General Hockey Thread v3.0 - Page 65 - The Orange Mane

24champ · 06-22-2007, 07:57 PM

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Originally Posted by Clockwork Orange

Cherepanov grew up an Avs fan, I'd love to see his boyhood dream come true.

He is the NHL version of Brady Quinn at the draft.

24champ · 06-22-2007, 08:01 PM

Thomas Hickey is, second only to Kevin Shattenkirk, among the best defenseman in the draft in the transition game. A strong skater, Hickey has excellent vision and is a very good passer; giving him the quality to be a great player for moving the puck out of the defensive zone. Furthermore, Hickey seems to always be cool and plays a mature game, manoeuvring with the puck with a lot of confidence. Although a bit on the small side, Hickey isn't intimidated physically and is actually pretty strong. His defensive game is solid, although it could still use some work. Overall, Hickey has tons of potential and his offensive abilities and maturity are going to make him an interesting prospect to follow during his developpement.

http://membres.lycos.fr/nhldraft2007/

Doesn't seem too bad.

Clockwork Orange · 06-22-2007, 08:02 PM

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Originally Posted by 24champbailey

He is the NHL version of Brady Quinn at the draft.

The lack of a transfer agreement with Russia is what's going to keep him waiting longer than he should. There's no telling where he'll be taken, but by most accounts, he's a top 5 talent.

Clockwork Orange · 06-22-2007, 08:03 PM

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Originally Posted by 24champbailey

Thomas Hickey is, second only to Kevin Shattenkirk, among the best defenseman in the draft in the transition game. A strong skater, Hickey has excellent vision and is a very good passer; giving him the quality to be a great player for moving the puck out of the defensive zone. Furthermore, Hickey seems to always be cool and plays a mature game, manoeuvring with the puck with a lot of confidence. Although a bit on the small side, Hickey isn't intimidated physically and is actually pretty strong. His defensive game is solid, although it could still use some work. Overall, Hickey has tons of potential and his offensive abilities and maturity are going to make him an interesting prospect to follow during his developpement.

http://membres.lycos.fr/nhldraft2007/

Doesn't seem too bad.

Not bad at all, it was just a surprising pick to most.

Clockwork Orange · 06-22-2007, 08:05 PM

That guy looked like he grabbed Voracek's ass when he hugged him.

24champ · 06-22-2007, 08:11 PM

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Originally Posted by Clockwork Orange

Not bad at all, it was just a surprising pick to most.

Believe me it was very suprising, had to scramble to find info on the guy.

and the Kings board got shut down and who knows how things are going at the Draft party in LA.

Clockwork Orange · 06-22-2007, 08:12 PM

Come on Giguere, move up and roll the dice on Cherepanov.

SoCalBronco · 06-22-2007, 08:14 PM

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Originally Posted by Clockwork Orange

Come on Giguere, move up and roll the dice on Cherepanov.

But he's not french canadian.

Clockwork Orange · 06-22-2007, 08:16 PM

Our first trade. St. Louis sends the 9th pick to San Jose for the 13th (acquired from Toronto) a 2nd rounder and a 3rd next year.

Clockwork Orange · 06-22-2007, 08:17 PM

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Originally Posted by SoCalBronco

But he's not french canadian.

Actually, the Avs tendency lately has been all North Americans and very few Euros. I'd love to see that trend broken and Cherepanov land in Colorado, but I'm doubtful.

24champ · 06-22-2007, 08:18 PM

Nice pick Sharks, I was really high on Couture.

SoCalBronco · 06-22-2007, 08:19 PM

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Originally Posted by Clockwork Orange

Actually, the Avs tendency lately has been all North Americans and very few Euros. I'd love to see that trend broken and Cherepanov land in Colorado, but I'm doubtful.

Well SJ passed on him, only a few picks away, CO, its very possible.

24champ · 06-22-2007, 08:21 PM

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Originally Posted by SoCalBronco

Well SJ passed on him, only a few picks away, CO, its very possible.

Some very good players still on the board with Chirpy and Esposito.

Clockwork Orange · 06-22-2007, 08:21 PM

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Originally Posted by SoCalBronco

Well SJ passed on him, only a few picks away, CO, its very possible.

I wonder if he's there at 14 if they'll even take him then. You, as a Pens fan, are well aware of the hassle it can be to get these Russian kids over here because of the lack of a transfer agreement.

By the way, how does it feel to not be picking in the top 2 for once?

24champ · 06-22-2007, 08:24 PM

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Originally Posted by Clockwork Orange

I wonder if he's there at 14 if they'll even take him then. You, as a Pens fan, are well aware of the hassle it can be to get these Russian kids over here because of the lack of a transfer agreement.

By the way, how does it feel to not be picking in the top 2 for once?

Chirpy is pissed off, and I don't know if that is a good thing or not.

SoCalBronco · 06-22-2007, 08:26 PM

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Originally Posted by Clockwork Orange

I wonder if he's there at 14 if they'll even take him then. You, as a Pens fan, are well aware of the hassle it can be to get these Russian kids over here because of the lack of a transfer agreement.

By the way, how does it feel to not be picking in the top 2 for once?

Yeah the transfer agreement is a bit of a hindrance, but when push comes to shove you can steal him away in the middle of the night if need be, like we did.

