LJ Mooney is John Mooney on the line up?
His birth name is John. His dad's name is also John and I believe LJ stands for Little John.
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I wonder if as he is getting older he might be starting to no longer want go by LJ (Little John) and maybe that is the reason for John being listed on the lineup sheet.
LJ Mooney is John Mooney on the line up?
His birth name is John. His dad's name is also John and I believe LJ stands for Little John.
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It’s been back and forth all fall but it looks like Moe will stay in Madison (USHL) this season. He is not on Eden Prairie’s roster.
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https://twitter.com/TheHockeyNews/status/1869022856983859463
29. L.J. Mooney, RW, U.S. NTDP (USHL), 5-foot-6, 146 pounds
Although he was rushed back from an injury after missing almost two months, Mooney still deserves a mention in the top 32. His recent game action has shown some fairly uninspired perimeter playmaking, which isn’t what we’ve come to know Mooney for. Mooney’s size will be a question for every team in the NHL, but the dog-on-a-bone, attack-the-inside mindset he played with alleviated those concerns in many ways. Mooney excelled at being crafty on the cycle and as a net-driving presence earlier this season and last year, even at the U-18s, where he was the only U-17 player on the U.S. squad. If he can get back to his game, Mooney will be one of the more interesting draft eligibles this season.
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https://twitter.com/TheHockeyNews/status/1869022856983859463
29. L.J. Mooney, RW, U.S. NTDP (USHL), 5-foot-6, 146 pounds
Although he was rushed back from an injury after missing almost two months, Mooney still deserves a mention in the top 32. His recent game action has shown some fairly uninspired perimeter playmaking, which isn’t what we’ve come to know Mooney for. Mooney’s size will be a question for every team in the NHL, but the dog-on-a-bone, attack-the-inside mindset he played with alleviated those concerns in many ways. Mooney excelled at being crafty on the cycle and as a net-driving presence earlier this season and last year, even at the U-18s, where he was the only U-17 player on the U.S. squad. If he can get back to his game, Mooney will be one of the more interesting draft eligibles this season.
perfectly fine if he doesn’t go in the first and wants to give us 4 years at the U. Game description sounds like the exact kind of guy you want around as long as he’ll give you
A pretty good weekend for Moore.
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Townsend continues to pace Waterloo in points. Isn’t quite at a point per game pace but he leads the team in points per game. Waterloo doesn’t score much.
Noticed Grimes took gopher hockey commit out of his instagram bio. Might not mean anything but wouldn’t surprise me if a non Minnesotan jumps ship if they want him to play another year of juniors.
Noticed Grimes took gopher hockey commit out of his instagram bio. Might not mean anything but wouldn’t surprise me if a non Minnesotan jumps ship if they want him to play another year of juniors.
He still has his commitment and NLI signing posts on there, if he took those down then I’d think there might be a chance he decommitted.
Do the Gophers still have just one recruit on the season?
Do the Gophers still have just one recruit on the season?
Moe has been the only recruit in this cycle, yes.
Noticed Grimes took gopher hockey commit out of his instagram bio. Might not mean anything but wouldn’t surprise me if a non Minnesotan jumps ship if they want him to play another year of juniors.
As someone else already mentioned, still has his commitment and NLI post up. I think it’s pretty much 100% he goes back to juniors next season.
Central Scouting released Midseason rankings: https://media.nhl.com/public/news/18557
Phillips - 49
Rombach - 51
Moe - 54
Kvasnicka - 129
Mooney - 208
Would imagine the injury plays a big role in Mooney's ranking, though he is unlikely to be the top prospect he was thought to be upon committing. Not a big deal for the program...his size concerns are far more an issue with regards to NHL prospects.
Central Scouting released Midseason rankings: https://media.nhl.com/public/news/18557
Phillips - 49
Rombach - 51
Moe - 54
Kvasnicka - 129
Mooney - 208
Would imagine the injury plays a big role in Mooney's ranking, though he is unlikely to be the top prospect he was thought to be upon committing. Not a big deal for the program...his size concerns are far more an issue with regards to NHL prospects.
yep and would imagine this will mean he's a 3-4 year guy unless he really flourishes, which is a nice problem to have as would expect he's a productive college player.
