AlphaHockey65

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Forum: Armchair-GMOct. 6, 2020 at 2:54 p.m.

Thread: Pens Year 1

<div class="quote"><div class="quote_t">Quoting: <b>AlphaHockey65</b></div><div>I think its solid for both teams. Pens want an impact player, and Tierney would give them a viable 3C</div></div>

hes not a just a 3c hes a fine middle 6 center. can play 2c in a pinch just not as effective when he does.

Forum: Armchair-GMSep. 29, 2020 at 3:41 p.m.

Thread: Craig Smith

<div class="quote"><div class="quote_t">Quoting: <b>brgh4life</b></div><div>I am, but I must have missed that.</div></div>

They've put out so much stuff since they got knocked out that I wouldn't know where to start, but I know it was in one of their pieces not too long after they got knocked out.

Forum: Armchair-GMSep. 16, 2020 at 4:35 p.m.

Thread: Getting the old band back

The lowest the Pens would go would be in the $75mil range. Also it has been reported that the "report" of the Pens having an internal cap, was false, so choose what you want to believe. The only issue with this roster is that no matter what us Pens fans want, JJ is going to be in the line-up next season. So whatever ACGM's do, they need to keep JJ in the line-up, it sucks, but it is what it is. Also the problem with assuming that Horny will be the one to go, is that he has a full NTC this season, so he has to want to go and the team getting him has to have the cap space available.

Forum: Armchair-GMSep. 16, 2020 at 3:43 p.m.

Thread: Getting the old band back

<div class="quote"><div class="quote_t">Quoting: <b>AlphaHockey65</b></div><div>You're right. Also idk what you guys are gonna do with Turris.
But Bonino for picks/prospects is fair</div></div>

Turris isn't a bad player, it's just his contract that is. He's pretty much immovable right now, unless NSH takes a bath in retained salary and/or assets to in a trade. Best to keep him and play him for now. If he fully rebounds like he's been on track to since Hynes was hired, he'll regain some value. Either a team with injuries or depth issues takes a flyer on him, or possibly Seattle can be convinced to take him.

Forum: Armchair-GMSep. 9, 2020 at 3:09 p.m.

Thread: Granlund

If Grubauer is hurt and will miss the start of the season sure.....if hes healthy I dont think there is any incentive for Avs to be trading assets on goalies
the deals fine but the logic behind the deal still doesnt add up for the avs.

Murray int an upgrade in net, hes a bigger risk with a bigger price tag

Forum: Armchair-GMSep. 3, 2020 at 2:10 p.m.

Thread: What would the return be

<div class="quote"><div class="quote_t">Quoting: <b>AlphaHockey65</b></div><div>I would happily take Okposo if you take that walking pylon Jack Johnson</div></div>

I honestly think that Okposo deal is much worse ...
Which is saying something

Forum: Armchair-GMSep. 3, 2020 at 2:02 p.m.

Thread: What would the return be

Don’t see buffalo as a fit.

That said......They need to clear space though so probably some big ****ty contract to be able to sign Muzz

Forum: Armchair-GMSep. 3, 2020 at 2:03 p.m.

Thread: What would the return be

I'd think Montour or Risto would go to Pittsburgh

Forum: Armchair-GMSep. 3, 2020 at 1:50 p.m.

Thread: Matheson

<div class="quote"><div class="quote_t">Quoting: <b>AlphaHockey65</b></div><div>I have no idea what the goalie market will be like. I only see Minnesota as a potential candidate because of Bill Guerin. Jim said he's exclusively looking at younger players so that's why I chose Kunin</div></div>

You can get Hartman if you want a RH RW. Kunin is not on the table for Murray. And frankly the latest rumors I've seen don't even list Minnesota as one of the top 5 or so suitors at this point, which is good, because for the price Penguins fans want, and the contract Murray wants, I'll gladly stay far away. We already have Kahkonen ready to go.

Forum: Armchair-GMSep. 3, 2020 at 1:51 p.m.

Thread: Matheson

<div class="quote"><div class="quote_t">Quoting: <b>AlphaHockey65</b></div><div>I think Brodin makes more senses but it would take A LOT more than Murray.
I guess it all depends on if they think Brodin will sign an extension</div></div>

The Penguins don't even have the assets to begin the discussion, frankly.

