As Terry Murray indicated yesterday, the Kings will go with an NHL-heavy lineup tomorrow against Anaheim, with all veterans except defensemen Jack Johnson — who played a massive 32 minutes on Wednesday — and Rob Scuderi getting the call. Lines will be mostly the same as in recent practices, with Anze Kopitar centering Dustin Penner and Justin Williams, with Mike Richards centering Simon Gagne and Dustin Brown, with Jarret Stoll centering Kyle Clifford and Scott Parse, and with Andrei Loktionov centering Brad Richardson and Kevin Westgarth. [corrected] On defense, as in practice, Willie Mitchell pairs with Slava Voynov. [update] In goal, Jonathan Quick and Jonathan Bernier will split the game.
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reeeeeeeallly wanted to see Lokti play
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PK Reply:
September 24th, 2011 at 12:48 pm
@Doughty2Richards, Me too. I was at practice a few days ago. Lokti was skating laps around guys in the work out latter of practice. Not to mention he looks stronger and more poised with the puck.
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Doughty2Simmonds Reply:
September 24th, 2011 at 1:54 pm
@Doughty2Richards, Nevermind Rich corrected it, Lokti is playing!!!!!! Really am hoping he forces managements hand and they are forced to keep him. Put Richie in Parses place and Lewis as the fourth line winger. Interchange Mourou and Hunter with Westy
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Stang Reply:
September 24th, 2011 at 2:31 pm
@Doughty2Simmonds, Agreed. What’s this love affair with Westgarth??
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Duckbasher Reply:
September 24th, 2011 at 11:29 pm
@Stang, – Terry Murray’s nephew?
Chaz Reply:
September 24th, 2011 at 2:55 pm
@Doughty2Simmonds, Concur! Loki was the best player on the ice last game!
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Still no Doughty. The longer this drags on the less optimistic I am. Should be a good game if the Ducks have their full compliment of NHL players as well.
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Bama Kings Reply:
September 24th, 2011 at 3:16 pm
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This is pretty solid. I wanted to see Moreau but this is still a strong line-up. I hope the ducks are packing heat on Sunday too so we can see an even match up.
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hopefully parse will have a better game tommorow. was it just me or did he look very slow…. could have been the live streaming??????…….. lol
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puck73 Reply:
September 24th, 2011 at 1:34 pm
@lvkingaholic, Both Parse and Kopitar are both coming back from major injuries. It will be interesting to see how long it takes them both to get into game shape.
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Chaz Reply:
September 24th, 2011 at 2:56 pm
@lvkingaholic, Parse was the worst player on the ice, bar none.
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Is it me or is the training camp not MEANT to see those that have been drafted and trying to vie for a spot on the Kings roster should be playing and showing what they have to offer in a game situation in front of the Coach and the rest of the Kings staff? The NHL’ers have already made their mark playing in the SHOW already, these games should be to see how the OTHERS fair in pre-season games. Unless the Kings have already made their minds up on who is on the team now and the rest will be going to the AHL affiliate and the rest to Jr’s or just let go
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Caleb C Reply:
September 24th, 2011 at 12:42 pm
@mcdangles,
so the NHL’ers can be ready going into the regular season.
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mcdangles Reply:
September 24th, 2011 at 11:21 pm
@Caleb C, if the Kings are so impressed with Toffoli, then why is he not on the list to play? I would want to see him play as much as possible before regular season starts, get his feet even more wet at the pro level
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Duckbasher Reply:
September 24th, 2011 at 11:30 pm
@Caleb C, Agree
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danglebagel Reply:
September 24th, 2011 at 1:24 pm
@mcdangles, You’ve gotta ask though how many spots are left. They just signed Moreau so he’s going to play, they didn’t pay for nothing. Lewis just got the 2 year deal. Stoll is going to play. Doubt Cliffy or Richardson will be sitting. There’s not many others to try and get a spot. All our prospects with the exception of Lokti, Hickey and Voynov are a year or two away at best. Rather have our NHL’ers ready to go once the season starts.
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puckbob Reply:
September 24th, 2011 at 6:32 pm
@mcdangles, yes
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Was hoping Lotki would be in there… He played great on Wednesday…
The Kings need to give him some NHL minutes or he’s going to leave us too. And we don’t want to see this kid go, he has it all.
