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KnifeBoot28

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Forum: Armchair-GMJun. 27, 2018 at 6:50 p.m.
Thread: Tavares isn't Stamkos
I think trying to sign a player with a cap-hit like Nino's while also signing JT is a mistake. Even with the 7.75 mil off the books with Chara and McQuaid leaving in 19-20 and potential cap increase that year, it's going to be tight to sign McAvoy, Donato, Carlo, Heinen, plus lower level FA's. Not to mention the need to have room for DeBrusk in 20-21.

I think the only way JT fits in the cap structure is to trade Krug, like you did, but also find a taker for Krejci's albatross. Moving Krejci would likely mean losing a high end prospect or younger high level roster player (Heinen, Donato, or DeBrusk) in the deal in exchange for Krejci's cap hit.


Moving Backes may prove difficult without retaining substantial salary, in which case they may wait to for 19-20 for a buy out.
Forum: Armchair-GMAug. 15, 2017 at 5:57 p.m.
Thread: Potentially clear space for a Pasta signing (Not a huge fan of the move)
<div class="quote"><div class="quote_t">Quoting: <b>LazarBeams</b></div><div>

Very fair, I think that there should be more interest in Fox, but I do get the McCavoy/Carlo argument. I think there is a basis for a trade here, the problem is that I wouldn't want to give up as much as it would cost, staring with Johnny Hockey or Backlund.</div></div>

I'm with ON3M4N. Johnny Hockey would need to be involved in the deal, but I like your realization that you'd have to take on Beleskey's contract. The money you're proposing for Pasta could be paid by Boston; if Pasta is going to accept that deal, he'd accept it with Boston.

I think if a deal would be made, an NHL ready top 4 D would also need to be included to open up room for Boston to include Carlo in a trade for Duchene.
Forum: Boston BruinsJun. 15, 2017 at 10:43 p.m.
Thread: Chara 19-20?
<div class="quote"><div class="quote_t">Quoting: <b>PaulDunnill</b></div><div><div class="quote"><div class="quote_t">Quoting: <b>KnifeBoot28</b></div><div>Any speculation on what will happen with Chara when his contract is up? Assume he stays healthy, has a season similar to this years' and Bs are in playoff spot. Will he retire? Sign short term on a hometown discount while relinquishing the C? Any thoughts?</div></div>

He has stated he wants to continue playing. He is in great shape usually, one of the most in-shape in the league!! As long as he wants to play, he will be a Bruin. I believe ownership will have honest discussions with him down the road, but I think he can still play for 2 years anyway.....but he also will understand when he is holding the team back and at that point will likely retire......while he is still playing for the B's there is no need to relinquish the C. It doesn't mean that much really, and he is still a leader in the room, players like Bergy look to him for leadership still!

I believe he will retire a Bruin. Just a matter of when.</div></div>

I'm with you provided he stays healthy. Though, If Boston does pursuit and land a top 4 LHD there may be a log jam on the left once prospects are looking for ice time in the show.
Forum: Boston BruinsJun. 15, 2017 at 2:45 a.m.
Thread: Introduce yourself, Bruins Fans! -- New User Thread
1.) Location -- Inland Northwest
2.) Career -- Video Production. Formerly Minor league Hockey (WCHL, WPHL)
3.) Favourite NHL Team -- Boston Bruins
4.) Other teams you follow -- a little bit of everyone. Listen to Bruins Podcasts as well as one Leafs-based
5.) Other sports teams you follow -- none
6.) Favourite Current Players -- Bergeron, Rask, Krug. Really fell for Carlo and McAvoy
7.) Favourite Former Players -- Bourque, Murray, Axelsson, Recchi, Campbell, Lucic, Thornton
8.) Most Despised Sports Team -- MTL, VAN, PIT
9.) One player you wish you could have watched -- Live in person? Ray Bourque.
10.) Growing up in a non major sports market, you kind of had to pick a team. I remember starting to watch hockey around 92, I was about 12. The Bruins were on ESPN a decent amount, and the team and their fans and their attitudes resonated with me. I followed since then with varing intensity depending on National TV coverage. Growing up, I would always select Boston in video games. Coworkers during my time working as a stick boy and an equipment manager in the minor leagues, had also followed Boston due to home town loyalty and it also rubbed off on me. Since 2008 I've had NHL Center Ice package, and either watch live or DVR the game. Have maybe missed a dozen since 08. Made a pilgrimage to TD Garden for the home opener of 10-11, plus the following game. Sat in the 3rd row from glass near tunnel; was amongst the kids fist-bumping the team as they came out. Follow most New England based sports media.
Forum: Armchair-GMMay 28, 2017 at 11:36 p.m.