In many observers’ eyes, Tyler Toffoli is the Kings’ top prospect. When word of the forward’s call-up surfaced Sunday morning, it was the type of breaking news that fell in the “put-plans-on-hold-and-carve-out-an-hour-or-two-of-time-to-cover-this” level of importance. Naturally, there was interest amongst Kings fans and those who cover the Kings daily over the first-year pro whose 28-goal total was six more than any other American Hockey League rookie.
After three days of fielding questions over Toffoli, Darryl Sutter firmly clarified Toffoli’s status and the rationale behind his call-up.
Sutter, on the “fascination” Kings fans have with Tyler Toffoli:
“He’s a 20 year old. What do you mean, ‘the fascination’?”
Sutter, on Toffoli’s 28 AHL goals and his current status:
“The American League is the second-best league in the world. This is his first year out of major junior hockey. He was having a good year. We have a roster spot while we’re playing 10 games in 14 days, or whatever, and if we need a player, it’s too difficult to get a player from [Manchester]. It would be totally useless for our organization to fly a guy from Manchester to San Jose today to play tomorrow. It’s hurting the player. So I’d rather have the player available here. I don’t know if he’s going to play one minute, or if he’s going to have two practices. I couldn’t tell you that. He didn’t take somebody’s spot. He’ll have to earn it at some time. So the ‘fascination’ – there is no fascination. He’s 20 years old. He’s got lots to learn. I remember being in his shoes, too.”
Sutter, on Toffoli getting good coaching:
“He gets it there, too. He gets it all there. But it’s a different level, right? He hasn’t experienced it, right? So it’s no different than when we had Campbell up here. We had room…It’s the very same. So I didn’t hear anybody talk about the ‘fascination’ then. Quite honest, I’m not going to answer any more questions about Tyler Toffoli, because he’s the 14th forward on our team.”
Love it!
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DirtyDoy Reply:
March 14th, 2013 at 2:39 pm
@Osaka, I love how he keeps everything and everyone grounded… better than anyone I have ever seen.
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14th forward, right?
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FBC22 Reply:
March 13th, 2013 at 8:02 pm
@letswinthecup2012, b richardson lucky #13. Insurance, especially since our top forwards have been injury free with the exception of Kopi’s knee at the start of the season and scratches to Fraser, Penner, etc. We had two forwards (lokti, richardson) and one dman (drewiske) last year as our extra 3 during the run and no major injuries occured. Can’t expect that this year. I’m hoping it does though, and we can get Mitchell and/or Greene back before the playoffs start.
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Regarding Sutter’s line about hurting the player, isn’t it also hurting the player to bring him here just to sit in the press box the whole time? I’m not saying the Kings will continue to do that, (I think we’ll see him tomorrow night. Then again, I also thought we’d see him last night, so i’ll probably be wrong again), just looking at both sides of the situation.
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Shotongoal Reply:
March 13th, 2013 at 4:42 pm
@CB14, no I don’t think it hurts him at all. He’s getting exposure to playoff type preparedness every day, he’s around Stanley Cup champion players, he’s seeing the affects of playing almost every day, he’s getting exposed to the coaches and their styles, he’s getting a firsthand look at dealing with hostile divisional arenas and players…..do I need to go on? He’s proving himself in the AHL, why not have him get a little NHL 101? Not playing in a game for a week or two is not going to stunt his development.
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Shotongoal Reply:
March 13th, 2013 at 4:45 pm
@Shotongoal, and no I don’t think he’ll play tomorrow. Maybe he’ll get the chance in one of the back-backs next week, but probably not. Who’s he going to replace if the team stays healthy? This team and these players won the Cup last year, you don’t have faith in them in this playoff race? I do!
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CB14 Reply:
March 13th, 2013 at 5:07 pm
@Shotongoal, I have full faith in this teams ability to win another championship (provided Greene or Mitchell come back). After how DL handled VV last season by sending him down instead of putting him in the press box, I figured they’d want to do the same with Toffoli. I do agree with you that there are things to be gained from being around the team, I’m just not sure that outweighs playing every single day in Manchester.
