NHL 12 Dynasty Thread Part 5

[ChibiPooky]

ISLANDERS RELOCATE
September 21, 2011

Portland, Oregon - The New York Islanders are one of hockey's greatest traditions. No hockey fan can forget seeing Bossy, Trottier, Potvin or Turgeon take the ice.

Thanks in part to a lack of funding from Nassau County, that chapter of NHL history is closed. The Islanders are now the Portland Pylons. Former owner Ed Wang said, "It's been a tough road the past few years, but I have immensely enjoyed my time as owner of the New York Islanders. Best of luck to [new owner] Paul Allen." He then turned back to counting his money. The Pylons' new owner, Microsoft co-founder Paul Allen, commented as well: "I look forward to bringing the same successful breed of ownership as I have brought to the Portland Trail Blazers."

Captain John Tavares was the first player to speak about the move: "Well, it seemed a bit odd - we were all done with camp and ready to start the preseason, and then we got word we'd actually be playing in Portland... it all happened very fast. We appreciate everything Long Island has done for us, but now we're looking forward to thrilling the City of Roses and competing with the Winterhawks to be the best hockey team in the city."

The Pylons will play in the Rose Garden, a 20,000+ seat multi-purpose arena. "It's like we're a real NHL team!" exclaimed Tavares upon hearing the news. "It's so much more - well, everything - than the NVMC."

The move also signaled a different kind of change for the players. Top prospect Nino Niederreiter learned that he would spend the season in juniors instead of playing in the NHL. "It's probably a good thing," said Niederreiter, "I'm just not ready for that level. To be honest, I don't know why I was going to be called up in the first place."

The Pylons will start the season with the following lines:

Pierre-Alexandre Parenteau - John Tavares - Matt Moulson
Kyle Okposo - Frans Nielsen - Michael Grabner
Matt Martin - Josh Bailey - Brian Rolston
Trevor Gillies - Marty Reasoner - Jay Pandolfo

Mark Streit - Travis Hamonic
Mike Mottau - Mark Eaton
Andy MacDonald - Steve Staios​

Evgeni Nabokov will be the opening night starter in goal, with Rick DiPietro backing him up. Veterans Trevor Frischmon, Michael Haley, and Milan Jurcina are the healthy scratches. The Pylons open the preseason tomorrow against Pittsburgh, and the regular season opener is October 8th, a home game against the Florida Panthers.

 

[bWo*]

http://www.operationsports.com/foru...563764-2012-2013-rosters-more-xbox-360-a.html

need help putting this on my xbox

 

[ChibiPooky]

PYLONS WIN TO START PRESEASON
September 22, 2011

Portland, Oregon - The NHL's newest team started the preseason on the right foot, defeating the Pittsburgh Penguins 3-1. Jay Pandolfo scored the franchise's first goal, while captain John Tavares added a goal of his own. Penguins captain Sidney Crosby would set up Craig Adams for Pittsburgh's lone goal of the night. Andy MacDonald put the game away with an empty-netter at 19:45 of the third. Evgeni Nabokov stole the show with 29 saves on 30 shots, and enforcer Trevor Gillies recorded 2 assists and a +2 rating to take the second star of the game.

 

[ChibiPooky]

PYLONS INK BERGFORS
September 24, 2011

Portland, Oregon - The new GM of the Portland Pylons, Chibi Pooky, didn't wait long to make an impact, signing free agent right wing Niclas Bergfors to a three-year contract worth $1.6M per year. "I'm extremely happy to be playing on a team with so many players from my neck of the woods," said Bergfors. The 24-year old is expected to join the team for tomorrow's preseason game against the New York Rangers.

 

[Kairi Zaide]

I started a dynasty with the Habs. I will quick sim until the end of the year and post a reports with trades and stuff.

 

[dustyrockon]

DUCKS TRADE UP TO FIRST PICK​

After some solid negotiating, Renney was able to squeeze out a deal. Sending St. Louis first round pick (27th overall), Dan Sexton and a first round pick in 2016 for Washingtons 1st round (1st overall) pick obtained from Colorado.

