Shaw will be back as an OA, Morris will likely be dealt or released, and Chartrand will almost certainly be traded. I also see Bignell, Corson, Simmonds and Curtis as trade bait and a right-handed d-man being the return.
Based on what I saw in rookie camp, the Bulls 4th 16 year old card should go to Heffernan. Nik Coric was impressive as well but may need a year in Jr.A, hopefully in Wellington. There were no rookie D-men other than Desousa who stood out as OHL ready and Heffernan was the most impressive forward besides Berisha and the top 3 picks from this year.
I'm hoping George takes a chance on an 18 or 19 year old C/LW in the import draft to add more offense to the top 6. I would be pleased with a roster that looked something like this:
Berisha is a solid player but 1st line is too high my friend. He will still need to adjust to the OHL.
Problem is if you put Brassard with Gaunce and Zharkov then you're only creating one power line. George needs 2 lines at least that are going to create some offense to try and make up for the loss of Payerl, Mayer and Judson. So I could see putting a skilled type guy like a Berisha with Gaunce and Zharkov in order to create 2 stronger lines. But I don't see Carnevale replacing Corson at Center but instead Corson Centering Carnevale and Lemmon. That would be a good combo as Corson has the experience at Center. Curtis will be picked up quickly so that should open up a spot for either Hefferman or Coric. Question is will George pickup a player in the Import Draft or acquire an OA to provide some experience and punch on LW?
With the bulls having one import spot left on the roster(Zharkov), i'd expect George to use the russian influence(info) to select a fellow russian player with the 27th pick. But i wouldnt be surprised also if he deals the pick if the player or players that are targeted are already gone.
Whats the deal George? All the other OHL teams are/already announced the signings of this years picks BUT the bulls. What's the hold up? Are they waiting for the Awards Banquet? or is there snags in these players commiting? Thoughts.
Whats the deal George? All the other OHL teams are/already announced the signings of this years picks BUT the bulls. What's the hold up? Are they waiting for the Awards Banquet? or is there snags in these players commiting? Thoughts.
There was the same thing going on last year so nothing new there. Like many Coaches George generally wants guys to work hard in the off-season and come back in shape and then get signed. Problem with that is that players get restless and other options start appearing or parents start second guessing so time will tell.
There was the same thing going on last year so nothing new there. Like many Coaches George generally wants guys to work hard in the off-season and come back in shape and then get signed. Problem with that is that players get restless and other options start appearing or parents start second guessing so time will tell.
Great point, but we all know the first 3 picks are sure fire signings, so why wait? I just dont get his logic
Great point, but we all know the first 3 picks are sure fire signings, so why wait? I just dont get his logic
I won't disagree but George is more old school in that sense that he wants to ensure guys don't take for granted that they're automatically in and then roll into camp not in the best shape. This way they still have a burr under their saddles and you know they then can't ease up on the pedal. Call it incentive and no gimme's. This is the way George rolls and it definitely keeps newbies on their toes.
Hiya all...
Great to see at least some activity around here...lol
Big Fan of the Euros, and was thrilled when Zharkov landed in Belleville.
Great reading about the proposed line ups, (really enjoyed to see some postings here)
I wonder if the Bulls will use thier import pick on another Russian?
Has thier been any rumours?
Does anyone have a list of the potential prospects that could be drafted in the Import Draft?
Hiya all...
Great to see at least some activity around here...lol
Big Fan of the Euros, and was thrilled when Zharkov landed in Belleville.
Great reading about the proposed line ups, (really enjoyed to see some postings here)
I wonder if the Bulls will use thier import pick on another Russian?
Has thier been any rumours?
Does anyone have a list of the potential prospects that could be drafted in the Import Draft?
Nice to have Bulls fans from abroad! We welcome your comments... I have to agree with you if i was a betting man George will go back to the well a select another russian player, but if the players that he has is eyes on are off the board he might have a wild card out there, i mean go completly off the board. Its been really quite here in bulls land, heres hoping some action will happen very soon.