DesertKing Reply:
March 13th, 2013 at 5:10 pm
@Shotongoal,
Completely agree. He is also learning how and “NHL” day and game prep occur, the travelling, increase dmedia coverage, etc., basically the life of an NHL player which has to be different from the AHL.
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Shotongoal Reply:
March 13th, 2013 at 5:22 pm
@DesertKing, YES and this is his rewards for doing well and being the player they want him to be in the AHL. Getting playing time will come only if he’s needed. I’m sure that was explained to him AND I’m sure he’s more than okay with it. I’m sure he’s played in some type of competitive game almost every day for almost his entire life, so not playing in a game for a week or two will NOT hurt him one bit.
JD Reply:
March 13th, 2013 at 7:01 pm
@DesertKing, dosn’t sutter realize, we already have TT taking over Williams spot on the first line.
Gustavo Reply:
March 13th, 2013 at 4:54 pm
@CB14,
I think he’ll see ice time long before Richardson does.
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CB14 Reply:
March 13th, 2013 at 5:12 pm
@Gustavo, I think it depends on if DS would play TT on the 3rd or 4th line, as a player on those lines would likely be the first to get a rest. Not sure if DS would want a scorer on those lines instead of an energy player.
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dayle91/08 Reply:
March 13th, 2013 at 11:36 pm
@CB14, well said, plus plus you gotta look at whos comin at him on the other side…..fursure you dont put your top prospect who happens to be a ringer on your 3rd or 4th line thats crazy.We have some good youg talent down inmanch pure goal scorers i.e kozun yellowhorn vey comin up playin good hockey right now …but thats why you saw nolan and king come up last year to play on those lines 3rd 4th energy grinder type filled those rolls perfect not bringin up top goal scorer to play there
Helvetica Reply:
March 13th, 2013 at 6:19 pm
@CB14, I don’t think kt hurts the kid to have him spend a couple weeks with the team. It’s not like he’s sitting on his ass every day. He’ll miss several games, but he may get the opportunity to play a game and it gives the team the opportunity to look at him up close in practice. If he was spending an extended period in the press box then i’d agree, but were talking about what… 2 weeks?
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mrbrett7 Reply:
March 13th, 2013 at 11:01 pm
@CB14, In place of who? He needs to play top 6 minutes to be who he is. Who does he replace in the lineup?
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Osaka Reply:
March 14th, 2013 at 2:43 am
@mrbrett7, why? Pavel Datsyuk started out on the 4th line. Lots of scorers have started there. Those are the kind of mins he will see in the beginning. IMO
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Kings20 Reply:
March 14th, 2013 at 2:50 pm
@mrbrett7, Williams
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Like I said earlier about Toffoli…lowest man on the totem pole. And lots to learn.
Jon, could you ask Sutter and/or DL if they’d like to have Lubomir Visnovsky back? The Isles are sending all sorts of messages they want to trade him.
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Neil Reply:
March 13th, 2013 at 4:57 pm
@Gustavo, Right now I would leave DS alone…….
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wobsse6 Reply:
March 13th, 2013 at 5:16 pm
@Gustavo, I don’t think a puck moving defensemen is what we need…we need a shut down defensive guy and although i love Lubo, he is not from that cloth.
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HockeyNerd Reply:
March 13th, 2013 at 6:23 pm
@wobsse6, Agreed. Visnovsky is a good OFFENSIVE blueliner who could still help a lot of teams. We are not one of them.
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Come on sutter! Dress him!!
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Thanks for the confirmation Darryl…
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Didn’t hear anyone talking about any fascination regarding Campbell for a reason.
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cup4kings Reply:
March 13th, 2013 at 4:53 pm
@Simarosa,
No doubt. Was Campbell the second leading scorer in the “2nd best league” before coming to the big club? Or second best anything as a D-man. Common sense Sutter, lol. He just gets fired up and says what he wants.
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“Bitter Beer Face” Sutter getting ornery with the Toffoli questions, ha! It’s like the reporter kicked his dog before asking the question. His quotes are entertaining though, got to give him that.
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Never any ‘politician’ talk from Sutter – vague answers that could mean anything and promise nothing – he always shoots straight from the hip.
