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With some late additions, its time to update next season's roster and the expectations thereof...
Curtis Simonson, D. Well, one thing we know is he's from Grand Rapids (shocker!). A recent NAHL graduate, at 6'3" 205 and having scored 4 points in 51 games for the Minnesota Magicians, I think we can assume he's not bringing any offense. Project Curtis as a depth defensive d-man who, barring injuries, is unlikely to see much ice time this season.
Jack Sadek, D. Former Lakeville North blueliner, state H.S. tournament champ and 7th round NHL pick. Has size enough, 6'1" 185, to step into playing time, and as the best all around skater of the freshmen his skills will play well on the big ice sheet. Might be a long shot but I, for one, hope he wins a top 6 spot. Project Jack as a very good college player with Leddy-like potential.
Ryan Norman, F. Shattuck Prep standout which, due to their stacked roster, is no guarantee of greatness. However, the still growing 5'11" 185 forward is a welcome left handed shot who has been a consistent point-a-game scorer. A needed addition to a scoring challenged returning lineup. If he looks good in his limited playing time, I project Ryan as a 3rd or 4th liner, PK guy who could be this year's Bristedt.
...All in all, these three guys make the Gophers 2015-16 lineup much stronger and more dynamic. I especially like the addition of Sadek who, as I stated, is going to be very good, probably sooner than later. If Lucia gets it right, this team should be capable of another tournament appearance, at the least.
Curtis Simonson, D. Well, one thing we know is he's from Grand Rapids (shocker!). A recent NAHL graduate, at 6'3" 205 and having scored 4 points in 51 games for the Minnesota Magicians, I think we can assume he's not bringing any offense. Project Curtis as a depth defensive d-man who, barring injuries, is unlikely to see much ice time this season.
Jack Sadek, D. Former Lakeville North blueliner, state H.S. tournament champ and 7th round NHL pick. Has size enough, 6'1" 185, to step into playing time, and as the best all around skater of the freshmen his skills will play well on the big ice sheet. Might be a long shot but I, for one, hope he wins a top 6 spot. Project Jack as a very good college player with Leddy-like potential.
Ryan Norman, F. Shattuck Prep standout which, due to their stacked roster, is no guarantee of greatness. However, the still growing 5'11" 185 forward is a welcome left handed shot who has been a consistent point-a-game scorer. A needed addition to a scoring challenged returning lineup. If he looks good in his limited playing time, I project Ryan as a 3rd or 4th liner, PK guy who could be this year's Bristedt.
...All in all, these three guys make the Gophers 2015-16 lineup much stronger and more dynamic. I especially like the addition of Sadek who, as I stated, is going to be very good, probably sooner than later. If Lucia gets it right, this team should be capable of another tournament appearance, at the least.