** 2015-2016 Los Angeles Kings Official Discussion Thread **
Goto page Previous  1, 2, 3 ... 6, 7, 8 ... 13, 14, 15  Next
 
Post new topic    LakersGround.net Forum Index -> Off Topic Reply to topic
View previous topic :: View next topic  
Author Message
rwongega
Franchise Player
Franchise Player


Joined: 20 Jul 2005
Posts: 20510
Location: UCLA -> NY

PostPosted: Wed Jan 20, 2016 1:10 pm    Post subject:

ChickenStu wrote:
rwongega wrote:
ChickenStu wrote:
rwongega wrote:
ChickenStu wrote:
rwongega wrote:
Schenn may have been the prize piece of the trade, but LeCavalier's looking a little more like his Lightning days.


Yes he looks rejuvenated. Schenn worries me a little. Yeah, he's a big guy and he is pretty good on the PK. But on a regular shift, he reminds me of Matt Greene a bit. Which is to say that he isn't the most fluid skater and not the best puck-mover. I mean, he's certainly not bad, but I just wonder if he's an improvement on the guys we were playing when it's 5-on-5. I suppose time will tell.

It was a good win tonight. We were just holding on for dear life at the end. Got very lucky they didn't tie it up late.


With Greene pretty much out for a long time, it's no surprise why Dean went after a younger clone. Greene's still an alternate captain so that leadership is still missing, but Schenn certainly fills his niche. I had tickets to tomorrows game but decided to let someone else enjoy sitting behind the Kings bench in a charity raffle. :|


Yes it's definitely not a surprise. And ultimately I trust that Darryl Sutter knows a hell of a lot more about what's good for his team than I do, that's for sure!

I watched some of the Kings-Ducks game back on TV late last night, after having actually attended the game. Lecavalier looked as good on TV as I thought he did in person. Just looked lively and skilled. Hope he can play like this for the rest of the season.


I've seen LeCavalier's play with the Lightning, this is the closest he's been since then. Maybe the change of scenery and chance for another title is putting the spark back in those old legs. He could be what Mike Richards was supposed to be (Thanks Flyers!). Just need another ex-Blue Jacket and our title run is confirmed!


I'm not sure what else the Kings could be thinking as far as trade upgrades. I suppose a true top-6 forward wouldn't hurt, but they would probably have to move Gaborik or Brown out to get that accomplished. My guess is that this is what they will go to war with, and I think it's certainly enough to get it done.


At this rate, I'l settle for whoever's at the end of Columbus's bench just for a lucky charm.
_________________
http://media.giphy.com/media/zNyBPu5hEFpu/giphy.gif
http://bartsblackboard.com/files/2009/11/The-Simpsons-05x18-Burns-Heir.jpg

RIP Jonathan Tang
RIP Alex Gruenberg

Free KBCB
Back to top
View user's profile Send private message Reply with quote
ChickenStu
Retired Number
Retired Number


Joined: 25 Apr 2015
Posts: 31789
Location: Anaheim, CA

PostPosted: Wed Jan 20, 2016 9:47 pm    Post subject:

Was watching some of the Ducks-Wild game tonight when it was a commercial in the Laker game. They said on the telecast that Ryan Getzlaf has not scored an even strength goal in his last 56 games. How is that even possible?
Back to top
View user's profile Send private message Reply with quote
rwongega
Franchise Player
Franchise Player


Joined: 20 Jul 2005
Posts: 20510
Location: UCLA -> NY

PostPosted: Wed Jan 20, 2016 11:45 pm    Post subject:

ChickenStu wrote:
Was watching some of the Ducks-Wild game tonight when it was a commercial in the Laker game. They said on the telecast that Ryan Getzlaf has not scored an even strength goal in his last 56 games. How is that even possible?


