Kitchener Rangers 2023-24 Season Thread (Part 4)

[Comet09]

If my kid was a dman I'd definitely be leaning towards the NCAA. Most of the top dmen in the NHL are either US college or Euro trained. Admittedly not a clue why that's the case.

That is a very financially risky route and it surprises me. If my kid was a top prospect, unless he was offered a spot on the top NCAA team and was good with leaving after his first or second year, I would not encourage the college route. An Economics Prof once shared with me how dumb the decision was financially for top prospects to choose NCAA over the O if they plan to finish their college program. You can get your degree anytime, but you can't get your peak athletic performance years back and the sooner you perform well in the NHL the sooner you get massive earning potential. It's also risky to commit three or four years to a (non-earning) program during your peak athletic years with the chance that you could sustain a career limiting injury. Plus, the O provides money for post-secondary. NCAA is a good route for kids whose families are realistic that they will never play in the NHL and are content that they get to play hockey while earning a quality degree in a quality program.

 

[bobber]

That is a very financially risky route and it surprises me. If my kid was a top prospect, unless he was offered a spot on the top NCAA team and was good with leaving after his first or second year, I would not encourage the college route. An Economics Prof once shared with me how dumb the decision was financially for top prospects to choose NCAA over the O if they plan to finish their college program. You can get your degree anytime, but you can't get your peak athletic performance years back and the sooner you perform well in the NHL the sooner you get massive earning potential. It's also risky to commit three or four years to a (non-earning) program during your peak athletic years with the chance that you could sustain a career limiting injury. Plus, the O provides money for post-secondary. NCAA is a good route for kids whose families are realistic that they will never play in the NHL and are content that they get to play hockey while earning a quality degree in a quality program.

Good points. Only a very small percentage of junior age players or college players make the jump to pro. Most don't have the skill level or skating to keep up with the pace. Some do get a cup of coffee and disappear. Also the average size in the NHL is around 6'1" 200 pounds. Dmen are usually bigger. It's great these young players have options. Still I am a fan of OHL hockey so I want to see the top prospects in this league.

 

[Krangers08]

A 3 point night has put Arquette at the top of OJHL rookie playoff scoring and 6th overall. 12 points in 8 games.
*Monette & Nichol are the refs tonight

 

[GeoBlue]

Any updates on the lineup tonight?

 

[OttersHockey1968]

Best of luck Ranger fans. May the best team win. Hoping for an injury free exciting series!!!

 

[K2]

Any updates on the lineup tonight?

 

[bobber]

I predict Elinas will score 50 in a season before he leaves for greener pastures.

 

[bobber]

Namestikov got 4 games for the hit in the Soo. About time.

 

[digicamo]

Namestikov got 4 games for the hit in the Soo. Bought time.

I wonder if Edwards get a call for the hit on Sop? Sop stayed on the ice so I’m not sure, if he would’ve left the game I would say a suspension would be guaranteed. He was Erie’s best player tonight so that would be good for us.

 

[bobber]

I wonder if Edwards get a call for the hit on Sop? Sop stayed on the ice so I’m not sure, if he would’ve left the game I would say a suspension would be guaranteed. He was Erie’s best player tonight so that would be good for us.

Doubt they even look at the hit. Sop skated away after. Erie got away with about 3-4 infractions. Team has to play through. I would like to see Pug either put up some points or shut his mug. Dumb penalty in the 3rd and the Rangers came out kind of flat. Elinas big game. Sale and Mesar were real noticeable . Razor needs to get his nose dirty in these games.

 

[Savard18]

I wonder if Edwards get a call for the hit on Sop? Sop stayed on the ice so I’m not sure, if he would’ve left the game I would say a suspension would be guaranteed. He was Erie’s best player tonight so that would be good for us.

It was a clear elbow to the head and looked completely intentional. If THAT’S not a penalty or a suspension….

 

[Tim Wallach]

Not that it makes the hit okay, but Edwards apologized to Sop on the next shift.

 

[Krangers08]

Rookie line drawed 2 penalties, Thought Dirracolo and savard were a good duo tonight. Hm to Mercer

 

[robertmac43]

One of those games where we were good but not great. Happy to get the game 1 win nonetheless.

 

[EvenSteven]

One of those games where we were good but not great. Happy to get the game 1 win nonetheless.

Happy to get the win, but vs a better opponant, the outcome is likely different.

We have to tighten up in some areas.

 

[Buttsy]

That is a very financially risky route and it surprises me. If my kid was a top prospect, unless he was offered a spot on the top NCAA team and was good with leaving after his first or second year, I would not encourage the college route. An Economics Prof once shared with me how dumb the decision was financially for top prospects to choose NCAA over the O if they plan to finish their college program. You can get your degree anytime, but you can't get your peak athletic performance years back and the sooner you perform well in the NHL the sooner you get massive earning potential. It's also risky to commit three or four years to a (non-earning) program during your peak athletic years with the chance that you could sustain a career limiting injury. Plus, the O provides money for post-secondary. NCAA is a good route for kids whose families are realistic that they will never play in the NHL and are content that they get to play hockey while earning a quality degree in a quality program.

Plus / Minuses to both but drafted (to NHL) from the NCAA means that you are immediately eligible to play in the AHL. CHL players drafted (to NHL) either make the NHL or are forced back to their Junior team. For pure money the AHL pays I think 85k a year and as far as development I think a case could be made for either depending on the player?

 

[robertmac43]

Tagging in.

I was wondering what all the photo changes were on this thread. Had to come back a couple pages.

Will join in as well.