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One more Toffoli question…please..pretty please….Oh well maybe tomorrow. Two questions that seems to be off limit right now…Why did you start Quick and not Bernier in Phoenix….What ‘s up with Toffoli ???
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LAK1ngs Reply:
March 13th, 2013 at 5:15 pm
@Neil, And when is Willie Mitchell going to play?
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Just read an article about the NHL at midseason. Nothing special in it, but I did enjoy this line about the Kings and Flyers connections, ” it looks like the only way anyone in the Flyers’ dressing room is hoisting the Cup this year is the old-fashioned way — by getting traded to the Kings.”
http://www.grantland.com/blog/the-triangle/post/_/id/53952/nhl-midseason-report-fighting-is-up-so-are-the-canadiens-but-not-the-flyers
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wobsse6 Reply:
March 13th, 2013 at 5:18 pm
@CB14, great line…
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shiny Reply:
March 13th, 2013 at 5:20 pm
@CB14, That was very entertaining and delightfully sarcastic. I like that it wasn’t your A-typical serious article about so-and-so from such-and-such-team doing so-well. Very humorous and honest.
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BTW DS..” Fascination??…there is no fascination” …. I guess it wouldnt been a good time to argue that there is Fascination with TT, right???
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JayGoLAKings Reply:
March 13th, 2013 at 5:15 pm
@Neil,
“fascination”
“fascination”
1. He’s 20 years old. Cool!
2. He’s got lots to learn. Ok! lets learn
3. Sutter remember’s being in his shoes. Alrighty then!
4. As of today he’s the 14th forward on the Kings. Wow!
5. No more questions about TT. ok =(
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LVKINGS88 Reply:
March 13th, 2013 at 5:17 pm
@Neil, I would like to see TT in, I’ve watched quit a few of his goals down in Manch and sniper is he,although if you watch some of the goals being scored down there, it’s like watching east coast NHL (no duh) absolutely no D. Fit TT in a couple of games…right.
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BBF certainly set all of the Toffoli Myopians straight, right?
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tim chaney Reply:
March 13th, 2013 at 6:06 pm
@Munchrat, that toffoli kid is good, but nothing like mikus…
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Ha, everything he said was gold. “Fascination? He’s a 20 year old!”
I get that they had the extra roster spot and all, but I mean, doesn’t Manch kinda need him? They lost their top sniper and they’ll be lucky to survive first round of playoffs without him. Oh well. I get that the NHL is more important, but I mean… Don’t you want your AHL team to do well?
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CB14 Reply:
March 13th, 2013 at 5:17 pm
@shiny, I’d much rather have the Kings best players with the Kings, even if that means they’re sitting in the press box. If the Kings were a team still in the development stage, then I’d understand wanting the minor league team to do well.
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shiny Reply:
March 13th, 2013 at 5:27 pm
@CB14, I get what you’re saying but I just figured you’d want your minor league team to do well so you can say, “Look, we have depth and a good minor league team we can pluck from at any time.” (Though “depth” in and of itself means nothing to Sutter)
I mean we have Richardson as a scratch in case someone gets hurt, right? I just think it’s kind of silly to have him sit in the press box. But, someone made a good point that it’s good exposure for him. Playing in Manch is night and day different playing in the NHL. I’ve seen some of their games… Boy AHL is not as exciting as NHL even on NHL’s most boring days (and that’s saying something). So he gets exposure to divisional rivals, how truly passionate the players are in the NHL, the lying, cheating goons (well he hasn’t been exposed to any liars yet, but soon enough he’ll get to see Ryan Clowe) in the league and overall just get the feeling of how much faster it is.
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CB14 Reply:
March 13th, 2013 at 5:43 pm
@shiny, I’d rather have him in manchester as well, but not because I care about how good Manchester does. I would just rather see him continue to play regularly rather than be with the Kings and not play.
