Blazzer

Answer 3 for 1 TPE, 6 for 2 TPE
Week Ending 9/18
 
 
1. Do you have any comments on our performance so far?
 
2. So far, which team as a good shot at winning the championship?
 
3. With an almost full roster, what are our odds at competing in the playoffs?
 
4. Any thoughts on our goalie's performance?
 
5. If we were to pick a rival, which team should it be and why?
 
6. What is your fav song right now?

Welcome everyone,
 
The S85 started yesterday in the VHLE and this season is going to be an important one for the Rome Gladiators. The Gladiators played two games, one against the Istanbul Red Wolves and the other one against the Vasteras Iron Eagles. Rome won the first one against Istanbul 5-4 in Shootouts. Curtis Crumb @Crummer77 had the first star of the game with a performance of 1 goal and 3 assists. The Gladiators sadly lost the other one by the score of 3-1 against Vasteras. DJ Fire Dragon @Firekiss stopped 31 of the 34 shots he faced in this second game for a save percentage of 0,912%. The team also announced the leadership group for the season, Hasbulla Magomedov @Motzaburgeris going to be the captain of the team, James Kagelberg @MatiasMaand Blake Mactavish @Blakemac22 are going to be his assistants. Congratulations to everyone and good season everyone!
 
Thanks everyone, see you next week and let's go Gladiators!!!

On behalf of our GM @Baby Boomer, I'll be announcing the captains for our team. I first want to say congratulations to the 3 members and they are incredibly deserving of leading Rome. Join me in congratulating these 3 wonderful people!
 
Captain - Hasbulla Magomedov @Motzaburger
Assistant - James Kagelberg @MatiasMa
Assistant - Blake McTavish @Blakemac22

1. I am indeed looking forward to seeing how my future unfolds with this team
2. For now I am looking forward to my next VHLM team
3. Tacos
4. The song of the departure of Mireille Mathieu
5. For the moment, I prefer to stay at Toronto AGM.
6. I would like to visit Boston one day 

The new TPE system has been implemented for a handful of seasons now, and I feel that a fair amount of people have a solid grasp on it. For those who don’t, then this may be for you
 
STHS Ratios
Every stat has a ratio attached to it that impacts an aspect of your game. These ratios are different for each stat and being knowledgeable of them will help you maximize your TPE allocation. Let’s focus on scoring for this. 
As you can see, there are 3 stats that affect scoring: Offensive Vision, Slap Shot, and Wrist Shot. The numbers correlate to the stat boost for each TPE level you put into the stat, so every level you have in offensive vision will add 0.3 to your scoring. 
 
Levels and TPE
If TPE levels were linear, then getting to the max level would be super easy; however, it’s a gradual process. 
 

 
Based on the scale, it costs:
- 70 TPE for 0 - 70
- 10 TPE for 70 - 75
- 15 TPE for 75 - 80
- 50 TPE for 80 - 90
- 40 TPE for 90 - 95
- 40 TPE for 95 - 99
225 TPE to max 1 stat
 
And while the cost of TPE increases for each level, the ratios stay the same.
 
Ratio Scaling
Due to the increasing cost of levels and the stagnant ratios, dedicating all TPE to one stat in a category is worse than spreading it out

 
Let’s say you’re a VHLM player that wants to max out their scoring stat (limited to 200 TPE). What one might do is put all their TPE into offensive vision, having them hit level 96 and Scoring would be at 68.8. The alternative method is to spread out the TPE across all scoring stats, and put 80 TPE into offensive vision (Level 75), 70 TPE into Slap Shot (Level 70), and 50 TPE into Wrist Shot (Level 50), which would cause scoring to be at 76.9, about 8 better than putting everything into one stat. When you’re focusing on boosting stats, make sure NOT to max a single stat without first adding to other stats in the same categories
 
Full Scale
Breakdown of all categories and subsequent stats that add into them. Keep in mind there are some categories that are pretty much useless. Categories you can pretty much ignore are Discipline, Leadership, Penalty Shot (it’ll be boosted when you increase your scoring anyways), Faceoffs (unless you’re a center), checking somewhat, and fighting (unless you’re a goon). Important stats to focus on are Puck Handling (gotta hold onto the puck), Defense (helps with positioning), skating (speed), passing and/or scoring (gotta get points somehow), and strength (keep balance better).

 
Best Allocation for the VHLM
Since this is mainly geared towards newer players, I’d also like to provide my subjective view on a super good build for the M that can also be used as a starting template for the upper leagues. With 200 TPE max, I would allocate:
- 60 TPE into Stick Handling (Boosts both Puck Handling and Skating)
- 50 TPE into Poke Checking (Boosts both Defense and Strength)
- 20 TPE into Speed (Boosts only Skating)
- 70 TPE into Offensive Vision (Boosts both Passing and Scoring)
 
This allocation will result in a stat line of:

Which is more than good enough to compete as a top player in the VHLM. Extremely balanced and still allows a lot of room to focus on really anything you want to in the future leagues.

