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    VHL Pre-Draft GM Interview

    in Media Spots

    Posted · Edited by ace_five_

    With the VHL draft coming up tomorrow (Friday), I wanted to get this out before that so it still makes sense. Last season I did one of these for the VHLM, and with my player now participating in the VHL draft, figured I would do one this season too. I sent a list of questions to each of the VHL GMs to see what their thoughts are for the upcoming draft and the season ahead. Last season I listed out what each of the GMs said, but because there were some GMs that wanted to stay anonymous this time, I’m going to paraphrase a bit and try and keep it a little more vague while trying to give as much insight as I can. 

     

    What are your goals for the upcoming draft, and the season beyond?


    Okay, it’s going to be a little harder to make this vague but I’m going to do my best. 

     

    Calgary Wranglers :cal: - Calgary only has one pick in the first three rounds before having three in the fourth. This is going to be a little tougher for them to get a specific player they’re looking for since the chances of them still being available are slim, but there are chances to make some moves if they’re eyeing someone in particular. They have a solid core but if they're going to continue to improve they will have to find some diamonds who can help in the future. Luckily this draft is pretty deep so they may find just that.

     

    Chicago Phoenix :chi: - The Phoenix are in a similar position as the Wranglers going into the draft, except for the fact that they have more established players for S94. They too only have thirds and fourths in draft capital but with a stronger core, may not need to do as much to make an impact this season. They look to be offloading picks wherever they can for guaranteed players since they are starting to contend and maybe prefer players who can help the cause immediately. This could work for a couple of seasons, but eventually, players will be retiring and Chicago could see a long rebuild following a push. 

     

    D.C. Dragons :dcd: - This is an interesting one. The Dragons have been able to compete in the latest seasons, but they have some work ahead of them if they want to continue their winning ways. With only seven players currently signed with the team, plus their goalie of the future, and a shallow prospect pool, it’s going to be a long road ahead of them. GM @FrostBeard has put together a championship team in the past though, so don’t count out D.C. just yet.

     

    HC Davos Dynamo :dav: - @Alex has been putting in the work this offseason. Davos moved down the draft board but in the process was able to pick up tons of top young talent that can help the team immediately. The Dynamo still have two first-round picks and an early second that they can use to fill out their back end and build for the future at the same time. It may still be a battle to make the playoffs this season, but it’s not completely out of the question for this team. 

     

    Helsinki Titans :hel: - Talk about a team that’s gone all in on the S94 draft. Helsinki currently owns 14 total picks, 21% of the 64 available. This bodes well for the rebuilding out of Finland. The plan here is to continue building up the prospect pool so there are plenty of chances to bring in players who want to be on the Titans and who also earn well enough to make the team contenders. It’s still going to be some time before Helsinki makes a considerable push for a championship, but they have a solid plan for the future as it currently stands.

     

    London United :ldn: - With their perennial all-star goalie now retired and on the bench for London, they were looking for a goalie for the foreseeable future and @jacobcarson877 found that in a trade with Calgary to acquire Merome Dilson @MexicanCow123. They now only have a single draft pick, in the fourth round, and are looking at bolstering the current roster for the time being before the rebuild seasons inevitably come for them. 

     

    Los Angeles Stars :la: - The Stars look rough. It’s rebuild time for them after making a hard push for a championship in S92 and coming up short. They have put themselves in a great position for the future, securing four first-rounders and three seconds in tomorrow’s draft. This should set them up nicely in a few seasons but leading up to that I wouldn’t expect too many wins. After losing the first overall pick due to a little bit of rule skirting, LA has opted to rely on the depth of the draft class to supply them with the talent they need. This will be an interesting team to watch come S96 if they can hit on their picks. 

     

    Malmo Nighthawks :mal: - On paper, the Nighthawks look pretty good. While they don’t have any superstars, overall they have a well-balanced group. Pair that with six draft picks and Malmo shouldn’t be easing off the gas any time soon. @KaleebtheMighty was quoted saying “We pride ourselves in making selections that bring a good presence into our locker room”, and the goal is to continue bringing in players that fit that mould. It seems that Malmo feels that with the players being so tight-knit in the locker room, it will translate to on-ice success as well.

     

    Moscow Menace :mos: - How do you compete with the ruthless trading of @Spartan ? Somehow Moscow has pulled off acquiring the top two picks in tomorrow’s draft without completely blowing up the team. The Menace will be just that, menaces, this upcoming season and beyond. I’ll get more into this further down, but with (presumably) the additions of the top two earners and veteran VHLers, this Moscow team has a lot to be hopeful about going forward. 