P.S. You really hate Ryan Clowe, don’t you?
shiny Reply:
March 13th, 2013 at 6:35 pm
@CB14, I was referring to him as more of a liar than a goon (his actions tell me he’s not terribly bright sometimes). The goons were playing for the Coyotes. I don’t hate any of those guys per se, but I dislike repeated stupidity and cheating attempts so I kinda wanna punch some of them in the face
What's the frequency, Kenneth? Reply:
March 13th, 2013 at 6:48 pm
@shiny, Good point. I’d think playoff experience would be good for him, if he’s just going to ride the bench at Staples.
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Once Schenn was traded, Kings fans had to get “fascinated” with someone. Next!!!
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number 6 Reply:
March 13th, 2013 at 5:25 pm
@DesertKing,
Still fascinated with Schenn. Curious to see how he does in the future.
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DesertKing Reply:
March 13th, 2013 at 6:05 pm
@number 6,
see!
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Someone go shoot an arrow into the knee of Richardson and Penner.
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Mars Reply:
March 13th, 2013 at 5:21 pm
@LAK1ngs, Why Pens?
His big butt has been good along the board and he has had great possesion.
We need to use him all we can while he is here.
I dont think I have seen any face slapping plays out of him recently.
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number 6 Reply:
March 13th, 2013 at 5:25 pm
@LAK1ngs,
Urgh…… that’s light hearted
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39scars Reply:
March 13th, 2013 at 5:33 pm
@LAK1ngs, r u a figure skater?
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DesertKing Reply:
March 13th, 2013 at 6:06 pm
@LAK1ngs,
So Tanya, I guess the TV career didn’t work out so well so now you have to hit our blog?
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What's the frequency, Kenneth? Reply:
March 13th, 2013 at 6:53 pm
@DesertKing,
“Hello? San Jose Police Department watch desk…”
“I wanna report a clubbing.”
“When and where did this ‘clubbing’ happen, sir?”
“Outside that hideous computer chip building, about three hours before game time…(click)”
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The Russian mafia is ordering a hit on DS for indirectly saying the KHL is a 3rd tier league, lol
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mask0425x Reply:
March 13th, 2013 at 5:28 pm
@Gustavo,
They may get a little frustrated finding out his real opinion on the Q, OHL, WHL, ECHL, NCAA and so on…
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Just throwing this out there to see what you guys think…It was clear that our guys were gassed last night. Especially the first 2 periods until they got some momentum late in the 2nd and tried for a comeback. Since it was clear to everyone that we were going to have a tired bunch, why not swap Richardson and Toffoli in there for 2 guys who were either a little banged up or could just use a break. I’m not saying scratch Kopi or Carter, but just a couple of fresh legs out there might have been nice. Similar to a soccer substitution, if you will. You can swap a couple fresh legs for some tired ones.
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shiny Reply:
March 13th, 2013 at 5:23 pm
@blahblah, I think that’s the general consensus on the blog. At least get some fresh legs in. But “if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it” right? I guess Sutter doesn’t believe Richardson or Toffoli have “earned” their way into the lineup (hard to do when you’ve played 1 game in the season and were just called up from NH about 3 days ago…).
Maybe when the Kings start losing more games than they’re winning in a short period of time (losing 3 or 4 in a row, winning 2 or 3 in a row), he’ll change his mind. Until then, I doubt he wants to be bothered by such questions.
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What's the frequency, Kenneth? Reply:
March 13th, 2013 at 6:56 pm
@shiny, At times, Sutter’s looking like the Pat Riley of NHL coaches. He just doesn’t seem to want to use more than 20 men…and he’d probably go with 18 or 19 if he thought he could get away with it.
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What's the frequency, Kenneth? Reply:
March 13th, 2013 at 6:57 pm
On the other hand, he’s the guy who seems most responsible for King and Nolan coming up last season. :-/
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CB14 Reply:
March 13th, 2013 at 5:24 pm
@blahblah, Even with a tired bunch, they still won the second night of back to backs last week against St. Louis. I understand the logic of bringing in fresh players in back to backs, and honestly I agree with it, but this team with virtually the same line-up had just won 9 of their last 11 games. Can’t fault Sutter with his decisions when things have been working so well lately.
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wobsse6 Reply:
March 13th, 2013 at 5:28 pm
@CB14, Not to beat a stick with a dead horse, but playing back to back games for skaters is not as taxing as playing back to back games for a goalie. But again, defense was the fail last night, not goaltending
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CB14 Reply:
March 13th, 2013 at 5:37 pm
@wobsse6, Agreed.
