Quoting: Augustus
I had read that Rossi was kind of falling out of favor in Minny. Anyone with better knowledge on it?? Just looked.. point per game in the AHL.. hm.
Quoting: Dutchies
They expected him up this year. He's got lots of time, and will be a good top 6 center in the future. I'm not sure he's out of favor more that they are just a bit disappointed that he isn't making an impact this year like Boldy did last year.
He hasn't fallen out of favor at all.
They originally sent him down to gain some confidence, but then both Dewar and Shaw have forced and solidified their spots on the roster and have become arguably Minnesota's best two PK'ers. They're simply not going to be sent down, as they both require waivers. With both Hartman, and soon Duhaime, coming back from injuries. There simply isn't enough room on the roster going foward this season for Rossi to get called back up.
Which sucks for him, but plans change.
The worst that happens is Rossi overbakes in the AHL for a little while and gets to play top six minutes and PP time. Something he wasn't going to get with the big club this year anyway. So it may be better for his development anyway.
But you're right on the money Dutchies, none of those 3 would be available for Kane. I'd hesitate on sending Lambos too. But one of Hunt, Peart, or O'Rourke could definitely be available or used.