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mcdangles Reply:
September 24th, 2011 at 12:36 pm
@Nickcypress, I agree with you. There is always the option of him going to play in the KHL, then the Kings lose out on a gifted forward as in Lotkinov
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Caleb C Reply:
September 24th, 2011 at 12:41 pm
@mcdangles,
I wouldnt go to the KHL. Air travel is trash. Id go to some other euro league
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BobKnob Reply:
September 24th, 2011 at 12:41 pm
@Nickcypress,
Both The Mayor and Helene Elliot reported Lokti as the 4th line center alongside Richardson and Westy.
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BobKnob Reply:
September 24th, 2011 at 12:42 pm
@BobKnob,
On twitter.
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Nickcypress Reply:
September 24th, 2011 at 12:44 pm
@BobKnob, Wow that’s excellent news if thats the case.
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Jeff Reply:
September 24th, 2011 at 1:00 pm
@Nickcypress, I think Lokti will play. I don’t think that Rich gave the entire
lineup for the game. Guys like Trent Hunter, Hickey, etc are probably playing, just not mentioned on the lines.
Neil Ellis Shafton Reply:
September 25th, 2011 at 12:11 pm
@Nickcypress, What someone does at practice is not a good indicator of being ready.
Loktionov was called up in 2009/2010 and on Nov 25, 2009 againt Edmonton. On his first shift in his NHL debut was hit and that was it. He was sent back to Manchester where he was not healthy until March 23rd 2010.
Loktinov made the Kings roster last season played in 19 games had 4 goals/3 assists. He was not ready and Lewis was given a chance which he proved he could play either on 4th line or 3rd line. Murray thought the game was a little too fast for Loktionov and how he wasn’t able to play as a wing went they tried him there. Murray also saw Loktionov exposed for his defensive abilities.
Loktionov was sent back to Manchester. He suffered a shoulder injury in Feb 2011 and was out for the remainder of the season. His shoulder required offseason surgery.
Here is where a problem occurs, too many centers ahead of him and not too many minutes of ice time. The 4th line would force him to be used on a energy line, and checker and play good defense. In a 4th line role, his offensive or puck handling on offense would be a waste. Stoll is your 3rd line center, so Loktionov as only a center makes it difficcult, since he is not comfortable moving to a wing, and has stated this.
It will be interesting what will happen. I’m sure he will going on the European Vacation as Andrei Griswald.
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I have nothing personally against Loki and he’s a creative player but his size and grit is not NHL to stay healthy…….
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BobKnob Reply:
September 24th, 2011 at 1:05 pm
@Harty,
Don’t write him off during pre-season. He deserves to show what he can do, you can’t keep your talent in the minors forever in fear that they’ll get a boo-boo. Plus, it’s not like the rest of our line-up is immune to injury…
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danglebagel Reply:
September 24th, 2011 at 1:16 pm
@Harty, I’ll say it again.. Nathan Gerbe 3rd line center 5’5″ 16G 31P +11. End.
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brymaster1 Reply:
September 24th, 2011 at 1:21 pm
@Harty, He has actually gotten A LOT stronger in the offseason.
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Jeff Reply:
September 24th, 2011 at 1:27 pm
@Harty, Watching him in the first preseason game, Lokti has gotten stronger and is able to withstand hits better then in previous years. Lokti is definitely ready for the NHL. His only problem is the fact that the Kings have a boatload of centers.
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Token Reply:
September 24th, 2011 at 2:03 pm
@Harty, Murray commented on Lokti’s improved strength and outstanding testing scores. Go read it on The Mayors blog. He has some good interviews if you can get past his style.
If Westy improved his skating even a little bit this summer, that fourth line may surprise us.
Isn’t it grand to have skill players on all four lines!
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Harty Reply:
September 24th, 2011 at 2:13 pm
@Token, okay folks I haven’t seen any exhibition and or practice sessions, just going off what has happened in the past. Lets allow him to settle in and find out what he can do then, all good.
The Kings look good on paper for sure, lets hope they deliver on the expectation.
I’m not sure I like the fact they are going to Europe, and has any one won the cup who started in Europe??
GO KINGS GO
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PP Anybody? Reply:
September 24th, 2011 at 2:33 pm
@Harty, I thought last year and the year before that Lokti looked like a frail child out on the ice. I thought he displayed skill and potential, but I thought he would get wrecked out there, and he did, having his shoulders obliterated two years in a row. I honestly thought he had no business being out there yet, and I thought the Kings were maybe rushing him and putting him into a situation he shouldn’t be in.
