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Forum: Armchair-GM35 minutes ago

Thread: What do we do next year with this surplus

<div class="quote"><div class="quote_t">Quoting: <b>Jco5ta5</b></div><div>I hear ya. I can be overly critical at times. Boqvist and Nylander just hit a nerve with me. To be honest, the team's offense isn't much of an issue (though yes it could use some work) to the point where Nylander's offensive ability makes that big of a difference or is "needed". His defensive game is improving but also not where it needs to be and similarly to Boqvist, his offense doesn't overcome his defensive ineptitude or his inconsistent play. You're right, poor timing. This was his prove it year. Now he'll have yet another prove it year next year with even more limited space on the roster which is why I felt he could/should be given an opportunity with another team who could use him. Maybe NJ, Detroit, or CBJ could take him and plug him in and see if he can produce.</div></div>

I don't disagree with the idea that Nylander is somewhat superfluous. I've tried mapping out the roster for next year a couple of times and I still have no idea where he is going to fit in. But yeah, I liked how he was progressing towards the end of last season and I know that I, at least, was expecting more good things from him this year. He still kinda has the shine of a former top 10 pick, so we know he has potential. I'm hoping he gets one more chance to show he can live up to it, hopefully with us

Forum: Armchair-GM3 hours ago

Thread: What do we do next year with this surplus

<div class="quote"><div class="quote_t">Quoting: <b>Tyler_A10</b></div><div>You had me until the boqvist stuff

no, just no. stop it</div></div>

Idk, I see only facts on the Boqvist front. Kicking Nylander to the curb is a bad take though, although his injury came at a pretty inopportune time

Forum: Armchair-GM12 hours ago

Thread: First team all east playoff teams

Get Leddy out of there

Forum: Armchair-GM17 hours ago

Thread: Playoff lines

Looks scary ngl

Forum: Armchair-GMWed at 6:58 pm

Thread: Jeff Gorton is done

When you take those four away, Gorton does look pretty average. Don't think there will be too much a difference between him and Drury, especially considering the rest of the FO is still there for now.

As for this offseason, think they should keep filling out their depth. They've got some nice prospects who could take those jobs, but look at the impact a guy like Colin Blackwell has had. Another veteran stopgap or two wouldn't hurt and you could reduce those guys' roles if they feel more of the kids are ready

Forum: Armchair-GMMon at 9:20 am

Thread: Can Campbell steal us a playoff round

Maybe, but I don't see why he'd have to. Feel like the team as a whole is finally good enough to be able to win without needing a series "stolen"

Forum: Armchair-GMSun at 11:34 pm

Thread: Who should Flames go for in UFA

Kyle Palmieri perhaps? They been looking for a right handed top 6 winger for what feels like forever. That said, he’s been pretty bad this season so maybe not

Forum: Armchair-GMSun at 1:37 am

Thread: Ritchie for Zadorov

I’m taking that if I’m CHI

Forum: Armchair-GMSat at 9:58 pm

Thread: Who can Seattle take from Vancouver instead of Jake Virtanen

Highmore perhaps?

EDIT: Oh he's protected lol, yeah then maybe Holtby

Forum: Armchair-GMSat at 9:53 am

Thread: Fans lets figure out the best Dumba trade together

Personally, I would not want to give up a first rounder for Dumba. Hasn’t been all that great since his pectoral injury nearly 3 years ago now and the combination of his regression in play and his fairly expensive contract make him a guy I honestly have little interest in.

Now, he is a physical, offensive minded defenseman who has shown the ability to play at least average defense as well, so I wouldn’t doubt that a number of actual teams would be interested, but I think Minnesota would have to A. Take money back and B. Probably accept a lower return, especially if they’re trading him prior to the expansion draft and are set on trying to protect other players

Forum: Armchair-GMSat at 12:27 am

Thread: Team of players I think have satisfying names

Thank you for this

Forum: Armchair-GMSat at 12:25 am

Thread: Legit Starters

A Varlamov trade is honestly pretty feasible if the Isles FO doesn't think they'll have enough space to sign our RFAs and they have confidence that Sorokin is ready to be the guy. Personally, I think we'll make it and be able to hang onto Varly but I wouldn't rule it out until Pelech, Beauvillier and the aforementioned Sorokin are signed. And if they were to move him, I think Edmonton would be a good destination

Forum: Armchair-GMFri at 6:14 pm

Thread: Step in the right direction

<div class="quote"><div class="quote_t">Quoting: <b>Isles777</b></div><div>I know the underlying numbers are good on that line, but komarov needs to consistently produce to play on that line IMO. When I saw the lines yesterday I was fine with komarov on the 1st line, he’s a much better option than bailey/zajac.

