Player Discussion Oliver Wahlstrom Claimed by Bruins
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Everyone can say what they want, but that line has worked hard, hopefully it will pay off.
PlayMakers
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Glad to see him get one. You could see the relief on his face.
He's getting more comfortable with the system and teammates
Considering that DS is sending young prospects to RI after short stints on the Club, it’s good to see he taking longer to evaluate Oliver’s role on the team. His goal Saturday and play against Tampa should buy him a longer period to win a job.
CharasLazyWrister
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I have to keep reminding myself he’s just 24 years old and, in theory, is still on the upswing. I always think of waiver pickups as “grizzled veterans” for whatever reason.
I’ve been less impressed with his play than many others judging from reading the board. Not sure where he slots into an NHL lineup long term. Either way, I do agree with Sweeney and others that he’s worth a longer look than a run of the mill prospect who hasn’t proven himself (at least somewhat) at the NHL level.
He’s working hard and that’s all any fan or coach can ask.
I’ve been less impressed with his play than many others judging from reading the board. Not sure where he slots into an NHL lineup long term. Either way, I do agree with Sweeney and others that he’s worth a longer look than a run of the mill prospect who hasn’t proven himself (at least somewhat) at the NHL level.
He’s working hard and that’s all any fan or coach can ask.
Blowfish
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The team just lost 6 in a row and it was all Swayman against Panthers. Don’t think anyone here would lose any sleep Losing him on waivers to bring up 1 or 3 of Lysell, Pots, Merk, or Letteri (speed and leading points PBruins)
CharasLazyWrister
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Over the volcano
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Hes playing good but the guy can't finish. As I've said before it's sad they give vets like him 14 games and give Merk/Lysell 2 and 1 games respectively. Even if you don't think these guys will be NHLers it's concerning to see as a fan
I thought he played well last night and was working hard, one thing I liked about him, and something that team does not do enough, when he gets the puck on his stick he is looking to shoot. I sometimes think they look to make that extra pass when it is not necessary .
Yeah I like some things that he does, but at the end of the day if your biggest asset is your shot then you gotta start scoring if you want to stay.
KnightofBoston
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His break away attempt was him in a nutshell
Thinks he scores so play is over, had he played until there was no doubt, the puck was right at the feet of Fleury begging to be put home.
Kid’s gotta find the dog in him if he wants to stay in this league
Thinks he scores so play is over, had he played until there was no doubt, the puck was right at the feet of Fleury begging to be put home.
Kid’s gotta find the dog in him if he wants to stay in this league
Your last sentence is right on the money and it is something that has bothered me for a long time.
Wahlstrom took 2 brain dead penalties in the offensive zone last night but at least the guy isn't afraid to shoot like the rest of them.
Do you think he has a chance to solidify a role on the 3rd line (if he can break through a bit more than he does now) in the future or is he 4th line material? Note that "4th line material" isn't an insult, good teams roll a solid 4th line that is more than just fungible junk.
Totally agree, time to move on from this 1st round bust. This guy wouldn't be getting so many chances if not for his 1st round pedigree.
I thought that line had some jump to it and he will get physical, and if you have him and Freddy play like they did last night, makes me a little less concerned about Poitras.
Kegs
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He looked decent yesterday. Had a couple shots on net. Hit the post on another. Caused a bit of chaos in the offensive end. It’s not like he is breaking the salary cap or anything.
wintersej
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At this point you run him until the long break and then tell him his long break is going to be a very long break.
Blowfish
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Is he a better option over top performing PBruins? You can see some
Skill/shooting skills. Are the offensive zone penalties something to be concerned about? Tough call. I liked some of his game last night.
Over the volcano
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I want to pull for the guy. Impression coming in was that he needed to be in an offensive role to out produce his limitations in other aspects. 1 goal in 14 games is pretty rough for that standard. His skating looks really off - like he maladjusted when rehabbing his knee.
If they're going long term with him, like they see something fixable and are looking to develop him into something through next season then I get it.
A lot like Brazeau though - They're offense first (and kind of only) and they're not producing.
If they're going long term with him, like they see something fixable and are looking to develop him into something through next season then I get it.
A lot like Brazeau though - They're offense first (and kind of only) and they're not producing.
weaponomega
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Personally I like him. He's not floating, getting chances and shots and been a bit unlucky. II really liked the Frederic, Wahlstrom, Brazeau line when they were together. Seeing Lysell or Merkulov over him is very tempting given the lack of production.
Exactly, when you are up against the cap, this is the way you need to go, and he is young that means something to me.
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