The dancing chairs game continues! 😅

Interim?

Gonna throw my name in

Gonna throw my name in

Gonna throw my name in

Gonna throw my name in

New York Looks To Continue Overhaul in Free Agency
 
New York's roster is hoping for their quick turnaround, albeit not complete, to take the next steps tomorrow as Season 85's Free Agency period begins.  Guided by interim (please remove me from management) general manager Fresco McElmoson, New York has seen quite the adjustment to their roster over the last few months.  "I've just been trying to take what the market has given us.  Last (Season 84) year we had a couple of expiring contracts and lent them to playoff-bound teams to gather some more picks for the upcoming season."  McElmoson explained to the media.  "This year's off-season has been wild because there are SO many teams in the same position as us; a young talent-laden roster who is looking to make a move.  The draft specifically was stressful as there was some serious pining for the top few spots.  I'm glad we ended up where we did, getting 3-4 solid players who will contribute for the next few years," Fresco finished.
 
McElmoson was specifically talking about trading up to select Daniel Weaver @ThePerfectNut, arguably the top prospect in this year's draft.  "We love what he brings to the table.  Should be a day one starter on the second line.  His attitude and efforts are relentless."  Additionally, New York traded up again to take the next heralded player from the @Blazzer agency with Babay Shrimp, who looks to slide in with the forwards the year after.  Developmental goalie and potential future all-star Geoff Bezos @Quik has a promising future, as well as Kevin Kirkpatrick @Jayrad28 and Defense Only @Pengu.
 
Looking ahead, the team looks to improve upon a somewhat dismal start and mediocre finish with a boost to their roster.  Adding a high-profile defenseman and forward would be ideal.  "I would love to add a top-line defenseman to pair up with (Sven) Eightnine @BarzalGoat.  The guy has been really fair and understanding of the situation the team was in when I took over, so I think it is only fair that we reward him properly," Fresco noted.  "I could say the same about Chiang @nurx, he didn't have a say in where he was traded to last season, so I would love to pair him on the best line he's played on in his career."
 
Lastly, McElmoson wanted to give a shout-out to his favorite (and future all-star) netminder in Augustus Kennedy @InstantRockstar, who has been wondering what his future was going to be like as he was drafted to a team without a direction.  "We're gonna make him look good!  Can't wait to see him shine."
 
 
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But for real though - best of luck to all of the candidates to the New York (and other) GM position.  There are plenty of qualified (I would argue overqualified) candidates and many of you would do a great job here.  Just want to leave the team in a good position to succeed and will continue to improve the roster until I am removed.  Thanks again to @MexicanCow123 for the opportunity.

Congrats to these 2 really amazing people! People who made my time in the vhl amazing 🥳🥳🥳

Congrats to these 2 really amazing people! People who made my time in the vhl amazing 🥳🥳🥳

As the S81 draft sits in their prime, I believe it is time that we begin to think just how well every team drafted in this draft. There are players from that draft that are tearing it up in the majors while others have floundered or even failed to enter the majors yet. Some players have become franchise names while others are lucky to score 15 points on a season. However, all of these players still have plenty of career remaining, so it is possible we can see all of these players make a reverse on their career and become major parts of their respective teams. Please note that all rankings are solely based on players' performance, TPE or user behavior was not used to determine pick grades.
 
Round 1 Pick 1 (Helsinki)
 
The 1st overall pick of the S81 draft belonged to the Helsinki Titans where they picked left wing Nezuku @Baozi. They would play the S81 season in the VHLE where they would win the VHLE championship. Nezuku would come into the S82 season playing with Helsinki. Performing fairly well in their rookie Nezuku proved to be strong for Helsinki as they netted 77 points. Well below the 131 the ROTY would score, but still very respectable numbers. Nezuku continued to net points and play very productive hockey at the forward position. Being one of the better wingers in the league, but never the best in the league as of yet. Looking back Nezuku probably isn't a 1sr overall pick, but definitely not a bust by any means. I would put Nezuku still in the top 10 at minimum for the S81 draft. I would rate this pick as a B.
 
Round 1 Pick 2 (Helsinki)
 
This pick is different. Due to conditions surrounding the pick, Sirdsvaldis Miglaskems @FrostBeard was immediately traded out of Helsinki for a S82 2nd and S83 3rd. I will not be looking into how this trade went for Helsinki. I will instead be treating this as if the drama surrounding the pick never happened and Seattle just drafted in this position. Therefore the 2nd overall pick of the S81 draft was center Sirdsvaldis Miglaskems. Playing their rookie year in S82 Miglaskems was another player who performed well in their rookie season, but nowhere near the ROTY winner. Miglaskems netted 72 points in their rookie season. However, they were one of the better faceoff centers winning 53.8% of faceoffs throughout the season. It is hard to say how many goals that helped Seattle win, but gaining possession anytime will help your team. Miglaskems followed a very similar career path so far, but continues to be very strong at the dot. For Miglaskems, I would put him in the top 15 forwards drafted this season. He is a top 15 draft pick from the S81 draft. I would rate this pick as a B.
 
