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Did TM improve or did OR regress?

TM slight improvement. OR regress in relation to other teams. Most top team kids iq have improved so they can play well against a system like OR's. OR kids are stagnant scine their creativity is low after years of coaching to play robotically.

Watched OR alot this weekend. This is exactly what’s wrong with hockey in Canada. A coach who plays systems, shortens the bench (in exhibition games, lmao) just to win. Based on results this weekend, it’s not working. Zero creativity or individual development. Shame on you PO.

What type of system do they play? Does OR play similar to the Nats?

Some OR parents were smirking and saying that they've got 3 or 4 top players from the G ready to jump ship and join OR next year. If that was even true I hope those G parents watched the TM game and saw how much further ahead the development is in the G among top teams. It was a total destruction of OR. When out became obvious early that TM was all over the OR system and shutting it down OR coaches and kids had no response, they just kept feeding into TM hands over and over and over. Total robots who could not adjust.

Sounds like an unhappy OR parent. If you don’t like it, leave.

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Guest wrote: ↑Mon Sep 18, 2023 1:06 pm

Guest wrote: ↑Mon Sep 18, 2023 12:40 pm

Guest wrote: ↑Mon Sep 18, 2023 12:26 pm

Guest wrote: ↑Mon Sep 18, 2023 12:11 pm

Guest wrote: ↑Mon Sep 18, 2023 11:52 am

TM slight improvement. OR regress in relation to other teams. Most top team kids iq have improved so they can play well against a system like OR's. OR kids are stagnant scine their creativity is low after years of coaching to play robotically.

Watched OR alot this weekend. This is exactly what’s wrong with hockey in Canada. A coach who plays systems, shortens the bench (in exhibition games, lmao) just to win. Based on results this weekend, it’s not working. Zero creativity or individual development. Shame on you PO.

What type of system do they play? Does OR play similar to the Nats?

Some OR parents were smirking and saying that they've got 3 or 4 top players from the G ready to jump ship and join OR next year. If that was even true I hope those G parents watched the TM game and saw how much further ahead the development is in the G among top teams. It was a total destruction of OR. When out became obvious early that TM was all over the OR system and shutting it down OR coaches and kids had no response, they just kept feeding into TM hands over and over and over. Total robots who could not adjust.

Sounds like an unhappy OR parent. If you don’t like it, leave.

G parents know their options. What reason would they go play for a system development team in the OMHA?

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Guest wrote: ↑Mon Sep 18, 2023 1:17 pm

Guest wrote: ↑Mon Sep 18, 2023 1:06 pm

Guest wrote: ↑Mon Sep 18, 2023 12:40 pm

Guest wrote: ↑Mon Sep 18, 2023 12:26 pm

Guest wrote: ↑Mon Sep 18, 2023 12:11 pm

Watched OR alot this weekend. This is exactly what’s wrong with hockey in Canada. A coach who plays systems, shortens the bench (in exhibition games, lmao) just to win. Based on results this weekend, it’s not working. Zero creativity or individual development. Shame on you PO.

What type of system do they play? Does OR play similar to the Nats?

Some OR parents were smirking and saying that they've got 3 or 4 top players from the G ready to jump ship and join OR next year. If that was even true I hope those G parents watched the TM game and saw how much further ahead the development is in the G among top teams. It was a total destruction of OR. When out became obvious early that TM was all over the OR system and shutting it down OR coaches and kids had no response, they just kept feeding into TM hands over and over and over. Total robots who could not adjust.

Sounds like an unhappy OR parent. If you don’t like it, leave.

G parents know their options. What reason would they go play for a system development team in the OMHA?

Those kids are not leaving the G. It’s just insecure dads who need constant stroking and ass kissing from coaches from other teams. It’s so obvious who those dads are. Same losers all the time. Coaches around the league just laugh at them.

Guest wrote: ↑Mon Sep 18, 2023 1:53 pm Okay here we go hockey fans....a late edition special post from "The Cigar"

Bear with me here, it is early in the season and teams change as the season progresses but here is how things are looking:

Teams 1-3 - Alphabetical JRC, TM, VK

There appears to be a bit of separation with the top 3 teams in the loop. Interesting movement between these teams and some outside movement as well. Don't believe everything you hear or read for that matter, the top 3 teams are somewhat similar in calibre. The TM have improved between the pipes and added a little fire power up front. Yes they won it all last year but overall were slightly weaker than the other two top teams. VK seems to have an overabundance of scoring power and I am not convinced this is a good thing. It could create some bad chemistry internally, should the wrong parents get their nose out of place. They are a bit weaker on the back-end and this could create some issues, but the new coach is not one to do nothing about this situation. Should be interesting. JRC will be strong again but slightly less dominant than last year. If they can keep the internal fireworks in check they will do pretty well, but that may be a BIG ask. The gap to 4-6 is tighter than last year so don't be surprised to see some close games with teams 1-6!

