David Jones' Breakout Season Abruptly Ended

by Mike @ MHH on Nov 29, 2009 9:14 AM MST in News Comment 57 comments

Colorado Avalanche right wing David Jones, right , picks up the puck in front of Minnesota Wild left wing Guillaume Latendresse during the first period of an NHL hockey game Friday, Nov. 27, 2009, in St. Paul, Minn. (AP Photo/Tom Olmscheid)

3 months ago: Colorado Avalanche right wing David Jones, right , picks up the puck in front of Minnesota Wild left wing Guillaume Latendresse during the first period of an NHL hockey game Friday, Nov. 27, 2009, in St. Paul, Minn. (AP Photo/Tom Olmscheid)

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As Joe noted earlier, Dr. Jones' season is over after tearing the anterior cruciate ligament in his left knee during last night's "game" against he Minny Wild. I say "game" because game implies that effort was given for the length of the contest and I think we all know that wasn't true for last night's practice.

Anyway, I'm not here to talk about that, I'm here to talk about another shortened season for one of Colorado's bright young forwards. Over the last week, I've thought a lot to myself that the Avs may have top six talent down the middle, but they are sorely lacking depth on the wings. After Hejduk, there are a bunch of guys who are just filling top six roles without really having the skills to stick on a top line. Wolski is an enigma wrapped in a riddle; Svatos needs two Hall of Famers on his line to do much of anything, because anything less and he's as effective as Koci (my new meme, I think. It works pretty well: "She's as hot as Koci is effective."). Tucker? Blech. Stewart? I don't think HE even knows what his role is anymore. Galiardi has flashes, but the only guy that has genuinely stepped up this season, in my opinion, is Jones.

Let's consider: 16 points (10 G, 6 A) in 23 games, a career mark. 2 SH goals (league leader), 3 GW goals (8th in the league), 25.6% shooting percentage (9th in the league). He's been one of the Avs' best forecheckers, one of the better penalty-killing forwards, and has shown that he can play just fine on SoS' line. In fact, he was responsible for generating just as much offense as he was a benefactor of his linemates doing the work. That's the mark of a balanced offensive player. He hits, he steals pucks, he's got deceptive speed, and he was having the season we all thought he had in him last year. After missing most of last season with shoulder issues, he gets to watch another lack-luster Avalanche hockey season from the trainer's table after Chuck Kobasew fell on his leg and tore his ACL. I don't know if he kicked boxes full of puppies as a kid or if he spit ~~pissed~~ in the Devil's eye, but that's some bad luck.

We already miss you David. Get well soon and come back with the same fire next season. I enjoyed watching you play this season. Hopefully, you'll have a full recovery and continue down the path of a valued member of the Colorado Avalanche.

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Get Well Soon Jonesey

We’ll miss you.

This is a hockey board — You fuck with our Hejduk, and the spirit of Lappy is coming. =)-Jibbles

by gl avfan on Nov 29, 2009 9:30 AM MST reply actions 0 recs

as bad as I feel for us, I feel worse for David. He was finally having that breakout year and then this. my heart just sunk when I saw that last night

Hyphens cause writers more trouble than any other form of punctuation, except perhaps commas.

by David Driscoll-Carignan on Nov 29, 2009 9:37 AM MST up reply actions 1 recs

My sentiments exactly, DDC.

by CAR on Nov 29, 2009 10:15 AM MST up reply actions 0 recs

Spot on. The poor kid has so much talent, I really hate to see this.

Thanks Joe...

by mfured20 on Nov 29, 2009 10:30 AM MST up reply actions 0 recs

exactly. you have to wonder what it will do to his psyche with his two first NHL years being lost to injuries.

2009-2010 Avs: a game away from being up on blocks

by BeachNSnowGirl on Nov 29, 2009 10:56 AM MST up reply actions 0 recs

I agree totally. He was really becoming a great consistant player that the Avs could count on for production. I know he was loving every bit of it – being able to prove that he is a great player after all of his bad luck.

This injury just blows. It seems every year something like this happens. WTF

What do the Avs do now? Tank for a pick? Try to get at least 8th spot in the west and get some playoff experience?

This sucks indeed.

