[Cali Panthers Fan]

Again, I'm hoping that some of these borderline guys make a strong push the rest of the way. This is their audition for a full time NHL job, so they need to make the most of the opportunity. If they don't show much over the next few weeks, then that's on them.

I like what I've seen out of Pachal and Miromanov to a certain degree (the last couple of games notwithstanding for Pachal because he was badly exposed...hoping he learns from it). Gilbert, Hanley, Okhotiuk...now's the time to show something...anything.

I know Pospisil and Zary will be given jobs next fall, but I can't say anyone else in the borderline AHL group has inspired much confidence yet. Hunt has moments now and then, but doesn't bring anything very unique to the lineup. Pelletier looks to be in the right place most of the time, but doesn't do a lot to change momentum or create chances. I really want to see Coronato show signs of life at the NHL level...still waiting.

Also, let's give some games to Wolf already. He needs the experience, and we have nothing to lose. Perhaps they're just waiting for a stable defensive performance before putting him in there.