Depends what you mean by NHL calibre. Right now his play has been at best that if a meh 4th line guy
That will certainly change, but he’s been a liability out there a decent chunk of the time so far
Proposal: Calgary - Los Angeles: Dustin Wolf for Quinton Byfield
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That will certainly change, but he’s been a liability out there a decent chunk of the time so far
I’m not going to comment on Byfield. What little I’ve seen of him at the nhl level, his speed jumps out. His size is impressive and he’s got hands with technical quality. But his flashes are rare.
Wolf has posted elite numbers in the AHL as a really young goalie. I’m not sure why he hasn’t seen NHL ice yet. He’s certainly earned some NHL starts based on his performances to date. Dude had vastly outplayed his draft slot and clearly goes in round 1 of his draft based on his performance since he was drafted.
Wolf has posted elite numbers in the AHL as a really young goalie. I’m not sure why he hasn’t seen NHL ice yet. He’s certainly earned some NHL starts based on his performances to date. Dude had vastly outplayed his draft slot and clearly goes in round 1 of his draft based on his performance since he was drafted.
Nucklehead Supreme
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As a 19/20 year old sure, he's developing, he's learning, no reason to think that doesn't continue and he develops into what everyone thought he would.
The offensive tools are there already, a meh 4th liner doesn't put up 5 points in 6 AHL games as a 20 year old.
His age is irrelevant when talking about CURRENT NHL play. I think we’re talking about two different things here.
At his current play, he’s not an NHL player
In the future he absolutely will be, and likely a very good one.
There are absolutely concerns though as a highly skilled 2nd overall player should be in the NHL by now. The IQ issues that I’ve talked about since his draft year are really showing so far. Remains to be seen if that gets fixed.
I think until you actually see what he does at the NHL level there won’t be enough people seeing him as a future star.
He can play as well as he can in the AHL but the size will always be a worry. It certainly doesn’t mean he won’t be a star goalie, but the fact remains small goalies rarely become elite in the NHL. Again, does not mean he won’t, but the odds are against him.
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lmao
If Byfield isn't as good as Ruzicka in 3.5 years, I'll send you a case of beer.
But that's a hard sell given Byfield was scoring at the same 'disappointing' NHL pace this year at a month or 2 older than 19 as Adam Ruzicka was at 22.5.
He's only not in the NHL because of illness. It's a conditioning stint because he lost 20 pounds.
If anything the dude has now started two seasons looking like the best player on the ice several nights only to get hurt/sick and have to play catch up. THAT is the bigger concern than his actual play at this point. When he was playing with skilled players, Iafallo-Byfield-Vilardi was our best line, he had 3 pts in 5 games before Iafallo got hurt and Vilardi got moved up.
He's absolutely an NHLer right this moment and a good one. Fair to question his ceiling? Absolutely. But this post is a completely outdated take.
Frolov 6'3
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Questions about him being a future star (Byfield) player or even top 6 material are legitimate.
Saying he is not a current NHL player is too ridiculous for words.
Saying he is not a current NHL player is too ridiculous for words.
He has 14pts, 5G in 54 NHL games. That simply is NOT a good NHL player. Him getting scarcted after failing horribly in the playoffs just reinforced this.
He will likely get there someday, but he’s undoubtably a disappointment at this point.
And what I am saying is the goalies his age with his skill were already playing in the NHL ...
cool story bro
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The guy was old enough to play in the WHL last year. Wtf are you talking about?
Got many examples of current goalies playing in the NHL at 19?
nope, i just like giving flames fans a hard time ... haha hagdThe guy was old enough to play in the WHL last year. Wtf are you talking about?
Got many examples of current goalies playing in the NHL at 19?
At some point, Production matters. And if Wolf produces while Byfield doesn’t, the size queens will need to capitulate.
The Avs have two small goalies right now and are getting some of the best goalie play they’ve had in ages.
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Oh is this another guy calling me a racist for pointing out poor hockey IQ?
Tired act big fella
Frolov 6'3
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I don’t think that is the issue he meant but more about the fact the draft was barely two years ago. Yet you already clap yourself on the back. If he hadn’t play any NHL games than he would not have been a disappointment…..how does this work for you ? You would have said this exact same thing if he played in the AHL only ? I doubt it.Oh is this another guy calling me a racist for pointing out poor hockey IQ?
Tired act big fella
Yesterday you said he was not a NHL player currently [in capital letters]. Racoon Jesus said it didnt look that way before he got sick and you counter with statistics from last season.…right…
Heck a 10G & 20 points season wouldn’t even that bad in his first year.
Let me get this straight that Byfield could become Bustfield after all, that’s not the point. I wouldn’t bet my money on it either but you seem to have something against him.
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Frolov 6'3
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Obviously you have nothing to add.
It was his D+2 season actually but who cares. You are not looking for answers or perspective anyway.
Do you think it’s a good sign he doesn’t look NHL ready, scratched, and production about as well as Tomas Nosek?
Raccoon Jesus
We were right there
He has a vested interest in Byfield's failure since he's been motherf***ing him since two years before the draft, it's best not to take his takes on QB very seriously. There would be nothing he could do that would qualify as 'good enough' at any point.
Calling him 'not nhl ready' and 'scratched' should be the clue that it's deliberate ignorance.
Frolov 6'3
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You do understand there is a possibility that people who think Lafreniere is a bust, also think Byfield is a bust and vice versa ?
You are easily entertained.
0.914 sv % this year is "elite"?
#17 among AHL goalies. Almost made the top half of the league I guess?
I have been a buyer of Wolf in my dynasty fantasy leagues so I believe in him. Although I am always a little guarded against AHL success. In the 05 lockout Jason Lababerba was the AHL's best goalie, and the AHL that year was super deep with talent. This had me thinking LA had their goalie of the future.
JAD should be the target for the Flames IMO. Local kid who is hard on the puck and can play center or wing. He would be Lewis's replacement. Utility player with speed.
