That doesn’t sound like Buium. That sounds more like a Silayev or Sennecke, or even Parekh.
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My top two choices with a week to go are Lindstrom and Silayev. Demidov third.
The Mighty Duck Man
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One year is also within five years. I don’t think this was remotely a hint at who they’re taking, just a general platitude that whoever goes there is expected to be pretty good.
Ducks DVM
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This. They said they debated between 8 players, which indicates that they think there are a large number of impact players in the top 10 picks.
Ducks DVM
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“And Buium is a winner. He's won everywhere he's been. He led that Denver team to a championship. He's a really smart, mobile modern defenseman. That's the way I would put it.‘
Unfortunately, the Ducks already have two really smart mobile modern D in Mintyukov and Zellweger and they are both 20 and play the left side. And that's not even considering LaCombe. I'm just not sure where Buium fits unless trades are made or someone is moved to the right side (which may not be ideal). And Buium doesn't address the issue of getting bigger on D. Great player but maybe not a great fit for the Ducks IMO.
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sowcufucakky
I’m not saying that he’s a great fit, I was just pointing out that saying “he’s not an impact player within 5 years” isn’t the reason why.
The Mighty Duck Man
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Buium played the right side all year in Denver and Zellweger also has played there a ton. More importantly Madden spent half of his availability talking about how this kind of logic can’t really factor into your process because you don’t know how these guys will turn out and what your needs will actually be when they do. He did also say that this year was so close that maybe you look at need more than usual but I highly doubt they’re writing a guy off because of fit.
Dostwall
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He also mentioned that Silayev “had a great start to the season and had to deal with some injuries in the second half.”
To me, that sounds like they believe he’s more like the player in the first half than the second half.
He said they’re not afraid to take Russians. Plus Silayev fits the mold of high hockey sense and competitive + he’s huge.
Add it all up, and I think Silayev’s the guy they take
MasterMatt25
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If it helps, Silayev's coach is Igor Larianov who still has a lot of connections and communication with the NHL. That's why before the agent showcase (that Demidov attended) the "Russian" factor wasn't seen as much of an issue for Silayev
I would be surprised - not shocked - if the Ducks drafted Buium only because the organizational depth at LHD is so good and he is another 6' D and I don't think that fits with what PV is trying to build. I realize he may have played the right side in college but that doesn't mean he can do it at higher levels necessarily. I don't know. Talent is undeniable though. I understand that others will feel differently.
Put me down for Silayev or Demidov.
Zegs2sendhelp
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Demidov, levshunov or sennecke are my top 3 picks at 3
Also fine with buium, yakemchuk and lindstrom
Still completely fine trading down to 5-7 range
Also fine with buium, yakemchuk and lindstrom
Still completely fine trading down to 5-7 range
WhatTheDuck
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And as we discussed on the board recently, Verbeek and Larionov were teammates in Detroit for 2 years back in the day. So they definitely should feel comfortable talking to each other about Silayev.
This is where I'm at, Demidov because from reading the scouting reports he could be the best offensive player in the draft, Silayev because he's what we need and if we're drafting a D I trust our scouts.
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I think you just take whoever you think is the best, and figure out the rest when the time comes... if we end up taking 3 dmen.... and they all pan out... you flip em for help up front.
I think Sabres will need to unload some forward prospects in a couple years time, so we may be a match made in heaven with them at that time.
That being said, i imagine there is some forwards we like in round 2 that we can snag with 1 of those picks... i also dont really expect us to make every pick(i either see us packaging picks to move up a bit, or using them to get help on the roster now)
BPA, but if they have several guys ranked similar, adding another big, tough defensive RD and a forward probably. 3 D is also possible since everyone is looking for defense, it'll be easier to move. Don't think they'll go 3 forwards, though.
Makes me wonder if we take a forward, is it the writing on the wall for Z, or am I just overthinking this. Lol.
Ducks DVM
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Don’t make us give you an intervention.
Put down the Rangers boards, and back away slowly.
Smirnov2Chistov
Fire Greg Cronin!
Overthinking.
Zegras, above all the smoke/speculation is still a young player with a lot of promise. Even with my skeptism in 'Cronin and his cronies', he will thrive once again.
Now with the whole McGroarty situation.. Really think Anaheim should trade their late first for him.
Between dealing with the Edmonton/Florida series, and Rangers stuff, my brain is kinda fried right now. Lol
The Mighty Duck Man
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Overthinking it, this exact scenario is a big reason why Madden talked about how you can’t make need much of a factor. Like let’s say they take Demidov because they think they’ll trade Zegras and need to fill that hole, only for Zegras to break out and sign and extension and now the move you think you made to fill a need only added to something you have an overabundance of. Or vice versa, you take Silayev solely because you need a D and then Detroit offers you Mo Seider for Z and now you have way too many of those. Just have to play the cards you’re dealt and figure the rest out as you go.
airforceones25
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Why is everyone so dang obsessed Zegras... If you draft Demidov it's to play with Zegras not replace him.
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