Round 1 Pick 3 (London)
 
The 3rd overall pick of this seasons draft belonged to London where they picked RW Zaza Colors @McWolf . Zaza Colors started in the VHL in S82 as well, but started off their career much quicker netting 111 points in their rookie season. Narrowly missing the conversation for ROTY, but they proved immediately why they were such a hyped draft pick. Colors' sophomore and junior seasons were much slower and very similar to the other draft picks in this draft. However, due to the lightning fast start to their career, I believe Zaza Colors should have been picked before both Miglaskems and Nezuku. I believe based on their career highs and how they have begun to come back to form Colors was a top 5 pick in the S81 VHL draft. I would rate this pick as an A.
 
Round 1 Pick 4 (Seattle)
 
This player picked in this spot would later be traded, so we will be looking at only how this player contributed to Seattle. In the future you can look at how the players involved in the trade contributed to Seattle, but the trade is just too recent to judge that right now. The 4th overall pick in the S81 VHL draft was right wing Maximus Decimus Meridius @Beaviss. Unfortunately Meridius had a slower start to their career netting only 50 points in their rookie season. Their sophomore year was even more disappointing where they only scored 39 points. While Meridius has begun to have a much stronger career in New York, it is fairly hard to justify this level of production at 4th overall. With how much they contributed to Seattle I would have to say Meridius is a late 1st round pick. I rate this pick a C-.
 
Round 1 Pick 5 (Toronto)
 
At 5 overall in the S81 draft Toronto selected defenseman Cadmael Ixazaluoh @Vice. At this point in time, Toronto was in desperate need for a defenseman. This pick gave them likely one of the best two way defenseman in the S81 draft. Ixazaluoh has season after season scored plenty of points for Toronto while being solid defensively. Are they the best defenseman in the league? No, but I don't think the best draft in the league came from this draft. They are, The position this team was in forced them to pick a defenseman and they picked well. I would say there is one player that would have been better, but they still picked incredibly well in this position. B+.
 
Round 1 Pick 6 (Seattle)
 
With the 6th overall pick in the S81 VHL draft Seattle selected defenseman Hulk Hogan 2 @Hogan. Hulk Hogan 2 is better than Ixazaluoh. In nearly every way. Not significantly better but they are better. In a sport where every bounce matters, having the best defenseman in a draft is an advantage. Hulk Hogan 2 is the best defenseman in the S81 draft. I believe that Hulk Hogan 2 should have been drafted before any other defenseman. Therefore, I would have liked to have seen Toronto select this player. I am however giving Seattle an A+ for this draft pick.
 
Round 1 Pick 7 (Riga)
 
With the 7th overall pick in the S81 draft Riga selected defenseman Biggie Cheese @a_Ferk . The third defenseman in a row and another great pick. Arguably in the running for best defenseman of the draft, Biggie Cheese came in the VHL and established Riga as having a very strong defensive core. Cheese continues to thrive in Riga as the core has begun to be traded, but here Riga picked the right player. I believe this player should have been a top 5 pick. I grade this pick an A+.
 
Round 1 Pick 8 (Calgary)
 
With the 8th overall pick in the S81 draft Calgary selected center Daniel Janser @Daniel Janser. Janser has been incredibly consistent in Calgary leading to 70 point season every season they have played. This is extremely good and shows an even higher ceiling. They weren't the best player available, but at 8th overall Janser was an incredible pick. I grade this pick an A-.
 
Round 1 Pick 9 (Toronto)
 
With the 9th overall pick i. the S81 draft Toronto selected defenseman Harkat Mulds @hylands. This sadly is the first player who has underperformed greatly. Coming into the league in S81 Mulds was highly touted and one of the few to join the VHL immediately. However, Mulds only blocked around 100 shots in their first 3 seasons in the VHL. They performed greatly offensively all of their seasons, however, as a defenseman it is much more important you aren't causing pucks in your net. For that reason, I sadly have to rank this pick as a D+.
 
Round 1 Pick 10 (Moscow)
 
This player was traded soon after being drafted, but only one season is such a small sample size, so I will be rating this player based on all their seasons in the VHL. With the 10 overall pick in the S81 VHL draft Moscow selected Nico Pearce @Spartan. Pearce came into the league in S81 and had 3 consecutive strong seasons. However, they just exploded with a very good 120 point season in S84. This is incredibly important because it shows that Pearce's ceiling is higher than just 70 point seasons. This player could have been a 3-6 overall pick. At this position they were a steal. This pick is an A + pick.
 
That has been the first 10 picks of the S81 draft. There are so many more amazing players yet to be drafted this season. However, this far the best team picks have been Moscow and Riga and the worst has been Toronto. Follow along as I continue to break down this draft in future editions and remember that every single pick matters no matter who or where it is.
 

