Speculation: Another year of this Bluc **** (The 2024-25 season thread)

[All The Kings Men]

 

[SherVaughn30]

Saw in the clip of Byfield scoring a penalty shot on Copley. Just curious how has Copley looked since recovering from the knee injury? Could he give Rittich some competition or will he be designated back to the Reign again?

 

[King'sPawn]

My concern with this line is that both Fiala and Kempe can be difficult linemates at times. They're both prone to making frustrating and stupid decisions with the puck.

I agree discipline is a major issue with both Fiala and Kempe. Fiala, when controlled, can be a good playmaker and Kempe has greatly improved his shot, so I think there's good synergy there.

With Byfield, he has good reach, speed, and puck recovery ability. So when Fiala does his no-look spin around pass, Byfield is better equipped at trying to recover. He's also more consistent at digging into the boards to complement Kempe's inconsistency in battles.

There are definitely concerns, but I think Byfield can compensate for their weaknesses while still being put in a position to score.

 

[tny760]

https://x.com/i/web/status/1836868609567772848

is it me or does it look like he lost a lot of weight? might just be him getting older

 

[Bandit]

I have nothing particular against Laferriere, but I’m not sure why he gets the rope he does. He’s shown very little with a decent amount of opportunity.

 

[Bandit]

Llsting the lines without listing ALL the lines from all three groups is... a choice.

Yes. The choice to realize who is going to be starting the year in the NHL and who is not.