Owen Sound Attack 2022-23 Season Thread

[Stellar29]

Your entire post here makes sense Stellar29 and I agree the entire focus needs to be next year. But I don't get sitting all these young kids while playing the OAs so much, especially important minutes when they are not impact players. Let's develop the younger kids who will be here next year. That kind of falls on coaching though that I strongly feel needs to be addressed.

I don't disagree with that point. They need to develop the likes of Brennan, Cormier and Tersigni as I believe they are all going to be needed next season in some respect. The top 6 is largely set going into next season.

Bryant - Goure -Barlow
Petrovsky - Guindon - Lawrence/Burroughs

If Cormier can make strides the rest of this season he may be ready to run with third line center next season or at the very least become a contributing winger capable of playing middle six minutes. Brennan I think should take a step forward next year as he has the tool kit for it with his skating and shot. He plays an intelligent game. I like Tersigni as a high energy/compete player who I think should chip in on offense next year. I think all three have made improvements this year but it would be nice to see some counting stats with a little more consistency towards the end of the season.

I don't know if the offense will ever be there for Chafe. He skates well and competes hard but hasn't found the score sheet too often. I think he's at the very least a solid defensive player. I'm not sure anyone knows what Fantino is at this point. I don't think they'd be too happy with him as a 19 year old fourth line player next season. Bonauito at this point is a complete mystery. I just hope for his sake he gets healthy and isn't hampered with long term effects of post concussion symptoms.

The D group heading into next year is the biggest weakness in my opinion. If they could get the right import, maybe an 18 year old with some NHL draft stock, it could greatly improve the D core without spending assets.

 

[AttackBeacher]

I don't disagree with that point. They need to develop the likes of Brennan, Cormier and Tersigni as I believe they are all going to be needed next season in some respect. The top 6 is largely set going into next season.

Bryant - Goure -Barlow
Petrovsky - Guindon - Lawrence/Burroughs

If Cormier can make strides the rest of this season he may be ready to run with third line center next season or at the very least become a contributing winger capable of playing middle six minutes. Brennan I think should take a step forward next year as he has the tool kit for it with his skating and shot. He plays an intelligent game. I like Tersigni as a high energy/compete player who I think should chip in on offense next year. I think all three have made improvements this year but it would be nice to see some counting stats with a little more consistency towards the end of the season.

I don't know if the offense will ever be there for Chafe. He skates well and competes hard but hasn't found the score sheet too often. I think he's at the very least a solid defensive player. I'm not sure anyone knows what Fantino is at this point. I don't think they'd be too happy with him as a 19 year old fourth line player next season. Bonauito at this point is a complete mystery. I just hope for his sake he gets healthy and isn't hampered with long term effects of post concussion symptoms.

The D group heading into next year is the biggest weakness in my opinion. If they could get the right import, maybe an 18 year old with some NHL draft stock, it could greatly improve the D core without spending assets.

I wonder if it would be worth considering keeping Sawyer over a Lawrence next year?

 

[Frankie The Suit]

I don't disagree with that point. They need to develop the likes of Brennan, Cormier and Tersigni as I believe they are all going to be needed next season in some respect. The top 6 is largely set going into next season.
Bryant - Goure -Barlow
Petrovsky - Guindon - Lawrence/Burroughs
If Cormier can make strides the rest of this season he may be ready to run with third line center next season or at the very least become a contributing winger capable of playing middle six minutes. Brennan I think should take a step forward next year as he has the tool kit for it with his skating and shot. He plays an intelligent game. I like Tersigni as a high energy/compete player who I think should chip in on offense next year. I think all three have made improvements this year but it would be nice to see some counting stats with a little more consistency towards the end of the season.
I don't know if the offense will ever be there for Chafe. He skates well and competes hard but hasn't found the score sheet too often. I think he's at the very least a solid defensive player. I'm not sure anyone knows what Fantino is at this point. I don't think they'd be too happy with him as a 19 year old fourth line player next season. Bonauito at this point is a complete mystery. I just hope for his sake he gets healthy and isn't hampered with long term effects of post concussion symptoms.
The D group heading into next year is the biggest weakness in my opinion. If they could get the right import, maybe an 18 year old with some NHL draft stock, it could greatly improve the D core without spending assets.

