07-01-2013, 11:32 AM
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#201
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Join Date: Oct 2001
Location: Vancouver
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Sounds like a Boogaard, but on defense.
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07-01-2013, 11:38 AM
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#202
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Originally Posted by 868904
Or maybe a Doug Murray?
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Honestly, I would say Kanzig skates as well as Murray now. Its not saying much but.. Murray is in the NHL.
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07-01-2013, 11:39 AM
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#203
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Self-Retired
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Originally Posted by FlamesAddiction
Sounds like a Boogaard, but on defense.
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Kanzig is one tough SOB that no one wants to fight because he is so strong. But that is FAR from the cornerstone of his game.
A Boogard comparison isnt even remotely close.
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07-01-2013, 11:43 AM
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#204
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Had an idea!
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Originally Posted by flameswin
Chara was a little like that, right?
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Chara was exactly like that. Passed over by a lot of teams, and never really came into his own as a dominant defensemen until he went to Boston.
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07-01-2013, 11:44 AM
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#205
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Had an idea!
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Originally Posted by Da_Chief
Button says he has the brains but can he skate? if not its a useless pick.
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I'll go ahead and say that because he is so big his skating ability isn't even close to being fully developed yet.
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07-01-2013, 11:50 AM
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#206
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Lifetime Suspension
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Chara was drafted only 11 spots higher....and seemed to have the same problems he has.
This was likely a pick for the distant future. He'll likely never pan out but if he does he will be very good. 3rd round pick so gambling big isn't so bad.
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07-01-2013, 11:51 AM
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#207
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Had an idea!
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Chara was projected higher before he made the NHL, but it took a very long time before he became the #1 defensemen he is now.
It really takes longer for big guys to develop.
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07-01-2013, 12:06 PM
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#208
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Him and Breen manning the blueline.
Lol. Even if they couldn't produce much offensively their statures alone would scare the bejeesus out of any forward come down near the boards.
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07-01-2013, 12:16 PM
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#209
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Not big on this pick
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07-01-2013, 12:20 PM
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#210
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Join Date: Mar 2009
Location: The Bay Area
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Originally Posted by kyuss275
No way !!! We drafted a Royal!!!! Seen him plenty live. He is huge and stands out on the ice in the WHL. Last year he probably should not have been on the team but he looked much better this year. That said, while his skating got better this year, it still has a long way to go. Don't know where he was ranked but i have to think at 3rd round it was a reach. Make no mistake if you think he is the next Chara, he is not.
I really hate to write this because not only is he a Royal, but now a flame, but if he does not improve his skating, i will be surprised if he makes the NHL.
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A very reasonable assessment, which is appreciated. I know nothing (well, now next to nothing) about him so nice to get impressions from those who've watched him play.
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07-01-2013, 12:29 PM
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#211
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I am sure Flames asked Dave Lowry's input on this kid. From what I've seen on that video report, the kid can skate just needs improving on his positioning. He is only 18 years old and I am sure he'll get better before he leaves WHL. Man it would be nice if he gets a bit ornery as Regehr does. Flames should let him watch Regehr's video of old.
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07-01-2013, 12:30 PM
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#212
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Franchise Player
Join Date: Jun 2013
Location: Calgary
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Originally Posted by the2bears
A very reasonable assessment, which is appreciated. I know nothing (well, now next to nothing) about him so nice to get impressions from those who've watched him play.
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at the very least we got a guy who, if he ever makes it, will be fun to watch tossing carcasses around.
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07-01-2013, 01:06 PM
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#213
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First Line Centre
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Originally Posted by OzSome
I am sure Flames asked Dave Lowry's input on this kid. From what I've seen on that video report, the kid can skate just needs improving on his positioning. He is only 18 years old and I am sure he'll get better before he leaves WHL. Man it would be nice if he gets a bit ornery as Regehr does. Flames should let him watch Regehr's video of old.
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Wonder about that - reports are Lowry didn't leave the Flames on the best of terms.
Would actually say the opposte of your analysis - his positioning is ok (when his head is clear and not running around after guys) but he could be one of the worst skaters in the WHL.
It could actually benefit him to maybe drop a few pounds - yes he is a tall guy but 241 is still a bit on the heavy side. It'll be interesting to see how Rich Hesketh handles him.
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07-01-2013, 01:21 PM
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#214
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Lifetime Suspension
Join Date: Feb 2009
Location: Vancouver, B.C
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Originally Posted by IamNotKenKing
I keep singing Danzig when I see his name. That alone makes me like this pick...
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Same.
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07-01-2013, 01:29 PM
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#215
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Franchise Player
Join Date: Jun 2013
Location: Calgary
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Originally Posted by bluloc
Same.
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Killer Wolf?
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07-01-2013, 02:11 PM
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#216
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Originally Posted by moon
Not trying to be a downer but in what world does he sound like a better Regehr?
He sounds like a much worse Derek Engelland that will struggle to make the ECHL as anything other than a goon.
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Lies.
He sounds like a meaner Hal Gill. Good luck to him.
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07-01-2013, 03:04 PM
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#217
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Powerplay Quarterback
Join Date: Nov 2008
Location: England
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Sandman
at the very least we got a guy who, if he ever makes it, will be fun to watch tossing carcasses around.
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I had to thank you and quote this because it made me spit my tea all over the place, too funny. 
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07-01-2013, 03:17 PM
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#218
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Franchise Player
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Originally Posted by UKflames
I had to thank you and quote this because it made me spit my tea all over the place, too funny. |
Bad show, UK. One should never get so worked up about something as trivial as hockey. My God, man, that was tea!
Next you'll be spitting up beer, and before you know it we shall have to revoke your British passport. You could be transported to the colonies!
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07-01-2013, 04:17 PM
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#219
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Appealing my suspension
Join Date: Sep 2002
Location: Just outside Enemy Lines
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Poe969
He is big with limited upside but very defensive. He's mean and guys don't like playing against him. Sounds like Reghrt to me.
I hope this kid has a future with the flames. Having a huge tough defensemen would be great
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Not even in the same Country let alone ball park.
Regehr was a first round pick and was pretty highly touted in Junior. He also was on hockey Canada's radar for U-18 teams, the world juniors and the like. Regehr was always a guy whom teams felt had top 4 potential and third pairing down side.
He's a lot closer to a guy like Jason Strudwick, and likely a fair ways behind him at this point in the game. Teams will always take a shot at a guy this size, in hopes that he pans out.
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07-01-2013, 04:18 PM
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#220
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Franchise Player
Join Date: Dec 2003
Location: Sunshine Coast
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Jay Random
Bad show, UK. One should never get so worked up about something as trivial as hockey. My God, man, that was tea!
Next you'll be spitting up beer, and before you know it we shall have to revoke your British passport. You could be transported to the colonies!
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