ElCapitan 14 Report post Posted February 23, 2007 What about this… Coyotes' Laraque about to be dealt? ''We haven't really got to a point where anything is imminent, but obviously we'll explore everything,'' Gretzky said to The Arizona Republic. ''He's a good young man, it's just sometimes things don't work out and right now maybe (a trade) is the best situation for both sides.'' Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SwedeLundin77 460 Report post Posted February 23, 2007 It all depends on their asking price... but if Carter can go for a 5th rounder, I see no reason why we can't get Laraque for a mid-round draft pick of some sort. I think he could be a good fit and add some protection. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ElCapitan 14 Report post Posted February 23, 2007 It all depends on their asking price... but if Carter can go for a 5th rounder, I see no reason why we can't get Laraque for a mid-round draft pick of some sort. I think he could be a good fit and add some protection. I agree. I just don't know how much he fights but I think he does if he has to. He's listed at 6'-3", 243 lbs. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
johnnyoski 0 Report post Posted February 23, 2007 Its been widely speculated that LaRoque is heading to Pittsburgh to be kid Crosby's personal bodyguard. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WingNutt 12 Report post Posted February 23, 2007 I agree. I just don't know how much he fights but I think he does if he has to. He's listed at 6'-3", 243 lbs. Are you kidding?? That would be the ONLY reason I would like to have Laraque on the Wings Protection. Thats about all he is good for and the only reason he ever went pro. Think of a heavy weight boxer on skates thats Laraque For those of you who don't know much about the guy here are a few websites his official site and a fans site. Do you smell what Laraque is cooking???? http://www.laraque27.com/ His Official Site http://www.georgeslaraque.com/ Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The Enforcer 13 Report post Posted February 23, 2007 I would go after Laraque, simply because we don't have anybody in the lineup who can fight. Him alone in the lineup will keep the flies off Hank and Dats. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ElCapitan 14 Report post Posted February 23, 2007 Are you kidding?? That would be the ONLY reason I would like to have Laraque on the Wings Protection. Thats about all he is good for and the only reason he ever went pro. Think of a heavy weight boxer on skates thats Laraque For those of you who don't know much about the guy here are a few websites his official site and a fans site. Do you smell what Laraque is cooking???? http://www.laraque27.com/ His Official Site http://www.georgeslaraque.com/ OK, for being a goon, he's put up respectable numbers this year. Funny thing is that the TSN bio states that he "doesn't drop the gloves enough". Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
interminded 1 Report post Posted February 23, 2007 There's really no need for a pure-bred enforcer like Laraque. And he's a horrible skater. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wingslogo19 281 Report post Posted February 23, 2007 There's really no need for a pure-bred enforcer like Laraque. And he's a horrible skater. He's stronger then hell on his feet and can score Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Crymson Report post Posted February 23, 2007 I agree. I just don't know how much he fights but I think he does if he has to. He's listed at 6'-3", 243 lbs. Laraque is one of the premier fighters in the league. There's really no need for a pure-bred enforcer like Laraque. And he's a horrible skater. He may be our only option. I'll play him over Langfeld. Won't you? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BigTex 1 Report post Posted February 23, 2007 PLEASE get Big George, Kenny. PLEEEEEEASE!!! He is MADE for the playoffs. Remember, he was on EDM's roster last year and was very valuable to them for their run. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kp-Wings 3 Report post Posted February 23, 2007 If Carter can go for a 5th rounder, Laraque should be good for a 7th or Williams. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Winged Scooter 0 Report post Posted February 23, 2007 If Carter can go for a 5th rounder, Laraque should be good for a 7th or Williams. I vote J Willy, that 5th rounder could valuable some day. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
datsyuk_13_fan 0 Report post Posted February 23, 2007 Laraque is awesome, only thing is he is too nice. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Saran 1 Report post Posted February 23, 2007 get him! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Vancouver Wings Fan 0 Report post Posted February 23, 2007 Laraque is awesome, only thing is he is too nice. Laraque would be a great fit in Detroit - Exactly the type of player that helped beat the Wings last year! Assuming we could get him for picks - it is a no brainer to go after this guy. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
datsyuk_13_fan 0 Report post Posted February 23, 2007 Best thing about Laraque is he is a good player, he can fight and get points. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
interminded 1 Report post Posted February 23, 2007 Laraque is one of the premier fighters in the league. He may be our only option. I'll play him over Langfeld. Won't you? If you put it that way.... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Henkka 0 Report post Posted February 23, 2007 (edited) Laraque is going to the Pens... Hockeyfights.com: Last howl for Laraque The word in Pittsburgh via ESPN Radio 1250AM is the Penguins have made a trade with the Phoenix Coyotes for Georges Laraque. Laraque still has to waive his no-trade clause for the deal to be completed. http://www.thefourthperiod.com/news/phx070223.html http://www.azcentral.com/sports/coyotes/ar...laraque-ON.html No more cheapshots against Sid. Edited February 23, 2007 by Henkka Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ben_usmc 253 Report post Posted February 23, 2007 Damn, I really want to get this guy to be a Wing, since the begining of the year, I've been hoping because he is a good fighter, and is strong, beat the hell out of the boogyman. He also seems to be pretty classy, if you watch how he acts, and listen to him when he was mic'd up before a fight. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest LivingtheDream Report post Posted February 23, 2007 The more I think about, get him! it's like automatically getting Hank and Pavel a really tough big brother on the playground. It will end a lot of BS right away. Still, just him alone is not enough to finish the puzzle for the playoffs. One gritty-ish winger - doesn't have to be top 6, just a guy with heart. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lou_Siffer 1 Report post Posted February 23, 2007 I think that would be outstanding for Pitt to also get Boynton, which it mentioned in the article. Crosby sure as hell wont have to be worried about protection anymore, Pittsburgh would be right up there with Anaheim as toughest team in the league. They'd have numerous guys on the team ready to throw down. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Detroit # 1 Fan 2,204 Report post Posted February 23, 2007 I think that would be outstanding for Pitt to also get Boynton, which it mentioned in the article. Crosby sure as hell wont have to be worried about protection anymore, Pittsburgh would be right up there with Anaheim as toughest team in the league. They'd have numerous guys on the team ready to throw down. Malone , Talbot , Boynton , Laraque Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lou_Siffer 1 Report post Posted February 23, 2007 Malone , Talbot , Boynton , Laraque ...Petrovicky, Ruutu, Armstrong, Thorburn, Orpik. Not to say all those guys would be in the lineup at the same time...but thats scary tough. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Detroit # 1 Fan 2,204 Report post Posted February 23, 2007 ...Petrovicky, Ruutu, Armstrong, Thorburn, Orpik. Not to say all those guys would be in the lineup at the same time...but thats scary tough. I forgot about Ruutu and Orpik fights ? But yeah thats alot of toughness , for a team that supposedly doesnt have any Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
