WILMINGTON, Mass. — Bruins general manager Peter Chiarelli spoke after the first day of rookie practice at Ristuccia Arena today.
WILMINGTON, Mass. — Bruins general manager Peter Chiarelli spoke after the first day of rookie practice at Ristuccia Arena today.
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Correcting myself from above: Tallon didn’t acquire Hossa. That was all Bowman.
Look at what Dale Tallon did with the Blackhawks a few years back… built a contender on 5-6 years of solid drafting and prospect development (see: Keith, Seabrook, Hjalmarsson, Byfuglien, Bolland, Kane, Toews), and supplemented the team with a few key aquisitions and signings (Hossa, Niemi, Sharp, Versteeg). Look at where it got them.
I see similar strategy in Chiarelli’s approach… though he inherited young talent like Krejci, Bergeron and Stuart (who are all entering potential breakout years), he should be credited for acquiring/drafting an abundance of talented youth that could spell success for this franchise for years to come. Names that come to mind include Wheeler, Lucic, Horton, Seguin, Colborne, Caron, Sauve, and some fairly decent goalie named Tuukka Rask. Blend that with the veteran savvy and skill he’s brought in (Chara, Savard, Recchi, Seidenberg… Ryder, Thomas and Ferrence are debatable) and I’d say he’s done an incredible job of creating a deep team with plenty of potential for success in its future (knock on wood).
Chiarelli almost comes accross a bit smug here. I guess he really likes the depth all of these young players are giving the organization.
I’m really looking forward to the start of the season. While I’m not sure a team with this many young players is ready for a championship, it should be a fun ride.
Yes, that was me.
i’m digging chia’s playoff beard. it’s like he’s still in denial after the choke.
MK, Was that you on the “Savvy not as hurt” question? That was a beaut! Loved Chia Pete’s reaction.