Puckbuster Posted May 20 Share Posted May 20 6 hours ago, Nicomo said: True, we kind of had the same history with a bunch of disappointing Sweds before Bratt, too, though… And I think they might have something in Okhotiuk. But to be clear I was half joking. I don’t think anyone expects Gritsyuk to be the next Kaprizov. But if he has to take his time getting over here it could be worth it if he’s an immediate impact player once he does. I’m pretty high on Okhotyiuk. I could see him paired with Luke in a couple years. Okhotyiuk kicking ass and Luke racking up points with the top line with Jack as center. 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aitchmack Posted May 20 Share Posted May 20 11 hours ago, mfitz804 said: This is correct, he’s played two seasons and is 25 now. Following that path, Gritsyuk (who would have been “Gritty” if that name wasn’t already taken) would arrive in 2 years. Well, as long as you don't call him Sucky then. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mfitz804 Posted May 20 Share Posted May 20 31 minutes ago, Aitchmack said: Well, as long as you don't call him Sucky then. That’s gonna depend on his performance, not gonna lie… Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MB3 Posted May 20 Share Posted May 20 14 hours ago, MadDog2020 said: To be fair, Gusev wasn’t home grown. We traded for him. I sorta lumped him in the “prospect” thing, since he didn’t really have his cup of coffee in the NHL yet when we acquired him. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
moustic Posted May 30 Share Posted May 30 Some NJ kids... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chimaira_Devil_#9 Posted June 1 Author Share Posted June 1 On 5/30/2022 at 4:04 PM, moustic said: Some NJ kids... Not really a surprise. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MB3 Posted June 2 Share Posted June 2 god fvcking damnit right as I got my Pakkila jersey all stitched up. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chimaira_Devil_#9 Posted June 3 Author Share Posted June 3 Another Devils prospect taking the college route. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chimaira_Devil_#9 Posted June 20 Author Share Posted June 20 Bardakov won't be coming over any time soon. Which is fine as he needs established minutes and a bigger role as he only featured in 19 regular season games. He played in all of SKA's 16 playoff games so hopefully he will take a step next year. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guadana Posted June 20 Share Posted June 20 3 hours ago, Chimaira_Devil_#9 said: Bardakov won't be coming over any time soon. Which is fine as he needs established minutes and a bigger role as he only featured in 19 regular season games. He played in all of SKA's 16 playoff games so hopefully he will take a step next year. Bardakov did start as 13th forward, but going through the season he played more minutes. In the playoff he started to play regular role, in the final of conference he played in all 7 games against CSKA more than 16/17 minutes. He isn't potential top 6 forward but he looks and developing exactly like potential good bottom six forward. He did play defensive energy role in SKA, and if he will continue to play regular role there, its a perfect place for development. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slasher72 Posted June 21 Share Posted June 21 I somehow missed this lol. Talk about throwing away a good opportunity https://www.google.com/amp/s/pucksandpitchforks.com/2021/09/27/new-jersey-devils-nikita-popuguevs-strange-retirement/amp/ 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chimaira_Devil_#9 Posted June 21 Author Share Posted June 21 7 hours ago, slasher72 said: I somehow missed this lol. Talk about throwing away a good opportunity https://www.google.com/amp/s/pucksandpitchforks.com/2021/09/27/new-jersey-devils-nikita-popuguevs-strange-retirement/amp/ It's been so long he has unretired: 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MadDog2020 Posted June 22 Share Posted June 22 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guadana Posted June 22 Share Posted June 22 (edited) We all know what he does well,” the GM said with a chuckle, “we don’t have anybody in the organization who shoots the puck like him, and he has very good vision. Where we need to see some development is his first couple of steps, his anticipation. Again, be stronger on pucks along the wall. This season couldn’t have gone any better for Alex Holtz in my eyes. I think they understand correctly what he should work on. Edited June 22 by Guadana 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SterioDesign Posted June 22 Share Posted June 22 21 hours ago, Chimaira_Devil_#9 said: It's been so long he has unretired: Cmon Popo, Russia needs all the positive influences they can get right now, don't give up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MB3 Posted June 22 Share Posted June 22 7 hours ago, SterioDesign said: Cmon Popo, Russia needs all the positive influences they can get right now, don't give up. What smells like, brother? