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PHR Chat With Gavin Lee: 08/24/17
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Gavin Lee
6:29
But there might be a spot for Franson in Los Angeles, depending on how the new front office feels about analytics. They used to be high on it, and Franson is still a darling in that world.
They added Folin, but I'm not sure if he's a full-time option.
6:30
We've talked about Vanek to Anaheim before on here, and how I think he could fit in the right role.
You have to shelter him, but as a powerplay/shootout specialist I think a team like that could use him.
For Jagr, there has been all this speculation about western Canada but I'm not sure I buy it.
6:31
I'm not sure where he'll end up, because I think about 20 teams could use him.
Stafford is in the same boat. he'd be a fine addition to a ton of third lines.
6:32
I can see him going somewhere like Arizona though to try and get some higher playing time.
But really, who knows at this point. Stafford likely has to settle for a PTO.
Harry
6:32
Could the Leafs still be sniffing around at one of Vegas' young defencemen? I know the 2018 draft is supposed to be really deep but I would be willing deal from our stash of draft picks to land someone impactful.
Gavin Lee
6:32
There was all that talk about Colin Miller at the expansion draft, but it all originated from a single post about how good of a fit he would be.
6:33
I think the Leafs might be happy with the group they'll bring to camp, and look for a midseason addition.
Vegas is a good place to look, but there are a lot of players to avoid there too.
As far as impactful goes, there isn't much on the Golden Knights.
ol82nd
6:33
Is Carolina going to make another move or do they go o camp with what they have?
Gavin Lee
6:34
I think they're still sniffing around, but nothing has come to light. They're a good team on the rise, they don't need to rush anything.
tyler
6:34
Yeah great chat Gavin
Gavin Lee
6:34
Thanks for reading Tyler.
Josh
6:34
What would be your choice Rakell at 3C and Vermette or 4C or Rakell on wing and Vermette at 3C?
Gavin Lee
6:34
This is a question we seem to get every week in some form.
I think I'd keep Rakell on the wing, he's been so dangerous there.
6:35
But like any other Ducks fan, I don't like Vermette at 3C.
I'm just not sure why they didn't address that sooner.
6:36
Maybe they think Vermette-Rasmussen-Wagner is a fine group for the bottom two spots, but I don't.
Or maybe they have more faith in Sam Steel making the jump than I do.
6:38
If you're looking for something that's not crowded..come to a hockey chat in the middle of August.
Markus
6:38
Would you include Winnik in the ufas you van't believe haven't signed yet? Would he not be a good 3C/4C in WAS, PIT or NYR? Is he too slow?
Gavin Lee
6:39
He's just not a center anymor.
anymore..
He's a really, really good defensive winger.
And I thought he'd have a job too..but that's exactly the type of player that sometimes has to wait for a PTO or injury.
6:40
Disappointing for Winnik too, coming off a pretty darn good year.
ol82nd
6:41
The Southern Professional Hocky League, where do they fit as far as a professional development?
Gavin Lee
6:41
Pretty low on the pole. I'm not even sure I'd call them a development league.
6:42
There is some awesome hockey there, don't get me wrong.
ol82nd
6:43
Would they (SPHL) be on the same leval as the FHL?
Gavin Lee
6:43
The Federal? Yeah, I guess the same level.
6:44
To be honest I'm not sure which would be considered higher.
Markus
6:44
How do predict NYR fill their 3C spot? Andersson? Miller? Trade? UFA?
Gavin Lee
6:45
I'd be on the play Lias Andersson train if he can show the level he did in the Summer Showcase all camp.
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