JetsGoalie101

Both Kerr and Joyo should put some points in fighting to make it more entertaining. I hope Joyo wasn't that teammate who stole Kerr's gf back in his beer league days

Joyo did it.

1. Just hung out with my girlfriend's family.
3. As a GM, one of my favorite players of all time @JetsGoalie101sent over some gold plated shades that I have encased on my mantle presently.
4. Arch enemy, gotta beat the best to be the best. I plan to prove a single mighty Bear is worth more than a pack of Wolves this season!
5. He is great but the Seattle fans will cheer louder when they get Lampi signed long term.
6. Infamous sim league member D3X for sure. Dude will right this ship solo mode.
@D3X
9. Learn how to score on the World stage and in the proAM. 
 

Your arch nemesis should be @JetsGoalie101dude has lifted 2 cups against you Vatt. Will this trend continue in the VHL?

Credit: @kirbithan
 
Welcome to VSN’s preview of the S86 World Junior Championship! Last season’s gold medalists, Team Europe, are looking to defend their title and the team they beat, Team USA, has come back stronger than ever trying move past their silver medals from the last two tournaments and with their first gold since S81. Teams Canada, World, and Asia all have intriguing rosters but also certain weaknesses. One area that is a strength for every team is in net. In fact, the goaltending is so elite and even across the board that it hasn't even been factored into the rankings. One goaltender will help their team to the gold medal but each team has two goalies that are capable of the feat.
 
The rankings were based on each team's top forward line and defense pairing and their depth overall.
 
Here are the teams in alphabetical order:
 
Team Asia
GM: @Tetricide
Last Five Finishes (S85-S81): 5th, 5th, 2nd, 2nd, 5th
 
Forwards (Rank: 5th):
With only one forward who played in the VHLE in S86 (Jeffrey Bezos @jsdeac), Asia will be icing the youngest and least experienced forward group in the tournament. They are not without talent, but they will rely heavily on the VHLM’s 2nd and 3rd-leading scorers: Mac Atlas @v.2 and Jimi Jaks @kelvi.
 
Defense (Rank: 3rd):
Having returning defenders Isamu Knievel @TMGSosa (see below) and Reese McFleury @Spaz will help form a decent backend. Their overall depth gives them a slight edge over Canada. 
 
Goaltending:
Ilya Bryzgalov @Devise is back for his third WJC after not making the cut last year. His experience will be needed but he may get pushed by newcomer Alexander Minion @UnknownMinion who is fresh off of leading the Oslo Storm to the Renaissance Cup after being named the VHLM’s Top Goaltender in S85.
 
Key Player:
D Isamu Knievel is the only player returning to Team Asia that played for Asia in the last tournament (the other two returnees played for USA). He spent the year with Davos where he led all rookies in penalty minutes. He is one of the best defenders in this tournament and Asia will need him to be tough yet disciplined to keep the crease clear of opponents.
 
X-Factor:
Goaltending.
With one of the strongest tandems in the tournament, Bryzgalov and Minion need to be at their best to give Asia a chance at a medal. Goals will be hard to come by so saves will be of utmost importance.
 
 
Team Canada
GM: @Dom
Last Five Finishes (S85-S81): 3rd, 1st, 3rd, 1st, 4th
 
Forwards (Rank: 3rd):
Only ranked 3rd due to a little less depth than USA and Europe, Canada’s top four forwards have the chance to dominate as much as any in the tournament. A potential top line of the VHLE’s 2nd, 3rd, and 4th-highest scorers (Larry Abass Jr @RileyL, Babay Shrimp @Blazzer, and Sadie St-Louis @sadie) has the ability to score goals by the bunch. That trio were also 3rd, 4th, and 1st respectively in goals and St-Louis and Abass Jr co-led the league with three hat tricks each and were tied for 2nd in power play goals. Add into the mix VHLE playoff scoring leader Randy Bobandy @AJW and offense should not be a problem for this group.
 
Defense (Rank: 4th):
Canada’s backend will be led by returning defenseman Rex Wolffe Gregor @oilmandan a solid all-around player and Sigma Freud @CODENAMEJIMMY who is coming off a monster 96-pont season in the M. The second pairing are younger but provide a little bit of everything. 
 
Goaltending:
This could be Canada’s greatest strength or a bit of an Achilles’ heel. Both Joel Castle @animal74 and Ash Sparks @DarkSpyro are elite goalie prospects who can play lights out for stretches but who also have a tendency to have a bad game at inopportune times. They may each play half the games before a starter is chosen for the medal round.
 
