Schneider is probably one of the most underrated goalies if you ask me. Once he left vancouver, it's like he just dissappeared and they forgot how he outplayed luongo
I doubt that first line doesn't click I mean hall and henrique led windsor to the multiple memorial cups and they were a little dynasty (until they got drafted) they made each other better and I'm sure they can do it again in the nhl this time
First of all I dont blame you on your opinion. I just see some points I'd like to make.
The idea of playing Hall and Henrique together is must-happen kind of situation. Their chemistry from the juniors is something that Devils just need to use at this point. Also I would not list Henrique as sniper, he is more of two-way guy and is imo underrated when it comes to defensive side of his game. I also dont think he has that good of a shot. He scores a lot in front of the net and greasy goals although he still has some hands to work with. I would also prefer pairing someone like DSP with those two as more of a physical guy rather than having some pure offensive minded like Bennett or another goal scorer in Palmieri.
Another thing is that Reid Boucher has not exactly been the same guy that he was in juniors but during the last few years he has been working on his game without the puck, his positioning, defensive side of his game, battles, he has way more strength now than he did when he came into the league. And he already has a great shot. He developed some chemistry between Zajac and Palmieri last year and I honestly think Devils should keep that line together.
That leaves Mike Cammalleri on the third line, which may seem stupid since he was ppg last year and is truly outstanding offensive player when he is healthy. He generates tons of scoring chances for his teammates and to line him up with rookie Zacha would be great for him. Cammalleri would still get tons of PP time etc since thats where his skills are required. For RW throw in Beau Bennett to get his chance to shine. Bennett is not ideal player for anything less than top 9 so this is the place to have him on.
For the fourth line free agent pickup Fiddler, Josefson and Kalinin. There is no point to play guy like Joseph Blandisi down the fourth line, so rather him play the top minutes in Albany and be the injury replacement. He needs to work on his game without the puck anyways.
Defense is where it gets tricky. Andy Greene is one of the most underrated players in this league and will once again line up against top players every night and kill penalty after penalty. Here is to hope that Ben Lovejoy can take Larsson's spot on the pk. 5on5 its probably better to pair Greene with Severson. As Merrill is the weakest link of the defensive core as of right now, I'd pair him with Lovejoy since he is experienced and have John Moore play with Santini. Santini should get full playing time this year and has all the tools the become good shutdown dman. Not flashy, but great. If one of the Albany guys can take the step forward, it'd be great.
Schneider of course is not only one of the best goalies in the league but also the biggest reason we did not have top 3 pick in 2015. Schneider needs to stay healthy because I dont see either of Kinkaid or Wedgewood to carry us even for 5 to 10 games.
I definitely see Devils as a dark horse kind of team and battling for those last few playoff spots. Time will tell how good Devils can replace what Larsson brought to the ice.
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Schneider is probably one of the most underrated goalies if you ask me. Once he left vancouver, it's like he just dissappeared and they forgot how he outplayed luongo
Another great video as always. Video suggestion: Award predictions for the 16-17 season?
I doubt that first line doesn't click I mean hall and henrique led windsor to the multiple memorial cups and they were a little dynasty (until they got drafted) they made each other better and I'm sure they can do it again in the nhl this time
Thanks for the video! Go Devils đ
Yes he is! GO DEVILS GO! Hahaha FLA vs NJD would be an very intresting series indeed.
Oiler fan for years – Hall has underrated playmaking ability. Plus he played with Henrique in junior
First of all I dont blame you on your opinion. I just see some points I'd like to make.
The idea of playing Hall and Henrique together is must-happen kind of situation. Their chemistry from the juniors is something that Devils just need to use at this point. Also I would not list Henrique as sniper, he is more of two-way guy and is imo underrated when it comes to defensive side of his game. I also dont think he has that good of a shot. He scores a lot in front of the net and greasy goals although he still has some hands to work with. I would also prefer pairing someone like DSP with those two as more of a physical guy rather than having some pure offensive minded like Bennett or another goal scorer in Palmieri.
Another thing is that Reid Boucher has not exactly been the same guy that he was in juniors but during the last few years he has been working on his game without the puck, his positioning, defensive side of his game, battles, he has way more strength now than he did when he came into the league. And he already has a great shot. He developed some chemistry between Zajac and Palmieri last year and I honestly think Devils should keep that line together.
That leaves Mike Cammalleri on the third line, which may seem stupid since he was ppg last year and is truly outstanding offensive player when he is healthy. He generates tons of scoring chances for his teammates and to line him up with rookie Zacha would be great for him. Cammalleri would still get tons of PP time etc since thats where his skills are required. For RW throw in Beau Bennett to get his chance to shine. Bennett is not ideal player for anything less than top 9 so this is the place to have him on.
For the fourth line free agent pickup Fiddler, Josefson and Kalinin. There is no point to play guy like Joseph Blandisi down the fourth line, so rather him play the top minutes in Albany and be the injury replacement. He needs to work on his game without the puck anyways.
Defense is where it gets tricky. Andy Greene is one of the most underrated players in this league and will once again line up against top players every night and kill penalty after penalty. Here is to hope that Ben Lovejoy can take Larsson's spot on the pk. 5on5 its probably better to pair Greene with Severson. As Merrill is the weakest link of the defensive core as of right now, I'd pair him with Lovejoy since he is experienced and have John Moore play with Santini. Santini should get full playing time this year and has all the tools the become good shutdown dman. Not flashy, but great. If one of the Albany guys can take the step forward, it'd be great.
Schneider of course is not only one of the best goalies in the league but also the biggest reason we did not have top 3 pick in 2015. Schneider needs to stay healthy because I dont see either of Kinkaid or Wedgewood to carry us even for 5 to 10 games.
I definitely see Devils as a dark horse kind of team and battling for those last few playoff spots. Time will tell how good Devils can replace what Larsson brought to the ice.
Keep making the videos btw.