Quoting: Tyler_A10
There’s a lot so I’ll address in parts.
On Korchinski: I’m glad to see that a lot of hawks fans also see him this way as well, but I am saying that I view him with the upside to be a true #1 offensive defenseman. I think most hawks fans believe in him to be good in the future, but I see skills that only some of the best possess with enough defensive capability at his age to convince me he won’t be a liability on that end as he develops.
On Kurashev and Raddysh: I disagree with the idea they don’t have a future here. Kurashevs ability to do the dirty work has drastically improved from last year to this year, and he’s shown he can fit roles that we didn’t think he could do previously. Raddysh fits the third line really well as well imo.
On Galvas, Mitchell, and Regula: I’ve never been convinced by Ian Mitchell at the NHL level. He seems to be capable of quality transition play but not much else beyond that in either zone. Ive liked Regula in the past, but this season in the NHL hasn’t been what I think he’s really capable of. I think he’s got a shot to prove he’s one of the guys, but he’s not my favorite in my eyes. I’ve wanted to see more Galvas in the NHL for a long time, as I love his reading of the game and skating ability. Just give him a chance and I believe he impresses.
Thanks for the response, really appreciate the insight. It’s been a while since I was regularly on ACGM, but I enjoy looking toward the future as we endure 7 game losing streaks.
On Korchinski: Well, I don't know about most people, but I definitely believe he has the potential to be a true #1 defenseman. But I never believe anything until I see it. I definitely think his style is more geared toward offense, but I don't see him as a defensive liability at all. He is too smart, skilled, and fast. I'm sure there will be a bit of a learning curve and some bumps in the road. But NO player is perfect. haha
On Kurashev and Raddysh: I just don't see it with them, yet. But, we'll see. Either way, we have enough talent on the way and the next couple drafts are so deep that I could see them being dangled for picks and/or prospects before this team is truly competitive again.
On the young defensemen: I would also like to see Galvas. He was not even on my radar until they called him up last year and he looked right at home playing a pretty large role in CHI for a few games. I was impressed. Regula and Mitchell are right handed, though, and we are severely lacking in that department. I have a feeling that moving Jones and Murphy at some point is a goal for Davidson. Murphy could probably be moved as soon as the TDL or summer. Jones will probably take longer, but I'm sure Davidson would be more than willing to pull the trigger if Jones will waive and there are teams making favorable offers. Regula and Mitchell are both on the cusp of transitioning to the NHL full time. I think a lot of people forget how young they are. Typically defensemen take longer, but they are both in a pretty good position to take on a larger NHL role as soon as next season. Whereas, Galvas, being a left handed dman, and with all the left handed talent on the way, he will be passed on the depth charts pretty quick or moved to make roster space as everyone starts moving up the ranks, and, like Kurashev and Raddysh, before we become truly competitive again.
For sure! I definitely appreciate more in depth and well thought out responses too. No one really talks like this on here. People are either yelling at each other or writing short cliche responses. Honestly, though, I am happy either way. This draft and the next couple are too deep to not be tanking/rebuilding right now. So, when they lose I'm cheering and when they win I'm cheering. haha
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