I haven't heard much about mooney after the brutal hit against Notre Dame. Did he miss anytime due to that hit?
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I haven't heard much about mooney after the brutal hit against Notre Dame. Did he miss anytime due to that hit?
think it was like 4-6 weeks iirc
Friendly reminder that tomorrow night is the All-American Prospects game. It will be shown on NHL Network at 6pm.
Future Gophers in this game--
Maceo Phillips
Lj Mooney
Mason Moe
Jacob Rombach
Jacob Kvasnicka
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Moe and Mooney on a line. Mooney very noticeable so far. Phillips has already lit someone up no surprise there.
Moe and Mooney on a line. Mooney very noticeable so far. Phillips has already lit someone up no surprise there.
It seemed Phillips was very undisciplined when he joined the program. While not there yet, it seems he picks his spots more wisely now when it comes to physical play. This is just from what I have aggregated from various sources; I have very few viewings.
Phillips gets tossed after a "fight" in the game. He was not happy about something.
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Kvasnicka is a fun little scrappy player. You can tell he understands the game well. Has some Ziemer in him. That being said, he should play a year in the USHL next year. It would help him a lot, plus he needs to fill out some more.
Phillips gets tossed after a "fight" in the game. He was not happy about something.
Honestly, that’s what the NHL scouts in the building probably wanted to see from him so I don’t blame him.
I know it doesn't mean much, but interesting what someone thinks about next years class.
https://twitter.com/CollegePuckNXT/status/1880259290734502246?t=Md4yQlHI2A7Cb_VRj-kLcA&s=19
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For what it's worth, the guy who runs the College Puck NXT account is a Gopher fan.
So then we know he is a person of sound judgment. 😀
In its current state, I would not expect this class to be one of the nation's elite. It has the look of more three or four year players who complement the core, though I would not rule out Mooney still being a high-end player; the knee injury could have really put this season in a blender.
I think the key over the next few years is seeing guys like Ziemer, Pahlsson, Grubs, etc. step in as top players and college veterans. A void will be there starting next year given the firepower set to leave.
This offseason could be very interesting especially in regards to Moore, Wood and Rinzel. I am of the opinion that if one of Moore/Rinzel returns then both will and I feel like Moore is coming back (ergo Rinzel returns).
We have guys like Faber, Knies and Snuggerud to thank for laying the foundation of a culture where guys stay the extra year til they’re ready. Wood is the weird one cause in no way is he close to NHL ready yet I believe he’s the most likely to sign. Just a gut feeling.
This offseason could be very interesting especially in regards to Moore, Wood and Rinzel. I am of the opinion that if one of Moore/Rinzel returns then both will and I feel like Moore is coming back (ergo Rinzel returns).
We have guys like Faber, Knies and Snuggerud to thank for laying the foundation of a culture where guys stay the extra year til they’re ready. Wood is the weird one cause in no way is he close to NHL ready yet I believe he’s the most likely to sign. Just a gut feeling.
with how it currently looks, wouldn’t be surprised to see all 3 back. Wood isn’t fast enough or dominant enough physically to slot into the nhl right now, but maybe he wants to get into his contract and play ahl. Moore isn’t big enough yet. Rinzel has gotten better but I can’t see Chicago wanting him yet and burning a year on a 20 year who’s developed super well this last year
think it’s more if they push to sign rather than them being sought as of now.
I just feel that Moore is wired like Faber. I think he bleeds maroon and gold and of the 3, I would see him coming back next year.
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Chicago will offer Rinzel everything he wants. The only way he doesn't sign is because he doesn't want to play for Chicago. Moore should probably come back, but Chicago is so bad that he could probably play NHL games for them. Wood is tough to gauge. He's not NHL ready now, but I don't see another year in NCAA doing anything to improve that.This offseason could be very interesting especially in regards to Moore, Wood and Rinzel. I am of the opinion that if one of Moore/Rinzel returns then both will and I feel like Moore is coming back (ergo Rinzel returns).