Key Player:
C Randy Bobandy is a big two-way center who will start on the top line and can match up against other team’s top players. He has Junior Showcase Tournament gold and a Renaissance Cup and can put up goals in bunches.
 
X-Factor:
Confidence.
Canada’s players have won more championships and tournaments collectively than any other team in this year’s WJC. For example, the third line are all from the Founder’s Cup-winning Marlins. They will need to draw on that knowledge and winning attitude to give them an edge.
 

Team Europe
GM: @qripll
Last Five Finishes (S85-S81): 1st, 3rd, 1st, 4th, 2nd
 
Forwards (Rank: 2nd):
With four returning forwards from last year’s gold medal winning roster, Europe has the slightest edge over Canada with its group up front. S86 Renaissance Cup-winning teammates Nikolas Kauppi @Tetricide and Sunglasses Joyo @JetsGoalie101 will be counted on as will Rome’s leading scorer, Wann Kerr @VattghernCZ. Germany’s Alexander Stroheim @Stroheim, the VHLM’s leading scorer should also add some offensive pop.
 
Defense (Rank: 5th):
On paper, Europe’s defense is not quite on par with the rest of the teams but they may also be the most underrated. Both Jens Lekman @Bobcat and Elias Lampi @Pifferfish, the M’s top scoring defenseman, are very good and have excelled in other tournaments and can add huge doses of offense at times.
 
Goaltending:
Karl Pedersen @JeffD may have led Europe to gold last year but his development has not progressed as many have hoped. Rising up the ranks is Fuukka Rask @Jubis, widely considered to be the best goalie not playing in the VHL. He may get the chance to lead Europe in the crease.
 
Key Player:
D Jens Lekman is poised to use this tournament as his springboard into becoming one of the most talked about prospects. He will need to be at his best for Europe to repeat.
 
X-Factor:
Goaltending.
If Rask gets the opportunity to start and plays like he can, Europe will be difficult to beat. Pedersen can play well if called upon or share his gold medal knowledge with his protegee.
 

USA's Jeremy Swayman makes a save as teammate John Poremba Jr ties up Canada's Larry Abass Jr.
 
Team USA
GM: Oatex
Last Five Finishes (S85-S81): 2nd, 2nd, 4th, 3rd, 1st
 
Forwards (Rank: 1st):
The Americans have by far the deepest group of forwards in the tournament. All of their forwards played in the VHLE aside from one, William Futch @Futch, who played in the VHL and all of them played in the tournament last year. While only one forward cracked the Top-10 in VHLE scoring (Lorenzo Cobberson @Hendrix Cobberson) they can roll three solid lines that may overwhelm the competition. 
 
Defense (Rank: 1st):
USA’s defense corp is also the deepest in the tournament. They are all excellent in their own zone and should be able to provide a lot of offense as well as John Poremba Jr @CrlineDijohn14 is the highest scoring returning defenseman from last year, Skor McFleury @Alex was one of the top offensive dmen in the E and Kronchy Kardashian @Garsh was almost a point-per-game player in the M.
 
Goaltending:
Jeremy Swayman @Agito has something to prove as he was pulled in the 2nd period of last year’s gold medal game against Europe. He’s been runner-up a lot so far in his young career. Can he win it all with this team in front of him? If he falters, Justin Lion @Emperor_Fun is the least experienced goalie in the tournament but he did just lead San Diego to the Founder’s Cup.
 
Key Player:
LW Jon Webber Jr @Webberj led last season's tournament in goals, assists, and points. If he comes even close to that production this time, USA will be almost impossible to stop.
 
X-Factor:
Experience.
With almost the entire roster returning from last year’s tournament, the Americans have their eyes set on avenging two straight silver medal finishes.
 
 
Team World
GM: @Emperor_Fun
Last Five Finishes (S85-S81): 4th, 4th, 5th, 5th, 3rd
 
Forwards (Rank: 4th):
While Team World has a solid group of forwards, they lack the amount of elite talent that USA, Europe and Canada have and their depth is not quite as robust. But with over half of them returning from last year and the entire group being solid players, they have the ability to compete and surprise the critics. They may have the most underrated third line as their three VHLM players were all point-per-game players with time on special teams. Dirk Diggler @Tbeez99 was second in the M with 10 game-winning goals.   
 
Defense (Rank: 2nd):
While not the flashiest group, Team World’s four defensemen are big, mobile, physical and very good defensively. Every entry into their zone will be contested and those that dare enter will be punished. How they fare against some of the tournament’s high-octane offenses will be interesting to see.
 
