Eastern Conference 2018-2019

[fishfan51]

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Originally Posted by Blacksox

Eastern conference opening week rosters (POST #1) has been updated to include some of the most recent trades, returns and departures – with still a few more to come.



BLACKSOX RANKINGS (As of Sept 20th, 2018):

Not a lot of separation amoung the top 3, but until proven otherwise the Ice Dogs are the top team by the slimmest of margins.



1. NIAGARA: IceDogs start the season with all hands on deck – and a lot of respect shown to them by the CHL ranking; OHL writers, players and fans. It will be tough to stay there without adding 2 or 3 players. So, first order of business? Brandon Saigeon?



2. OSHAWA: In comparison to the IceDogs, at this moment, Oshawa is a little younger, but they are well-balanced with skilled players at all positions.



3. OTTAWA: The 67s check in at #3, but that could change very quickly! A young team, but a legit contender for an eastern conference title if they decide to completely empty their wallet.



4. PETERBOROUGH: The Pete’s are my sleeper pick to be the early surprise team in the east. They have some very talented players, however, after that haul they got for Will Cuylle, they’ll probably be sellers at the trade deadline (Pete’s have 14 - 00/01).



5. HAMILTON: For now, they have some very high-end talent and will be very competitive, but once they trade Strome, Entwhistle and Saigeon the Bulldogs will saunter on down to the bottom half of the table. Tough to accomplish a rebuild with only one 2nd round pick over the next 8 years.



6. BARRIE: The Colts have a few desirable 99s, a depleted draft cupboard and a team not strong enough to win the east - so it’s obvious where this season is headed. Sellers!



7. SUDBURY: Finally, Sudbury is trending upwards – and once Hamilton, Barrie and Peterborough sell, the Wolves will begin to move up the standings. A tip of the hat to Quinton Byfield for respecting a team and the league. #takenotestranges #rootingforthewolves



8. NORTH BAY: An older OHL team (3 - OAs and 7 - 99s) but not as talented as some of the teams ahead of them yet. At some point in the season, Justin Brazeau will be the best OA available.



9. MISSISSAUGA: A dwindled talent pool and an empty draft cupboard means 2018-2019 is the start of a rebuild. Unfortunately, they don’t have many assets to accomplish that, especially if Ryan McLeod refuses a trade. Good news? The Paramount Fine Foods Centre is a nice arena for family and close friends to watch them play.



10. KINGSTON: They may not be the best team in the east, but they’ll be the most popular. Robertson and Paquette are going to be highly sought after – and their only contribution to Fronts this year? Add to the one 2nd round pick they have over the next 10 years!



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Great write up thanks for this !


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[three dog night]

Pete’s the dark horse

[Blacksox]

Eastern Conference Rosters UPDATED (POST #1)

A quick glance at the rosters:

The IceDogs are the oldest team in the east. Oshawa and Hamilton are next in line. The Generals will be buyers, while Hamilton will most likely try to recoup all the draft picks lost in last years’ successful selloff.

Ottawa’s roster is relatively young for a team poised to go all in. Of course, they have the advantage of a lot of drafts picks - and will need them – if in fact they decide to go ALL in this year (instead of waiting a year), which there is little doubt they will after their early success this season.

Of note, Peterborough has a similarly young talented roster but 2019-2020 might be the year they are targeting. Barrie, Mississauga, Sudbury could be thinking along the same lines, but you never know what each individual team decides is best for their organization!

Clearly, North Bay and Kingston’s rosters are a long way from the top – and their rebuild may take a few years! Trading Brazeau and Robertson will get those two teams steered in the right direction a lot faster.

MY POWER RANKING (Oct.30)
1. Ottawa
2. Niagara
3. Oshawa
4. Peterborough
5. Hamilton
6. Mississauga
7. Barrie
8. Sudbury
9. North Bay
10. Kingston

[dogs777]

Originally Posted by Blacksox

Eastern Conference Rosters UPDATED (POST #1)

A quick glance at the rosters:

The IceDogs are the oldest team in the east. Oshawa and Hamilton are next in line. The Generals will be buyers, while Hamilton will most likely try to recoup all the draft picks lost in last years’ successful selloff.

Ottawa’s roster is relatively young for a team poised to go all in. Of course, they have the advantage of a lot of drafts picks - and will need them – if in fact they decide to go ALL in this year (instead of waiting a year), which there is little doubt they will after their early success this season.

Of note, Peterborough has a similarly young talented roster but 2019-2020 might be the year they are targeting. Barrie, Mississauga, Sudbury could be thinking along the same lines, but you never know what each individual team decides is best for their organization!

Clearly, North Bay and Kingston’s rosters are a long way from the top – and their rebuild may take a few years! Trading Brazeau and Robertson will get those two teams steered in the right direction a lot faster.

MY POWER RANKING (Oct.30)
1. Ottawa
2. Niagara
3. Oshawa
4. Peterborough
5. Hamilton
6. Mississauga
7. Barrie
8. Sudbury
9. North Bay
10. Kingston

I agree with your top 3 in the power rankings don’t know if Peterborough is that high though I think they are 8th

[three dog night]

Pete’s pick up Max Grondin from Saginaw for two picks

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Originally Posted by three dog night

Pete’s pick up Max Grondin from Saginaw for two picks

Having taken a quick look at his stats, I believe that the Petes overpaid on this deal.

But, I just read a few minutes ago that Zack Gallant will once again be out for some time , so, Grondin fills a center position for the team.
Good size though. 6'5", 185 pounds.

[Blacksox]

POST #1 EASTERN CONFERENCE ROSTERS UPDATED

As of Nov. 20th, the IceDogs are a considerably older team than Ottawa.

NIAGARA ICE DOGS (7 NHL Drafted)
2 – 98s
12 - 99s
3 – 00s
2 – 01

OTTAWA 67s (5 NHL Drafted)
1 – 98s
5 - 99s
7 – 00s
4 - 01

[Blacksox]

Post #1 Eastern Conference Rosters are update "Post-Trade Freeze".

They will be updated again after the trade deadline.

[Blacksox]

POST #1 Eastern Conference Roster UPDATED - Post Trade Deadline.

Game are not won on paper, but at quick glance the IceDogs' roster does look stronger than the other teams in the East, when you factor in both age, playoff experience (IceDogs 314 games - 67s 214 games) and NHL talent.

4 strong team in the west (Guelph, London, Saginaw and SSM). However, no real reason for IceDogs fans to be overly pre-occupied with those four teams. Only one of them will be of any concern - and the IceDogs won't know which one for another 3 or 4 months.

At this point? Win the East!