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Salros

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  1. Keeping it to Hockey. As the conflict becomes more brutal and produces images that create even more anger than we see now, will it be safe for Russians/Belarusians to play in any North American venue unless they have taken a stand against Putin? I feel for these players. They should never be put in this situation. And with social media's way of spreading hate, I hope we (the fans) take the high road. 

     

    All these players are so exposed. I have no idea how bad it is in Moscow or the rest of Russia. But if they don't want to say anything, they might have to stop playing.

  2. When will the Cup come home?

     

    I just noticed an interesting fact. Montreal won the Cup in 93. 2022-23 Season will be the 30th Anniversary of Last Canadian Team to win the Cup. It could make for a historic Finals if a Canadian team could finally put the final pieces together. I've lost hope again for this season but maybe the Leafs or Oilers will surprise.

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  3. 37 minutes ago, Festivus said:

    I just noticed 3 of your banners are the same....2017-18 IFHL REG SEASON CHAMPS...strange

    I almost never look at them. I'm proud of my record but it is the now that's important. Looks like I'll be dropping 2 banners. Now I'm even more motivated to get my next banner. 

  4. 15 hours ago, RegDunlop said:

    Honestly thinking about it makes me sick. Please, let’s stop talking about this as a boys will be boys thing and give it the respect and seriousness it deserves. 

    I totally agree with Reg on this fact. But helping a person whose moral, ethical understanding of the world is wrong can come with added rewards. One, putting a spotlight on this young man's problems puts a spotlight on a societal problem. If he can be helped and does the right thing to enlighten those young men that act the way he has, then some good can come from this tragic situation. Two, we all deserve a 2nd chance if we take responsibility for our actions. He has the chance to become a better person and give something back to society. As to his victim, hopefully Mailloux does the right things to help her through her trauma. And I hope the Canadiens are motivated to actually help Mailloux and not just save some money on a contract. But it's on Mailloux shoulders to make this opportunity work for him and the Canadiens.

  5. Today’s vet (28 to 35) have a window into fitness that has never been available. The best ones don’t need anymore motivation to stay ahead of the inexperienced youngsters than the feeling of being an NHL player. Vets are stronger, smarter than they have every been. The one thing the youngsters have in their favour, salary. So, you might be right if revenues drop and teams are forced to get more with less. But you already have talent that hasn’t had an opportunity to gain some experience in the NHL last season. And now you have a fantastic draft class that’s adding more talent than usual to be develop. Some players have to be left behind. Teams may not have the patience to give a player time to develop like they did before 2020. More talent will probably end up in Europe and the KHL. 

  6. I’ve been thinking about this question as our Amateur Draft progressed. We all seem to agree this draft class is very strong. But there are some strong headwinds facing this group, I believe. If it wasn’t for Seattle’s expansion, I say the future looked bleak for the prospects outside the 1st round. Here’s what I’m looking at:

     

    1) Active players in their late twenties/ early thirties will have 2 seasons of partial play. That’s a lot fewer hits and wear n/ tear on aging bodies. I believe a number of elite players careers playing at their highest level will be extended.

    2) The next tier of players will feel the pressure of elite prospects looking for fewer open places on teams.

    3) How will shutting down of US college leagues affect some elite prospect’s development? This whole situation puts a lot of pressure on a team’s staff in charge of development. Those teams with the best staffs could become a real difference in how team’s prospect pools develop.

    4) This present season, you’ll start seeing a logjam in the AHL. One positive, the semi-pro Leagues player quality should rise.

     

    On the other side, a condensed schedule will increase a team’s need for goalies and defenseman.

     

    I think all professional team sport leagues will see something similar develop. If older players play one season longer than most expected, the pipes full of developing talent could become a little clogged.

  7. Welcome to stepping out. I have too many sad, depressing stories of ruined lives and people lost to this pandemic. I'm trying very hard not to look back and focus on retooling my life so I'm a happier person. I'm so looking forward to seeing my family again but I'm in Canada and they are all in the US. 

     

    We all need distractions from the stress of surviving today. I have so enjoyed watching NHL games again. I have great respect for all the players who have accepted so many constraints to give all of us some fantastic hockey to enjoy. I'm now a Lighting fan. Yzerman may not be the GM but the seeds he planted before leaving are blossoming. Go Tampa Bay!

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  8. We've seen what Crosby can do playing with a blazingly speedy winger during his career. Connor is a different type of player but I think AA could allow him to reach a new level. I don't think AA plays on the #1 PP unit. 

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