Tells you how bad he's been this year. He's not really a goal scorer so much as a playmaker. But even this year's been pretty low after a long drought.
_________________
http://media.giphy.com/media/zNyBPu5hEFpu/giphy.gif
http://bartsblackboard.com/files/2009/11/The-Simpsons-05x18-Burns-Heir.jpg

RIP Jonathan Tang
RIP Alex Gruenberg

Free KBCB
Back to top
View user's profile Send private message Reply with quote
rwongega
Franchise Player
Franchise Player


Joined: 20 Jul 2005
Posts: 20510
Location: UCLA -> NY

PostPosted: Sun Jan 24, 2016 10:25 pm    Post subject:

Kings need to corner the market on branded defibrillators. This game was nuts. LeCavalier looking like his Rocket Richard winning days. If Gabby and Brown get back up to speed, whoa.
_________________
http://media.giphy.com/media/zNyBPu5hEFpu/giphy.gif
http://bartsblackboard.com/files/2009/11/The-Simpsons-05x18-Burns-Heir.jpg

RIP Jonathan Tang
RIP Alex Gruenberg

Free KBCB
Back to top
View user's profile Send private message Reply with quote
Snipes
Star Player
Star Player


Joined: 28 Feb 2005
Posts: 6000

PostPosted: Sun Jan 24, 2016 11:10 pm    Post subject:

rwongega wrote:
Kings need to corner the market on branded defibrillators. This game was nuts. LeCavalier looking like his Rocket Richard winning days. If Gabby and Brown get back up to speed, whoa.


Really hope Gabby bounces back, we need him. Brown I have 0 faith. He is what he is. Also it's amazing how Vinny keeps scoring. When Vinny skates it looks like he has sand in his skates, but he can sure score.
Back to top
View user's profile Send private message Reply with quote
ChickenStu
Retired Number
Retired Number


Joined: 25 Apr 2015
Posts: 31789
Location: Anaheim, CA

PostPosted: Sun Jan 24, 2016 11:22 pm    Post subject:

That was exciting there at the end for sure!
Back to top
View user's profile Send private message Reply with quote
Brandon98
Franchise Player
Franchise Player


Joined: 29 Dec 2007
Posts: 20351
Location: Are you a bad enough dude to read my posts?

PostPosted: Mon Jan 25, 2016 12:07 am    Post subject:

6 games in 9 nights. Brutal. I'll take 3-3 and a 9 point lead in the division.

Time to take care of COL on Wednesday and get some rest during the all-star break.
Back to top
View user's profile Send private message Reply with quote
ChickenStu
Retired Number
Retired Number


Joined: 25 Apr 2015
Posts: 31789
Location: Anaheim, CA

PostPosted: Wed Jan 27, 2016 9:54 pm    Post subject:

I just hate games like this. We are totally dominating them and we're losing 4-3 because of some stupid penalties and mental mistakes. Really pisses me off.
Back to top
View user's profile Send private message Reply with quote
ChickenStu
Retired Number
Retired Number


Joined: 25 Apr 2015
Posts: 31789
Location: Anaheim, CA

PostPosted: Wed Jan 27, 2016 10:02 pm    Post subject:

On the positive side, Vinny Lecavalier looks outstanding. Totally looks reborn in a King uniform.
Back to top
View user's profile Send private message Reply with quote
lakersken80
Retired Number
Retired Number


Joined: 12 Aug 2009
Posts: 38751

PostPosted: Wed Jan 27, 2016 10:05 pm    Post subject:

http://espn.go.com/nhl/story/_/id/14661354/los-angeles-kings-tv-voice-bob-miller-heart-surgery-take-leave
Back to top
View user's profile Send private message Reply with quote
rwongega
Franchise Player
Franchise Player


Joined: 20 Jul 2005
Posts: 20510
Location: UCLA -> NY

PostPosted: Thu Jan 28, 2016 11:56 am    Post subject:

lakersken80 wrote:
http://espn.go.com/nhl/story/_/id/14661354/los-angeles-kings-tv-voice-bob-miller-heart-surgery-take-leave


aka like everyone else over 40 who watches Kings games.
_________________
http://media.giphy.com/media/zNyBPu5hEFpu/giphy.gif
http://bartsblackboard.com/files/2009/11/The-Simpsons-05x18-Burns-Heir.jpg

RIP Jonathan Tang
RIP Alex Gruenberg

Free KBCB
Back to top
View user's profile Send private message Reply with quote
DaMuleRules
Retired Number
Retired Number


Joined: 10 Dec 2006
Posts: 52624
Location: Making a safety stop at 15 feet.

