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Forum: Armchair-GMSun. at 4:24 a.m.
Thread: interesting
<div class="quote"><div class="quote_t">Quoting: <b>DaKeGa</b></div><div>I don't think Donato blocks anyones path. He has been utilized in all situations, and seamlessly fits in with anyone he plays with moving up and down all 4 lines. He plays C, LW or RW, penalty kill or power play. He forechecks, backchecks, and plays well transitioning. He breaks up plays and creates open ice for linemates to have scoring chances. This is one player that the young guys can watch and learn from, to develop other aspects of their game to stay in the league. Such as work ethic, keeping your feet moving, where to be when you don't have the puck. Reichel and Kaiser went back to Rockford because they wasn't doing the little things, and came back stronger late in the season. When you have an experienced player like Donato, they can learn a lot from him, until they can lock down that spot in the line up.</div></div>

Even Bedard, who has tonnes of talent, can learn from guys like Donato, until he fills out some more over the next couple years. Bedard has the puck stripped away a lot, because he thinks he is 2 steps ahead, when he isn't anymore. He also doesn't know where to be defensively, and when he does throw a check or stick checks to steal the puck, he doesn't have control, and the opposition steals the puck right back. Staying on those plays and knowing the role of all your linemates is huge in the nhl. If you don't learn that chemistry, it makes for some tough shifts, and a lot of chasing the puck instead of creating chances. The Blackhawks won't win with just talented young guys. They need to develop the weaknesses in the young guys. There is no sense trying to build a team to win next year. Plug in those key veterans that can mold the young guys until it is installed in them how to play all aspects of the game for the next couple years.
Forum: Armchair-GMSun. at 4:11 a.m.
Thread: interesting
<div class="quote"><div class="quote_t">Quoting: <b>LuckyMoneyPuck</b></div><div>donato just blocks path to younger players I'd rather see on the ice.</div></div>

I don't think Donato blocks anyones path. He has been utilized in all situations, and seamlessly fits in with anyone he plays with moving up and down all 4 lines. He plays C, LW or RW, penalty kill or power play. He forechecks, backchecks, and plays well transitioning. He breaks up plays and creates open ice for linemates to have scoring chances. This is one player that the young guys can watch and learn from, to develop other aspects of their game to stay in the league. Such as work ethic, keeping your feet moving, where to be when you don't have the puck. Reichel and Kaiser went back to Rockford because they wasn't doing the little things, and came back stronger late in the season. When you have an experienced player like Donato, they can learn a lot from him, until they can lock down that spot in the line up.
Forum: Armchair-GMApr. 10 at 7:22 p.m.
Thread: Without doing anything
<div class="quote"><div class="quote_t">Quoting: <b>Ledge_And_Dairy</b></div><div>Toffoli wants a long term deal, he's not going to sign in Chicago if he was willing to take a short term deal. He will be looking for a deal like Palat and Killorn got. There is also nothing wrong with giving him term as Chicago isn't going to be in cap trouble for some time. Roslovic gives you a solid middle 6 center and in his prime.

If you are looking for a tough guy I would suggest brining back Reese Johnson. William Carrier is also a solid option. I could see Mantha looking to reup his career somewhere too</div></div>

UFA'S that come to mind and what would lure them are; Tarasenko, Tyler Bertuzzi, Matt Martin, Liam O'Brian, and Chris Tanev. 2 tough wingers that can play top 6, 2 4th line fighters, and a top 4 Right defense. 1 from each group, or 2 top 6 and a fighter. Tyfolli fits in the first group as well.
Forum: Armchair-GMApr. 10 at 4:39 a.m.
Thread: Without doing anything
<div class="quote"><div class="quote_t">Quoting: <b>Ledge_And_Dairy</b></div><div>This is an outsiders perspective but I think Slaggert and Nazer should start in the AHL unless they have exceptional camps.

UFA wise my suggestions would be
1. Tyler Toffoli: 5-6M x 5 years
2. Jack Roslovic: ~4M x 4 years

I don't recommend signing more 1 year deals unless someone is truly looking to redeem themselves You only have 2 retention slots and 3 pending UFA's. Also if you are going to offer Vlasic that much you should try and get way more term, I would base it off the Marino, Samuelsson, and Mikey Anderson deals</div></div>

Most likely, slaggert and nazer, are potentially ahl. I agree with signing Vlasic for more term if possible. I am not a fan of signing Tyfolli or Roslovic more than 2yrs, but fine with signing these players however. I think they will need an enforcer signed to replace Tinordi... and on defense as well. Plus I would like to see a winger comparable to Jeannot that will throw-em with anyone and forechecks hard, with lots of hits. Team needs to toughen up, to put fear in other teams coming at the smaller stars.
Forum: Armchair-GMFeb. 20, 2022 at 10:07 p.m.
Thread: Next Game
<div class="quote"><div class="quote_t">Quoting: <b>Aussie_Blackhawk</b></div><div>Its not looking good. Its been a cruel back end of his career so far. I really hope he comes back and is a big part of the rebuild next year. His leadership is a key element which I think could go a long way for these young guys coming through.

side notes; don't think Stillman will be back and you've got Reichel and Gus on your special teams but not in the lineup.</div></div>