That being said, watching the pre-season game I was pleasantly surprised. He looks markedly stronger, on his skates, on the puck, in open ice, and along the boards. It also looks like he has more confidence. He was making plays that he probably wouldn’t have made last year, plays where last year he would’ve been knocked right off the puck onto his backside.
Personally, I think that he should still probably be in Manchester for one more year, only because I think centering the 4th line with Westgarth as his winger is a complete waste of his talent. He should play first line minutes, with a winger like Kozun, rather than sitting on the Kings bench and getting 7 minutes a game playing against other teams 4th line goons. Next year he will be a prominent King.
Jumblehead Reply:
September 24th, 2011 at 2:40 pm
@Harty, The last three cup winners started in Europe
BKinLV Reply:
September 24th, 2011 at 8:13 pm
@Harty, i know it wasn’t long ago but i think the kings won it in 2012… gkg
Neil Ellis Shafton Reply:
September 25th, 2011 at 1:38 pm
@Harty, I agree! Offensive skill off the charts. His defense is what needed a lot of improvement. His upper body where he has suffered 2 injuries during 2 seasons one in the NHL and one in the AHL. His ability to adjust to the speed, size and level of skill in the NHL. His ability to handle the puck in the NHL we will see but having a decent showing in practice, or a pre-season game where he did not get a point not a real indicator.
The 4th line would be a waste, just not enough ice time. Since he is a natural center who is not comfortable playing the wing makes it that much harder. The Kings made it very clear that Schenn was only playing as a center and they were not having him play a wing puts Loktionov in that same circumstance. Last season the Kings saw Loktionov’ production go down playing a wing, and then coming back when put as a center means the Kngs will have him playing in one position.
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I really hope I see Loktionov centering Lewis and maybe Moreau this pre-season. I think Murray has to check out how Lewis is as a winger even though he had 3 assists last game. Loktionov is no longer knocking on the door, he’s kicking it it. Hopefully he doesn’t take a hint from the 3 players who left North America this season.
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danglebagel Reply:
September 24th, 2011 at 1:04 pm
@danglebagel, Thinking about it now, I hope the bottom six gets summed up like this..
Clifford-Stoll-Richardson
Moreau-Loktionov-Lewis
HS-Westgarth
I dont know if Rich can help me out with this one, can Westy play left wing? I think I saw him there a handful of times last year but im not sure.
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hockeykingsguy Reply:
September 24th, 2011 at 1:16 pm
@danglebagel, “I think I saw him there a handful of times last year but im not sure.”
No you didn’t. Westie never played the Left side last year.
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chip Reply:
September 25th, 2011 at 3:18 am
@hockeykingsguy, I would bet that his goal output would be similar to the right side. Although I wish him well.
IceGuy Reply:
September 24th, 2011 at 1:30 pm
@danglebagel,
On your lines:
Lotki on the 4th Line is fine, especially if Murray goes with rolling 4 Lines. Any one of those lines can score. Line #3 in your pick has more grit to it. It really depends on what Murray wants – classic 4 Line set up, or roll 4, and get the other team winded.
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Loktionov is more of a #2 center. His size and skill set aren’t geared for 3rd or 4th line work. He’s not defensive enough. He’s a playmaker. Problem is we have too much depth at that position. Trade bait for deadline deal to replace the inevitable departure of Penner.
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Doughty2Richards Reply:
September 24th, 2011 at 1:09 pm
@bitter, Pener has only been here for what 20 games and you’re already saying he’s an inevitable goner? lmao…lets wait a bit before making statements like that.
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Doughty2Richards Reply:
September 24th, 2011 at 1:09 pm
@Doughty2Richards, *Penner
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danglebagel Reply:
September 24th, 2011 at 1:12 pm
@bitter, …Loktionov plays just as good as Lewis defensively. He added size this off season and has the skill to play any line. I think people fall to the assumption that you must be a checker or have size to play the 3rd/4th line. If Nathan Gerbe who’s 5’5″ can play the 3rd line and have no problem (16G 31P +11), I dont need to say anything else. Bottom two lines dont have as much skill, they’re job is to counter attack and forecheck. Now size helps out with that but it’s definitely not necessary.