Goaltending:
If opponents get through the defense then they’ll have to deal with either Geoffrey Bezos @Quik or Lachlan Summers @kirbithan in net. Both netminders are excellent puck stoppers that are capable of taking over a game. Bezos led all VHLE starters in save percentage.
 
Key Player:
LW Fred Hampton @TownBizness led the VHLE in scoring with 106 points and 9 game-winning goals. He will be relied on to drive the offense.
 
X-Factor:
Physicality.
This group is not afraid to get dirty. Defenseman Womp Womp Womp Womp Womp Jr @AdamEss led last year’s tournament in hits and was second in the E with 314 and forward Johnny Kalamazoo @KzooJohn was 8th with 212. Everyone on this roster will finish their checks. They may beat teams into submission before out-scoring them. 
 
Enjoy the S86 World Junior Championship as the VHL’s next generation of international stars battle for gold. May the best team win!
 
@animal74
VSN Writer 

Coach Woody will be wearing that special pair of shades as he watches each game of the WJC!

Proud to be of service 🕶️

HEY, HEY , HEY!
WELCOME BACK EVERYONE. 
I AM PROUD TO CONTINUE BEING TEAM EUROPE GM AND AS A REIGNING CHAMPION WE HAVE ONLY ONE GOAL:
BACK-TO-BACK CUP
SO TO ACHIEVE THAT I HAVE CHOSEN THE BEST GUYS AMONG THE CONTINENT TO REPRESENT OUR TEAM. 
 
GOALIES:
Fuukka Rask -  ( @Jubis )
Karl Pedersen -  ( @JeffD )
 
DEFENCEMEN: 
Jens Lekman -  ( @Bobcat )
David Jokinen - ( @Ahma )
Elias Lampi - ( @Pifferfish )
Michael Shotter -  ( @TacocaT9 )

FORWARDS:
Nikolas Kauppi -  ( @Tetricide )
Sunglasses Joyo -  ( @JetsGoalie101 )
Wann Kerr -  ( @VattghernCZ )
Left Alone -  ( @okochastar )
Alex Bridges III - ( @Oatex )
Halvar Torbjorn -  ( @Rayzor_7 )
Alexander Stroheim -  ( @Stroheim )
Brayden Albrecht -  ( @Gage2 )
Kobe Johnson -  ( @Vkobe-v )

Everyone who was mentioned above feel free to join the server! https://discord.gg/Z3PfgsaV
 
WE ARE GOING FOR THE GOLD!
 

Oslo Storm Press Conference 
25/12/2022
 
1. The playoff race has been down to the wire , what do we need to do cone playoffs time to be successful.
 
2. Is there a favourite going into the playoffs this year given how close the race is ?
 
3. How do you prepare for playoffs usually ?
 
4. Oslo has faced a lot of adversity this season , what do you think has been our teams rallying cry to get back into the thick of the race ?
 
5. Christmas is pretty much here what are you plans ? 
 
6. Go too cookies to leave out for Santa ?

I couldn’t really think of anything to write so I’m gonna write about LA’s disappointingly unlucky season they’ve had . 
 
While on paper the Stars look like they should be a relatively competitive team . This season has been the complete opposite whether it’s bad bounces or poor sim luck the Stars Can’t catch a break or get anything going consistently. 

On the backend LA has one of the better defence cores in the VHL with 3 players early into their career’s . Callum Murray @Berocka Scoish Velociraptor Maloish @youloser1337 and Brain Kowalski @Wheaties (each of whom earn at a very good rate ) and Poopy Peepants @JardyB10who rounds out the d core although he will be retiring at the end of this season . With these 4 defenders on the roster LA the Stars have managed put together a solid top 4 for this season and seasons to come . Give it some time and this will be one of the best defence cores I’d not the best defence core in the VHL . 
 
Much like on the Backend the Stars have one of the best up and coming goalies in Art Vandalay @Gustav . He’s an exceptional goalie and will be one of the best for a long time to come , this season has just been a nightmare all around for him and the Stars in general.
 
On offence the Stars lack firepower other then Sirdsvaldis Miglaskems @FrostBeardthey really don’t have any big name forwards . Yes they have some up and coming guys that will be big pieces moving forward but for the time being they will have to solely rely on Miglaskems to shoulder majority of the offensive load . DB lll and rookie Todd Cooke have both had some success in stretches this season but like most of the team they’ve struggled to stay consistent all year around . Give them some time and DB and Cooke along with the other young guns will help Miglaskems lead the offence and hopefully turn LA into an offensive powerhouse in the future .

