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Forum: Armchair-GMApr. 19, 2016 at 12:06 a.m.
Thread: Trying to make a 3 line scoring team work....
<div class="quote"><div class="quote_t">Quoting: <b>mhockey91</b></div><div><i>ThIs is awesome</i></div></div>

Thanks. I wanted to try and create a realistic roster that continues to focus on speed. While giving Crosby, Malkin and Kessel their own lines. This gives the pens 3 lines that can drive possession and force teams to match off.

I'll give a quick break down on my forward line.

Line 1: Zucker has his flaws and is coming off a dissapointing season. He has plenty of speed and has proven capable of putting up points. Looking at his play style I think he would mesh well as a natural LW on line 1.

Line 2: I wanted to give Malkin his own line. KUNITZ is still a good player and putting up decent points however he seems to be neutralizing Sid. Moving him and a pick for Colin Wilson adds size, speed and a strong 2 way player. He can double as a center if needed but would look nice on Malkin's LW. Adding the youth and skill of Sprong to the right side could work well. Overall I like this line. It's a decent combination of skill but with a little 2 way presence.

Line 3: Has been very good for the pens. I don't see a reason in splitting it up. Kessel has good chemistry with Bonino and Hagelin. Forces teams to think of more than Crosby and Malkin's line.

Line 4: Played together and when together they were noticeable in a good way. Strong 2 way presence. Forcing turnovers with their speed and attack. The kids have been impressive and Cullen has been a great addition.
Forum: Armchair-GMMar. 31, 2016 at 2:16 a.m.
Thread: Malkin
<div class="quote"><div class="quote_t">Quoting: <b>Zbaddest</b></div><div><i>Malkin is always injured, and zibanejad is supposed to be a first line centre. I don't get what's not to like in the deal, Ottawa gives their most skilled forward in Hoffman, their most defensive dman in methot, and a first round pick, all for an elite centre, I think it's more than fair</i></div></div>

Methot is good. But isn't a necessity for the pens. It's not close to getting Malkin.
The pens are currently playing a style that revolves around speed and puck movement. Hoffman would be a nice addition but would need to be signed and it's still unknown what his camp would be asking for.
The pens would also need a 2C coming back as trading Malkin leaves a big hole. So either Turris or Zibanejad. Plus.... Malkin is a legitimate first line center and a game changer as mentioned above he's elite.
Forum: Armchair-GMMar. 21, 2016 at 1:40 p.m.
Thread: Malkin to the Blues
<div class="quote"><div class="quote_t">Quoting: <b>TrickyBeans66</b></div><div><i>I appreciate that you put thought into the trades before posting. That's a lot more than what most people seem to do here. Throw sh*t at the wall and see what sticks.

Overall I don't think your trade is too off after reading how you have it working for both teams. As a partial Pens fan, I think it'd be hard to lose Malkin, but at the right price, as you may have come up with, I think it could be possible. I think it could work out in the end. But I'm sure someone will come on here and just tear into it without giving any real thought.</i></div></div>

Thanks. Looking at some of the trades that are posted, I agree with you.

A lot of it comes down to finding a trade that works. And that benefits both teams involved. Is Malkin worth more, maybe. But there is also no doubting the potential benefits it this trade from a Pens prospective, a first line LW that plays to the pens current style, a second line centre on an ECL with the potential to be a 60 point player for the Pens and a second round pick (it is what it is). Schwartz is also an RFA.

In reality could there be an added pick or prospect on the blues side going to the Pens, sure, or a roster player for cap reasons. It's definitely possible. Overall I think it's a fairly realistic trade that benefits both teams.

Now from a St. Louis point of view, a legitimate franchise first line center in his prime. I don't think there is anyone that wouldn't want to see what Malkin and Vladimir Tarasenko could do together, I think that could be magic. The Blues could run a 1, 2 punch of Malkin and Stastny down the middle. Add Steen to the mix and that's the makings of a very good top 6.
Forum: Armchair-GMMar. 21, 2016 at 10:55 a.m.
Thread: Malkin to the Blues
<div class="quote"><div class="quote_t">Quoting: <b>palhal</b></div><div><i>St Louis has cap problems (as do many teams). Adding Malkin would cause a lot of juggling to the Blues lineup.</i></div></div>

St. Louis is in the position where they could make a trade like this. They have some contracts coming off the books at the end of this year, plus having Schwartz involved in the trade.

Overall, I gave these trades a lot of thought before posting them. The main focus on is the St. Louis trade. The pens have formed an identity of playing a fast game. Adding Schwartz, finally solidifies the top line left wing along side Crosby.
Fabbri is a potential 60 point center, on an ECL. And could be a good fit in between Haglin and Kessel. It provides some added skill and youth to the top 6.

Plus adding a 2nd round pick and cap space.

I left the D pretty much as is, they have played well as or late and keeping Pouliot in the mix while adding a defensive prospect.

The bottom 6 I left as is with the addition of Sprong on the 3rd line right wing. And Kunitz moving down (I don't think it's realistic not to have him on a roster for next year).

Overall I think it's a very decent roster. Top line improved, some added youth and cap space. Another forward and D prospect and it gives the pens 3 2nd round pick this year.
Forum: Armchair-GMJan. 31, 2016 at 4:18 a.m.
Thread: Change of scenery
<div class="quote"><div class="quote_t">Quoting: <b>Sqm918</b></div><div><i><div class="quote"><div class="quote_t">Quoting: <b>Cdub</b></div><div><i><div class="quote"><div class="quote_t">Quoting: <b>Sqm918</b></div><div><i>I have no issue with either trade and it undoubtedly improves the offense, but then the pens dont have much of anything to trade to improve the defense. Dont think just Cole could fetch the pens a solid top-4 dman.</i></div></div>

I think Killorn would fit well on Crosby's leftwing.  Left had shot and versatile. I honestly like that deal and the fit when looking at the Pens roster.

As for the defence.  There is always the option of a Cole for Franson swap.  Or something along those lines. 
A lot of it depends on how the Pens organization view Pouliot, do they see him as a long term viable solution to the top 4 or could he be someone moved in a bigger deal.  Personally, I like Sami Vatanen a Dumo-Vatanen pairing could be real good.  Right hand shot and a great puck mover. 
Bonino is also someone that could be moved in the right deal. He can be replaced internal.</i></div></div>

Am gonna try to make a roster revolving around your trades plus a trade for Vatanen just to see how it looks.</i></div></div>

I like it.
Forum: Armchair-GMJan. 31, 2016 at 1:41 a.m.
Thread: Change of scenery
<div class="quote"><div class="quote_t">Quoting: <b>Sqm918</b></div><div><i>I have no issue with either trade and it undoubtedly improves the offense, but then the pens dont have much of anything to trade to improve the defense. Dont think just Cole could fetch the pens a solid top-4 dman.</i></div></div>

I think Killorn would fit well on Crosby's leftwing.  Left had shot and versatile. I honestly like that deal and the fit when looking at the Pens roster.

As for the defence.  There is always the option of a Cole for Franson swap.  Or something along those lines. 
A lot of it depends on how the Pens organization view Pouliot, do they see him as a long term viable solution to the top 4 or could he be someone moved in a bigger deal.  Personally, I like Sami Vatanen a Dumo-Vatanen pairing could be real good.  Right hand shot and a great puck mover. 
Bonino is also someone that could be moved in the right deal. He can be replaced internal.