We have guys like Faber, Knies and Snuggerud to thank for laying the foundation of a culture where guys stay the extra year til they’re ready. Wood is the weird one cause in no way is he close to NHL ready yet I believe he’s the most likely to sign. Just a gut feeling.
with how it currently looks, wouldn’t be surprised to see all 3 back. Wood isn’t fast enough or dominant enough physically to slot into the nhl right now, but maybe he wants to get into his contract and play ahl. Moore isn’t big enough yet. Rinzel has gotten better but I can’t see Chicago wanting him yet and burning a year on a 20 year who’s developed super well this last year
think it’s more if they push to sign rather than them being sought as of now.
Oliver has 5 goals in 24 games at the NCAA level. I doubt he turns pro, unless he wants to play in the AHL.
Wood is a wild card, but he certainly isn’t touching an NHL roster yet either. Depends on how he is enjoying his time at the U.
Rinzel, my guess is 50/50. Elite college player, but Levshunov hasn’t cracked the lineup yet in Chicago. A big, powerful, offensive right handed defenseman. Basically Sam Rinzel but a #2 pick in the draft. I hope he has people telling him some hard truths.
I have optimism they are all back if the season doesn’t end with a win.
Chicago will offer Rinzel everything he wants. The only way he doesn't sign is because he doesn't want to play for Chicago.This offseason could be very interesting especially in regards to Moore, Wood and Rinzel. I am of the opinion that if one of Moore/Rinzel returns then both will and I feel like Moore is coming back (ergo Rinzel returns).
We have guys like Faber, Knies and Snuggerud to thank for laying the foundation of a culture where guys stay the extra year til they’re ready. Wood is the weird one cause in no way is he close to NHL ready yet I believe he’s the most likely to sign. Just a gut feeling.
with how it currently looks, wouldn’t be surprised to see all 3 back. Wood isn’t fast enough or dominant enough physically to slot into the nhl right now, but maybe he wants to get into his contract and play ahl. Moore isn’t big enough yet. Rinzel has gotten better but I can’t see Chicago wanting him yet and burning a year on a 20 year who’s developed super well this last year
think it’s more if they push to sign rather than them being sought as of now.
How do you explain Levshunov not playing an NHL game yet? I assume Rinzel and his agent/family aren’t dumb.
If they keep Levshunov in the AHL all year, his contract slides a year. It's a rule for 18-19 year olds.Chicago will offer Rinzel everything he wants. The only way he doesn't sign is because he doesn't want to play for Chicago.This offseason could be very interesting especially in regards to Moore, Wood and Rinzel. I am of the opinion that if one of Moore/Rinzel returns then both will and I feel like Moore is coming back (ergo Rinzel returns).
We have guys like Faber, Knies and Snuggerud to thank for laying the foundation of a culture where guys stay the extra year til they’re ready. Wood is the weird one cause in no way is he close to NHL ready yet I believe he’s the most likely to sign. Just a gut feeling.
with how it currently looks, wouldn’t be surprised to see all 3 back. Wood isn’t fast enough or dominant enough physically to slot into the nhl right now, but maybe he wants to get into his contract and play ahl. Moore isn’t big enough yet. Rinzel has gotten better but I can’t see Chicago wanting him yet and burning a year on a 20 year who’s developed super well this last year
think it’s more if they push to sign rather than them being sought as of now.
How do you explain Levshunov not playing an NHL game yet? I assume Rinzel and his agent/family aren’t dumb.
The big thing about Rinzel is that he's in his 3rd season post draft right now. If he plays a 4th season he becomes a free agent. No chance Chicago lets that happen if they have a say.
Fair and valid points. I just don’t see it as a shoe-in that Rinzel jumps right into the NHL lineup with/over Levshunov.
The upside with Wood is he is a 2023 draft pick and Nashville would not need to worry about him becoming a free agent later this summer (if I have the rule correct and it has not changed). Not a stretch to see him back for a free year of development.
I believe Moore is a safe bet to return. Snuggerud is gone and anticipate Chesley is as well.
Coin flip for Rinzel, maybe lean to him going. If Chicago selects Schaeffer maybe they act more patiently, though timing not great there with draft in June. Good point above regarding three years post-draft.
Retention again going to be huge. Expect it to be a mixed bag as usual, though we have received good news more often recently.
