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November Prospects Update: Goalies and Defensemen

With the first month of the hockey season gone, we've reached a point where performance and statistics, while still suffering from the problem of small sample size, have enough validity that they can be fairly analyzed.  With that in mind, we thought it might be a good time to check in on the Capitals organization's prospects and see how they've started the season off.

Below are the team's goaltender and defenseman prospects and how they've performed so far this year:

Goaltenders

Dan Dunn - Dunn, a tall netminder whom the Capitals picked in the sixth round of the 2007 draft, is in his third season with St. Cloud State.  The good news is that he's playing more than he has in his first two and his numbers look pretty good.  The bad news is that he's still not starting in goal for the Huskies, currently splitting time with freshman Mike Lee.


Dan DunnLgeGPMINWLTGAGAASASVSV%SO
St. Cloud State
WCHA 3 182 2 1 0 6 1.98 79 73 .924 0

Braden Holtby - Holtby started the season in Hershey, moved to South Carolina when Michal Neuvirth got healthy, and even spent a couple of days in Washington (albeit for salary cap purposes).  He started off hot in Hershey but hasn't done as well with the Stingrays.


Braden HoltbyLgeGPMINWLOGAGAASASVSV%SO
South Carolina ECHL 3 183 1 1 1 11 3.60 101 90 .891 0
Hershey AHL 3 178 2 1 0 3 1.01 90 87 .967 1

Michal Neuvirth - Most Caps fans are, at this point, painfully aware of Semyon Varlamov's early season struggles, last night's solid performance notwithstanding. What they might not be aware of is that Neuvirth is having problems of his own down in Hershey. There's no reason to worry at this point, and the young Czech will almost certainly start putting up better numbers before too long, but it's hard not to be a little bit disappointed.


Michal Neuvirth
LgeGPMINWLTGAGAASASVSV%SO
Hershey AHL 5 299 2
3 0 15 3.01 136 121 .890 0

 

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Defensemen

Karl Alzner - Alzner's numbers aren't eye-popping, but when are they ever? Better question: why isn't he in the NHL yet?


Karl Alzner
LgeGPGAP+/-PIMPPGSHGGWGSOGPCT
Hershey AHL 12 0 1 1 7 4 0 0 0 8 0.0

John Carlson - Carlson just keeps on impressing at every level of play and he's been a beast in the AHL so far this year, putting up eight points to go along with a nice plus-6 rating.  Not to mention he has yet to take a single penalty.  I'd say we should expect the Capitals to find a spot for him in 2010-11, but this time last year I would have said the same about Alzner for the 2009-10 season.


John Carlson
LgeGPGAP+/-PIMPPGSHGGWGSOGPCT
Hershey AHL 12 1 7 8 6 0 1 0 - 30 3.3

Josh Godfrey - Godfrey hasn't been able to stick in the AHL which, although owing in part to the depth of the Hershey blueline corps, is not a good sign.  We've recently criticized George McPhee's asset management and with Mike Green, Jeff Schultz, John Carlson, and Karl Alzner looking like the defensive core of the future and Godfrey struggling to make the AHL team, it might be time to look into trading him for a draft pick or grit in the bottom six.


Josh Godfrey
LgeGPGAP+/-PIMPPGSHGGWGSOGPCT
South Carolina ECHL 7 0 2 2 -3 10 0 0 0 10 0.0

Eric Mestery - Mestery didn't look very good in this summer's prospect camp, but the 2008 second rounder has always been considered a project.  He's currently playing his trade for a mediocre Lethbridge Hurricanes team, for whom he sports a team-worst minus-8 rating, though is also chipping on offense.


Eric Mestery
LgeGPGAP+/-PIMPPGSHGGWGSOGPCT
Lethbridge AHL 16 2 5 7 -8 21 2 0 - - -

Patrick McNeill - Relatively unheralded and definitely overshadowed, McNeill's put up some pretty good numbers for Hershey over the last couple years.  His NHL prospects aren't very strong, but he's a nice guy to have in the organization.


