Devils bring in D Anton Stralman, F Petr Sykora and F Steve Bernier on try-out basis

Systemfel · 09-12-2011, 03:07 PM

Source (in Swedish)

http://www.eliteprospects.com/player.php?player=4152

Good stuff, he should have a pretty good chance at making the roster, IMO.

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Full list of Devils' camp tryouts: Justin Barnett, Steve Bernier, Anton Stralman, Thomas Nesbitt, Petr Sykora
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Saugus · 09-12-2011, 03:08 PM

Excellent, the rumours we heard last week ended up being true. I like this invite, and I hope he makes the team.

Oroku Saki · 09-12-2011, 03:10 PM

Haha I knew for a while. Told Scotty on FB but didn't want to post it here and deal with the wrath of HF if my info was wrong.

I think he'll do well here and make the team.

Basement Cat · 09-12-2011, 03:10 PM

Solid

Tao Jones · 09-12-2011, 03:14 PM

Looks like a new number for Stralman with #6 being unavailable and #36 more likely given to Boulton or not to anyone.

Like his helpers stats.

Oroku Saki · 09-12-2011, 03:16 PM

I think he'll get 29.

KovalchukR8 · 09-12-2011, 03:17 PM

I think he'll make the team. Points from the defense which we desperately need.

VaxjoDevil · 09-12-2011, 03:17 PM

Even moar Swedes? Incredible.

Mgd31 · 09-12-2011, 03:18 PM

Very pleased by this actually.

DatBoyJPP · 09-12-2011, 03:18 PM

No reason to be upset at this. Hopefully he impresses

Classic Devil · 09-12-2011, 03:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by PariseR8

I think he'll make the team. Points from the defense which we desperately need.

I tend to agree. I like this as well. Another RH shot.

devilzdontrule27 · 09-12-2011, 03:20 PM

Aportzline Aaron Portzline
RT @devilzrule27: @Aportzline Devils have invited Stralman to camp, thoughts? / Very limited at five on five play, loses confidence quickly.

Well still worth a shot to see how he does.

**njdevsfn95** · 09-12-2011, 03:20 PM

34pts in 73gp as a defenseman on Columbus?

yes, give him a shot

Eggers · 09-12-2011, 03:20 PM

So psyched to hear this is true! I have to imagine he'll make the team, don't I? Are there actually any spots for rookies anymore?

GM17* · 09-12-2011, 03:21 PM

Volchenkov Greene
Tallinder Stralman
Salvador Larsson

Or Volchenkov Greene
Tallinder Larsson
Salvador Stralman

? Lou doesn't seem too intent on rushing Taormina and Fayne anymore than they've been

That or he'll have Larsson in the AHL/press box, but I think he can contribute more than the other options.

Devils Dominion · 09-12-2011, 03:21 PM

Why did Columbus not sign him?

Jamie1987 · 09-12-2011, 03:22 PM

I've only watched him when he was in Toronto, he moves the puck well and I remember he made some nice end to end rush's, he's not very good in the D zone but maybe he got better since then

he'll make the team

devsfan4life · 09-12-2011, 03:23 PM

Sweet. I'm excited. This looked like an awesome move a week ago when we heard the rumors. I hope he makes the team.

Greene-Salvador
Volchenkov-Stralman
Tallinder-Larsson

?

onefatsurfer · 09-12-2011, 03:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DevsIn2010

Why did Columbus not sign him?

from what i've read on the quick HF search i did, seems like he "sucked."

we'll see. i picture him being anti-mottau

Oroku Saki · 09-12-2011, 03:24 PM

We might end up with one rookie on defense if Salvador plays. No need to panic anymore.

Classic Devil · 09-12-2011, 03:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by devsfan4life

Sweet. I'm excited. This looked like an awesome move a week ago when we heard the rumors. I hope he makes the team.

Greene-Salvador
Volchenkov-Stralman
Tallinder-Larsson

?

I think this is what it should end up being. Although I can see Fayne knocking Stralman or Larsson out of the lineup.

devilzdontrule27 · 09-12-2011, 03:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Classic Devil

I think this is what it should end up being. Although I can see Fayne knocking Stralman or Larsson out of the lineup.

Most people who follow Columbus will tell you that you don't want Stralman getting top 4 minutes. Better suited as a specialist.

Saugus · 09-12-2011, 03:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Anton Volchenkov

I think he'll get 29.

Agreed. Salmela is gone, and every other "typical defenceman's number" will probably be taken.

Quote:

Originally Posted by PariseR8

I think he'll make the team. Points from the defense which we desperately need.

I agree, I think he will be able to beat out Fayne and Taormina, who would appear to be his main competition for the spot.

BenedictGomez · 09-12-2011, 03:30 PM

I dont know anything about this guy, but I'm optimistic given the Maple Leafs traded him.

Eggers · 09-12-2011, 03:30 PM

Albany's gonna be STACKED this year. I feel bad (very very slightly) for the guys who had a shot that are gonna be making way less money this year.