FLA passes on Cherepanov too...hmm...very good chance he or Esposito, who was no. 1 coming into the year will be there for COL.

Clockwork Orange · 06-22-2007, 08:28 PM

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Originally Posted by 24champbailey

Chirpy is pissed off, and I don't know if that is a good thing or not.

He's got a bit of a mullet going there.

Clockwork Orange · 06-22-2007, 08:31 PM

Two picks to go until the Avs are up and three guys I'd love to have are still out there. Cherepanov, Esposito and Petrecki.

I think Esposito goes right here to Montreal at 12.

Jens1893 · 06-22-2007, 08:31 PM

I don´t see why it´s such a big deal if Cherepanov only has a year left on his contract. If the guy is as good as advertised, I think it shouldn´t be a huge deal if they have to wait a year to bring him to North America. Or am I missing something here? When the guy is out of contract, the lack of a transfer agreement shouldn´t be such a big deal anymore ....

Jens1893 · 06-22-2007, 08:35 PM

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Originally Posted by Clockwork Orange

Two picks to go until the Avs are up and three guys I'd love to have are still out there. Cherepanov, Esposito and Petrecki.

I think Esposito goes right here to Montreal at 12.

2 will be there ....

Clockwork Orange · 06-22-2007, 08:36 PM

Well, Esposito does fall past the Habs. All three of my targets are still there with one pick to go.

24champ · 06-22-2007, 08:36 PM

This Draft is odd...anyway Avalanche have a good crop of players to pick from.

Hercules Rockefeller · 06-22-2007, 08:36 PM

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Originally Posted by Clockwork Orange

Alzner to the Caps, nice. Herc should be pleased.

Nope. He's another 2nd-pairing D-man, the Caps have more than half a dozen of those in the system.

Clockwork Orange · 06-22-2007, 08:37 PM

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Originally Posted by Hercules Rockefeller

Nope. He's another 2nd-pairing D-man, the Caps have more than half a dozen of those in the system.

Who did you want at that pick?

SoCalBronco · 06-22-2007, 08:38 PM

Colorado is going to get a steal either way. Congrats.

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06-22-2007, 08:01 PM	#1602
24champ Obi-Wan Phillips Keep Calm and Chive on Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Nakatomi Plaza Posts: 22,568 Adopt-a-Bronco: Brandstarter	Thomas Hickey is, second only to Kevin Shattenkirk, among the best defenseman in the draft in the transition game. A strong skater, Hickey has excellent vision and is a very good passer; giving him the quality to be a great player for moving the puck out of the defensive zone. Furthermore, Hickey seems to always be cool and plays a mature game, manoeuvring with the puck with a lot of confidence. Although a bit on the small side, Hickey isn't intimidated physically and is actually pretty strong. His defensive game is solid, although it could still use some work. Overall, Hickey has tons of potential and his offensive abilities and maturity are going to make him an interesting prospect to follow during his developpement. http://membres.lycos.fr/nhldraft2007/ Doesn't seem too bad.

06-22-2007, 08:05 PM	#1605
Clockwork Orange Persona Non Grata I seen him! Join Date: Jan 2003 Posts: 21,352	That guy looked like he grabbed Voracek's ass when he hugged him.

06-22-2007, 08:12 PM	#1607
Clockwork Orange Persona Non Grata I seen him! Join Date: Jan 2003 Posts: 21,352	Come on Giguere, move up and roll the dice on Cherepanov.

06-22-2007, 08:16 PM	#1609
Clockwork Orange Persona Non Grata I seen him! Join Date: Jan 2003 Posts: 21,352	Our first trade. St. Louis sends the 9th pick to San Jose for the 13th (acquired from Toronto) a 2nd rounder and a 3rd next year.

06-22-2007, 08:18 PM	#1611
24champ Obi-Wan Phillips Keep Calm and Chive on Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Nakatomi Plaza Posts: 22,568 Adopt-a-Bronco: Brandstarter	Nice pick Sharks, I was really high on Couture.

06-22-2007, 08:31 PM	#1618
Clockwork Orange Persona Non Grata I seen him! Join Date: Jan 2003 Posts: 21,352	Two picks to go until the Avs are up and three guys I'd love to have are still out there. Cherepanov, Esposito and Petrecki. I think Esposito goes right here to Montreal at 12.

06-22-2007, 08:31 PM	#1619
Jens1893 Ring of Famer Join Date: May 2001 Location: People´s Republic of Bad Cannstatt Posts: 9,127	I don´t see why it´s such a big deal if Cherepanov only has a year left on his contract. If the guy is as good as advertised, I think it shouldn´t be a huge deal if they have to wait a year to bring him to North America. Or am I missing something here? When the guy is out of contract, the lack of a transfer agreement shouldn´t be such a big deal anymore ....

06-22-2007, 08:36 PM	#1621
Clockwork Orange Persona Non Grata I seen him! Join Date: Jan 2003 Posts: 21,352	Well, Esposito does fall past the Habs. All three of my targets are still there with one pick to go.

06-22-2007, 08:36 PM	#1622
24champ Obi-Wan Phillips Keep Calm and Chive on Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Nakatomi Plaza Posts: 22,568 Adopt-a-Bronco: Brandstarter	This Draft is odd...anyway Avalanche have a good crop of players to pick from.