COLIN FRASER
This season: 67 games, 2 goals, 6 assists, minus-2 rating.
The good: Expectations were low at the start of the season for Fraser, who was essentially a get-it-done throw-in as part of the trade that sent Ryan Smyth to Edmonton. Terry Murray offered an un-enthusiastic “I’ll pass that along’’ comment when it was pointed out that Fraser had completely healed from a broken foot in October. When Fraser got into the lineup, though, in mid-November, he didn’t leave. Fraser quickly established himself as a perfect-fit fourth-line center. He’s responsible, with and without the puck, and has no fear of taking or delivering a hit. Off the ice, Fraser is unselfish and constantly positive and upbeat.
The bad: As the broken foot would indicate, Fraser’s go-for-broke style puts him at risk for injury. He has missed 12 to 15 games in each of the past three seasons, and his face is regularly dotted and/or slashed with various marks from sticks, pucks and even skates. Fraser has never scored more than seven goals in an NHL season, although he did score a huge one in the Stanley Cup Finals, and in general, a player in his role is worried less about scoring goals and more about preventing them and about generating energy and momentum for his team.
Going forward: The recent comparable for the Kings, in terms of on-ice effort and off-ice attitude, is Derek Armstrong, who was revered for his unselfishness and hard work. Fraser is more skilled than Armstrong was, though, and he’s only 27 years old. Bringing him back for two more seasons was a strong move by the Kings. They could have, perhaps, cut loose Fraser and promoted Marc-Andre Cliche into that spot, but Fraser is a big part of the Kings’ team dynamic, and he did his job well this season. Cutting him loose would have been a loss.
I really like Fraz!! He is a good fit in that locker room. It shows on the ice. When BRD went down in Game 1 he gelled with Richardson. He is a keeper.
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mask0425x Reply:
July 11th, 2012 at 3:52 pm
@Kings Fan Vancouver, WA,
All you need to know about CF’s game @ 1:06 – enjoy the rest of the vid!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MOAwDwB22ls&feature=player_detailpage#t=66s
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Mars Reply:
July 11th, 2012 at 9:08 pm
@mask0425x, Come to think of it, one of them should have stood on top of the HW sign with the cup hoisted.
Guarantee that would be in every LA tourist pic and California ad forever.
Surf, Ski, Lakes, forests, beach, HOCKEY! oh we have Basket ball and baseball too. Somthing called golf I guess.
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Lake Forest Reply:
July 12th, 2012 at 12:03 pm
@Mars, lake forest?
BringBackButchGoring Reply:
July 11th, 2012 at 10:14 pm
@mask0425x, I love the part when Clarkson talking smack to Brownie and Brownie laughs and points to scoreboard and says “&%*^&% look at the scoreboard,F*%$ker!!!! Classic DB getting under their skin….
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BringBackButchGoring Reply:
July 11th, 2012 at 10:21 pm
@BringBackButchGoring, By the way, the video clips of Marty Brodeur reminds me what a class act he was throughout the series. Talk about handling adversity like a man and with good grace, this guy really impressed me, especially knowing what a competitor he is and how much he hates to lose. What a difference between him and Smith…
Fraser is a beast who puts 110% in every shift. It’s nice to see a journeyman get a home and I know he will continue to lead a bone-crushing fourth line for the next two years.
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Kissmyblarneystones Reply:
July 11th, 2012 at 7:23 pm
@jim,
Who was the 1 duche bag that gave him an F!?!
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Ari Reply:
July 11th, 2012 at 8:58 pm
@Kissmyblarneystones, Marc
Andre Cliche
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Mars Reply:
July 11th, 2012 at 9:09 pm
@Kissmyblarneystones, Someone on the Nucks, Blues, Yotes or Devils.
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Jonathan Quixote Reply:
July 13th, 2012 at 7:37 am
@Kissmyblarneystones, Ryan Clowe
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Excellent comparison to Army. Great guy, hard worker, you really want to see him succeed. Very happy the Kings offered him a 2 year contract.
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Kenny44 Reply:
July 11th, 2012 at 4:48 pm
@Sebastian,
I get the comparison, but is Fraser really “more talented” than Army? I’m surprised that didn’t spark a brawl with the diehards. Oh well, I guess the Cup cures everything.