     

    New York Americans :nya: - It’s been quite some time since the Americans won a Continental Cup, but the team continues to look good. Holding onto the 9th overall pick, New York should be able to pick up a relatively low-risk pick that can help them once they develop. While they have been relatively quiet this offseason, trades-wise, there has still been a goal to continue improving not just the current team, but the teams that will follow and continue competing. 

     

    Prague Phantoms :prg: - Truthfully, there isn’t a lot to go off of here. Prague is in “full rebuild mode” and will be for a while. The team does have six picks heading into the draft so they should be able to pick up some reliable prospects to add to their pool as they rebuild. This one is going to be a lot of work but it seems GM @Tetricide is all in and ready to build the team of the future.

     

    Riga Reign :rig: - Brand new GM @Lemorse7 has inherited a team that is ready for the future. Add in the third pick in the draft and they should continue to build on that. The addition of star defenceman Skor McFleury (whether they got scammed or not) really helps out this young team as they attempt to improve on last season’s record. Pair that with a franchise goalie and a defensive battalion that is on the rise and the Reign will be ready to compete soon. 

     

    Seattle Bears :sea: - The Continental Cup Champions don’t have a single pick in tomorrow’s draft. Using the capital that they currently have to compete again next season is the plan, as this team looks very similar to their championship one. With Nathan Ecker making the jump to the VHL in S94, Seattle looks to repeat in the same way they won this season – with a complete team from front to back.

     

    Toronto Legion :tor: - Toronto looks like a respectable team going into the S94 draft. They have three picks, including a first and a second-rounder, and a team that looks strong to back it up. With the draft being as deep as it is, the Legion should be able to make picks that can help them sooner rather than later. With an ageing team, however, the window for Toronto is narrow so they might need to look at adding some prospects to the pool soon.

     

    Vancouver Wolves :que: - This team has a good mix of rising stars and veteran presences that could compete for a championship in S94. Tack on a 4th and 5th overall selection in the draft and you have a recipe for success for seasons to come. This Wolves team has been built up to be contenders for a long time and they should do just that. If they can add a few more prospects in upcoming seasons they will put themselves in an even better spot and possibly become the team to beat in the VHL.

     

    Warsaw Predators :war: - The Predators are relying on top talent being available in the second round to set them up for the future. Although they haven’t had much success recently in their second-round picks, this draft class looks promising to break that streak. In the meantime, Warsaw has a team that should be able to make a decent push in the playoffs, and they are relatively young up front as well. Don’t sleep on this Predators team just yet.

     

    Who do you think will be the #1 pick and why?

     

    Last season when I asked this question to the VHLM GMs, almost everyone had a different opinion on who would be chosen first and why. This time around is much different. There seems to be a unanimous top two and because of the trades this week, we don’t need to debate who will get who. At this point, it is basically a lock that Moscow will end up with both Maverick Goncalves @leandrofg and Jillian Woods @jacobcarson877. Who Spartan decides will be the honourary number one pick is yet to be seen though. 
    That being said, I did get some buzz around Felicia Hardy @JCarson, and Pierre Marc Bouchard @Gaikoku-hito so don’t count them out just yet. With the top 12 earners being seasoned VHL veterans (my player, Andrew Skilton, being 13 *wink wink*), it’s hard to get a bust in the first round this draft. There could still be some trades being worked out so keep your eyes out for that. 

     

    This draft is looking pretty deep, with 19 players sitting at 200+ TPE and another 9 over 150. How confident are you that you're going to get the players you want?

     

    Again, with the deep draft, there is a lot to be hopeful about. Most of the GMs that I spoke to said they are confident they’re going to end up with the player they are hoping for. At the very least, there is so much talent that even if they don’t get the specific player they were looking at, there will almost certainly be someone comparable as a backup. Teams are still looking to score a diamond in the rough in the later portions of the draft, and are preparing accordingly to find those.

     

    What is your favourite part of the offseason?

     

    The offseason can be both stressful and relaxing in the VHL. When asked, GMs tend to look at taking a little time off before putting their noses to the grindstone and making things happen. Since there isn’t much time to take a break, it can become a bit stressful with all the trade offers and scouting that tends to happen, but some GMs relish in that pressure. The draft can be a really exciting time for the players, and I think the GMs feed off of that energy and apply it accordingly. Lastly, the offseason tournaments are a great way to take a bit of a step back and watch the rest of the VHL have a little bit of extra-curricular fun. 

     

     

    Well, there it is. Thank you to all the GMs who participated and helped inform my longest article to date. I’m really looking forward to how the draft pans out and will be watching along with every selection. To the draftees – good luck and have fun!
     

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    JST Steel Press Conference

    in Team Press Conferences

    Posted

    1. How is the Junior Showcase Tournament going for your player so far?  Are you performing as well as you would have hoped/expected?
      "I think the tournament is going well for me so far. I like the way I have been playing both offensively and defensively, although sitting at a -10 is a little hard to see. I'd like to tighten it up a bit for the elimination games so we can try and win this thing."
       