Teams 4-6 Alphabetical DMF, NYR, Reps

It will be an interesting battle for slots 4-6. Again these three teams will be tightly matched each have their own weaknesses. DMF have a good goalie and always play high energy style hockey. Not always super organized but they have energy. NYR has some weakness on defence but a great goalie when he is in the zone. They will need to learn to score more goals upfront and many of their forwards are undersized. Reps have improved in net and upfront. Not many changes on the backend so they will need to score their way out of trouble.

Teams 7-9 Alphabetical Nats, Sens, TRW

The Nats are not the same team as last year and will struggle to get it going this year. They have lost some depth on the backend and will give up more goals than they can score. The Sens could surprise, as the coach is fairly competitive , but has created some unnecessary tension with his unequal player fees. Not sure what he was thinking but this will cause problems in the long run. TRW will play a little better than what you think, but there is nothing that indicates the environment will be stable. Fingers crossed the coach keeps it together this year.

Teams 10-13 Alphabetical MM, MR, TBK, TT

MR should come out on top with this group but you never know with MM they may surprise. There is not much info on TBK but they should be really okay. TT have lost of development work to do, and should improve as the year progresses, the start will not be pretty though.

Guest wrote: ↑Mon Sep 18, 2023 2:35 pm

Guest wrote: ↑Mon Sep 18, 2023 1:53 pm Okay here we go hockey fans....a late edition special post from "The Cigar"

Bear with me here, it is early in the season and teams change as the season progresses but here is how things are looking:

Teams 1-3 - Alphabetical JRC, TM, VK

There appears to be a bit of separation with the top 3 teams in the loop. Interesting movement between these teams and some outside movement as well. Don't believe everything you hear or read for that matter, the top 3 teams are somewhat similar in calibre. The TM have improved between the pipes and added a little fire power up front. Yes they won it all last year but overall were slightly weaker than the other two top teams. VK seems to have an overabundance of scoring power and I am not convinced this is a good thing. It could create some bad chemistry internally, should the wrong parents get their nose out of place. They are a bit weaker on the back-end and this could create some issues, but the new coach is not one to do nothing about this situation. Should be interesting. JRC will be strong again but slightly less dominant than last year. If they can keep the internal fireworks in check they will do pretty well, but that may be a BIG ask. The gap to 4-6 is tighter than last year so don't be surprised to see some close games with teams 1-6!

Teams 4-6 Alphabetical DMF, NYR, Reps

It will be an interesting battle for slots 4-6. Again these three teams will be tightly matched each have their own weaknesses. DMF have a good goalie and always play high energy style hockey. Not always super organized but they have energy. NYR has some weakness on defence but a great goalie when he is in the zone. They will need to learn to score more goals upfront and many of their forwards are undersized. Reps have improved in net and upfront. Not many changes on the backend so they will need to score their way out of trouble.

Teams 7-9 Alphabetical Nats, Sens, TRW

The Nats are not the same team as last year and will struggle to get it going this year. They have lost some depth on the backend and will give up more goals than they can score. The Sens could surprise, as the coach is fairly competitive , but has created some unnecessary tension with his unequal player fees. Not sure what he was thinking but this will cause problems in the long run. TRW will play a little better than what you think, but there is nothing that indicates the environment will be stable. Fingers crossed the coach keeps it together this year.

Teams 10-13 Alphabetical MM, MR, TBK, TT

MR should come out on top with this group but you never know with MM they may surprise. There is not much info on TBK but they should be really okay. TT have lost of development work to do, and should improve as the year progresses, the start will not be pretty though.

Cigar spent the summer smoking something else if he has DMF top 6

Guest wrote: ↑Mon Sep 18, 2023 2:35 pm

Guest wrote: ↑Mon Sep 18, 2023 1:53 pm Okay here we go hockey fans....a late edition special post from "The Cigar"

Bear with me here, it is early in the season and teams change as the season progresses but here is how things are looking:

Teams 1-3 - Alphabetical JRC, TM, VK

There appears to be a bit of separation with the top 3 teams in the loop. Interesting movement between these teams and some outside movement as well. Don't believe everything you hear or read for that matter, the top 3 teams are somewhat similar in calibre. The TM have improved between the pipes and added a little fire power up front. Yes they won it all last year but overall were slightly weaker than the other two top teams. VK seems to have an overabundance of scoring power and I am not convinced this is a good thing. It could create some bad chemistry internally, should the wrong parents get their nose out of place. They are a bit weaker on the back-end and this could create some issues, but the new coach is not one to do nothing about this situation. Should be interesting. JRC will be strong again but slightly less dominant than last year. If they can keep the internal fireworks in check they will do pretty well, but that may be a BIG ask. The gap to 4-6 is tighter than last year so don't be surprised to see some close games with teams 1-6!

