Arthur Staple
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#Isles have signed David Quenneville to a three-year ELC.

I know nobody cares, but I'm excited to see what this kid can do in Bridgeport. Majorly undersized defenseman but he puts up a shitload of points from the back-end.

Arthur Staple
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@StapeAthletic
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#Isles have signed David Quenneville to a three-year ELC.

I know nobody cares, but I'm excited to see what this kid can do in Bridgeport. Majorly undersized defenseman but he puts up a shitload of points from the back-end.


- eichiefs9

Is he Joel's son?

Arthur Staple
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@StapeAthletic
14s14 seconds ago

#Isles have signed David Quenneville to a three-year ELC.

I know nobody cares, but I'm excited to see what this kid can do in Bridgeport. Majorly undersized defenseman but he puts up a shitload of points from the back-end.


- eichiefs9

I thought they were going to blow it and not sign this kid

Arthur Staple
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@StapeAthletic
14s14 seconds ago

#Isles have signed David Quenneville to a three-year ELC.

I know nobody cares, but I'm excited to see what this kid can do in Bridgeport. Majorly undersized defenseman but he puts up a shitload of points from the back-end.


- eichiefs9

Let's hope he is not another Aaron Ness. I'm more upset Garth is allowed to sign guys when he will be fired next week.,

Is he Joel's son?
- mdw7413

Cousin, actually. No, I'm not making that up.

I thought they were going to blow it and not sign this kid
- Upstate_isles

He was eligible to go back into the draft this year if he wasn't signed. I think there might have been some speculation that maybe he would try his luck in the draft again, considering the fact that there are a lot of good young defensemen in the Isles system.

I thought they were going to blow it and not sign this kid
- Upstate_isles

Think you guys are all over the Carlson sweeps. Not sure about a goalie though.

Cousin, actually. No, I'm not making that up.
- eichiefs9

How is that possible.

Think you guys are all over the Carlson sweeps. Not sure about a goalie though.
- mdw7413

No idea how the Isles fit Carlson and sign JT unless they can move Casey and Cal?

If we finish around the 10th overall spot, I'm big-time into Joe Veleno.



Veleno is an offensively smart, creative, center…explosive skater…quick feet, powerful stride and impressive agility…very athletic…has solid Hockey IQ, impressive vision and playmaking ability…finds seams quickly and is able to create offense for both himself and his linemates…can stickhandle the puck in a phone booth and dance around the offensive zone with strong puck skills…great in tight and able to come out of scrums and corners with the puck…a decent shot that’s accurate, but needs to improve on velocity…will always end up around the net for scoring opportunities and completes every shift…disruptive and effective in the offensive zone at the front of the net, routinely causing havoc for the goaltender…a highly aggressive player….gets in hard on the forecheck…not a physical guy but can land some extremely heavy hits and loves to use his size to his advantage…defensively he competes and supports the defenseman…very skilled, but plays a complete game and does all the little things well…a potential top-line two-way center at the NHL level. (July 2017)

There is so much to like about Joe Veleno. He's a hard-nosed workhorse that makes the players around him better. The fleet-footed center is unselfish and will primarily look to make a play at top speed; however, when the chance arises to put it in the pot himself, he will capitalize. He sees the ice well and is rarely caught out of position. His defensive game is refined and he actively pursues puck control. Transitioning to offence is natural, smooth, and quick. All-in-all, a well-rounded two-way forward that skates well and can be the catalyst a team needs to turn a game in its favor. If he can find the consistency in refusing to let himself get taken out of plays, especially if he doesn't start them, he will thrive and exceed expectations. (Curtis Joe, EP 2017)

Scouting Report

Multi-purpose center with quickness and a sharp hockey mind who finally will get his chance to lead Saint John after spending the last two years as a depth player. Veleno — the top pick in the 2015 QMJHL draft — was Canada’s critical piece in its recent under-18 Ivan Hlinka championship, where he was the team’s leading scorer and centered the top line. Although Veleno has an arsenal of weapons to beat you, he’s at his best when he is creating chances for his linemates via deadly accurate passes or plays off the rush. Speed is an important part of Venelo’s game, but he also slows the game down and is more than adept at carving up static defense schemes with quick cross-ice passes or slick maneuvers that present him with open lanes to the net. His positioning, quick stick and anticipation create turnovers, and he’s far less reactionary than most teenage pivots in that he understands the importance of incorporating all teammates during puck possession.

From a defensive standpoint, Veleno is an aggressive forechecker who finishes his checks, and his quick feet, agility and long reach make him an asset on the penalty kill. He consistently lends support below him own circles and will remain close to his defensemen to assist them in breakouts. He has a hard, accurate shot that doesn’t appear to give goalies to much trouble, but his soft hands and hand/eye coordination makes him more dangerous goal-scoring threat from below the hash marks. There are times he gets caught in the moment and tries to do too much, but this could be a byproduct of being a young kid who has played under a massive microscope since the CHL gave him “exceptional status” to play in the league as a 15-year-old. Nonetheless, Veleno is one of the top draft-eligible centers whose size, speed and smarts will land him in the NHL sooner than the majority of his peers.

200ft player that hustles his ass off and plays defense in a big way. Nice size, put up 79pts in 64 games in the Q. If he could be a 60pt player that can check other teams top lines...that'd be great.

How is that possible.
- mdw7413

Second cousin, actually. I have no idea and I don't care to look.

If we finish around the 10th overall spot, I'm big-time into Joe Veleno.



