aragorn
Do The Right Thing
- Aug 8, 2004
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I guess they could replace the Boro/Gryba combination with the Cleasson/Wideman combo but that would mean that Ottawa would lose most of their toughness & size on defence. Personally, I like a tough brand of hockey & am not a fan of European hockey with no hitting. I think you also have to ask the question that if this team gets smaller & softer how will they do against the big clubs out there & specifically against western teams.
A couple of yrs ago Ottawa pushed Montreal around, beat them up & won the series. This yr Montreal has a lot more size & toughness in their lineup & they were able to beat us. While most teams are trying to get bigger & tougher I don't think Ottawa should look to get smaller & softer. I thought Cowen & Ceci were doing fine until Cowen got suspended & I like the Boro /Gryba combo. I would trade Wiercioch while his value is high & see what kind of return I could get, he is just too soft, weak & slow. Would love to get Simmonds out of Philly.
A couple of yrs ago Ottawa pushed Montreal around, beat them up & won the series. This yr Montreal has a lot more size & toughness in their lineup & they were able to beat us. While most teams are trying to get bigger & tougher I don't think Ottawa should look to get smaller & softer. I thought Cowen & Ceci were doing fine until Cowen got suspended & I like the Boro /Gryba combo. I would trade Wiercioch while his value is high & see what kind of return I could get, he is just too soft, weak & slow. Would love to get Simmonds out of Philly.