Mr. Anderson - THE ONE

by slapshotr2007 on Nov 29, 2009 4:10 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs

ladies and gentlemen

the

is on.

by thedoctor on Nov 29, 2009 9:41 AM MST reply actions 0 recs

If the last few games are any indication, it’s been on for a bit. Jones probably just didn’t want to have anything to do with it.

If Santa comes down my chimney wearing those Red Wing colors, he's going to wish he didn't exist.

by Dixomatic on Nov 29, 2009 10:47 AM MST up reply actions 0 recs

Paging Wolski

This team really needs you to start working your ass off for a change. Now and for the rest of the season.

And with the 32nd pick in the 2009 NHL draft, the Red Wings select: Someone other than Ryan O'Reilly. LOL@Detoilet.

by Bob in Boulder on Nov 29, 2009 11:33 AM MST reply actions 1 recs

I don’t like Wolski. I’ve had my Liles and Clark hating moments, but Wolski really just chomps my hide.

I am so clever that sometimes I don't understand a single word of what I am saying.

by Pinchy The Lobster on Nov 29, 2009 12:18 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs

You know what really burns my ass?

A flame about 2 feet high.

"I intend to kick your ass today." - Denver Broncos legend Tom Jackson

by wtnelson on Nov 29, 2009 12:58 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs

The sad part is, Jones won’t be rehabilitated until the 2012 season. Sure, he will play in 2011 but he won’t be the same player. Jones doesn’t deserve this karma, he’s been playing hard on every shift. Horrible, horrible news.

by Dario on Nov 29, 2009 12:15 PM MST reply actions 0 recs

yep

very sad. huge loss.

by thedoctor on Nov 29, 2009 12:24 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs

Jones doesn’t deserve this karma

Watch out – you may wake up the Flyers troll that trolled about us deserving injuries…what a douche.

And this injury sucks.

by HugoAgogo on Nov 29, 2009 1:04 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs

Troll?

I missed this? Dammit.

A 2nd round rookie in the race for Calder? ORLY? Ya RLY!

by Drakenlot on Nov 29, 2009 1:10 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs

The Banhammer is effective. so effective as to go unnoticed.

2009-2010 Colorado Avalanche - Time to grow a pair, boys!

by Hopfenkopf on Nov 29, 2009 2:01 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs

It wasn't unnoticed.

My artful dropping of that bitch got deleted. I’m still sad.

I thought you knew that algebra was all razzamatazz. A Globetrotter always saves the good algebra for the final minutes.

by SlamDunkTheFunk on Nov 29, 2009 2:37 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs

I know

But unfortunately, now we can’t go back and laugh at the idiots.

A 2nd round rookie in the race for Calder? ORLY? Ya RLY!

by Drakenlot on Nov 29, 2009 2:46 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs

It was originally in the Flyers – Avs PGT.

Unfortunately, nearly all trace of him has been eliminated from MHH. However, if someone remembers the name used here you could possibly find traces of his idiocy elsewhere…

by HugoAgogo on Nov 29, 2009 4:12 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs

He has his own blog.

I’d link it, but I don’t want to be threatened with a Banhammer. He is a member over at Broad Street Hockey though.

I thought you knew that algebra was all razzamatazz. A Globetrotter always saves the good algebra for the final minutes.

by SlamDunkTheFunk on Nov 29, 2009 4:29 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs

for the record, he wasn’t banned. and I had to delete some comments that I enjoyed very much.

Hyphens cause writers more trouble than any other form of punctuation, except perhaps commas.

by David Driscoll-Carignan on Nov 29, 2009 4:41 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs

No?

Interesting. I know he still shows up as a member on his SBN profile and he mentioned on his blog that he thinks it is “Highlarious” that he got banned from MHH. Either way, fuck him.

I thought you knew that algebra was all razzamatazz. A Globetrotter always saves the good algebra for the final minutes.

by SlamDunkTheFunk on Nov 29, 2009 4:43 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs

well, he’s a Flyers fan, so it’s not like we’re dealing with the sharpest tool in the shed…

Hyphens cause writers more trouble than any other form of punctuation, except perhaps commas.

by David Driscoll-Carignan on Nov 29, 2009 4:47 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs

I'm trying to be the bigger man

but the temptation to troll his blog is almost overwhelming. I think it would be “highlarious”, personally. Karmic retribution at work, ya dig?

