First of all, I want to apologize for the issues with the HHS comment section. It’s a little strange — sometimes comments disappear, but I’ve already reported it to the team so hopefully it gets sorted out soon.
As for your point about the Red Wings’ pipeline — you’re spot on. This is really the year where the Yzerplan has to deliver, otherwise I think his job could be on the line. We’re already nine years into it. Detroit has drafted well and their development pipeline looks strong, but roster construction has been a big problem. Moves like Chiarot, Holl, Copp, Compher, Petry… they’ve set the team back instead of pushing them forward. That’s a lesson Kyle Davidson has to keep in mind next summer. To his credit, he stayed quiet this past UFA period, which might be a sign he’s learning from last year.
Thanks again for your comment — always great to have that kind of perspective.
P.S. If you’re running a fantasy hockey league, I’d be interested in joining. Maybe we could even get one going under the Blackhawks forum or with HHS members.
Frenchy