The First Post

Well, what to talk about in the very first post ever in "Fire Mike Kloepfer"? Perhaps a general introduction would be in order. Mike Kloepfer is essentially the General Manager for probably the most successful lacrosse team of the past ten years, the Toronto Rock. Mr. Kloepfer was hired as Director of Lacrosse Operations after an 8-8 2006 season, and proceeded to dismantle a solid team. Just an example of some the guys he has gotten rid of since he took over: Phil Sanderson, Brian Beisel, Brad MacDonald, Rusty Kruger, Patrick Merrill, Darryl Gibson, Ian Rubel, and perhaps most importantly, Colin Doyle. Those guys were all solid if not spectacular players. Their replacements, well, just look at the Rock record since then (11-14).

With the trade deadline coming up after 2 big games this weekend, one can only wonder what Kloepfer will do? Perhaps he will deal Josh Sanderson, Blaine Manning and Aaron Wilson to Portland for Matt Holman and a 2nd round pick. One can only see.

My recommendations for the Rock at deadline time:
1. Acquire a power forward in order to create space for the Rock's smaller offensive players.
2. Acquire a guy with good speed who can create solid transition opportunities to alleviate the pressure from Rob Marshall and Chris Driscoll.
3. Don't trade for anybody from Barrie unless its Luke Wiles.