Just waiting to sign Franson until the Phaneuf to Dallas/Anaheim/LA trade is confirmed.
- MaximusAurelius

Don't buy it. Why did franson suck so much after leaving to? He couldn't stay in the lineup for a playoff team and his production completely disappeared.
- burn

May prove the sad state of affairs in Toronto. If it wasn't for that start... this team would have bottomed out big time.

Don't buy it. Why did franson suck so much after leaving to? He couldn't stay in the lineup for a playoff team and his production completely disappeared.
- burn

He was injured.

Not sure what this has to do with anything.
- Woderwick

guy who gets bought out publicly slags a team mate

Dion would be a great fit for the Ducks IMO

In a game 7, they all matter.
- Pecafan Fan

I don't get your point. Good defensemen lose playoff games and have a minus in the games they lose...

guy who gets bought out publicly slags a team mate
- poohcrumbs

I see...

I don't get your point. Good defensemen lose playoff games and have a minus in the games they lose...
- aminnes

My point is using the argument that he led the team in ice time in game 7 isn't a good idea considering how they lost that game.

Don't buy it. Why did franson suck so much after leaving to? He couldn't stay in the lineup for a playoff team and his production completely disappeared.
- burn

Kind of a weird argument to make though, because it's not like Nashville won without him. He was kind of a wash, played a few minutes, wasn't really a factor either way...

Strome will be interesting. More risk involved in that pick, but the pay off could be big. ...or not.
- Woderwick

It's too hard to tell, the McDavid factor with Strome cannot be ignored. I am more than happy with Marner.

My point is using the argument that he led the team in ice time in game 7 isn't a good idea considering how they lost that game.
- Pecafan Fan

Thats a stupid argument because it implies that because he played the most minutes he's the most at fault for the loss, which is not indicative of what took place on the ice...

It's too hard to tell, the McDavid factor with Strome cannot be ignored. I am more than happy with Marner.
- steve362

Definitely...while Marner faced top line competition.

I see...
- Woderwick

I just dont really think of all people Colby Armstrong should be speaking about Kessel. Hes right but I just dont think hes the guy who should be saying anything. Whats next Tim Connolly?


with that being said lets not speak his name again

Well of course yes.
Franson is less of a defensive liability than Phaneuf is, and puts up better numbers.
That's what I see with my eyes.

The advanced stats numbers confirm it.

Hence my statement that Franson is better than Phaneuf.

Franson is also a 'better human being' than Phaneuf
- MaximusAurelius

If I recall my elementary learning correctly, .53 > .43...... and that would put your comment about Franson scoring more in the wrong.

If I recall my elementary learning correctly, .53 > .43...... and that would put your comment about Franson scoring more in the wrong.
- burn

If Dion stays, is he still the captain? Is it even an issue?

Thats a stupid argument because it implies that because he played the most minutes he's the most at fault for the loss, which is not indicative of what took place on the ice...
- aminnes

He was on the ice for 3 goals against....

I still can't believe we traded David Clarkson....

Someone's opinion who I value tweeted this, great news Leafers!!!

Scott Wheeler ‏@scottcwheeler 15h15 hours ago
Trio of Puljujarvi/Matthews/Chychrun trumps Ekblad/Reinhart/Draisaitl but not as strong as this year’s top end.
- steve362

Here's to hoping Scott is right

Kind of a weird argument to make though, because it's not like Nashville won without him. He was kind of a wash, played a few minutes, wasn't really a factor either way...
- aminnes

How is it a weird arguement to make? You just said he wasn't a factor either way..... Isn't that pretty damming for someone that is supposed to be a #1?

Here's to hoping Scott is right
- BKups

Chychrun - never seen him play but his scouting report looks amazing

How is it a weird arguement to make? You just said he wasn't a factor either way..... Isn't that pretty damming for someone that is supposed to be a #1?
- burn

Who's the what zit?... Franson can be a decent d man, no one believes he's a number 1, he has been but in certain situations because the club doesn't own any number 1s...

Here's to hoping Scott is right
- BKups

With this draft being winger heavy I think i'd prefer a stud D. You cannot pass on Matthews however.

If Dion stays, is he still the captain? Is it even an issue?
- Woderwick

I don't think you take it away from him. It hasn't gone well when others have done it (ie sjs)

From what Babcock has said, he think Dion is much better than the media and fans seem to think. Said he needs more help. Compared to the likes of the hawks with Keith. Keith has lots of help, if he has a bad game no one really notices because others there to pick him up, Dion doesn't have that.

JAKOB CHYCHRUN
BIRTHYEAR 1998-03-31 BIRTHPLACE Boca Raton, FL, USA
AGE 17 NATION Canada / USA
POSITION D SHOOTS L
HEIGHT 188 cm / 6'2" WEIGHT 88 kg / 194 lbs

2014-15 Sarnia Sting [A] OHL GP42 G16 A17 pts 33

An imposing 6'2'' defender who can impact the game in multiple ways. Remarkably agile and coordinated for a player of his size. Generates excellent propulsion from a wide, powerful stride aided by exceptional lateral agility. Smooth, soft passer, creates long stretch passes on the tape and will tailor his delivery speed. Calmly diffuses threats and finds safe, productive outlets. Thrives orchestrating the breakout and loves to attack. A physically imposing defender, he understands his strength advantage and plays to it. Stays in motion, possesses a wandering quality which often lends himself to chase the puck in the defensive zone. Overextends himself at times, is prone to the odd turnover when trying to do too much. Projects as a franchise level defender, one who has the ability to impact the game in all three zones.

Father: Jeff Chychrun
Uncle: Luke Richardson

Kids an animal

Who's the what zit?... Franson can be a decent d man, no one believes he's a number 1, he has been but in certain situations because the club doesn't own any number 1s...
- aminnes

It was argued in this thread recently.

Guys that "don't make a difference either way" dont deserve big money long term deals.