MORRISEY TRADED - FIRST DOMINO HAS FALLEN
The Morrisey deal sends a talented player to a team already loaded with riches. PA got a strong return IMO. Let's be honest Morrisey has been plagued with inconsistency a lot of his career. He and Klimchuk were taken very near each other in the WHL draft. I would expect that this could in fact have the effect of driving prices even higher. Now teams like Seattle, Victoria and perhaps Portland are going to have to decide if they want to contend out west or not. With Klimchuk and Reinhart the big fish left, prices will be high.
From what I've been able to read, Kootenay doesn't look to be in a selling mood. They have have a history of making big deals like the Eakin deal. With Dashenau, Bozon and Reinhart, they are only a player or two away from being contenders. But really it's anybody's guess which way they will go. I think the PA deal signals that a team playing well will still make a deal. Much like the Pats they know that they are not there yet, and want to shore up their future. We should have done this last season. Things should heat up now.
The offical press release
Regina, Saskatchewan – The Regina Pats Hockey Club announced today the team has recalled forward Jacob Elmer (’98) from the Edge Hockey School (CSSHL) and defenceman Ryan Krushen (‘98) from the Sherwood Park Kings (AMHL).
Elmer was the Pats’ 6th Round pick (116 Overall) in the 2013 WHL Bantam Draft and joins the club in the midst of a strong year with the Edge Hockey School. In 15 games this season, Elmer leads his club with 13 goals while adding 11 assists for 24 points. In the three games leading up to Elmer’s call-up, the Calgary product has 12 points (8G, 4A). In five pre-season games with the Pats this fall, Elmer scored three goals including a two goal effort against Moose Jaw. Elmer is the youngest player on a WHL roster, not turning sixteen until December 31st.
Krushen rejoins the Pats from the Sherwood Park Kings after playing two games in a call-up stint earlier in the season. The Sherwood Park, AB native played in two games with an even plus/minus rating.
The Pats look to return to the win column Saturday night in Saskatoon with puck drop slated for 7:05 p.m.
Daniel Fink
Director Media and Communications
Regina Pats Hockey Club