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mikey287 wrote:Gotcha. Yes, Komisarek is a major crease clearer, I wonder about his ability to clear the zone though. Not a lot of puck skills. Upgrade on Engelland? Eh...hard to say. And if that's the case, then, is it worth it...?
mikey287 wrote:Upgrade on Engelland? Eh...hard to say. And if that's the case, then, is it worth it...?
mikey287 wrote:One thing I'll say about Komi, and I dislike people from Long Island in general, but he handled everything in Toronto...that whole circus with his contract, and the scratching, and the demotion, and the waivers and the inability to trade him, and all that noise like such a true professional. He didn't sulk, he didn't whine about it, he wasn't knocking on office doors everyday asking if he should get dressed even...he was a positive influence on the Marlies (AHL club) by all accounts. That says a lot about the character of him to me.
That said, only if Murray and Engelland are out of here do I even remotely consider signing him...he's very slow too, only a marginally better skater than Murray last I saw...probably not even as good of a skater than Engo, maybe slightly better laterally...
mikey287 wrote:Noted difference that I've pointed out for years. Clear differences often exist between a #6 and a #7 defenseman. One is an NHL regular, one is not. I believe you are alluding to that in your last line. It's of great note.
Nizzy wrote:mikey287 wrote:One thing I'll say about Komi, and I dislike people from Long Island in general, but he handled everything in Toronto...that whole circus with his contract, and the scratching, and the demotion, and the waivers and the inability to trade him, and all that noise like such a true professional. He didn't sulk, he didn't whine about it, he wasn't knocking on office doors everyday asking if he should get dressed even...he was a positive influence on the Marlies (AHL club) by all accounts. That says a lot about the character of him to me.
That said, only if Murray and Engelland are out of here do I even remotely consider signing him...he's very slow too, only a marginally better skater than Murray last I saw...probably not even as good of a skater than Engo, maybe slightly better laterally...
Nice Mike. Yeah I still think Murray is a better option than Komi. I liked Murray, he seems like a great lockerroom guy. I really hope he can be brought back for the bottom pair. Our defense needs some Grit. Need someone to "break Holmstroms back". Haven't had that since Gill.
Engelland is like...hey I'm not afraid to throw punches, but I have no idea how to clear a crease. o.o its like he doesnt even make sense.
Gaucho wrote:As I've stated before, what I like about Bennett is that he can play in a Top 6 role, but he's also savvy and good enough to play on the 3rd line. In fact, I think I'd rather have him on Sutter's wing for now.
Gaucho wrote:As I've stated before, what I like about Bennett is that he can play in a Top 6 role, but he's also savvy and good enough to play on the 3rd line. In fact, I think I'd rather have him on Sutter's wing for now.