Patrick McNeill
LgeGPGAP+/-PIMPPGSHGGWGSOGPCT
Hershey AHL 11 1 4 5 1 4 0 0 - 19 5.3

Dmitri Orlov - The Caps second round draft pick from last season impressed both the team and fans in camp over the summer.  At the moment he's in the KHL, playing with Novokuznetsk Metallurg, but expect him to be in North America (though not a Caps uniform) next season.


Dmitri Orlov
LgeGPGAP+/-PIMPPGSHGGWGSOGPCT
Novokuznetsk Metallurg KHL 19 1 1 2 0 8 0 0 1 21 4.8

Patrick Wey - Drafted out of the USHL and now playing at Boston College, Wey is a defenseman capable of moving the puck in an already-big (6'2'', 200 pounds) and very projectable frame.  Given that he was a fourth round pick and has only played a handful of games so far we can't draw too many conclusions, but it is nice that he's cracking the BC lineup.


Patrick Wey
LgeGPGAP+/-PIMPPGSHGGWGSOGPCT
Boston College HE 4 0 0 0 - 2 0 0 0 2 0.0

Be sure to check back tomorrow for an update on how the organization's forwards have fared in the young season.

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That picture of Neuvy looks like it’s out of a game!

"And next year it will be ours."

by Ovechwin on Nov 5, 2009 12:34 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Great post by the way! You guys never disappoint!

"And next year it will be ours."

by Ovechwin on Nov 5, 2009 12:35 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Rec for the photo, stay for the analysis. I feel like it’s time for a visit to Giant Center.

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by CapitalCentre on Nov 5, 2009 12:44 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Anyone else find it ironic that Keith Aucoin and Mathieu Perreault have played so often at the Giant Center?

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by J.P. on Nov 5, 2009 12:47 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

and Tenute

and Bourque…

by sk84fun_dc on Nov 5, 2009 1:10 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

..and Joe Finley hasn’t

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sometimes I find it's better to be somebody else

by Fauxrumors on Nov 5, 2009 2:27 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

February 27th is, I believe, “Washington Capitals Night” in Hershey. Last year, they donned Caps sweaters that were auctioned off after the game.

If you've read this far...seek help.

by ThePeerless on Nov 5, 2009 12:49 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Feb. 27 is during Olympic Break, in case anyone was wondering, so you won’t be missing a Caps game!

by RedBirdie on Nov 5, 2009 12:50 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

And a Saturday. No Beltway traffic to deal with. Who’s up for a road trip?

"Camaraderie, that's what the Washington Capitals are all about."

by CapitalCentre on Nov 5, 2009 1:11 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

At this point, I give Neuvirth the benefit of the doubt for Calder Cup hangover and his injury to start the year. If you’re doing a “mid-season” review, there should be a clearer picture of his development.

If you've read this far...seek help.

by ThePeerless on Nov 5, 2009 12:48 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

The injury part bothers me ever so slightly. Not that I’m worried about his future, but we started out the season with the Varly/Neuvy comparison/competition, and right now, they’re playing about the same, but not at the level we anticipated. Hopefully, both of them pull it together.

by gfcaps fan on Nov 5, 2009 1:14 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

From the games I have seen, Neuvirth has been struggling with rebound control/controlling the puck to date this season, but agree, give him some time to get in a few games and hopefully, stay healthy.

Of note, Carlson is in the top 10 in dmen scoring to date and #2 in terms of rookie dmen scoring. (I’m not usually superstitious, but I noted the lack of PIMs the other day and decided I was not going to be the first to type that, so thank you :) ) Also, except for 1 game, every game I have seen Alzner and Carlson have been paired together at even strength.

Miskovic is worth mentioning in this post. He has played well as a 24yo rookie dman making the transition to pro hockey. Some risky passes at times, but a puckmoving dman with a good point shot. He has often been paired with McNeill, there was one very shaky game for the two, but other than that the pairing has worked well. McNeill had one lousy game, but overall, has played well and is much more consistent. Regular playing time and growing confidence work wonders.

I assume you don’t consider Sean Collins a prospect at this point. It is worth noting that he has been playing consistently and well for Hershey so far this season.

Godfrey was reportedly a healthy scratch the other day for SC; he played the next night.

Also, Finley is playing D for SC. And fan reports from SC are that he has been improving each game.
 

