ATD 2021 Draft Thread III

[Dreakmur]

Yeah he does have a lot of utility for sure. Does anyone know where the idea that he was soft came from? There doesn't seem to be any good bios for Rousseau.

He was weak and easy to knock off the puck. I’m not sure he was necessarily timid.

 

[BraveCanadian]

He was weak and easy to knock off the puck. I’m not sure he was necessarily timid.

According to who?

 

[Dreakmur]

According to who?

I’ve seen it a few places, including quotes from himself. He said he had very weak legs, which led to him being easy to knock down. It became a running joke, not unlike the “Hartnell Down” thing that went around.

 

[overpass]

According to who?

I believe Sturminator established Rousseau's reputation for softness around here. See this post for an example.

ATD12 Jim Robson Quarterfinals: 3 Portland Rosebuds vs 6 Winnipeg Jets

On Tremblay's playing style:
J.C.'s reputation for softness precedes him. He was simply not a physical player, and had the bad luck to play in Montreal in an era when Habs fans were as bloodthirsty as it gets in modern times. They were simply merciless with any Canadiens players who didn't try to drive opposing skaters through the sideboards on every shift. The two main targets for their affection were Tremblay and Bobby Rousseau - two terrifically talented hockey players who simply did not initiate contact. In truth, Rousseau got it worse - being practically driven out of Montreal by the boos of the fans - but Tremblay got a disproportionate share of criticism as well.

 

[tinyzombies]

I believe Sturminator established Rousseau's reputation for softness around here. See this post for an example.

ATD12 Jim Robson Quarterfinals: 3 Portland Rosebuds vs 6 Winnipeg Jets

They're doing it now to Price and Danault lol. And Drouin.

 

[Habsfan18]

D, Kevin Hatcher

I need another defenseman to play the PP, and he had a bomb from the point. And Hatcher was also an effective penalty killer as well, so I have the option to play him on the 2nd unit. He was better defensively than given credit for although offense was his primary calling card.

- AS voting: 5, 7, 9, 10, 12, 14
- Norris voting: 4, 6, 7, 12
- Goal finishes among D: 1, 2, 2, 5, 6, 8, 11, 18
- Point finishes among D: 5, 6, 7, 11, 15, 15, 18
- 51% career PK usage
- 54% career PP usage
- Overall TOI rank on his teams: 3, 2, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 3, 1

ATD 2014 - the Bios Thread

 

[BraveCanadian]

I believe Sturminator established Rousseau's reputation for softness around here. See this post for an example.

ATD12 Jim Robson Quarterfinals: 3 Portland Rosebuds vs 6 Winnipeg Jets

Not to play down my own guy too much because I knew his reputation coming in, but I think a lot of his hesitation to play the body a lot was due to health. He had a bad back and long term stomach problems. And according to what I'm reading, after Montreal he didn't feel like he had a lot left to prove. There is a really good clip I found that I'll share from when he was mostly a PP specialist near the end in NY. A couple years after this he had a spinal fusion and quit after 8 games when he could no longer get it done.

That said I found a couple of clips here about it:

...
Bobby Rousseau made one of his unusual ventures into the corner and said in surprise: "How long have these things been rounded?"

And another one where he was being criticized for being soft but leading the team in playoff scoring in 1972.. Apparently Boston having the champagne ready sparked Rousseau and the Rangers..

Rousseau's Critics Look Bad Now
...
When little Bobby Rousseau heard of the champagne being brought in, he smiled his small French smile and said: "That is like selling ze bear skin before killing ze bear."

And then, of course, it was Rousseau who triggered the two third-period goals which spoiled the whole party and made them hide the champagne in the back of the trainer's room, to make it appear as if it never existsed.

Bobby Rousseau?

All I've heard since these playoffs started is how Bobby Rousseau is slightly lacking in guts. Nobody says it outright, of course. And certainly not to his face.

They Call Him 'Chicken-Hearted'

But the comments have been everywhere in the press sctions high atop of the Boston Garden and down in New York's Madison Square Garden.

"That Rousseau, he's got built-in air breaks"

"No way can the Rangers win with that chicken-hearted guy playing on their powerplay."

"If anyone looks at Rousseau he falls down."

Well, this is pretty tough stuff, and apparently Rousseau isn't one who likes to mix it very much. He has the reputation of being less than an aggressive player and one who, when things get tough, will back off from a play rather than take the punishment that may go with it.

The interesting thing is that he now leads all of the New York players in scoring with 17 points in the playffs, moving ahead of both XXX and Rod Gilbert, a pair of so-called super stars, and it was his two goals which kept the Rangers alive in the fifth game.

The Bruins, you see, did not play their tough, hard-checking game this time. In fact, they did very little hitting. When Emil Francis saw this, he got Rousseau back into the game after two periods and if there is one thing little Bobby can do, it is shoot the puck.

He is not a big guy. Just 5-foot-10, 180. He seems much smaller. In fact, he reminds you of Henri Richard, small, slight with not much beef to him.

He's Been a Life-Saver

That may be why he backs off. He has been around a long time and has taken his share of lumps.

The closest anyone came to asking him about his reputation was a question carefully phrased: "Do you feel you have to prove anything in this series?"

Rousseau's eyes flared for a moment. He understood the question. He understood it very well.

But he quickly got control of himself and said: "I don't have to prove anything. I have been around 11, 12 years. I do not have to prove a thing."

He was asked, again awkwardly, what went through his mind when Francis kept him on the bench through the first two periods except for the power plays. This time the question was phrased: "Is there any advantage to sitting on the bench?"

