Plus minus is team dependent for the most part. For reference, relative to his teams performance, Carrey Terrance had a worst plus minus and he’s likely going to be selected in the first 100 picks. They might need to work on their defense but looking at their raw plus minus isn’t going to give true insight into whether they are liabilities or not.
Indeed, they had the worst +/- last season though there's definitely a 'Niagara factor' in play there as 7 of the bottom 10 were Ice Dogs.
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Even a better question...............Have we seen the results of his work here?Ontario Hockey League
The OHL consists of 20 member teams, including 17 in the province of Ontario as well as three in the United States, with two in the state of Michigan and one in the state of Pennsylvania.
Who?
Never heard of him.
The myth of the legendary franchise just keeps growing and growing.
Killer was asked once if Deboer would make it as a pro coach. He said" Why Not. There are only so many damn ways to move a puck out of your end". In other words it's not rocket science. Yet here we had a unknown "scientist' on the staff. Who would of thunk it? Analytics are great if they show positive results for your franchise. I they show negative results continually what does a team do with that stat? There is no magic potion that wins championships at this level. To increase your chances you need a seasoned coach that knows systems and can make appropriate adjustments during games. Decent scouting is important. Along with great goaltending, skilled players that score timely goals and a massive horseshoe up the wazoo. Once you accomplish these things your team is off to the races.
And development of skills - passing, shooting, stick handling, skating.... doesn't hurt either.Killer was asked once if Deboer would make it as a pro coach. He said" Why Not. There are only so many damn ways to move a puck out of your end". In other words it's not rocket science. Yet here we had a unknown "scientist' on the staff. Who would of thunk it? Analytics are great if they show positive results for your franchise. I they show negative results continually what does a team do with that stat? There is no magic potion that wins championships at this level. To increase your chances you need a seasoned coach that knows systems and can make appropriate adjustments during games. Decent scouting is important. Along with great goaltending, skilled players that score timely goals and a massive horseshoe up the wazoo. Once you accomplish these things your team is off to the races.
and getting the players to buy in and go through a brick wall for him and the team!
This is what has been missing here for a while. I like the fact the Rangers picked players in the last draft that were captains. Might find a real leader amongst them. A Mike Richards type player. There are some players born with winning instincts in their blood that can't be taught. Players that hate to lose at anything. I always find it interesting watching the Knights if they are on the losing end of a game. The players seem to hate losing and act out before the last whistle. Old Dale was that type of player and I think his passion effects his players.
aspects of "Hunter Hockey" can be admired! That other aspects hasnt been on display for numerous yrs, Ole Dale has changed with the times.This is what has been missing here for a while. I like the fact the Rangers picked players in the last draft that were captains. Might find a real leader amongst them. A Mike Richards type player. There are some players born with winning instincts in their blood that can't be taught. Players that hate to lose at anything. I always find it interesting watching the Knights if they are on the losing end of a game. The players seem to hate losing and act out before the last whistle. Old Dale was that type of player and I think his passion effects his players.
He did pass on his camel coloured sports coat to Dillon if that's what you mean Ward?
No way......still has another 35 yrs left in that coat (BTW..originally cream coloured but you know...dry cleaning is expensive and you know the Hunters)!
That's Dale. Those old farm boys are a thrifty bunch!
And yet two old retired guys with over a century of vast hockey knowledge amongst them are itching to right the ship. As you once said "a few nose boppers are not bad thing"Rangers promote DeKort, Hitzig in hockey operations department
Kitchener, Ont. – The Kitchener Rangers announced today changes to staffing within the hockey operations department. Current goaltending coach Jordan DeKort has been promoted to Director of Goaltending and Video Coach for the Rangers and Matt Hitzig has been added as Hockey Operations Assistant and Scout.
PS : Goes on to say Dekort has been a huge part of the Ranger's success over the last two seasons.
Throwing around the word "success" rather loosely imo.Rangers promote DeKort, Hitzig in hockey operations department
Kitchener, Ont. – The Kitchener Rangers announced today changes to staffing within the hockey operations department. Current goaltending coach Jordan DeKort has been promoted to Director of Goaltending and Video Coach for the Rangers and Matt Hitzig has been added as Hockey Operations Assistant and Scout.
PS : Goes on to say Dekort has been a huge part of the Ranger's success over the last two seasons.
OHL players really need to pay attention to the pros in the play offs this year. No one taking prisoners. Head on a swivel at all times and they still get run over by a truck. You have to be able to skate because it's all about speed and physicality. I would love to see some speed and physicality in the Rangers going forward. Just a pipe dream but why not.And yet two old retired guys with over a century of vast hockey knowledge amongst them are itching to right the ship. As you once said "a few nose boppers are not bad thing"
Goons in hockey have been "reimagined" today as grit players.....only these grit players are big, fast, and can contribute on the scoreboard as well as other areas of the game. How many times have we said on these boards that the Rangers have too many of the same type of hockey player and lack the physicality to push back? Hlacar would be a great add to the team not to mention a coach that encourages a more physical style of play. I'm not talking goon tactics but I am advocating good, clean, hard hitting.
This is very true. The big physical players are still out there hitting everything that moves. There might not be as many scraps as in days gone past but opponents know who is going to cause chaos when certain players jump on the ice. There are actually former OHL players in the NHL that really never fought or played physical that surprise fans with their physicality. Guess they changed their style to survive. My point is if the OHL is supposedly a developmental league for pro hockey should it not imitate the NHL to some degree? I think the essence of OHL game has changed with all the new rules brought in over time. The Hamilton GM said one thing they look for in players when scouting is character. Character players seem to be missing from the scene here in KW for quite some time now. A little sandpaper goes a long way sometimes and keeps the fans on the edge of their seats. At the very least wakes them up. The fan experience more boring IMO. Now with all the stoppages for reviews and every one involved in the game looking at tablets fans get frustrated. It's like watching the OJ trial. I do agree with suspensions for dirty unnecessary hits that injures players. One thing I can't stand about the NHL games is all the gambling crap they push down peoples throats. McDavid and Gretzky really need the cash. Some guy or gal on line spending the family grocery money betting on hockey games. Guess it fits the narrative today. Fish are biting , time to concentrate on my float.
Good post. When is Walleye season?This is very true. The big physical players are still out there hitting everything that moves. There might not be as many scraps as in days gone past but opponents know who is going to cause chaos when certain players jump on the ice. There are actually former OHL players in the NHL that really never fought or played physical that surprise fans with their physicality. Guess they changed their style to survive. My point is if the OHL is supposedly a developmental league for pro hockey should it not imitate the NHL to some degree? I think the essence of OHL game has changed with all the new rules brought in over time. The Hamilton GM said one thing they look for in players when scouting is character. Character players seem to be missing from the scene here in KW for quite some time now. A little sandpaper goes a long way sometimes and keeps the fans on the edge of their seats. At the very least wakes them up. The fan experience more boring IMO. Now with all the stoppages for reviews and every one involved in the game looking at tablets fans get frustrated. It's like watching the OJ trial. I do agree with suspensions for dirty unnecessary hits that injure players. One thing I can't stand about the NHL games is all the gambling crap they push down peoples throats. McDavid and Gretzky really need the cash. Some guy or gal on line spending the family grocery money betting on hockey games. Guess it fits the narrative today. Fish are biting time to concentrate on my float.
Walleye season is open. I believe it opened 3rd Saturday in May. Haven't fished that much for them recently. Use to troll for them after dark years ago.
Your insiders might have Dale mixed up with Mark. "Allegedly" Mark has the alligator arms that dont reach the bottom of his pockets