OT: For those that don’t know, SC is playing 2 games at Reading this weekend.

by sk84fun_dc on Nov 5, 2009 1:00 PM EST reply actions   2 recs

Thanks for this. It’s nice to have an eye-witness report. How would you rate the Alzner-Carlson pairing? Do they play well off one another? Seems like, from the numbers, Carlson has a propensity for scoring while Alzner may be more stay-at-home, but I haven’t seen them play.

"If you're gonna die after 24, might as well jump out at 23:59, no?"

by Laich It Or Lump It on Nov 5, 2009 1:07 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

I rate them “R” for responsible. That’s the best way to describe them. Incredibly responsible, very aware, very disciplined. It’s not so much of a “one stays at home one goes up” the way you’re used to with Mike Green and whatver poor son of a … sorry, got of track. Its more that they both make the smart plays and smart passes at the same time. Carlson’s got a knack for clear, crisp, on the tape passes that usually lead to goals.

by OverTheBoards on Nov 5, 2009 1:19 PM EST up reply actions   2 recs

They complement each other well.

Obviously, Carlson is more likely to pinch in for the back door play or start/join the rush, but overall he picks his spots well for a 19yo rookie and that makes for good outlet passes, too. And when he doesn’t pick his spot well, his skating helps him recover, and he has a partner covering his back, too. Like anyone, esp. a rookie, he makes mistakes, for example a horrible pass to McNeill on the blueline while on the PP that resulted in a turnover and a short-handed goal against the other day. Overall, he is pretty aware on the ice both with and without the puck, as is Alzner.

Alzner stays back more, no surprise. The biggest issue with Alzner IMO is the same issue as last year – physical maturity/need to gain more upperbody and core strength to deal with the opposing players in front of the net and along the boards/behind the net.

Just one person’s opinion :)

by sk84fun_dc on Nov 5, 2009 1:33 PM EST up reply actions   1 recs

The more I hear about him, the more I think Alzner’s going to be Jeff Schultz with Tom Poti’s production.

by David M. Getz on Nov 5, 2009 1:36 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

I.e. unquestionably the whipping boy amongst the mouth-breathing masses but hailed by us hockey elitists?

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by J.P. on Nov 5, 2009 1:53 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Maybe, maybe not. Alzner’s got a pedigree that’s going to make casual fans pay more attention and notice the little things he does well and he’s not as big so they won’t be expecting highlight reel hits.

by David M. Getz on Nov 5, 2009 1:57 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

that and he at least TRIES to push guys out of the crease and prevent the screens on his goaltender…

by OverTheBoards on Nov 5, 2009 1:59 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

So does Schultz. It’s what his interference penalty against Philly was for.

by David M. Getz on Nov 5, 2009 2:00 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Yeah, but with Schultz its subtle… with Alzner it’s very apparent that that’s what he’s after – I’m agreeing with you in the sense that people will go easier on Alzner.

by OverTheBoards on Nov 5, 2009 2:03 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Careful… that pedigree could just as easily be used against him.

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by J.P. on Nov 5, 2009 2:00 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

This. Alzner is smaller but drafted higher. What he gains by not being expected to throw highlight hits he loses because he’ll be expected to be Schenn or Bogosian or Doughty.

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by Fehr and Balanced on Nov 5, 2009 2:03 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Thanks to both you and OverTheBoards. Very astute assessments from both of you. I like what I’m hearing, especially about Carlson. That two of our young Dmen have a knack for good positioning is very encouraging.

"If you're gonna die after 24, might as well jump out at 23:59, no?"

by Laich It Or Lump It on Nov 5, 2009 1:41 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Always happy to offer a Hershey report!

by OverTheBoards on Nov 5, 2009 1:47 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Always nice to hear one too. I admit, I don’t keep up with Hershey as much as I would like. I did watch the Calder Cup finals last year though.

"If you're gonna die after 24, might as well jump out at 23:59, no?"

by Laich It Or Lump It on Nov 5, 2009 1:53 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Come up to Giant Center! The team this year is fun to watch – you’ll enjoy it!

by OverTheBoards on Nov 5, 2009 1:56 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Oh, I definitely plan on it. It’s just hard finding the time and convincing people I know to come with me.

