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jonasTSN1050: Ron Wilson says he'll make at least 30 cuts by Wednesday. He plans to trim group down to 26/27 players by the following Wednesday.
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Floyd said:Sounds like Orr's spot might not be up for grabs;
Tonyambrogio200 Tony Ambrogio #Leafs Colton Orr says he is "fully ready to go" and "do whatever it takes." Over his concussion
Busta Reims said:jonasTSN1050: Ron Wilson says he'll make at least 30 cuts by Wednesday. He plans to trim group down to 26/27 players by the following Wednesday.
Bender said:@mirtle Wilson: "For sure the playoffs are do-able." Says Lombardi is getting very close and will likely participate in some practices.
Sweet. I feel like finally we have some semblence of a competitive team.
Saint Nik said:The Lombardi thing is interesting. If he's able to play does that mean Kadri's potential spot is no longer available? Is Bozak bounced to the 4th line?
Busta Reims said:Saint Nik said:The Lombardi thing is interesting. If he's able to play does that mean Kadri's potential spot is no longer available? Is Bozak bounced to the 4th line?
Even with Lombardi, I only count 11 guys that will be "guaranteed" a spot on the opening day roster, barring a trade of some kind.
Saint Nik said:But where does Lombardi play/who does he bump? I mean, yeah, the 4th line C spot is open but Kadri isn't a candidate and I don't really think Bozak is either.
Busta Reims said:Like I said, maybe there aren't defined lines in the bottom 6.
Saint Nik said:Busta Reims said:Like I said, maybe there aren't defined lines in the bottom 6.
I guess but, I mean, at some point with Kadri you're running into the issue of whether he's better served getting small playing time with the Leafs instead of getting serious playing time with the Marlies. That probably applies to Frattin as well.
Crucialness Key said:Does he get better preparation for that as a 1st-line centre vs minor-league opponents, or on the 3rd/4th line vs NHL opponents?
Leaving the NHL 3rd-line LW spot open for... Matthew Lombardi!Corn Flake said:Crucialness Key said:Does he get better preparation for that as a 1st-line centre vs minor-league opponents, or on the 3rd/4th line vs NHL opponents?
It comes down to the minutes for sure. 3rd/4th NHL opponents would generally be better players than 1st/2nd line AHL guys, but 12 minutes / night is kind of a waste. But if he can get 15 mins on the 3rd line? Not so bad.
I'd like to see a Frattin/Colborne/Kadri line start the year in the AHL and all 3 move up during the season if/when holes are created. Make sure they are more than ready for the promotion before it happens.
Mordac said:I'd say 1st vs minor league opponents.
The minor league guys will be near-NHL as well, and the role a 1st line center plays is a different one than the 3/rd/4th line one, so in my mind, continued practice in your primary role is more beneficial than tougher experience in a different position.
I could be wrong.
Beowulf said:Fwiw, Phaneuf has commented that Kadri came into camp looking a lot stronger and more confident this year.