<div class="quote"><div class="quote_t">Quoting: <b>exo2769</b></div><div>Unfortunately Toews won't be back. There's still no timetable for his return.</div></div>

Haha, after the loss today, it was wishful thinking that by the end of the month we will see Toews, Stillman, Reese, and Lankinen return soon and set-up some balanced lines that they stick with. Had Reichel, Gus and a couple others plugged in b4 I added the Injured reserve list. I find McCabe works hard but is caught out of position a lot in his own end. Dach needs to start being way more aggressive as he has the size and talent but him and Kane seem to let the other team go free to trade chances and we are getting out chanced. Need a grit player on each line to break up plays and open up opportunities. Every rush and set-up for Chicago is telegraphed now. Drop to Kane who tries to skate around everyone and feed the cat which is their only play. Need to mix it up and get dirty goals.
Forum: Armchair-GMOct. 16, 2021 at 2:58 p.m.
Thread: Need Some Heart To Start The Fire
<div class="quote"><div class="quote_t">Quoting: <b>MisstheWhalers</b></div><div>Would be way better off keeping and playing Strome on the 2nd line then some non NHL player like
Reese Johnson.. Lol</div></div>

Reese Johnson plays similar to Hagel but with less scoring and more hits. A player like Hagel, Hardman, and Reese on each line will open up a lot of room on the ice for their line-mates. They create turnovers and mistakes by the other team and they all play stronger defensively coming back and breaking up plays. A 4-3 loss can be a 3-2 win and their work ethic and heart is contagious for the room. Strome is skilled but he is only randomly in the play as he skates in circles. When scoring, he looks amazing but he is not playing a complete game. 5 on 5, Chicago is struggling. Trying these lines for a few games would not hurt.
Forum: Armchair-GMOct. 11, 2021 at 12:09 a.m.
Thread: Who is playing to stay
<div class="quote"><div class="quote_t">Quoting: <b>yeboi6</b></div><div>THANK YOU ATLEAST SOMEONE HAS COMMON SENSE
WE DONT F----ING WANT UR SPACE JUNK</div></div>

Haha, I figured that would stir up all you Canucks fans, hence the explanation heading at the top; just for fun. Lol, sensitive bunch. By the way, Canucks are looking for a defenseman that can play the right side which (De Haan) can and I retained salary, a checking line center man due to Sutter being out that is cheap and experienced (Carpenter), a 2nd round draft pick is more than worth Klimovich, and Nylander would have upside playing in a better situation with opportunity, plus Shaw was thrown in to go on LTIR to alleviate any cap issues. I totally agree that they would not part with podkolzin for this, but like I said, it was all in fun; fun for us Hawks fans anyways, haha!
Forum: Armchair-GMOct. 4, 2021 at 9:58 p.m.
Thread: Hawkey in Colorado
<div class="quote"><div class="quote_t">Quoting: <b>ChiHawk</b></div><div>There's room for him to play on the 3rd line, but the question is, is he better then Hagel, Kurashev, Guadette, or Reichel who IMO are ahead of him as of now.</div></div>

I believe Nylander has too much competition to crack the 3rd line. Playing him above others playing well right now is a waste. Kurashev and Hagel are both clicking with anyone they play with in the lineup. Borgstrom and Entwistle are playing well also right now. Gaudette and Hardman are show flashes of skill. All 6 are playing better offensively and defensively than Nylander. RJ, Khaira, Carpenter on the 4th line are physical threats, and also are playing better than Nylander on offense and defense. Reichel looks way better and after he has a year in Rockford, he will fit in better than Nylander. I don't see a spot where he compliments this line-up with how he is performing now.
Forum: Armchair-GMOct. 4, 2021 at 9:44 p.m.
Thread: Hawkey in Colorado
<div class="quote"><div class="quote_t">Quoting: <b>Petrock83</b></div><div>These are the best lines I've seen so far, and I think they're likely to be what we see on opening night. Only things I would change are Carpenter over Reese and Stillman over Kalynuk.</div></div>

Carpenter and Stillman will be more often than not regulars in the roster. I agree with you. Just opening up spots for youngsters playing well in the preseason for a couple games before they are sent down like Reese Johnson and Mike Hardman. I would like to see more of their energy in the line-up. They open up ice for their team and shut down opportunities for the other team similar to Hagel. One of them may very well take over Carpenters role after this year. Kalnyuk has been seeing some pp time while stillman is stronger defensively. Chicago is still rotating in young guys to see what will click on the powerplay.
Forum: Armchair-GMOct. 4, 2021 at 1:18 p.m.
Thread: Hawkey in Colorado
<div class="quote"><div class="quote_t">Quoting: <b>ChiHawk</b></div><div>Nylander will have to clear waivers to go to the AHL and highly unlikely he clears waivers.</div></div>

Yes, you are right about Nylander. He will have to be kept up and get some games in. If he plays well then they will try to hold on to him and if he doesn't then they will have trouble getting value. With Kane, Debrincat, and Kubalik on the wings, there is no spot for Nylander to get minutes on a top line and I think Toews needs a grinder on his right side which Nylander doesn't fill or hasn't shown he can grind and score to carry a line in the bottom six. He needs a new home and line-mates similar to what Anthony Duclair has been trying to do, having someone feed him the puck and give him confidence to score. Hopefully we can flip him for a decent prospect.