Another player that hasn’t received much ice time is Braedyn Rogers. Next year he will be a Rookie again.

 

[Stellar29]

I wonder if it would be worth considering keeping Sawyer over a Lawrence next year?

Personally, Goure is the only lock. I would give Lawrence the edge on Burroughs based on his ability to play centre and his size being something the rest of the projected roster is missing. D is more of a toss up for me. Sawyer is the better defender. High compete and good skater. Sedley is the better offensive player but needs some improvement in the defensive zone and needs to be stronger on the puck with some of the turnovers this year. I think the development of the younger D and the results of the import draft likely will determine who they go with. I would lean towards Sawyer personally, especially is Petrovski shows the ability to be be the puck carrier on the PP next season. I think they go 2F and 1D with the OA spots next year myself but would totally understand if they went 2D and 1F.

 

[AttackBeacher]

Personally, Goure is the only lock. I would give Lawrence the edge on Burroughs based on his ability to play centre and his size being something the rest of the projected roster is missing. D is more of a toss up for me. Sawyer is the better defender. High compete and good skater. Sedley is the better offensive player but needs some improvement in the defensive zone and needs to be stronger on the puck with some of the turnovers this year. I think the development of the younger D and the results of the import draft likely will determine who they go with. I would lean towards Sawyer personally, especially is Petrovski shows the ability to be be the puck carrier on the PP next season. I think they go 2F and 1D with the OA spots next year myself but would totally understand if they went 2D and 1F.

Probably fair, if they get a top 6 F easier to keep Sawyer as the 3rd OA and vis versa.

I will say I think Sawyer has been as advertised since coming back. Goure hopefully is back in the lineup Wednesday

 

[Stellar29]

Probably fair, if they get a top 6 F easier to keep Sawyer as the 3rd OA and vis versa.

I will say I think Sawyer has been as advertised since coming back. Goure hopefully is back in the lineup Wednesday

The good news is they have five strong OA options depending on how they want to shape the roster going into next season. Some tough choices ahead but they should get good value for the guys they move out. Certainly a good problem to have.

If Goure plays Wednesday he's ahead of his recovery schedule. The fact he tried to play yesterday was shocking. Tough young man.

 

[Stellar29]

I think this is a very solid hockey trade. Adds some size and grit to the bottom six.

 

[Millpond]

I think this is a very solid hockey trade. Adds some size and grit to the bottom six.

All the Best to Tino in the Soo.
He's got potential, just needs to get it together.

 

[HockeyPops]

What kind of game does Julian Fantino play?

 

[Bear in the Woods]

 

[Stellar29]

What kind of game does Julian Fantino play?

Fantino is tough to read. He's got a good set of hands and can rip the puck but doesn't often get into good positions to utilize his shot. His compete level has been questioned by the coaching staff at times but there's a player there if he puts it together.

 

[AttackBeacher]

What kind of game does Julian Fantino play?

Fantino is tough to read. He's got a good set of hands and can rip the puck but doesn't often get into good positions to utilize his shot. His compete level has been questioned by the coaching staff at times but there's a player there if he puts it together.

I think we all have seen good skill but for me he lacks hockey sense to pull it all together, probably why he is never in the right position.

 

[Stellar29]

Another player that hasn’t received much ice time is Braedyn Rogers. Next year he will be a Rookie again.

I think if he was more physically mature at the start of the season they wouldn't have needed to shelter him as much. He's a very late birthday as well so I think they've done a decent job of protecting him a bit. I'm sure the off ice work and the development with the coaching staff this season should set him on the right path next season. It would be nice if he finishes the season strong and maybe steals someone's job. He's got a very intriguing tool kit.

I think we all have seen good skill but for me he lacks hockey sense to pull it all together, probably why he is never in the right position.

Hit the nail on the head.

 

[AttackBeacher]

Another player that hasn’t received much ice time is Braedyn Rogers. Next year he will be a Rookie again.

I think that was probably the plan? Late birthdate, let him get his feet wet with no pressure and play as a #6 next year on a very good team, top 4 the year following.

 

[PensFan101]

What kind of game does Julian Fantino play?

As others have said, has a great shot and teases with his talent level, but hasn't put it together consistently. Seems to show up in the big games as he was unreal in the playoffs last year.