'I'm very pleased with this transaction. However Sexton did have a great year and played very well, I feel he is a small piece to pay to obtain Nail Yakupov. Yes I've said it, this is who we will be picking with our first overall pick. I feel that by 2016 the loss of that 1st won't be such a big deal, because I am convinced we will be contenders. I'm also very excited about our 2nd first round pick!'- Tom Renney

Very bold words, from as what we've discovered to this point, a very direct general manager. The Ducks also hold the 15th overall pick in the first round and have not mentioned much about who they think they might draft. We believe Renney will probably draft a D, seeing as their are some very solid defense men later ranked in the draft.

[FIELDSET="TRADE"]
To Washington: STL 2012 First round pick (27th) + RW, Dan Sexton + ANA 2016 First round pick
To Anaheim: COL 2012 First round pick (1st)
[/FIELDSET]

 

[xVolchenkov]

2014 Off-Season
Draft Day Results
Senators pick first overall & thirty-first overall.

Connor McDavid was drafted first overall by the Senators

1st Overall - C, Connor McDavid (86 OVR; A,B-,A)
While not physically overwhelming, McDavid is a dominating
offensive force who is equally effective in the offensive zone or off
the rush. He’s a tremendous skater with great acceleration and
agility, which helps him avoid a lot of body contact due to his
elusiveness. While primarily known as a play-maker, McDavid has an
under-rated shot which makes him all that more dangerous. An
easy choice to go first overall, McDavid could see NHL ice time as
soon as next season.

NHL Comparable: Wayne Gretzky / Ryan Nugent-Hopkins / Pavel Datsyuk

31st Overall - RW, Joshua Ho-Sang (78 OVR; B-,C-,B)
Last year was a bumpy ride at the best of times with concerns
about teamwork, attitude, and coachability all coming into play.
While these concerns are valid, there is no denying the sheer
offensive talent that Ho-Sang possesses. Ho-Sang is one of the
top skaters in the draft and his stickhandling and shooting ability
rival that of NHL players. The big question mark with Ho-Sang will
be whether or not he can learn to be a team player and maximize
his potential. Ho-Sang was projected to in the top 10, and can be
a real 'boom-or-bust' player for Ottawa.

NHL Comparable: Steven Stamkos / Matt Duchene / John Tavares


http://www.thescoutingreport.org/2012-ohl-priority-selection-1st-mock-draft-2/

 

[Kairi Zaide]

2011-12 SEASON SUMMARY
Going into rebuild mode​

Trades
TO MTL
D Brendan Smith
TO DET
D Tomas Kaberle
--------
TO MTL
RW Cam Atkinson
2012 3rd round pick
TO CBJ
LW Rene Bourque
--------
TO MTL
LW Devante Smith-Pelly
C Peter Holland
RW Emerson Etem
TO ANA
RW Brian Gionta
LW Blake Geoffrion
2013 3rd round pick
--------
TO MTL
2012 2nd round pick
TO DAL
D Chris Campoli
--------
TO MTL
C Jonathan Huberdeau
D Erik Gudbranson
D Dmitry Kulikov
TO FLA
C Lars Eller
D Andrei Markov
RW Brendan Gallagher
RW Danny Kristo

Waiver pick-ups

From NYI : G Anders Nilsson

STANDINGS
Eastern Conference
New York Rangers - 103
Buffalo Sabres - 98
Carolina Hurricanes - 96
Toronto Maple Leafs - 97
Boston Bruins - 93
Ottawa Senators - 91
Washington Capitals - 89
New Jersey Devils - 88

Tampa Bay Lightning - 88
New York Islanders - 88
Florida Panthers - 87
Pittsburgh Penguins - 86
Philadelphia Flyers - 83
Winnipeg Jets - 79
Montreal Canadiens - 72

Western Conference
Nashville Predators - 115
Vancouver Canucks - 107
Anaheim Ducks - 105
St. Louis Blues - 103
Chicago Blackhawks - 100
Minnesota Wild - 97
Los Angeles Kings - 91
Detroit Red Wings - 85

San Jose Sharks - 85
Phoenix Coyotes - 85
Calgary Flames - 83
Dallas Stars - 79
Edmonton Oilers - 75
Columbus Blue Jackets - 72
Colorado Avalanche - 65

Red and blue are Stanley Cup Finalist. Bold is Stanley Cup winner.