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PARKINGS_053 Reply:
July 11th, 2012 at 9:24 pm
@Kenny44, Agree that Armstrong had more skill. When he played it was more as a 3rd line center. However I did give CF a B+ because he was a strong 4th liner who brought energy every night. Also kudos to him AND the Kings in taking time from the playoffs to be with his sick child. To me that speaks volumes as to the character of CF and the whole Kings organization.
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Shotongoal Reply:
July 12th, 2012 at 12:38 am
@Sebastian, I found it interesting that Rich Hammond made that comparison. If we remember Armstrong was used sometimes as the 1st or 2nd line center, a spot he really wasn’t suited for skill wise. But, with the poor depth he had to be there. Now the Kings have Fraser as their 4th line center, EXACTLY where he should be. What a difference this Kings’ team is to teams of the past! Been said a lot here lately but, it sure is a good time to be a Kings’ fan!
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all things considered…….Fraser gets an A
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ryuko_22 Reply:
July 11th, 2012 at 2:13 pm
@BrokeKingsFan, yup!
BEST 4th line center in the NHL in my opinion.
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luc20rules Reply:
July 11th, 2012 at 2:23 pm
@ryuko_22, Grade of A is with the knowledge of expectations of a 4th line center that makes less than 1 mil/yr. Solid Defensive Center plain and simple.
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Perro Reply:
July 11th, 2012 at 3:17 pm
@ryuko_22, 2nd to brian boyle
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Stuart Reply:
July 11th, 2012 at 3:29 pm
@Perro, considering BB should’ve been a 2nd/3rd…
I agree about the comparison with Army. But Armstrong was known as a strong passer and had over 30 points in 5 seasons with the Kings. I’m sure that Rich is getting his evaluation from people on the team, but still I don’t think Fraser will ever be as strong an offensive player as Army was.
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Michael J. Reply:
July 11th, 2012 at 2:41 pm
@Donald_S,
Didn’t Army play a lot of 2nd and 3rd line shifts? I remember seeeing him (Armstrong) out there with Fro more than once.
I really like Fraz.
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Ian Reply:
July 11th, 2012 at 2:53 pm
@Michael J., Exactly. If the team was as bad now as it was when Army played, Fraser would have a different role and more minutes.
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Donald_S Reply:
July 11th, 2012 at 3:14 pm
@Donald_S,
I get your point. But we talk a lot about roles. Army’s role was as a ‘playmaker’. In the AHL, he regularly had season over 70 points. And he never approached the 150 penalty minutes that Fraser regularly had in the minors. Fraser was always an ‘energy’ guy, even in the minors, whereas Armstrong was expected to score. I don’t think he has the offensive upside that Armstrong had. So I just don’t see the ‘more skilled than Armstrong was’ unless we’re talking about skill without the gloves, checking hard, etc.
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Thanks Rich! Really do appreciate the evals
Go Kings Go!
Is it hockey season yet?
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TheAcaciaStrain Reply:
July 11th, 2012 at 3:19 pm
@Gail Web, No
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Adamic39 Reply:
July 11th, 2012 at 8:30 pm
@TheAcaciaStrain, This is one summer I want to enjoy!
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Mars Reply:
July 11th, 2012 at 9:11 pm
@Adamic39, Shortest summer ever and I love it!!
For Fraser, truth was stranger than fiction this season… a castaway, injured, not sure if he’d get bought out or sent back AND THEN bought out, gets a chance and runs with it like he stole it all the way to the STANLEY CUP!!!
If anyone on the team epitomized the sticktoitness that is required by any non-star in any league in any sport, it’s Fraser!! He just wanted a chance to play and he did the rest!! And then to add that he resigned for essentially the same money that he was making before, as an extra(???), is absolutely insane! It really goes to show that some people live for the game, the LOVE of the game. And you can tell Fraz loves this game! His SCF goal was gi-normous! That line wasn’t the same when he went out for those couple of games. He is the heart and soul of that line and probably a good chunck of what keeps the team loose… He wasn’t afraid to take his licks or finish each and every check!
If I ever see him on the streets, I’d like to shake his hands and thank him personally for all he’s meant to this STANLEY CUP CHAMPION team!!
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Duncanz Reply:
July 11th, 2012 at 3:27 pm
@Stuart,
Nice review.
If Fraz were reading this, I’m sure there would be a no. 24 shirt on its way to you in the mail.
Don’t forget he had to fly to Alberta during the WCF after the serious hospitilization of his young son and on returning to the lineup after missing two games and played like he hadn’t missed a beat.
