It's not that Greentree has been underperforming points wise. He's been great. The issue to me is he still tries thd exact same dangle tryjng to maneuver through 2 opposing players and gets stalled or turns it over. His will to make good plays is there but his offensive thought execution often leads to making bad decisions. His defensive play during 5 on 5 frankly is not good at all. His skating is average? for a first rounder NHL. He will be returned next year. Now if Spellacy had Greentree's shot, he'd be NHL next year. Before anyone gets their knickers tied in a knot, look at it from a neutral perspective and not being a homer. 66 is a great player and stoked to have him but needs work to be NHL ready. This is a development league at the end of the day.
Windsor Spitfires 2024-25 Season Thread, Part II
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Greentree is trying to find that balance between doing it all himself and using his teammates who are very capable of producing, which wasn't the case last season. If you asked me a few weeks ago if he was slumping, I would have said yes. He had two points in six games or something for one stretch. Now, 10 points in his last four indicates it's turning around. If he can continue to utilize those around him and not try to dangle through everyone every time, he'll be just fine (though, OHL next season).
Greentree is third in points, it's hard to criticize the guy, He just tries to deke past everyone at times and loses it. If he could distribute the puck a bit more instead of holding onto it, he'd probably have more points. Spellacy has the speed, but he's nowhere close to being able to play at the next level. I expected more offense from him.
Anyways, Bowler is not going to trade Protas, zero chance, he's the best playmaker on the squad. They need to win the division and win a few rounds. I can see trading Abraham for picks and using those picks and some of their own to acquire a player who will be back next season.
Anyways, Bowler is not going to trade Protas, zero chance, he's the best playmaker on the squad. They need to win the division and win a few rounds. I can see trading Abraham for picks and using those picks and some of their own to acquire a player who will be back next season.
I don't think Spellacy will ever be a scoring sensation. A 3rd 4th liner defensive NHL forward, like a Bob Gainey type. 15-20 goals. Absolutely the type of player needed by every NHL team. Long career ahead imo. PK specialist He might score more with players test can keep up with him.
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Greentree was never going to get invited. Still pretty slow and although he is great- he’s not great enough to get a top 6 invite yet this year.
Not even the best player snubbed from it- Beckett Sennecke who had 4 goals and 2 assists yesterday and could’ve probably potted another 2 was snubbed too. One of those moments where he’s good but not good enough
Not even the best player snubbed from it- Beckett Sennecke who had 4 goals and 2 assists yesterday and could’ve probably potted another 2 was snubbed too. One of those moments where he’s good but not good enough
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Ideally I think LK looks for a 2 year add on D if possible as both current top D probly aren't here next year leaving them thin.
Perfect scenario for LK is a 2nd pair RD who returns next year.
Second is a RD who is 1 and done as it should be a go for year,, but that leaves next year in a tough spot. Maybe BB makes that big move as he did in the past..
It'll be interesting to see how both GMs navigate their position and attempted asset acquisition. I know who I'll bet on.
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I guess if your perspective is " is Greentree a solid OHL player" then yes he's one of the best points wise. If you look at it is he going to be an NHL player, idk. Will he put up alot of points, absolutely but the list is long of big point OHL guys that never play a game at NHL level. Is Greentree good enough to make a top 6 position in NHL? No he will not be able to deke his way thru at that level. His skating needs work, his passing while skating is below average, his one timer is horrible, and he isn't winning puck battles. Worst of all from an LAKing perspective he isn't working on the things he needs too but leaning into his strengths. As a bottom 6 nhler, no way, his defense is bad and hasn't shown good decision making. Do I think he is a bad player, absolutely not but I don't think he is progressing anymore.
Same could be said for guys like Spellacy, Davis and others. They are doing what they need to to be successful at this level but not working on what will get them to next level. The end to end rushes are great for highlights and goals but won't help them get there. The coaches have some say in that as well. I feel we are back looking like we have Maggio/Peer on this team and what kind of playoff success did we have then.
Same could be said for guys like Spellacy, Davis and others. They are doing what they need to to be successful at this level but not working on what will get them to next level. The end to end rushes are great for highlights and goals but won't help them get there. The coaches have some say in that as well. I feel we are back looking like we have Maggio/Peer on this team and what kind of playoff success did we have then.