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danglebagel Reply:
September 24th, 2011 at 1:13 pm
@danglebagel, Also Penner’s buzzer beater GWG says other wise.
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BobKnob Reply:
September 24th, 2011 at 1:15 pm
@danglebagel,
There’s a picture of Lokti Potter from training camp and he still looks like a high school freshman, but I would agree he looked “stronger” on the ice vs Phoenix. But I agree with you that it isn’t necessary to follow the stereotypical model of having unskilled, big grinders out there on the 3rd and 4th lines, or that a skilled player would be out of place.
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hockeykingsguy Reply:
September 24th, 2011 at 1:19 pm
@danglebagel, “He added size”
Ok, lets not get ahead of our selves.
Lokti is not a bottom 6 guy, he will not go into the corners and play a gritty game. It’s not going to happen.
I can’t believe there are many on here not mad at his recent comments. The comments were threatening if he didn’t make the team. Sounds like a baby to me.
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danglebagel Reply:
September 24th, 2011 at 1:51 pm
Watch yourself buddy im just making a case for him, its called discussion.. I have one opinion others have others. You’re saying im threatening and a baby? Why dont you look in the mirror.
“When we are down a goal he can move up to 3rd line and play….. PARSE and BAM! ..legit scoring”
Sorry, I couldn’t read anymore. What has Parse done, to make you think he can be apart of any legit scoring threat, the last 14 months?”
It’s people like you who make me hate this blog.
BobKnob Reply:
September 24th, 2011 at 1:53 pm
@hockeykingsguy,
No, it was just a language-barrier type misinterpretation. He would be very mad at himself if he didn’t make the team. It wasn’t a threat that he would bolt to the KHL or anything.
BobKnob Reply:
September 24th, 2011 at 1:54 pm
@dangle,
He was talking about Lokti’s comments about not making the team. Not your post. But I agree, Parse? Dude looked completely ineffective vs Phoenix prospects.
brymaster1 Reply:
September 24th, 2011 at 1:24 pm
@danglebagel, Lokti does not play nearly as good as Lewis defensively. Lewis became a great PK guy last year, he was taking away passing lanes and blocking a lot of shots.
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PP Anybody? Reply:
September 24th, 2011 at 2:43 pm
@danglebagel, I’d have to disagree. Just by having an example of 1 to 3 players who manage to make an impact being under 5’10″ in the NHL, doesn’t mean that anybody can do it. Actually, it’s extreeeemly unlikely. I’m not saying it’s impossible, just not likely. I know we all like the “little engine that could” success stories, but reality is harsh.
At this point, I am happy because I think Lokti has shown great strides at adding some bulk and strength this off-season. I now think that he actually could survive in the NHL and be successful. I don’t think that the 4th line is his place though. Sure, arguments can go back and forth on the merits of “just getting his feet wet” and “gaining NHL experience”. I just tend to be one of those who thinks Lokti’s destiny is to be a top 6 forward, therefore should play top 6 minutes with top 6 players, even if it means playing down in the AHL one more year.
Lewis or Richardson should be the 4th line center, and players like Morreau and Hunter should be along side them.
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Nickcypress Reply:
September 24th, 2011 at 1:13 pm
@bitter, I think him as a fourth line center is great. When we are down a goal he can move up to 3rd line and play with cliffy and parse and BAM! There are 3 legit scoring lines rolling. I don’t want to trade this kid. I really think he will blow up. We will regret it.
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hockeykingsguy Reply:
September 24th, 2011 at 1:24 pm
@Nickcypress, “When we are down a goal he can move up to 3rd line and play….. PARSE and BAM! ..legit scoring”
Sorry, I couldn’t read anymore. What has Parse done, to make you think he can be apart of any legit scoring threat, the last 14 months?
Was it is lazy play? Horrible defensive play? No hussle?
I am just trying to put my finger on it.
Parse should have been cut after the effort he showed in the playoffs last year, let alone the preseason game this year.
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Nickcypress Reply:
September 24th, 2011 at 1:31 pm
@hockeykingsguy, LOL calm down man. I honestly think richardson should be there. I’m just going by what TM has “penciled” in. So yeah calm down buddy. The sentence was more about Lotki than Parse. Plug anyone that makes you happy there.
danglebagel Reply:
September 24th, 2011 at 1:29 pm
@Nickcypress, I like that idea a lot! That would be great for the kings. The game against PHX everytime he had the puck he made something happen, EVERYTIME. He’s going to bring scoring and I can easily see him being that clutch player.
