I think Beecher was looking a lot better right when he got injured, so if he recovers, he probably plays. But these lines are probably as good as you can get if you are determined not to bring up the leading scorer on the Wranglers because of his age.
Which leading scorer are we talking about? Hunt? Tied for most goals with less games played.
I would rather give Stromgren a real shot at third line minutes instead of Hunt. Out of him, Kerins, and Morton, I think Stromgren has the best chance to graduate and stick in the NHL. I also like Stromgren's size... I don't know if he uses it very well but I like the idea of having big wingers flanking Zary, especially if they have a nose for the net.
Good point, thought. Beecher will be healthy soon and I should consider what is going on with the D to get to the full roster.
Assuming trades to Kadri, Whitecloud, and Coleman (if he gets back from IR in time). Huberdeau, Honzek, and Bean are LTIR.
At some point, our kids become too big for us to carry. As difficult as it may have become, you will miss it when it's gone.
My kid is 10 and I always think about when the last was that she stepped in front of me and put her arms up to be picked up. I don't remember the exact day that was because you don't think to note it, but one day it's just gone.
Fortunately, at 10 she still reaches out to hold my hand when we walk places, and every time I wonder, is this the last time it happens. Because one day, there will be a last time and she is getting to that age. Then I try not to cry.
Damn kids steal your hearts.
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My kid is 10 and I always this about when the last was that she stepped in front of my and put her arms up to be picked up. I don't remember the exact day that was because you don't think to note it, but one day it's just gone.
Fortunately, at 10 she still reaches out to hold my hand when we walk places, and every time I wonder, is this the last time it happens. Because one day, there will be a last time and she is getting to that age. Then I try not to cry.
Damn kids steal your hearts.
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The good news is that it happens all over again with grandkids
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I would rather see this:
Gridin-Frost-Coronato
Farabee-Backlund-Sharangovich
Stromgren-Zary-Klapka
Lomberg-Pospisil-Kirkland
Zary needs to get a good look at C and I think Klapka could provide him some support by being the big guy an making room. Also, I think Klapka should get into the top 9 ahead of Kerins or Morton.
I think giving Stromgren a big look on the third line would also be more interesting than Kerins or Morton. In his limited look he played on the 4th line and I think we'll see more if he gets third line minutes. If he struggles mid-game then you can swap him with Pospisil and move Kirkland to #4C.
Gridin deserves a look on the top line. Would be amazing for the rebuild to have one of these many depth forwards become a first line talent. At 19, he's already 2nd on the AHL team in PPG behind Dryden Hunt.
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Had the opportunity this year to Win Esso Minor Hockey week with my oldest. I am the head coach. We will both have our names up in the rafters for some time. Core memory for sure.
That’s awesome, thanks for sharing this. I helped coach my oldest through softball for years. She ended up pretty elite to where I had to step aside and simply offer to help run drills, etc, to the higher end coaches. Her 17yo season they won Cities, then Provincials, then Nationals in Quebec, then flew direct to Delaware USA as Team Canada for the Little League World Series. She’s aged out now, but we’re entering our 3rd season playing slo pitch together which is so awesome.
My other daughter does BMX racing. I pedaled around as long as I could when she was little. But now she’s one of those downhill mountain bike racers and freestyle BMX riders. My God. She is ranked #1 in Alberta for BMX Pump Track racing. Pretty cool.
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Just found out now that I will be welcoming a son into the world in the near future. I was waiting on the gender and just got that info.
I am so very excited.
Congratulations! Enjoy the incredible journey. It truly does go by so fast so relish every moment and always be that boys hero through both the good and bad.
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My kid is 10 and I always think about when the last was that she stepped in front of me and put her arms up to be picked up. I don't remember the exact day that was because you don't think to note it, but one day it's just gone.
Fortunately, at 10 she still reaches out to hold my hand when we walk places, and every time I wonder, is this the last time it happens. Because one day, there will be a last time and she is getting to that age. Then I try not to cry.
Damn kids steal your hearts.
(Sorry to participate in the thread derailement)
My youngest son is 21 and still gives me a hug and a kiss on my shoulder before he goes to bed like he has done since he was 2 years old, it’s the small things that are the best about being a parent.
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Which leading scorer are we talking about? Hunt? Tied for most goals with less games played.
Yes, Hunt has by far the best PPG on the team. 39 points in 31 games. Gridin was the only other Wrangler that even approaches PPG. So the only reason to go with Kerins or Morton is that they are 6 and 3 years younger, which is a legit reason if you are testing them. Though I'm not sure Kerins can play 4th line effectively.
As far as lines go, I think Gridin would benefit from consistency, so I'd keep him with Frost for now. I actually thought Gridin and Huberdeau were starting to develop chemistry.
I think Farabee has potential to be the new Coleman, so I like him with Backlund.
Congratulations! Enjoy the incredible journey. It truly does go by so fast so relish every moment and always be that boys hero through both the good and bad.
I have been a step parent to two wonderful teenage girls over the past 5 years and it has been a good journey with them and am looking forward to having one of my own as well.
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That’s way off topic… unless you tell us about Pagnotta’s kids!
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When I think of certain liberation milestones, out of diapers, out of the car seat, can stay at home alone, driving, moving out, etc, the only one that still breaks my heart is the day they stop reaching for your hand.
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My youngest son is 21 and still gives me a hug and a kiss on my shoulder before he goes to bed like he has done since he was 2 years old, it’s the small things that are the best about being a parent.
Coincidentally enough I'm the same age as your son lol.