CF is like a new prototype as a mobile 4th line center with the emphasis on the bile!
Goals schmoals. That’s not what that line is for.
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Duncanz Reply:
July 11th, 2012 at 3:29 pm
Oh, upon rereading you didn’t forget.
Your comprehensive rundown was better than my comprehension.
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Stuart Reply:
July 11th, 2012 at 4:12 pm
@Duncanz, LOL!!
I hadn’t known what the issue was that foreced him to fly… I take that the young lad is well into his revovery? I hope this to be the case!
Duncanz Reply:
July 11th, 2012 at 4:20 pm
@Duncanz,
Apparently so.
He’s exactly the same age as James Bubbles so I always pay attention to his concerns.
Mars Reply:
July 11th, 2012 at 9:14 pm
@Stuart, Shake his hand? Hell I will give him a big ol hug! and buy him a beer.
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Rich really lets us know his opinion on Fraser in this one…
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In a chat with mr evans yesterday…he mentioned how important fraser and the 4th line was…perfect Fit….also scored first goal in the finals!
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Of course lets not forget Rich loves Fraser as he helped the Blackhawks win the Cup in 2010. If he went Bo Jackson and won the World Series for the Cubs, Rich would hail him as a God!
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luc20rules Reply:
July 11th, 2012 at 2:32 pm
@luc20rules, Actually one that could help the Cubs win a World Series may be mightier than the God(s).
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neil Reply:
July 11th, 2012 at 2:32 pm
E@luc20rules, everyone would hail him as god if he helped the cubs win a series
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Stuart Reply:
July 11th, 2012 at 2:38 pm
@luc20rules, I don’t get this at all… Fraser played in 3 whopping games in that playoff run for CHI… from csnchicago.com “Only four Kings had previously won the Stanley Cup – Dustin Penner, Scuderi, Justin Williams and Colin Fraser, who didn’t contribute much to Chicago’s 2010 run.”
He only got his name on the cup because he played in 70 regular season games.
I also think you were being sarcastic, so my response isn’t meant to be browbeating you, I’ve heard it discussed how CF “helped CHI” win it all…
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Duncanz Reply:
July 11th, 2012 at 3:40 pm
@Stuart,
Well, then an equivalent case could be made about any Kings squad member that didn’t make the lineup for Game 6, but that might be selling JB, DD2, KW, BR & KFC short.
They all contributed to the Kings’ successful season and “helped win the Cup” despite varying degrees of TOI during the season and through the actual playoffs.
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Stuart Reply:
July 11th, 2012 at 4:16 pm
@Duncanz, we’ll save this discussion for the point in the future when any of those guys, save JB, are on another team and referred to as having “SC experience” or as having “helped the Kings to the cup.” I just don’t see it that way. He was on the team? yes. He helped them win the cup? no. Unless he got hurt and that was why he only played 3 games in the POs… otherwise he helped as much as mush as Loktianov did.
Duncanz Reply:
July 11th, 2012 at 4:30 pm
@Stuart,
You don’t win a Stanley Cup though with a flat 20 players over the course of an entire season, right?
Sure, each of the others gets varying degrees of credit, but how could anyone with a conscience (now the heat’s really on!) maintain that Cliffy, with his 81 + 2 = 83 gms, didn’t help the Kings win the Cup, for example?
I rest my 5% case of Red Dog!
Stuart Reply:
July 11th, 2012 at 4:50 pm
@Duncanz, KW and DD2 helped this team win the cup as much as EM and TH did too, then? it is fair to equate KC’s contribution to this team and CF’s contribution to the CHI team… BUT I still contend that if (ducking to make sure there isnt’ an @Harty within grappling reach) KC were to find himself on another roster, would he be touted as having been a contributor on the SC winning Kings team of 2012? Sure, in that he played in the regular season and helped the team squeak into the dance, but then was limited to all of 3 games in the PO’s, much like CF with CHI, but more so due to injury, initially and then coach’s decision (like CF I’m presuming). When it would be asserted that he won the cup while with the LAK, people might scratch their heads and see that he played 3 games in the SC PO’s with a total of 9 PO games experience (total) under his belt…
While it is a truth that some fringe players “helped” win the cup (in it’s most loose interpretation) it is also a little misleading in that other players helped out a little more directly.