PostPosted: Thu Jan 28, 2016 11:57 am    Post subject:

rwongega wrote:
lakersken80 wrote:
http://espn.go.com/nhl/story/_/id/14661354/los-angeles-kings-tv-voice-bob-miller-heart-surgery-take-leave


aka like everyone else over 40 who watches Kings games.


Uh huh
Back to top
View user's profile Send private message Reply with quote
DuncanIdaho
Franchise Player
Franchise Player


Joined: 26 Apr 2004
Posts: 17197
Location: In a no-ship

PostPosted: Thu Jan 28, 2016 2:33 pm    Post subject:

ChickenStu wrote:
I just hate games like this. We are totally dominating them and we're losing 4-3 because of some stupid penalties and mental mistakes. Really pisses me off.


I'm an Avs season ticket holder and what you just said is the story of our season. Most of our games are won by Varly standing on his head and hoping we make few enough mental mistakes to win. Our offense is really good, but our defense is terrible.

Reffing was pretty bad on both sites last night and I was honestly clenching my bunghole for the last few minutes of the game, especially when you pulled Quick. Kings are a scary good team.
Back to top
View user's profile Send private message Reply with quote
Brandon98
Franchise Player
Franchise Player


Joined: 29 Dec 2007
Posts: 20351
Location: Are you a bad enough dude to read my posts?

PostPosted: Fri Jan 29, 2016 12:08 am    Post subject:

DuncanIdaho wrote:
ChickenStu wrote:
I just hate games like this. We are totally dominating them and we're losing 4-3 because of some stupid penalties and mental mistakes. Really pisses me off.


I'm an Avs season ticket holder and what you just said is the story of our season. Most of our games are won by Varly standing on his head and hoping we make few enough mental mistakes to win. Our offense is really good, but our defense is terrible.

Reffing was pretty bad on both sites last night and I was honestly clenching my bunghole for the last few minutes of the game, especially when you pulled Quick. Kings are a scary good team.


Even Pickard was in pure god-mode last night. Couldn't believe he stopped that glorious one-time chance for Kopitar with 5 seconds left.
Back to top
View user's profile Send private message Reply with quote
LAkers 4 Life
Franchise Player
Franchise Player


Joined: 12 Apr 2001
Posts: 14629

PostPosted: Wed Feb 10, 2016 12:04 pm    Post subject:

Kings completely embarrass the Boston Bruins last night, and then place Ehrhoff on waivers today. Too bad Dustin Byfuglien already signed his extension. He would've been a perfect fit on the Kings as a top-4 defenseman, but not at that salary. Kings' penalty killing hasn't been that great this season. I'm hoping they can make some tweaks to shore it up.
Back to top
View user's profile Send private message Reply with quote
rwongega
Franchise Player
Franchise Player


Joined: 20 Jul 2005
Posts: 20510
Location: UCLA -> NY

PostPosted: Thu Feb 11, 2016 2:20 pm    Post subject:

LAkers 4 Life wrote:
Kings completely embarrass the Boston Bruins last night, and then place Ehrhoff on waivers today. Too bad Dustin Byfuglien already signed his extension. He would've been a perfect fit on the Kings as a top-4 defenseman, but not at that salary. Kings' penalty killing hasn't been that great this season. I'm hoping they can make some tweaks to shore it up.


Buff would've been the ultimate pickup but he likes Winnepeg and they need franchise players to sell tickets. Sad that Ehrhoff couldn't gel and get back into form after his injuries. Now a vet D-man is even more necessary.
_________________
http://media.giphy.com/media/zNyBPu5hEFpu/giphy.gif
http://bartsblackboard.com/files/2009/11/The-Simpsons-05x18-Burns-Heir.jpg

RIP Jonathan Tang
RIP Alex Gruenberg

Free KBCB
Back to top
View user's profile Send private message Reply with quote
rwongega
Franchise Player
Franchise Player


