Player Information
Username: Jer_Lefebvre
Player Name: Thickums Mcgillacutty
Recruited From: Returning
Age: 18
Position: D
Height: 74 in.
Weight: 204 lbs.
Birthplace: Greenland
Player Information
Username: Jer_Lefebvre
Player Name: Thickums Mcgillacutty
Recruited From: Returning
Age: 18
Position: D
Height: 74 in.
Weight: 204 lbs.
Birthplace: Greenland
Player Information
Username: Jer_Lefebvre
Player Name: Thickums Mcgillacutty
Recruited From: Returning
Age: 18
Position: D
Height: 74 in.
Weight: 204 lbs.
Birthplace: Greenland
Player Information
Username: Jer_Lefebvre
Player Name: Thickums Mcgillacutty
Recruited From: Returning
Age: 18
Position: D
Height: 74 in.
Weight: 204 lbs.
Birthplace: Greenland
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1)hopefully good cause I’m excited lol
2) no idea but I’m back and ready to go had so issues I’m life to deal with but we are back baby
3)I’m sure it will level off just an early season boom
4)Not sure hopefully as a very productive player
5)slow start for my penguins they are picking it up tho
6)pizza
1) OK I love playing for philly I love the city I love the fans no question but Um what did @Mike say??? Ya Bills Mafia all the way!! “YOU DIGG??” ?
2) Gotta be one of the oh captain my captain my buddy Elsby he’s always doing what he can to pick up the boys, and I’m pretty vocal myself
3) Great kid good work ethic haven’t got too much. In depth with him yet but lots of time big playoff run coming!
4) I plan on being around for another year so it’s not really In my mind just yet
5)HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHHAHAHAHAHAHAHHAHAHAHAHAHAHA ok ok I’m sorry guys hahahahaha hahahahaha here I’ll show you a screen shot from the video
Seeing it is theme week and this seasons theme focuses on the future I have decided to put sole thought into what direction I would want to go next once Jer Lefebvre has run his course! Now don’t get me wrong Jer is only in his 3rd and final season in the VHLM, next year he will make the jump to the pros but still has a long career ahead of him before I can get going on my next create. However, with that being so, I took the week and did some thinking, and it was some tough thinking but I think I am going to take the plunge and develop myself a goaltender !
When I first created Jer Lefebvre it was a very very easy decision! I have been a forward my whole life, always played center and am the same size as Jer. So when it came time to create my first player I just created myself. Even with the in depth we are able to get with developing our skills it allowed me to be myself even more, and good skating, shoot first, but still a great playmaker kind of player. I have really enjoyed having Lefebvre as my player so far and With lots more career to go i am very excited to see the path it takes, but when I think about having a goalie it makes me just a little more exciting as it will be a change of pace that I have never been used to!
I find that not many want to go that route but in my life being a forward throughout actual hockey career I have always been intrigued by playing goalie, I would even play it sometimes in pick up or exhibition games. So what better place to be able to be a goaltender than the VHL! It gives you the ability to be anything you could imagine any type of forward,defence, and yes even a goalie!
I think that I’m terms of nationality I will stick with a good old homegrown Canadian boy, in my opinion Canada produces goalies like no other country, so I think I will stick with that. Looking at his personal attributes I will definetly be making him taller in stature as many goalies now a days are at least 6 foot, and will be somewhere in the are of 200 pounds, always nice having a little lighter of a goalie, allowing him to be more flexible and Mobile.
In terms of ability, I plan on developing his skills after the model of Carey Price. With his always calm, cool, and collected demeanour it is idea to have in those clutch situations. Price is widely considered one of, if not the best goaltender in the world, so if my goalies skills can be developed to even half of his he will have a very successful career.
Now this decision is not completely set in stone as there is a vast amount of time from the end of Jer Lefebvre’s career and now, my mind could change multiple times, but as of right now I am for sure leaning towards starting a career with a goaltender... the most important position in hockey!
1) I think to a certain point yes just depends most are biased to their market
2) I’m not worried about that I know wherever we end up we have the guys in this room to win a championship
3) again I’m not worried about that stuff if we stick to what we do best as a team and come together we can beat anyone
4) I think for me it’s my own confidence this season has really allowed me to show what I do best
5) camp life for sure
6) summer because I spend most of my weekends either golfing or at camp
Seeing it is theme week and this seasons theme focuses on the future I have decided to put sole thought into what direction I would want to go next once Jer Lefebvre has run his course! Now don’t get me wrong Jer is only in his 3rd and final season in the VHLM, next year he will make the jump to the pros but still has a long career ahead of him before I can get going on my next create. However, with that being so, I took the week and did some thinking, and it was some tough thinking but I think I am going to take the plunge and develop myself a goaltender !
When I first created Jer Lefebvre it was a very very easy decision! I have been a forward my whole life, always played center and am the same size as Jer. So when it came time to create my first player I just created myself. Even with the in depth we are able to get with developing our skills it allowed me to be myself even more, and good skating, shoot first, but still a great playmaker kind of player. I have really enjoyed having Lefebvre as my player so far and With lots more career to go i am very excited to see the path it takes, but when I think about having a goalie it makes me just a little more exciting as it will be a change of pace that I have never been used to!
I find that not many want to go that route but in my life being a forward throughout actual hockey career I have always been intrigued by playing goalie, I would even play it sometimes in pick up or exhibition games. So what better place to be able to be a goaltender than the VHL! It gives you the ability to be anything you could imagine any type of forward,defence, and yes even a goalie!
