The FOFC Hockey Draft - Draft Underway - Page 14

Honolulu_Blue · 03-17-2008, 10:56 AM

10.3 Larry Playfiar (Big Hitter) - Buffalo, Los Angeles

Larry Playfair was one of the toughest blue liners in recent history of the NHL. It didn't take long for this punishing hitter and great fighter to have his opponents avoiding him.

Larry led the Sabres in penalty minutes for six straight seasons (1979-85) and was the Sabre nobody wanted to mess with. He was the first Sabre to reach the 1000 penalty minute mark in a career as well as the first to break the 200 PIM plateau in one season, which he did twice. He also set a club record for most PIMs in one season, 258 in 81-82.

Larry will not be remembered for any offensive flare but rather for his punishing hits and heavy blows with his fists. He was a fierce competitor who earned every minute and shift in the NHL.

Travis · 03-17-2008, 11:06 AM

I fully expected a lot of Oilers to go in this draft, just not necessarily the one's that ended up getting picked. Really enjoyed watching the progression of picks and how the rules really end up impacting strategies. A lot more interesting conversation (imho) than if the team restrictions didn't exist, should make the final voting a lot of fun.

Honolulu_Blue · 03-17-2008, 11:15 AM

Looking back I question a number of my moves, particularly the early ones.

I believe I left all the following teams on the table:

New Jersey
Carolina
Ottawa
Washington
New York Islanders
Tampa Bay
San Jose
Calgary
Dallas
Nashville
Phoenix
Chicago
Columbus

Most are expansion teams, but not one player from the Blackhawks? Come on...

Lathum · 03-17-2008, 11:15 AM

10.4- Captain- Ron Greschner- Rangers

he was married to Carol Alt.

I got nothing

Honolulu_Blue · 03-17-2008, 11:18 AM

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Originally Posted by Lathum

10.4- Captain- Ron Greschner- Rangers

he was married to Carol Alt.

I got nothing

And then lost her to Alexei Freaking Yashin.

You're right. You aint got nothin'...

Fidatelo · 03-17-2008, 11:56 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Lathum

10.4- Captain- Ron Greschner- Rangers

he was married to Carol Alt.

I got nothing

This is the first player drafted that I have absolutely never even heard of. Time to head to wikipedia...

Maple Leafs · 03-17-2008, 11:57 AM

The more I think about it, the more I suspect that this is the first draft that somebody could come in at the very end and, using only players that hadn't been chosen, build a better team than anybody drafted.

The advantage of being able to slot everyone exactly without worrying about other teams picks would be enough to offset the smaller player pool.

Fidatelo · 03-17-2008, 11:59 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Fidatelo

This is the first player drafted that I have absolutely never even heard of. Time to head to wikipedia...

Wow, he played 16 years! I know I was only 13 when he retired, but you'd think I'd have at least had a hockey card or sticker of him. How the heck do I not remember this guy?

Dr. Sak · 03-17-2008, 12:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Maple Leafs

The more I think about it, the more I suspect that this is the first draft that somebody could come in at the very end and, using only players that hadn't been chosen, build a better team than anybody drafted.

The advantage of being able to slot everyone exactly without worrying about other teams picks would be enough to offset the smaller player pool.

That's what I plan on doing to win the draft against you fools!

TazFTW · 03-17-2008, 12:13 PM

10.5 Ed Belfour, Goalie (Chicago, San Jose, Dallas, Toronto, Florida)

Fidatelo · 03-17-2008, 12:14 PM

Wow! A guy that played for 5 teams, including 2 Original Six, in the last round! I'm voting for Taz just for that pick.

TazFTW · 03-17-2008, 12:15 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Fidatelo

Wow! A guy that played for 5 teams, including 2 Original Six, in the last round! I'm voting for Taz just for that pick.

w00t!

Maple Leafs · 03-17-2008, 12:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bsak16

That's what I plan on doing to win the draft against you fools!

Sweet! You rule bsak!

(Raises hands)

Gimme nine and a half!

Dr. Sak · 03-17-2008, 12:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Maple Leafs

Sweet! You rule bsak!

(Raises hands)

Gimme nine and a half!

I have all my fingers. I was cutting some rope with scissors and they slipped and sliced my left hand on the index finger knuckle...the one where you make a fist. I didnt notice at first but when I saw a red hand in blood i knew something was up. I also knew when I could actually see the bone I was even in more trouble. But I credit my immense knowledge of medicine from watching ER and Grey Anatomy from me going to the actual ER to get stitches.