Teams 4-6 Alphabetical DMF, NYR, Reps

It will be an interesting battle for slots 4-6. Again these three teams will be tightly matched each have their own weaknesses. DMF have a good goalie and always play high energy style hockey. Not always super organized but they have energy. NYR has some weakness on defence but a great goalie when he is in the zone. They will need to learn to score more goals upfront and many of their forwards are undersized. Reps have improved in net and upfront. Not many changes on the backend so they will need to score their way out of trouble.

Teams 7-9 Alphabetical Nats, Sens, TRW

The Nats are not the same team as last year and will struggle to get it going this year. They have lost some depth on the backend and will give up more goals than they can score. The Sens could surprise, as the coach is fairly competitive , but has created some unnecessary tension with his unequal player fees. Not sure what he was thinking but this will cause problems in the long run. TRW will play a little better than what you think, but there is nothing that indicates the environment will be stable. Fingers crossed the coach keeps it together this year.

Teams 10-13 Alphabetical MM, MR, TBK, TT

MR should come out on top with this group but you never know with MM they may surprise. There is not much info on TBK but they should be really okay. TT have lost of development work to do, and should improve as the year progresses, the start will not be pretty though.

Cigar spent the summer smoking something else if he has DMF top 6

Guest wrote: ↑Mon Sep 18, 2023 2:46 pm

Guest wrote: ↑Mon Sep 18, 2023 2:35 pm

Guest wrote: ↑Mon Sep 18, 2023 1:53 pm Okay here we go hockey fans....a late edition special post from "The Cigar"

Bear with me here, it is early in the season and teams change as the season progresses but here is how things are looking:

Teams 1-3 - Alphabetical JRC, TM, VK

There appears to be a bit of separation with the top 3 teams in the loop. Interesting movement between these teams and some outside movement as well. Don't believe everything you hear or read for that matter, the top 3 teams are somewhat similar in calibre. The TM have improved between the pipes and added a little fire power up front. Yes they won it all last year but overall were slightly weaker than the other two top teams. VK seems to have an overabundance of scoring power and I am not convinced this is a good thing. It could create some bad chemistry internally, should the wrong parents get their nose out of place. They are a bit weaker on the back-end and this could create some issues, but the new coach is not one to do nothing about this situation. Should be interesting. JRC will be strong again but slightly less dominant than last year. If they can keep the internal fireworks in check they will do pretty well, but that may be a BIG ask. The gap to 4-6 is tighter than last year so don't be surprised to see some close games with teams 1-6!

Teams 4-6 Alphabetical DMF, NYR, Reps

It will be an interesting battle for slots 4-6. Again these three teams will be tightly matched each have their own weaknesses. DMF have a good goalie and always play high energy style hockey. Not always super organized but they have energy. NYR has some weakness on defence but a great goalie when he is in the zone. They will need to learn to score more goals upfront and many of their forwards are undersized. Reps have improved in net and upfront. Not many changes on the backend so they will need to score their way out of trouble.

Teams 7-9 Alphabetical Nats, Sens, TRW

The Nats are not the same team as last year and will struggle to get it going this year. They have lost some depth on the backend and will give up more goals than they can score. The Sens could surprise, as the coach is fairly competitive , but has created some unnecessary tension with his unequal player fees. Not sure what he was thinking but this will cause problems in the long run. TRW will play a little better than what you think, but there is nothing that indicates the environment will be stable. Fingers crossed the coach keeps it together this year.

Teams 10-13 Alphabetical MM, MR, TBK, TT

MR should come out on top with this group but you never know with MM they may surprise. There is not much info on TBK but they should be really okay. TT have lost of development work to do, and should improve as the year progresses, the start will not be pretty though.

Cigar spent the summer smoking something else if he has DMF top 6

Well they did beat the Nats 7-3 soooooo maybe he's smoking the good stuff
For the most part I agree with everything else...good job Cigar!

