GM Brad Treliving on Sirius XM NHL Network
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Monahan & Gaudreau Contracts
- Uniqueness to both of them, coming out of ELC's, and trying to find a way that works for all sides.
- Each contract is unique and goes through its own process and timeline.
- Will get something done, and know's something will get done sooner than later.
- Look at the two players as pillars moving forward with long-term contracts.
- Don't play for a while, talks are happening everyday.
Coaching
- Extensive search, and something that stood out with Gulutzan was relating with young players, communication, connection.
- People who played with him in the past had a strong connection with him. (player & coach)
- Glen is a smart, progressive, tactical structural coach. Being able to push player. Real strong asset, and communication is important.
NHL Draft
- You never know what happens at the draft.
- Prepare for everything, didn't expect Tkachuk to be at six, but once CBJ made their pick, there was a chance we'd get him.
- Matthew Tkachuk is a tremendous power-forward, thinks the game incredibly well, real inside game, edge.
- Tyler Parsons; long-road for goal-tending, expectation was not to draft a goalie early, but the scouts really liked him. Played on a really good team, but a big part of it. A bit underrated. Real competitive, not as big but really athletic, real battler with a wonderful personality.
Brian Elliott
- Explored all avenues, and as you started to zero in, Brian has been in a group with the best in save percentages.
- Well respected, hard worker.
- Go through the entire process, felt real strong that Brian would be a great fit that checks off all boxes.
- Big part of the playoff run for St.Louis.
Farm System
- Shinkaruk, Poirier, Pribyl, Jankowski (put a lot of work in the summer so far), Hathaway, F. Hamilton, names mentioned.
- Kulak, Wotherspoon, Kylington, Andersson (turn him pro this year), names mentioned
- Excited about the future.
Troy Brouwer
- Feels welcomed by the City of Calgary.
- Free Agency can be a stressful time, make decisions in a short time.
- Looked for the best fit.
- When looking for a team; is it a good place to play, good hockey, great city, good team with a chance to compete.
- Plans to live in Calgary after Hockey is done.
- Excited about playing Hockey in Canada; grew up watching the Canucks, now to play on a Canadian team.
- Young players was appealing with lots of different scenarios. Being a leader, great opportunity.
- Has been talked to about playing with Monahan and Gaudreau on the top line or with Bennett, Will play with good players.