Kmarko

That makes sense then  

Yeah, everybody welcome @Green! Also everyone I'm sorry I haven't been as active as I normally have been, I just started my senior year of college so time isn't exactly as easy to come by as it was over the summer

Hey guys, reinforcement has arrived. Hope my player helps out a bit

Me and @Kmarko are the only ones updating this week?! We are not gonna catch up to Vegas without updates!

muchos TPE incoming this weekend for LVD, I'll finally have some time for rookie profile + media spot + bio (maybe, hopefully)

Welfare +2 TPE
VHLM Practice Facility +1 TPE

Adjusted Attributes:
Scoring +3 (42 -> 45
 
Total TPE: 42
39 + 3 = 42

Snagging a W in my first game with the boys, :feelsgoodman:

Snagging a W in my first game with the boys, :feelsgoodman:

I'm not creative enough. The title was the reference haha

Longrod arrived in Saskatoon late Thursday night. Weary from the 9 hour flight from Stockholm, Sweden, Von Danglecoch quickly scanned the mostly empty airport for his personal driver. He was discouraged when he realized there was no one there to greet him. He grabbed his suitcases full of equipment and hailed a taxi to the Saskatoon Wild team hotel. As he rode across the plains of Saskatoon, he couldn’t help but wonder how he ended up in this position…

Longrod Von Danglecoch was once considered the most exciting player to enter the Swedish Hockey League (SHL). At age 17 Longrod was a player of monstrous stature and speed. His incredible puck handling and skating allowed him to dodge defenders and deke goalies into submission. At 18 he signed a massive 3 year contract with Djurgårdens IF. He started the season as the team’s 2nd line center, where he struggled immensely. Longrod posted a -35 +/- in 52 games with the club, and finished with an abhorrent 1 goal, 2 assists. Djurgårdens IF searched desperately for answers as to why their expected franchise center wasn’t preforming. They tried many different combinations of lines, but ended up missing the playoffs in a year that they were supposed to be cup contenders. It was a disappointing season, but many believed Longrod just needed time to grow into his role.

Fast forward to Longrod’s 2nd season with Djurgårdens IF. Von Danglecoch is pointless through 7 games, when his season is ended by a torn meniscus. Rather than focus on rehab, Longrod lost control of his life. Reports of his drunken and drugged up antics in Stockholm became more and more frequent. Longrod put on a massive amount of weight, and when he reported for Djurgårdens IF’s training camp he was sluggish and off balanced, a complete 180 from the speedy skater he once was.

Despite all of his issues during his 2nd season, Von Danglecoch made Djurgårdens IF’s roster, but played on the 4th line and was often a healthy scratch. Late in his 3rd season with Djurgårdens IF, Longrod began to show improvement. He was winning a majority of his face-offs, gathering some assists, and playing a much better overall 2-way game. In the last game of the season, Von Danglecoch finished with 2 goals and 2 assists, and Djurgårdens IF fans rejoiced. Perhaps Longrod would still work out after all.

The celebrations that followed Longrod’s career game would be his downfall. Swedish police found the Center blacked out in a dumpster, toxicology reports would later indicate that he had Cocaine, Xanax, and Ketamine in his system, in addition to alcohol. Djurgårdens IF cut the once star prospect the following day.

To his surprise, Longrod began receiving offers from VHLM teams that were in need of forwards. After being cut by Djurgårdens IF, he believed his career was over. He had never been to North America, and figured that this would be his chance to start fresh. He accepted an offer from the Saskatoon Wild, and made his way to Canada, not knowing what to expect.

There was no crowd of fans waiting for him at the airport. There were no radio shows discussing his future, or newspaper articles comparing him to Henrik Zetterburg. This was a completely different experience than the one he had as a 17 year old star. Perhaps that’s what Longrod needs to reach his potential, a humble beginning, away from the spotlight, in Saskatoon Canada.
 