"If you're gonna die after 24, might as well jump out at 23:59, no?"

by Laich It Or Lump It on Nov 5, 2009 2:10 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

I’m just about the only person I know in this area that likes hockey! Maybe I just know the wrong people!

"And next year it will be ours."

by Ovechwin on Nov 5, 2009 3:03 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

“Better question: why isn’t [Alzner] in the NHL yet?”

This.

12 more games like that out of Carlson, and I’d bring him up, too. 30 shots and and third on the team in +/-? Wow. Other than Green, we don’t have a D w/ more than 13 SOG.

by CarlosLA on Nov 5, 2009 1:06 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

If Carlson plays less than 10 games in the NHL this season, his contract slides a year. That’s probably too good for GMGM to pass up, especially since Carlson’s impact would be somewhat marginal. Give him a few to get his feet wet, maybe, but I doubt he sees any significant time even if he continues to play lights out.

by brs03 on Nov 5, 2009 2:19 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Two minors in twelve games? Alzner’s been goonin’ up his game in the A this season…

I have as many wins in a Capitals uniform as Michael Belhumeur does.

by marky narc on Nov 5, 2009 1:11 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

There is absolutely no reason why Alzner is still down there. I’m done waiting for the “perfect trade.” Move some of these bottom D and make room for him. Our D are who they are. They are mostly slow and mistake prone. If nothing else Alzner is a better skater than them, and he will learn from his mistakes. I can’t decide who I want on the hot seat first if the team doesn’t turn their effort and execution around, GMGM or BB. I’m all for building the farm and being cautious, but how long you gonna hold a young buck down?

Carlson with 30 SOG. Amazing. He may crack the NHL sooner than I thought.

Godfrey needs to be Teddy Ruth’d.

The only thing I’d like to see in these stats that aren’t there is TOI. I’m sure it’s probably difficult to get but that would help analyze the numbers of the defensive dmen. No offensive stats in lots of minutes means a lot more than no offensive stats in few minutes.

If consequences dictate the course of action, then it doesn't matter what's right, it's only wrong if you get caught. If consequences dictate the course of action, then I should play God...

by Fehr and Balanced on Nov 5, 2009 1:15 PM EST reply actions   1 recs

I think GMGM is in the hot seat before BB. McPhee constructed this team, the good, the bad, and the anchors. He brought BB in. He’s the one telling BB “Get production out of a team that doesn’t play tough, has a guy we won’t play, and hey, while you’re at it juggle 8 D men!”

by RedBirdie on Nov 5, 2009 1:19 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

I think GMGM is in the hot seat before BB.

I disagree – I think BB is the last bullet in GMGM’s gun (but there are plenty others to shoot before then).

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by J.P. on Nov 5, 2009 1:24 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

I tend to agree with that. Obviously this hot seat talk (from my perspective) hinges on GMGM not making some moves to get Alzner to DC and make the team better; and BB not finding a way to motivate the team for a consistent effort. I am not sounding the alarm today, I’m just installing the alarm system and advising people how to use it.

If consequences dictate the course of action, then it doesn't matter what's right, it's only wrong if you get caught. If consequences dictate the course of action, then I should play God...

by Fehr and Balanced on Nov 5, 2009 1:27 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

I’d have to think that the Caps would make a significant trade before cutting Boudreau loose. On a wins/losses basis (percentage), he is the most successful coach in the club’s history. And even if any thought whatsoever was to be given to making a change, who is the Caps’ Dan Bylsma?

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by ThePeerless on Nov 5, 2009 1:45 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

I think Bruce was the Caps’ Bylsma. If they were to make a change (which I can’t foresee in-season), I’d think they’d go in a different direction (like a Pat Burns type).

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by J.P. on Nov 5, 2009 1:54 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Michel Therrien (WBS) = Glen Hanlon (Portland)
Dan Bylsma (WBS) = Bruce Boudreau (Hershey)

geez, it’s tough keeping all this straight.

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by ThePeerless on Nov 5, 2009 3:05 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Bob Woods?

by TJA on Nov 5, 2009 1:58 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Is there any reason to think Woods wouldn’t just be more of the same?