Neil Reply:
March 13th, 2013 at 5:46 pm
@wobsse6, Kings didnt look tired in the third period last night…
LVKINGS88 Reply:
March 13th, 2013 at 6:00 pm
@wobsse6, Quick is the last line of defense,he gave up some goals that were stoppable and that’s a fact,funny how we didn’t hear from him after the game,he will always tell you that he should have had some of those goals.
What's the frequency, Kenneth? Reply:
March 13th, 2013 at 6:58 pm
@wobsse6, Agreed…and I think beating sticks is just about all dead horses are good for…unless you live in France, and it’s “eat up.”
What's the frequency, Kenneth? Reply:
March 13th, 2013 at 6:59 pm
WRT Quick–He never dug a puck in his net that he didn’t think he should have stopped.
What's the frequency, Kenneth? Reply:
March 13th, 2013 at 7:00 pm
D*mn! How’d I screw that up? Serves me right for changing the wording before posting. Let’s try that again:
WRT Quick–He never dug a puck out of his net that he didn’t think he should have stopped.
HockeyNerd Reply:
March 13th, 2013 at 6:26 pm
@blahblah, Makes perfect sense to me. But DS didn’t do that and I doubt he will.
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Jim Martin Reply:
March 14th, 2013 at 4:38 pm
@blahblah, Absolutely right but some of these coaches have larger ego’s. Though the majority of fans want to see Toffoli on the ice. The ego of Sutter won’t let that happen because thats what the fans want. Guys like Sutter have total disdain for the fans but they will never admit it.
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So, he’s actually saying we have the next Reggie Leach, a Glenn Anderson in the making….. the very next Milan Hejduk.
Damn, I’m getting carried away. I just reread it and in fact, he isn’t saying that at all. Oh well…..
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CB14 Reply:
March 13th, 2013 at 5:26 pm
@number 6, Sutter must know the Kings recent history of developing top 6 forwards.
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shiny Reply:
March 13th, 2013 at 5:30 pm
@CB14, We are superior at developing them and trading them away for a bargain (or in some cases, nothing at all!)
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DS is not gonna give anybody the straight answer.
Last year, we needed help with our offense. DL basically traded defense man where we had depth and got Carter while Voyvov filled the spot for JJ.
This year, we need help with defense (some might disagree but we’re giving up too many goals against compare to the last year) so we trade a forward or two to get asset for our defense and Toffoli fills the spot. In order to secure that spot, they need to test out him before DL makes the move.
That’s the only logical explanation to me.
While we’re speculating the Toffoli’s role in this, it seems the Kings are in trade talks with the Sabers … so …man, I love this stuff.
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CB14 Reply:
March 13th, 2013 at 5:36 pm
@goldielocks, I think that DL will probably wait until he has a more clearer picture of WM and MG return dates, if they will return at all this season, before decidng to make or not make a move. He can afford to wait at this point.
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goldielocks Reply:
March 13th, 2013 at 6:04 pm
@CB14,
Yes. I agree if this is the only move he makes this season. But there maybe the following deal after he secure the defense line. Just a hunch.
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DesertKing Reply:
March 13th, 2013 at 6:08 pm
@CB14,
I think DL already knows the return dates for Greene and WM.
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Pili Reply:
March 13th, 2013 at 5:41 pm
@goldielocks, Interesting thought! THis is the first time I’ve heard this angle. You might be right on the money.
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HockeyNerd Reply:
March 13th, 2013 at 6:29 pm
@goldielocks, So they are testing him out…. from the press box? How’s that working?
No.
We had a roster spot open and DL and DS gave it to the most qualified player. That’s all that’s going on for now. Why is that so hard for you (and a lot of others around here) to believe?
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goldielocks Reply:
March 13th, 2013 at 6:42 pm
@HockeyNerd,
To see how he does in practice is also important before his real test. I don’t know man … time will tell. But their scouts are at each others game for a while now.
