I don't blame the staff for missing Conacher. He has really been a surprise but its not like we were the only one to overlook him. There are tons of little guys that can skate and score that just don't translate into the NHL game. A lot of times its just like winning the lottery.
I'm glad Summers is going to get some time. He looked solid last year. I think Rundblad has made big strides since last year and hope he can let year really be a growing year for him and not get frustrated if he spends some time in the AHL or the bench
Who can predict these things? Will Geaudreau or Grimaldi turn out to be nhlers? 90% no.
That's why you pay scouts to do their jobs. More than 90% of all players, regardless of size, don't turn out to be NHLers. It's not really an excuse. I don't buy that finding a player like Conacher is dumb luck, anymore than I do drafting someone like Yandle. A gamble? Sure, but an informed one. 80 pts, including 39 goals, in 75 games (his first full AHL year) is not exactly flying under the radar.
I just noticed Morris is shooting a lot more this season, I always assumed he was the stay at home role with OEL and Yandle more of the offensive guys, but Morris already has 22 shots in 10 games, as compared to 60-80 shots per season.
Any particular reason for this, is he used in a more offensive role now?
Morris was always expected to provide offense since early in his career, but for some reason always left people wanting more. Tippett's system and our lack of offensive talent encourage d-men to jump in the offense. His losing 20 lbs increased his quickness as well.
Morris is playing exactly like I always hoped he would: gritty, tough play, a booming shot, and finally, points.
Not sure where to put this but does anyone know if the Coyotes practices are open to the public and if so, what time? Thanks.
Well I know he was early in his career, but he hasn't produced for a long time so I figured he got use to a different role. Good to see him doing well though.
Rundblad recalled? New injuries? Trade? No one seems to be sent the other way.
http://theahl.com/stats/transactions.php?f_season_id=40&f_team_id=310
Schlemko is on IR. I count 23 players with Rundblad as the last.
Personally, I'd be giving Rundblad a lot of looks because I'm a little frustrated with Yandle.
Really? I think Stone has been fantastic. Not offensively, but I've liked what he's shown apart from offense.
Really? I think Stone has been fantastic. Not offensively, but I've liked what he's shown apart from offense.
Stone's turnover wound up in our net last game.
Rundblad recalled? New injuries? Trade? No one seems to be sent the other way.
http://theahl.com/stats/transactions.php?f_season_id=40&f_team_id=310