But that would mean that both Batch and Moore, both usually D men, would now be forwards. That would be too bold to call I think, especially as we are expecting a tough guy of sorts so it wouldn't be the most experienced 4th line I would've imagined. One of them, maybe but not both.
Seems an almost like for like swap for Scott Hotham IMO.
Seems an almost like for like swap for Scott Hotham IMO.
Quite possibly. Batch was benched a couple of times towards the end of the season so perhaps we will go with 5 import Dmen.
Also, with Cully retiring we've lost his ability to drop back onto D due to injuries or suspensions. Signing 5 import D along with Moore and hopefully Batch means we would effectively have two spare defencemen who are also icing regularly as forwards.
Also, with Cully retiring we've lost his ability to drop back onto D due to injuries or suspensions. Signing 5 import D along with Moore and hopefully Batch means we would effectively have two spare defencemen who are also icing regularly as forwards.
Spot on thinking. Josh started his career as a forward. He would provide size and toughness on that 4th forward line.
Craig played in a forward position in earlier teams. For anyone to suggest they are defencemen that won't adapt is rubbish. Josh and Craig have played both positions. Seem to recall Richie started his career as a forward and made the switch.....and he didn't do too badly!
Craig played in a forward position in earlier teams. For anyone to suggest they are defencemen that won't adapt is rubbish. Josh and Craig have played both positions. Seem to recall Richie started his career as a forward and made the switch.....and he didn't do too badly!