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by J.P. on Nov 5, 2009 2:01 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Not really, and I wasn’t thinking of it that way. It’s would be more of a “needing a different voice in the room” move than a “needing to go in a different direction” move.

by TJA on Nov 5, 2009 2:03 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Given what we know about Leonsis, is there any reason to think that either seat is even lukewarm right now? I don’t see either as being on the hot seat. We’re blessed to be fans of a team whose owner has great patience. Our expectations may be extremely high, but I think Leonsis is more sanguine. The results have been very good these last two years, and I don’t see any signs that ownership is concerned about the management personnel in place.

Atta dinnin stick a who!

by Gould Old Days on Nov 6, 2009 6:51 AM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Given what we know about Leonsis, is there any reason to think that either seat is even lukewarm right now?

Absolutely not.

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by J.P. on Nov 6, 2009 7:38 AM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Move some of these bottom D and make room for him. Our D are who they are. They are mostly slow and mistake prone. If nothing else Alzner is a better skater than them, and he will learn from his mistakes.

Bingo. Alzner might not, right now, be better than Morrisonn, Jurcina, Pothier, etc, but if they bring him up and let him play the rest of the season with the Caps I would bet he will be by April.

by David M. Getz on Nov 5, 2009 1:30 PM EST up reply actions   1 recs

And I’d put even money that he is in fact one of the best 6 D in the Caps organization today.

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by Fehr and Balanced on Nov 5, 2009 1:34 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

I’m an Alzner fangirl. Realistically, I want to see him here around Thanksgiving. If we have to wait until March to make the space, we’ve definitely waited too long.

We can probably expect that he’ll have ups and downs for his first few weeks, and I think he needs time to shake out the kinks, lose momentum during the Olympic break, and regain his composure before the playoffs start.

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by CapitalCentre on Nov 5, 2009 1:36 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

I’m keeping blind faith that McPhee has a plan with regard to our rear guards.

Russian Machine very rarely breaks.

by macvechkin on Nov 5, 2009 2:27 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

The salary cap must really be hamstringing other teams around the league too, otherwise why wouldn’t McPhee just deal one of the lower-eschelon D to the Blues or whoever it was that had 12 scouts here the other night for a bag of potato chips? This Alzner situation is encroaching the absurd. As you guys have said, he needs a few months of development at least to be able to compete at a playoff level.

by Kolzilla on Nov 5, 2009 2:39 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Clearly it’s a buyers’ market right now. I thought 26/23/4 could have been sent to LA for a mid-level pick, up until they did a waiver claim on Jones.

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by Bald Pollack on Nov 5, 2009 3:33 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

I fear GMGM is having difficulty moving out of the rebuild mindset when it comes to trades. We of course don’t know what is realistically possible, but he seems unwilling – to a fault – to give up serviceable NHL players who have not clearly peaked, no matter what the return. I know he views them as assets, and rightly so, but at some point he has to move some of these logs out, no matter how much the return pains him.

by grapejoos on Nov 5, 2009 7:37 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Based on the other trades I’ve seen that have actually been made in the last year or two, I think the entire market may be undervaluing young players and prospects. Since the market is artificially low, McPhee i finding it hard to make a deal. (That’s my theory, anyway)

Atta dinnin stick a who!

by Gould Old Days on Nov 6, 2009 6:49 AM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Since the market is artificially low

What are you some kind of socialist?

If consequences dictate the course of action, then it doesn't matter what's right, it's only wrong if you get caught. If consequences dictate the course of action, then I should play God...

by Fehr and Balanced on Nov 6, 2009 9:32 AM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Rec’d and agreed with both comments. I don’t see Alzner play, but when he was up last year, even during the troubles, I saw a guy that looked like a young player with a lot of promise. Make some of these D go away so that Alzner can come up for good.

I, too, am getting tired of waiting on this Nyls deal, which seems more and more fantastical to me with each passing day.

by grapejoos on Nov 5, 2009 7:35 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

agree with F&B

by bigity b on Nov 5, 2009 2:31 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

We’ll see Carlson at some point this year…even if its just to give him a taste, i think boudreau/mcphee will want to see for themselves…

would not be suprised to see Alzner dealt for 09-10 needs. I think if we threw in big prospect like that we could move Nylander in same package.