Palmieri should not be an out of character move lol - they gave up a 1st for the guy and palmieri is a solid defensive play driver.</div></div>

"Out of character" in the sense that they haven't done it yet, despite it seeming like a fairly common sense move to make lol

Forum: Armchair-GMFri at 5:53 pm

Thread: Cap Trouble - 2021 Offseason

<div class="quote"><div class="quote_t">Quoting: <b>GMs</b></div><div>I thought he was doing well and you don’t have someone who can play the minutes he plays</div></div>

He's producing but his underlying numbers say he probably won't repeat what he's doing now and we need the money. I actually like the idea of signing Forbort to play with Dobson and then bumping Mayfield down to play with Aho/Salo/Bolduc. Maybe increase Pelech and Pulock's ice time a bit if need-be to take the pressure off the 2nd pair, feel like they could probably handle it

Forum: Armchair-GMFri at 5:45 pm

Thread: Step in the right direction

If First Line Leo is what we need for the team to play well, I'm for it at this point. Butch said after his goal last night that as strange as it is, he's the only guy outside of Lee that seems to work on that line. Zajac and Bailey are not the answer and they refuse to use Bellows up there, so unless they do something wildly out of character and put Beau or Palmieri up there, then I guess its Leo or bust.

For what it's worth, that line's underlying numbers are pretty great. Obviously its Barzal and Eberle driving the bus, but Leo has shown he can get involved from time to time. I just say roll with it and hope they can keep building on their chemistry. It's not ideal, but it might be our best option at this point

Forum: Armchair-GMFri at 5:40 pm

Thread: Cap Trouble - 2021 Offseason

I'm hoping we sell high on Leddy this year, could maybe move most of his contract if we retain a bit and accept a low-ish return

Forum: Armchair-GMApr 30 at 9:15

Thread: Rank These Calder Level Rookies From This Year Based On Potential

Kaprisov
Stutzle
Robertson
Smith
Hoglander
Wahlstrom
Miller
Norris
Tolvanen
Suter

Forum: Armchair-GMApr 27 at 10:45

Thread: changes

Idk what to say, think or feel. Trotz's decision-making isn't doing us any favor, but the execution just isn't there either. I couldn't watch tonight, so I won't try to pinpoint anything in particular, but something is really, really off and I don't understand why and how

Forum: Armchair-GMApr 27 at 7:05

Thread: Brothers

Should’ve kept PK and gotten Malcolm from Chicago too

Forum: Armchair-GMApr 26 at 11:35

Thread: Zadorov Zub Zaitsev Russian Domination

Deal

Forum: Chicago BlackhawksApr 25 at 11:54

Thread: CHI FANS HELP

I imagine this means Zadorov will be exposed, however I’m not convinced Seattle would take him. Owed at least $3.2 million on his QO and has arb. rights and there will be much better defensemen available.

Wouldn’t be too upset if he was their pick either though

Forum: NHL SigningsApr 25 at 11:49

Thread: Chicago Blackhawks signed Riley Stillman (3 Years / $1,350,000 AAV)

He’s got potential for sure, haven’t loved him in his time here but he’s shown flashes that have gotten me excited for who he could be. Really no issue with the term or money, just a matter of whether or not he can hit his ceiling

Forum: Chicago BlackhawksApr 24 at 8:10

Thread: Kirby Dach

I’ll be totally honest, I’ve been a little checked out when it comes to Dach lately. Hasn’t really stood out, good or bad (your point) and this season feels like a bit of a wash for him, especially since he didn’t have a real training camp and then jumped in as everyone else was already establishing chemistry with each other.

All of that said, he’s not a bust lmao. I would say if he underperforms against next year, that’s when some doubt might start to creep in. But he’s still learning the game and its speed, like <a href="/users/exo2769" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">@exo2769</a> said I think once he figures those things out, we’re going to start to see some real growth.

Forum: Armchair-GMApr 22 at 4:01

Thread: The reality of things

Agreed. And I love what he’s been able to do with Pager, but they’ve got to start experimenting with Wahlstrom on one of the top two lines. Imo, he’s learned the defense/physicality/grit part of the game; it’s not totally consistent yet, but that will come with experience (which he isn’t getting if he’s in the press box). It should be about time to start nurturing his offensive abilities.

Forum: Armchair-GMApr 22 at 3:51

Thread: Next year

<div class="quote"><div class="quote_t">Quoting: <b>Isles777</b></div><div>The isles can’t afford to sign another 30+ player long term. That’s how you end up like the sharks - no way out.</div></div>

Perhaps, I’m not saying we <em>should</em> get him, but if we could get Hyman, in his current form for a year or two, we’d be deadly.

Plus signing Hyman would require Bailey and Ladd to disappear, which I don’t think will happen

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