Now while I think this season was largely underwhelming considering how close the Stars were to making the playoffs last season . I do think there’s a lot of positives and things to look forward too in the coming seasons . First off the Season 84 draft class is shaping up to be very important in shaping the future of this team as each core piece is developing extremely well . Also a few Rookies have gotten games this season and a taste of what it takes to play in the VHL . @InstantRockstarhas done a lot to try to claw and dig out of this predicament and I wholeheartedly believe that if there’s one person that can turn it around for the Stars it’s him . The pieces are there it’ll just take a few more in the right places and some fine tuning to get there . Coming into the fold next season Alexander Minion @UnknownMinionSunglasses Joyo @JetsGoalie101 And Sebastian Dokis @Sebastienjust to name a few are the next crop of young guns looking help this team take the next step . 

In closing yes it’s been a disappointing season for the Stars but they have the pieces on their roster and coming up in the next few seasons to build a competitive roster that I truly believe will compete for championships for seasons to come . It’s just going to take a little bit of patience and faith from everyone in the organization . One way or another they will get there !
 
Im happy to be in LA and I look forward to us being a top team for seasons to come the future is bright here!

I’ve done this each of the past 2 seasons and I plan to keep on doing it , this seasons edition is the S86 Oslo Storm ! Let’s compare the Storm to their NHL Counterparts! 
 
Let’s Start with the Forwards !
 
Sunglasses Joyo centre
 @JetsGoalie101
Mathew Barzal 
Joyo is a pass first Centre with great skating ability ! Joyo is an offence driver on Oslo and a big voice in the locker room . Most importantly the guy never ever takes off his sunglasses it’s even been noted that he has a special exemption to wear them on the ice for every game ! Even making sunglasses a rallying point for Oslo this season !
 
 
Nikolas Kauppi Right Wing
@Tetricide
Tage Thompson 
Kauppi is huge ! Both on and off the ice ! The rookie winger has been an integral part of Oslo’s Offence this season giving 100% every single shift ! Kauppi is a power forward any team would be lucky to have on their roster !
 
Ben McLaughlin Left Wing
@Ben mclaughlin
Brandon Hagel
Mclaughlin is a Swiss Army knife the guy can play up and down the lineup wherever Oslo needs him . A little bit of a late bloomer he’s finding his stride and proving to be a valuable piece to Oslo . He’s trusted to play the game the right way whenever he is on the ice in whatever role he is asked to play .
 
Jon Webber Jr Left Wing
@Webberj
Jamie Benn
Oslo’s captain is a natural leader on and off the ice ! Leading by example whether it’s on the ice or in the locker room . Webber knows how to set the tone and make an impact during a game . He’s on track to become Oslo’s all time leading scorer and in my opinion after this season the team should consider potentially retiring the man’s jersey number . ( yes I’m his short 2 seasons he’s had that big of an impact on the storm franchise).
 
Robert Overmeyer Left Wing
@RobBro34
Nic Robertson
Overmeyer is a speedy small winger with loads of potential. He could become a very important winger for Oslo and even a dominant offensive winger in the VHLE and VHL for years to come ! It’s a just a matter of if he can put all his potential and tools together and carve out a successful career for himself
 
Vinny Lecavalier Centre
@Spartakiller2
Dylan Strome
New comer Lecavalier has came as advertised immediately fitting in on Oslo , and bringing much needed help offensively when Oslo looked like the were at one point lacking the firepower . Vinny Looks like a player with a lot of potential trying to make a name for himself in this league ! So far he’s blowing expectations out of the water for himself .
 
Randy Bobandy Centre
@AJW
Dylan Holloway
Bobandy came into this season a highly touted prospect for the S87 draft and while he struggled early on he seems to be finding his game as of late . Bobandy will almost certainly be playing in the VHL next season as he is the second ranked prospect in the draft . Look for him to continue to improve each and every game !
 
Pistol Pete Centre
@PistolP
Jordan Staal
Pete is a veteran Centre that brings a lot of experience to Oslo . Although this is his last season he’s been a valuable fourth line grinder and energy player . Aswell as a valuable veteran presence to have in the Oslo locker room.
 
Lets move on too Defenceman!
 
Quinn Clark
@axtron
Brandon Montour
Clark has been a revalation on Oslo’s backend this year contributing to their successful team defence game , while also contributing consistently offensively aswell . Clark came into this season wanting to give more to the team both offensively and defensively! And boy has he done that and more !
 
Brodie Landry lll
@Brodie_Landry
Miro Hieskanen
Landry came into this season with a completely retooled game and focus . And honestly it’s shown he’s one of the best 2 way d men in the VHLE this season ! He’s contributing offensively and shutting other teams top players down defensively! Like Clark , Landry has been crucial to Oslo’s defensive success this season !