Forum: Armchair-GMSep. 1, 2020 at 10:24 p.m.

Thread: Rating All Of Marc Bergevins Major Trades

So a bunch of A+s, some Bs, 3 debatable C&Ds, no Fs, that sounds pretty good! Thanks mate, it's refreshing to see someone praise MB's work on this site.

Forum: Armchair-GMSep. 1, 2020 at 1:30 p.m.

Thread: Rating All Of Marc Bergevins Major Trades

<div class="quote"><div class="quote_t">Quoting: <b>vic997</b></div><div>The one guy I do feel bad for is Galchenyuk.
The media was eating him alive while he was battling a substance problem. The coaches kept punishing him for no reason.

Living in montreal, I still don't know how Mario Tremblay is employed. The guy single handidly put the Habs franchise back 10 years</div></div>

I definitely feel bad for Chucky. He was a high pick that didn’t live up to expectations set on him by fans and media. I was glad that he got a new chance to play in more anonymity when he got traded to Arizona, but it’s unfortunate it hasn’t worked out anywhere.

I don’t blame the coaches though. Galchenyuk just wasn’t good enough to play in the top 9, and because of where he was drafted, that was viewed as a terrible thing by the media.

Forum: Armchair-GMSep. 1, 2020 at 1:19 p.m.

Thread: Rating All Of Marc Bergevins Major Trades

<div class="quote"><div class="quote_t">Quoting: <b>RobbStark03</b></div><div>As a HUGE PK Subban fan, this is undeniable if only for the Weber part. The stories about this guys leadership is invaluable. I love PKs attitude, but I can see how it rubs some people the wrong way.</div></div>

As a person off the ice when he’s completely separate from hockey, I love PK. He’d make a great analyst. But I’m not sure that that kind of personality would mesh in a locker room.

Forum: Armchair-GMSep. 1, 2020 at 1:16 p.m.

Thread: Rating All Of Marc Bergevins Major Trades

<div class="quote"><div class="quote_t">Quoting: <b>EnvironmentalTwister</b></div><div>Subban trade is a C+/B- for me.

Leaning towards B-, but they had a bad process that led to a good result.</div></div>

I thought Habs could have gotten a draft pick in the deal as well. The writing was on the wall, so I wasn't surprised he was traded, but I thought he had more value than Weber at the time.

Forum: Armchair-GMSep. 1, 2020 at 1:15 p.m.

Thread: Rating All Of Marc Bergevins Major Trades

<div class="quote"><div class="quote_t">Quoting: <b>Kotkaniemi15</b></div><div>I’ll agree to disagree on Sergachev.

While Subban may not have regressed as quickly on the habs, I still think the best part of that trade for the habs was getting rid of Subban’s attitude and adding Shea’s leadership. There’s no doubt that Shea has done wonders for this franchise and it’s young players.</div></div>

As a HUGE PK Subban fan, this is undeniable if only for the Weber part. The stories about this guys leadership is invaluable. I love PKs attitude, but I can see how it rubs some people the wrong way.

Forum: Armchair-GMSep. 1, 2020 at 1:14 p.m.

Thread: Rating All Of Marc Bergevins Major Trades

Subban trade is a C+/B- for me.

Leaning towards B-, but they had a bad process that led to a good result.

Forum: Armchair-GMSep. 1, 2020 at 1:12 p.m.

Thread: Rating All Of Marc Bergevins Major Trades

<div class="quote"><div class="quote_t">Quoting: <b>vic997</b></div><div>I think we see it differently.
I don't think Subban would have regressed like this on Montreal. He fit the system well and was a great offensive dman.

Sergachev is also 3rd pair because of the talent in front of him blocking him from moving up.
Columbus series Sergachev was an absolute beast making great defensive plays to save his team. He is 100% noticeable and will only get better from here.
He is also not being rushed because there's no need to. He's got a better chance of hitting his ceiling like this as he gets to learn the game at a better pace learning from the likes of Victor Hedman and McD.</div></div>

I’ll agree to disagree on Sergachev.

While Subban may not have regressed as quickly on the habs, I still think the best part of that trade for the habs was getting rid of Subban’s attitude and adding Shea’s leadership. There’s no doubt that Shea has done wonders for this franchise and it’s young players.