Duncanz Reply:
July 11th, 2012 at 5:21 pm
@Duncanz,
Well, you tie things up just nicely, I guess.
All I have to say is that if you are lucky enough to be basking in @Harty’s glistening pool when Ayr, ON has its Day With the Cup do look out for a huge unpremeditated swan dive by a 35 lb piece of solid silverware!
When it bonks you in the noggin and flips you off of your floating mattress, I want you to imagine me, Westy, Lokti, Gagne and TM laughing at you like hysterical hyenas!!
Of course, at least one of us will not have his moniker etched in the Cup.
Glad he will be back next season…
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More skilled than Armstrong? Armstrong centered the top line briefly…
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Stuart Reply:
July 11th, 2012 at 2:39 pm
@FKA PakiFro,
and if TM has stood around any longer, so would Fraser have… flanked by EM and TH! LOL
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Dominick (defrim65) Reply:
July 11th, 2012 at 4:08 pm
@FKA PakiFro, That was during a time when the Kings had so many leaks if the Titanic had that many, it would have sunk in 10 minutes and Goerge Lucas would have had to cut to commercial during his movie to fill in the time.
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remember how bad the smyth tade sounded at first, turned into gold, ok silver.
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luc20rules Reply:
July 11th, 2012 at 7:45 pm
@chuckrocks, It sounded fine as 6.4 mil/yr in cap space left with just 3 mil/yr of performance. We were able to make the Richards trade, and able to make the Carter trade with Smyth’s Cap Space. I actually thought we may need to send a draft pick. Remember we got a 2nd rounder from Philly for taking the blouted JR from Philly and taking on his 6 mil/yr cap hit.
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LAPD line Reply:
July 12th, 2012 at 8:34 am
@chuckrocks, I would have gladly traded Smyth for a bag of pucks at the time. So glad we got so much more than that. Fraser is perfect as fourth line center.
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Low expectations?…..thats being kind….more like no expectations…..ok lunch is done back to work
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regulate Reply:
July 11th, 2012 at 4:17 pm
@neil,
Besides Westgarth, lowest skilled offensive player on the roster by a wide margin. He brings tenacity and gets under the other teams skin, and is a decent defensive player. I would rather see a player with a little more offensive upside between Nolan and King, but he is what he is, and he played his role well.
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neil Reply:
July 11th, 2012 at 5:14 pm
@regulate, he played great…i just saying most people didnt even think he would play one game with the kings…glad he did.
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i respectfully disagree that fraser is more skilled than armstrong …. not sure where that came from
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felix Reply:
July 13th, 2012 at 9:50 am
@phil sykes,
totally agreed – Army scored over 100 points in the AHL. He had a fantastic scoring touch that unfortunately wasn’t going to translate to the NHL game.
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Fraser’s Unfiltered interviews on KingsVision were worth the cost of resigning him. The one about playoff beards is classic.
As Brownie said, Colin’s a “glue guy.” Resigning him was a strong move for the Kings.
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Fraser gets a solid B+
He has the tool belt and is a handy man to have around.
Go Stanley Cup Champions Go!!
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Seemed at the time of the trade, that all we got for Smyth was room, under the salary cap, and that the Kings weren’t even interested, in the rights to Fraser, Oil dealt a hurt Brule to Phoenix, how ironic, was it that they played in the WCF and edmonton drafted #1 overall for the 3rd consecutive year. I gave Colin a B+ and I guess the big room for improvement is the health to play every game during the regular season, although, an upgrade in line mates late in the season helped up his effectiveness.
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Duncanz Reply:
July 11th, 2012 at 3:45 pm
@sh27696, And theirs, one could add.
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Based on expectations coming into the season (a throw-in for Smyth) and the role he ended up playing on that fourth line, I give him an “A”. I don’t see how you can give him anything less than a “B”.
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Considering he wasn’t even supposed to make the team as the discarded parts from the Smyth trade, I’d have to give him an A for performing his role very well.
Now Bordson, that’s another story….
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I don’t think anyone so far deserves an A more than Fraser, he has worked very hard all season long and isn’t the most talented guy in terms of scoring but he definitely puts a lot of hard work into every game that he plays. I really like him as a player and he is a great value at 870k/year.
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Mars Reply:
July 11th, 2012 at 3:22 pm
@TheAcaciaStrain, Huge intensity and heart when he is on the ice!