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Coming soon : Draft results, signings, awards. These should be more detailed. Just wanted to go quickly through the first season.

@Xelace : McDavid always ends up being a stud. He's definitely an amazing player to build around. However I need to mention that even though he should be drafted in 2015, I've created him for my rosters as some people were requesting him.

 

[dustyrockon]

2011-12 SEASON SUMMARY
Going into rebuild mode​

Trades
TO MTL
D Brendan Smith
TO DET
D Tomas Kaberle
--------
TO MTL
RW Cam Atkinson
2012 3rd round pick
TO CBJ
LW Rene Bourque
--------
TO MTL
LW Devante Smith-Pelly
C Peter Holland
RW Emerson Etem
TO ANA
RW Brian Gionta
LW Blake Geoffrion
2013 3rd round pick
--------
TO MTL
2012 2nd round pick
TO DAL
D Chris Campoli
--------
TO MTL
C Jonathan Huberdeau
D Erik Gudbranson
D Dmitry Kulikov
TO FLA
C Lars Eller
D Andrei Markov
RW Brendan Gallagher
RW Danny Kristo

Bolded trades are trades I would never want to see the Canadiens do. At least not now.

 

[xVolchenkov]

Bolded trades are trades I would never want to see the Canadiens do. At least not now.

I would defiantly do the first and last one.

I'm curious what your roster looks like now.
Your defense and prospects look great.
Offense seems a bit weak and inexperienced though.
I'm excited to follow your Be a GM. Looks promising.

 

[dustyrockon]

DRAFT DAY RESULTS

1. ANA - Nail Yakupov, LW
2. NJ - Mikahil Grigorenko, RW
3. OTT - Alex Galchenyuk, C
4. TOR - Malcolm Subban , G
5. PHI - Liam Maaskant, D
6. CBJ - Dalton Thrower, D
7. BUF - Craig Duininck, D
8. PHX - Ben Parent, RW
9. TB - Sebastian Collberg, RW
10. LA - Mark Tremaine, LW
11. CAR - Andreas Athanasiou, LW
12. DAL - Zach Franko, LW
13. EDM - Toni Kallela, RW
14. BUF - Greg Jambrosich, C
15. ANA - Olli Maatta, D
16. NYR - Michael Curtis, C
17. WIN - Brett Findlay, LW
18. TB - Matt Finn, D
19. MIN - Adam Restoule, LW
20. WAS - J.F. Grenier, D
21. CGY -Xavier Roloson, D
22. SJS - Francis Beauvillier, C
23. BOS - Ryan Rupert, C
24. PIT - Max Gortz, RW
25. NYI - Marcus Due-Boje, G
26. VAN - Eric Ming, RW
27. WAS - Jason Houde, LW
28. MTL - Jarrod Maidens, C
29. PIT - Sam Roberts, D
30. CHI - Garret Hooey, C

45. ANA - Billy Jenkins, C
86. ANA - Brandon Hynes, RW
105. ANA - Morgan Rielly, D
135. ANA - Cody Ceci, D
183. ANA - Jake Patterson, G
195. ANA - Sergej Burmistrov, C​

This was a very solid draft for the Anaheim Ducks. Probably one of their deepest in years. Drafting an all star in Yakupov and solid top pairing D Maatta only in the first round. Billy Jenkins shows great upside, but may need a few years. Which appears would be perfect, if Berglund or Getzlaf ever leave or even as a third line center man. Cody Ceci could be one of the biggest steals this draft, as he was ranked in the top 30 for a few months at the start of the season.

