Henkka 0 Report post Posted July 17, 2007 (edited) So there has been some new signings. Center Randall Gelech and defenceman Garrett Stafford joined the team. Forwards: Matt Ellis Mark Hartigan Mark Cullen Cory Emmerton Carl Corazzini Darren Helm Evan McGrath Ryan Oulahen Randall Gelech Johan Ryno (can return to Sweden) Mattias Ritola (can return to Sweden) Defencemen: Kyle Quincey Jakub Kindl Jonathan Ericsson Brad Ference Grarrett Stafford Derek Meech (un-signed RFA) Goalies: Jimmy Howard Adam Berkhoel The team is quite near set. Only if the swedish duo will return to Europe, then we'll need some forwards. Othervice the team is in quite good shape. Ellis - Cullen - Hartigan Helm - Emmerton - Corazzini Oulahen - McGrath - Ryno Ritola - Gelech - XXX Quincey - Kindl Ericsson - Ference Meech - Stafford Howard Berkhoel Edited July 17, 2007 by Henkka Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kp-Wings 3 Report post Posted July 17, 2007 Himelfarb signed a contract with Lausanne in Switzerland. He will not be on the Griffins next season, at least not at this point. Just as well. A 5'9 center who can't put up points on a regular basis, nor is a physical player by any means, isn't much of a loss in my opinion. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Detroit # 1 Fan 2,204 Report post Posted July 17, 2007 Helm - Emmerton - Corazzini Loving that line! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Henkka 0 Report post Posted July 17, 2007 Ok, Lets get Himelfarb off the list. If somebody has some other nfo about some signings or some guy is totally missing from my list, please inform me. I'll keep this topic up during the whole season. I think Ryno and Ritola would be better to stay, cause the offence is quite short without them. But I understand if they go back to Sweden for a year, and come back at next year. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
i-pod 0 Report post Posted July 19, 2007 How bout galvin and insana Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Andy Pred 48 337 Report post Posted July 21, 2007 Think Emmerton will be back in the OHL/WHL along with Mursak as they are not old enough to play in AHL. They could of course make the Wings roster thou. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bubba91 0 Report post Posted July 31, 2007 Looking forward to seeing the Griffins here in Iowa when they whoop up the Stars. Plus i may get the chance to see Adam Berkhoel play. A local kid from where i went to High School at in Minnesota. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Henkka 0 Report post Posted August 2, 2007 Is Meech signed, or is he still RFA? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Systemfel 33 Report post Posted August 2, 2007 Is Meech signed, or is he still RFA?He's still unsigned. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Coyote0106 2 Report post Posted August 3, 2007 (edited) There was an article on mlive saying he has been offered a 1, 2, and 3 year deal. So we will see. Edit: Spelling Edited August 3, 2007 by Coyote0106 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Andy Pred 48 337 Report post Posted August 5, 2007 One to watch could be Randal Gelech, found this write up from 2 years ago, hopefully he could be a real good pick up for the Griffs, Wings? "Randall was perhaps our most pleasant surprise among forwards in the AHL," Barnett said. "He provided a lot of offense in the Memorial Cup championship for Kelowna and played a very prominent role. We knew he had size and is solid on his skates, but he's proved, down low, to be a formidable player to deal with when he has the puck in his possession. This was the most competitive and skilled AHL season in several decades, if not ever, and for a player coming out of junior to an average AHL team to play at the level he played at was very satisfying and pleasing to us. He understands the game well and he's very capable of playing a pro-style game without the puck. With the puck, he's fearless in taking it to the net. Added experience will give him a real good opportunity to play in the NHL." Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mickeyisms Rule! 0 Report post Posted August 8, 2007 One to watch could be Randal Gelech, found this write up from 2 years ago, hopefully he could be a real good pick up for the Griffs, Wings? "Randall was perhaps our most pleasant surprise among forwards in the AHL," Barnett said. "He provided a lot of offense in the Memorial Cup championship for Kelowna and played a very prominent role. We knew he had size and is solid on his skates, but he's proved, down low, to be a formidable player to deal with when he has the puck in his possession. This was the most competitive and skilled AHL season in several decades, if not ever, and for a player coming out of junior to an average AHL team to play at the level he played at was very satisfying and pleasing to us. He understands the game well and he's very capable of playing a pro-style game without the puck. With the puck, he's fearless in taking it to the net. Added experience will give him a real good opportunity to play in the NHL." And from Hockey's Future, when he was with the Coyotes organization: "Gelech is a player that every team loves to have. He is very intense and considered an energy player. He is a good skater with decent speed. He is a tenacious forechecker and his size (6’3, 212) complements his works hard on the forecheck and around the net. He possesses soft hands and a nose that helps him find ways to score. He uses the body and finishes his checks. He has good overall ability and skill. He will earn his respect from his persistence and determination because he will give you the same intensity and gritty play every night." Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Henkka 0 Report post Posted August 15, 2007 So, according To post from HFBoards, Ritola is going to stay in Griffins and not returning to Sweden. Any news about Ryno if he's making the same decision? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Henkka 0 Report post Posted October 2, 2007 (edited) Is somebody missing from this roster? Grigorenko - Hartigan - Corazzini Ryno - Cullen - Ritola Helm - Oulahen - Gelech Engelhardt - McGrath - Keefe Kindl - Ericsson Quincey - Ference Stafford - Insana Howard Berkhoel Edited October 2, 2007 by Henkka Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Coyote0106 2 Report post Posted October 2, 2007 Is somebody missing from this roster? Grigorenko - Hartigan - Corazzini Ryno - Cullen - Ritola Helm - Oulahen - Gelech Engelhardt - McGrath - ??? Kindl - Ericsson Quincey - Ference Stafford - ??? Howard Berkhoel It looks like you are missing Keefe (RW) and Insana (D) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
irishtemper14+25 11 Report post Posted October 2, 2007 and dont forget grigs for like 2-3 weeks lol Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Henkka 0 Report post Posted October 2, 2007 It looks like you are missing Keefe (RW) and Insana (D) Thx. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Yzer19 Report post Posted October 3, 2007 Here is a link to the Griffins roster: Griffins Roster Notice Igor is wearing the #19 for the Griffins. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Skiing - Puck 0 Report post Posted October 5, 2007 Neil Clark is missing from your roster. Man, with Clark, Ference, and Keefe all on that roster that is going to be a tough team. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Coyote0106 2 Report post Posted October 5, 2007 Neil Clark is missing from your roster. Man, with Clark, Ference, and Keefe all on that roster that is going to be a tough team. I know....I can't wait. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mule39 0 Report post Posted October 7, 2007 So, according To post from HFBoards, Ritola is going to stay in Griffins and not returning to Sweden. Any news about Ryno if he's making the same decision? Both are staying. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Henkka 0 Report post Posted October 17, 2007 Will someone know the lines Griffins are using? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Coyote0106 2 Report post Posted October 17, 2007 Will someone know the lines Griffins are using? If you wait til the home opener on Saturday, alot more people will know. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rwfan007 18 Report post Posted October 19, 2007 i will be there... gunna be fun Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
spydrwebb 0 Report post Posted October 21, 2007 brief observations from last night's home opener... -the PK left a lot to be desired -the boys played most of the game intimidated, on their heels -howard lost his head after two quick goals against -the refs are calling the league tight, similar to what we've seen in the NHL -flaherty came back to hunt the griffins, this time with another club -keefe matches the same intensity that downey brings to the DRW, plays same role -hartigan was the best pick up, hands down... he was one of few to bring his A game -ryno is extremely tall -mark cullen is my dark horse to make a difference this season, his focus and intensity is infectious and he did great things with the phantoms a season or two ago... and he's not afraid to shoot the puck! -ritola was fun to watch... he's quick but didn't see the puck much -players unmentioned in this thread had an otherwise forgetful evening it was one game and proved to be the first loss of a young season, no long-term conclusions are being drawn. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