If they keep Levshunov in the AHL all year, his contract slides a year. It's a rule for 18-19 year olds.Chicago will offer Rinzel everything he wants. The only way he doesn't sign is because he doesn't want to play for Chicago.This offseason could be very interesting especially in regards to Moore, Wood and Rinzel. I am of the opinion that if one of Moore/Rinzel returns then both will and I feel like Moore is coming back (ergo Rinzel returns).
We have guys like Faber, Knies and Snuggerud to thank for laying the foundation of a culture where guys stay the extra year til they’re ready. Wood is the weird one cause in no way is he close to NHL ready yet I believe he’s the most likely to sign. Just a gut feeling.
with how it currently looks, wouldn’t be surprised to see all 3 back. Wood isn’t fast enough or dominant enough physically to slot into the nhl right now, but maybe he wants to get into his contract and play ahl. Moore isn’t big enough yet. Rinzel has gotten better but I can’t see Chicago wanting him yet and burning a year on a 20 year who’s developed super well this last year
think it’s more if they push to sign rather than them being sought as of now.
How do you explain Levshunov not playing an NHL game yet? I assume Rinzel and his agent/family aren’t dumb.
The big thing about Rinzel is that he's in his 3rd season post draft right now. If he plays a 4th season he becomes a free agent. No chance Chicago lets that happen if they have a say.
NCAA rights last until 2026 no (or 2027 if hw chose to keep playing as they retain rights of those who play college until graduation or is just 4 years if they play one of juniors and then 3 of college; contract sites list him as under control until 2027 is why I’m asking)? And they’d be only one that can burn a year. I’m just saying i don’t see them being pumped to burn a year on a guy who’s still a very raw offensive defensive but is looking to have all the makings of a next level contributor. If rinzel wants to leave then obviously that changes things and they sign him for sure
The upside with Wood is he is a 2023 draft pick and Nashville would not need to worry about him becoming a free agent later this summer (if I have the rule correct and it has not changed). Not a stretch to see him back for a free year of development.
I believe Moore is a safe bet to return. Snuggerud is gone and anticipate Chesley is as well.
Coin flip for Rinzel, maybe lean to him going. If Chicago selects Schaeffer maybe they act more patiently, though timing not great there with draft in June. Good point above regarding three years post-draft.
Retention again going to be huge. Expect it to be a mixed bag as usual, though we have received good news more often recently.
Agreed snuggy 100% gone the second the season is over after lifting the trophy in stl 
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as a serious question, any word on how the caps view chesley? Haven’t heard much of anything and don’t get me wrong, he’s been good this year but nothing that screams NHL contributor right now. No idea what Wash has in the pipes for d men but assume they’re in win now mode while ovi is still upright and will bring in Leonard for sure (just from a roster space standpoint may impact chesley)
Unless something was changed recently, players have 4 years until UFA when they go the NCAA route. (Mike Reilly)If they keep Levshunov in the AHL all year, his contract slides a year. It's a rule for 18-19 year olds.Chicago will offer Rinzel everything he wants. The only way he doesn't sign is because he doesn't want to play for Chicago.This offseason could be very interesting especially in regards to Moore, Wood and Rinzel. I am of the opinion that if one of Moore/Rinzel returns then both will and I feel like Moore is coming back (ergo Rinzel returns).
We have guys like Faber, Knies and Snuggerud to thank for laying the foundation of a culture where guys stay the extra year til they’re ready. Wood is the weird one cause in no way is he close to NHL ready yet I believe he’s the most likely to sign. Just a gut feeling.
with how it currently looks, wouldn’t be surprised to see all 3 back. Wood isn’t fast enough or dominant enough physically to slot into the nhl right now, but maybe he wants to get into his contract and play ahl. Moore isn’t big enough yet. Rinzel has gotten better but I can’t see Chicago wanting him yet and burning a year on a 20 year who’s developed super well this last year
think it’s more if they push to sign rather than them being sought as of now.
How do you explain Levshunov not playing an NHL game yet? I assume Rinzel and his agent/family aren’t dumb.
The big thing about Rinzel is that he's in his 3rd season post draft right now. If he plays a 4th season he becomes a free agent. No chance Chicago lets that happen if they have a say.
