I think Valimaki in his own mind wants to go back to junior for a year in Tri-City. He was on the radio in town the other day and said that he has a goal to play in the NHL in two years. I have no problem with that. He would also have to jump more than just Kulak, talent wise I think Valimaki is better than Kylington, Andersson, Kulak but NHL readiness goes to those three guys, especially Kulak. It will be an exciting few years with the D core we have now and the pipeline of prospects!
I have been grilled by some people when I say that Doan is a decent fit for the bottom 6 on a one year deal. he will be full of piss and vinegar, has a solid connection with our new goalie and Treliving knows him better than most people in the league. Only on a one year deal though, the guy just hasn't stopped scoring, every year he surprises me, hopefully this wouldn't be the one.
Last point, I don't expect Foo to be on the opening day roster, I know there is a lot of hype around him and I think he will tear up rookie camp, but especially if Doan comes in for a year, Foo is going to get some seasoning in the AHL, maybe a mid season call up!

I completely agree on everything. Valimaki: My main team I cheer for is actually Tampa Bay, and I was hoping we would take him needing a left handed d-man. So much skill! While I agree he should go back to junior, it wouldn't shock me if he comes in and blows people away like Tkachuk.

Doan: It just makes perfect sense for him to play here I think if he's willing to play, and willing to play in a northern market.

Foo: It was definitely tough trying to slot him in as it's never easy trying to figure out how the rookie will play. I think he'll outperform Lazar and Hathaway to at least crack the 23-man roster. I like him over Jimmy Vesey though for comparison out of the NCAA.