Stand up guy, handled the trade like a pro too!
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Gutsy player. Love it.
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A the guy has no fear and the heart and will of a warrior
When he came in I thought he was going to be a one season bencher, but damn he impressed me.
I am happy we got him for another two and at a steal for what he brings to the ice!
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I recall how pissed everyone was when edm screwed us by sluffing off fras on us. I’d like to give a huge THANK YOU to edmonton.. they helped us anchor the best fourth line in th nhl. An “A” all the way.
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Thank you Ryan Smyth for being a cry baby pud who didnt want to play the LAST YEAR of his contract with the Kings! Im glad you didnt as hind sight is 20/20 but you will forever be remembered by this Kings fan as pouter ( and im not talking about the pigeon)
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Mars Reply:
July 11th, 2012 at 5:42 pm
@BrokeKingsFan, +1
I never disliked Smythe until he requested a trade
Granted fily reasons are good ones, he is LUCKY he is good enough to have gotten it.
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How can Fraser have more skill than Derek Armstrong? Armstrong twiced had over 40 points for the Kings, and 3 times over 30. Maybe Armstrong got more top line minutes than he deserved but I wouldn’t come right out and say Fraser has more skill.
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If I could I would’ve given him an A+.
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KJ Reply:
July 11th, 2012 at 4:28 pm
@Marc, Me too!
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Exceeded all expectations and became a crucial player on a championship team: A
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The only blemish on Fraz is that he took a couple of very bad, poorly timed penalties. If not for that, he would definitely get an A+.
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DaBronx Reply:
July 11th, 2012 at 4:20 pm
@Phil,
Who hasnt?
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Duncanz Reply:
July 11th, 2012 at 4:33 pm
@Phil, Can’t wait to see your grading for Strollsy!
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CB14 Reply:
July 11th, 2012 at 5:17 pm
@Duncanz, I can’t wait to give mine!
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Duncanz Reply:
July 11th, 2012 at 5:36 pm
@CB14x2,
That should be in about 3-4 days, I’d guess.
I’ll race ya for the first omnipotent, blog-influencing comment when @RH’s profile on him comes up!
One of my favorite players…really happy we signed him for another couple of years!
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I went B+ for Fraser. He played great, but I feel there’s still some room for improvement. Can’t wait to see a full season of Cliffy, Fraser, and Nolan on the 4th line. With Westy no longer dragging them down I think they’ll play much better.
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Dominick (defrim65) Reply:
July 11th, 2012 at 4:45 pm
@CB14,
Westy will play more early in the season. Westy could even improve to where he could in time become a regular 4rth liner in key games. Westy’s still basically a sophmore who is still learning how to play. He has taken a few strides to improve to the point that I no longer call for a public flogging of the coaching staff for putting him in.
His play no longer is a liability, and with time could become a strength. That being said, maybe it won’t either. I am fine with him in there at this stage of his developement at any rate.
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CB14 Reply:
July 11th, 2012 at 5:16 pm
@Dominick (defrim65), I agree with you that Westy’s play has improved, but I still don’t see him playing much, if at all. Sutter hardly used him, and now that Nolan and King are proven everyday players, I don’t see a need for him.
Also, if the rumors of DL’s interest in Shane Doan are true, and he indeed signs with the Kings, I think Westy will be traded or he will be put on waivers and if he passes he will spend the entire year in Manchester. I don’t see how you play Westy over a Richardson, Clifford, or Nolan who are all better than Westy is in every facet of the game but 1. (And even the 1 edge that Westy has, fighting, isn’t very large over Clifford and Nolan.) JMO of course.
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luc20rules Reply:
July 11th, 2012 at 7:49 pm
@CB14, +1
Great thing to keep this guy. Loved watching him play. He adds to the team; makes life miserable for opposition. The guy we want for two more yrs. Give him an A…
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Funny how he doesn’t get judged for missing such a huge part of the season. He did play more minutes then Gagne, and was an excellent 4rth liner. I’m glad he decided to sign for a few. It shows that he’s happy with the fit here, and the Kings are happy with him.
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Kenny44 Reply:
July 11th, 2012 at 5:05 pm
@Dominick (defrim65),
A lot of bending in the grade curves here, but it’s all for fun.