Good Evening VHLers! Welcome to the S84 Reaper Awards, hosted by yours truly. Tonight we will honor five current members of the Philadelphia Reapers Roster and celebrate our accomplishments as a team this season. 
    I’d like to start out by personally thanking every player that wore the Reaper Jersey this season, it was a privilege to GM for you and I wish you luck wherever you end up next season!
    This is the fourth Reaper Award show I have personally hosted, though the show dates back to S78 starting with then GM @KaleebtheMighty so I’d like to thank them for starting this tradition and creating the banner you’ll see here tonight. Now join me as we now begin the Seventh Reaper Awards!
 

 
    Ladies and Gentlemen! We begin this show by awarding The Reserve Reaper Award, this is often the first award handed out during the ceremony but it doesn’t make it any less important than the others.
    This award is given to the player who performed best despite a limited role, they may have not had the most ice time this season but they were a clutch player who proved that they can perform no matter how long they spend on the ice.
    It was difficult to award this to just one player this season as our roster was stacked this season and everyone had their moments to shine despite what line they were one but… The candidates for this award are...
 
Turkeybig
Alex Bridges III
Alfred Champagne
 
…And Now, The Winner of the S84 Reserve Reaper Award… Alex Bridges III
   There were times that Alex was placed on the third line this season, despite that they finished with the second highest point total on the team and had the best plus-minus. Alex has proven to me that not only did he deserve more ice time but that they’ll be a top point producer for many seasons to come.
Congratulations Alex and thank you for all your hard work this season!
 


    The next award is the Risible Reaper award. It’s often awarded to the player who is seen as a Leader in the locker room, whether it’s cheering up their team with funny jokes, encouraging their teammates, or just sparking conversations. 
They brought an important aspect to the team and we were lucky to have them on our team this season it wouldn’t surprise me if they wore a letter on their jersey for many seasons after this.
Like the previous award, this one was difficult to find just one player to give this award to as our locker room was pretty active and had a bunch of interesting personalities, the Candidates for this award are…
 
Tom Creeg
Jon Webber jr
Evan Bihler
 
The Winner of the S84 Risible Reaper award is… Evan Bihler
Evan was the backbone of this team and when I was looking back on the conversations in the locker room they were active and always encouraging to their fellow teammates. Seeing how Evan will likely return to the Reapers for another season I believe they will play a big role in the team's success.
    Thank you for all your work this season Evan, hopefully, you get 40 Wins next season!
 


    Now the moment I have personally been waiting for, we have one of my favorite awards to give out… The Rough Reaper Award! This award is pretty obvious what it is for, it is given to the Reaper who was willing to sacrifice the body every night, blocking shots and laying the body and just being a presence on the ice each game. The Candidates for this award are…
 
TurkeyBig
John Poremba Jr
Gavin Rozzdale
 
    The winner of the S84 Rough Reaper award is… John Poremba jr
John showed incredible heart this season, having blocked 88 shots for us I am sure the Goalies loved it when they shared the ice with John. 
    Thank you for your play this season John! Good luck next season, can’t wait to see you in the big leagues!
 


    Our second to last award tonight is the Resilient Reaper award! This award is given out to the player that was often placed in high-pressure situations and would play hard in key moments. They would always play their hardest and would always make the smart plays to secure a victory for the team. The Candidates for this award are…
 
John Poremba jr
Gavin Rozzdale
Tom Creeg
 
    The Winner of the S84 Resilient Reaper award is… Gavin Rozzdale!
Gavin was a key member of the roster this season, they played as a center on our top lines for nearly the whole season and was tied for second in scoring on our team. They had a great plus-minus, blocked many shots, and led the team in assists. 
    
    We were lucky to have you on our roster this season Gavin! Thank you!
 


    Now for the Final award, this award is awarded last each season as it is the most prestigious award we have to offer it is given to the Reaper’s MVP, The Reaper who thrives in all scenarios and brought their A-game each and every game. We had many great players this season but this award can only go to one player… The Candidates for this Award are… 
 
Gavin Rozzdale
Alex Bridges III
Jon Webber Jr

Without A doubt the winner of this award is… Jon Webber Jr
Jon may be the only player to win this award in back-to-back seasons, he is the Captain of the Reapers for a reason and I have no doubt they’ll be successful in the big leagues cause not only was he a top point scorer in the league but they were active in the locker room their entire time they were a member of the roster. 
It was an honor to have you on the team, Jon, I have no doubt you’ll be in the Reapers Hall Of Fame soon! There was no one more deserving to be Captain this season, thank you for leading the Reapers, and good luck!
 
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Closing Words
 
    This was an amazing season, It was difficult to think of who to nominate for each award as I didn’t want to leave anyone out. Our team was stacked and I am sorry If I left anyone out on an award they think they should’ve contended for but in the end, I think I made the right choices based on the qualifications for each award… 
    As many of you may know this is my final season as GM for the Reapers, I don’t know how long I will be gone but one day I will Return to the Reapers and hopefully I return with some knowledge that can bring this team to the glory land, for now, I wish to give someone else a shot at running the team and hopefully bring a new outlook on the team.
    With that, the S84 Reaper awards have come to an end. Good luck Reapers and Thank you once again for a great season and a fun experience… Remember, once a Reaper, always a Reaper!
 
