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Windsor Spitfires 2022-23 Off-Season Thread (Part 8)
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OHLTG
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I like all four of the OAs, just trying to think who's the odd man out. They each bring something to the table, but who brings the most value in return, too?
Clear to me that Jodoin brings the least value and is most easily replaced
True. Worst thing is trade value when the other team knows you have to move one is always less. Jodoin would fetch the least. I also think Bowler has already had discussions with each one and asked how they would feel if moved especially to a contender if it is a sell off.
Holds the least trade value and brings the least value to the team. Hold the other three and maximize assets at the deadline.
im not sure you could even trade joidin. teams area struggling to trade nhl drafted overages, how on earth does joidin get anything in a trade?
I find it interesting I can't see how having value in the OHL. People preach doing best by the player. Where would he go if not the OHL? Another week he wouldn't be eligible to play USports this semester.
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Kraken's Shane Wright granted exemption to play in AHL this season
Wright recorded two points in eight NHL games last season. He’ll enter the 2023-24 campaign looking to build on those eight games and finally see through his rookie NHL season, but if that doesn’t work, this exemption gives Seattle a contingency plan.
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Kraken's Shane Wright granted exemption to play in AHL this season
Wright recorded two points in eight NHL games last season. He’ll enter the 2023-24 campaign looking to build on those eight games and finally see through his rookie NHL season, but if that doesn’t work, this exemption gives Seattle a contingency plan.
Hopefully that puts it rest now lol.
It was obvious to most from the end of the Spits season this is where it would end up.
I liked the agressiveness BB showed at the deadline, just didn't work out. Could be lots of reasons why....I won't speculate, enough was said as to why.
But if BB can be as aggressive in trying to flip it around Windsor could be in good shape real quick.
OHLTG
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I think there was a glimmer of hope given the circumstances but most knew that the AHL was the most likely destination. Wright wasn't some flashy kid but he put up two points per game, played a stronger defensive game than anticipated, and was a solid character off of the ice (from what I saw). It would have been swell to see him come back, up his value, and get traded for a boatload of assets, but that wasn't necessarily realistic.
With that said, Bowler's shown the willingness to go all-in so, while it may take time, going into a sell-mode could be just as interesting.
Morgan Freeman said in Shawshank Redemption-Hope is a dangerous thing. Hope can drive a man insane.
In regards to Wright there shouldn't have been any hope it was a red herring and something created through dreams.
Of course some had a glimmer.....but they weren't realistic.
Yes he was good all over the ice n not flashy ( as was totally expected? Including defensively )
Bowler is interesting from the outside.
One year it's.... we want consistent success and won't go all in ( paraphrasing) and it worked out in a weak year n the ran to the finals.
The next year goes all in contrary to the message the previous year adding 2 of the most coveted Fs and others giving away alot of assets ( not judging but it went against the previous years message given to fans)
So let's see if they will sell big to flip it quick.
If he does, like I said I feel the can contend soon.
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Official now, that is good for all involved.Kraken's Shane Wright granted exemption to play in AHL this season
Wright recorded two points in eight NHL games last season. He’ll enter the 2023-24 campaign looking to build on those eight games and finally see through his rookie NHL season, but if that doesn’t work, this exemption gives Seattle a contingency plan.
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Weird rule but makes sense for an exceptional player. Had it been between ohl and nhl I don’t think he’d make the nhl because Seattle’s trying to win now and wright isn’t good enough for the first 2 lines
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You guys will sell all that is valuable that won’t be here in a year or two can almost guarantee it. No reason to keep quality OA’s and 19 year olds when you’re not doing anything special this season. I’d build around greenrree and christoforo as the 2 main pieces.
nelli27
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You are much too young to be using the word "swell" as an adverb. But I like it! Well done! I hope the compliment doesn't make your head swell. Don't worry, I'll show myself out.
Just wanted to break the news on Wright, no surprise.
OHLTG
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I think this is where I shake my fist at a random cloud or yell #getoffmylawn? lol
The surprising thing with Wrightis not the exemption, it is the fact they asked for it before camp even started. Not showing the kid much hope to make the team this year.
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Bill Bowler has shown zero interest in selling at any point since he's taken over so don't be surprised when you're wrong. He has said all along he plans to compete every year, and has done just that. I don't see why this year is any different. They don't have picks to trade for upgrades at the deadline, but they'll still have an excellent team.
With even modest improvement guys like Spellacy, Greentree and Castle will make Windsor's top 9 forwards as good as any in the league, and their goaltender is well above average. Christoforo, Deangelis and Dionicio are three excellent players, so even the weakest area of the team is far from weak. Sure their depth on defence is a question mark, but find me a team in the OHL you can't say that about.
It's the same thing every year, "Oh, Windsor is going to be a middling team and sell their veterans!" and then we're whipping asses and taking names again. True story!
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