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luc20rules Reply:
July 11th, 2012 at 7:54 pm
@Dominick (defrim65), Don’t you remember it was a huge DL pet peive that Edm tried to send Brule who was injured then sent Fraser and didn’t tell us he was injured. Fraser started the season on IR and wasn’t 100% until mid November at which time TM wasn’t interested in putting in a guy that hasn’t practiced yet. DL even filed a grievance with the NHL against Edm.
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Armstrong went a bunch of years in a row with at least 10+ goals…..Like you said Rich, Colin has never had more than 7….I love your work Rich, but your “More skilled” statement is completely off base….Not quite sure where that came from or how you made that determination….
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I grade based on what that player was expected to do. Fraser was not even expected to make the team and he ends up centering the 4th line to the Stanley Cup. Not an offensive threat but a guy who knows his role and makes few mistakes. A.
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luc20rules Reply:
July 11th, 2012 at 5:07 pm
@HockeyNerd, You forgot often gets shifts verse the other teams top line and shuts them down, while often giving the Kings momentum to the next line change.
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puck73 Reply:
July 11th, 2012 at 5:28 pm
@HockeyNerd, I agree. What an unbelievable surprise this turned out to be! And as much as I love Dean Lombardi, lets be honest, his 1st choice was Brule.
Sometimes its nice to be a little lucky
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Duncanz Reply:
July 11th, 2012 at 5:43 pm
@purge73,
That would have been almost anybody’s first choice.
Except TM’s.
He woulda had it figured.
CF is a better player defensively.
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jess Reply:
July 11th, 2012 at 7:19 pm
@Duncanz Donutz,(We’re Always Open),
At times, you have a fine way nipping @ the heels of others, like a perfumed, freshly groomed lap dog with pink bows.
-Oh, and here comes the smile:
Duncanz Reply:
July 11th, 2012 at 7:55 pm
@jesst,
It’s called the Lon Chaney Levelution!
luuc Reply:
July 12th, 2012 at 10:00 am
@puck73,
Not sure if I’m missing a joke here or not, but DL’s choice was nto Brule. He chose Brule because he wanted to buy him out. If he actually wanted him on the team, the trade would have stood. The reason the kings threw a fit about Brule was that they could not buy out an injured player, and didn’t want to be stuck with his contract while he recovered. DL eventually moved on to CF because he was a guy he thought might have a chance to crack the 4th line, as opposed to just finding someone to buy out.
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STANLEY CUP CHAMPIONS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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Lake Forest Reply:
July 11th, 2012 at 5:45 pm
@Lake Forest, Oh and I gave him a B. I bet next season he plays better and has a 10+ goal season.
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Duncanz Reply:
July 11th, 2012 at 5:48 pm
@Late Finalist,
One Month Anniversary, doncha know?!
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Lake Forest Reply:
July 11th, 2012 at 6:37 pm
@Duncanz, NICE!!!! Been a little busy and havent been on here THAT much!
Havent gotten my jersey yet!
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Duncanz Reply:
July 11th, 2012 at 7:34 pm
@Lake Forest,
Save some of that 1200 for a game ticket or two next season, too!
Quicjie picked as top NHL player at Espies.
Yeah boy!
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Happy Anniversary, Everyone!
One month ago, this evening…
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DesertKing Reply:
July 11th, 2012 at 6:00 pm
@Ron Reynolds,
Perfect!
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Diego Reply:
July 11th, 2012 at 6:17 pm
@Ron Reynolds,
Party On!!!
Dude.
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luc20rules Reply:
July 11th, 2012 at 8:14 pm
@Ron Reynolds, Sounds like its time to watch Game 6 again and put a tap into the KEG!
Game on!
Go Kings Go!
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OFF TOPIC: Drew on Quick’s contract – “Obviously, he could be making a lot more. He kind of did the opposite of me, he took a couple less dollars for the team.” http://bit.ly/P1CVYQ
Classic.
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FiG17 Reply:
July 11th, 2012 at 6:40 pm
@Paul Armbruster (KingsNewsDaily.com),
Huh. That’s kind of a blunt statement.
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Stuart Reply:
July 11th, 2012 at 7:26 pm
@Paul Armbruster (KingsNewsDaily.com), did you happen to read the SI article shortly after they won? In it DB mentioned that they, the team, has a term they use – Deweyisms. I think it was TL that said that 3D isn’t the sharpest tool in the shed LOL… goes to show, the boy is obviously oblivious in many ways… maturity has its work cut out for itself!