I thought you knew that algebra was all razzamatazz. A Globetrotter always saves the good algebra for the final minutes.

by SlamDunkTheFunk on Nov 29, 2009 4:50 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs

Dude….wait 5-10 years then do it – that’s karmic retribution

by HugoAgogo on Nov 29, 2009 5:06 PM MST up reply actions 1 recs

Truth. I trimmed some comments, he came back and made some more, DDC did some more trimming, etc. The Banhammer hasn’t yet been invoked. Methinks he doesn’t like truth, so why not make believe he’s banned? It’s easier that way.

"I know everyone has their own opinion, but your opinion is wrong. "

by Mike @ MHH on Nov 29, 2009 9:08 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs

The sad part is, Jones won’t be rehabilitated until the 2012 season. Sure, he will play in 2011 but he won’t be the same player.

I’m not sure I’m with you there, Dario. The Avs have a plan for Jonesy:

And with the 32nd pick in the 2009 NHL draft, the Red Wings select: Someone other than Ryan O'Reilly. LOL@Detoilet.

by Bob in Boulder on Nov 29, 2009 8:42 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs

We can rebuild him, we have the technology

But I don’t want to spend a lot of money.

A 2nd round rookie in the race for Calder? ORLY? Ya RLY!

by Drakenlot on Nov 29, 2009 9:11 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs

God damnit

I keep trying to come up with something to say, but every time all I can come up with is:

This just fucking sucks.

The New Improved Avalanche. Now with Real Coaches!
Jibblescribbits: C'mon over and waste some time

by Jibblescribbits on Nov 29, 2009 1:36 PM MST reply actions 1 recs

I’m in denial. Seriously. It won’t be until I really see the effect on the team that I will realize how much Jones is missed.

An ounce of confidence can carry you a mile toward winning. Oh, and Red Wings suck.

by texacogirl on Nov 29, 2009 2:04 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs

I already know I am going to miss him. I know that this injury is going to be felt on the team. I hope the guys can rally, but I am slightly worried. Sigh I really need some good news.

Anyone have anything good they want to share with the group?

Sandie

by sandiegee on Nov 29, 2009 2:10 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs

I just saved a bunch of money on my car insurance by switching to Geico.

An ounce of confidence can carry you a mile toward winning. Oh, and Red Wings suck.

by texacogirl on Nov 29, 2009 2:43 PM MST up reply actions 1 recs

+1

A 2nd round rookie in the race for Calder? ORLY? Ya RLY!

by Drakenlot on Nov 29, 2009 2:47 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs

I hate you

I thought you knew that algebra was all razzamatazz. A Globetrotter always saves the good algebra for the final minutes.

by SlamDunkTheFunk on Nov 29, 2009 2:48 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs

The 2009-10 Avalanche: Have the wheels fallen off?

I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.

by Americanario on Nov 29, 2009 3:27 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs

Awesome

Saving money is great!

Sandie

by sandiegee on Nov 29, 2009 5:03 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs

I did

stay in a Holiday Express last night.

by ExiledAmongYou on Nov 29, 2009 3:03 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs

It won't help you

At least not if I’m working. Chances are I’ll give you a wakeup call at 3AM because you were a dick to me at check-in or I’ll turn the cable off in your room because you’ve somehow annoyed me.

Yes, I am a bad employee. Google that, future employers.

I thought you knew that algebra was all razzamatazz. A Globetrotter always saves the good algebra for the final minutes.

by SlamDunkTheFunk on Nov 29, 2009 3:43 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs

Haha, I love it! This is why I always have a big smile and am nice to anyone at hotels. :)

Sandie

by sandiegee on Nov 29, 2009 5:02 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs

Ugh… I was hoping I’d wake up today and that whole debacle would have just been a shitty, shitty dream.

Bills fan? In Colorado? It's more likely than you think.

by UZ on Nov 29, 2009 2:22 PM MST reply actions 0 recs

Jonesy =(

I thought you knew that algebra was all razzamatazz. A Globetrotter always saves the good algebra for the final minutes.

by SlamDunkTheFunk on Nov 29, 2009 2:26 PM MST reply actions 0 recs

I feel a candlelight vigil is in order or something. Or maybe just a lot of shots of Patron in his honor.