Someone who could just as easily be a "what were we thinking letting him go" in two years, turning into possibly a pro prospect, or someone struggling to justify an overage card.

I like Hookey's size and obviously top tier name getting added to the lineup. Something we need more of in the bottom 6.

 

[Stellar29]

I think that was probably the plan? Late birthdate, let him get his feet wet with no pressure and play as a #6 next year on a very good team, top 4 the year following.

Exactly my thoughts. He's a very intriguing player that when he fills out could be a very good Dman. All the players seem to rave about his shot so wouldn't be shocking if he works his way into a more offensive role next season.

 

[Millpond]

Exactly my thoughts. He's a very intriguing player that when he fills out could be a very good Dman. All the players seem to rave about his shot so wouldn't be shocking if he works his way into a more offensive role next season.

The kids has the skating and skill.
Some may look at last year, where 3 rookies were our top line after Christmas, and think the same will be repeated.

Learning defence at this level is difficult .

Let Braeden play in situations where he will succeed.
He and Ben Cormier will be big parts moving forward, and moreso next year.

 

[Stellar29]

The kids has the skating and skill.
Some may look at last year, where 3 rookies were our top line after Christmas, and think the same will be repeated.

Learning defence at this level is difficult .

Let Braeden play in situations where he will succeed.
He and Ben Cormier will be big parts moving forward, and Moreno next year.

I don't really have any complaints about the rookies this year. I've seen improvements from them over the course of the season. They don't have the ice time or opportunities last year's crop got as the team is much better overall. I think they should be better equipped for next season having learned other aspects of the game besides scoring.

 

[KFawcett]

I don't really have any complaints about the rookies this year. I've seen improvements from them over the course of the season. They don't have the ice time or opportunities last year's crop got as the team is much better overall. I think they should be better equipped for next season having learned other aspects of the game besides scoring.

I agree with everything you have said in these last posts. I to am happy with the progression of our rookies. I do believe Sean Teakle does quite a bit of work off ice with the players as far as strength and conditioning. I think Andy Playter still oversees it but Sean is there everyday.

 

[Greys]

We just traded Uens??? Wholly crap! I didn't see that one coming.

 

[Stellar29]

 

[Stellar29]

We just traded Uens??? Wholly crap! I didn't see that one coming.

I kind of wondered if he might be on the way out with him playing forward the last few games. Personally, he was one of my favorites. Never questioned his effort level and an absolute warrior on the ice. I suspect this is about trying to get Rogers more ice time and continuing the trend of adding some larger grittier forwards in Hookey and Stewart. I think Uens had a higher upside than Jordan but Uens had more value to trade so he becomes the odd man out. This one stings.

 

[AttackBeacher]

I kind of wondered if he might be on the way out with him playing forward the last few games. Personally, he was one of my favorites. Never questioned his effort level and an absolute warrior on the ice. I suspect this is about trying to get Rogers more ice time and continuing the trend of adding some larger grittier forwards in Hookey and Stewart. I think Uens had a higher upside than Jordan but Uens had more value to trade so he becomes the odd man out. This one stings.

Agreed, It sucks, he was one of the guys I loved.

Adding Petrovsky seems to have taken alot of his ice away.

 

[Greys]

I kind of wondered if he might be on the way out with him playing forward the last few games. Personally, he was one of my favorites. Never questioned his effort level and an absolute warrior on the ice. I suspect this is about trying to get Rogers more ice time and continuing the trend of adding some larger grittier forwards in Hookey and Stewart. I think Uens had a higher upside than Jordan but Uens had more value to trade so he becomes the odd man out. This one stings.

I see now London 3 2024 added. That helps. DD must think Luddington is worth something. Otherwise Stewart doesn't bring enough points to worth Uens.

 

[PensFan101]

Uens is near the top of names who didn't take a step forward this season, so I hope it works out better in Kingston.

I'm definitely on the bandwagon for the big issue with this team being the coaching staff. Too many guys who showed promise last year stagnating or not developing: Fantino, Uens, Chafe, etc. And we've got too many 19 year olds to be fence sitting.

Hoping the new guys coming in also benefit from the change of scenery. Definitely concerned there's a lack of upside with the new additions. Also wonder how quickly Luddington may get signed.