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HockeyNerd Reply:
March 13th, 2013 at 6:53 pm
@goldielocks, Oh, no question DL is talking not just to Buffalo but other GM’s trying to get another defenseman or any assets we can use. But you can’t say things like “this is the only logical explanation to me”. We have a roster spot open and DS and DL called up who they thought was the best person to fill it. There is no need to try to make more out of it than there is. Believe me if they are SERIOUSLY thinking of trading a top 6 forward, heck even a bottom 6 forward and using Toffoli to fill the hole, he ain’t gonna be sitting in the press box the last 2 games.
goldielocks Reply:
March 13th, 2013 at 7:46 pm
@goldielocks,
If I remember it correctly, they said they’ll keep 8 Ds just a week ago. And now it’s changed to 7 Ds and 14 Fs. Why the change when you have uncertainty on your defense not the offense? Like I said, to me, it is logical. I did’t ask anyone to believe that theory. It’s just me. So leave it that way.
HockeyNerd Reply:
March 13th, 2013 at 9:41 pm
@goldielocks, Answer to your question one more time: because a roster spot was open and they decided Toffoli, not Campbell was the best player to fill it. You can believe what you want. But once again for the billionth time I say this: if you post something here it will be subject to dissection, review and analysis. In simpler language by posting something here you are ASSUMED to want to convince someone of something. If you can’t or won’t defend your position (as seems to be a problem for you in particular from time to time) you lose a lot of credibility. Again in plain English, don’t invite a debate then refuse to debate. Give examples. Explain yourself. Yes, you are allowed to give examples and say what YOU would do as a coach or GM! It’s not a crime. Care enough to TRY to make your point. Saying “I didn’t ask anyone to believe that theory” is a copout. If it means that little tan what did you post it?
HockeyNerd Reply:
March 13th, 2013 at 9:43 pm
@goldielocks, “If it means that little than why did you post it”. Stupid autocorrect.
goldielocks Reply:
March 14th, 2013 at 1:45 am
@HockeyNerd,
Hey, I didn’t notice your response, was watching duck dynasty.
The truth is we don’t know nothing about the business DL is running. So all we’re saying is nothing more than speculation. And if you waigh too much about someone else’s speculation and take it this serious … you need to see the doctor.
I said I love this stuff. That means I was just throwing the idea to have fun with bloggers, Mr. dead serious. I’d be glad to hear the others opinions but your attitude here is just trying to argue to prove yourself. Look up and read anyone else’s responce and opinion. Why can’t you just laugh about it like everyone else and leave it alone? This is just a fan blog. Or are you need attention that badly?
I do respect some of bloggers opinions and take it seriously. I never missed their posts unless I’m not reading the blog itself but certainly not yours because you don’t know how to back up your theory by using data, stats, expert’s opinions, and fact in the past.
Again, this is just fan community to share the thoughts and opinions. No one except you thinks they are expert or anything but just fans. We do not have all the answer to anything so who decide what is right or wrong, huh? What the hell are you really? What is your credential? If you are just a fan as we are then shut the hell up and go to http://www.letspretendimahockeyexpert.com to share your thoughts there. This is getting really creepy.
HockeyNerd Reply:
March 14th, 2013 at 3:34 am
@goldielocks, So when I ask you for FACTS I am being too serious and just need to lighten up and respect your opinion. Hey its all speculation, who cares? Then in THE VERY SAME PARAGRAPH you say you can’t take ME seriously because (supposedly) I don’t give facts and don’t quote hockey experts”.
Follow your own advice and be more consistent and I will take you more seriously. Again, that is strictly advice and you can take it or leave it. I’m not holding my breath on the former.
What's the frequency, Kenneth? Reply:
March 13th, 2013 at 7:06 pm
@HockeyNerd, Kopi could stickhandle in a phone booth…that’s special. If Toffoli can score from the press box, that’s even more special!
/sarcasm
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DesertKing Reply:
March 13th, 2013 at 8:11 pm
@What’s the frequency, Kenneth?,
I bet Clowe could since that would be cheating.
What's the frequency, Kenneth? Reply:
March 13th, 2013 at 8:13 pm
@DesertKing,
Good point! He’s got practice from the bench.
