GDT: Training Camp 2021: Everyone Else Too Lazy to Make a Thread
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I think Miller is going to "make" the team out of camp but it's gonna be more of a taxi squad thing until the AHL opens, unless he really ends up looking comfortable at the NHL level.
Might be something like him and Reunanen swapping spots for the first few weeks of the season.
e: basically I think part of the talking him up is that the Rangers are also figuring that he gets a free two-three weeks with the team until the AHL is an option so they're really interested to see if he takes the opportunity and runs with it, but most likely he still goes to the AHL when it becomes an option
Might be something like him and Reunanen swapping spots for the first few weeks of the season.
e: basically I think part of the talking him up is that the Rangers are also figuring that he gets a free two-three weeks with the team until the AHL is an option so they're really interested to see if he takes the opportunity and runs with it, but most likely he still goes to the AHL when it becomes an option
Does Reunanen have top 4 potential? I'm so glad we're finally getting Finnish players. Seems like we've always had some aversion to them.
Hearing JD's voice is like getting a long warm hug. I feel like I'm 16-17 years old again I love that beautiful, beautiful man.
I'd say second pair potential? But maybe good 3rd pair, seems like a solid two way guy at his potential
I think he has second pair potential. He's a solid two-way guy but IDK if he has the defensive acumen or consistency to play on the top pair.
Talking in an "ideal" sense, of course. Lots of second pair guys as we know end up playing on the top pair. That's his realistic upside IMO. I think he'd make a great third pair option and PP2 option if they wanted a left shot up there.
Honestly, when I say top 4 I mean second pair.
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Oh, man. The first time seeing "video" of him in an EA game (98? Sega Saturn?) is one of my warmest, fuzziest memories. I too, love that beautiful, beautiful man.
Unless something miraculously changed over this past year, I'd be shocked if Miller makes this team.
Yes, he's got physical tools but he hasn't been all that special at "defending".
I wouldn't be disappointed if he doesn't make it.
He'll just need more time.
The AHL will do wonders for him..
Yes, he's got physical tools but he hasn't been all that special at "defending".
I wouldn't be disappointed if he doesn't make it.
He'll just need more time.
The AHL will do wonders for him..
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I could see Miller getting a few games early before the AHL opens and then going back down. Similar to junior players eligible for slides.
CHL is one of the weaker leagues defensively and he hasn't done anything special there so what makes you think he gets a few games?
Are we talking about Miller? He didn't play in the CHL.
He posted elite numbers in terms of preventing zone entries and controlled exits last season, among other things. He played way better than the box score would lead you to believe.
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Yes that’s definitely not the CHL.
Uh, yeah I know where he played. The CHL is the Canadian Hockey League. NCAA hockey is not a "weak" defensive league by any means. Honestly have no idea what you're talking about and I'm pretty sure you don't, either.
My bad.. Wrong label. Reading from CHN but yeah, I'll stick with the weak defense.
You think he's ready to take on the big boys?
I don't.
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I think Miller needs another year but I wouldn't shocked if he sticks.
I have said repeatedly he's closer than many think, but that next season will be his year. With that said, I absolutely think they will give him a look at some point this season--whether it's at the beginning of the year if he plays well in camp or at the end of the season.
The team gushes about him at every chance and brought him to the RTP camp in the fall for a reason. They think he's close to having enough of a toolbox to play.
Wish we gave Boyle a PTO. There are some others I would consider as well. But there are options better than the AHL/NHL tweeners we signed to play 4th line
I guess we'll find out soon enough.
But again.. He hasn't been anything special on the defensive side of things..