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KC23 Reply:
September 24th, 2011 at 1:17 pm
@bitter, Not so quick on Penner. Penner has a house in the area. He also seems to have bought into the King’s work ethic in the off season and he’s playing for a cup contender. IOW, what’s not to like for Penner. When you’ve been making 4 million a year for several years like Penner money is important, but not has much as that first contract.
I’m thinking Penner is going to want to extend that contract for a reasonable price and lenght. I’m also thinking that we are going to come to respect Penner once we see him in action this year. Penner just didn’t have the training for what we needed from him at the end of last year. He did what we needed him to do. What more can you ask of someone. He also didn’t whine or make excuses or dodge questions. I’ve come to respect the guy.
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bitter Reply:
September 24th, 2011 at 1:29 pm
@KC23, i see him wanting to resign for anything if he has a bad year. But the Kings won’t want him if that happens. If he has a huge season, he will have an inflated opinion of himself and command top dollar again as a UFA which the King’s won’t pay.
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puck73 Reply:
September 24th, 2011 at 1:31 pm
@KC23, If Penner uses his size to his advantage like Bertuzzi did for so many seasons this guy could be a beast.
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Token Reply:
September 24th, 2011 at 2:19 pm
@puck73, I remember 6 games where he did use his size despite being perpetually winded to smother and contain Douglas Murray, which ain’t no small feat.
Penner will likely be a gentle giant for the rest of his career, but that strategy did nit stop skilled guys from being effective in the past. Just look at Kopi who is a large man in his own right. You don’t see him bashing people and that is a good thing actually.
Pens will do just fine with all that awesome talent on the first line.
danglebagel Reply:
September 24th, 2011 at 1:43 pm
@KC23, I agree, what he did in the off season alone, going from 260lbs to 242 shows his commitment to the team and he deserves his respect. I have to disagree on the contract though. Penner has been playing on the last place team for years and now he has a chance to win the cup and he’s living in SoCal where his family is. He’s also moved to a house closer to TSC. I feel he’ll resign under any contract and the kings will pay him for what he proves he’s worth. Expecting 30+ from him and hopefully 30+ assists too.
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Hopefully this game will be streamed for those of us not within Kings coverage area. Wednesday was torture.
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hockeykingsguy Reply:
September 24th, 2011 at 1:25 pm
@FiG17, Agree!!
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Penner is totally overpaid due to the inflated offer sheet contract he’s still on. The question is how much of a pay cut will he be willing to take?
If he has another bad year, he won’t be resigned.
But let’s say he has a good year. 20+ goals. How much of a pay cut will he take from any team as a UFA?
Will he play for 3-3.5? Not much of a discount. He could probably get that from a Florida or a Winnepeg, maybe even NYR.
I think he has to get 30+ goals to even have a chance of getting resigned here. But the problem is he will be too expensive on the open market if he has that kind of season.
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danglebagel Reply:
September 24th, 2011 at 1:38 pm
@bitter, 20+ goals is an average year for Penner and that would be overpaid. Penner will have a good year, 30+ goals playing with Kopitar isn’t a stretch at all. Also I think he’s more interested in winning a cup and he seems like he’s learned a offer sheet or good contract isn’t whats best for his career. Dont be so bitter on Penner, if you’ve read his interviews he seems like a real character guy.
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Token Reply:
September 24th, 2011 at 2:27 pm
@bitter, Going rate for a 25 goal scorer is about $5.5M this season. Penner is priced just about right for this season.
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bitter Reply:
September 24th, 2011 at 3:27 pm
@Token, On the UFA market you’re probably right. Can you honestly see the Kings paying him anywhere close to that?
Assuming he has a great year, he might just be asking for a raise.
Going to be interesting to see what happens none the less.
If they keep him, it might be hard to keep Scuderi. Mitchell also comes off the books next year. They need a guy like that for a run at the cup.
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Cant wait to go to the game tomorrow. I agree with some of the people on this site that having Loktionov on the 4th line with 2 guys that cant finish is a waist of his talent. i would much rather sit Stoll tomorrow and see what he can do with Parse and Clifford. Also, Jack Johnson logging 32 minutes of ice time in an exhibition game is incredible! Obviously, JJ is already in fantastic shape, and that is a credit to him. He skated and moved the puck very well the other night, but he still makes me a little nervous when he handles the puck in his own zone.
also, since JJ is not playing tomorrow, I hope TM will give Deslauriers his first shot tomorrow, I am really anxious to see what the 20 year old can do against NHL calibur opponnets.
