Recalled/Assigned: Beck assigned to Laval; Roy emergency recalled

[Tyson]

I think Kapanen will become better then Beck

I don't disagree but...we shall see. After a terrific season in the SHL I think Kapanen could help the Habs right now more so than Beck.

 

[Habs13]

This is a somewhat indecipherable move to this writer.

Your posts remind me of Red Fischer. I miss Red!

 

[Yep]

Roy didn't play like an NHL player this weekend except for the last 40 seconds of Saturday game.

I tought the same thing when I saw him live against Utica last Wednesday. He isn't doing much away from the puck. Not enough footspeed/agression. Slick hands though.

 

[Habs13]

How is it an emergency recall if we send a guy down though?

 

[expy]

Not really, it’s more a desperation move, Roy’s been hit lately and Habs are trying to capitalize on it

Our Defensive issues are worse than our Offensive ones currently, removing a more defensive focused player is definitely a tank move. They're just going to see what the farm can do in the NHL at this point, like every other year we didn't expect to compete.

 

[Beendair Donedat]

How is it an emergency recall if we send a guy down though?

Because Laine had the “flu” and missed Saturday’s game it’s considered an emergency recall. If Laine is okay to go for the next game, it will simply become a regular recall. Has more to do with counting games towards waivers eligibility for the recalled player than anything.

 

[Archijerej]

Beck looked like he wasn’t ready to me. He got a taste of what to work on. I like this move, I’m not particularly high on Beck. He might end a up a serviceable 3rd liner.

Same here. The kid has good instincts and motor, but looks very raw. No reason to rush it.

 

[dackelljuneaubulis02]

Should’ve acquired some depth. Guys from Laval at this point probably won’t move the needle, especially playing 10 minutes a game. Regardless, they’re slipping in the standings, so they probably won’t make the playoffs anyway. I didn’t think they’d win out west. They’ve done better than I thought they would though.

I know you’re very strict about call ups but really there’s a few second year guys that should be looked at in the bigs.

Gives them some reward/incentive, gives us (and them) a better insight on what they can do and what they’re still lacking to get to the next level.

It’s win/win really.

 

[Archijerej]

Beck is our 4th line center next year. I think his future with us is set.

I'd rather get Roy here so we can see how he does down the stretch. Let's see how he does in his audition.

I wouldn't be so sure.

 

[The Gr8 Dane]

I think Kapanen will become better then Beck

I also think this

 

[The Great Weal]

I think Kapanen will become better then Beck

Either way, we also need a 3C for next year. You can't count on Dach to be healthy and consistent, Newhook's defensive game is too poor for a center, and Beck/Kapanen are closer to being AHLers than locks as the 3C.

 

[Runner77]

No, he's got another year before he becomes waivers eligible. This is just his 2nd pro season.

The answer I was looking for. I’m glad they let him work with Vincent for a long stretch. Roy didn’t seem very engaged on his last call up to the show, if I recall correctly. The talent is there but his consistency is an issue.

 

[Runner77]

Either way, we also need a 3C for next year. You can't count on Dach to be healthy and consistent, Newhook's defensive game is too poor for a center, and Beck/Kapanen are closer to being AHLers than locks as the 3C.

Sobering thought about just how much development it takes for an org to get a player ready to play centre in the Show (esp for those drafted outside of the top 10ish draftees, in most years).

 

[Nico Cauzuki]

Either way, we also need a 3C for next year. You can't count on Dach to be healthy and consistent, Newhook's defensive game is too poor for a center, and Beck/Kapanen are closer to being AHLers than locks as the 3C.

could be wrong but i think Kapanen would be able to center our 3rd line next year next to 2 veterans like Anderson and Gallagher but Evans will have that role and Kapanen on the 4th

 

[ChesterNimitz]

I think Kapanen will become better then Beck

I think Beck is one of our most underrated and underappreciated prospects. Nothing I saw in his most recent call up convinced me otherwise. Beck was outskating NHL level players and the pass he made that sent in Anderson alone in the Calgary game (a subtle pass between a retreating defenceman's legs to a driving Anderson) was really skillful and only possible because the defender respected Beck's outside speed. I will hold my judgement until I see Kapanen skate and see if he has the skating ability to drive back NHL defenders and create time and space for himself.

I know that Beck can.