Suburban Rhythm · 03-17-2008, 12:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bsak16

I have all my fingers. I was cutting some rope with scissors and they slipped and sliced my left hand on the index finger knuckle...the one where you make a fist. I didnt notice at first but when I saw a red hand in blood i knew something was up. I also knew when I could actually see the bone I was even in more trouble. But I credit my immense knowledge of medicine from watching ER and Grey Anatomy from me going to the actual ER to get stitches.

Don't buy this...he punched a wall about 7 minutes into the Pens-Flyers game yesterday.

MikeVic · 03-17-2008, 12:38 PM

Ouch. Flyers got messed up.

Dr. Sak · 03-17-2008, 12:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Suburban Rhythm

Don't buy this...he punched a wall about 7 minutes into the Pens-Flyers game yesterday.

I was actually pulling for the pens to put up 10.

Dr. Sak · 03-17-2008, 12:45 PM

Chief Rum selects...

10.6 Terry Crisp (Head Coach)

Suburban Rhythm · 03-17-2008, 12:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bsak16

I was actually pulling for the pens to put up 10.

Unlike that 8-2 pounding the Flyers put on Pittsburgh in December, Therrien showed Stevens how to play with some class

Actually, I am a little shocked the Flyers didn't start running around a little more-- Laraque served game one of his 3 game suspension yesterday.

Suburban Rhythm · 03-17-2008, 12:49 PM

10.7 Barry Melrose - LA - coach

Yeah, he only coached 3 seasons, and sure his one Finals appearance was on the coattails of Gretzky. But, there is nothing more hockey than mullets, and Melrose sports, hands down, the best mullet of any coach, of any sport, in the history of organized sports. That alone should put this pick over the top.

Dr. Sak · 03-17-2008, 12:51 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Suburban Rhythm

Unlike that 8-2 pounding the Flyers put on Pittsburgh in December, Therrien showed Stevens how to play with some class

I didn't see MAF get slide tackled yesterday did you?

Suburban Rhythm · 03-17-2008, 12:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bsak16

I didn't see MAF get slide tackled yesterday did you?

I chalk that up to either-

1) Most hockey experts agree Fleury's best attribute are his quick relfexes.

2) Cote can't skate that far.

vtbub · 03-17-2008, 01:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bsak16

I have all my fingers. I was cutting some rope with scissors and they slipped and sliced my left hand on the index finger knuckle...the one where you make a fist. I didnt notice at first but when I saw a red hand in blood i knew something was up. I also knew when I could actually see the bone I was even in more trouble. But I credit my immense knowledge of medicine from watching ER and Grey Anatomy from me going to the actual ER to get stitches.

Were you hoping that Ms. Addie would stich you up?

(Not your dog, either.)

TazFTW · 03-17-2008, 02:52 PM

So I was looking over some of the complete teams and noticed this.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Logan

6.2 - Jay Bouwmeester (Lockdown Defenseman) - Florida

Best young defenseman in the NHL today, with Hall of Fame potential.

Quote:

Originally Posted by bsak16

Logan Selects...

8.2 Peter Worrell (Enforcer) - Florida, Colorado

The #1 rated goon "statistically" by hockeygoon.com

Logan doubled up on Florida.

Maple Leafs · 03-17-2008, 02:56 PM

Screw it, I can't think of anyone good.

10.8 Adam Foote, hitter. (COL, CBJ)

I managed to save about 15 teams for next time.

Oilers9911 · 03-17-2008, 02:57 PM

That's ok, with Bouwmeester as his lockdown defenseman we're not too worried.

Logan · 03-17-2008, 02:57 PM

Good lord I suck.

Logan · 03-17-2008, 03:03 PM

If I'm not officially DQ'd yet, swap Worrell out and put Scott Parker in at enforcer (Colorado - available without Worrell, San Jose).

Honolulu_Blue · 03-17-2008, 03:03 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Maple Leafs

Screw it, I can't think of anyone good.

10.8 Adam Foote, hitter. (COL, CBJ)

I managed to save about 15 teams for next time.

You've been struggling over this one for a long, long time...

Other than a few obvious choices, it's a really hard category to fill.

Fidatelo · 03-17-2008, 03:13 PM

I think Adam Foote is a really good choice for big hitter. He doesn't provide the highlight reel hits like Stevens, but he is just a big, punishing bastard of a defenceman. Especially if you consider cross-checks in the crease to be hits, then he really moves up the list.

Oilers9911 · 03-17-2008, 09:14 PM

10.9 - Craig Hartsburg - Leader/Captain - Minnesota North Stars
The best I could come up with. Yikes.