Nice to have Bulls fans from abroad! We welcome your comments... I have to agree with you if i was a betting man George will go back to the well a select another russian player, but if the players that he has is eyes on are off the board he might have a wild card out there, i mean go completly off the board. Its been really quite here in bulls land, heres hoping some action will happen very soon.
Thank you for your kind words.
I must confess, Im not entirely a BULLs fan, but a BIG fan of thier prospects, if that makes sense.
I try to tune into as many CHL games as I can, being a great enthusiast of the top Euros, so for the last two years, had been tuning into the Sarnia Sting games (for Yakupov), the Windsor Spitfires (for Khokhlachev and Khunackl) and after seeing some footage of young Zharkov in his USHL days, found myself tuning into the Bulls too, intrigued as to how he would fare in the OHL.
Daniils progress was stalled from the injury at camp, but I was delighted with his performance once in the line up.
Of course then I started taking a bigger interest in the entire team, enjoying the Bulls "upstart" attitude.
I m very keen to see what additions the Bulls make.
Thank you for your kind words.
I must confess, Im not entirely a BULLs fan, but a BIG fan of thier prospects, if that makes sense.
I try to tune into as many CHL games as I can, being a great enthusiast of the top Euros, so for the last two years, had been tuning into the Sarnia Sting games (for Yakupov), the Windsor Spitfires (for Khokhlachev and Khunackl) and after seeing some footage of young Zharkov in his USHL days, found myself tuning into the Bulls too, intrigued as to how he would fare in the OHL.
Daniils progress was stalled from the injury at camp, but I was delighted with his performance once in the line up.
Of course then I started taking a bigger interest in the entire team, enjoying the Bulls "upstart" attitude.
I m very keen to see what additions the Bulls make.
Hey Johnny, since your following the euro players alittle more than i, are there any russians we might be able to snag at 27? Or are there many players from europe that u could provide a scouting report on?
Well, a great pal of mine in Windsor sent me the U-17s, and the Russian team was stacked with some great prospects:
My personal favourites were
Valerie Nikushkin: already 6` 2", about 185Ilbs. Has speed, skill, power http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nS-JhqBKj_Q
and Sergei Tolchinsky.
Tolchinksy, in my opinion is not as an attractive prospect as the Bigger Nikushkin, as he is very,very small; but has that slipperry Russian skill, and speed to burn.
He is quite media savvy, (at least attempted to speak with the media), and is represented by Igor Larionov. (which makes me think he may be swayed to N/A)
Both were a joy to watch at that Tourney.
Other players on that U-17 team, were Grigori Dihushkin (who is playing in the USHL) a small shifty , creative forward, playing in the same league that gave us Daniil Zharkov (I think?)---as he is already over in N/A perhaps the OHL would be his obvious route?
Looking at his stats, I was underwhelmed, but I said the exact same thing this time last year when I saw Zharkovs USHL numbers...
Another kid that looked a great fit, is the younger brother of Ivan Barbashev (a kid who seems has been a prospect since I can remember..lol)
I suppose I can dream, but I would love Alexander Barkov to come over, but he is already playing in the SM LIGA as a 17 year old: At 6`2 and 200 pounds PLUS (already), he looks dynamite.!!
Another highly touted kid is the young German, Leo Draisaitl. German prospects have done pretty well in the CHL, and would be a logical stepping stone if he wants to play NHL eventually...
Not much info for you, but just a few guys I have been trying to follow from afar.
Last edited by johnnydrum: 06-06-2012 at 07:15 PM.
Well, a great pal of mine in Windsor sent me the U-17s, and the Russian team was stacked with some great prospects:
My personal favourites were
Valerie Nikushkin: already 6` 2", about 185Ilbs. Has speed, skill, power http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nS-JhqBKj_Q
and Sergei Tolchinsky.
Tolchinksy, in my opinion is not as an attractive prospect as the Big Nikushkin, as he is very,very small; but has that slipperry Russian skill, and speed to burn.