I think that I’m terms of nationality I will stick with a good old homegrown Canadian boy, in my opinion Canada produces goalies like no other country, so I think I will stick with that. Looking at his personal attributes I will definetly be making him taller in stature as many goalies now a days are at least 6 foot, and will be somewhere in the are of 200 pounds, always nice having a little lighter of a goalie, allowing him to be more flexible and Mobile.
In terms of ability, I plan on developing his skills after the model of Carey Price. With his always calm, cool, and collected demeanour it is idea to have in those clutch situations. Price is widely considered one of, if not the best goaltender in the world, so if my goalies skills can be developed to even half of his he will have a very successful career.
Now this decision is not completely set in stone as there is a vast amount of time from the end of Jer Lefebvre’s career and now, my mind could change multiple times, but as of right now I am for sure leaning towards starting a career with a goaltender... the most important position in hockey!
Before I jump into this article, I would like to give a few disclaimers
1. The data I used for this article were from Games 1-174 of the S73 VHLM Regular Season, so the data may be a bit out of date now, but is accurate for how the player is performing this year.
2. The data is calculated averages, so if some people look like they are on the wrong spots on the list, that is why.
3. The formula I used was the rankings of the players in categories
So if one player is ranked 1st in goals and 10th in assists, they get 11 (1 + 10). The player with the lowest number is the best forward because they are the highest in the all-around rankings. I thought it would be fairer to do it this way than with a flawed formula, that’s why I decided to do it.
The 4 categories that I measured for this article:
Goals per 60
Assists per 60
Shots per 60
Plus/Minus per 60
These 4 stats help give you a good grasp of how good the player is offensively and whether they are committed in the defensive zone. Now, onto the article
The VHLM has a lot of forwards, but have you ever wondered which one is the best. Well, with me wasting 3 days of my life making an excel sheet filled with data and another 3 days writing this, you may have a pretty good idea. Here is my list of the top 50 forwards in the VHLM for S73!
Shoutout goes out to @JigglyGumballs for helping me surf through all this data. It took us 3 days to organize it. I definitely owe you one bud!
Even though Odinson is at the bottom of our list, he is one of the bright spots on an otherwise dim Yukon Rush team this season. He’ll probably be around next season in the M and he certainly has room to grow as a player. He has been good at chipping in offensively and his +/- doesn’t show the full story defensively as he is usually the first forward back on the backcheck. Time will tell if he pans out, but with the way this year has gone for Yukon, you have to like what you have seen from him.
Strong has been a decent forward for Saskatoon, putting up solid numbers and generating a lot of offence for his teammates through putting the puck on net. He isn’t the best play driver but he is good at taking the puck off of his man in the defensive zone. He can use his speed to take the puck directly into the zone with ease. Just like Odinson, time will tell if he pans out but even if he isn’t a superstar, still a solid forward that Saskatoon has up their sleeve.
The only Halifax player on this list, Empty has been one of the few bright spots on a disaster season for Halifax so far. However, with Empty, Juulita and Mount all being Centres, there is a solid core starting to form. The 3 of them play together and play admirably given the circumstances each and every night. If management can set them up with some wingers, this will be a great team to watch next year. As for Empty, his production has been solid and is good at driving the play by getting pucks on the net.
John LeClair is the perfect lockdown forward. He is able to chip pucks on net in decent numbers and contribute to the offence on the regular, but where he really shines is in the defensive zone. He has great back checking and stick checking abilities that help keep the puck of San Diego’s net. He is still very young, but I would love to see him embrace his offensive side. Often, forwards struggle to adapt to being defensive. He already has that down. If he is able to embrace his offensive side, I can see him being one of the best two-way forwards in the game in a few seasons and if he has the right coach, that isn’t too far out of the realm of possibility.
Mac has been a bright spot for Mississauga, the only forward from that team to appear on this list. He has a great shot and is great at getting pucks on net. He is great at using his speed to enter the zone and either set up his teammates for a shot or take it towards the net himself. His defence is questionable, but if he has the right coaching and plays in the correct role, this is easily correctable. He certainly has the backchecking ability, shown in numerous games this season. It is more about defensive skills like shot-blocking and stick checking where he has his flaws. Time will tell if he pans out, but I see Michael Mac being a top player not too far from today.
Acquired in a trade earlier this season from the Miami Marauders, Aalto has been a solid offensive addition for Mexico City. Not a notable goal scorer, but a great setup guy and great and getting the puck on net. Aalto’s biggest weakness is his defensive play. You can excuse his -1.95 rating due to him being on a below-average Mexico City team, but he still needs to improve. He frequently takes penalties trying to take the puck away from opposing superstars. This is an easy fix and could propel Aalto to one of the VHLM’s best two-way players. Either way, Aalto is a force to reckon with in the offensive zone, with or without the puck.
Vlad Imir is the definition of a ground and pound player. His goals may not be on the highlight reel every night and he may not be the greatest defensively, but he puts everything he has out on the ice. He is great at winning puck battles and getting pucks on net. He’s been working on his offensive skill this season and it shows, his numbers increasing as the season goes on. He is also great at using his body to shield the puck from opponents. He has the grit part of hockey down. If he adds the skill portion, he will be a player that opponents will be planning for every night.