Thoughts?

by KWclevpark on Nov 5, 2009 1:17 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

I cannot see them dealing Alzner away.

by RedBirdie on Nov 5, 2009 1:19 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Neither can I, and I’ll be pissed if they do. He is exactly what we need.

If consequences dictate the course of action, then it doesn't matter what's right, it's only wrong if you get caught. If consequences dictate the course of action, then I should play God...

by Fehr and Balanced on Nov 5, 2009 1:23 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

I doubt Alzner moves this year. I just can’t imagine a scenario where that’s in the Capitals’ best interest.

I would definitely not move him to be able to move Nylander. I want Nyls’ salary gone, but I’m not willing to give up a blue chip prospect at a crucial position to get it done.

by David M. Getz on Nov 5, 2009 1:26 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

I think I can—a trade also involving Semin for a couple of other players. But highly unlikely, IMO.

by red army line on Nov 5, 2009 2:31 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

So Alzner + Semin for (presumably) a couple of solid veteran guys?

by David M. Getz on Nov 5, 2009 2:34 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Alzner + Semin for ONE KOVY, BABY! LET’S DO DIS!

Maybe play with an edge, be a little more physical -- maybe be more of a prick out there.

by jordanDC on Nov 5, 2009 2:37 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

I wouldn’t pull the trigger on that one, especially with Kovalchuk being a UFA at the end of this year.

by David M. Getz on Nov 5, 2009 2:47 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

We could sign him! We can do it! DO IT!

Maybe play with an edge, be a little more physical -- maybe be more of a prick out there.

by jordanDC on Nov 5, 2009 2:51 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Depends...

Does his agent believe in discounts?

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by Ovechwin on Nov 5, 2009 3:03 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

The Ovechkin Discount

(soon to be in paperback!)

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by ThePeerless on Nov 5, 2009 3:05 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Atlanta wouldn’t do that deal — unless they were really convinced they couldn’t sign Kovy. Of course, if they saw last night’s Caps game, they could probably get Semin for a LOT less than Kovy.

by CapsFan75 on Nov 5, 2009 5:51 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Veteran, but not too veteran. Maybe Niklas Kronwall and Darren Helm? I dunno, I feel sometimes like I barely know the Caps and my knowledge of the other teams is pretty much zilch, so that’s why I’m not an NHL GM or a blog author.

by red army line on Nov 5, 2009 3:08 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

On Dunn (and the Huskies Goalies)

Mike Lee is big time prospect. I wouldn’t hold it against Dunn that he’s behind Lee.

Lee was outragously good on Roseau’s championship team (more important then Ness), was the goalie of the year last year in the USHL, the first American netminder taken in the draft, and a lock to be the backstop to the ’10 U.S. junior team.

by d_fens on Nov 5, 2009 1:28 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

I wouldn’t fault him for being behind Lee, but it stinks for his development that he’s the number two again after only playing eighteen games over the last two seasons.

by David M. Getz on Nov 5, 2009 1:29 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

I kinda keep an eye on all our goalie prospects, but really, after Varlamov, Neuvirth, Holtby I’m not so concerned. I assume we have a goalie of the future in those 3 and if we don’t we’re in bigger trouble than Dan Dunn is going to solve.

If consequences dictate the course of action, then it doesn't matter what's right, it's only wrong if you get caught. If consequences dictate the course of action, then I should play God...

by Fehr and Balanced on Nov 5, 2009 1:35 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

I read DMG’s comment as feeling sorry for the kid, not anything to do with the organization. I feel for him too, even if he’s never going to pan out professionally. But then, I would feel that way, as at this point, most prospects are the same age or younger than my kids. [sports mom mode]

by gfcaps fan on Nov 5, 2009 2:03 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Right, on both accounts. DMG yet another reason I’m pissed Lucia didn’t get Lee.

Anyway Dunn got a nice W against UMD in the second of a two game set last weekend. He had a big penaty shot save against Justin Fontaine in the win, too.

by d_fens on Nov 5, 2009 1:50 PM EST reply actions   0 recs


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GP W L OTL PT
Washington 21 13 4 4 30
Tampa Bay 19 8 4 7 23
Atlanta 18 10 6 2 22
Florida 19 8 9 2 18
Carolina 21 4 12 5 13

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