Your GM, Mason Jones aka Masu Chan
 
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Claiming For Week of:
August 14-21 & August 22-29
 

Once again I decided to play GM of all the current VHL teams and try to figure out what they need and who they might draft during the S85 Draft so without much waffling about lets get into the way way way to early mock draft.
 
 
Again I realize I need to add a bit of disclaimer as once again the play-offs haven`t finished and the draft lottery still has been completed so I am once again going to use the finishing order from the regular season based on points. That means Prague Phantoms have the First selection in the S85 Draft.
 
 
Before we get too far into this here is the order that I am going to use:
1.       Prague Phantoms
2.       Vancouver Wolves
3.     Malmo Nighthawks
4.       Los Angeles Stars
5.       New York Americans
6.       London United
7.       HC Davos Dynamo            ( Malmo Nighthawks)
8.       Calgary Wranglers
9.       Toronto Legion
10.    Chicago Phoenix                (   Prague Phantoms)
11.  Riga Reign
12.    Warsaw Predators
13.    Helsinki Titans
14.    Seattle Bears                     ( Los Angeles Stars)
15.    D.C Dragons                      (Malmo Nighthawks)
16.    Moscow Menace
 
 
The way way way too early S85 Draft ......
 
 
1.      Prague Phantoms Select: Forward  (S85) Daniel Weaver      @ThePerfectNut  TPE: 343
This pick will come down to the best forward available; while the GM`S player is the highest TPE earner and would have been consider to be the first overall selection one needs to look at what the team requires and they have prospect joining the team next season in the way of goaltender in Clueless Wallob . While adding two defending prospects to the roster next season as well in the way of D - Faith Hope Love (VAS) and D - Jared Carter the 2st (IST). So I have the selection down between Daniel Weaver and Henry Eagles; There isn`t much to chose between the two so it will simple come down to preference.
 
 
2.       Vancouver Wolves  Select: Defenseman (S85) Phil Strasmore        @Phil    TPE: 300
Again this comes down to need as Vancouver only has P.E. Bouchard coming off his strong rookie season meaning they require a defender as they seem to have enough in the pipeline with RW - Svatopluk Puk (VAS) and C - Dogwood Maple (VAS) ready to join the forward core next season. They are also set in net with G - Brandt Fuhr so I am expecting a defender to come off the board at this pick meaning this was always going to be where Phil Strasmore was going to be selected.
 
 
3.     Malmo Nighthawks Select: Forward (S85) Henry Eagles          @Greg_Di      TPE: 338
Confidence level on this is pick is very low since Malmo needs a little bit of everything from a forward, a defender and a goaltender. Malmo has three picks in the first round so they should be able to add to all three areas so I am not completely sold that they skip on Matt Murdock here but being able to select a tender with a later pick in the first or even second is how I feel that Malmo will use their picks so I have them taking the best player available in Henry Eagles but don`t be surprised if Vancouver goes off the board and doesn`t select Phil Strasmore then Malmo will most defiantly will at number three.
 
 
4.       Los Angeles Stars Select: Forward (S85) John Jameson              @Frank          TPE: 285
LA Stars do not need a goaltender as they went off the board last season with the first overall selection to select G - Art Vandelay. The teams biggest need looks to be adding more skilled defender to the roster to complement D - Callum Murray who they selected third overall last season but I feel reaching down to grab a defender isn`t the correct play here plus adding a forward will add top five selection in the last two draft to all position within the team so they will select the best available player here and that will be John Jameson.
 
 
5.       New York Americans Select: Forward(S85) Astro Singh          @8Ovechkin8      TPE: 237
No Secrets here the team lacks offensive prospect so much so that they traded P.E. Bouchard; who they selected fifth overall last season to Vancouver to collect forward prospects and return of this pick, so they are selecting a forward it just a matter of which one; I have them selecting best available in Astro Singh.
 
 
6.       London United Select: Goaltender (S85) Matt Murdock               @Acydburn         TPE: 342
With a defender and a forward retiring one would assume that London would require a replacement one of the other positions but London actually has a good problem on the forward side of the puck as they have five players already signed for next season and three prospects ready to join the roster as soon as next season. While they could use a defender prospect with this selection, I just feel that they will not pass on such a great tender when G - Cole Pearce is one season away from UFA and they can add younger prospect to the mix to take over from Pearce as soon as year or two. If they do pass on the tender then they surely will pick Jani Karppinen but over 100 TPE between the two players in my mind is simply too great of a difference for London not to select the falling Matt Murdock.
 
 
7.     Malmo Nighthawks Select: Goaltender (S85) Henry Tucker Jr              @NSG             TPE: 284
Malmo might be a bit disappointed that they missed Matt Murdock by a single pick but they will be more than happy to add another Franchise goaltender to their roster as they quickly walk to the stage and select Henry Tucker Jr. They still have another pick which will most likely lean towards defender right?
 