43. Theodore James St Louis (OTT)
@Nick Kirkpatrick
St Louis isn’t exactly the superstar of the offence, but he’s still a decent forward you can slot as a support forward into your top 9. He certainly isn’t the best setup man or goal scorer, but he gets the job done. Similar to Vlad Imir, he is great at winning puck battles which is perfect if you can slot him in with 2 great offensive players. He can win the puck and wear down the opponents, opening up the ice for your stars and is great at taking it in by himself during a change by getting the puck on the net using his speed. Not to mention he is a great defensive forward. He is great at using his long reach to take the puck away and isn’t afraid to put his body on the line. He’ll be a force to be reckoned with once he begins his ascent to solid offensive numbers. The future is bright for him and I’m excited to see what St Louis can do next year.
Cheechoo has been another solid acquisition for the Rush. He’s one of the team’s best offensive play drivers and is great in his own end. He is great at getting the puck to the net and frequently it pays off. With how young that Yukon team is and with all signs pointing to a majority of the roster staying down, he should be a big part of a possible Yukon push for the Founder’s Cup next year.
Xin is one of the best shooters on the Lynx roster. As you can tell by the stats, he doesn’t shoot the puck very often but when he does, it more often than not goes in. He also is great at puck battles, being one of Ottawa’s most versatile players. He has also honed his defensive abilities to a tee, usually the first player back defensively and able to strip the puck from the attackers on most occasions. Xin will most likely play in the VHLM next season and I expect his passing ability to be honed to a tee so he will be dangerous even when he doesn’t have the puck. Other than that, Xin is exactly what you want from a young forward, hungry for more ice time and willing to do everything to put his team in a position to win every night.
King has been a mixed bag this season. He started the season off hot playing on a line with Dakota Lamb and Patrik Laine, but has since cooled down. That is no knock to him as he has a wicked wrist shot and is great at getting the puck on net. Even though King hasn’t been scoring recently, he has been playing great defensively. His ability to take the puck away from opposing players in the defensive zone is great when you are not scoring. If King is able to get his production up, he will be a threat any time he is on the ice. He is one of those players that opposing teams do not like to play against.
I've watched Waters play a lot this season and I have to say, I think he is beginning to come into his own. He’s been one of the best setup guys on the Aces and there is a good chance he’ll be around next year. He isn’t the best at carrying the puck into the offensive zone at this moment, but being stable both offensively and defensively like he is can help him learn that part of his game much quicker. Even though he is ranked last among the top 50 in terms of scoring, I have seen improvement in his shooting. Time will tell if he can turn into a two-way threat offensively but the future looks bright for Waters.
Thornton has had a heck of a year in Miami. His most notable improvement in his game has been defensively. A lot of times last year, we saw him come down the ice with a late back check and seemed hesitant to step into the shooting lanes. Not this year. He’s consistently one of the first players back on defense and isn’t afraid to get into those shooting lanes, but his stick checking has seen the most improvement. His ability to take the puck away from the other team’s best players is great when you add it to him coming into his own as a playmaker. If any team in the upcoming draft needs a setup man for their shooters, Thornton is one of the best options in the class.
John is one of the best defensive forwards in the game. He’s not one of the best forwards in terms of scoring ability, but he does have a nice touch and is good at setting up his teammates for shots. His defensive ability is second to none on the Minnesota roster this season. His ability to steal the puck, kill penalties and get into the shooting lanes are amazing. If he can get his offensive side going, I see him being a good two-way forward sometime in the future.
36. Rhynex Entertainment (LVA)
@Rhynex Entertainment
Rhynex has been a solid performer for the Aces this year. He isn’t exactly the greatest at getting the puck on net or finding the corner, but he is excellent in other areas. His passing ability is a big reason why he is one of the league’s top setup guys. He is also great in the defensive zone with his shot blocking and stick checking. Time will tell if he can get his shooting game going, but if his shooting begins to pick up, he will be a fun player to watch.
Andreshinkov has been the most consistent forward on the Rush roster. He has a solid wrist shot and can give the top shooters a one timer on a tee. He is not afraid to grind for the puck and usually dumps it on the net and chases it. Despite what that plus minus rating says, he is very responsible in his own zone. Not outstanding, but he does what he is told to do by the coaches. His next steps to become a borderline elite player would be to improve his defensive ability and practice his offensive skills 5 on 5.
Schwarz has had a good season with the Marlins so far. He has been great in the defensive zone, frequently taking the puck away from opponents. His shot has also seen improvement. The only things I see Schwarz having to improve on is his passing. He is good at getting pucks to the net, but sometimes he shoots when another move is the best option. This would just come down to the situation and I think as his hockey IQ improves, he’ll know exactly what to do. The future is very bright for Schwarz.
Reynolds has been a great piece for the Aces this season. He’s a versatile forward who can play almost anywhere up and down the lineup and be productive. He has been a solid point producer, but where he really shines is in the defensive zone. He’s consistently the first forward back when the opposing team has the back and doesn’t give the opposition an easy zone entry, standing them up at the blue line. He also isn’t afraid to drop down into the shooting lanes.
LeBastard has been a very dynamic player for the Marauders this year. He has mostly played in that first line center spot and has been consistently putting points up all year. His defensive play has improved tremendously from last year, shown by his willingness to block shots and his improved stick checking abilities. As the captain of the Marauders, he hopes to lead them deep into the playoffs.
Starting off a stretch of 3 straight Ottawa players on this list, Volchenkov is one of the best playmaking forwards on a surging Lynx squad searching for a Founder’s Cup title. Volchenkov’s play 5 on 5 has been tremendous. His shot is there secretly and he has a knack for getting pucks on net, but he needs to work on his defensive play. He’s a pretty good defender don’t get me wrong, but he could be a lot better given his ceiling. If he is able to learn more about defense and implement that into his play, he will be even more dangerous next year. I see a bright future for him.