Jack The Ripper
@Ripper
Moritz Seider 
Ripper sees the ice exceptionally well he makes a great first breakout pass , and is almost never out of position on the ice , he’s been a very welcomed addition to Oslo’s d core this season.
 
Hunor Solyom
@solyom
Matt Roy
Solyom is a hard nosed stay at home d man with a bit of offensive upside ! He’s been a calming force so far this year . He can really slow down the play and seemingly always makes the right decision with the puck .
 
Rhys Trenton
@DeeGoat
Brent Burns
Trenton recently came to Oslo via trade and has been everything they needed to stabilize their d core . The veteran offensive d man is in his last season before retirement . He looks like he hasn’t skipped a beat since being acquired !
 
Time for the Goalies now !
 
Alexander Minion
@UnknownMinion
Ilya Sorokin
Minion has single-handedly won a number of games for Oslo this year , He’s having a fantastic season so far in net for the storm ! And will continue to be the backbone of the storm as they work towards their ultimate goal of making the playoffs and working towards repeating as renaissance cup champs!
 
Travis Clark
@ClarkClanT
Keith Kinkaid 
Clark has so far proven to be a serviceable and dependable backup for Oslo this season . Look for his playing time to increase as the season goes on!
 
there you have in folks there who I believe are the closest counterparts for Oslo’s players based on their play style and the year they are having !
 
 

Thank you @Arce for the easy talks and welcome to Oslo @Spartakiller2 and @DeeGoat! Very excited to add you both.

Vasteras receives:
S87 BRA 4th
S88 OSL 2nd

Oslo receives:
Rhys Trenton
Vinny Lecavalier


This trade has been accepted by all parties and is pending league approval.

Oslo Storm Press Conference 
Week ending 11/27/2022
 
1. We’re middle of the pack so far this season what areas could use improvement most ?
 
2. Jon Webber Jr is on track to become the Storms all time leading scorer this season , does he do it ?
 
3. If you could have one VHLE player past or present on the team this season who would it be and why ?
 
4. what road city has the best away locker room and best rink in the VHLE ?
 
5 . How’s your player doing so far this season ?
 
6. Christmas is coming up what’s your go to Christmas movie ?

G Xavier Booberry

Cheering for Oslo now lets go @JB123

Confirmed. 
 
A pleasure doing trade negotiations with you JB, I know our draft deal fell through, but it was great to make this happen this time around. Also wanted to set a very promising player @JetsGoalie101up for success. Best of luck in Oslo Sunglasses!!

Condition: Should the S87 VHLE Draft go to Round 5, Vasteras receives S87 OSL 5th. 
 
@Arce like to confirm. Thanks for the talks!
 
@JetsGoalie101 welcome to Oslo, pumped to have you!

Vasteras receives:
S87 OSL 3rd

Oslo receives:
Sunglasses Joyo


This trade has been accepted by all parties and is pending league approval.

IT'S TIME
It's time to enjoy watching one of the best hockey tournament on the Earth! As a Team Europe General Manager i would like to introduce 15 players from different countries who will represent the team. Let's see all of them!



GOALIES: 
We have got a tandem here!
 
Karl Pedersen - , @JeffD
Jean Mercier - , @Is_thatok

DEFENCEMEN:
Matty Live - , @Mattylive3k
Jen Lekman - , @Bobcat
Bob Robb - , @rotbag
Jani Karppinen - , @ShawnGlade

FORWARDS: 
Potential Bratislava line??

Hasbulla Magomedov* - , @Motzaburger
John Jameson - , @Frank
Dens Oden - , @Snussu
Nikolas Kauppi - , @Tetricide
The Frenchman -  , @OrbitingDeath
Alfred Champagne - , @Anthique
Alex Bridges III - , @Oatex
Sunglasses Joyo - , @JetsGoalie101
Halvar Torbjorn* - , @Nosam_13 

* - There are not a couple of VHLE logos . It shows which VHL club drafted the player..

And i have got a few words about this roster. As some of you may notice it is not the best roster i could build up. I missed some guys with a nice number of TPEs because their creators went AFK and i strongly believe that my goal as a GM is giving an experience to everyone who dedicates himself to VHL. Even to welfare users. However, my preference doesn't make us weaker! Commisioners gave me a chance and i will do my best to make the tournament something special and remarkable for every active member of this team! 
 
Everyone who was mentioned above feel free to join the Locker Room: https://discord.gg/jyPujmAM

WE ARE GOING FOR THE GOLD!

Fuck yeah Joyo! Congrats Reapers, on brand for spooky szn.