There aren't many hockey writers who can really write like Porty can. We've been blessed to have him as a chronicler. I'm hoping he pulls through.
Interesting Info: Part XXII (Jackets-related "tidbits" here)
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There aren't many hockey writers who can really write like Porty can. We've been blessed to have him as a chronicler. I'm hoping he pulls through.
BB88
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Aaron. So saddened by this. You’re a gifted writer and someone I thoroughly enjoy. I’ve had the pleasure of chatting with you several times and each was a pleasurable interaction. As someone who has wrestled with a serious health issue for almost a decade, I can relate but tell you that the medical community can do great things. Here’s wishing you the best.
Double-Shift Lasse
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I don't have access to Twitter/X - can anyone tell me what the top part of the text box is that I'm missing? Clearly, Portzline has a health issue and needs an organ transplant, but details are missing. Thanks.
Sounds like a pretty fun job for the most part, until you get a Zherdev-case I guess. If the position's open, I'll take it.
I3LI3
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i’m always thinking of random players who played for us… remember timmy? yeeesh. time warp haha.
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I was kind of excited about him as part of the Nash trade. But in the end his hockey career is only about being included in a couple of big trades - he was also part of the Kessel to Pittsburgh trade.
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My memory of that Spring is that Atkinson was stinking up the top line, many of us were clamoring to move him back. And I think Bjorkstrand took that spot down the stretch and through the playoffs.
I am wondering if there was ever a Duchene to 1RW thought or if Dzingel misspoke. Duchene was center the entire time he was a Jacket. Or in this story did Panarin want to switch away from Dubois' line?
Today’s game?
If not then the regular season broadcast will be on Bally’s Sports Ohio like last year.
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CBJWerenski8
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Must not have a lot of faith in Laine working out at center. And/or maybe they want to gradually move Jenner to wing
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At this point - and it’s early- Laine has given no reason (FOs notwithstanding) to not seriously think he can play center. If he continues to grow in the coming games, he may actually produce his best season as a Jacket.
As to why they’d look for another center……If true, I think it’s a sign of Jarmo desperation to win now and not be fired at season’s end.
Sounds more to me like Friedman is the one who doesn't believe in Laine at center. Laine's reputation is cast in Minecraft bedrock at the national level. He can never do anything to change it, period. He's a lazy one-dimensional wing who plays video games, that's it.
Perhaps they're looking for a middle-6 C with good faceoff numbers? Fantilli, Laine and Kuraly haven't proved they're great at the dot. Jenner has won most of his draws in past years but he can be prone to injuries so they think they more depth can't hurt? It would be a desperation move nonetheless.
Most likely as a safety measure. Laine and Fantilli are both new to playing center in the NHL, you can't just expect it to work out. That's the type of stuff they did in previous years and resulted in disaster. Over confidence in their ideas/plans with no back up plan.
Are they actively looking for someone before the season starts? Probably not but I'm sure they're gonna gauge and assess after the first 15 games if they can rely on Laine and Fantilli for the entire season.
Jenner is essentially the only proven top 6 center. I don't think Jarmo is looking at this season as another developmental year, mostly because I don't think his job is very secure.
Hopefully he doesn't panic trade for contracts who won't resign here.
koteka
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It's not 'Dr. Pascal Vincent,' but it's the opportunity of a lifetime for Blue Jackets' new boss
Definitely a great read!
Definitely a great read!
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I'm all for being successful because he seems like the kind of guy who just works for everything he's earned and people see and respect that.
However, if he is successful, I blame Jarmo and JD for passing over him twice to hire their friends as coaches before giving him the chance. I don't know how much I can trust them to continue to make good decisions for the team.
Viqsi
"that chick from Ohio"
This isn't about the Jackets or a current or former Blue Jacket, but it is largely about Columbus hockey. Somehow I didn't realize that Treliving is ex-Chill.
theathletic.com
Spinal Tap, Johnny Rotten and undercooked turkeys: Untold stories of Brad Treliving's ECHL career
Even 30 years ago as a rough and tumble ECHLer Brad Treliving showed hockey management might be in his future.
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