Joined: 20 Jul 2005
Posts: 20510
Location: UCLA -> NY

PostPosted: Sat Feb 13, 2016 8:17 pm    Post subject:

http://thehockeywriters.com/nhl-trade-deadline-predictions-40-potential-deals/

Quote:
To Los Angeles Kings = Fedor Tyutin

To Columbus Blue Jackets = Christian Ehrhoff and Kevin Gravel

ANALYSIS: Tyutin’s apparently on the block and a few teams are watching him, including the Red Wings. The Kings already traded for Luke Schenn and that has worked out well thus far, so another defence-first guy like Tyutin could be a welcomed addition in L.A. The Kings waived-then-demoted Ehrhoff, so he’s obviously available for next to nothing. Gravel got called up to take Ehrhoff’s place, but that promotion might also be a showcase for a trade. Gravel is kind of becoming this year’s Colin Miller, a late-blooming defender who is on the cusp of being NHL-ready. It seems unlikely the Kings would go into the playoffs with Gravel in the lineup, so expect another addition (or two) on the back end. The Blue Jackets may prefer a mid-round pick over Gravel in return.


I'd love for this to happen. Plus, we can't have a SC run without a CBJ trade.
_________________
http://media.giphy.com/media/zNyBPu5hEFpu/giphy.gif
http://bartsblackboard.com/files/2009/11/The-Simpsons-05x18-Burns-Heir.jpg

RIP Jonathan Tang
RIP Alex Gruenberg

Free KBCB
Back to top
View user's profile Send private message Reply with quote
LAkers 4 Life
Franchise Player
Franchise Player


Joined: 12 Apr 2001
Posts: 14629

PostPosted: Thu Feb 25, 2016 7:02 pm    Post subject:

Chicago trades for Andrew Ladd.
Back to top
View user's profile Send private message Reply with quote
rwongega
Franchise Player
Franchise Player


Joined: 20 Jul 2005
Posts: 20510
Location: UCLA -> NY

PostPosted: Sat Feb 27, 2016 12:09 pm    Post subject:

We just swapped Ehrhoff for Scuderi.

http://kings.nhl.com/club/news.htm?id=870786
_________________
http://media.giphy.com/media/zNyBPu5hEFpu/giphy.gif
http://bartsblackboard.com/files/2009/11/The-Simpsons-05x18-Burns-Heir.jpg

RIP Jonathan Tang
RIP Alex Gruenberg

Free KBCB
Back to top
View user's profile Send private message Reply with quote
DaMuleRules
Retired Number
Retired Number


Joined: 10 Dec 2006
Posts: 52624
Location: Making a safety stop at 15 feet.

PostPosted: Sat Feb 27, 2016 12:17 pm    Post subject:

rwongega wrote:
We just swapped Ehrhoff for Scuderi.

http://kings.nhl.com/club/news.htm?id=870786


Sweet! My Scuderi jersey is relevant again!
Back to top
View user's profile Send private message Reply with quote
MAJIC
Star Player
Star Player


Joined: 12 Apr 2005
Posts: 3320
Location: OC

PostPosted: Sat Feb 27, 2016 1:12 pm    Post subject:

Great move by Lombardi.

Scuderi's a disciplined tough as nails stay at home d-man that fits seamlessly right back into the mix.

He was an important spoke on the wheel to our first cup run several years ago!
_________________
16 and counting....
Back to top
View user's profile Send private message Reply with quote
DaMuleRules
Retired Number
Retired Number


Joined: 10 Dec 2006
Posts: 52624
Location: Making a safety stop at 15 feet.

PostPosted: Sat Feb 27, 2016 1:23 pm    Post subject:

MAJIC wrote:
Great move by Lombardi.

Scuderi's a disciplined tough as nails stay at home d-man that fits seamlessly right back into the mix.

He was an important spoke on the wheel to our first cup run several years ago!


Yep. Really pleased about this move.