Glass has become a very big piece of this Lynx team. His shooting ability is already there, not shooting the puck very often, but making it count. His shooting percentage this season has been extremely impressive, sitting at 19.39% through 45 games. When other teams hone in on his shot, he is also very efficient at passing. He can put a one timer on a tee. He is no defensive slouch either, being one of the best defensive forwards in the league. I do not see a weak spot in his game and it will be interesting to see how far he has come in a few years time, especially if he puts in the work like he has been doing up to this point.
Kuchar has been a great two way addition for the Lynx. Despite being a smaller player with a 5’10 frame, he is one of the fiercest players out there. He is great at forechecking and always makes sure to send a message by finishing his checks. He has been a consistent point producer all season long to boot, not to mention he plays great in the defensive zone. He will be a fun player to watch after he makes the jump to the VHL.
Rush has been a player to watch for the Aces this season, moving into his own as a top shooter for them. He still chips in with his already slick passing game and is great at putting pucks on net. The only place I think Rush needs work is on the defensive side of the ice. He has been a plus player, but I think if he had just a bit more defensive knowledge, he would become a force in the defensive zone. Time will tell, but even if he needs the defensive growth or not, Rush is still a great offensive compliment to any lineup.
The first of two Reapers players inside the top 30, Marimoto has been playing great during an abysmal season for the Reapers. He can consistently set up his teammates for scoring chances or shooting the puck himself. He is a great fighter in the zone, not afraid to fight for the puck and knows how to get the puck on net. Despite what his Plus/Minus rating may say, he’s been a great defensive forward, managing to still be a plus player with the insane amount of goals that opponents have scored against the Reapers. It will be fun to watch him grow with the Reapers next year with the help he hopefully receives around him.
Sandstrom has been a force with the Aces this season. His ability to get pucks on net and stop oncoming opponents in the neutral zone have been noticeable. He is one of the most consistent offensive producers in the league, going on massive point-streaks throughout the season. His defensive play has also been noticeable. It could use a bit of work but he’s been playing solid in his own end, never giving up a soft goal while he is on the ice.
Dylansen has been another member of the Reapers who has been playing out of his mind this season. He is a pure two-way forward with a great shot and great puck handling skills. Just like Marimoto, he has been great in the defensive zone especially considering Philadelphia’s roster this season. It will be interesting to see him and Marimoto when they have some more forward help and stability in net and defensively.
The first of six Houston Bulls players to appear in the top 25, Campbell has had a solid year with the Bulls, coming into her own as a playmaker in the offensive zone. Campbell is also great at taking the puck into the offensive zone. Defensively, she is no slouch either, being a plus player in Houston’s heavy offence system. It will be interesting to see her develop and I think she will be a top player in either the VHLM or VHL someday.
Sens is a great forward for Miami. He has been a steady point producer on a competing Miami squad that was on fire to start the season. Sens is known for his shooting ability. More specifically, his ability to put the puck on net from anywhere on the ice and his ability to pick the corners when he shoots. He is no defensive slouch either, playing great in the defensive zone and being a force in the neutral zone, denying several zone entries while he is on the ice. When you consider that both him and fellow Marauder Patrik Laine will be heading off to Helsinki next season, it will be interesting to see the chemistry that has developed between the two and how they will fit in that Helsinki lineup.
Baillie has been one of the best passers in the league this season with Saskatoon. His ability to thread the needle whether he’s at the point or below the goal line is impressive. He has a good shot as well and is good at grinding for pucks in the corners and throwing them to the net. His defensive ability could use a little bit of work, but he still plays great in the defensive zone night in and night out. It will be interesting to see how he develops over the next few seasons.
Weiss has been a bright spot on a Mexico City roster this year. Weiss has come into his own with one of the best wrist shots in the league. Combine this with his playmaking ability and defensive play without much help around him other than another Mexico City forward coming up on our list and it is easy to see why Mexico City fans can be excited by what they see in Weiss.
Steve has been a solid supporting forward for the Marlins this season. His ability to fight for pucks and get pucks on net have led to a rise in his minutes. He also has a fine touch, recording a lot of goals and assists with his great playmaking and shooting abilities. He is no defensive slouch either, constantly taking the puck from opposing players in his own zone. I think Steve will develop into a solid player you can fit pretty much anywhere in your roster, but time will tell.
Krestanovich has blossomed into a great player with Saskatoon. Him and Dan Baillie Jr are a great duo as Baillie can set him up for his signature wrist shots. Krestanovich can also ground and pound in the corner with a loose puck. His ability to use his body to shield the puck and take control helps him win those battles more often than not. He also plays great in his own zone, not hesitating to step into a shooting lane.
Mingle has developed into an excellent scorer for Houston. He is great at scoring goals and getting pucks on net. His playmaking ability is also great, often making no look passes to open teammates. His defensive game has grown throughout the season, becoming one of the best two-way forwards in this Houston lineup. I can’t wait to see where Mingle is at in a few years as he continues to get better.
Nousiainen has become an offensive machine. Nousiainen has seen a lot of growth offensively due to Houston’s heavy offense system. Nousiainen can easily make highlight reel passes and score goals, becoming very dynamic with a surging Houston lineup. Nousiainen would be a great fit in any lineup whether it is as a depth forward or as a superstar. Nousiainen isn’t afraid to fight for the puck either, often going into the corner and taking big hits to retrieve the puck.