 
8.       Calgary Wranglers Select: Goaltender (S85) Karl Pedersen         @JeffD           TPE: 256
This is a clear goaltender selection if I ever seen one but I also did have to consider the fact that the AGM player currently is the starter for the team but given the best players available and the strength of the goaltenders in the draft. I am very confident that they will either trade the pick or select Karl Pedersen.
 
 
9.       Toronto Legion Select: Goaltender (S85) Jesse Teno              @aimkin          TPE: 249
At team already deep in prospects really doesn`t need any more, right? Wrong they lack a replacement for Oskar Lindbergh; which means the run on goaltenders continues with the Legion selecting hopefully their future franchise tender.
 
 
10.    Prague Phantoms Select: Forward (S85) Alfred Champagne        @Anthique       TPE: 209
When I first looked at this selection I was thinking best player available but then I remembered that Prague has defender prospects so they are more likely to reach down a bit and take the best forward available so once again they grab a forward in Alfred Champagne.
 
 
11.  Riga Reign Select: Goaltender  (S85) Geoff Bezos          @Quik          TPE: 224
Another easy selection as the team clearly has a need to replace the soon to retire Tobias Reinhart making this clearly another place a goaltender will be selected and they cannot go wrong with Geoff Bezos; right?
 
 
12.    Warsaw Predators Select: Defenseman  (S85) Reid Johnson       @TopTiddee2      TPE: 206
This could be a steal of a pick if my quick scouting has done me well and with Warsaw need simply put prospects, they grab a defender that could turn into a top pairing defender late in the first round. I think they would love those odds if that was to happen and that is why I am drafting Reid Johnson here as he has a ton of upside.
 
 
13.    Helsinki Titans Select: Defenseman (S85) Lloyd Braun                 @Toast             TPE: 207
Another player that might go a bit under the radar of the teams as I know I missed him when I was scouting at first as I can also see him drafted higher by teams looking for defenseman help so if he is around at this selection then Helsinki will run to the podium to select this top pairing potential defender.
 
 
14.    Los Angeles Stars Select: Forward(S85) Babay Shrimp          @Blazzer       TPE: 195
While I was considering having LA add a defender with their second pick in the first round; I don`t think that is what they do here when they have a chance to collect another forward that should be top six on their roster in a few seasons. So once again they select a forward by adding Babay Shrimp to their roster.
 
 
15.  Malmo Nighthawks Select: Defenseman(S85) Isamu Knievel               @TMGSosa       TPE: 197
Having selected a forward and the goaltender already in the first round leaves only one position left to draft out of the needs that I mentioned earlier so they will select their much needed defender here in Isamu Knievel; who should become a stapple of the defensive core in the future.
 
 
16.    Moscow Menace Select: Forward(S85) Sunglasses Joyo           @JetsGoalie101              TPE: 175
Moscow only has one glaring positional need and that is a goaltender as prospect Ilya Bryzgalov
training has stalled meaning a season after drafting a goaltender they will be looking to draft another but with the top five already being selected via my mock draft then are left in a interesting situation where they could take a gamble on a depth longer term goaltender prospect or draft the best player available while working the phones for a replacement tender in the next few seasons. I have them taking the best player available who has goaltender in his users name but sadly for Moscow is a forward in Sunglasses Joyo.
 
 
That concludes what could really be a crazy draft with five top goaltenders in the mix with a bunch of teams not really needing any goaltending at the moment. It will be interesting and I am less confident than last season mock draft that I am close this season. As I know I am not considering as I went through this I found a few players that I can see being drafted much higher than even where I have them slotted now.
 
 
Anyways it was fun exercise and I hope you read this all with a grain of salt since it won`t be right in the first place.
 
 
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I’ve been tossing around the idea of doing team awards this season but with the amount of roster turnover this season it would be hard to come to any satisfying conclusion based on such limited sample sizes. What I will do instead is take a page out of @KaleebtheMighty ‘s book and do some Marlins to NHL comparables.
 
Phil Strasmore - @Phil - Cale Makar
Phil is an overall dominant defenceman in every measurable metric. Scoring above a point a game, and working hard on both ends of the ice, Strasmore’s ceiling is anywhere from a top pairing D to a top 5 D in the league. Phil is also a strong leader and trains as hard as anyone, despite the ongoing changes of life.
 
John Jameson - @Frank - Steven Stamkos
A dominant offensive talent with a real nose for the net. Jameson came into San Diego ready to turn the ship around and get us back to our winning ways. Coming in to be an immediate leader, both on and off the ice, Jameson represents the Marlins identity.
 
Babay Shrimp - @Blazzer - Adrian Kempe
Babay Shrimp is a solid top-6 forward that can play under any circumstances. One of those players that teams always need more of, and I think Shrimp could have been a huge piece in a Marlins playoff run in an ideal world. They give me the vibes of someone who would score a cup-winning goal.
 