    2. What has your offseason experience been like? Fun, exciting, boring, slow, full of anticipation for the draft?
      "It's been a whirlwind of an offseason so far. With the interviews from the VHL/VHLE teams, to managing the Steel, to my first offseason as a VHLM AGM, there's a lot going on. Watching what the GMs in the VHL are doing with their trades as well has been exciting. With this being my first full offseason with a (mostly) full understanding of the league, I'm trying to take it all in and enjoy what's going on."
       
    3. With the drafts upcoming for the VHL, VHLE, and VHLM, are there any teams that you really want to be drafted by?
      "I don't have a preference of where I go. I like the competition of trying to raise my draft stock as quickly as possible in this home stretch, but where I end up is going to be where I put my effort in. I'll be happy with whatever team chooses me."
       
    4. With the Junior Showcase Tournament regular season done, how do you think the Steel will fair in the playoffs?
      "I think we have a good chance in the playoffs. We're kind of in the same position as Halifax was in going into the playoffs, so I hope we have a different outcome. I'll be doing my best to make sure that happens as well."
       
    5. Is your favorite NHL team still in the Stanley Cup Playoffs and do you think they have a chance to win it all?
      "Nope, the Leafs didn't make it out of the first round as per usual. It was pretty disappointing to see that happen again."
       
    6. Fun Question: If you were a ghost, how would you haunt people?
      "I think I would mostly people watch, with the occasional friendly scare every once in a while to keep people on their toes."

    Halifax 21st Press Conference

    in Team Press Conferences

    Posted

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    Answer 3 Questions for 1 Capped TPE

    Answer 6 Questions for 2 Capped TPE

     

    For week ending on May 19, 2024

     

    1. With all the players being released for their perspective drafts, how are you feeling about the group returning for next season?
       
    2. What are you looking to improve on from last season, stats-wise?
       
    3. How do you feel about playing in the newly rebranded Citadel Centre? Do you like the name?
       
    4. What jersey number does your player wear, and why?
       
    5. If you're on a two-on-one and have the puck, are you thinking pass, or shoot?
       
    6. Question of the Week: You get a million dollars, but you have to wear equipment that was designed 60 years ago for a whole season. Do you take the money?
       

    To claim TPE:

    Go to the portal > Manage Player > Claim Capped > Type > Press Conference

     

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    (S95) LW - Anasztaz Gyorffy, TPE: 48

    in Create A Player

    Posted

    8 hours ago, BiroMarci said:

    Player Information

    Username: BiroMarci

    Player Name: Anasztaz Gyorffy

    Recruited From: Other (Internet)

    Age: 17

    Position: LW

    Height: 80 in.

    Weight: 142 lbs.

    Birthplace: Hungary

     

    Player Page

     

    @VHLM GM

     

    Welcome to the league! 

     

    We currently are running an offseason tournament for players and I am GM of the Steel. We're partway through the tournament but would love if you wanted to join the Steel and battle for a championship! You can DM me or reply to this message and let me know what you think

    Halifax 21st Press Conference

    in Team Press Conferences

    Posted

    1. First press conference of the offseason! How do you feel we performed as a team this season?
      "I think the team performed amazing! We competed for the top spot in the league all season long and put up a good fight in the playoffs. Sure it's a little disappointing, but we have to be happy with how we came together as a team."
       
    2. Congrats to everyone who earned a team award this season! Are you happy with the decisions for each award or would you change some?
      "I agree with all the choices that were made. Sure, you could argue multiple people for each award, but in the end management could only pick one so they had to make the hard choices."
       
    3. Are you taking part in any of the off-season tournaments? If so, where are you playing and what do you expect from them?
      "As a both a player and a manager I will be taking part in the Junior Showcase Tournament with the Steel. I found out about the unsanctioned ProAm tournament as well, and hopefully will be picked to represent Canada in the WJC. I just want to get experience in these tournaments and see how I fare against the different levels of competition while meeting new faces and playing with different teammates. It's all part of the experience of being in the VHL and I want to experience it all."
       
    4. Saskatoon ended up kicking us from the playoffs and went on to sweep Ottawa in the finals. How do you feel about losing to the eventual champions?
      "I guess it's alright that we put up a fight against the eventual champs but it still stings. You can look at the hypotheticals that if we had been in the finals, would the result be the same? Ultimately though, it does no good to think like that and just congratulate Saskatoon on their Cup."
       
    5. What are your plans for next season? Are you moving up to the VHL/VHLE, staying with the team, or going into the Dispersal Draft?
      "I plan to spend a season in the VHLE developing so I can be a force in the VHL right away. If my manager thinks I'm ready to be in the big leagues in S94, I'll be ready for that too. I'm prepared for whatever is thrown at me."
       
