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Forum: Armchair-GMOct. 10, 2019 at 2:28 p.m.
Thread: Todays Lines Per Elliot Teaford
<div class="quote"><div class="quote_t">Quoting: <b>Icarus</b></div><div>I feel like it's been hard for me at asses fully since Larsson and MDZ have been utilized less overall. Larsson is getting the fewest minutes and not much special teams time, which Guhle really isn't either. Other than a couple mistakes, Larsson has looked good overall. But he definitely needs more confidence and poise.

I think Jones just needs to score and he'll really get rolling. But I dont think sitting out a game would hurt him if it means Comtois gets some time. Jones is likely staying up all year so a few games sat out wont be bad for him.</div></div>

I agree benching Jones for a game or so to give Comtois a look shouldn't be that big of a deal for his development, but I'd much rather scratch Ritchie. The pucks will start going in for Jones if he keeps working as hard as he does. I'd just really hate to sacrifice the speed and effort he brings to the lineup.
Forum: Armchair-GMOct. 10, 2019 at 6:33 a.m.
Thread: Todays Lines Per Elliot Teaford
<div class="quote"><div class="quote_t">Quoting: <b>OrangeMallard</b></div><div>Good to see Steel is skating

I hope we get to see Comtois play during this road trip

<strong>Also, I'm a little surprised to see the 3rd D pairing is still Larsson + MDZ. I figured after last game either player could get swapped for Holzer</strong></div></div>

IMO, MDZ has been way better than Holzer and the Larsson - MDZ pairing has been solid. Not flashy, but just not a noticeable liability. I think that pairing should stick. Larsson needs more experience at this level and doesn't need to be hampered by a bad partner. Overall, I have been very impressed with Larsson. He gets flustered when put under pressure, but that's normal for kids not used to the speed of the NHL. Hopefully, by sticking at this level, he'll learn to deal with those situations. Once/if we can improve, he's going to be a very good D-first top 4D.

<div class="quote"><div class="quote_t">Quoting: <b>Icarus</b></div><div>I’m hoping to see Comtois as well. I know part of the call up was because the Gulls don’t play again till Friday. But one game would be nice since it’s been almost a year since we’ve seen him in action.

I think Holzer really left a bad taste in Eakins mouth. MDZ may have to really bomb to get replaced. Though I also think it’s entirely possible Holzer gets slotted without skating with Larsson today.</div></div>

Getting a look at Comtois would be great. Jones has been pure energy, but I could see him being benched for Comtois.
Forum: Armchair-GMOct. 7, 2019 at 2:02 p.m.
Thread: Figure it out - With Trade
<div class="quote"><div class="quote_t">Quoting: <b>Icarus</b></div><div>I feel you on this a LOT. I'm torn I think. I like Fowler and Guhle together so far, its not a bad tandem. But this is not the first time Fowler has been put on the right side. It didnt work then either.</div></div>

Sometimes making a sacrifice "for the good of the team" isn't all it's cracked up to be. If Fowler scores 8 goals from the right instead of 12 goals from the left, does the additional defense make up for that?

Anaheim has to figure out a way to fill the pipeline at RD. I didn't understand Jackson Lacombe over Kaedan Korczak in June. I'm already starting to keep an eye on Braeden Schneider and Daemon Hunt for next year. I wish we could get anyone ranging from Dylan Demelo through Scott Mayfield to Savard in Columbus, but we have no magic wand to wave because we can't afford a Hall-for-Larsson trade with Rickard Rakell.
Forum: Armchair-GMOct. 4, 2019 at 7:02 p.m.
Thread: Figure it out - With Trade
My one different takeaway about last night is the condition of the ice. It was 85 degrees here yesterday and the way our most experienced puck handlers -- Getzlaf, Lindholm, even Fowler at one point -- skated past pucks they already had on their sticks suggests to me that the ice was sluggish. Anybody else have an opinion on that?

I was glad to see both Steel and Kase on the ice for game one considering their questionable health status at the end of camp. Given that, I understand their rustiness.

I love Fowler, but if he's on the right side, he doesn't score the game winner last night. That goal is impossible for a lefty to make from the right circle. Putting him on his off side is like asking Mike Trout to catch -- he can do it, but eventually it's going to affect his performance negatively. For a defenseman, playing on his off side affects offensive output more than defensive strength, and we can't afford to lose even a smidgeon of Cam's scoring ability.
Forum: Armchair-GMOct. 4, 2019 at 7:06 p.m.
Thread: Figure it out - No Trade
<div class="quote"><div class="quote_t">Quoting: <b>mytduxfan</b></div><div>Thanks for posting your thoughts on the game. In terms of the suggested changes, my view is that it is just 1 game and we should give it at least 10 games before we start making any rash decisions. Everyone looked a little sloppy and some guys are coming off injuries (Kase/Steel). Even Getzlaf didn't look all that great.

With that said, if we are making changes, I wouldn't mind seeing Lundestrom come up. Maybe we try moving Henrique to the wing, where he is supposed to be better. I just thought the Swede line was pretty good during preseason. Just a thought:

Comtois - Getzlaf - Kase
Rakell - Lundestrom - Silfverberg
Henrique - Steel - Terry
Shore - Grant - Rowney</div></div>

I really like this idea. My only thought is that if you switch Terry and Kase, you would (theoretically) have two guys on each line who are experienced at taking draws. But maybe that's over-rated.
Forum: Armchair-GMOct. 2, 2019 at 6:49 a.m.
Thread: Opening Night Probably
<div class="quote"><div class="quote_t">Quoting: <b>Icarus</b></div><div>I like Comtois and Jones for different reasons. But in general I like watching Jones style of play. He's creative, scrappy, and has some hands. Comtois is really poised and has a solid shot. I think in this case, Getz seems to like play with Comtois a lot. I personally would replace Ritchie with Jones.</div></div>

I agree. If Jones can find more of a scoring touch (enough for 10-15 goals per year), he'll be perfect top 9 forward. I love the pressure he puts on the opposition and his work rate. We need more players like him.

Comtois hasn't been as impressive this off-season, but I still feel he's got the tools and the IQ to be a legit 1st line W. I'd like a longer look at him, but, ultimately, I think he needs to be in the AHL for this season. We shouldn't rush him. He's going to be good one, eventually.

I would like to see how Ritchie performs this season. He progressed significantly last summer and I am hoping for more of the same this year. We'll see. If he doesn't show any signs of progression I think we should look to offload him. We have better, harder working wingers coming through. If Ritchie can't keep up, he needs to be moved.