NCAA rights last until 2026 no (or 2027 if hw chose to keep playing as they retain rights of those who play college until graduation or is just 4 years if they play one of juniors and then 3 of college; contract sites list him as under control until 2027 is why I’m asking)? And they’d be only one that can burn a year. I’m just saying i don’t see them being pumped to burn a year on a guy who’s still a very raw offensive defensive but is looking to have all the makings of a next level contributor. If rinzel wants to leave then obviously that changes things and they sign him for sure
I would assume that Chesley falls into the same situation as Rinzel. It doesn't make any sense for Washington to risk losing a quality prospect for no reason. They will make Chesley an offer good enough that the only reason to turn it down will be his own personal reasons.The upside with Wood is he is a 2023 draft pick and Nashville would not need to worry about him becoming a free agent later this summer (if I have the rule correct and it has not changed). Not a stretch to see him back for a free year of development.
I believe Moore is a safe bet to return. Snuggerud is gone and anticipate Chesley is as well.
Coin flip for Rinzel, maybe lean to him going. If Chicago selects Schaeffer maybe they act more patiently, though timing not great there with draft in June. Good point above regarding three years post-draft.
Retention again going to be huge. Expect it to be a mixed bag as usual, though we have received good news more often recently.
Agreed snuggy 100% gone the second the season is over after lifting the trophy in stl
as a serious question, any word on how the caps view chesley? Haven’t heard much of anything and don’t get me wrong, he’s been good this year but nothing that screams NHL contributor right now. No idea what Wash has in the pipes for d men but assume they’re in win now mode while ovi is still upright and will bring in Leonard for sure (just from a roster space standpoint may impact chesley)
Unless something was changed recently, players have 4 years until UFA when they go the NCAA route. (Mike Reilly)If they keep Levshunov in the AHL all year, his contract slides a year. It's a rule for 18-19 year olds.Chicago will offer Rinzel everything he wants. The only way he doesn't sign is because he doesn't want to play for Chicago.This offseason could be very interesting especially in regards to Moore, Wood and Rinzel. I am of the opinion that if one of Moore/Rinzel returns then both will and I feel like Moore is coming back (ergo Rinzel returns).
We have guys like Faber, Knies and Snuggerud to thank for laying the foundation of a culture where guys stay the extra year til they’re ready. Wood is the weird one cause in no way is he close to NHL ready yet I believe he’s the most likely to sign. Just a gut feeling.
with how it currently looks, wouldn’t be surprised to see all 3 back. Wood isn’t fast enough or dominant enough physically to slot into the nhl right now, but maybe he wants to get into his contract and play ahl. Moore isn’t big enough yet. Rinzel has gotten better but I can’t see Chicago wanting him yet and burning a year on a 20 year who’s developed super well this last year
think it’s more if they push to sign rather than them being sought as of now.
How do you explain Levshunov not playing an NHL game yet? I assume Rinzel and his agent/family aren’t dumb.
The big thing about Rinzel is that he's in his 3rd season post draft right now. If he plays a 4th season he becomes a free agent. No chance Chicago lets that happen if they have a say.
NCAA rights last until 2026 no (or 2027 if hw chose to keep playing as they retain rights of those who play college until graduation or is just 4 years if they play one of juniors and then 3 of college; contract sites list him as under control until 2027 is why I’m asking)? And they’d be only one that can burn a year. I’m just saying i don’t see them being pumped to burn a year on a guy who’s still a very raw offensive defensive but is looking to have all the makings of a next level contributor. If rinzel wants to leave then obviously that changes things and they sign him for sure
gotcha. Written differently in the online rule stuff which says they have rights until graduation and then some time so that’s why I was asking (feel like I always get this wrong ha)
I would assume that Chesley falls into the same situation as Rinzel. It doesn't make any sense for Washington to risk losing a quality prospect for no reason. They will make Chesley an offer good enough that the only reason to turn it down will be his own personal reasons.The upside with Wood is he is a 2023 draft pick and Nashville would not need to worry about him becoming a free agent later this summer (if I have the rule correct and it has not changed). Not a stretch to see him back for a free year of development.
I believe Moore is a safe bet to return. Snuggerud is gone and anticipate Chesley is as well.
Coin flip for Rinzel, maybe lean to him going. If Chicago selects Schaeffer maybe they act more patiently, though timing not great there with draft in June. Good point above regarding three years post-draft.
