Ryan Stoa and Derek Peltier Recalled

by David Driscoll-Carignan on Dec 12, 2009 4:19 PM MST in NHL News

The Avalanche today recalled forward Ryan Stoa and defenseman Derek Peltier from Lake Erie. Brian Fahey - who has been a healthy scratch in every game since being recalled on November 26th - is headed back to Cleveland.

Stoa and Peltier were both among the last players cut in training camp this fall. We've seen Peltier before, of course, but have yet to see the former Golden Gopher Stoa in a regular season NHL game. Stoa is not exactly off to a blazing start in his pro career with 9 points in 25 games, but he does have 7 goals. It sounds like Milan Hejduk is doubtful for Sunday's game and we still haven't heard what kept Marek Svatos of the ice for the 2nd half of Friday night's game. With that in mind, it seems likely that Stoa will be in the lineup tomorrow against Calgary. I sure hope so, because I've run the above photo a couple of times now, and wouldn't mind a few more choices. Peltier, however, is likely just around as a 7th d-man.

In related news, Craig Anderson will get the start against the Flames.

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I’m intrigued by what Stoa can do, but I’m not sure if we are rushing him. I think we’ve seen what rushing someone to the NHL could to to his potential with T.J. Hensick.

I spent more effort eating a pudding than Tyler Arnason skated last year.

by Shoeshiner on Dec 12, 2009 4:24 PM MST reply actions

was Hensick rushed or just unable to make the jump?

anyway, I don’t think the book is closed on him yet

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by David Driscoll-Carignan on Dec 12, 2009 4:27 PM MST up reply actions

I would think that Hensick has been more unable than he ever was rushed. He probably didn’t get the best opportunities in the world to come in and produce. Remember that his first recall was to replace an injured Joe Sakic. It’s not as though he started off playing with a Sakic and Hejduk like Tanguay did. But on the other hand, Hensick never really seemed to make the most of the opportunities that he’s had.

The book may not be closed on him. But, it is for the rest of this season. He passed through waivers on the way down. But, if he were recalled at any point and claimed on re-entry waivers, the Avs would be on the hook for half of his salary. I’m sure that there would be at least one team who would consider him a steal and nab him from the waiver wire at half of his remaining salary.

by c0nquistad0rian on Dec 12, 2009 4:48 PM MST up reply actions

I was watching the last game’s high lights and want to see what Stoa and Haydar can do. I also think that Weiman looked like he had a Godawful game

by toothandnailer777 on Dec 12, 2009 4:35 PM MST reply actions

I’ve been anxious for Stoa’s return to the big club, but not if they are going to be scratching him and giving him inconsistent minutes.

My hope is that Sherman is on the phone to clear some room for him. Read: Clark and Svatos.

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

by Dixomatic on Dec 12, 2009 4:38 PM MST reply actions

Stoa may not have many points. But, Angelique did comment that he’s been starting to produce while on a line with Hensick and Haydar.

by c0nquistad0rian on Dec 12, 2009 4:50 PM MST reply actions

Why don’t we give Haydar a shot though? He’s experienced, and he’s a proven scorer in the minors.

I spent more effort eating a pudding than Tyler Arnason skated last year.

by Shoeshiner on Dec 12, 2009 11:44 PM MST up reply actions

Because – all the kids are getting a chance to play and the Avs get to see if they have anything good for the future. Yes, Haydar (and Willsee) are potentially more reliable call ups – but they don’t have the potential future upside of a Stoa.

Also, is Haydar waiver-exempt, as this could explain any reluctancy to use him?

by HugoAgogo on Dec 13, 2009 2:20 AM MST up reply actions