Lin has been a great performer in Mexico City this year. His ability to score goals and create offense with very little help around him aside for Weiss is amazing. Mexico does have some decent prospects coming up the pipe and it will be interesting to see how they fit in the lineup with Lin. Despite what the plus/minus rating says, Lin has been great in his own zone, doing every he can to keep pucks out of Mexico City’s net. It will be interesting to see where his game will be at once he enters the VHL.
Newhook is one of the best playmakers on this year’s Minnesota Storm roster. His ability to pass from below the net or from the blue line is very impressive. Also, the accuracy of his passes that are long passes, like from his own zone to the opposing blue line are also extremely impressive. He plays great in his own zone too, using his skill set to steal the puck, protect the puck and then pass it out to a teammate. Newhook is a fun player to watch and will be for years to come.
Just ahead of Newhook is one of the best shooters in the Minnesota lineup. Brewitt has a great wrist shot and can throw the puck on the opposing net from anywhere on the ice. His defensive abilities are impressive too. He can use his body to shield the puck and keep attacking players away and while protecting it can knock it to a teammate to rush the other way. Brewitt is a complete 200-foot player and it will be interesting to see how good he will end up by the time his career is over.
Laine has been an interesting case to watch all season. He was originally looking to play in the VHL but ended up staying down with the Marauders. Laine has an excellent wrist shot and an equally deadly one timer. He is also one of the best defensive forwards in the league, consistently back first on the back check and able to steal the puck more often than not. The problem for Laine this year has been consistency. He started the season off scoring pretty much at will, but has cooled off since, having many game sheets filled with zeros. If Laine can be consistent down the stretch and into the playoffs, he will be a fun player to watch.
Lamb was a force to be reckoned with last year when he played with Miami during their inaugural season in the VHLM. After his play so far this year, his growth as a player is extremely noticeable. He still has that great shot, but has turned into more of a playmaker with a better supporting cast around him. He has also improved his defensive play, honing his stick checking and shot blocking abilities during the offseason. It will be interesting to see how he will be used in the VHL.
Jeff has been a great forward on both ends of the ice. His playmaking ability is one of the reasons for Houston’s power play operating at 35% and their high flying style being so successful. He knows how to properly fight for the puck in the corner and knows when to carry pucks in or throw them on net. He also has a great wrist shot. It will be interesting to see where he goes in the VHL, but I sure as hell will be watching him no matter what team he goes to.
Kicking off the top 10 is Jer Lefebvre of the Minnesota Storm. He has been the best balanced forward on the Storm roster. He has a great wrist shot and excellent passing ability in the offensive zone and great stick checking and shot blocking skills in the defensive zone. He has been a fun player to watch so far this year and he’s only going to get better.
Dear has been a big part of Houston’s success this season. Dear has the ability to pick the perfect shot and make the perfect pass. She is also good defensively in her own zone. However, she has to be one of the smartest players on the ice. Just looking at small clips in all 3 phases of the game, you can tell she knows where everyone is on the ice. I can’t wait to see how good she will get in the coming years.
Angellini has been one of the best passers in the league on a seemingly playoff-bound Marlins squad. His ability to make passes to teammates, even when he can’t see them is impressive. Angellini also has a booming slapshot, frequently shooting one timers using his ability. He is also no slouch into the defensive zone as he is one of the best stick checkers in the league. It will be interesting to see how good Angellini will get before he embarks on his journey to the VHL.
After being picked 1st overall in the S73 VHLM Dispersal Draft, you would expect the stakes to be high for John Merrick. Well, he has lived up to hype. He has one of the best wrist shots in the league and can score from pretty much anywhere in the offensive zone. He is also a great passer who knows exactly where his teammates will be. He is also great in the defensive zone with his ability to block shots and steal the puck.
The highest ranking lady on our list is Venus Thightrap. Venus has an incredible shot. Her wrist shot and one timer are like bullets. She is an excellent playmaker as well, not afraid to use her body to separate her opponents from the puck and her ability to make no looks passes has surprised me time and again this season. She loves to get the puck on net when she enters the offensive zone and it has paid off throughout the season. She has excellent defensive abilities too, not afraid of dropping down to block and shot and able to steal the puck with ease using her stick checking abilities. The only weakness I see in her game at the moment is the faceoff dot. She already has all of the other important aspects of her style to a tee and if she is able to become a threat in the faceoff dot, I see her making a big splash in the VHL next season.
Kicking off our top 5 is Kasey Tamm of the Las Vegas Aces. Tamm is great at putting pucks on net and battling for pucks, ranking first in shots per 60. Tamm also has an excellent wrist shot. Tamm has been working on evident weaknesses in the defensive zone and comparing film from the first game of the season versus now is like night and day. I am excited to see how good Tamm will get before making the jump to the VHL.
In an interesting trade earlier this season, Arthur Dayne was sent to the Ottawa Lynx. The trade so far has paid off for both Dayne and the Lynx in spades as Dayne has been having a great season with Ottawa. He has a great shot and playmaking ability. He gets pucks to the net consistently and can often surprise opposing goalies by faking a dump in and throwing it on the net. Dayne has also come into his own as a great defensive forward, often helping Ottawa barricade their blue lines and letting no one get past him easily.
Hall has been an absolute force up and down the ice in Minnesota, good enough to rank 3rd on my list. He has a wicked wrist shot and loves to throw the puck on net. He has playmaking ability as well, adding to an already threatening arsenal of skills. He is good defensively too, but perhaps his biggest strength is his puck handling. He dangles the puck like it is on a string. I can’t wait to see his play go to the next level later this season.