Veleno is an offensively smart, creative, center…explosive skater…quick feet, powerful stride and impressive agility…very athletic…has solid Hockey IQ, impressive vision and playmaking ability…finds seams quickly and is able to create offense for both himself and his linemates…can stickhandle the puck in a phone booth and dance around the offensive zone with strong puck skills…great in tight and able to come out of scrums and corners with the puck…a decent shot that’s accurate, but needs to improve on velocity…will always end up around the net for scoring opportunities and completes every shift…disruptive and effective in the offensive zone at the front of the net, routinely causing havoc for the goaltender…a highly aggressive player….gets in hard on the forecheck…not a physical guy but can land some extremely heavy hits and loves to use his size to his advantage…defensively he competes and supports the defenseman…very skilled, but plays a complete game and does all the little things well…a potential top-line two-way center at the NHL level. (July 2017)

There is so much to like about Joe Veleno. He's a hard-nosed workhorse that makes the players around him better. The fleet-footed center is unselfish and will primarily look to make a play at top speed; however, when the chance arises to put it in the pot himself, he will capitalize. He sees the ice well and is rarely caught out of position. His defensive game is refined and he actively pursues puck control. Transitioning to offence is natural, smooth, and quick. All-in-all, a well-rounded two-way forward that skates well and can be the catalyst a team needs to turn a game in its favor. If he can find the consistency in refusing to let himself get taken out of plays, especially if he doesn't start them, he will thrive and exceed expectations. (Curtis Joe, EP 2017)

Scouting Report

Multi-purpose center with quickness and a sharp hockey mind who finally will get his chance to lead Saint John after spending the last two years as a depth player. Veleno — the top pick in the 2015 QMJHL draft — was Canada’s critical piece in its recent under-18 Ivan Hlinka championship, where he was the team’s leading scorer and centered the top line. Although Veleno has an arsenal of weapons to beat you, he’s at his best when he is creating chances for his linemates via deadly accurate passes or plays off the rush. Speed is an important part of Venelo’s game, but he also slows the game down and is more than adept at carving up static defense schemes with quick cross-ice passes or slick maneuvers that present him with open lanes to the net. His positioning, quick stick and anticipation create turnovers, and he’s far less reactionary than most teenage pivots in that he understands the importance of incorporating all teammates during puck possession.

From a defensive standpoint, Veleno is an aggressive forechecker who finishes his checks, and his quick feet, agility and long reach make him an asset on the penalty kill. He consistently lends support below him own circles and will remain close to his defensemen to assist them in breakouts. He has a hard, accurate shot that doesn’t appear to give goalies to much trouble, but his soft hands and hand/eye coordination makes him more dangerous goal-scoring threat from below the hash marks. There are times he gets caught in the moment and tries to do too much, but this could be a byproduct of being a young kid who has played under a massive microscope since the CHL gave him “exceptional status” to play in the league as a 15-year-old. Nonetheless, Veleno is one of the top draft-eligible centers whose size, speed and smarts will land him in the NHL sooner than the majority of his peers.

200ft player that hustles his ass off and plays defense in a big way. Nice size, put up 79pts in 64 games in the Q. If he could be a 60pt player that can check other teams top lines...that'd be great.
- eichiefs9

Sold! Where do I sign?

He was eligible to go back into the draft this year if he wasn't signed. I think there might have been some speculation that maybe he would try his luck in the draft again, considering the fact that there are a lot of good young defensemen in the Isles system.
- eichiefs9

Yea gives them another chip to move at some point or maybe he develops well either way can never have to much talent

No idea how the Isles fit Carlson and sign JT unless they can move Casey and Cal?
- ses111

I think you can find someone for Casey, Cal would be a lot tougher, might have to send a pick along with him

Sold! Where do I sign?
- Isleshockeyman

I already signed it for you.

I think you can find someone for Casey, Cal would be a lot tougher, might have to send a pick along with him
- mdw7413

I do think Casey is easier to move. I'd hate to give up one of the 2nd's for someone to take Cal.

I think you can find someone for Casey, Cal would be a lot tougher, might have to send a pick along with him
- mdw7413

Both might need to be shipped with a pick. Personally I’d just keep Casey and focus on ditching Cluttersuck.

I do think Casey is easier to move. I'd hate to give up one of the 2nd's for someone to take Cal.
- ses111

This would be the year to do it, what with having two high 1sts and all.

This would be the year to do it, what with having two high 1sts and all.
- Wildschwein

Could be schwein. I also would not mind keeping Casey is need be. New blog up. Hopefully we get a new blog up next week about Garth being replaced.

How is that possible.
- mdw7413

David Quenneville was a seventh round pick in 2016 and playing for Medicine Hat (WHL).

He's the younger brother of #NJDevils John Quenneville and #CBJ prospect Peter Quenneville

Thanks you (frank)ing miser
- Cptmjl

Says the guy who won't pay 30 dollars for a subscription

Both might need to be shipped with a pick. Personally I’d just keep Casey and focus on ditching Cluttersuck.
- Wildschwein

I'd get rid of either. I'd prefer Clutterbuck, but he's definitely less desirable than Cizikas.

David Quenneville was a seventh round pick in 2016 and playing for Medicine Hat (WHL).

He's the younger brother of #NJDevils John Quenneville and #CBJ prospect Peter Quenneville
- Upstate_isles

God damned nepotism

Both might need to be shipped with a pick. Personally I’d just keep Casey and focus on ditching Cluttersuck.
- Wildschwein

I don't think Casey would I could see him being desirable to a team. Clutterbuck would be like the free sample of cheese that no one wants at the supermarket but you take it if they give you 10 dollars off your order

God damned nepotism
- mdw7413

That would be Garth Snow