Windsor Spitfires 2024-25 Season Thread, Part II

[LeProspector]

Go after Parekh if Saginaw sell.

 

[windsor7]

Go after Parekh if Saginaw sell.

Need some physical defense.
Not qualified

 

[tomschman]

The issue with going for it in 2026-27 is you're going to lose significant talent before then. This summer, they lose (right now) Abraham, Mathurin, Morneau, likely Outwater (if not healthy), definitely Winegard, maybe Protas, and maybe Martin. The summer after, you could see Greentree, Spellacy, definitely Protas, and maybe even Belchetz added to that list. That's when you start the rebuild. I'm all for making a small run this season, aiming for 2nd or 3rd round and getting the players some experience, then going all-in next season.

Every team will lose their OAs. I don't consider that a significant loss since every team has to replace their OAs. Protas would be a huge loss. As far as Outwater, Winegard and Martin, they are marginal OA at best. Eicher will also be gone, and you can probably add Froggett.

Assuming Protas is back, the Spits will have 9F, 5D and 1G. I would see on next year's team, Brocklehurst, Windbiel, a 1st and 2nd round picks plus a Euro pick. I feel that there may be another player or 2 that in the system that could make the team. They also a have valuable trade chip in Newlove if he continues to excel at Georgetown, plus he is on Central Scouting's radar. Manzo and a pick or two may bring in a solid OA D.

Scout the USHL and BCHL for possible FAs. On that note, Andrew Robinson is an intriguing case. 3rd round pick of the Spits and committed to Providence College. Providence might be interested in waiting 2 years as he gains experience with the Spits. With the new NCAA rules, nobody knows what will happen. The only thing for sure is that London will figure it out and get the maximum benefit from it.

 

[Cherrydon]

I think Alriksson was a cheap price for Mississauga at 1 2nd 2026 and 2- 3rds. Talk about a tank in front of the oppositions crease

 

[rve24]

Go after Parekh if Saginaw sell.

I would love to read this board if that were to happen Please, please, please lol.
Can't see it even being a consideration.

 

[spits]

Right, forgive me if I'm not writing the obituary for the London Knights 25-26 season.

Not saying they're gonna be a bad team but there is no denying they won't be nearly as good as this season.

They just dealt Jenken for Allen, so another player who won't be returning next season. Could be looking at 11 players gone from their roster.

I am stating this because a poster, (whose opinion I respect) said not to go for it next year because of the Knights. I am just pointing out they are losing a ridiculous amount of talent and it could be a 'reshuffling' year for them. Next year has to be the year the Spits go for it.

Regarding my earlier post re. trades. The difference between dealing Nesbitt this year for Luchanko or next year for Sennecke would be you could deal your '09 1st round pick + picks for Sennecke next season instead of Nesbitt. This year they obviously can't deal their '08 1st round pick.

 

[spitsfan24]

Haven't posted here in a bit, but I have watched every game this year (with the exception of the game in Guelph that Froggett started, I guess I didn't miss much).

Just to throw some thoughts out there on recent topics, I don't think I'd even consider moving Nesbitt. I've liked his chemistry with Belchetz all season, and he's clearly developing this season. Even if Luchanko was the return, I still wouldn't feel good about it, especially since there's no guarantee that Jett is back with us next year.

I'm surprised that Bowler seems to be a finalist for Konnor Smith. Don't get me wrong, he's exactly what this team needs in terms of skillset, but I just don't love the idea of spending too big on what amounts to a rental this season. With Brampton being the other team zeroed in on him, I'd imagine he won't come cheap considering the draft ammo that Brampton possesses.

I've been thrilled with Cristoforo's progress this year. I do understand the concerns that some have regarding the offensive nature of our blueline, but quite simply, I think it becomes significantly worse without Cristoforo. I've seen some question his compete level, and I don't see that at all. To add to that, I think Woodall played his best game as a Spitfire last Saturday against London. He genuinely might have been the best player on the ice that night. He was everywhere. Both have a place on this team in my opinion.

Personally, I think if Smith is brought in, that signals it's a go-for-it year. We can argue about how smart that is all day with London's wagon looming over us, but that's what that move would tell me. It also creates a ripple effect. Smith coming in means Abraham has to go, leaving a potential hole at forward. If Smith is in the lineup and we're trying to compete with London, I feel you have to think long and hard about upgrading the other import spot. Perhaps someone like Nordh from the Soo if that's the direction they choose?

Either way, I'm sure something we can all agree on is that having these types of discussions are a whole lot better than last year's.

 

[OHLTG]

Personally, I think if Smith is brought in, that signals it's a go-for-it year.

I'm seeing more and more about Windsor being in for Smith. How does it play out? I don't know.