Week of August 7-13:
Media Spot +6 TPE
Reddit Recruitment +2 TPE
VHLM Practice Facility +1 TPE

Adjusted Attributes:
Defense +7 (40 -> 47)
Scoring +2 (40 -> 42)

Total TPE: 39
30 + 9 = 39

@Marko

Longrod arrived in Saskatoon late Thursday night. Weary from the 9 hour flight from Stockholm, Sweden, Von Danglecoch quickly scanned the mostly empty airport for his personal driver. He was discouraged when he realized there was no one there to greet him. He grabbed his suitcases full of equipment and hailed a taxi to the Saskatoon Wild team hotel. As he rode across the plains of Saskatoon, he couldn’t help but wonder how he ended up in this position…

Longrod Von Danglecoch was once considered the most exciting player to enter the Swedish Hockey League (SHL). At age 17 Longrod was a player of monstrous stature and speed. His incredible puck handling and skating allowed him to dodge defenders and deke goalies into submission. At 18 he signed a massive 3 year contract with Djurgårdens IF. He started the season as the team’s 2nd line center, where he struggled immensely. Longrod posted a -35 +/- in 52 games with the club, and finished with an abhorrent 1 goal, 2 assists. Djurgårdens IF searched desperately for answers as to why their expected franchise center wasn’t preforming. They tried many different combinations of lines, but ended up missing the playoffs in a year that they were supposed to be cup contenders. It was a disappointing season, but many believed Longrod just needed time to grow into his role.

Fast forward to Longrod’s 2nd season with Djurgårdens IF. Von Danglecoch is pointless through 7 games, when his season is ended by a torn meniscus. Rather than focus on rehab, Longrod lost control of his life. Reports of his drunken and drugged up antics in Stockholm became more and more frequent. Longrod put on a massive amount of weight, and when he reported for Djurgårdens IF’s training camp he was sluggish and off balanced, a complete 180 from the speedy skater he once was.

Despite all of his issues during his 2nd season, Von Danglecoch made Djurgårdens IF’s roster, but played on the 4th line and was often a healthy scratch. Late in his 3rd season with Djurgårdens IF, Longrod began to show improvement. He was winning a majority of his face-offs, gathering some assists, and playing a much better overall 2-way game. In the last game of the season, Von Danglecoch finished with 2 goals and 2 assists, and Djurgårdens IF fans rejoiced. Perhaps Longrod would still work out after all.

The celebrations that followed Longrod’s career game would be his downfall. Swedish police found the Center blacked out in a dumpster, toxicology reports would later indicate that he had Cocaine, Xanax, and Ketamine in his system, in addition to alcohol. Djurgårdens IF cut the once star prospect the following day.

To his surprise, Longrod began receiving offers from VHLM teams that were in need of forwards. After being cut by Djurgårdens IF, he believed his career was over. He had never been to North America, and figured that this would be his chance to start fresh. He accepted an offer from the Saskatoon Wild, and made his way to Canada, not knowing what to expect.

There was no crowd of fans waiting for him at the airport. There were no radio shows discussing his future, or newspaper articles comparing him to Henrik Zetterburg. This was a completely different experience than the one he had as a 17 year old star. Perhaps that’s what Longrod needs to reach his potential, a humble beginning, away from the spotlight, in Saskatoon Canada.
 

Very good, my son.
 
you forgot though - "Longrod Von Danglecoch  - Coming to Seattle"  

Longrod arrived in Saskatoon late Thursday night. Weary from the 9 hour flight from Stockholm, Sweden, Von Danglecoch quickly scanned the mostly empty airport for his personal driver. He was discouraged when he realized there was no one there to greet him. He grabbed his suitcases full of equipment and hailed a taxi to the Saskatoon Wild team hotel. As he rode across the plains of Saskatoon, he couldn’t help but wonder how he ended up in this position…

Longrod Von Danglecoch was once considered the most exciting player to enter the Swedish Hockey League (SHL). At age 17 Longrod was a player of monstrous stature and speed. His incredible puck handling and skating allowed him to dodge defenders and deke goalies into submission. At 18 he signed a massive 3 year contract with Djurgårdens IF. He started the season as the team’s 2nd line center, where he struggled immensely. Longrod posted a -35 +/- in 52 games with the club, and finished with an abhorrent 1 goal, 2 assists. Djurgårdens IF searched desperately for answers as to why their expected franchise center wasn’t preforming. They tried many different combinations of lines, but ended up missing the playoffs in a year that they were supposed to be cup contenders. It was a disappointing season, but many believed Longrod just needed time to grow into his role.

Fast forward to Longrod’s 2nd season with Djurgårdens IF. Von Danglecoch is pointless through 7 games, when his season is ended by a torn meniscus. Rather than focus on rehab, Longrod lost control of his life. Reports of his drunken and drugged up antics in Stockholm became more and more frequent. Longrod put on a massive amount of weight, and when he reported for Djurgårdens IF’s training camp he was sluggish and off balanced, a complete 180 from the speedy skater he once was.