[FIELDSET="PROSPECT ANALYSIS"]
Nail Yakupov
Height: 5'11
Weight: 175Lbs
Age: 18
Country: Russia
Projection: High scoring first line winger

Olli Maatta
Height: 6'3
Weight: 201Lbs
Age: 17
Country: Finland
Projection: Offensive top pairing

Billy Jenkins
Height: 5'11
Weight: 172Lbs
Age: 17
Country: Canada
Projection: 2nd - 3rd line center

Brandon Hynes
Height: 5'9
Weight: 178Lbs
Age: 19
Country: Canada
Projection: 1st line winger in AHL

Morgan Rielly
Height: 6'0
Weight: 191Lbs
Age: 18
Country: Canada
Projection: 2nd pairing defensive d-man

Cody Ceci
Height: 6'2
Weight: 190Lbs
Age: 18
Country: Canada
Projection: two way top pairing

Jake Patterson
Height: 6'1
Weight: 167Lbs
Age: 18
Country: Canada
Projection: AHL Goalie

Sergej Burmistrov
Height: 6'1
Weight: 193Lbs
Age: 18
Country: Ukraine
Projection: KHL
[/FIELDSET]

 

[dustyrockon]

I would defiantly do the first and last one.

I'm curious what your roster looks like now.
Your defense and prospects look great.
Offense seems a bit weak and inexperienced though.
I'm excited to follow your Be a GM. Looks promising.

I mean Brendan Smith has plenty of upside, but Canadiens aren't exactly in rebuild mode... Therefore keeping Kaberle makes more sense because he has much more experience. We already have so many young D.

2nd trade... Losing Markov would certainly hurt the habs chances at the playoffs. (Of course if he stays healthy...) I also have a man crush on Eller. But I don't see him ever getting traded either. Gallagher has tons of upside despite his size. He reminds me of a Gionta. Same attitude and work ethic too. Kristo is the only expendable player in that trade. imo

 

[Deku]

2014 Western Conference Finals
The Best of the West
vs.

Lee Stempniak celebrates his OT goal in game two with his teammates.

Finally, for the first time since 2004, the Calgary Flames are back in the Stanley Cup Finals. Also, it is guaranteed that a Canadian team will win the Stanley Cup for the first time since the Canadiens did it in 1993, as the Flames will face the Toronto Maple Leafs in the Stanley Cup finals.

The series against Columbus wasn't anywhere near as close as the previous two that the Flames had to play, but that doesn't mean it was easy. "We were very fortunate in games two and three, those could have gone either way. Regardless, I am extremely grateful that I have been given the opportunity to lead my team all the way to the Stanley Cup Finals, and now we have a chance to win it all. It's been a fun ride, and hopefully it has a happy ending." - Flames Captain Mark Giordano

Game 1: 4-2 Loss
Game 2: 3-2 OT Win (Stempniak scores winner)
Game 3: 3-2 OT Win (Wideman scores winner)
Game 4: 5-2 Win
Game 5: 3-0 Loss
Game 6: 4-2 Win


Coming up next:
2014 STANLEY CUP FINALS
vs. ​

 

[dustyrockon]

TEAM SIGNINGS AND FREE AGENT FRENZY​

Substantial changes have been made to the Ducks roster this off season. The Signing of veteran right winger Jaromir Jagr for 4.900M dollars is the biggest question mark on every body's mind right now. After losing Selanne to injuries most of last season, and then followed by his retirement would it be worth the risk of signing another older player. Jagr just turned 40 last season, and finished with 51 points in Dallas 22 of which were goals. If he stays healthy this will add nice depth on the right wing.

In addition GM Tom Renney also signed center Jarret Stoll to a three year 3 million dollar deal. He will most likely play third line minutes along with the PP and PK. Stoll recorded 44 points last season with the kings and had a +9 rating.

