News and Notes XVI: RF's Vision Quest

[RodTheBawd]

Part of that is very valid THH, but I think there's more to it. While Skinner had a good season last year, he was coming off of a prior season where he suffered another concussion (pre-season) and had career lows in goals, assists, points and +/- (lockout season not withstanding). I tend think that "bad" season was the anomaly, but in order for Skinner to get recognition among the hockey community, he needs to start having good seasons consistently, back to back and not suffer any more concussions. If Skinner can put together a 30G+ season this year, while staying healthy, and still playing an improve 2-way game, I think people's view of him will start to change.

I still maintain that 14-15 was entirely Peters and systems, not concussion or inconsistency related. I think he'll even improve upon last year... but he'll still be one hit away from death.

 

[NotOpie]

And so it goes....

 

[Boom Boom Apathy]

I still maintain that 14-15 was entirely Peters and systems, not concussion or inconsistency related. I think he'll even improve upon last year... but he'll still be one hit away from death.

Yeah, I think you are right. That said, the 3 seasons Skinner didn't have a concussion:

31G,
33G,
28G

The 3 seasons he had a concussion:
20G
13G (48 game lockout shortened season)
18G

 

[NotOpie]

Yeah, I think you are right. That said, the 3 seasons Skinner didn't have a concussion:

31G,
33G,
28G

The 3 seasons he had a concussion:
20G
13G (48 game lockout shortened season)
18G

So if the law of averages holds true, he's due for another one....

 

[RodTheBawd]

Yeah, I think you are right. That said, the 3 seasons Skinner didn't have a concussion:

31G,
33G,
28G

The 3 seasons he had a concussion:
20G
13G (48 game lockout shortened season)
18G

And 2 of those weaker seasons he had a new coach, right? Impossible to determine exactly the cause, hopefully he won't have any injuries this season, which would eliminate one variable

 

[CandyCanes]

And so it goes....

I always forget. Is RCI open for those voluntary practices? And if so what time are they?

 

[Oldracer]

I got there around 10:30 today, Cam, Hainsey, Slavin, several unidentified guys working out. Usually get more guys after Labor day. The new owners have really spiffed the old barn up! Looks great.
This is one of the great benefits for us hockey fans in a small market! Walk right in and watch the best skaters in the world play pond hockey! They can't do this in Mtl, Pitt, Chg etc.

 

[Boom Boom Apathy]

I got there around 10:30 today, Cam, Hainsey, Slavin, several unidentified guys working out. Usually get more guys after Labor day. The new owners have really spiffed the old barn up! Looks great.
This is one of the great benefits for us hockey fans in a small market! Walk right in and watch the best skaters in the world play pond hockey! They can't do this in Mtl, Pitt, Chg etc.

I haven't been there, but I've heard that up until today, Cam, Slavin and Carrick have been the only guys.

 

[Lucky Lindy]

So...?

 

[the halleJOKEL]

QUEBEC HERE WE COME!

probably

 

[CandyCanes]

So...?

Mike Commodore will be replacing Tripp Tracy. John Forslund retweeted Commodore's tweet.

 

[raynman]

All ginger pre game show with Michelle McMahon?

 

[Joe McGrath]

Director of bathrobe fashion?

Probably announcing the new captain.

 

[Dishface]

Director of bathrobe fashion?

Probably announcing the new captain.

My first thought

 

[cptjeff]

Director of bathrobe fashion?

Probably announcing the new captain.

We're signing Commie's good friend Chad LaRose.

 

[Surrounded By Ahos]

We're signing Commie's good friend Chad LaRose.

Director of Smile Development

 

[GoldiFox]

Whatever it is, it is undoubtedly going to be disappointing. Commie isn't breaking anything interesting.

 

[CandyCanes]

Director of Smile Development

Would love to have Skinner's non stop smile back from his rookie season. Larose may be the man to do that. That could be the key to winning us some cups.

 

[Unsustainable]

 

[HisIceness]

Jerry Jones is buying the team.

 

[CandyCanes]

Chip also tweeted: "Lot of talk about a "big" Canes announcement coming. Not sure about that but could be a PTO. Maybe someone like a Raffi Torres? We'll see."

I really hope it's a contract extension to Ronny Franchise vs a PTO to Raffi Torres if that's all it is.....

 

[GoldiFox]

Canes need to find a way to get rid of a bottom-6 forward, not add one

 

[DaveG]

Oh dear lord I REALLY hope it's not a PTO to Torres, last thing we need is another season derailed by a 4th liner on Faulk in practice.

 

[Vagrant]

Raffi Torres has signed a PTO with us. And I'm a big fan of that move.

 

[Rad ChaLose]

wat.