Leafs need 4 players, 2 D and 2 forwards
They need 2 d that can play defence first, big bodies that can slot in behind Muz but ahead of Sandin. If you go into the playoffs with Holl and Lilygren in the lineup, kiss the cup good bye.
Two forwards that can play a heavy game, play in the crease (to take away the eyes of the opposing goalie), to play heavy in their own, end forwards that create space for the big 4.
The trouble becomes the cap and the fact Dubas emptied the cupboards bare last year. We don't have a lot of cap space and we don have a lot of futures to deal. If a team was willing to take Dermott, Ritchie and Holl as part of a package, that makes picking up assets at the TDL much easier.
from NYI Clutterbuck (RW) /Chara (LD)
Clutterbuck Scouting report
The feisty forward will hit anything in an opposite-colored jersey, though he does it smartly and picks up comparatively few penalties. Owns plenty of drive and determination that help him make life miserable for opposing defensemen when he gets in on the forecheck. Has grown into an effective penalty killer. He is not a big scorer but has a sharp, accurate wrist shot that is a decent weapon.
Chara scouting report
"Big Z" still has the size (6'9"), strength and enormous reach to be a shutdown defenseman, but his speed and mobility continue to decline after more than 20 seasons in the NHL. He plays with enthusiasm and grit, still has a booming shot, is a leader in the locker room and can be a mentor to younger teammates. Has great difficulty dealing with quick forwards, since he is no longer nimble. He will go down as one of the all-time great defensemen in the National Hockey League.
from Anaheim Getzlaf ( C ) & Manson ( RD )
Getzlaf Scouting Report
His playmaking is first-rate, and he also owns a big shot. A complete package, he plays a well-rounded game. Can play the point on power plays. Powerful, he uses his size effectively down the middle. Is not afraid to play a physical brand of hockey. He is a true leader in the NHL. Has become inconsistent in terms of production over time. Also has a tendency to take a bad penalty now and then. Will make poor decisions on the ice when he extends his shifts too much, or when he sees too much playing time. Tends to pass up quality shots now and then.
Manson Scouting Report
Has excellent size and is fairly physical along the blueline. Excels mostly in defensive situations and owns some shutdown ability. Usually plays with poise in the NHL. His offensive numbers, even at lower levels, were never his strength. While he can play a physical game, he is not the intimidating presence his father Dave was.
He ain't no gangsta for us though. We are getting rid of him as soon as dubas can. Lets see if its next week, or the next after that. We are already hard, but will get even harder. Might even take in chiarot or Petry or a real killa in rinaldo. We that gangsta. With our gangsta ways.
