Weber, Hornqvist part of decade's best

by Chris Burton on Dec 10, 2009 4:12 PM EST

Puck Daddy ran a "5 best/5 worst draft picks" piece for their best of the decade series today, and Shea Weber and Patric Hornqvist both appear on the good side of the list.

Weber was picked after a litany of excellent defenders, and arguably has become the best D-man in the draft class. Hornqvist was picked dead last and is now a relatively productive NHL player.

Further proof that Predators General Manager David Poile is one of the best in the business.

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Wow, I had no idea Hornqvist was "Mr. Irrelevant"

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by Aditya T (smashville) on Dec 10, 2009 5:34 PM EST reply actions

Reading comprehension fail

he said people drafted in the last round are generally considered afterthoughts.

by Sam Page on Dec 10, 2009 5:49 PM EST up reply actions

Well done

I’m putting this on the front page, definitely worth sharing!

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by Dirk Hoag on Dec 10, 2009 7:15 PM EST reply actions

No problem, and thanks Dirk!

by Chris Burton on Dec 10, 2009 10:58 PM EST reply actions

I need to remember to occasionally post something to remind people about FanPosts and FanShots, they’re a great way to add to the conversation here, and I can promote the best ones onto the front page (which also can get them noticed on other SB Nation sites, too).

More fun than a stick to the face!
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by Dirk Hoag on Dec 10, 2009 11:33 PM EST up reply actions

I agree. Also, not to toot my own horn, but I’ve been published in several area newspapers for different things and am studying for journalism so if you ever need a break or help with anything don’t hesitate to let me know.

by Chris Burton on Dec 11, 2009 9:00 AM EST reply actions

I’d highly encourage you to contribute FanPosts on whatever hockey-related subject you like. Got a problem with the Preds power play? Which guys on expiring contracts should David Poile sign to an extension now, not later? The possibilities are endless, and when you tag a FanPost with the teams and players that are relevant to the piece, it can show up on the other SB Nation hockey sites next to articles that share a similar tag.

It’s a great way to not just spur discussion around here, but get people from other fanbases interacting as well.

More fun than a stick to the face!
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by Dirk Hoag on Dec 11, 2009 10:05 AM EST up reply actions