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Prospect Info: 2021 2nd Rd Pick (#57 OA) - Matthew Knies (LW) - Tri-City (USHL)

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rocketman588 said:
Especially in a tournament where the lead up was disjointed due to NHL camps and he's in a weird roll it definitely doesn't mean too much. He can also go through slumps and still be good (just look at caulfield)

However we don't need to act like he's lighting the world on fire or all of a sudden going to turn it on because of that it's not the end of the world if he has a rough one he's getting another one in 4 months
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It is also ok to admit that he has played well, and he will have a bigger impact when the games are more competitive. We don't need to act like the tournament is over when the competitive games are really just starting. If he has a poor tournament, we will know at completion of the championship.
 
Leaf Fans said:
My main point is again: Knies has played well, and that he will have a bigger impact when the games are more competitive. Yes, this is an international competition it is enough for him. As the competition ramps up, so will the players.
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Playing worse teams doesn't seem to stop bedard McTavish etc from piling on the points. If you're not enough of a competitor to show up and put up points against Germany then you're probably not the person you want on a team

This is a guy who was supposed to play top 6 mins from us it's ok to admit that one point so far isn't acceptable.

He most likely will not put up much more against better competition because the weak teams in this tournament are significantly worse then the rest. It's why you see people trying the Michigan and scoring 4 goals in a game. So if you're struggling against them it's going to be difficult against the tougher teams. At this level everyone is a competitor you're not going to just be able to turn the competition faucet off and on

It also doesn't mean he'll be a bad player for the leafs.

You can go on slumps in your career etc and still be fine.

He's at least getting into good areas but unfortunately looks a little unconfident and slow.

Who knows maybe he scores one and gets his mojo back finally but we'll see
 
People are being dishonest if they weren't expecting more than 1 point.

We should be concerned if this is the best from Knies.

I have had him as an untouchable but this seems more like Luke Schenn than Nazim Kadri.
 
rocketman588 said:
Playing worse teams doesn't seem to stop bedard McTavish etc from piling on the points. If you're not enough of a competitor to show up and put up points against Germany then you're probably not the person you want on a team

This is a guy who was supposed to play top 6 mins from us it's ok to admit that one point so far isn't acceptable.

He most likely will not put up much more against better competition because the weak teams in this tournament are significantly worse then the rest. It's why you see people trying the Michigan and scoring 4 goals in a game. So if you're struggling against them it's going to be difficult against the tougher teams. At this level everyone is a competitor you're not going to just be able to turn the competition faucet off and on

It also doesn't mean he'll be a bad player for the leafs.

You can go on slumps in your career etc and still be fine.

He's at least getting into good areas but unfortunately looks a little unconfident and slow.

Who knows maybe he scores one and gets his mojo back finally but we'll see
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Of course, he can still have a good career. Yup, McTavish and Bedard have been Excellent and good. Knies has played well too. I am looking forward to watching him against excellent competition as I am McTavish and Bedard and the rest of the Canadian team. As the competition gets better so will the players - the competitive games are just getting started! Should be good.
 
Leaf Fans said:
It is also ok to admit that he has played well, and he will have a bigger impact when the games are more competitive. We don't need to act like the tournament is over when the competitive games are really just starting. If he has a poor tournament, we will know at completion of the championship.
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1 assist by a guy who should be competing for a spot on the leafs isn't playing well.

He's not supposed to be a third line plug for us he's someone that will be expected to put up points.

They have one round Robin game and the medal round. It's a short tournament you don't really have time to dick around
 
rocketman588 said:
1 assist by a guy who should be competing for a spot on the leafs isn't playing well.

He's not supposed to be a third line plug for us he's someone that will be expected to put up points.

They have one round Robin game and the medal round. It's a short tournament you don't really have time to dick around
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He will likely be a second line power forward type player for us. He will also have another year to continue to improve his skating and build his core. He has played well. 1 point as you said, but plenty of chances and has a real puck hound. Yup, Sweden tomorrow night and then the medal round. Should be great hockey! I do agree that there is no time to dick around and I doubt Knies, McTavish, Bedard will start now. In fact, (as you should know my opinion by now) I think they will be even better.
 
Leaf Fans said:
He will likely be a second line power forward type player for us. He will also have another year to continue to improve his skating and build his core. He has played well. 1 point as you said, but plenty of chances and has a real puck hound. Yup, Sweden tomorrow night and then the medal round. Should be great hockey! I do agree that there is no time to dick around and I doubt Knies, McTavish, Bedard will start now. In fact, (as you should know my opinion by now) I think they will be even better.
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Yes knies having one point definitely is comparable to McTavishes 4 goal game.

He obviously hasn't played well especially for a guy who is supposed to be on the team by the trade deadline. Guess that's why the expectations for winning are so low with the Dubas fans if 1 assist is considered good play
 
rocketman588 said:
Yes knies having one point definitely is comparable to McTavishes 4 goal game.

