AK-1 Posted September 9, 2008 Report Share Posted September 9, 2008 # 26 - Josh Gorges Position: Defenceman Shoots: Left Height: 6' 1" Weight: 195 Born: 14 Aug '84 Born in: Kelowna, BC, Canada MTL Season: 2nd NHL Season: 3rd Acquired: Acquired on February 25, 2007 along with a San Jose Sharks 1st round pick in 2007 in return for defenseman Craig Rivet and a Canadiens' 5th round pick in 2008 / Signed by San Jose as a free agent on Sept. 20, 2002 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
puckoff1 Posted September 9, 2008 Report Share Posted September 9, 2008 i see a breakout year for mr gorges. we are all going to love what he does this year. i think he will be paired with hamrlik, i think he earned carbos trust last season, and deservedly so, he played beautifully down the stretch. SCORE A GOAL!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
QbGamer Posted September 9, 2008 Report Share Posted September 9, 2008 Josh Gorges: Cap Hit: 1,100,000$. In one full season with the Canadiens, Josh Gorges has proven all the detractors wrong. When he came over in the Rivet deal (otherwise known as the gift that keeps on giving, re: Max Pac) no one truly understood what they were getting. I personally felt he would be a good acquisition, and knew it would take a while for people to understand why. When he came to Montreal he was coming from a Sharks team with a completely different system. Adjusting to a new system/team, going from 18 minutes of ice/game to being relegated to the pressbox more often than not, can and will take it’s toll on one’s confidence. That being said, Gorges never got down on himself, his teammates, or his new coach who seldom gave him the opportunity to settle into a position. As Gorges continued to be shifted from the ice to the pressbox leading into last December his game slowly started to improve. Once given a regular spot on defense, he hasn’t given the coach any incentive to take him out of the lineup. Much like his attitude in taking on new challenges with the Canadiens, Gorges gets knocked down, steamrolled, and trampled, and always gets up for more. He also makes simple decisions with the puck, and clears the zone very effectively as his passing has improved greatly. A great year for Josh Gorges would be: Moving up to the #4 position on defense next to Roman Hamrlik, averaging more than 15 minutes/game, scoring a goal (only Hab not to last season), and a +rating. Being a healthy scratch at all this season would be a disappointment for Josh Gorges. http://www.hockeybuzz.com/blog.php?post_id...p;blogger_id=82 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
koreysecord1992 Posted September 11, 2008 Report Share Posted September 11, 2008 Gorges definitely proved to be an excellent asset last year and, as it stands now, seems a battle between he and O'Byrne for the #4 spot at camp. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
leafsbaby08 Posted September 14, 2008 Report Share Posted September 14, 2008 He and Bou Bou had great chemistry the last half of last season. Gorges really proved to be an intense defensive player with a smart, focused demeanor. If he has filled out at all over the summer with added muscle bulk, he could be a tough guy to deal with this year for the opposition's offense. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
leafsbaby08 Posted September 14, 2008 Report Share Posted September 14, 2008 i see a breakout year for mr gorges. we are all going to love what he does this year. i think he will be paired with hamrlik, i think he earned carbos trust last season, and deservedly so, he played beautifully down the stretch. SCORE A GOAL!!!! I could care less if he scores a goal. Just as long as he keeps up the good work in his own end. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
puckoff1 Posted September 15, 2008 Report Share Posted September 15, 2008 I could care less if he scores a goal. Just as long as he keeps up the good work in his own end. haha, your right, i only said it because thats all he has yet to accomplish, and he was coming SO close by the end of last year. when he finally buries one im gonna weep with joy for him Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MFT77 Posted September 25, 2008 Report Share Posted September 25, 2008 A pleasant surprise last year, as i was hoping he would get the chance to prove himself. And some he did, he did not see the pressbox again. His confidence rose huge toward the end of the year. Look forward to an even better year coming up for Josh. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
js2 Posted October 1, 2008 Report Share Posted October 1, 2008 The quiet thread! He led the team with just over 24 minutes tonight and blocked 7 shots. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bailey1 Posted October 1, 2008 Report Share Posted October 1, 2008 I didn't notice him out there tonight. That's a good thing mind you. Doing all the right things. Well Done Josh!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Johnny_rudeboy Posted October 1, 2008 Report Share Posted October 1, 2008 The quiet thread! He led the team with just over 24 minutes tonight and blocked 7 shots. Had some good checks, contained opposing players and cleared the puck out of the zone well. It is just all in the line of a days work for "Steady" Josh. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