Forum: Armchair-GMSep. 1, 2020 at 1:08 p.m.

Thread: Rating All Of Marc Bergevins Major Trades

<div class="quote"><div class="quote_t">Quoting: <b>vic997</b></div><div>Guess it's more to each their own.
I didn't find Shaw worth that much. Especially if the team just moved one of their best C's to acquire 1 of those 2nds</div></div>

Sorry to nitpick, but Ellers deal was two future 2nd, not that draft. As someone that LOVES watching the draft, I was pretty pissed off we traded 2x2nd, but ended up liking Shaw.

Forum: Armchair-GMSep. 1, 2020 at 1:02 p.m.

Thread: Rating All Of Marc Bergevins Major Trades

<div class="quote"><div class="quote_t">Quoting: <b>vic997</b></div><div>But it's still overpayment. You 100% need to look at trades like that.
Romanov and Norlinder are still unknowns with zero games of NHL experience right now</div></div>

I guess I just liked Shaw then. Because I thought he brought enough value for 2x2nd. Chicago hitting a homerun with that pick shouldn't matter.

Forum: Armchair-GMSep. 1, 2020 at 12:57 p.m.

Thread: Rating All Of Marc Bergevins Major Trades

<div class="quote"><div class="quote_t">Quoting: <b>vic997</b></div><div>I still think it was an overpayment. I like Scandella but 2 months before this, you could have got him from buffalo for a late round pick</div></div>

Okay, but two months earlier, J-Bo hadn't nearly died on the bench. And I know it was an overpay, but this is how the deadline deals go. It was a cup-chasing matter at the time. I'm not going to criticize Army for pulling that trigger.

Now, signing Scandy to a juicy four-year deal after a dozen good games in the Bluenote is another story...

Forum: Armchair-GMSep. 1, 2020 at 12:59 p.m.

Thread: Rating All Of Marc Bergevins Major Trades

<div class="quote"><div class="quote_t">Quoting: <b>Kotkaniemi15</b></div><div>It can work for both sides while still being an A+ for the habs. Vegas overpaid, but Pacioretty was a great addition who can help get them a cup. Montreal got an absolutely amazing return for Pacioretty.</div></div>

Both teams probably look at it as an A+ for themselves. Which is probably the best outcome. There is no embarrassment, and they can continue being trade partners.

Forum: Armchair-GMSep. 1, 2020 at 12:47 p.m.

Thread: Rating All Of Marc Bergevins Major Trades

<div class="quote"><div class="quote_t">Quoting: <b>vic997</b></div><div>I think the Pacioretty trade worked for both parties. He's an absolute machine for Vegas and if he helps them win the cup this year, I might even side with Vegas on that one tbh . Tatar at the time was terrible and a healthy scratch in the playoffs. The extension to pacioretty is key here</div></div>

It can work for both sides while still being an A+ for the habs. Vegas overpaid, but Pacioretty was a great addition who can help get them a cup. Montreal got an absolutely amazing return for Pacioretty.

Forum: Armchair-GMSep. 1, 2020 at 12:45 p.m.

Thread: Rating All Of Marc Bergevins Major Trades

Think the Weber and Domi trades deserve higher grades.

Also we traded Shaw back to Chicago recouping one of those picks so didnt turn out horrible.

Forum: Armchair-GMSep. 1, 2020 at 12:45 p.m.

Thread: Rating All Of Marc Bergevins Major Trades

Rather solid analysis, but there is one thing that makes me go hmmm...

"2 picks, one being a 2nd for a guy [Scandella] who normally would slot as a 6/7th D on most teams"

I agree that Bergy did well to grab a decent pick+ for a pending RFA. However, he partnered Parayko on the defending champs/West leaders, so maybe the Habs just didn't get the most out of him.

Forum: Armchair-GMSep. 1, 2020 at 12:42 p.m.

Thread: Rating All Of Marc Bergevins Major Trades

Not bad, not bad

I would say the Pacioretti trade worked out for Vegas just as good as it did for Montreal. I mean Suzuki is doing great and Tatar is not bad either, but also, Vegas will go to another round in the playoffs and Pacioretti is a key piece there. So I don't think they regret that trade either. Montreal is just rebuilding and Vegas is not.

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