Despite all of his issues during his 2nd season, Von Danglecoch made Djurgårdens IF’s roster, but played on the 4th line and was often a healthy scratch. Late in his 3rd season with Djurgårdens IF, Longrod began to show improvement. He was winning a majority of his face-offs, gathering some assists, and playing a much better overall 2-way game. In the last game of the season, Von Danglecoch finished with 2 goals and 2 assists, and Djurgårdens IF fans rejoiced. Perhaps Longrod would still work out after all.

The celebrations that followed Longrod’s career game would be his downfall. Swedish police found the Center blacked out in a dumpster, toxicology reports would later indicate that he had Cocaine, Xanax, and Ketamine in his system, in addition to alcohol. Djurgårdens IF cut the once star prospect the following day.

To his surprise, Longrod began receiving offers from VHLM teams that were in need of forwards. After being cut by Djurgårdens IF, he believed his career was over. He had never been to North America, and figured that this would be his chance to start fresh. He accepted an offer from the Saskatoon Wild, and made his way to Canada, not knowing what to expect.

There was no crowd of fans waiting for him at the airport. There were no radio shows discussing his future, or newspaper articles comparing him to Henrik Zetterburg. This was a completely different experience than the one he had as a 17 year old star. Perhaps that’s what Longrod needs to reach his potential, a humble beginning, away from the spotlight, in Saskatoon Canada.
 

Hey Saskatoon, just wanted to apologize for going inactive and bailing on my last player. I was excited to see that Corco offered to sign my recreate and give me a 2nd chance, so when I get off work I will be returning to the Wild!!! Hopefully now that I got this sim league stuff down my 2nd try at VHL will be much more successful

Well it's great to have yeah!

Hey Saskatoon, just wanted to apologize for going inactive and bailing on my last player. I was excited to see that Corco offered to sign my recreate and give me a 2nd chance, so when I get off work I will be returning to the Wild!!! Hopefully now that I got this sim league stuff down my 2nd try at VHL will be much more successful

Name: Bradley Marko
Position: RW
Height: 74 inches
Weight: 191 lbs
Age: 17
Hometown: Vancouver
 
Vancouver native Bradley Marko looks to make some immediate noise in the VHLM this season. Marko finished 4th in points (59) in the Northwestern Junior Hockey League (NWJHL), leading the Burnaby Admirals to a championship appearance. 

Pros:
Marko has an excellent defensive stick in transition, forcing neutral zone turnovers and providing a reliable forecheck. He can pick an opponents pocket then quickly redirect the offense the other way. Marko lacks the strength or size to be an effective hitter, but makes up for it with his quick hands. His timing on stick lifts and poke checks is second to none, and in a moments notice he can recover the puck and take off full speed in the opposite direction.
 
Marko's explosive playmaking ability makes him a huge concern for the teams he's carrying the puck against. He is a strong skater with good puck control, and his patience allows his teammates to spread out the defense and find the open look.
 
Bradley Marko's most valuable asset is his precision passing. His masterful use of the saucer pass led him to the most assists (54) in the NWJHL last season. Time and time again we saw Marko force a turnover in the opponents defensive zone, then quickly turn and fling a cross-ice pass for a one-timed goal. 
 
Cons:
Marko is an average height for the VHLM, but he is a little underweight and lacks the strength to keep up at the professional level. His speed and positioning have compensated for his lack of strength at lower levels of play, but Marko will need to bulk up to be a force in the VHL. 
 
Marko's shooting abilities are somewhat concerning. He struggles to get pucks up in the air, and has a rather slow release on his wrist shot. He tallied only 5 goals in the NWJHL last season, despite being a part of the most explosive line in the league. That being said, Marko was still the mastermind behind the offense, setting a franchise record for assists. Markos scoring chances come when he is given enough room to make a move on the goalie. 3 of his 5 goals last season came off a deke to his backhand, where he was able to slide the puck into an empty net.
 
Marko's temper is something VHL teams should be conscious of. He lacks discipline, which sometimes leads his team to trouble. Marko took a bad, retaliatory, cross-checking penalty in the NWJHL final last season, where the game winning goal was scored on the ensuing powerplay. He is not afraid to step up and fight for his teammates, but Marko needs to learn when to drop the gloves and when to just skate away.
 
Final Thoughts:
Marko's strong defensive instincts and natural passing ability make him one of the more balanced prospects in the VHLM. With some work on his strength and shooting, Marko has the potential to be a top 6 2 Way Forward/Playmaker in the VHL.

Beautiful

@Marko
 
*For Kohler

first career assist for Marko the playmaker

accepted, lets go Saskatoon! 

whipped out the cannons for this one

first career assist for Marko the playmaker