What's the frequency, Kenneth? Reply:
March 13th, 2013 at 7:02 pm
@goldielocks, I think the difference is that the Kings were still developing then. I think DL believes he has his team–it’s just injured.
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What's the frequency, Kenneth? Reply:
March 13th, 2013 at 7:03 pm
Then again, sending away a few players conceivably gives him the opportunity to make a move like the one people are looking for…it’s just that the phone isn’t ringing off the hook with offers to sell shutdown defensemen to Stanley Cup champions.
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HockeyNerd Reply:
March 13th, 2013 at 7:24 pm
@What’s the frequency, Kenneth?, Exactly. We fall from 2nd to the middle of the pack in Goals against… How do you think that makes other teams feel? Sympathy? Wanting to help us plug the hole that may keep us from repeating? Uhhh, not exactly! We need to give another team an asset that will help THEM. If DL is thinking that it might be a forward and that would bump Toffoli into the top 12, believe me, we’d be seeing a lot of Toffoli and I mean IN THE LINEUP. You want to convince me a trade is about to happen for sure? Bring Martin Jones up and have him start a few games. VV was a very known asset to DL and DS before we got Carter. We KNEW he could replace JJ here because we SAW him play at the NHL level. That’s what’s being missed in all this speculation. I’m not saying a DL won’t happen or isn’t in the works, just that calling TT up proves nothing other than a roster spot was open and he is presently the best person we have to fill it.
Devils up 2-1 over Kings East. C’mon, Gags, show that team you’re worth it!
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Mars Reply:
March 13th, 2013 at 6:19 pm
@shiny, 4-1 now
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shiny Reply:
March 13th, 2013 at 6:38 pm
@Mars, ouch. Kings East not holding their own tonight
they pull their space case goalie yet? Oh but hey, that’s the most dangerous lead in hockey! They have a shot! (A very tiny one… but one nonetheless)
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shiny Reply:
March 13th, 2013 at 7:05 pm
@shiny, scratch that, Flyers getting their wings clipped tonight
OT: Carrie Perry is suspended for 4 games and we don’t get to play the Quacks before she is back… Oh, well!
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If you guys haven’t read it, you should read the latest “dispute” between Lewey and Dewey (I swear we just need a Huey on our team and we can call it the Disney line! Even though DD plays defense…) on Mayor’s Manor.
Apparently during the lockout, DD got a dog and he claims bestie Lewey convinced him to bring the dog down to LA saying he’d help Dewey take care of the dog. Said bestie of course denies ever saying such a thing and refuses to clean up after the dog. Very funny article, nice and light hearted to cheer you up after a loss (if you’re still down about it and haven’t moved on yet. If you haven’t… Three words: Park. And. Ride.)
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Taffolli
I that that was some kind of new Taffy energy candy
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DesertKing Reply:
March 13th, 2013 at 6:11 pm
@Mars,
(left eyebrow arched a la Spock) fascinating….
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Richardson is aheadof Toffoli!!! We are deep !!! In many observers Toffoli is the Kings Top prospect….”Many”… NOT all.. so who is the top Kings prospect for those who dont think its Toffloi???
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wobsse6 Reply:
March 13th, 2013 at 5:48 pm
@Neil, Guessing either Pearson, Vey or Kozun…anyone else on D other then Campbell? Are any of those guys ready? Probably not this year.
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On a different subject as apparently DS finds the TT subject as unimportant. Katy Perry continues his record of cheap shots from behind, and will finally pay a price(4 game suspension).
http://espn.go.com/nhl/story/_/id/9049202/anaheim-ducks-corey-perry-banned-4-games-hit-vs-minnesota-wild
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What's the frequency, Kenneth? Reply:
March 13th, 2013 at 7:09 pm
@luc20rules, Hmm…in a way, it amounts to a 4-game “rest.” It’ll be interesting to see how they do when he’s out, and when he comes back. With that Jekyll and Hyde team, you can’t really predict. Maybe he’ll go on an alcoholic binge.
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What's the frequency, Kenneth? Reply:
March 13th, 2013 at 7:10 pm
Okay, maybe that comment was badly timed, considering the adjacent post/article.