Coming in at 2nd on our list is Jesper Norberg of the Saskatoon Wild. Norberg is a natural goal scorer, shown by him ranking first in goals per 60. He also loves to shoot the puck and surprise the goaltenders. He can make excellent passes with his great vision of the ice and is no slouch in the defensive zone either, often taking the puck back before a dangerous chance is given up. Norberg and our number 1 ranked forward make a great duo.
Ranking at number one on our list of forwards is Florent Vericel of the Saskatoon Wild! Florent has a great wrist shot, but his passing ability is one of a kind. He can make passes without even looking where his teammates are. He also loves to get pucks on net, ranking 2nd in shots per 60. However, his defensive ability is amazing. He rarely takes penalties while defending and can use stick checking and body checking to get the puck. He also isn’t afraid to jump into the shooting lanes. It will be really fun to see how much better Vericel can get and how he will perform at the VHL level.
1) It is nice to see the league so tight, means many teams are staying competitive.
2) Gotta be the one and only Sid the kid, has been my favourite player since I was little still now is the best in the world
3)Touching subject would rather not talk about it lol
4) My bantam year playing Triple A hockey in Canada I had 63 points in 32 games playing against the best players in the province and our team came second in the all ontarios
5) Tacccooooossss
6)I’m expecting to break the 100 point plateau that is my personal goal for the year
7) I try to emulate the electrifying Nathan Mackinnon!!
1) my personal goals for this season are to be top 5 in scoring in the VHLM and be a constant leader in the room.
2) I think expecting anything less than a championship with this special group I believe we have would be selling ourselves short,
3) In all honesty I think our biggest struggle throguh the regular season will be to stay consistent and engaged. We know we are a good team and we are going to be in the playoffs we just need to stay on track to prepare for it.
4) I think our biggest strength is our offensive ability, we have some high powered scorers on this team and we showed it in those first two games.
5) gotta love me some happy Gilmore can never go wrong with a classic haha
7) Hoping to get the call to play for Canada at some point would be an amazing honour
1. I like the break, a little bit of a recharge before getting back into the grind
2. Gotta be rooting for my roots the good old Canadian boys!!
3. I love the intensity and the passion it brings and of course winning I hate to lose more than anything
4. Looking forward to being a leader, and helping the newer players as we take a run at the championship, this will be my third year now and I need to lead by example
5. I think the team is looking very strong and we have one of the best shots to take a deep run
6. Definetly get the one win! Championships are everything that’s all that matter no one remembers who came second place
7. No not really, it is a league meant mostly for development, every team should have their own alumni area as most do but hall of fame I don’t think is necessary
8. So good lol
The 2 best words in all of sports without a question GAME 7. Coming into the series there was very little doubt that it was going to be a close one, with our team in Philly being only separated from Saskatoon by only 3 points it was bound to go the distance.
Many on the outside looking in figured this was where we would end up, a game 7 the most exciting thing you can possibly be a part of as an athlete. I know I’m philly we figured would could get it done in 5 or 6 and I’m sure Saskatoon figured the same. However with two teams who had themselves very great season we are here.
We are at the breaking point of the series, with Mexico City knocking off the top rated Minnesota Storm in 6 games the finals could be anyone’s.
There is a lot of pressure that come with a game 7, but with the great additions made at the deadline for philly and the strong core we had in place all season long we have what it takes to get things done!!
Well it seems that that day is finally upon me that day where all your hard work and all your success really come to light. Yes week by week you get into your routine, you do your press conference, you go to practice, do your articles, all the things you need to do to earn that oh so valuable TPE. And yes some weeks your are busy or you just don’t feel like it, and you do that welfare, and that is ok this career in the VHL it is a marathon not a sprint there is lots of time to get where you need to be you just need to be consistent. So as I sit here and write this article I just want to reflect because by the time I am done I will have done it the next milestone in my career I will reach 250 TPE, and have shown that my hard work had paid off.
In the beginning things started off a little slow for me, not just in the sims but in the VHL as a whole. As a fresh new recruit it can be and is very overwhelming with so many things you need to do and remember to do each and every week. Thankfully I had a great support system around me to keep me on the right path and focused on my goal of developing into the best player I could be.
Now that I have been around for over a season and a half and am about to hit 250 TPE if there is one thing I would say is the most important thing for new players, it is to be just what I said before consistent. You need to get into a routine, it has to be like clockwork to get that 12 capped every single week to become the best you can be. Of course there will be weeks where it is not possible because life catches up to you but that’s why the welfare is there some weeks you just have no choice but to take advantage of it there’s no shame in that.
Lastly I would just like to say that I have been looking forward to this milestone since I started a season ago with the basement Houston Bulls, it was a tough go when I first came in but we turned it around and made a huge push for the playoffs. Now as I look back it has been such an amazing experience so far for me in the VHL. As I sit coming to the end of this article it is really a big moment for me, I’m excited to see what’s in store, I don’t know if I will be pro nest year or have one more year of development in the VHLM, I mean I don’t even know what is going to happen tonight. There’s a huge game 7 on the line it could go either way, but what I do know is I’m going to live in the moment nothing better than the best 2 words in hockey GAME 7 !!!
Well it is safe to say we have found ourselves in a dog fight now! Going through the first series against Mississauga, we went about our business with ease. Now we have Saskatoon on the table and boy are they putting up more of a fight than expected, I applaud them..but now it is time for us to buckle down!