Anyway, cant wait to see alot of you insiders out there tomorrow, for those of you who are going, if you have my number, text me and maybe we will see you there!
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Dominick Reply:
September 24th, 2011 at 1:54 pm
@puck73,
Lokti’s main problem last season was that he was creative, but he wasn’t strong on the puck consistantly. Being on the 4rth line means he has to concentrate on being strong on the puck, not creative. We already know he can be creative, and fast, but can he be defensively strong, and strong on the puck? He has to be able to do both to have a future with the Kings, and this is the perfest time to see what he’s got. I wouldn’t be surprised if this is the theme for him the entire season, with a little creative positioning sprinkled in.
Once he masters this stage in his developement, it will make him a better top line player in the future.
I also hope Des plays tomorrow.
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puck73 Reply:
September 24th, 2011 at 2:05 pm
@Dominick, Good points. Never thought about that and I believe you are right. One thing about a Terry Murray team, if you arent willing to play 2 way hockey, you wont be playing for him and Dean very long.
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One half of the ‘Princeton Death Match’ is in. Now hopefully Parros will be in the lineup tomorrow…
I like Lokti getting to play center. Should be interesting.
Parse better play like it’s his last NHL game. He has some ground to make up.
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Dominick Reply:
September 24th, 2011 at 2:05 pm
@Cynic, I think Parse will get some time to get back to where he was before the injury. His skills are already there with a set of some great hands, he just has to get the timing back, as opposed to some of the rookies who actually have to develope those skills at this level. Parse has missed over a year, and will take some time, but once he gets it back, he will be dangerous.
I’d be surprised if the Kings didn’t have a little more patience with Parse over the long haul. He’s not projected to be in any Key positions where the Kings have to depend on him alone, so he’ll probably get some time. Just my thoughts on him, and the Kings might just trade him anyway.
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Token Reply:
September 24th, 2011 at 2:24 pm
@Dominick, I have a feeling Parse will be yet another great player for the Islanders, Rangers & Lightning of the world.
I hope I’m wrong.
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Daren Reply:
September 24th, 2011 at 2:49 pm
@Dominick, Parse played well at the end of the 09-10 season but I have mentioned this many times in the past….why do some of you all pump him up so much? He never played well enough to be considered the second coming of the Great One. I would like a little explanation why the Organization should be “patient” with him when he is taking a spot on the roster that would be better filled by Loktionov or someone else.
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bitter Reply:
September 24th, 2011 at 3:37 pm
@Daren, I think Parse right now is an insurance policy. We don’t really have any forwards in Manchester that could fill a spot full time in case of injury. Sure, he could finally pan out and be a regular in the top six but that’s a big maybe.
bitter Reply:
September 24th, 2011 at 3:32 pm
@Dominick, What could they possibly get in return for Parse? 3rd round pick? A marginal prospect? Maybe
He could be another one of those players that just don’t fit in the system and could flourish somewhere else.
ala Moulson, Purcell, etc.
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Dominick Reply:
September 24th, 2011 at 3:44 pm
@bitter,
That may be the case. All I’m saying is that the Kings will give him time. I’m not justifying it. That in my opinion is what the Kings will do. Disagreeing with me doesn’t mean it won’t happen that way.
bitter Reply:
September 24th, 2011 at 3:52 pm
@Dominick, No, I agree with you. I don’t see them doing anything with Parse. But they also don’t have a lot of options with him. They have nothing to lose by keeping him and giving him another shot. He doesn’t have much trade value and can’t send him down without waiving him.
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neil Reply:
September 24th, 2011 at 3:53 pm
@Cynic, The coach and the GM have both commented on how much skill Parse has….Now if you dont trust DL and TM …then you can argue the point that he needs to be traded or sent down….if you beleive in DL and TM …then give Parse the time needed to find his game…
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What is this love affair with Westy, all you get is a descent fighter. Put Moreau and Hunter on the checking line and you get beef and fire power too.
Penner Kopi Williams
Gagne Richards Brown
Cliff Stoll Lewis
Moreau Lokti Hunter
Substitute Richardson and Parse in where needed.
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