Kitchener Rangers 2015-16 Season Thread
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He looked really good.
Played mostly on a line with Bunamman and Mascherin.
Skated well, was all over the puck, took and gave out hits.
Got lots of ice, pp and pk
Set Miller up on a nice play.
Fit right in.
Watched the game in St.Kitts and he has an abundance of speed and did not look out of place.He could help the team this year on a full time basis.l only would worry about the 68 games of getting hit every nite.He IMO will be a major asset next year.
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That was one player that I had penciled in for this type of transaction. Will this be the fate of Bwzoey(sp?) and Casganette as well? All three players (all entering their 3rd year of OHL eligibilty) hasn't scored a goal nor shown any offensive flair for it. The Rangers might be better served by carrying younger players who may development better with 4th line minutes as a "energy line".
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I agree 100% of these two guys as well. They've had more than enough time To show what they can do at this level. As you say, it's time to make way for some younger guys with more upside. Just wondering, whatever happened to that player who took his act to somewhere in Europe a year or two ago? I can't remember his name not sure where he went. Maybe Finland I'm thinking? Do we still own his rights ? Is the book closed on him ever playing at this level?
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Blasby went over to Starbulls Rosenheim U-19 in Germany last season. According to eliteprospects, they have him with the North York Rangers for this season. I'm not sure if the Rangers still hold his rights (I would assume they do?), but he seems to have moved on.
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Thank you Mr. Snider
Now if the damn Yotes would send MacInnis back, that would be peachy.
When was the last time the Rangers went into a season without having naming a captain? Are they waiting for MacInnis?
When was the last time the Rangers went into a season without having naming a captain? Are they waiting for MacInnis?
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Probably. I'd give it to Llewellyn if it were up to me.
I think the last time was when they waited for the Cames to send Skinner back. It eventually went to Landeskog.
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That's one quality that has been lacking from this group the past couple of seasons - a true leader. Last season we turned to a new comer - Maskaant. Who undeniably turned out to be a fine captain. This year again I would say there's no clear cut leader. My money goes on Robinson when he returns by the way. Next season I can see Bunnamen.
Yeah I could see it. Robinson is one of those guys who leaves it out on the ice most nights.
And yes moving forward Bunnaman would my guess for next year. Maybe David Miller or Darby but thats still a ways a way
Really like the things VanRyn said in Brown's article today.
"I think the days of the screaming, yelling and intimidation and trying to get players to play better through that are over." Even from the nosebleeds at the Aud you could tell there wasn't any tight relationships between the players and Smith. I'm sure it was beyond obvious to the assistants who were in the room every night. MVR's right in saying kids have a lot more anxiety today and can be a little more sensitive. You can still hold these kids accountable without berating them. I'm old-school and do think it's necessary sometimes, but it was happening almost every game last year and on the bench in front of 7000 fans which is a little over the top in my opinion. All three of the coaches do seem a lot more approachable. I think the more relaxed and confident these kids are, the more production they'll put out.
Was not a fan of the MVR hire immediately, but only because I assumed he'd been 'learning' under Smith, when it looks like he's going to be taking the complete opposite approach.
Pumped for tonight
"I think the days of the screaming, yelling and intimidation and trying to get players to play better through that are over." Even from the nosebleeds at the Aud you could tell there wasn't any tight relationships between the players and Smith. I'm sure it was beyond obvious to the assistants who were in the room every night. MVR's right in saying kids have a lot more anxiety today and can be a little more sensitive. You can still hold these kids accountable without berating them. I'm old-school and do think it's necessary sometimes, but it was happening almost every game last year and on the bench in front of 7000 fans which is a little over the top in my opinion. All three of the coaches do seem a lot more approachable. I think the more relaxed and confident these kids are, the more production they'll put out.
Was not a fan of the MVR hire immediately, but only because I assumed he'd been 'learning' under Smith, when it looks like he's going to be taking the complete opposite approach.
Pumped for tonight
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Really like the things VanRyn said in Brown's article today.
"I think the days of the screaming, yelling and intimidation and trying to get players to play better through that are over." Even from the nosebleeds at the Aud you could tell there wasn't any tight relationships between the players and Smith. I'm sure it was beyond obvious to the assistants who were in the room every night. MVR's right in saying kids have a lot more anxiety today and can be a little more sensitive. You can still hold these kids accountable without berating them. I'm old-school and do think it's necessary sometimes, but it was happening almost every game last year and on the bench in front of 7000 fans which is a little over the top in my opinion. All three of the coaches do seem a lot more approachable. I think the more relaxed and confident these kids are, the more production they'll put out.
Was not a fan of the MVR hire immediately, but only because I assumed he'd been 'learning' under Smith, when it looks like he's going to be taking the complete opposite approach.
Pumped for tonight
Good post! I agree pretty much 100%. But what I also like about MVR is what he said today on the coaches show on 570 news. When talking about who our new captain will be, he said he's going to let the players decide by their performance. He said he's not delaying the announcement just because Ryan MacInnis is not in the lineup. He said he'll appoint a captain when someone steps up and proves that they can lead this team. He doesn't agree with just giving it to somebody just because.
I think that's a very good philosophy. Also, he said there'll probably only be two assistant captains. He feels with too many assistants, you have too many people in official leadership roles and therefore the team gets pulled in different directions. He says he's old-school and one captain And two assistants is the way to go.
Sounds good to me!
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Saw Garreffa score an amazing goal at practice yesterday. Would have been on a highlite reel if in a game during the season. Such a small guy. Not sure if he will stick for too long. I am sure I saw MacInnis in the hall by the dressing rooms near the end of practice. Nice to see the way these coaches teach. Everyone gets involved on the ice. Refreshing change from the last few years.
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That's what I saw at practice as well, very organized and each asst coach was busy teaching in various spots on the ice. Skill development seems to be a priority at least early in the year. Other years it just seemed like endless line rushes with half the team standing around.
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Both MacInnis and Sergeev are back but are not going to be on the ice according to the coach.
I don't know why they wouldn't play Macinnis. Bailey drove back in rush hour traffic from Buffalo the day of last season's home opener. I do think Opilka is the #1 goalie and a very calm/collected kid, but I would've made his first official start up in North Bay instead of home opener at the Aud (watch him steal the game tonight now
). Loving Roberts and Hora playing together though! Hopefully that stays the same throughout the season.
). Loving Roberts and Hora playing together though! Hopefully that stays the same throughout the season.I don't know why they wouldn't play Macinnis. Bailey drove back in rush hour traffic from Buffalo the day of last season's home opener. I do think Opilka is the #1 goalie and a very calm/collected kid, but I would've made his first official start up in North Bay instead of home opener at the Aud (watch him steal the game tonight now
Why wouldn't you start Opilka here? He's a talented kid and can handle it. He gives us a better chance to win than Carty, so you play him.
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