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JonnyLamoriello

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Forum: Armchair-GMAug. 1, 2022 at 10:47 a.m.
Thread: What Lou most likely is doing
<div class="quote"><div class="quote_t">Quoting: <b>Isles5513</b></div><div>I’m higher on Bellows than most isles fans cause I think he’s that guy who can play a supporting role on a good 3rd line. Like I wouldn’t be shocked if he could play higher or lower in the lineup, but I think he’s one of those guys who will probably be best as a checking line wing who can score.</div></div>

Agreed. Bellows could easily figure it out and has shown some really impressive flashes at times. He can score in the NHL, which isn’t so easy. Maybe with a confidence boost from a passionate coach like lambert he gets more production. But unfortunately, i don’t see him really getting the playing time here on the island to break out with the isles. He’ll be of value elsewhere.

Stefen Rosner just coincidentally released an article suggesting a trade of bellows and Bailey as well, but to Ottawa. That makes a lot of sense too. I would just feel really bad shipping Bailey to Arizona…
Forum: Armchair-GMJul. 31, 2022 at 10:35 p.m.
Thread: Canucks get that RHD
<div class="quote"><div class="quote_t">Quoting: <b>Nightowl26</b></div><div>I'm still not convinced he's signing here. We still don't have any credible sources saying this. By the way, if its for more than 3 yrs it's a horrible move. Kadri does not fit. You are moving one of our center (Brock or Brazal) I guess to wing and you are going to PISSE THIS OFF BAD!! Why would you want to piss of Brock who scored 38 goals at center last year??? Why would you piss off your face of the franchise player in Brazal? So piss him off so he decides not to resign next year. And all for what? Signing a 32 yr old Kadri? Really? Does this sound like great management.</div></div>

FYI - Adrian Dater, COL's main writer, found today's source to be credible enough to write that it's probably a done deal, too...
https://coloradohockeynow.com/2022/07/31/nazem-kadri-to-new-york-islanders-mark-seidel/
Forum: Armchair-GMJul. 31, 2022 at 10:33 p.m.
Thread: Canucks get that RHD
<div class="quote"><div class="quote_t">Quoting: <b>Nightowl26</b></div><div>I'm still not convinced he's signing here. We still don't have any credible sources saying this. By the way, if its for more than 3 yrs it's a horrible move. Kadri does not fit. You are moving one of our center (Brock or Brazal) I guess to wing and you are going to PISSE THIS OFF BAD!! Why would you want to piss of Brock who scored 38 goals at center last year??? Why would you piss off your face of the franchise player in Brazal? So piss him off so he decides not to resign next year. And all for what? Signing a 32 yr old Kadri? Really? Does this sound like great management.</div></div>

So what if it's Pageau being shipped out? I have to do the research but I did read somewhere that Pageau/Nelson/Barzal shared very similar minutes on ice last season. So if Brock moves to 3C is it so bad? He may face weaker competition and dominate even more.
Forum: Armchair-GMJul. 31, 2022 at 10:27 p.m.
Thread: Canucks get that RHD
<div class="quote"><div class="quote_t">Quoting: <b>Nightowl26</b></div><div>Miller is not a fit for us. Not getting older and paying a 30 yr old 8M+ a year for 6-7 years. Haven't we learned out mistakes already??? Enough, Miller is not taking us over the top. Not trading anymore 1st rounders. We have dealt 3 of the last 4 1st rounders and what do we have to show for it??? STOP!</div></div>

The Miller ship has sailed, as today was extremely convincing that Kadri is an Islander. The remaining questions are simply this:
-Who is being shipped out?
-Who is moving to wing?
-Can the Isles squeeze in one more d-man?

If Isles trade Bailey for SG (50% retained) then I really believe they don't have to make any moves at the deadline and can ride this roster to the playoffs.
Forum: Armchair-GMJul. 31, 2022 at 10:21 p.m.
Thread: Canucks get that RHD
<div class="quote"><div class="quote_t">Quoting: <b>Isles5513</b></div><div>I’m not gonna base my life around my opinions on fake trades lol. I’m got a degree in telecommunications. All I do is base my opinion on what sources I can find and validate. It’s not my intention to be condescending about it.</div></div>

Let's also recognize what the 27 year old Oliver Bjorkstrand trade returned for CBJ... It's a tough market out there and someone has to be shipped out to fit in Kadri. At least in my trade scenario, Arizona is retaining 50% salary, and the isles get a player I believe they need. I also do believe Kadri over Bailey is a noticeable upgrade. So YES, you kill several birds with one stone by doing the bailey for SG trade - cap space, defensive offenseman. It works.
Forum: Armchair-GMJul. 31, 2022 at 10:17 p.m.
Thread: Canucks get that RHD
<div class="quote"><div class="quote_t">Quoting: <b>Isles5513</b></div><div>My assumptions are based on facts. It seems like yours r just based on how u feel about bailey and how you feel about the roster. All I’m trying to do is point out that ur not addressing the isles needs. If you are just trying to predict what Lou does that’s also ok. But let’s be honest here. Lou isn’t gonna cap dump bailey. He doesn’t usually trade picks to move players who can still produce.</div></div>

But that's you assuming that Shayne G doesn't bring something of value back for the isles. If Shayne puts up 50 points again he's going to fetch at least a 2nd at the deadline if not more. This trade is essentially a hockey trade. And if anything it's harder for a player to put up points when they're on such a terrible team (see: Taylor Hall on Buffalo).