He is quite media savvy, (at least attempted to speak with the media), and is represented by Igor Larionov. (which makes me think he may be swayed to N/A)
Other players on that U-17 team, were Grigori Dihushkin (who is playing in the USHL) a small shifty , creative forward, playing in the same league that gave us Daniil Zharkov (I think?)---as he is already over in N/A perhaps the OHL would be his obvious route?, and another kid that looked a great fit, is the younger brother of Ivan Barbashev (a kid who seems has been a prospect since I can remember..lol)
I suppose I can dream, but I would love Alexander Barkov to come over, but he is already playing in the SM LIGA as a 17 year old: At 6`2 and 200 ponds PLUS, he looks dynamite.
Another highly touted kid is the young German, Leo Draisaitl. German prospects have done pretty well in the CHL, and would be a logical stepping stone if he wants to play NHL eventually...
Not much info for you, but just a few guys I have been trying to follow from afar.
Thanks Johnny, your info is stellar, wow if we can get any of the russians to report here would be great, we have been lacking that dynamic offensive forward for a long time. In our olymipic sized ice surface watching a russian dangle is a pretty exciting prospect. So size of the players are not that important here.
Thanks Johnny, your info is stellar, wow if we can get any of the russians to report here would be great, we have been lacking that dynamic offensive forward for a long time. In our olymipic sized ice surface watching a russian dangle is a pretty exciting prospect. So size of the players are not that important here.
You are very welcome...lol..never need much of an excuse to talk hockey..lol
The U-17 Russia vs USA final, was a joy to watch---not only for a glimpse of the Russian kids, but also to see the great strides the Americans have made too---who had a pair of gems on dipslay too--Anthony Lewis and Hunter Fasching, who put on quite a show themselves.
Anyway,heres some info on some more Euros, that I pasted from this great read below:
He`s essentially looking at the 2013 Draft--so theres players on his list that are already wth CHL teams, but also gives a brief look at the better Euros that played in the Windsor tourney (again, huge praise to the original author Mr Kyle Andrew Busch)
Andre Burakowsky (Sweden - Malmo, SEL)Burakowsky was a member of the top line on Sweden, and has a lethal wrist shot. He does it almost as good as Ovechkin/Kessel. He's tall and lanky, and with some muscle building he can fill out and be a fast power forward.
Leon Bristedt (Sweden - Linkopings, SEL)Bristedt is in the Ohman mold and will likely be taken after him as well, but he has the same skill set. The only knock is that he's 5'8, but he's still taller than Martin St. Louis and Nathan Gerbe.
Leon Draisaitl (Germany - Mannheim, DNL)Draisaitl was the best player on a weak German team. He scored 97 goals in 20 games in the DNL league, along with over 200 points. He didn't have a lot of help in Windsor.
Sergei Tolchinski (Russia - CSKA Moskow, RUS)Tolchinski is 5'7 and a buck fifty. Not NHL size at all, but his skills are second to none. Igor Larionov is his agent, so that speaks volumes.
Valeri Nichushkin (Russia, Traktor Chelyabinsk, RUS)Nichushkin is the fastest skater in Russia under the age of 20. No joke - he beat a player that started at the far blueline and he was it the other blueline. He's also a giant and if he fills out he could be a poor man's Evgeni Malkin.
Anton Cederholm (Sweden - Rogle, SEL)Big defenceman that screams Victor Hedman. He doesn't score, but he's a stay at home guy that makes the simple play and has a high plus-minus.
Robert Hagg (Sweden - MODO, SEL)Hagg scored two goals in one period against Quebec, showing he can contribute offensively, but his real forte is creating space and making a great first pass.
Goalies Nikita Serebryakov (Russia, Dynamo Moscow, RUS)Serebryakov was the best goalie in the tournament. He's built and moves like Ilya Bryzgalov, but plays more like Evgeny Nabokov in his prime.
Ebbe Sionas (Sweden - AIK, SEL)The Swedish goalie played all but one game and was solid throughout, even when his team faltered, he gave them a chance to win over superior opponents.
Last edited by johnnydrum: 06-07-2012 at 04:42 PM.