Retention again going to be huge. Expect it to be a mixed bag as usual, though we have received good news more often recently.
Agreed snuggy 100% gone the second the season is over after lifting the trophy in stl
as a serious question, any word on how the caps view chesley? Haven’t heard much of anything and don’t get me wrong, he’s been good this year but nothing that screams NHL contributor right now. No idea what Wash has in the pipes for d men but assume they’re in win now mode while ovi is still upright and will bring in Leonard for sure (just from a roster space standpoint may impact chesley)
just was interesting there hasn’t been a ton of steam around him so didn’t know if they were high on him or not or if he was a guy they may let walk. Can you (or anyone) say what makes him different than the Ryan Johnson situation?
I don't think that there really needs to be much steam when it comes to NCAA guys in their 3rd year. If you think the kid has any value at all, it makes sense to get him signed. ELC contracts are so small that there isn't a monetary reason to not sign guys. Chesley seems like a lock to me to be an NHL player. There just isn't a reason to not offer him a deal.I would assume that Chesley falls into the same situation as Rinzel. It doesn't make any sense for Washington to risk losing a quality prospect for no reason. They will make Chesley an offer good enough that the only reason to turn it down will be his own personal reasons.The upside with Wood is he is a 2023 draft pick and Nashville would not need to worry about him becoming a free agent later this summer (if I have the rule correct and it has not changed). Not a stretch to see him back for a free year of development.
I believe Moore is a safe bet to return. Snuggerud is gone and anticipate Chesley is as well.
Coin flip for Rinzel, maybe lean to him going. If Chicago selects Schaeffer maybe they act more patiently, though timing not great there with draft in June. Good point above regarding three years post-draft.
Retention again going to be huge. Expect it to be a mixed bag as usual, though we have received good news more often recently.
Agreed snuggy 100% gone the second the season is over after lifting the trophy in stl
as a serious question, any word on how the caps view chesley? Haven’t heard much of anything and don’t get me wrong, he’s been good this year but nothing that screams NHL contributor right now. No idea what Wash has in the pipes for d men but assume they’re in win now mode while ovi is still upright and will bring in Leonard for sure (just from a roster space standpoint may impact chesley)
just was interesting there hasn’t been a ton of steam around him so didn’t know if they were high on him or not or if he was a guy they may let walk. Can you (or anyone) say what makes him different than the Ryan Johnson situation?
Johnson is the strangest deal that I can remember. From what I remember, Buffalo wanted to sign him after his junior season but he decided to come back for his senior year. And then after waiting long enough to become a UFA if he wanted to, Johnson just signed with Buffalo anyway. Was very weird IMO
Keep your stick on the ice...
If they keep Levshunov in the AHL all year, his contract slides a year. It's a rule for 18-19 year olds.Chicago will offer Rinzel everything he wants. The only way he doesn't sign is because he doesn't want to play for Chicago.This offseason could be very interesting especially in regards to Moore, Wood and Rinzel. I am of the opinion that if one of Moore/Rinzel returns then both will and I feel like Moore is coming back (ergo Rinzel returns).
We have guys like Faber, Knies and Snuggerud to thank for laying the foundation of a culture where guys stay the extra year til they’re ready. Wood is the weird one cause in no way is he close to NHL ready yet I believe he’s the most likely to sign. Just a gut feeling.
with how it currently looks, wouldn’t be surprised to see all 3 back. Wood isn’t fast enough or dominant enough physically to slot into the nhl right now, but maybe he wants to get into his contract and play ahl. Moore isn’t big enough yet. Rinzel has gotten better but I can’t see Chicago wanting him yet and burning a year on a 20 year who’s developed super well this last year
think it’s more if they push to sign rather than them being sought as of now.
How do you explain Levshunov not playing an NHL game yet? I assume Rinzel and his agent/family aren’t dumb.
The big thing about Rinzel is that he's in his 3rd season post draft right now. If he plays a 4th season he becomes a free agent. No chance Chicago lets that happen if they have a say.
I mean he becomes a free agent in August no? So he could play his junior season and sign in April. LaCombe and Johnson stayed all 4 years and signed with their original team.
Speaking of LaCombe, he’s the Ducks best dman and should be the poster child for staying an extra year.