Fidatelo · 03-17-2008, 09:46 PM

10.10 - Richard Smehlik (Buf, Atl, NJ) - Lockdown Defenseman

Won a Stanley Cup, an Olympic Gold Medal (and a Bronze), and finished his career with a +/- of +62. Do you feel inspired?

vtbub · 03-17-2008, 11:07 PM

You'll get mine in the morning.

vtbub · 03-18-2008, 07:37 AM

10.11 Shane Doan (Big Hitter)- WPG, PHX

Dr. Sak · 03-18-2008, 07:48 AM

With the final pick of the draft...Johnny93g selects..

10.12 Colin White, NJ- Heavy hitter

Dr. Sak · 03-18-2008, 07:49 AM

Thanks to everyone who participated in the draft, I hope it was an enjoyable one. I will have the team lists together soon and hopefully start the voting thread by tomorrow.

vtbub · 03-18-2008, 08:17 AM

This was fun, thanks Brian.

Good luck everyone.

Honolulu_Blue · 03-18-2008, 08:26 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Fidatelo

10.10 - Richard Smehlik (Buf, Atl, NJ) - Lockdown Defenseman

Do you feel inspired?

No. Not particularly.

Honolulu_Blue · 03-18-2008, 08:28 AM

Great job, Brian. Thanks for organizing. It was a lot of fun.

Patrick Roy wanted me to tell everyone that his team is the best and the rest of you suck. Bobby Clarke would like to take this opportunity to slash your ankles. And Chris Pronger asks that you kindly step aside before he is forced to stomp you. After which he will, of course, apologize.

Fidatelo · 03-18-2008, 08:29 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Honolulu_Blue

No. Not particularly.

Ya, me neither

Maple Leafs · 03-18-2008, 08:34 AM

Things really went to hell in that final round.

Fidatelo · 03-18-2008, 08:38 AM

Richard Smehlik is the equivalent of me stabbing a guy with a trident. I need to go find a safehouse.

vtbub · 03-18-2008, 08:41 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Maple Leafs

Things really went to hell after my first pick.

Don't be so hard on yourself.

Lathum · 03-18-2008, 08:59 AM

thanks Bsak

Maple Leafs · 03-18-2008, 09:06 AM

Really surprised to see that nobody picked Joe Thornton, even though he would have fit well in a few categories and only played for two teams.

MikeVic · 03-18-2008, 09:09 AM

Did no one pick Teemu??

Honolulu_Blue · 03-18-2008, 09:11 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MikeVic

Did no one pick Teemu??

I tried, but his one year in Colorado really screwed things up for me.

Honolulu_Blue · 03-18-2008, 09:11 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Maple Leafs

Really surprised to see that nobody picked Joe Thornton, even though he would have fit well in a few categories and only played for two teams.

I think a lot of people burned Boston early.

Lathum · 03-18-2008, 09:26 AM

there are alot of guys who only played 1 year for a certain franchise.

I think the oly rule change I would have made was maybe you could pick a guy if he only played one year for a certain team.

03-17-2008, 10:20 AM	#651
Pumpy Tudors Bounty Hunter Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Pittsburgh, PA	lol __________________ No, I am not Batman, and I will not repair your food processor.

03-17-2008, 10:56 AM	#652
Honolulu_Blue Hockey Boy Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Royal Oak, MI	10.3 Larry Playfiar (Big Hitter) - Buffalo, Los Angeles Larry Playfair was one of the toughest blue liners in recent history of the NHL. It didn't take long for this punishing hitter and great fighter to have his opponents avoiding him. Larry led the Sabres in penalty minutes for six straight seasons (1979-85) and was the Sabre nobody wanted to mess with. He was the first Sabre to reach the 1000 penalty minute mark in a career as well as the first to break the 200 PIM plateau in one season, which he did twice. He also set a club record for most PIMs in one season, 258 in 81-82. Larry will not be remembered for any offensive flare but rather for his punishing hits and heavy blows with his fists. He was a fierce competitor who earned every minute and shift in the NHL. __________________ *Steve Yzerman*: 1,755 points in 1,514 regular season games. 185 points in 196 postseason games. A First-Team All-Star, Conn Smythe Trophy winner, Selke Trophy winner, Masterton Trophy winner, member of the Hockey Hall of Fame, Olympic gold medallist, and a three-time Stanley Cup Champion. Longest serving captain of one team in the history of the NHL (19 seasons).