This time Rousseau smiled. Again he understood.

"Well", he said, very politely, "sometimes your legs go numb and sometimes they feel strong. Mine felt very strong."

The Rangers acquired Rousseau from the Minesota North Stars just before the June meetings last year. He had scored only four goals for the North Stars and everyone wondered why the Rangers would want him.

But Francis saw a man of experience and, if used properly, could help his club. Rousseau responded with 21 goals this season and, now, was six goals and 11 assists in the playoffs.

Timid or not, he has been a lifesaver for the Rangers, who have had to labor with their top star, Jean Ratelle, at less than peak efficiency.

Anyway I took him for his utility and that is his scratch in the paint.

 

[ImporterExporter]

LL just sent me a message. His SUV was totaled but he's alright thankfully.

He said the Leafs will select

Bob Nevin, RW

 

[Hawkey Town 18]

Chicago selects Zach Parise, LW

Parise completes our 3rd line (Parise - Keats - Perry), bringing speed and some additional defense to the line, along with good ES scoring. These 3 should really wear down our opponents, especially over a long playoff series.

 

[Hawkey Town 18]

LL just sent me a message. His SUV was totaled but he's alright thankfully.

He said the Leafs will select

Bob Nevin, RW

Glad you’re ok. Nice pick on the fly like that too.

 

[The Macho King]

Bobby Rousseau made one of his unusual ventures into the corner and said in surprise: "How long have these things been rounded?"

Okay that's just savage.

And I should know.

 

[Johnny Engine]

Chicago selects Zach Parise, LW

Parise completes our 3rd line (Parise - Keats - Perry), bringing speed and some additional defense to the line, along with good ES scoring. These 3 should really wear down our opponents, especially over a long playoff series.

The Parakeet line.

 

[VanIslander]

The Jackals select 6'2 defenseman Rob Ramage, the WHA 1st team all star who was NHL drafted 1st overall, going on to captain two NHL franchises in a 1000+ NHL game career, scoring 500+ points and winning the Stanley Cup in Calgary and Montreal, inbetween captaining the Leafs for two seasons, leading them to a 38-38-4 record after ten consecutive losing seasons.

... a defensive mainstay, performing on power plays, killing penalties, contributing key offensive plays, and keeping his own zone clear.

 

[BraveCanadian]

Me too my Ford escape was sandwiched and she took quite the hit from a kid texting

At the er getting checked out for precautionary reasons

I got rear ended by a kid doing the same thing a few years back. You'd think people would know by now not to be messing with the phone while driving. Hope you're all good!

 

[nabby12]

The Jackals select 6'2 defenseman Rob Ramage, the WHA 1st team all star who was NHL drafted 1st overall, going on to captain two NHL feanchises in a 1000+ NHL game career, scoring 500+ points and winning the Stanley Cup in Calgary and Montreal, inbetween captaining the Leafs for two seasons, leading them to a 38-38-4 record after ten consecutive losing seasons.

Pretty ironic pick right after hearing of LL's car accident.

Glad you're okay, @Leaf Lander !!!

 

[Habsfan18]

Me too my Ford escape was sandwiched and she took quite the hit from a kid texting

At the er getting checked out for precautionary reasons

Glad to hear you’re doing okay, LL.

 

[Leaf Lander]

Thanks guys

 

[BenchBrawl]

I left a list but I guess they didn't log in since my clock started.

Montreal picks Barry Trotz, coach.

Trotz won the cup with Alex Ovechkin; we hope he will do the same with Bobby Hull. His system was described as aggressive and heavy on forechecking; a good fit with the physical forwards on Montreal.

 

[ChiTownPhilly]

Montreal picks Barry Trotz, coach.

Nicely played.

@Professor What follows me- and after that, the next five guys to pick don't have coaches- so I guess I'd better get MY guy:

Familiar face to Nighbor, Denneny, and Hooley Smith- ATD bio by @Sturminator suggests that he brings "defensive delta" to the table- plus: I'll entrust my Defensive Core to the nexus-agent for the incorporation of King Clancy & Hitchman into the real-life Ottawa Collective.

Coach Tommy Gorman

[He's also a characterful man- he'll play well in Philly...]

 

[Professor What]

He's only been around for five seasons, but in that time, he's picked up three first team all-star nods, a Hart trophy, two Lindsays, and two Art Ross trophies, and looks well on his way to building on that this year. That's a trophy case better than most guys with a full career in. The Gallifrey TARDIS is pleased to welcome Connor McDavid!

 

[rmartin65]

He's only been around for five seasons, but in that time, he's picked up three first team all-star nods, two Hart trophies, and two Art Ross trophies, and looks well on his way to building on that this year. That's a trophy case better than most guys with a full career in. The Gallifrey TARDIS is pleased to welcome Connor McDavid!

He's been the best offensive player on the board for a while now.

 

[Dreakmur]

He's been the best offensive player on the board for a while now.

Depends entirely how you evaluate.

 

[rmartin65]

Depends entirely how you evaluate.

Doesn't just about everything in this exercise?

 

[Dreakmur]

He's only been around for five seasons, but in that time, he's picked up three first team all-star nods, two Hart trophies, and two Art Ross trophies, and looks well on his way to building on that this year. That's a trophy case better than most guys with a full career in. The Gallifrey TARDIS is pleased to welcome Connor McDavid!

If you want an explosive offensive threat on the 4th line, this is a good pick. He’s probably the worst defensive player who will be taken in this draft.

 

[Dreakmur]

Doesn't just about everything in this exercise?

Exactly.