Other signings include Jordin TooToo for 2 years at 1.900M per and Scott Hannan for 1 year 1.515M. This adds more grit to this roster and size. TooToo who likes to play the body isn't afraid to throw a hit or take a hit to make the play. As for Hannan he is a stud on D. Over the last three seasons he hasn't missed a game. Last season he recorded 14 points and a +19 rating. His strength, health and defensive prowess will be of great help to the Ducks this upcoming year.

'Locking Berglund down long term was my primary concern this off season. I was able to do that for a good price, and still focus on other talented free agents I wanted to keep this team contending for a playoff spot, while continuing to grow internally.' - Tom Renney


[FIELDSET="DUCK SIGNINGS"]
Trent Hunter - Resigned 2 years - 1.200M per
Matt Smaby - Resigned 1 year - 0.975M
Brad Staubitz - Resigned 3 years - 1.520M per
Kyle Cumiskey - Resigned 4 years - 2.000M per
Patrik Berglund - Resigned 6 years - 3.750M per
Jeff Deslauriers - Resigned 2 years - 1.100M per

UFA's

Jaromir Jagr - Signed 1 year - 4.900M
Jordin TooToo - Signed 2 years - 1.900M per
Jarret Stoll - Signed 3 years - 3.000M per
Scott Hanna - Signed 1 year - 1.515M
Jonathan Cheechoo - Signed 1 year - 1.000M
Rafael Diaz - Signed 2 years - 1.000M per

[/FIELDSET]

[FIELDSET="KEY LEAGUE SIGNINGS"]
COL - Sign Shane Doan - 1 year
CGY - Sign Bryan Allen - 3 years
STL - Sign David Perron - 1 year
FLA - Sign Kris Versteeg - 1 year
WPG - Sign Ondrej Pavelec - 1 year
TOR - Sign Oscar Moller - 3 years
NJ - Sign Martin Biron - 2 years
CHI - Sign Mike Commodore - 2 years
STL - Sign Taylor Pyatt - 1 year
PHX - Sign Chris Mason - 2 years

[/FIELDSET]

 

[ChibiPooky]

STREIT NOTCHES FRANCHISE'S FIRST
October 8, 2011

Portland, Oregon - Defenseman Mark Streit tallied the Portland Pylons' first ever goal as a franchise 3:35 into Opening Night, sending the home fans into a frenzy. Unfortunately, Streit's goal would be one of the lone bright spots, as the Panthers would control play from that point forward, eventually taking the contest 5-2.

 

[dustyrockon]

YAKUPOV, RATTIE DOMINATE PRESEASON​

Many young players were penciled in to the preseason games. The two that stood out the most in the entire league was left wing Nail Yakupov and right wing Ty Rattie. Playing on separate lines Yakupov accumulated 8 points in 4 games and Rattie 7 in 4. Amongst them were Cody Ceci, Rikard Rackell, Morgan Rielly, Olli Maatta, Luca Caputi, Jake Patterson and John Gibson.

All but one were sent down to play Juniors or play for the Admirals. Nail Yakupov turned heads in pre season. His 8 points only 1 was a goal, but he was all over the ice. Blowing passed star players, and setting up his line mates Getzlaf and Perry. He shows great promise, and is clearly ready for the big club. If he begins to slump don't be surprised if GM Tom Renney sends him down to Juniors.

[FIELDSET="TOP 5 DUCKS SCORERS"]
Yakupov - 4GP - 1G - 7A - 8PTS
Rattie - 4GP - 3G - 4A - 7PTS
Getzlaf - 4GP - 2G - 4A - 6PTS
Stoll - 4GP - 3G - 2A - 5PTS
Perry - 4GP - 2G - 2A - 4PTS
[/FIELDSET]

STARTING LINEUP FOR HOME OPENER​

Yakupov - Getzlaf - Perry
Bickell - Berglund - Jagr
Belesky - Stoll - Hunter
Staubitz - Cogliano - TooToo

Beauchemin - Fowler
Cumiskey - Hannan
Sbisa - Lydman

Hiller
Deslauriers​

The home opener will take place on October 4th, 2012. And will be versus the Columbus Blue Jackets who finished 24th last season.