03-17-2008, 11:06 AM	#653
Travis Pro Rookie Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Canada eh	I fully expected a lot of Oilers to go in this draft, just not necessarily the one's that ended up getting picked. Really enjoyed watching the progression of picks and how the rules really end up impacting strategies. A lot more interesting conversation (imho) than if the team restrictions didn't exist, should make the final voting a lot of fun. __________________ "I don't want to play golf. When I hit a ball, I want someone else to go chase it." - Rogers Hornsby

03-17-2008, 11:15 AM	#654
Honolulu_Blue Hockey Boy Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Royal Oak, MI	Looking back I question a number of my moves, particularly the early ones. I believe I left all the following teams on the table: New Jersey Carolina Ottawa Washington New York Islanders Tampa Bay San Jose Calgary Dallas Nashville Phoenix Chicago Columbus Most are expansion teams, but not one player from the Blackhawks? Come on... __________________ *Steve Yzerman*: 1,755 points in 1,514 regular season games. 185 points in 196 postseason games. A First-Team All-Star, Conn Smythe Trophy winner, Selke Trophy winner, Masterton Trophy winner, member of the Hockey Hall of Fame, Olympic gold medallist, and a three-time Stanley Cup Champion. Longest serving captain of one team in the history of the NHL (19 seasons).

03-17-2008, 11:57 AM	#658
Maple Leafs Coordinator Join Date: Jan 2002	The more I think about it, the more I suspect that this is the first draft that somebody could come in at the very end and, using only players that hadn't been chosen, build a better team than anybody drafted. The advantage of being able to slot everyone exactly without worrying about other teams picks would be enough to offset the smaller player pool. __________________ Down Goes Brown: Toronto Maple Leafs Humor and Analysis

03-17-2008, 11:15 AM	#655
Lathum Favored Bitch #1 Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: homeless in NJ	10.4- Captain- Ron Greschner- Rangers he was married to Carol Alt. I got nothing

03-17-2008, 12:13 PM	#661
TazFTW Pro Rookie Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Honolulu, HI	10.5 Ed Belfour, Goalie (Chicago, San Jose, Dallas, Toronto, Florida) __________________ "Teams don't want to make the trip anymore," says Hawaii coach June Jones. "They come here, we kick their ass, they go home." Fire Ron Lee.

03-17-2008, 12:14 PM	#662
Fidatelo Pro Starter Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Winnipeg, MB	Wow! A guy that played for 5 teams, including 2 Original Six, in the last round! I'm voting for Taz just for that pick. __________________ "Breakfast? Breakfast schmekfast, look at the score for God's sake. It's only the second period and I'm winning 12-2. Breakfasts come and go, Rene, but Hartford, the Whale, they only beat Vancouver maybe once or twice in a lifetime."

03-17-2008, 12:38 PM	#667
MikeVic Head Coach Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Hometown of Canada	Ouch. Flyers got messed up.

03-17-2008, 12:45 PM	#669
Dr. Sak Grizzled Veteran Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Stuck in Yinzerville, PA	Chief Rum selects... 10.6 Terry Crisp (Head Coach)

03-17-2008, 12:49 PM	#671
Suburban Rhythm Pro Starter Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Pittsburgh	10.7 Barry Melrose - LA - coach Yeah, he only coached 3 seasons, and sure his one Finals appearance was on the coattails of Gretzky. But, there is nothing more hockey than mullets, and Melrose sports, hands down, the best mullet of any coach, of any sport, in the history of organized sports. That alone should put this pick over the top. __________________ "Do you guys play fast tempos with odd time signatures?" "Yeah" "Cool!!"

03-17-2008, 02:56 PM	#676
Maple Leafs Coordinator Join Date: Jan 2002	Screw it, I can't think of anyone good. 10.8 Adam Foote, hitter. (COL, CBJ) I managed to save about 15 teams for next time. __________________ Down Goes Brown: Toronto Maple Leafs Humor and Analysis Last edited by Maple Leafs : 03-17-2008 at 02:56 PM.

03-17-2008, 02:57 PM	#677
Oilers9911 College Benchwarmer Join Date: Jan 2006	That's ok, with Bouwmeester as his lockdown defenseman we're not too worried. Last edited by Oilers9911 : 03-17-2008 at 02:57 PM.

03-17-2008, 02:57 PM	#678
Logan Head Coach Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: NYC	Good lord I suck.

03-17-2008, 03:03 PM	#679
Logan Head Coach Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: NYC	If I'm not officially DQ'd yet, swap Worrell out and put Scott Parker in at enforcer (Colorado - available without Worrell, San Jose).