This team we have in Philly is destined for greatness, we are built to win and to win now anything less is going to be a let down. Saskatoon is putting up a good fight and pushing us to give everything we have every time we step on the ice.
Even tho on paper it looks like we should be more ahead Saskatoon has been a great consistent team all year, and from the season series which saw which saw 4 of the 5 games go into extra time, including 3 shootouts we knew we weren’t coming out on top of this one with ease of any sorts.
This series could go the distance but in philly we are ready, we would have it any other way. Yes Saskatoon is a great team but over here we have gamers and guys who are dying for a championship, we have got this I know we do we will come out on the other side!!
In this i will be talking about the Positive moments and players from when i first signed with the Houston Bulls and recapturing the moments that made it great and fun even through the losses. I'll be talking about the players on the team and where they ended up at the start of S72.
Gregg Stallion: A player born out of Belgium standing at 6'0" signed with the Houston Bulls as a right winger near the start of the season. Throughout the season Stallion became a star player for the Bulls putting up 44 goals and 51 assists fora total of 95 points, from start to finish Gregg was a monster on the ice, but not just on the ice off the ice too getting into trouble on the streets and in bars. Off the ice he may and been a crazy drunk causing mischief and put the Houston Bulls Manager Sonnet in debt for years to come with his habits even managing to cost him money playing on the European team , he was the best at turning our losses into wins with his crazy antics and being able to turn the mood around in the locker room. Near the end of the season the Bulls almost made it into the play offs and he was a huge part of the run, rallying up his team for it but coming up short. The season after we would see Stallion being drafted at 15th overall to the the Vancouver Wolves, and for the VHLM dispersal daft to the Las Vegas Aces Where he put up 48goals and 58 assist for a total of 107 points, even making playoffs with the team which is still ongoing.
On a more personal note it was a joy being on the team with @SweatyBeaver not just for his entertaining stories (they were all great) but also helping me and other new members on the team out when needing it. It was a pleasure sir good luck with the Vancouver Wolves.
John Poremba: American born goaltender signed with the Houston Bulls at the beginning of the season a played the full season with the team.
Porembas number aren't the best but playing a bottom team that scraped for the play offs it's not that surprising, with 18 wins and 48 losses John was the backbone that kept Houston in the running for play offs and you could see the improvement he made to his game without the help he deserved. Just like me @CrlineDijohn14 may not have gained as much as he could have but continued to earn the minimum he could, talked and joked with the rest of us and helping out where he could. The off season seen John getting drafted 31st overall to the Calgary Wranglers, and 34th overall to the Philadelphia Reapers along with Houston Teammate Jer Lefebvre.
Playing with the Reapers was definitely beneficial to John, with 50 wins and 14 losses, a huge reason for the Reapers making it onto the play offs.
Jer Lefebvre:
Fellow Canadian born center man, standing 6' 3" joined the Houston Bulls later into the season playing 38 games and getting 5 goal and 14 assist. Being a late joiner on a bad team there wasn't much expected from the newcomer but he didn't let that hold him down and as the season went on he continued to grow and be a presence on and off the ice, hes a great player to have and an even better teammate in the locker room with his positive attitude even in the losses. Along with others Lefebvre joined in the fun that was Stallions antics and became a main presence on the team. Following S71 Jer was drafted by 23rd overall by the HC Davos Dynamo and along with other Houston teammates to the Philadelphia Reapers 19th overall. His season with the Reapers has been a great one with almost recording 100 point season at 91 points, 29 goals and 62 assist, Jer has shown how much he has grown from the start, and form my short time with the Reapers earned himself being name the assistant captain on the team which was more then earned.
Honestly cant wait to see what @Jer_Lefebvre do great in the play offs, he was a great teammate in Houston and was always fun and positive in the Houston discord, hope you guys win the play offs.
And lastly @Sonnet, I'm honestly glad I decided to sign with the first person that offered after my initial remake player, allowing me to play under him. I'm sure i would have gotten the same experience where ever I signed but glad it was Houston. From the beginning he's done everything a gm should do and as a player everything you could hope he would be, he's almost every question i have had and even the times he didn't he doesn't seem to hesitate to find the answer, at least to me anyway. Hes made my little time in the VHL easy and simple, welcoming to the environment of the league being a great leader overall. I can honestly say Sonnets been the biggest inspiration to stay in the league making it enjoyable for me week to week in the discord, keeping me interacted with the team going along with @SweatyBeaver stories with questions in the pressers and in the discord it was the season of 'drinks on Sonnet', its made my time fun and enjoyable, easy to navigate the league, how to earn to make growth in my player when I decide to earn for him. All around hes been amazing to my knowledge of the league, makes being in the discord enjoyable whether it be conversing or helping you with problems you may have, thanks bud.
To summarize, @SweatyBeaver Frickin Hilarious bud, great reads to get a laugh, and still managed to cost Sonnet money playing for Europe in the wjc, @Jer_Lefebvre Great and positive guy who you want in the lr for his personality alone, @CrlineDijohn14 May not be the biggest earner but our time in Houston was fun when you were in the conversations, best guy, @Sonnet Best
(1031 words, Will claim for two weeks when the next season starts if I Can, and whenever we find out it starts.