Sjin - @Mint - Cole Sillinger
An exciting rookie, taking advantage of a shallow roster and lots of ice time. Sjin spent their short tenure as a Marlin dishing pucks to anyone willing to shoot the puck. There is a lot to be excited about with Sjin and they could be a very important middle-6 center for a contender next season. Can drive offence by himself and can take advantage of other offensive talent.
 
Lloyd Braun - @Toast - Shea Theodore
A master of playmaking that also has a sneaky shot. Solid defensive presence and can eat a lot of important minutes. Pair Braun with a set of strong scoring forwards and watch them rack up the points. Definitely an underrated talent, and I’m excited to see how they fare at the VHL level.
 
Franklin Franklinsen - @Franklin - Dmitri Kulikov
It seems like we know what Franklinsen is by now. Having gone IA at the time of writing this, I hope to be wrong, since Franklin had a strong impact this season with the Marlins. Strong offensive talents, and consistently made strong choices to drive offense up the ice
 
Sadie St-Louis - @sadie - Cole Caufield
Coming out this season with guns blazing, St-Louis has been on an absolute tear since joining the league. A dominant TPE earner, and seeing the results on the ice already, Sadie looks to be a top scoring option for any team heading into next season.
 
Alfred Champagne – @Anthique - Jason Robertson
Champagne had a good start with the Marlins, but by the end of the season, they emerged as a top offensive threat. Shooting regularly and successfully, while adding some physicality to the mix. A really important member of any line, if they can get some more shooting luck, they could be a perennial 40-goal scorer.
 
Bedirhan Paard - @Bedirhan - Nils Hoglander
Bedirhan is always trying the hardest out of anyone on the ice. The ceiling for this player is high, once they settle into the day to day of the VHL. There is a lot of excitement about this player and for good reason. They had a strong debut with the Marlins and will be looking to build on that next season.
 
John Richards - @John Cimarno - Ondrej Palat
Another one of those really underrated players that every lineup needs. Can play anywhere, and fits onto any line. With a bit more offensive consistency, this player can be a core piece for any contender. Lots of passion and work ethic with this player as well, and will likely be a steal at the VHLM Draft.
 
Don Aven - @Novanod - Dylan Cozens
There is still a lot we don’t know about Don Aven yet, but a lot to be excited for. As they settle into the league as a strong centreman and an offensive option, their training has been strong and well-rounded. Look for them to carve a specific role in the league next season and come forward with a strong identity.
 
Sigma Freud - @CODENAMEJIMMY - Victor Mete
Has all of the tools needed to be a top defenseman in this league, and with consistent training and some more game experience, I think Freud can become a strong VHL defenseman. There should be loads of opportunity available next season for an eager defenseman so filling that role will be important for any team looking to compete. Freud needs to continue to prove that they are the perfect option, and I have no doubt that they will have a successful campaign next season.
 
Charis Tonle - @TxtBammer - Tobias Bjornfot
Hasn’t proven to us yet that there is huge offensive upside, but can be a very valuable defensive and physical asset. Probably a second pairing defenseman in a standard draft, but will likely have to punch above their weight next season in order to find major success. Look for an increase in training and some strong focus on playing both ends of the ice.
 
Ben Dover - @ぞソしeれ - Artturi Lehkonen
An incredibly well-rounded player, good at both ends of the ice. Can be a strong depth offensive piece, while also maintaining strong team defense in the process. Another one of those essential middle-6 pieces that win you championships. Consistency will be important this offseason and taking advantage of those opportunities to earn will be crucial to carve out a spot in the VHL.
 
Vincent Laroche-Gagnier - @vincentlg2007 - Dominik Kubalik
Vincent is a pure offensive winger. Lots of investment on one end of the ice, not much on the other end. Take this into consideration when placing Vincent in your lineup and you can see a great deal of success, otherwise there are a lot of risks. If Laroche-Gagnier can invest a bit into the defensive game, this could be a real gem of a player down the stretch. Excited to see what becomes of this player who has the assets to be a star, but needs to grow into the gritty VHL game.
 
Ray Hagen - @CreamTeam - Pierre-Edouard Bellemare
Another one of those players where it looks like we know what they are at this point. Useful as a depth center, but otherwise don’t look for much upside here. Put up some points when it mattered and maintained a strong physical presence during their time here in San Deigo.
 
Babe Baptista - @BabeBaptista - Daniel Sprong
Looking to finally hit that stride, after what looked to be an exciting start to a career. This is a crucial time to figure out whether they will be a valuable player or simply additional depth at the bottom of a lineup. Hopefully we can see more from this player next season, potentially with a larger opportunity.
 
Karl Pedersen - @JeffD - Cal Petersen
Really strong upside, and took advantage of a much better team after departing San Deigo. They look to be a solid starting goaltender in the future, and are already taking the steps to get there. Was simply too strong of a piece to keep around on a rebuilding Marlins squad, and recouping assets on a top pick was a top priority for me this season.
 
Alexander Minion - @Minion - John Gibson
An absolutely amazing technical goaltender, who got stuck with a huge workload and a poor defensive team in front of them. On a contender, Minion will be able to contend for awards and I hope they get that opportunity next season. Look for them to be a diamond in the rough pick this upcoming draft, with a large amount of goaltenders available.
 
Lachlan Summers - @kirbithan - Thatcher Demko
Has all of the tools necessary to become a top goaltender in this league. The drive, the work ethic and the commitment to doing the right things day in and day out will be essential to find a spot amongst a goaltender-heavy class. Although their statistics weren’t incredible in their debut this season with the Marlins, they should look significantly stronger on a deeper contending team.
 
With that, we have every player who played for the Marlins this season and their NHL equivalency.
 
I thought it would be fun to also name some post-season Captains, as a sort of recognition for the various players involved in this tumultuous yet rewarding season.
 
C – John Jameson
A simple choice for me, the embodiment of what it means to be a Marlin, and considering the Legacy Frank has had with the franchise, it is only fair to recognize the efforts both as a player and a person.
 
A – Sadie St-Louis
An absolute force in the locker room, a dominant scorer and earner, and a real star in the making coming in from this recent recruitment drive. Sadie has made every effort to connect with the league, teammates, and themselves this season.
 
A – Lachlan Summers
For many of the same reasons as Sadie above, Lachlan has proven in a short time just how much impact a brand-new member can bring to a locker room. Despite only getting a few games started this season, Summers has embraced the league and everything it takes to be an amazing member. Earning as much as possible right from the start and creating a lot of exciting works in the process, the Marlins identity runs strong through them.
 
And with that we end the San Diego Marlins season. Thank you to all of the players of course, and to all of the GMs that I got to interact with on a day-to-day basis. Good luck to the Las Vegas Aces and the Halifax 21st in the final series of this playoffs, and I look forward to doing this thing all over again in a few weeks! This will be a season to remember for me, not from team success of course, but from all of the things I’ve learned and all of the great people that were a part of it.
 

The "first season' for Babay Shrimp is over sooner than expected after an unsuccessful run by the Philly Reapers. Initially signing to the San Diego Marlins, the forward decided to accept a trade to Philadelphia. With this movement, Shrimp did not have the ice time he had when he was playing for the Marlins. His impressive 27 points in 24 GP drew the trade offer, yet he was unable to perform. Shrimp saw himself playing on the 3rd line with occasional bumps onto the 2nd line. He finished the regular season with 27 points but this time played 34 games with the Reapers. Needless to say, it was rather unexpected for him. 
 
Moving into the offseason, Shrimp is only getting stronger but which team would want to draft him? That would be an interesting site with his TPE sitting very close to 200 which is the cut-off for the VHLM. Would Shrimp decide to skip the M and move on to the VHLE or would he choose to give the VHLM another proper go? Possibilities are all over and now he is waiting for teams to talk to him as the draft inches closer. 
 
All the best to all competing teams in the playoffs. I am personally rooting for the Chicago Phoenix as they've proven to be a force under their GM. 
 
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1. We have had a couple of new signings this week, what do you say to introduce them to the team?
I would say eat me, I'm Shrimp. The ice is my home or I'll start rotting. 
 
2. Recently we have run a few youtube ads for the VHL, how did you find the league?
I found the league a long time ago when I was just casually searching for sim leagues to join. 
 
3. We just hired some more updaters fot the VHL, If you could have any job in the VHL what would it be?
I wanna be an AGM. It can be part of the management side of the VHL and i've always loved that aspect.
 
4. Everyone gets a cool $1.5 million when joining a VHLM team, what did your player spend the money on (role playing, not what you bought in the store)?
I would say he bought himself multiple new fridges cause as a Shrimp, u gotta stay cold and frozen even.
 
5. What is one thing about the VHL you don't fully understand or need explained better to you? I will try my hardest to help.
I have lost track with the management side of the VHL. Like the TPE cap for each league, how much to sign players, when can u call them up etc
 
6. What is your dream car?
A hatchback that's modern and vibrant I would say. Or even a nice classy mercedes benz

Romeeeeeeee

1. I would say about 2 years now. I took a long break from it and now I'm back!
 
2. I received a drawing from my s/o last year and it's great. The drawing was really touching and I just met her then.
 
3. Truth because I'm a chicken and I don't like to do dares.
 
5. Pillow fight
 
6. I think we do. We've been having a lot of success lately and I think we can give it our best shot.
 
8. I am in Howzat sim league for cricket. I am hoping for it to come back alive one day
 
 
 
 
 
 

1. It's gonna interesting to see people dive into the history of the vhl. I'm sad since i can't really look into it so i can't write it
 
4. my player is a playmaker with intentions to win and have ice time. 
 
5. I am someone that loves staying home unless there are errands to run
 
6. Maybe a chef. Shrimp has some mean cooking skills up his sleeves.
 
8. I am not entirely sure but maybe one that is in the middle of the pack. I can't put a thumb on it because I am not very familiar with the NHL and VHL teams after being away for so long
 
9. Welfare and practice facility 

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