03-17-2008, 03:13 PM	#681
Fidatelo Pro Starter Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Winnipeg, MB	I think Adam Foote is a really good choice for big hitter. He doesn't provide the highlight reel hits like Stevens, but he is just a big, punishing bastard of a defenceman. Especially if you consider cross-checks in the crease to be hits, then he really moves up the list. __________________ "Breakfast? Breakfast schmekfast, look at the score for God's sake. It's only the second period and I'm winning 12-2. Breakfasts come and go, Rene, but Hartford, the Whale, they only beat Vancouver maybe once or twice in a lifetime."

03-17-2008, 09:14 PM	#682
Oilers9911 College Benchwarmer Join Date: Jan 2006	10.9 - Craig Hartsburg - Leader/Captain - Minnesota North Stars The best I could come up with. Yikes. Last edited by Oilers9911 : 03-17-2008 at 09:14 PM.

03-17-2008, 09:46 PM	#683
Fidatelo Pro Starter Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Winnipeg, MB	10.10 - Richard Smehlik (Buf, Atl, NJ) - Lockdown Defenseman Won a Stanley Cup, an Olympic Gold Medal (and a Bronze), and finished his career with a +/- of +62. Do you feel inspired? __________________ "Breakfast? Breakfast schmekfast, look at the score for God's sake. It's only the second period and I'm winning 12-2. Breakfasts come and go, Rene, but Hartford, the Whale, they only beat Vancouver maybe once or twice in a lifetime."

03-17-2008, 11:07 PM	#684
vtbub College Starter Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Burlington, VT USA	You'll get mine in the morning. __________________

03-18-2008, 07:37 AM	#685
vtbub College Starter Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Burlington, VT USA	10.11 Shane Doan (Big Hitter)- WPG, PHX __________________

03-18-2008, 07:48 AM	#686
Dr. Sak Grizzled Veteran Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Stuck in Yinzerville, PA	With the final pick of the draft...Johnny93g selects.. 10.12 Colin White, NJ- Heavy hitter

03-18-2008, 07:49 AM	#687
Dr. Sak Grizzled Veteran Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Stuck in Yinzerville, PA	Thanks to everyone who participated in the draft, I hope it was an enjoyable one. I will have the team lists together soon and hopefully start the voting thread by tomorrow.

03-18-2008, 08:17 AM	#688
vtbub College Starter Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Burlington, VT USA	This was fun, thanks Brian. Good luck everyone. __________________

03-18-2008, 08:28 AM	#690
Honolulu_Blue Hockey Boy Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Royal Oak, MI	Great job, Brian. Thanks for organizing. It was a lot of fun. Patrick Roy wanted me to tell everyone that his team is the best and the rest of you suck. Bobby Clarke would like to take this opportunity to slash your ankles. And Chris Pronger asks that you kindly step aside before he is forced to stomp you. After which he will, of course, apologize. __________________ *Steve Yzerman*: 1,755 points in 1,514 regular season games. 185 points in 196 postseason games. A First-Team All-Star, Conn Smythe Trophy winner, Selke Trophy winner, Masterton Trophy winner, member of the Hockey Hall of Fame, Olympic gold medallist, and a three-time Stanley Cup Champion. Longest serving captain of one team in the history of the NHL (19 seasons).

03-18-2008, 08:34 AM	#692
Maple Leafs Coordinator Join Date: Jan 2002	Things really went to hell in that final round. __________________ Down Goes Brown: Toronto Maple Leafs Humor and Analysis

03-18-2008, 08:38 AM	#693
Fidatelo Pro Starter Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Winnipeg, MB	Richard Smehlik is the equivalent of me stabbing a guy with a trident. I need to go find a safehouse. __________________ "Breakfast? Breakfast schmekfast, look at the score for God's sake. It's only the second period and I'm winning 12-2. Breakfasts come and go, Rene, but Hartford, the Whale, they only beat Vancouver maybe once or twice in a lifetime."

03-18-2008, 08:59 AM	#695
Lathum Favored Bitch #1 Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: homeless in NJ	thanks Bsak

03-18-2008, 09:06 AM	#696
Maple Leafs Coordinator Join Date: Jan 2002	Really surprised to see that nobody picked Joe Thornton, even though he would have fit well in a few categories and only played for two teams. __________________ Down Goes Brown: Toronto Maple Leafs Humor and Analysis

03-18-2008, 09:09 AM	#697
MikeVic Head Coach Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Hometown of Canada	Did no one pick Teemu??

03-18-2008, 09:26 AM	#700
Lathum Favored Bitch #1 Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: homeless in NJ	there are alot of guys who only played 1 year for a certain franchise. I think the oly rule change I would have made was maybe you could pick a guy if he only played one year for a certain team.

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