 

[vokiel]

How is it an emergency recall if we send a guy down though?

All recalls after the trade deadline are emergency recalls ... IIRC

 

[schwang26]

I know you’re very strict about call ups but really there’s a few second year guys that should be looked at in the bigs.

Gives them some reward/incentive, gives us (and them) a better insight on what they can do and what they’re still lacking to get to the next level.

It’s win/win really.

lol! Too true.

I get it, I’ve just been more excited about Laval than the Habs to be honest. Just before this road trip started, I kind of figured it was going to sink the Habs chances. I will say though, if they truly wanted success, a vet or 2 would have probably made more sense then Beck or Roy at this stage in their careers. They knew Dach was gone and they only have 6 D. One more injury would’ve been a disaster. Even ABB and Dauphin would’ve helped more, but again, I’d rather see them help Laval this year.

I am grateful that the Habs cut way down on injuries compared to previous seasons, which has a lot to do with Laval having a fantastic season.

 

[Player 61]

I get recalls Kapanen is back but? what is Emergency? Please don't make fans feel like a league is Politics. Make movemennts simple to the dunb arse! if You want fans. DUH!

 

[Kudo Shinichi]

Roy is playing for his future here, a bad stint and he could be Euro bound. He has the skills to play in the NHL, let's see if the will is there.

That's ridiculous. The kid is only 21 years old.

 

[McGees]

I think Beck is one of our most underrated and underappreciated prospects. Nothing I saw in his most recent call up convinced me otherwise. Beck was outskating NHL level players and the pass he made that sent in Anderson alone in the Calgary (a subtle pass between a retreating defenceman's legs to a driving Anderson) was really skillful and only possible because the defender respected Beck's outside speed. I will hold my judgement until I see Kapanen skate and see if he has the skating ability to drive back NHL defenders and create time and space for himself.

I know that Beck can.

Agree. Beck is already super solid and smart and poised for a long middle 6 career. I have him penciled in the roster full time starting next year.

 

[BJCOLLINS]

I’m thinking we need to play at a .650 - .700 pace to have a shot at the last spot or at least “be in the mix”.

Roy and Beck are very young, promising players & they’re getting a taste of desperation hockey. With the Rocket, the team has played itself into a comfortable position. On the big club every mistake is amplified & every move is second guessed. This is excellent experience for all the kids we call up. I’d like to see Davidson and ABB get a look, too. If we falter or there’s an injury I’d like to see Reinbacher, Engstrom, Trudeau or Mailloux called up. We are in a much better place than the past number of years & with Demidov on the way….look out.

 

[montreal]

I'll keep saying it but I just hate how this team handles their prospects. Laval has been cooking, why not leave these kids alone and let them cook while trying to win a cup together. I know the Habs could make the playoffs but you could have called up ABB or Condotta. I kept saying over the summer I didn't think Beck would be ready for the NHL, that he needed to bulk up and get stronger (I was told he was "jacked" though and how he would make the team out of camp. He has been good to very good in Laval but I never thought to myself this guy is just forcing his way to the NHL.

 

[Habs]

Beck is our 4th line center next year. I think his future with us is set.

I'd rather get Roy here so we can see how he does down the stretch. Let's see how he does in his audition.

I've seen Roy enough, he can't handle the NHL game he's just doesn't have 'it'

 

[salbutera]

I'll keep saying it but I just hate how this team handles their prospects. Laval has been cooking, why not leave these kids alone and let them cook while trying to win a cup together. I know the Habs could make the playoffs but you could have called up ABB or Condotta. I kept saying over the summer I didn't think Beck would be ready for the NHL, that he needed to bulk up and get stronger (I was told he was "jacked" though and how he would make the team out of camp. He has been good to very good in Laval but I never thought to myself this guy is just forcing his way to the NHL.

Part of the “in da mix” process is to evaluate the young players currently on Habs roster & how they respond to “meaningful games” in the next 20GP, as well as those deemed “close to NHL ready” in Laval to better assess their shortcomings - which is what’s happened w Beck and will happen w Roy.

I suspect next up are Mailloux, followed by Redenbacher if he continues his play + once he clears return from injury protocols.

 

[salbutera]

I've seen Roy enough, he can't handle the NHL game he's just doesn't have 'it'

We’re about to find out, and more importantly so are HuGo