so who's going to the week long Ranger camp? Miller, McIlrath, Thomas as prospects or do they not bother since they are going to stay in CT regardless?
Haley or Kolarik? I imagine Gilroy gets a two way deal at the very least and likely starts on the Rangers due to experience. DZ still out as well as a RFA
I'd like to see McIlrath do a little less fighting for the sake of fighting. I like how he handled the Bourque hit, but squaring off with guys after the faceoff isn't what I want to see.
I'd like to see McIlrath do a little less fighting for the sake of fighting. I like how he handled the Bourque hit, but squaring off with guys after the faceoff isn't what I want to see.
Agreed. His focus should be on developing a more well rounded game particularly with all time he's missed with injury.
I'd like to see McIlrath do a little less fighting for the sake of fighting. I like how he handled the Bourque hit, but squaring off with guys after the faceoff isn't what I want to see.
I agree with you, but that's a part of his job. Coming in with the reputation as one of the toughest kids out of the 'Dub in recent memory, Dylan is going to have to make the rounds and take on all challengers until he cements his reputation in the minor pros. The same will undoubtedly occur at the NHL level as well in due time.
It just comes with the territory when you've got the job that Dylan does, and I'm sure his teammates appreciate what he brings to the table. Just as they do for Michael Haley, whose stepped up nearly as much as Prust did for the big league team last year, but only in half a season's time.
Islander fan here (duh) Ive been following McIlrath since day 1. He is best friends with Islander D-Man Travis Hamonic. They played together in Moose Jaw. Anyway, a neat story was the year Dylan was drafted I talked to Travis and he had told me that they Dylan was staying at his home in Manitoba and prior to the draft and while they were skating Dylan had gotten a missed call. When he finally checked his phone it was from a Rangers rep telling him they would like to meet (and they were interested).
He said the Rangers were the first team that showed interest. Anyway FFW to my convo with Travis I asked him "how weird is it to have your best friend drafted by the enemy?" He said they both found it pretty funny and probably the best quote to come from that conversation with Travis:
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Best friends or not, if we ever played against each other I would be greatly disappointed if he didnt try and put me through the boards every single shift. I'm sure he feels the same way about me.
Just thought I'd share that.
On the other hand (working for Hockeyfights.com) Ive obviously have had many chances to see him play (and fight). He has 57 career fights including pre season and rookie tournaments and has a voted record of 40-4-6. That's pretty impressive. Good luck with this kid, he's a gamer.
I'd like to see McIlrath do a little less fighting for the sake of fighting. I like how he handled the Bourque hit, but squaring off with guys after the faceoff isn't what I want to see.
i agree having an enforcer is great but not all the time
Rangers have lacked a really tough d-man capable of playing a regular shift for ages. If McIlrath develops the way he's supposed to the Rangers should be a much better team for it. I really don't get some people sometimes. This kid should play--not be a 4th line goon but a regular day in day out at least 15 minutes per game player and when a team has a seriously tough player who can take a regular shift it has a really valuable asset. McIlrath could be to the Rangers defense what Lucic is the Bruins forecheck. He's also a right side d-man who when ready should slot right into the lineup as our right side is weaker than our left.
As far as the Whale goes--Haley's been fighting a ton and he is not a big body though sometimes he fights big body goons. Dylan's presence will give him a break.
Rangers have lacked a really tough d-man capable of playing a regular shift for ages. If McIlrath develops the way he's supposed to the Rangers should be a much better team for it. I really don't get some people sometimes. This kid should play--not be a 4th line goon but a regular day in day out at least 15 minutes per game player and when a team has a seriously tough player who can take a regular shift it has a really valuable asset. McIlrath could be to the Rangers defense what Lucic is the Bruins forecheck. He's also a right side d-man who when ready should slot right into the lineup as our right side is weaker than our left.
As far as the Whale goes--Haley's been fighting a ton and he is not a big body though sometimes he fights big body goons. Dylan's presence will give him a break.
I'd like to see McIlrath do a little less fighting for the sake of fighting. I like how he handled the Bourque hit, but squaring off with guys after the faceoff isn't what I want to see.
First games back as a rookie I think he was busting to fight and prove himself but over time he'll have to learn to pick his spots. Luckily he has beuke to teach him
When all is said and done we're going to appreciate how McIlrath shuts down the opposition more than how he fights. But for now he will be challenged an awful lot. The AHL has plenty of guys who want to see what he's made of.
When all is said and done we're going to appreciate how McIlrath shuts down the opposition more than how he fights. But for now he will be challenged an awful lot. The AHL has plenty of guys who want to see what he's made of.
This is exactly why he will continue to rack up the fights for the rest of the season. Same thing will happen with Noreau next year.
i agree having an enforcer is great but not all the time
Especially as a defenseman. It's one thing having a fourth line wing sitting for five minutes practically every game, but I definitely would not want a top six defenseman doing the same.
Hopefully he tones down the frequency of the fighting (particularly staged fights) and limits it to reactionary fights during the flow of play.
This is exactly why he will continue to rack up the fights for the rest of the season. Same thing will happen with Noreau next year.
he isnt even signed yet.. lets see if he gets signed... whatever happen with Randy McNaught? he is still listed in the system but hasnt played this year?? seems like a wasted draft pick..
i'm really looking forward to the mcilrath era beginning. i really hope his defensive game is good and he plays smart and tough. i want him to *not* be a dirty headhunter. but someone who polices the ice and keeps henrik clean. i don't mind the odd mano-a-mano either.
Neither. They don't want to risk these players getting hurt before training camp starts.
any other scratches? Assume Haley is coming to camp or do they not care about others lol
Buzz: Chris Kreider Not Playing For The Whale Today
January 6th, 2013 3:19 pm
Larry Brooks tweets that Chris Kreider is not in the lineup for the Whale today.
Kreider is scratched so that he doesn’t get hurt before Rangers training camp.
As of 44 minutes ago Bob Crawford of the Whale tweeted that he was taking warmup a with Kris Newbury and Brandon Segal
McIlrath needs to hit and fight. That's whats going to get him to the NHL. He's not going to be a shut down defenseman. He's not going to put up 30+ points. what he needs to do is intimidate the eff outta players. that goes with hitting and fighting. Drop the gloves Dylan. Keep kicking ass.
he isnt even signed yet.. lets see if he gets signed... whatever happen with Randy McNaught? he is still listed in the system but hasnt played this year?? seems like a wasted draft pick..
God forbid our 7th round pick doesn't work out. All of them should be as good as our 7th rounder in 2000, right?
Any whale watchers know what has happened to Kyle Jean? He's really disappeared after that hot start.
Having read your insulting comment, Jean responded with a pair of goals. Hopefully can keep this lead (with the third about to start) and give Missie a shutout.
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any other scratches? ... Chris Kreider Not Playing For The Whale Today
Kreider is a healthy scratch. Not sure if it's to save him for the NHL or to punish him for coasting.
McIlrath needs to hit and fight. That's whats going to get him to the NHL. He's not going to be a shut down defenseman. He's not going to put up 30+ points. what he needs to do is intimidate the eff outta players. that goes with hitting and fighting. Drop the gloves Dylan. Keep kicking ass.
sounds like another Dale Purinton. i hope thats not what your hoping he turns into. he needs to be good defensively and be able to keep up with the play. no need for Purinton or Jamie Pushor 2