He obviously hasn't played well especially for a guy who is supposed to be on the team by the trade deadline. Guess that's why the expectations for winning are so low with the Dubas fans if 1 assist is considered good play
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I don't think it is comparable at all. McTavish has been the best player in the tournament thus far. I think he has another level - he has scored in the NHL.
I can't wait to see his game play increase with better competition. He may not score four in a game again, but he will rise with the competition possibly above the competition.
I don't think you have to be a Dubas fan to understand that the US is one of the top teams in the tournament. Any fan of any GM should know this. Personally, I think they will be in the final. Dubas has nothing to do with team USA.
 
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rocketman588 said:
Yes you're right good players fall asleep for 3/4 of the games then show up"when it matters".

He has 1 point all tournament with the US but yes you're right he's just saving it all for Sweden. What an idiotic thought process

I think he's being misused by team USA and hell contribute to the team but comments like this one are why people shred us as leafs fans so often
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What if maybe, just a slight possibility that you're over reacting. Maybe the WJC (In August) isn't the best time to write off a player after 3 games.

If it's January and he looks very poor for Minnesota then it might be time to hit the panic button. Until then let's enjoy the tourny and see what happens
 
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What if maybe, just a slight possibility that you're over reacting. Maybe the WJC (In August) isn't the best time to write off a player after 3 games.

If it's January and he looks very poor for Minnesota then it might be time to hit the panic button. Until then let's enjoy the tourny and see what happens
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I haven't written him off especially considering the constraints of this wjc

However he has quite obviously had a disappointing championships it's weird to frame it otherwise
 
Leaf Fans said:
I don't think it is comparable at all. McTavish has been the best player in the tournament thus far. I think he has another level - he has scored in the NHL.
I can't wait to see his game play increase with better competition. He may not score four in a game again, but he will rise with the competition possibly above the competition.
I don't think you have to be a Dubas fan to understand that the US is one of the top teams in the tournament. Any fan of any GM should know this. Personally, I think they will be in the final. Dubas has nothing to do with team USA.
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You could have just explained that you don't know what productivity in the sport of hockey is. Would have saved a lot of time. Additionally were expecting knies to score goals in the nhl this year so yes I would expect him to look as good as McTavish

And there's 4 good teams in the tournament if they don't make the finals it's a failure for them

You're standard of good play seems to be extremely low probably why your accept the multiple years in a row of failure quite easily
 
rocketman588 said:
You could have just explained that you don't know what productivity in the sport of hockey is. Would have saved a lot of time. Additionally were expecting knies to score goals in the nhl this year so yes I would expect him to look as good as McTavish

And there's 4 good teams in the tournament if they don't make the finals it's a failure for them

You're standard of good play seems to be extremely low probably why your accept the multiple years in a row of failure quite easily
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Why would I lie about my understanding about productivity in the sport of hockey) It is always better to be honest about my excellent understanding about productivity in the sport of hockey. Besides, I said that I didn't know people would know that I was being dishonesy. So, it wouldn't save any time. Is dishonesty some you are know for and thus expect everyone to be that way?


I am expecting Knies to come in and play well when he joins the team.

Yes, now that the games are competitive- 4 good teams. We should see the level of play increase.

I too am looking forward to a Canada - USA final.

It doesn't seem extremely low. You are just making that up. I expect a high level of play and for players to get better as the competition gets better. It hasn't been multiple years of failure: Canada last won the 2020 tournament. I support Canada in the competition.
 
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Leaf Fans said:
I think some just looked at scoring tables instead of watching the games.
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Or some like you didn't watch the games and are just spewing bullshit that hes playing up to a high level like you

Leaf Fans said:
Why would I lie about my understanding about productivity in the sport of hockey) It is always better to be honest about my excellent understanding about productivity in the sport of hockey. Besides, I said that I didn't know people would know that I was being dishonesy. So, it wouldn't save any time. Is dishonesty some you are know for and thus expect everyone to be that way?


I am expecting Knies to come in and play well when he joins the team.

Yes, now that the games are competitive- 4 good teams. We should see the level of play increase.

I too am looking forward to a Canada - USA final.

It doesn't seem extremely low. You are just making that up. I expect a high level of play and for players to get better as the competition gets better. It hasn't been multiple years of failure: Canada last won the 2020 tournament. I support Canada in the competition.
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Being impressed by one point and someone who looks slow compared to linemates is a low bar.

Much like your repeated acceptance of the leafs sub par results
 
rocketman588 said:
Yes you're right good players fall asleep for 3/4 of the games then show up"when it matters".

He has 1 point all tournament with the US but yes you're right he's just saving it all for Sweden. What an idiotic thought process

I think he's being misused by team USA and hell contribute to the team but comments like this one are why people shred us as leafs fans so often
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How's the Leafs record vs bottom feeders compared to playoff teams?
 
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rocketman588 said:
Or some like you didn't watch the games and are just spewing bullshit that hes playing up to a high level like you



Being impressed by one point and someone who looks slow compared to linemates is a low bar.

Much like your repeated acceptance of the leafs sub par results
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Knies has one point, but he has played well. I expect the Leafs to build a team that wins the cup.
 
Martin Skoula said:
How's the Leafs record vs bottom feeders compared to playoff teams?
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From quick glance

Non playoff
31-10-2 64 points

Playoff
23- 11-5 51points

May have the count a little off looked over it 3 times and weird that we played more non playoff teams
 
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