That was a really enjoyable game. I agree that there should have been a trip called on that play.
Honzek - very impressive. For such a big man he really is a smooth skater. He has an interesting passing style that is like a sweep and there was one time where I thought he was just throwing it away but he saw a guy off screen and put it right on the tape. He probably deserved at least one more assist or even two.
Basha - also very impressive. He has NHL skating already and I think his strength is not bad for a new draft pick too. Great hands, great vision. Tons of potential for him. I really hope he makes a push for Team Canada.
Parekh - not ready. I think it's pretty clear that the size and strength of the NHL is beyond him right now. He does make some very slick passes and you can tell he reads the game very well. I just don't think he is able to assert himself physically at this point and he needs some time to mature.
Pelletier - that game was a big relief from my point of view. He got better as the game went on and I thought he was their best defensive forward. He was carrying it well and making quick plays. He also dumped it past the opposing D one time and turned on the jets and beat the D clean to retrieve it and make a pass.
Morton - a bit quieter as the game went on but I really like his style of play and his hands. He remains the guy I would look to at the 4C spot.
Poirier - in my opinion he's in trouble. There are other up and coming D that play better defence than him and don't give the puck away nearly as much. I'd be surprised if he stuck with the big club.
Solovyov - I really like him. He's big and physical and dynamic. Personally there is no way that I would risk him on waivers to keep Tinordi up. He's right there with Pachal for the 7D spot in my mind.
Tinordi - getting beat cleanly by Sprong there was a shocking mistake for a vet. Chicago fans got to watch plays like that all last season and I'm not really interested in seeing those with the Flames. If he's a great leader then I can see the utility of him replacing Brett Sutter, but I think there are going to be a few D men on the Wranglers that are better than him already.
Wolf - he's so good. I already feel extremely confident watching him play. Really excited that we get to watch this guy develop into a star.
I really like this young crop of players. They took on some very good Canucks players today and I think they probably deserved the win. This is a fun group.
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