2009-2010 Avs: a game away from being up on blocks

by BeachNSnowGirl on Nov 29, 2009 3:11 PM MST reply actions 0 recs

PARTY AT BEACHIES HOUSE

Bills fan? In Colorado? It's more likely than you think.

by UZ on Nov 29, 2009 3:34 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs

I'm There!

This is a hockey board — You fuck with our Hejduk, and the spirit of Lappy is coming. =)-Jibbles

by gl avfan on Nov 29, 2009 7:24 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs

sweet!

2009-2010 Avs: a game away from being up on blocks

by BeachNSnowGirl on Nov 29, 2009 9:06 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs

Here's the deal....

it’s time for the Tinmen to find a heart. This is a SEASON DEFINING MOMENT. Every championship team hits some form of adversity, they find ways to win. Key injuries mean it’s time for some people to step up. Wolski needs to get his head on straight, Duchene has to lighten up, this is the opportunity to see what kind of relationship the Avs have with Svatos in the future. This will make or break careers. These are the three guys who need to step up BIG time. We can overcome this…we…can…survive….

Mile High Mayhem just another ho-hum Avs blog.

by InfamousM on Nov 29, 2009 5:23 PM MST reply actions 0 recs

All I can think of at the moment is…

FML

www.returnoftheghostbusters.com

by BraxtanFILM on Nov 29, 2009 6:31 PM MST reply actions 0 recs

COME ON PEOPLE, CHIN UP!!!!

Mile High Mayhem just another ho-hum Avs blog.

by InfamousM on Nov 29, 2009 6:53 PM MST reply actions 0 recs

Positivity!!!

An ounce of confidence can carry you a mile toward winning. Oh, and Red Wings suck.

by texacogirl on Nov 29, 2009 8:39 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs

Naaah

Bills fan? In Colorado? It's more likely than you think.

by UZ on Nov 30, 2009 12:47 AM MST up reply actions 0 recs

exactly. i mean after all, steve kragthorpe got his ass whacked. that was very positive. it was also the first good thing that has happened for this town football wise the last 3 years. after that happened, nothing in the world could have ruined my day.

/the above statement applies only to myself and joe d. as for the rest of y’all…

by jcarti01 on Nov 29, 2009 8:44 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs

I understand completely. Miss. State layed such a beatdown on supposed top 25 Ole Piss that it really was difficult to be upset for Jones. Difficult but not impossible.

"I know everyone has their own opinion, but your opinion is wrong. "

by Mike @ MHH on Nov 29, 2009 9:10 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs

On the bright side looking forward...

both Erik Johnson and Brenden Morrow went out last year with torn ACLs and came back this year. Both have also had strong starts to their respective seasons. Svats also came back from a torn ACL last year to post a season remarkably similar to his previous two.

So maybe all is not lost for next year.

by ExiledAmongYou on Nov 29, 2009 11:23 PM MST reply actions 0 recs

True

But didn’t Hejduk take about 3/4 of a season to get his legs under him when he suffered a similar injury?

"I know everyone has their own opinion, but your opinion is wrong. "

by Mike @ MHH on Nov 30, 2009 7:15 AM MST via mobile up reply actions 0 recs

Hejduk is also “older” so that may have hurt his recovery. I know when I was competing, it seemed every year it took longer to recover from even minor injuries. A young guy like Jones should recover faster then an older guy like Hejduk. Then again, with the Avs training staff……

The 2009-10 Avalanche: Have the wheels fallen off?

I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.

by Americanario on Nov 30, 2009 4:46 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs

Bertuzziing bertuzzity bertuzzi!

And with the 32nd pick in the 2009 NHL draft, the Red Wings select: Someone other than Ryan O'Reilly. LOL@Detoilet.

by Bob in Boulder on Nov 30, 2009 10:25 AM MST reply actions 0 recs

Speaking of Bertuzzi (and totally off topic) I went to the Ducks/Coyotes game last night in Anaheim where I, of course, cheered on the Yotes enthusiastically. A guy I sort of knew (I subbed on his team Saturday) asked if I was a Phx fan. I said, “Tonight I am. I hate all things Ducks.” He asked, “Why?” I replied, “They paid Bertuzzi millions of dollars.” He looked away, not saying a word but nodding his head ever so slightly. Hard to argue with that logic, ain’t it?

2009-2010 Avs: a game away from being up on blocks

by BeachNSnowGirl on Nov 30, 2009 12:04 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs