, I don't feel that elias as C would be the right type of captain for this team. The mentality of the team means that defencemen or defensive forwards fit better into the type of grinder mentality that is the devils. maybe langs could do it, but he doesn't seem to be the type. This was also the reason i disliked having nieds as captain. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darwindog Posted September 7, 2005 Share Posted September 7, 2005 (edited) Langenbrunner is near the top of my list. He's intense enough yet calm enough as well. But he hasn't fallen into that place as of yet -- it comes down to whatever peg falls into the hole, you know? I'm not happy with any f the guys but I know someone will emerge. Neids was a lame captain Able - had the desire to excel in the role once he was in it -- but IMO he was lacking in real desire for the role. Being a captain comes out by accidetn as you strive to help guys - protect guys - teach guys... you can't be self-centered really. Neids liked moe "me" time. I'm not a neider fan - we dont have the same sort of modesty - he makes no sense to me. Anyhow -- I guess it'll be fun to see who falls into the hole. it's be nie to see things click. Shoot guys -- it may even be Parise next year or something Edited September 7, 2005 by Darwindog Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elias Sports Bureau Posted September 7, 2005 Share Posted September 7, 2005 It seems like Madden to me as well. Langenbrunner is a great protypical Devil, but he doesn't have that something that Madden has... maybe it's longer tenure, not sure. Brylin would be a fine captain, not a bad choice as well, but I think we need a little less leading by example and a little more tough talking "fear me, or I'll throw a skate at you"-type leadership. Same with Rafalski, another fine candidate. I think Elias wouldn't be a bad captain either, but it doesn't seem to be his comfort zone. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sheeps Posted September 7, 2005 Share Posted September 7, 2005 (edited) Until Elias is back: Madden - A Brylin - A Rafalski - A When Elias is back: Elias - C Madden - A Brylin - A Edit P.S. I wouldn't mind Madden having the C either. What I'm concerned with both Madden and Elias is that they often get very emotional and carry it over to dealing with the refs sometimes. Refs don't like captains who complain all the time, so I'd hope they'd limit it to when it matters. Edited September 7, 2005 by sheeps Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darwindog Posted September 7, 2005 Share Posted September 7, 2005 Good point sheeps Elias seemed a little outspoken in Europe too if I recall... sounded like he was taking stupid penalties... but I'm just speculating. We'll have to see. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elias Sports Bureau Posted September 7, 2005 Share Posted September 7, 2005 (edited) Just like anything ... there's a learning curve. People change and they grow into roles... there are people who currently fill spots on the Devils that you never would have expected of them as rookies or Rats. I can't believe we're down to ONE Scott on the team! (Unless Clemmy gets the backup gig.) Edited September 7, 2005 by Elias Sports Bureau Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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