Guest mindfly Report post Posted July 29, 2009 With all these depth signings lately (and maybe more to come) what would the lines and D-pairs look like? Will Oulahen, Abdelkader etc be on the first line? Delmore and Kindl the first pair? Anyone who follow GR better than I do? lol Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
zata20 4 Report post Posted July 29, 2009 The lines might look something like this. I really wouldn't be surprised if Axelsson could get top line minutes with the Griffins. Mattias Ritola Justin Abdelkader Dick Axelsson Ryan Oulahen Francis Pare Jeremy Williams Johan Ryno Cory Emmerton Evan McGrath Jan Mursak Kris Newbury Jamie Tardif FA Jakub Kindl Doug Janik Andy Delmore Sergei Kolosov Sebastien Piche Logan Pyett Travis Ehrhardt Daniel Larsson Thomas McCollum Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest mindfly Report post Posted July 29, 2009 (edited) Calder next eh? This team is great... on paper atleast... very curious on how piche will handle pro hockey. Edited July 29, 2009 by mindfly Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GROwl 5 Report post Posted July 29, 2009 I hear Frankie Lemieux will likely be back (though he has actually been signed by GR yet). If so, he'll probably be at least initially put back on a line with McGrath and Pare since they had such good chemistry last year: Mattias Ritola Justin Abdelkader Dick Axelsson Francis Pare Evan McGrath Francis Lemieux Kris Newbury Ryan Oulahen Jeremy Williams Johan Ryno Cory Emmerton Jamie Tardif Jan Mursak Jakub Kindl Andy Delmore Doug Janik Sergei Kolosov Sebastien Piche Travis Ehrhardt Logan Pyett Daniel Larsson Thomas McCollum Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WINGed 0 Report post Posted July 31, 2009 I hear Frankie Lemieux will likely be back (though he has actually been signed by GR yet). If so, he'll probably be at least initially put back on a line with McGrath and Pare since they had such good chemistry last year: Mattias Ritola Justin Abdelkader Dick Axelsson Francis Pare Evan McGrath Francis Lemieux Kris Newbury Ryan Oulahen Jeremy Williams Johan Ryno Cory Emmerton Jamie Tardif Jan Mursak Jakub Kindl Andy Delmore Doug Janik Sergei Kolosov Sebastien Piche Travis Ehrhardt Logan Pyett Daniel Larsson Thomas McCollum Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WINGed 0 Report post Posted July 31, 2009 [Ritola,Emmerton,Williams Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
titanium2 867 Report post Posted August 2, 2009 I hear Frankie Lemieux will likely be back (though he has actually been signed by GR yet). If so, he'll probably be at least initially put back on a line with McGrath and Pare since they had such good chemistry last year: Mattias Ritola Justin Abdelkader Dick Axelsson Francis Pare Evan McGrath Francis Lemieux Kris Newbury Ryan Oulahen Jeremy Williams Johan Ryno Cory Emmerton Jamie Tardif Jan Mursak Jakub Kindl Andy Delmore Doug Janik Sergei Kolosov Sebastien Piche Travis Ehrhardt Logan Pyett Daniel Larsson Thomas McCollum Why Mursak as the reserve forward? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GROwl 5 Report post Posted August 2, 2009 Why Mursak as the reserve forward? Quite honestly, I didn't consistently see anything from him last year that warranted a full time spot on the roster. Maybe it was just a first year adjustment - hopefully he'll do better this year. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
titanium2 867 Report post Posted August 3, 2009 Quite honestly, I didn't consistently see anything from him last year that warranted a full time spot on the roster. Maybe it was just a first year adjustment - hopefully he'll do better this year. Well then why do you think Ryno should get a full time spot? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GROwl 5 Report post Posted August 3, 2009 Well then why do you think Ryno should get a full time spot? Spanish Inquisition? We didn't see much of Ryno when he came two years ago...just a handful of games at the beginning of the year and at training camp. But he had some good features. If he's continued to develop them, he could be a contributor. Ryno also has a nice size advantage. If I remember correctly, he's nearly as tall as Ericsson, but a lot bigger. Again, if he learns to use his strengths. there are some good possibilities with this kid. This is also his last chance. If he's hungry... What did you see in Mursak that would generate some excitement? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