    6. Every week I want to throw in a fun question at the end to see what people think. This week's question is; You get a million dollars, but you have to take on an NHL tough guy in a fight once a month for 10 years. Do you take the money?
      "Sure, the tough guys in the NHL aren't what they used to be, but they could still punch my face in if they wanted to. I mean, I'm still going to take the money and let the Canadian health care system take care of the rest."

    JST Steel Roster and Captains

    in Junior Showcase Tournament

    Posted

    Here is your roster for the Steel in the upcoming Junior Showcase Tournament!

     

    Forwards:

    RW - Matteo Stefano @mmrs617

    C - Tommy Shelby @Will

    LW - Phil Sakic @Phil

    C - Nicholas Sunderbruch Jr. @NickSunderbruch

    LW - Clapbomb Bardownski III @Eb14

    RW - Captain Nugget Jr. @Captain nugget

    C - Lightning McSnipe @Langostine

    RW - Trevon Rider @bjackson54

    LW - Yuki Ishikawa @LilacTwilight

    RW - Damo Garland @dmxg444

     

    Defence:

    Andrew Skilton @ace_five_

    Lazlo Holmes @Gustav

    Alphonse Dejardins @Anthique

    Boris Bone-Breaker @RileyL

     

    Goalie:

    Jon Webber III @Webberj

     

     

    And for your captains this tournament I present you:

     

    Captain - Phil Sakic

    Alternate Captain - Lazlo Holmes

    Alternate Captain - Matteo Stefano

     

     

    Good luck to the other teams in the tournament, and let the best Steel Win!

     

    Halifax 21st Press Conference

    in Team Press Conferences

    Posted

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    Answer 3 Questions for 1 Capped TPE

    Answer 6 Questions for 2 Capped TPE

     

    For week ending on May 12, 2024

     

    1. First press conference of the offseason! How do you feel we performed as a team this season?
       
    2. Congrats to everyone who earned a team award this season! Are you happy with the decisions for each award or would you change some?
       
    3. Are you taking part in any of the off-season tournaments? If so, where are you playing and what do you expect from them?
       
    4. Saskatoon ended up kicking us from the playoffs and went on to sweep Ottawa in the finals. How do you feel about losing to the eventual champions?
       
    5. What are your plans for next season? Are you moving up to the VHL/VHLE, staying with the team, or going into the Dispersal Draft?
       
    6. Every week I want to throw in a fun question at the end to see what people think. This week's question is; You get a million dollars, but you have to take on an NHL tough guy in a fight once a month for 10 years. Do you take the money?

     

    To claim TPE:

    Go to the portal > Manage Player > Claim Capped > Type > Press Conference

     

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    (S95) RW - Damo Garland, TPE: 42

    in Create A Player

    Posted

    55 minutes ago, dmxg444 said:

    Player Information

    Username: dmxg444

    Player Name: Damo Garland

    Recruited From: Returning

    Age: 18

    Position: RW

    Height: 73 in.

    Weight: 203 lbs.

    Birthplace: Canada

     

    Player Page

     

    @VHLM GM

     

    If you want to play in the Junior Showcase Tournament let me know! The Steel would love to have you on the team

    VHLM Playoff Stats Visualizers

    in VHL.com Graphics

    Posted

    Points

    https://public.flourish.studio/visualisation/17750114/

     

    Goals

    https://public.flourish.studio/visualisation/17837151/

     

    Plus/Minus

    https://public.flourish.studio/visualisation/17837143/

     

    Penalty Minutes

    https://public.flourish.studio/visualisation/17837408/

     

    Hits

    https://public.flourish.studio/visualisation/17837418/

     

    Blocked Shots

    https://public.flourish.studio/visualisation/17837428/

     

     

    With the VHLM playoffs ending and the Saskatoon Wild being named the Founder's Cup Champions, I'd like to present you with some visualizers for the player's stats throughout the playoffs. Even though the Wild were the champions, many of the stats were not led by a player on that team. Check it out!

    (S95) RW - Shooter McDangles, TPE: 42

    in Create A Player

    Posted

    2 hours ago, Charles18 said:

    Player Information

    Username: Charles18

    Player Name: Shooter McDangles

    Recruited From: YouTube

    Age: 20

    Position: RW

    Height: 74 in.

    Weight: 210 lbs.

    Birthplace: Canada

     

    Player Page

     

    @VHLM GM

     

    Just a heads up, we are about to start an offseason tournament with four teams made up of players in our minor league, many of which you'll play against in our next season!

     

    I'm the GM of the Steel and would be happy if you joined up and got some games in! DM me if you want some more info!

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