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Duncanz Reply:
July 11th, 2012 at 7:44 pm
@Paul Armbruster (KingsNeedsDollarly.com),
I think a lot of guys should do the opposite of DD!
jmho..
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variable Reply:
July 11th, 2012 at 8:06 pm
@Paul Armbruster (KingsNewsDaily.com),
guilty…of at least one crime…
let’s hope not two….
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luc20rules Reply:
July 11th, 2012 at 8:12 pm
@Paul Armbruster (KingsNewsDaily.com), Hope DD remembers to pay for dinner when dining with players like Fraser, Stoll, Penner, Brown, Williams, & Quick who all signed team friendly contracts.
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mask0425x Reply:
July 11th, 2012 at 10:16 pm
@luc20rules,
Agreed except Stoll can pay for himself imho
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TiredOfIt Reply:
July 11th, 2012 at 10:26 pm
@luc20rules, Well said
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vplaza Reply:
July 12th, 2012 at 8:20 am
@Paul Armbruster (KingsNewsDaily.com),
But, but, I thought it wasn’t about the money DD. Say it ain’t so.
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Fraze served in a very active role, on a team which captured the highest prize possible.
Very simple.
A..
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TiredOfIt Reply:
July 11th, 2012 at 10:49 pm
@jess, +1000….A
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Quote of the ESPY’s.. “Remember when you’re voting that the LA Kings beat the Devils. The Devils, we saved the world.” -Brownie
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KJ Reply:
July 11th, 2012 at 6:53 pm
@loskingpride, Loved it!
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luc20rules Reply:
July 11th, 2012 at 8:08 pm
@loskingpride, My translation of Brown’s quote “All that evil(Devil) needs to prosper is for Good Men(LA Kings) to do nothing!”
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TiredOfIt Reply:
July 11th, 2012 at 10:25 pm
@loskingpride, AWsOME!!!!!!
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Fraser was terrific at bringing energy, grit and attitude to the team. Perfect example of the stereotypical hockey player who obtains success without stardom via hard work.
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Does anyone else still get a smirk on their face when they see the tribute to the stanley cup champ los angeles kings on the nhl network?
I do…
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luc20rules Reply:
July 11th, 2012 at 8:05 pm
@Cruiznblue, Just don’t see it enough. I do watch NHL tonight 2 times some nights the 2nd time is just to see the tribute a couple of more times 2012 STANLEY CUP CHAMPION LOS ANGELES KINGS!
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TiredOfIt Reply:
July 11th, 2012 at 10:24 pm
@Cruiznblue, I want to see it 24-7…every hour or half hour till the next champ is crowned
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nykingfan Reply:
July 12th, 2012 at 5:16 am
@Cruiznblue,
Every Friggin time
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KINGS WIN! KINGS WIN!
We love ESPN, da da, daa
WE LOVE IT!!
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TiredOfIt Reply:
July 11th, 2012 at 10:17 pm
@Duncanz, We got robbed…..Best team the HEAT? CMON….16 wins? Contact sport…blood….CMON
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nykingfan Reply:
July 12th, 2012 at 5:18 am
@TiredOfIt,
I get the feeling the espy’s are fixed. ESPN only promotes Fottball, basketball, and to a lesser degree baseball. If it’s not on their network, the sport doesn’t exist.
If the Kings would have won, the panel would all have been wondering who are these guys and what did they win?
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Brownie definitely the fall guy on that stage!
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We won an Espy! Yay us!
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luc20rules Reply:
July 11th, 2012 at 8:02 pm
@FiG17, That trophy looks so small compared to that beautiful siver cup.
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luc20rules Reply:
July 11th, 2012 at 8:03 pm
@luc20rules, Silver Cup!
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Bet we don’t win anything on the heartless NBCSP Network Awards.
This is why those that of us that say ESPN is the BOMB know what we’re talking about.
Just goes to show when my Uncle Gary makes solid, common sense business decisions, ESPN will chase us to errr Kingdom Come to squeeze think great publicity out of one of the world’s 4th to best sports.
June 11th; Lock up a CUP, July 11th; Lock up a CUP, August 11th; Lock Out ???
Oh well, as Jim Steinman said, two outta three aint bad!
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Just realized something …
Unlike Tim Tebow, DB for got to thank his Lord (DL) & Saviour (DS/JQ) at the outset of his victory speech!
