Interesting. Crazy we got another mid first. I was high on Bahl’s upside. He’s blown those hopes out the water. He’s been a stud back there.
Should have just signed Zadorov for that. Bahl has not been nearly that good.
Hard disagree. Zadorov has always been at his best playing bottom pair minutes
What? lol. He’s playing against the top line on every team night in night out. On the lowest scoring team in the league, and he’s -1. Zadorov played on the third pair. I did advocate to sign Zad while he was there, but to say he’s been better than Bahl is a horrendous take.
I'm glad he's working out for you guys. I always will root for ex Devil's players. His play last season really wasn't impressive but he looked good during the 2022/23 season. I'm suprised he will make potentially that much money on his next deal. Not saying he doesn't deserve it or he isn't good but he must of taken a step forward this season.
This is at least according to a recent broadcast so I can't exactly prove it but he's apparently leading the league in stick checks this year despite missing 11 games from an injury.
Apples and oranges. Zadarov is a bottom pairing guy who, aside from the huge hits and occasional big goal, is nowhere near being a top 4 guy. Bahl is a legit top four dman.
I don't entirely agree with that description of Zadorov. He's a fine #4 but doesn't provide the level of defensive play that Bahl does. He does provide more offense.
Calgary fans also though Sharangovich was a top-6 player and were happy giving him 5 x 5.75. The extension hasn't even started yet and he's already regressed to a 12 goal 24 point player lol.
Nobody in Calgary can score unless Huberdeau is directly involved this year. Yegor doesn't play with him at all. I'll take the bet that he will bounce back next season.
Why not? Calgary cant score. It's not the fault of middle 6 player like Sharangovich, it's that Calgary lacks any sort of star players. Huberdeau leads this team with a measly 55 points, but 50 of his points have been goals or primary assists. When you multiple star players on your roster you end up with a solid middle 6 guy like Carter Verhaeghe putting up 60+ point seasons.
Bahl showed flashes with NJ but his play waxed and waned. Hopefully he becomes more consistent in Calgary.
He was young there, it takes both time and opportunity to become a legitimate NHL defenseman. He will continue to grow here in Calgary and will probably continue to get that opportunity in the top 4.
Word is Rango has been playing hurt pretty much all year.