babinator77 Posted October 1, 2008 Report Share Posted October 1, 2008 what a training camp this guy is having! i hope to see him fit next to hammer in the top four spot this season but i'll be happy no matter where he plays. he is turning into a very solid, reliable dman. great game last night. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
puckoff1 Posted October 1, 2008 Report Share Posted October 1, 2008 he was my MMW prediction! im usually good on my feelings about guys...last year i had a feeling about pleks, and thios year my guy is gorges. big season coming for josh, watch Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mortwinkler Posted October 1, 2008 Report Share Posted October 1, 2008 I've always liked Gorges, and even when he got limited chances to play (when we first aquired him), I always saw potential in him and had a sneaking suspicion that he would eventually crack the line up to become at least a fifth D-man. While, watch TSN the other day they were referring to him as a fourt D-man, so even though I had good expectations and good feelings about him he even exceeded my expectations of him. Each game he seems to improve his game, he works really hard and his hard work has paid off. He's great for our team and still young. I also think he'll have a great season with us! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
franck5890 Posted October 1, 2008 Report Share Posted October 1, 2008 TSN seemed to be gushing over him a bit last night, which is a good sign. He's getting a lot better at shot-blocking, which is great to see. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tony1234 Posted October 1, 2008 Report Share Posted October 1, 2008 Nothing flashy about this guy, just works his tail off, and gets the job done. My kind of guy. Can't go wrong with Josh. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
babinator77 Posted October 6, 2008 Report Share Posted October 6, 2008 am i the only one who thought gorges, short of komisarek, was our best dman on the ice sat.? nice work. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fourtrax Posted October 6, 2008 Report Share Posted October 6, 2008 Not overly big, not overly fast, not a great puck-handler, not particularly physical ... but a standout on defense through hard work, solid positional play, and willpower. Kudos to Gorges, he's far exceeded my expectations. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HabsFanInCalgary Posted October 6, 2008 Report Share Posted October 6, 2008 I'm hoping he plays well enough that everyone stops saying we need another 'top 4' D-man. I believe we have a solid D and should only get better as the prospects mature. Gorges will more than suffice as our fourth top-4 D-man. Works hard and has started making much better decisions w/ the puck. I like him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
arpem-can Posted October 6, 2008 Report Share Posted October 6, 2008 His shot-blocking has improved greatly ...when this season is said and done that's the aspect of his game that will be talked about the most Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sach Posted October 6, 2008 Report Share Posted October 6, 2008 his only downfall is his size, he was really beat down in the playoffs last year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
leafs_rock_go_mccabe Posted October 7, 2008 Report Share Posted October 7, 2008 his only downfall is his size, he was really beat down in the playoffs last year. But let me tell you... Durable, durable, durable. He may have taken the hits, but he was taking the hits to make plays. Even if it was as minor as an outlet pass, or dishing off to his defensive partner. He always got right back up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gracie12 Posted October 7, 2008 Report Share Posted October 7, 2008 his only downfall is his size, he was really beat down in the playoffs last year. Its funny how 6'1" and 195lbs is considered small these days! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
puckoff1 Posted October 7, 2008 Report Share Posted October 7, 2008 Its funny how 6'1" and 195lbs is considered small these days! seriously...i was a goalie coach for some 13 yr old mthl kids a couple years ago and they were all bigger than me josh is a gamer and he is gonna play his way into our top 4. rocket is right, he was taking hits to make plays, thats the guy you want on your team. he knows what needs to be done out there and its team first. score the first goal of the year on friday josh Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
babinator77 Posted October 7, 2008 Report Share Posted October 7, 2008 seriously...i was a goalie coach for some 13 yr old mthl kids a couple years ago and they were all bigger than me josh is a gamer and he is gonna play his way into our top 4. rocket is right, he was taking hits to make plays, thats the guy you want on your team. he knows what needs to be done out there and its team first. score the first goal of the year on friday josh it would also be his first as a hab Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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