Rob's also a really nice guy. My son played pee-wee hockey on the same team as his son a couple of years ago. Nice family.
Back to top
View user's profile Send private message Reply with quote
rwongega
Franchise Player
Franchise Player


Joined: 20 Jul 2005
Posts: 20510
Location: UCLA -> NY

PostPosted: Mon Feb 29, 2016 12:26 pm    Post subject:

We acquired Kris Versteeg from Carolina. Not a scorer like Ladd but a solid two way veteran with championship experience to hold the fort while Gaborik is on IR (again). Now we just need an ex-Blue Jacket/Flyer and a SC win is guaranteed!
_________________
http://media.giphy.com/media/zNyBPu5hEFpu/giphy.gif
http://bartsblackboard.com/files/2009/11/The-Simpsons-05x18-Burns-Heir.jpg

RIP Jonathan Tang
RIP Alex Gruenberg

Free KBCB
Back to top
View user's profile Send private message Reply with quote
Brandon98
Franchise Player
Franchise Player


Joined: 29 Dec 2007
Posts: 20351
Location: Are you a bad enough dude to read my posts?

PostPosted: Mon Feb 29, 2016 4:40 pm    Post subject:

rwongega wrote:
We acquired Kris Versteeg from Carolina. Not a scorer like Ladd but a solid two way veteran with championship experience to hold the fort while Gaborik is on IR (again). Now we just need an ex-Blue Jacket/Flyer and a SC win is guaranteed!


Happy to have Steeger on that 3rd line.

So when Gabs hopefully returns for the playoffs.

Lucic - Kopitar - Gaborik
Pearson - Carter - Toffoli
King - Lecavalier - Versteeg
Clifford - Shore - Lewis

Suddenly the Bottom 6 doesn't suck as much. Marty has done a nice job fitting into the role Voynov had, especially with Scuds next to him for some anchoring. Something still feels lacking though with the D, can't put my finger on it. 3rd pairing still being poor probably has a lot to do with it.

Muzzin - DD
Martinez - Scuds
McNabb - Schenn (No righthander back here either)
Back to top
View user's profile Send private message Reply with quote
rwongega
Franchise Player
Franchise Player


Joined: 20 Jul 2005
Posts: 20510
Location: UCLA -> NY

PostPosted: Mon Feb 29, 2016 6:35 pm    Post subject:

We also picked up Darryl's boy Brett from the Wild today.

Brandon98 wrote:
rwongega wrote:
We acquired Kris Versteeg from Carolina. Not a scorer like Ladd but a solid two way veteran with championship experience to hold the fort while Gaborik is on IR (again). Now we just need an ex-Blue Jacket/Flyer and a SC win is guaranteed!


Happy to have Steeger on that 3rd line.

So when Gabs hopefully returns for the playoffs.

Lucic - Kopitar - Gaborik
Pearson - Carter - Toffoli
King - Lecavalier - Versteeg
Clifford - Shore - Lewis

Suddenly the Bottom 6 doesn't suck as much. Marty has done a nice job fitting into the role Voynov had, especially with Scuds next to him for some anchoring. Something still feels lacking though with the D, can't put my finger on it. 3rd pairing still being poor probably has a lot to do with it.

Muzzin - DD
Martinez - Scuds
McNabb - Schenn (No righthander back here either)


We were in the rumor mill for righty but still has upside Dman Justin Schultz, who went to Pitts for a decent price, and Teddy Purcell in a combo deal from the Oilers. The D is not as solid as it was in the Mitchell/Voynov days but I could still see us going to battle with these 9.
_________________
http://media.giphy.com/media/zNyBPu5hEFpu/giphy.gif
http://bartsblackboard.com/files/2009/11/The-Simpsons-05x18-Burns-Heir.jpg

RIP Jonathan Tang
RIP Alex Gruenberg

Free KBCB
Back to top
View user's profile Send private message Reply with quote
Display posts from previous:   
Post new topic    LakersGround.net Forum Index -> Off Topic All times are GMT - 8 Hours
Goto page Previous  1, 2, 3 ... 6, 7, 8 ... 13, 14, 15  Next
Page 7 of 15
Jump to:  

 
You cannot post new topics in this forum
You cannot reply to topics in this forum
You cannot edit your posts in this forum
You cannot delete your posts in this forum
You cannot vote in polls in this forum






Graphics by uberzev
© 1995-2018 LakersGround.net. All Rights Reserved. Privacy Policy. Terms of Use.
LakersGround is an unofficial news source serving the fan community since 1995.
We are in no way associated with the Los Angeles Lakers or the National Basketball Association.


Powered by phpBB