 

[ChibiPooky]

PYLONS CLAIM SUTHERBY
October 12, 2011

Portland, Oregon - The Portland Pylons claimed center Brian Sutherby off waivers from , GM Chibi Pooky announced today. The 29-year old former first-round draft pick is expected to fill in as a defensive/penalty kill specialist. Sutherby will earn $.71M this year, and will be an unrestricted free agent after this season.

 

[Deku]

2014 Stanley Cup Finals
Shattered Hopes

vs.

The Toronto Maple Leafs swept the Calgary Flames in the Stanley Cup Finals to win their first championship since 1967.

Here is what Flames general manager Deku Scrub had to say: "I am very disappointed in how our team performed in the Finals. All that work to get there, and then no one showed up. We have a core, but more tweaking must be made before we can win a championship."

Game 1: 3-0 Loss
Game 2: 4-1 Loss
Game 3: 5-1 Loss
Game 4: 4-1 Loss

Flames offseason report coming up next.
​

 

[ChibiPooky]

TAVARES LEADS PYLONS TO FIRST WIN
October 13, 2011

Portland, Oregon - John Tavares scored two power play goals in 15 seconds and Kyle Okposo added a goal and two assists as the Portland Pylons won for the first time in franchise history and improved to 1-2 for the season. The home fans were treated to a high-scoring contest, with twelve goals scored between the Lightning and the Pylons. Tavares finished the night with a hat trick and an assist in 23:20 of ice time.

"It's great to get that first win, especially in front of the best fans in the league," Tavares said after the game. "Now we need to build off this win, get some momentum going, and improve in the standings."

The Pylons next square off against the New York Rangers on October 15th at the Rose Garden.

 

[ChibiPooky]

Portland Pylons @PortlandPylons
PA Parenteau out with an upper body injury. Expected to miss a couple games. Coach Pooky: "He'll return when he's 100%."

 

[dustyrockon]

YAKUPOV SCORES 2 IN NHL DEBUT

THREE STARS

*** - Jarret Stoll - 1G/1A/2Hits/3S/+2
** - Nail Yakupov - 2G/4S/+1
* - Jonas Hiller - 2.00GAA/.943SV%/36SA​

Yakupov had a remarkable first NHL game. Scoring both goals in the 2nd and at full strength. Hes already showing that he can compete and that he wants to stay on the Ducks starting roster.

When asked how it felt scoring his first goal 6:46 into the 2nd, he had this to say 'It felt good, playing on home ice with the fans, it was great. The 2nd was even better feeling!' Chuckled Nail Yakupov.

 

[ChibiPooky]

Bridgeport Sound Tigers @BridgeportSoundTigers
Rhett Rakshani missed last night's game with an abdominal strain. He is expected to return in 2-3 weeks.

 

[dustyrockon]

YAKUPOV OUT 2 WEEKS WITH PULLED GROIN​

During a game against the Detroit Red Wings, Yakupov jumped off the bench and landed oddly pulling a muscle in his groin. He is reported to miss two weeks and possibly more to make sure he is fully recovered. Before his injury he had 9 points in 14 games, and was on a 4 game pointless streak.

 

[ChibiPooky]

Portland Pylons @PortlandPylons
Rick DiPietro has been told he's getting the start tomorrow night in Pittsburgh. Nabokov has been struggling so no surprise.

 

[dustyrockon]

YAKUPOV BACK, LYDMAN + STOLL GO DOWN​

In Yakupov's return after his short departure due to his pulled groin. The Ducks won the game 6-1 against the Sharks. However Stoll crashed into the boards and sprained his MCL, and is expected to miss over 5 weeks. Lydman bruised his ribs in practice and is expected to miss about a week or so.