1)It’s the atmosphere, something about the playoffs with so much on the like it just ramps up the atmosphere
2)Just gotta keep the train rolling, Choo choo
3)Gotta be Adam Syreck 8 points in 5 games Ouff stay hot
4)Definetly the development I have gone through from last year to this year
5) It doesn’t matter to me whatever team it is we are confident we can roll over them
6)My main focus the last 2 weeks has been getting my defence up to my offensive skills
I want to start off for those of you that don’t know me I’m from a small northern Ontario, Canada town Sault Ste. Marie. In all honesty there is not much to do there other than fish hunt, drink and play hockey. I’m not a big hunter or fisher but do get myself going in the latter 2. So in Ontario there is a league called the OHL (Ontario Hockey League) it is one of 3 leagues that are a part of the CHL (Canadian Hockey League). If you know anything about hockey you will know it because the CHL which includes the OHL, WHL, and the QMJHL is arguably the best developmental league in the world for the NHL. Now to put this in perspective for you here is a list of the number of players taken from the CHL as a whole in the first round of the last 5 NHL drafts, I have also added if a player from any league in the CHL went 1st it 2nd overall.
13 players 2019
13 players 2018, 2nd overall
14 players 2017,1st and 2nd overall
15 players 2016
18 players 2015,1st overall
Now that anyone who didn’t know understands exactly what the OHL and CHL is to the NHL I can continue on talking about why they are similar to the VHLM. So the first major similarity is an obvious one which I just went into detail about, the VHLM is the development league the the VHL. It is where all the young new recruits go in order to be given the tools and have the time to work and develop themselves into a rising star . It is a league where you see guy come in with no idea what they are doing blossom into superstars that tear up the VHL. It is a beautiful site to see just as we see it in the OHL with guys that have come through such as Mitch Marner, And Connor Mcdavid!
Not only is it just similar in the way they develop players but is is similar in the style of play. It is more of a run and gun kind of league, anyone can beat anyone on any given night that is just how junior hockey goes. High scoring games, high scoring players a select few more than the others one year to the next. It seems in the OHL there are always a few players that highly skilled above the rest, just like in the VHL you have your top tier players who have been around already for a season or two and your second tier players that are just starting out. Those players that are the top tier just as in the VHLM find themselves playing in the WJC around Christmas time.
The last big similarity between the OHL and the VHLM is the trade deadline and going for the Championship. Year after year in the OHL or any CHL league teams that have a shot at title trade away parts of their future for the biggest names available. There is one reason for this and it is the same reason in both of the leagues, the top end players don’t stick around. They either advance up to the NHL or on the case of the VHLM they advance up to the VHL it is the exact same format. The best example of this is the Reapers this past deadline they did exactly what any contending OHL team does you load up with the best players available from the lower end teams in order to increase your chances of winning. For me this is the absolutley biggest similarity the graduation of the leagues top players to the best of the best.
I hope you enjoyed this read and some insight into exactly what I feel that the VHLM is as a whole and how it compares to my favourite league to watch in my actual life !?
With only 5 games remaining in the VHLM regular season for the Philadelphia Reapers it is going to be a very close finish for Second spot! With their great regular season Minnesota has first spot locked up but there is a shot at 2nd place for the Reapers. Now don’t get me wrong with Saskatoon having a game in hand while being 4 points ahead it is only a small shot to catch them but there is definitely a chance!
After a very active deadline in which @DMaximus and @Spence King brought in some massive pieces, we have continued right where will left off before the deadline on a winning track winning 17 of our last 20 games. That is what has put us in position to even have the thought of catching them. It has been an amazing season so far it is one of those years where you go into the night now wondering if your going to win but wondering how many you are going to win by, the fans love it, the coaches love it, and the players especially love it.
Hopefully we can finish off this final Stretch strong and catch but if we can’t catch them let’s finish strong, keep this unreal confidence that we have had all year knowing we are going to win almost every night and carry that into a championship run!! #REAPem
With only 5 games remaining in the VHLM regular season for the Philadelphia Reapers it is going to be a very close finish for Second spot! With their great regular season Minnesota has first spot locked up but there is a shot at 2nd place for the Reapers. Now don’t get me wrong with Saskatoon having a game in hand while being 4 points ahead it is only a small shot to catch them but there is definitely a chance!
After a very active deadline in which @DMaximus and @Spence King brought in some massive pieces, we have continued right where will left off before the deadline on a winning track winning 17 of our last 20 games. That is what has put us in position to even have the thought of catching them. It has been an amazing season so far it is one of those years where you go into the night now wondering if your going to win but wondering how many you are going to win by, the fans love it, the coaches love it, and the players especially love it.
Hopefully we can finish off this final Stretch strong and catch but if we can’t catch them let’s finish strong, keep this unreal confidence that we have had all year knowing we are going to win almost every night and carry that into a championship run!! #REAPem
With only 5 games remaining in the VHLM regular season for the Philadelphia Reapers it is going to be a very close finish for Second spot! With their great regular season Minnesota has first spot locked up but there is a shot at 2nd place for the Reapers. Now don’t get me wrong with Saskatoon having a game in hand while being 4 points ahead it is only a small shot to catch them but there is definitely a chance!
After a very active deadline in which @DMaximus and @Spence King brought in some massive pieces, we have continued right where will left off before the deadline on a winning track winning 17 of our last 20 games. That is what has put us in position to even have the thought of catching them. It has been an amazing season so far it is one of those years where you go into the night now wondering if your going to win but wondering how many you are going to win by, the fans love it, the coaches love it, and the players especially love it.
Hopefully we can finish off this final Stretch strong and catch but if we can’t catch them let’s finish strong, keep this unreal confidence that we have had all year knowing we are going to win almost every night and carry that into a championship run!! #REAPem
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