Guest wrote: ↑Mon Sep 18, 2023 2:48 pm

Guest wrote: ↑Mon Sep 18, 2023 2:35 pm

Guest wrote: ↑Mon Sep 18, 2023 1:53 pm Okay here we go hockey fans....a late edition special post from "The Cigar"

Bear with me here, it is early in the season and teams change as the season progresses but here is how things are looking:

Teams 1-3 - Alphabetical JRC, TM, VK

There appears to be a bit of separation with the top 3 teams in the loop. Interesting movement between these teams and some outside movement as well. Don't believe everything you hear or read for that matter, the top 3 teams are somewhat similar in calibre. The TM have improved between the pipes and added a little fire power up front. Yes they won it all last year but overall were slightly weaker than the other two top teams. VK seems to have an overabundance of scoring power and I am not convinced this is a good thing. It could create some bad chemistry internally, should the wrong parents get their nose out of place. They are a bit weaker on the back-end and this could create some issues, but the new coach is not one to do nothing about this situation. Should be interesting. JRC will be strong again but slightly less dominant than last year. If they can keep the internal fireworks in check they will do pretty well, but that may be a BIG ask. The gap to 4-6 is tighter than last year so don't be surprised to see some close games with teams 1-6!

Teams 4-6 Alphabetical DMF, NYR, Reps

It will be an interesting battle for slots 4-6. Again these three teams will be tightly matched each have their own weaknesses. DMF have a good goalie and always play high energy style hockey. Not always super organized but they have energy. NYR has some weakness on defence but a great goalie when he is in the zone. They will need to learn to score more goals upfront and many of their forwards are undersized. Reps have improved in net and upfront. Not many changes on the backend so they will need to score their way out of trouble.

Teams 7-9 Alphabetical Nats, Sens, TRW

The Nats are not the same team as last year and will struggle to get it going this year. They have lost some depth on the backend and will give up more goals than they can score. The Sens could surprise, as the coach is fairly competitive , but has created some unnecessary tension with his unequal player fees. Not sure what he was thinking but this will cause problems in the long run. TRW will play a little better than what you think, but there is nothing that indicates the environment will be stable. Fingers crossed the coach keeps it together this year.

Teams 10-13 Alphabetical MM, MR, TBK, TT

MR should come out on top with this group but you never know with MM they may surprise. There is not much info on TBK but they should be really okay. TT have lost of development work to do, and should improve as the year progresses, the start will not be pretty though.

Cigar spent the summer smoking something else if he has DMF top 6

What was the score between DMF and Nats?

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Guest wrote: ↑Mon Sep 18, 2023 2:48 pm

Guest wrote: ↑Mon Sep 18, 2023 2:35 pm

Guest wrote: ↑Mon Sep 18, 2023 1:53 pm Okay here we go hockey fans....a late edition special post from "The Cigar"

Bear with me here, it is early in the season and teams change as the season progresses but here is how things are looking:

Teams 1-3 - Alphabetical JRC, TM, VK

There appears to be a bit of separation with the top 3 teams in the loop. Interesting movement between these teams and some outside movement as well. Don't believe everything you hear or read for that matter, the top 3 teams are somewhat similar in calibre. The TM have improved between the pipes and added a little fire power up front. Yes they won it all last year but overall were slightly weaker than the other two top teams. VK seems to have an overabundance of scoring power and I am not convinced this is a good thing. It could create some bad chemistry internally, should the wrong parents get their nose out of place. They are a bit weaker on the back-end and this could create some issues, but the new coach is not one to do nothing about this situation. Should be interesting. JRC will be strong again but slightly less dominant than last year. If they can keep the internal fireworks in check they will do pretty well, but that may be a BIG ask. The gap to 4-6 is tighter than last year so don't be surprised to see some close games with teams 1-6!

Teams 4-6 Alphabetical DMF, NYR, Reps

It will be an interesting battle for slots 4-6. Again these three teams will be tightly matched each have their own weaknesses. DMF have a good goalie and always play high energy style hockey. Not always super organized but they have energy. NYR has some weakness on defence but a great goalie when he is in the zone. They will need to learn to score more goals upfront and many of their forwards are undersized. Reps have improved in net and upfront. Not many changes on the backend so they will need to score their way out of trouble.

Teams 7-9 Alphabetical Nats, Sens, TRW

The Nats are not the same team as last year and will struggle to get it going this year. They have lost some depth on the backend and will give up more goals than they can score. The Sens could surprise, as the coach is fairly competitive , but has created some unnecessary tension with his unequal player fees. Not sure what he was thinking but this will cause problems in the long run. TRW will play a little better than what you think, but there is nothing that indicates the environment will be stable. Fingers crossed the coach keeps it together this year.

Teams 10-13 Alphabetical MM, MR, TBK, TT

MR should come out on top with this group but you never know with MM they may surprise. There is not much info on TBK but they should be really okay. TT have lost of development work to do, and should improve as the year progresses, the start will not be pretty though.

Cigar spent the summer smoking something else if he has DMF top 6

What was the score between DMF and Nats?

DMF top 6 is not that unreasonable and the reasonings are sound. TRW/SENS are better on paper but they are toxic environments so IF coach can keep things under control they will be better but that is a BIG IF. I'd also not read too much into the DMF vs NAT exhibition game.