May hmhm “a certain someone” NOT strike him down for his startling omission!
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TiredOfIt Reply:
July 11th, 2012 at 10:14 pm
@Duncanz, Rich forgives him…..(JK)
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Didn’t initially like the trade but was won over by his strong play
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I gave a B+ to Fraser. He really picked it up during the postseason. Looking forward to having him again back as a LA King next season. By the way does anyone know what it is the status is of the taped radio broadcasts that Jim and Bob did during the Stanley Cup Final? As far as I know there is a DVD coming out next week by the NHL about the LA Kings season. I think it does not include Jim and Bob’s taped radio broadcasts of the Stanley Cup Final. Could someone please update me whether or not the LA Kings will make these three broadcasts from Games 4, 5 and 6 of the Stanley Cup Final to fans?
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What's the frequency, Kenneth? Reply:
July 12th, 2012 at 9:11 am
@Cesar, The PuckDaddy podcast had a quick note about that, indicating that a major production company will be releasing a DVD. Big $, I’m guessing.
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Best team award is up next. It belongs to us, as well.
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Kenny44 Reply:
July 11th, 2012 at 8:45 pm
@Gustavo, If so, I hope Quickie aceepts the award
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A few screen shots of the boys accepting the Best Upset award… http://bit.ly/LgNiaT
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KJ Reply:
July 11th, 2012 at 9:55 pm
@Paul Armbruster (KingsNewsDaily.com), Thanks, nice!
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TiredOfIt Reply:
July 11th, 2012 at 10:13 pm
@KJ, They we’re robbed…..I guess you gotta be more of a gangster to win best team…If this gets me in the cornfield then there’s no hope
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TiredOfIt Reply:
July 11th, 2012 at 10:21 pm
@TiredOfIt, I feel like Clowe right now when he reached over the boards and touched the puck. “that was a stupid thing to do”…..Sorry Rich
Mars Reply:
July 11th, 2012 at 11:12 pm
@TiredOfIt, sadly, the kids these days look up to tools like Kobe and Tiger, guys who think they can do whatever and get out of it later.
I think that is another reason I admire Brown, Quick and others, married, Kids, good family, normal guys that play a sport they love, pretty humble too.
The so called role models most kids look up to are just shady tools. Granted the media spins thing pretty aweful most times. ( not you Rich, I mean TV news reporters) Sports is really the only true news anymore.
Duncanz Reply:
July 11th, 2012 at 11:47 pm
This is like the Theater of the Absurd.
The Stars’ new Roy toy gets shoulder surgery, out up to 4 months. I wonder if that was disclosed or if there’s going to be . . . trouble
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BringBackButchGoring Reply:
July 11th, 2012 at 9:35 pm
@Kenny44, It was a pretty dumb trade in the first place for the Stars, getting Roy for only one season. Apparently both teams knew he had shoulder pain so this just makes it dumber…
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LA Times ran a cool slideshow of Kopi’s Day with the puck: http://framework.latimes.com/2012/07/11/stanley-cup-slovenia/#/0
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I gave Fras to an A. He did everything and more that was asked of him since he got here.
He’s a great 4th line center. You don’t win cups without guys like him.
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puck73 Reply:
July 12th, 2012 at 8:12 am
@nykingfan, Totally agree. To think that most of us just assumed he would be traded or cut as soon as he got off IR….WOW! Did we steal one from Tambellini!
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Michael J. Reply:
July 12th, 2012 at 9:10 am
@puck73,
Yes, in hindsight the Kings got the better of that deal, by far.
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nykingfan Reply:
July 12th, 2012 at 9:31 am
@puck73,
Anytime we can get one over on Scambellini, it’s a beautiful thing
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More skilled than Army was, who played in the clutch and grab era and was the only dependable FW to play alongside of Palffy all those down years in LA? Army is thoroughly under appreciated (for skill, not only intangibles)
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Fraser was the perfect fit for this team. He’s the perfect 4th line guy. He gets an A for that alone.
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Fras’ 100% team first attitude is what makes him who he is. Every winning team has atleast one of these guys. A player who comes to work every day and gives you, everthing he has. Like Brownie he’s got heart, a do or die type player who has the respect of any player or fan who really understands this wonderful game of Hockey………
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He’s okay but I’d rather see clifford in his role. His goal in the playoffs was outstanding. You can stay if we can see more of that stuff. Tonelli’esk
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