titanium2 867 Report post Posted August 4, 2009 Spanish Inquisition? We didn't see much of Ryno when he came two years ago...just a handful of games at the beginning of the year and at training camp. But he had some good features. If he's continued to develop them, he could be a contributor. Ryno also has a nice size advantage. If I remember correctly, he's nearly as tall as Ericsson, but a lot bigger. Again, if he learns to use his strengths. there are some good possibilities with this kid. This is also his last chance. If he's hungry... What did you see in Mursak that would generate some excitement? Haha. Sorry. That last reply was one I posted in a hurry because I was between other things. I didn't mean that to come off so annoyingly. You obviously know more about the Griffins. I'm just curious as to why he's often being slated to be a reserve forward (not just by you) after putting in a year of work. Nothing more than that though. Still think he's struggling to manage his weight problems? I read that he put on a lot of weight but didn't know how to manage it and maintain the same speed in his game. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GROwl 5 Report post Posted August 4, 2009 Many of the boys who come straight from juniors have trouble in their first year transitioning to even AHL hockey. They are used to being among the top players on their team, and now they are playing among other top players...who are often older, bigger, stronger and have already made that adjustment. Mursak may have benefitted from a temp ECHL assignment. At least this year, he knows now what to expect. Hopefully, he's used this summer to hit the weight room and work on some of his skills. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Aussie_Wing 354 Report post Posted September 20, 2009 Been thinking about possible lines this season as the start of the season draws closer. There’s still a few questions to be asked, such as will Abdelkader start the season in Detroit given Helm’s injury? Everything points to yes, so although this line-up features him, it’s factored into when Abs is back in Grand Rapids. Ritola - Abdelkader - Williams Tardif - Oulahen - Newbury Vigilante - McGrath - Pare Axelsson - Emmerton - Mursak Ryno/Walsh When Abdelkader is absent I'd say put Cory centering that 1st line, big ask but I think he could do with a challenge like that. If he does play in Grand Rapids, expect Tatar to possibly slot in on the 3rd line with PP time. Question marks still surround Ryno and where he decides to play when he is inevitably cut from the Wings. Will he once again return home or will He at least start the season in the AHL? What’s happening with Lemieux? Delmore - Kindl Janik - Pyett Kolosov - Piche Ehrhardt Slightly concerned about that 1st pairing as it could potentially be turnover city. I really wish Lashoff was here but he’s off to the OHL again. Hopefully Pyett rebounds from a tough rookie season but the early signs with pre-season play with the Wings hasn't been great. What's the reason behind Kolosov not getting any games, is he injured or deemed not ready? Larsson McCollum Goaltending should be really, really solid. Huge faith in both these guys. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
uk_redwing 495 Report post Posted September 21, 2009 So long as ma boy Tardif gets a heap of minutes Im one happy chappy. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GROwl 5 Report post Posted September 21, 2009 Looks like Oulahen won't be playing for awhile. His hip injury hasn't healed as expected. Heard he had to have surgery this summer. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
waitahochiminute 2 Report post Posted September 24, 2009 Better throw Tartar sauce in the mix... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Aussie_Wing 354 Report post Posted September 25, 2009 (edited) With Tatar included, and no Abdelkader given he should start the season with Detroit.... Ritola - Emmerton - Williams Tatar - McGrath - Pare Tardif - Newbury - Vigilante May - Walsh - Mursak Ryno/Axelsson Bit weak at centre IMO, especially without Abs. Not many natural centres when Abdelkader and Oulahen are absent. Who would be your choice to centre the first line? Don't think Emmerton is quite ready but he might have to step up to the plate. Is Dick Axelsson going to be fit any time soon, ditto with Oulahen? Edited September 25, 2009 by Aussie_Wing Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
matemate 34 Report post Posted September 25, 2009 Ritola - Emmerton - Williams Tatar - Abdelkader - Axelsson Tardif - Newbury - Ryno May - Oulahen - Mursak Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GROwl 5 Report post Posted September 27, 2009 Ritola - Emmerton - Williams Tatar - Abdelkader - Axelsson Tardif - Newbury - Ryno May - Oulahen - Mursak Word on the street is that Oulahen may not be skating before Christmas even. If this is the case, it will be a long time before he centers any line. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
uk_redwing 495 Report post Posted September 28, 2009 Grand Rapids have signed AHL Heavyweight Paul Crosty on a PTO. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
titanium2 867 Report post Posted October 4, 2010 <!--quoteo(post=1760628:date=August 2, 2009 - 02:36AM:name=titanium2)--><div class='quotetop'>QUOTE (titanium2 @ August 2, 2009 - 02:36AM) <a href="index.php?act=findpost&pid=1760628"><{POST_SNAPBACK}></a></div><div class='quotemain'><!--quotec-->Why Mursak as the reserve forward?<!--QuoteEnd--></div><!--QuoteEEnd--> Quite honestly, I didn't consistently see anything from him last year that warranted a full time spot on the roster. Maybe it was just a first year adjustment - hopefully he'll do better this year. Thankfully so. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites