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January 20th Update
Here we are its now the 20th of January opening night of he VHL S76 Season and on a cold windy night in Prague, Czech Republic we find a young 16 year old Russian giant about to make his professional hockey debut. Willy Myers, the bull headed strong young winger has found himself right were he wanted to be at this time. He has accomplished a goal that most said was impossible but here it is and its happened Willy Myers was named to the Prague Phantoms opening night roster for the S76 VHL Season. Myers was still drafted quite high in the VHLM draft by Halifax taking him as high as 22nd Overall even after clearly stating and even speaking in person with any GM that was interested making it so more than very clear Willy was going pro in S76 and will NOT be playing in the VHLM. However Halifax took the gamble hoping Prague or every other VHL team would go with the decision not to draft Willy or not sign him and force him to play in the M as it is the GM who has the final say at the end of the day. But NOPE Willy did what he promised Putin and he is representing his country proudly already playing in the VHL after no one said he would make it as well as making the Phantoms.
Edited just now by Willy Myers
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Roque Davis @Spartan
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23 hours ago, domg5 said:
1. The season is starting this wednesday, how was the off-season for you?
waaaaay too long
2. We found an empty whiskey bottle in the locker room, who is guilty?
whisky ? not me lol if it was Vodka , im guilty....
3. Are you satisfied with Prague's picks in the last draft?
Beyond Satisified, SO ready to start my VHL debut !
4. What is your main goal for this season as a player?
Win the Continental Cup !
5. Are you a gamer? If yes, what is your current game?
Not a gamer whatsoever
6. If you could choose the song that is played when Prague score a goal, which one would it be?
WAP
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January 8th 2020.
Willy Myers Agent has confirmed his intentions to go "PRO" and is preparing for the VHL next season and will most likely not be returning to the VHLM. "Where i come from in mother russia , waiting is mans worst weakness" Myers was quoted via telephone... With his Current TPE Earning Rate Willy is on track to hit 214 TPE By draft night and will most likely be nearing the cap by season start. This is an official Statement for all VHL teams looking for a Pro ready winger. The VHLM is not out of question however Activity will most likely decline after hitting 250 if Myers isnt on a Pro Roster for S76 "Me ready for Pro's Putin sent me here to make statement, no time to waste, HOF or bust"- Willy Myers @VHLFantasy
January 11th Update
Willy Myers continue to prove any doubters wrong,. Myers Agent took to the mic on VHL 69.9 Radio stating his client is closing in on the 200 TPE mark Willy is on track to hit 234 by Opening Night if the season were to start on January 25th (Which is uncertain, and in todays world, one where the US Capitol Building can be taken over by a cult, Half of North America is under a Lockdown, Who knows whats happening in Mexico) but on other note Willy has been contacted by several VHL GMs , and has been in the top 10 in most VHLM Mocks Drafts. Bottom Line Willy has made the decision he quote on quote refuses to play in the VHLM next season and insists on going Pro with the intention etching his name in the record books, Willy can fit into almost any of the bottom 10 VHL Teams Top 7 Forwards and fit it right away, after one weeks end in the pros Myers will Surpass 250 TPE and be a capped player, So VHL Teams looking for a steal of a Pick who is Pro ready, Look no Further “Refuse to play anywhere than VHL, Games Played, Games Played , Games Played … dat is what Vladimir and Vladimir Tell me whole life growing up, I will be in VHL Record book, you watch” @VHLFantasy
January 20th Update
Here we are its now the 20th of January opening night of he VHL S76 Season and on a cold windy night in Prague, Czech Republic we find a young 16 year old Russian giant about to make his professional hockey debut. Willy Myers, the bull headed strong young winger has found himself right were he wanted to be at this time. He has accomplished a goal that most said was impossible but here it is and its happened Willy Myers was named to the Prague Phantoms opening night roster for the S76 VHL Season. Myers was still drafted quite high in the VHLM draft by Halifax taking him as high as 22nd Overall even after clearly stating and even speaking in person with any GM that was interested making it so more than very clear Willy was going pro in S76 and will NOT be playing in the VHLM. However Halifax took the gamble hoping Prague or every other VHL team would go with the decision not to draft Willy or not sign him and force him to play in the M as it is the GM who has the final say at the end of the day. But NOPE Willy did what he promised Putin and he is representing his country proudly already playing in the VHL after no one said he would make it as well as making the Phantoms.
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Love the Graphic ! Awesome Idea, who doesnt love the WJHC ? and evverything to do with it , its just HYPE HYPE HYPE , ! Looks just like an IRL design you would see on TSN ! The text alignment and cropping you used is impeccable IMO, amazing concept and something that would be awesome to see for each player on each team !
Rating 10/10
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6 hours ago, a_Ferk said:
1. Did you expect Philly was going to win it all this season?
With that roster , how could they lose !?!?!
2. Will you be tuning in to the VHLM draft stream in 4 days or so?
LOCKED AND LOADED , Ill be in the green room , waiting for my name to be called , 1st round
3. Who is going to win the NHL's Canadian Division?
Arizona
4. What was your reaction to how the World Juniors ended?
USA USA USA
5. From our class of waiver claim players, who do you think will go the highest in the draft?
Honestly, and im a EXTREMELY HUMBLE , looking at things ive gotta say me ,
6. Played any hockey lately? I live in a small town so I've actually been skating quite a bit in recent days.
On the ice every day, Theres Ice everywhere in Motha Russia
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ill try this out , extra TPE WHY NOT LOL
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In Willy Myers first taste of VHLM he had two goals and one assists for three points while drawing 4 minutes in penalties and laying 12 hits in 17 games since joining Saskatoon this season, when his debut was delayed due to International Visa issues as well as Covid-19 Border Restrictions. Since coming to Saskatoon Myers on ice play has been nothing short of signs of excellence every shift , hist offensive capabilities are other worldly. Myers had been training with Pavel Datsyuk and Maxim Afinogenov. Willy said he used this time to really work on his Puck handling and deception and changes in speed and acceleration. These are probably the most knowledgeable in those areas and I couldn’t be more lucky.
“He’s a solid two-way Winger who’s played for his country at the under-17 and under-18 world championships and who can stabilize our young defence,” Rico Swave, the RSL’s director of hockey operations and head coach, said of the Russian international.
is expected to be in the lineup against the visiting opponents during the 1st playoff games .
The addition of the younger Myers puts the Wild roster at 20, numbering 12 forwards, five defencemen and two goaltenders. The VHLM playoffs should start anyday now .
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On 12/29/2020 at 3:24 AM, a_Ferk said:
Press conference for week ending January 3rd.
1. Have you been watching the World Juniors lately? If so, who are you cheering for?
GERMANY
2. What was the best gift you got for Christmas?
Spending time with my girlfriend
3. What kind of food did you eat for the holidays?
TURKEY
4. How satisfied have you been with your player's performance recently?
)%
5. What do you think of Chicago's big upset (and sweep) of Seattle in the VHL?
STHS IS BROKE SHOCKED ?
6. Assistant GM a_Ferk went MIA with the presser last week. Where did he go?
Probably with his family , I hope all is well
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On 12/15/2020 at 12:48 PM, Doomsday said:
SPECIAL DOOMS EDITION PRESSER
1. As the season winds down, Saskatoon has not officially clinched a playoff berth, but seems to be a lock for the post-season. Where do you see the Wild finishing the regular season at in the standings?
7th
2. After being ranked 5th in the VHLM in producing top VHL talent, Saskatoon currently has three prospects (Battre Sandstrom, Lenny Sanderson, and Brian Moreau) in the Top 25 prospects of the Season 76 Pre-Draft Rankings. Where do you see them going in the S76 VHL Entry Draft?
Uhm clearly the Top25 Prospects List had to have had an error forgetting about me ?
3. Do you think there are any other Saskatoon players capable of making their mark as a top prospect?
Obviously those 3 are going to be VHL STARS , BUT uhm seriously , Willy Myers
4. Florent Vericel is the first VHLM player this season to crack 100 points this season, and he still has ten games left to play. How many points does he finish with, and does anyone have a prayer of catching him?
Noone has a chance at catching him
5. What has been your favorite moment so far this season?
Playing my first VHLM games
6. With the World Junior Championships approaching, which country's national anthem is your favorite?
Canada/USa
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THE RUSSIA STAR *
You started like a figure skater when you were kid.
Yes, when I was 4 I started like a figure skater. Then I looked on hockey players all the time and I wanted to join them. My grandfather saw I did not pay attention and I like hockey more, he decided to sign me up for hockey.
How it was in the juniors? You spent long years overseas as a young player.
I liked it there. I was happy for being there. When you are young, you want to go into the world. You do not like it much at home. It got me freedom. I even did not want to come back to home.
With just one offer to the VHLM Saskatoon chose you, after making the jump from Russia, Was it hard for you?
It was not nice, but I was back in the VHLM and got know new teams. Mainly I was still there. It was important for me that teams had interest in me. I had no family so I packed my luggage and went there. It was not something terrible.
My talent is not for example the like of Red Lite. I could not choose teams. I try to work out hard. My target is the entire league.
You often played less than two minutes per game in your last season for Colorado Avalanche. We’re not you angry?
Some coaches give to this kind of players more ice-time, some less. It is the strategy of the coach. I was disappointed of course. When I am looking back, it was wrong it made me disappointed. I should be thankful for being there… But I have ever been. I was angry, but it forced me to work out more and more. I was happy to be there. When you just practice with the team, you can get better.
-Myers was picked first overall in this year's QMJHL draft in June but balked at reporting to Charlottetown.
The high-scoring 16-year-old forward was clearly the most talented player available in this year's crop of midget prospects and has been compared to Cole Harbour product — Sidney Crosby.
Myers starred for Russia at the Canada Games in Halifax in February, leading the team in scoring by a wide margin despite being double teamed during most games. He had eight goals and 11 points to finish tied for fourth in tournament scoring even though Team Russia was overmatched in most games.
Many scouts have suggested he's the early favorite to go first round in the S76 VHLM draft. Myers grew up playing in the same minor hockey system as Crosby and then jumped to Shattuck St. Mary's prep school in Minnesota, where Crosby also played. Willy would then go on to play in the MHL for CSKA , as well as spend time with the Red Bull HC and being loaned to the Modo J20 Sweden Elit Team for months were he was called up for 6 games in the Allvenskan league and practiced with the big boys from that day on.
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On 11/7/2020 at 5:44 PM, a_Ferk said:
I decided that it was time to start a brand new Presser thread.
In other news, it looks like we're in for a rough week in Saskatchewan. This isn't even as bad as my area's forecast, we are supposed to get 50 cm. That is approximately 20 inches.
1. With golf out of the question due to the weather, how have you been spending the offseason?
playing hockey....
2. 8th seeded Miami was able to defy the odds and take home the Founder's Cup. What do you think was their key to success?
Their chemistry y100%
3. Are you excited for the VHLM draft? Who do you think goes first overall?
OFCOURSE, cant wait to get more playing time to show the GMs what ive got and hopefuly get atleast 1 interview
4. Who will you be cheering for in the offseason's World Cup?
CANADA
5. What video games have you been playing recently?
NBA 2K21
6. Who do you think wins in a fight, Steve Eso or Alex Zouzouambe?
ZOUZOUAMBE???
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+10 Willy Myers
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claiming 6 uncaped (+6)
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VHL Prospects Shawn Anderi Zyuzin, Artem Tretiak and Frank Funk Jr have all been Team Russias WJHC training camp ahead of the S75 VHL World Junior Hockey Championship.
The three are part of a 29-man invite list for camp, which will determine the 23 players named to the Russian National U-350 TPE Team in the coming weeks. All three took part in October's National Junior Team Evaluation Camp in Las Vegas Nevada.
Funk Jr, Most likely the 2nd Forward to be picked on draft day , the unanimous #2 Forward prospect is entering his sophomore season in the M. The Russia -native was part of the S74 Ottawa Lynx squad before being drafted to San Diego last Offseason.
Zyuzin, Chicago's second-round pick in October's draft (22nd overall), was also a member of Russia’s National Team Development Program for two seasons and is entering his rookie season in the big apple after an impressive training camp earning a surprise roster spot.
Tretiak, a third-round pick of the Nighthawks (No. 39th overall) in October, was National Team Development Program member for two seasons and is in his rookie season in the Pros at Malmo for the NIghthawks in a backup role for now. He's appeared in twelve games a Starter and five Wins to date.
- Jayrad28, JigglyGumballs and Rayzor_7
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On 12/9/2020 at 5:42 PM, Suzuki14 said:
Press conference for the week ending December 13th
1. Vericel and Eso have been our best players all season, but who do you think has been the most underrated?
I guess ill find out at practice
2. If you could update a VHLM team's logo, which one would you choose?
San Diego :barf
3. Individually, how well do you think your player has done so far?
Decent
4. Florent Vericel is on pace to be the second straight league leader in points for us. Think he can do it?
Oh ya
Christmas themed questions:
5. What is your favorite Christmas song?
Silent Night
6. Have any gifts you're really hoping for this year?
Time with my love
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Expected time of making VHL = 2-3 Seasons
Risk-Reward Analysis: Risk = 4/5 Reward = 4.5/5
NHL Potential: Top line scoring forward
Strengths
- Phenomenal puck-handling
- Athleticism
- Dynamic offensive ability
- Great size and frame
- Fantastic skater
- Elite shooting and playmaking skillset
Flaws/Aspects He Needs To Work On
- Become more mature and disciplined.
- Continue to train to increase strength and mass.
- Consistency
Pros: Smooth Skating, Playmaking ability, Heavy shot, Elite offensive skills
Cons: Off-Ice character issues, Consistency issues, Lack of strengthSkillset comparison: Poor Mans Evgeni Malkin
Submitted by: Bob Mckenzie NHL.comFantasy Hockey Potential: Offensive = 9/10 Defensive = 6.5/10
NHL Player(s) Comparison: Ilya Kovalchuk
Interesting Note(s): “His long time hockey idol was Pavel Bure, “There never has been nor ever will be a player with the skill and IQ like Bure, he is truly a living hockey god” quoted Myers – as a tribute to Pavel, Myers wears No. 10 and has X tattooed on his left wrist.”
Player Profile: Throughout the regular season, fans heard of reports from VSN Insiders that Willy Myers was looking forward to joining the VHL sooner rather than later. Various stories from Russian Media outlets corroborated this excitement with reports where Myers was quoted saying much of the same and that to make things more dramatic he was even offered a rather lucrative contract to stay in the KHL, but he rejected to sign to join the VHLM.
So what’s the holdup?
In short, the pandemic. However, the situation is a bit more complicated than that. If 2020 were a normal year, Willy would have been able to sign to his Entry-Level Contract and playa full 72 game season. There are debates to be had if the Saskatoon Wild would still be in their season with there story book of a season on their own, but the novel continues and the Coronavirus has changed everything.
With the pause allowing Myers and his family an ample amount of time to think, some began to wonder if Willy actually would be able to join the a league in North America , if the league were to return to play. His KHL contract did officially expire November 30th, he’s yet to sign a new KHL deal.
Suffice to say, his draft stock has fallen from being a consensus 1st round pick, to maybe not even going in the first round. VHL teams will have to consider his character in the ever important interview opportunities they have, because there is no doubt that he still has blue-chip talent. He’s lanky, but his size is very enticing. Offensively, when he’s on his game, he can simply dominate. He sees the ice well and has a very impressive shot, but can also utilize his teammates very effectively. Consistency and intensity are some question marks, and Willy has been labelled in Russia as a prima donna numerous times, but the sheer skill he possesses can’t be questioned. In recent interviews however Willy has gone out of his way to apologize for the way he acted when he was younger and how much he has learned from playing with older players and how much his growth as a teammate has come along.
Wherever he ends up going in the draft will be among the biggest storylines in Russia come draft day, if not more interesting then the draft stock debate. While his mistakes on and off the ice in his past have certainly hurt him, he’s matured immensely being still so very young and will have plenty of time to prove that he has what it takes to be a professional who can be an impact and most importantly team player at the next level. -
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