You are very welcome...lol..never need much of an excuse to talk hockey..lol
The U-17 Russia vs USA final, was a joy to watch---not only for a glimpse of the Russian kids, but also to see the great strides the Americans have made too---who had a pair of gems on dipslay too--Anthony Lewis and Hunter Fasching, who put on quite a show themselves.
Anyway,heres some info on some more Euros, that I pasted from this great read below:
He`s essentially looking at the 2013 Draft--so theres players on his list that are already wth CHL teams, but also gives a brief look at the better Euros that played in the Windsor tourney (again, huge praise to the original author Mr Kyle Andrew Busch)
Andre Burakowsky (Sweden - Malmo, SEL)Burakowsky was a member of the top line on Sweden, and has a lethal wrist shot. He does it almost as good as Ovechkin/Kessel. He's tall and lanky, and with some muscle building he can fill out and be a fast power forward.
Leon Bristedt (Sweden - Linkopings, SEL)Bristedt is in the Ohman mold and will likely be taken after him as well, but he has the same skill set. The only knock is that he's 5'8, but he's still taller than Martin St. Louis and Nathan Gerbe.
Leon Draisaitl (Germany - Mannheim, DNL)Draisaitl was the best player on a weak German team. He scored 97 goals in 20 games in the DNL league, along with over 200 points. He didn't have a lot of help in Windsor.
Sergei Tolchinski (Russia - CSKA Moskow, RUS)Tolchinski is 5'7 and a buck fifty. Not NHL size at all, but his skills are second to none. Igor Larionov is his agent, so that speaks volumes.
Valeri Nichushkin (Russia, Traktor Chelyabinsk, RUS)Nichushkin is the fastest skater in Russia under the age of 20. No joke - he beat a player that started at the far blueline and he was it the other blueline. He's also a giant and if he fills out he could be a poor man's Evgeni Malkin.
Anton Cederholm (Sweden - Rogle, SEL)Big defenceman that screams Victor Hedman. He doesn't score, but he's a stay at home guy that makes the simple play and has a high plus-minus.
Robert Hagg (Sweden - MODO, SEL)Hagg scored two goals in one period against Quebec, showing he can contribute offensively, but his real forte is creating space and making a great first pass.
Goalies Nikita Serebryakov (Russia, Dynamo Moscow, RUS)Serebryakov was the best goalie in the tournament. He's built and moves like Ilya Bryzgalov, but plays more like Evgeny Nabokov in his prime.
Ebbe Sionas (Sweden - AIK, SEL)The Swedish goalie played all but one game and was solid throughout, even when his team faltered, he gave them a chance to win over superior opponents.
Wow awesome Johnny, cant wait to see who the bulls select? My guess a forward.
I would say the Bulls need more scoring depth upfront. In my opinion Silas will not be moved unless he has asked out, Morris and Bignell need to go and personally moving Shaw would open up another OA spot up front for more depth and experiance. With that said George should bring in a 93 defenceman with some experiance as long as it doesn't cost too much.
I would say the Bulls need more scoring depth upfront. In my opinion Silas will not be moved unless he has asked out, Morris and Bignell need to go and personally moving Shaw would open up another OA spot up front for more depth and experiance. With that said George should bring in a 93 defenceman with some experiance as long as it doesn't cost too much.
Bulls fans will be very happy to see that their 2nd rd pick will step right into a top 6 role. Bulls really were the beneficiary of his MM coach slamming him to the scouts. He shouldn't have been taken any lower than #3 d-man in the draft. I believe the Bulls brass all know this.
The bulls are holding their year-end banquet this week-end thus expect the announcement of signings of Petti,Cramarrosa and DeSousa. Next week i'm sure the bulls will fill us in on some other dealings?
This is the Bulls year as they are dominatley 1993 birth years. I would expect George to make some moves shortly. They need SCORING and more offense from the back end.
This is the Bulls year as they are dominatley 1993 birth years. I would expect George to make some moves shortly. They need SCORING and more offense from the back end.
