September 20th, 2017
Development Report
Nearly a full month has passed since the Vegas Golden Knights were inaugurated into the league. Many rumors have come and gone in the past month of possible trades between the Golden Knights and other teams however no significant moves have been executed.
Klim Kostin was recently claimed off waivers by the Golden Knights, which bolsters the RW position. Kostin is now the 3rd highest ranked prospect for Vegas behind the likes of Eric Brannstrom and Malcolm Subban.
With training camp rounding out today, we've decided to deliver you some updates on the players who stood out most to us during camp.
1. Cody Glass
It was an impressive battle between Glass and Suzuki who had outstanding showings in camp. However despite the waves they both made, general manager Dustin explained that he is not planning on rushing them, and that they will be sent down after preseason is over.
2. Nick Suzuki
As mentioned above, Suzuki was doing everything right at camp to show the training staff and management what he is truly capable of. Alas at only 18 years of age, he wont be seeing any major playing time with the big club. We are excited to see how he does during the pre season!
3. Ville Pokka
Was the best of all the youngest defense man on the team. Outplaying, out skating and generally out performing, he showed us that he wants to be on the team. We expect him to come in as the 7th d-man to start the year or possibly call up if injuries occur.
4. Calvin Pickard
Pickard came out ahead of Grubauer and will be the clear number 2 behind Mrazek for the upcoming season. At only 25 years old both still have room for improvement but for now its clear that Pickard has a step up on the rest. It will be exciting to see how they perform during pre season!
With camp finishing today we are eagerly waiting the first pre season game. Its unclear now which players will be used or left aside, but we assume the four players mentioned above will be given an extended look during the preseason.
League News
August 22nd 2017 - Philadelphia Flyers Send G Brian Elliot to the Toronto Maple Leafs for SJS`s 2nd round pick in 2018
August 25th 2017 - Winnipeg Jets Send G Michael Hutchinson to the Boston Bruins for BOS`s 4th round pick in 2018