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chimaira_Devil_#9 Posted Thursday at 09:02 AM Author Share Posted Thursday at 09:02 AM On 6/22/2022 at 6:52 AM, Guadana said: We all know what he does well,” the GM said with a chuckle, “we don’t have anybody in the organization who shoots the puck like him, and he has very good vision. Where we need to see some development is his first couple of steps, his anticipation. Again, be stronger on pucks along the wall. This season couldn’t have gone any better for Alex Holtz in my eyes. I think they understand correctly what he should work on. It certainly feels like the current front office have a much better grasp on our prospects and seem to be handling them much better than we have in a long time. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vadvlfan Posted Thursday at 12:32 PM Share Posted Thursday at 12:32 PM Not the right thread, but I think we need another "insurance" goalie. lost faith in Blackie (not because of his skill) but his work ethic. Will Bernier be ready to train/play. Will he be the same? I like the idea of Primeau, maybe Stolarz? (reasonable trade) We can't go in with Hammond et all. Any suggestions of someone reasonable to target. Sh>t rolls downhill, our goaltending was huge part in out win/loss record. Soft goals kill a bench. Players know it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Devil Dan 56 Posted Thursday at 05:55 PM Share Posted Thursday at 05:55 PM 5 hours ago, vadvlfan said: Not the right thread, but I think we need another "insurance" goalie. lost faith in Blackie (not because of his skill) but his work ethic. Will Bernier be ready to train/play. Will he be the same? I like the idea of Primeau, maybe Stolarz? (reasonable trade) We can't go in with Hammond et all. Any suggestions of someone reasonable to target. Sh>t rolls downhill, our goaltending was huge part in out win/loss record. Soft goals kill a bench. Players know it. I’ve been interested in Stolarz or Dostal from Anaheim as a 3rd option. A slightly more established possibility is Raanta. He only has 2 years left and Carolina has Andersen. He isn’t gonna win us a cup but he’d be a suitable replacement for Bernier while we wait to see what Blackwood is next year. I really don’t see how Bernier is ready for October Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jimmy Leeds Posted Thursday at 06:06 PM Share Posted Thursday at 06:06 PM 5 hours ago, vadvlfan said: Not the right thread, but I think we need another "insurance" goalie. lost faith in Blackie (not because of his skill) but his work ethic. Will Bernier be ready to train/play. Will he be the same? I like the idea of Primeau, maybe Stolarz? (reasonable trade) We can't go in with Hammond et all. Any suggestions of someone reasonable to target. Sh>t rolls downhill, our goaltending was huge part in out win/loss record. Soft goals kill a bench. Players know it. His "work ethic"? Please explain Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mfitz804 Posted Thursday at 06:21 PM Share Posted Thursday at 06:21 PM 24 minutes ago, Devil Dan 56 said: A slightly more established possibility is Raanta. I don’t know, I’m pretty antti Raanta. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Devil Dan 56 Posted Thursday at 06:45 PM Share Posted Thursday at 06:45 PM 22 minutes ago, mfitz804 said: I don’t know, I’m pretty antti Raanta. I see what you did there. I’m just thinking of attainable players assuming no big free agents are available. He’s part of a team with depth and has a short amount on his contract. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mfitz804 Posted Thursday at 07:34 PM Share Posted Thursday at 07:34 PM 47 minutes ago, Devil Dan 56 said: I see what you did there. I’m just thinking of attainable players assuming no big free agents are available. He’s part of a team with depth and has a short amount on his contract. Yeah I don't mind him, I just don't pass on dad joke opportunities. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RizzMB30 Posted Thursday at 09:35 PM Share Posted Thursday at 09:35 PM Antii Raanta would be a great backup. I thought he looked great in his playoff time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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