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Holy Cow! Is anyone watching the Devils Flyers game?
-Loktionov just had an incredible play for a 2 on 1 goal! toe drag!
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Neil Reply:
March 13th, 2013 at 6:03 pm
@Mike, wouldnt be surprise if Lotki turns out better then Toffoli….Prospects are just that…..prospects.P.S. for those who play roto sports and draft minor leaguers know what Iam talking about..any sport… you dont know… Iam sure DL thought that Hickey would be better then Muzzin and VV….
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DesertKing Reply:
March 13th, 2013 at 6:12 pm
@Mike,
With Bryz in goal, I am not sure that really is an accomplishment.
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Mars Reply:
March 13th, 2013 at 6:16 pm
@DesertKing, hehehehe
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LT21 Reply:
March 13th, 2013 at 6:27 pm
@DesertKing, Isn’t it funny how they traded away Carter and Richards because they so badly needed to have him. Thanks Kings East!
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shiny Reply:
March 13th, 2013 at 6:40 pm
@LT21, I thought they were punishing their star players (I still don’t why if one is your friggin Capo and the other is a star but I’m no GM, I don’t know anything). Either way, thank you Lou!
If they win 3 of 4 for the rest of the season, I be happy…and so should everyone else.
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I do not think he plays unless and until either / or someone is hurt or DS is dissatisfied with someone. And it would likely have to be TWO players because Richardson is a 4th liner, experienced and more versatile. That is not what I would do but it *is* what DS does.
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I think he should get at least some time on the ice while he’s here (Calgary might have been a good idea!) so he has something to take back with him to Manch–something to build on. We hear it all the time that they simply aren’t prepared for how “fast” the game is, and it seems every kid needs to experience that before being put in a situation where he’s being relied on.
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HockeyNerd Reply:
March 13th, 2013 at 6:59 pm
@What’s the frequency, Kenneth?, Agreed, not so much for his development but because (DS probably disagrees with us on this) a fresh eager Toffoli in a 2nd game of a back to back is better than SOME other forward (there only needs to be one). Not so sure he’s getting sent back either although that begs the question of if not, why isn’t DS using him?
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Ok who saw that coming?? Flames are up 2-1 over the Red Wings
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harty Reply:
March 13th, 2013 at 8:26 pm
@shiny, tied
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Loktionov so far 12 games 4 goals 3 assists… did he at least get a ring?
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luc20rules Reply:
March 13th, 2013 at 9:28 pm
@11 or 3, According to Wikipedia Loktionov did recieve a ring.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/2012_Stanley_Cup_Finals
Last line under engraving notes.
‡ Scott Parse played only 9 regular season games, and missed the rest of season due to injury. Parse’s name was not included on the Stanley Cup. However, Parse, Loktionov, Muzzin, Cliche, and Jones were included in the team picture, and received Stanley Cup rings.
Wow Cliche & Jones thats surprising?
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Duncanz Reply:
March 13th, 2013 at 10:22 pm
@look20miles, They’d both been jonesing for it – if that isn’t a cliche..
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TK Reply:
March 14th, 2013 at 5:45 am
@luc20rules, I have the team pitcure as one of the desktops on my computer screens at work, the other is the engraving of the cup itself. Sometimes when I’m bored I like to try and find everyone, and decipher who is blocked and I can’t make out. It’s like a weird game of Wheres Waldo
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I think the KHL is the second best…
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I love DS, I think he should be the next President. The guy is straight up and no BS! Damn. He wasnt born inthe US…
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What's the frequency, Kenneth? Reply:
March 14th, 2013 at 12:05 am
@Scott3343, Some readers here think he doesn’t know what he’s talking about. I know who I believe.
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TK Reply:
March 14th, 2013 at 5:49 am
@What’s the frequency, Kenneth?, I’m convinced that many readers here have spent too much time around Ducks fans and have contracted the brain damage, stupidity, and general hockey ignorance that comes with being a “fan” of any Anaheim team.
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I think he’s going to get a little ice time on between now (14 March and 21 March). At some point, I think DS will want to see him in action. My big question though is, when is Willie Mitchell coming back?
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