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Forum: Armchair-GMDec. 15, 2019 at 12:14 a.m.
Forum: Armchair-GMOct. 18, 2018 at 11:48 p.m.
Thread: Trade with Pens
<div class="quote"><div class="quote_t">Quoting: <b>graderman</b></div><div>I like the idea of acquiring Teletubby for center depth when the Hawks inevitably get hit there with the injury bug. The Pens may be in the market for a RHD with Schultz out long term but I’m not sure Rutta would be on their radar. They supposedly are attempting to replace from within but may be willing to trade if the deal is right for them. Rutta appears to be the odd man out once Murphy returns. Who knows, tho, hey former bud from CBH.com!</div></div>

<div class="quote"><div class="quote_t">Quoting: <b>graderman</b></div><div>I like the idea of acquiring Teletubby for center depth when the Hawks inevitably get hit there with the injury bug. The Pens may be in the market for a RHD with Schultz out long term but I’m not sure Rutta would be on their radar. They supposedly are attempting to replace from within but may be willing to trade if the deal is right for them. Rutta appears to be the odd man out once Murphy returns. Who knows, tho, hey former bud from CBH.com!</div></div>

<div class="quote"><div class="quote_t">Quoting: <b>graderman</b></div><div>I like the idea of acquiring Teletubby for center depth when the Hawks inevitably get hit there with the injury bug. The Pens may be in the market for a RHD with Schultz out long term but I’m not sure Rutta would be on their radar. They supposedly are attempting to replace from within but may be willing to trade if the deal is right for them. Rutta appears to be the odd man out once Murphy returns. Who knows, tho, hey former bud from CBH.com!</div></div>

Haven’t posted there ina while. How are things?
Forum: Armchair-GMOct. 18, 2018 at 9:09 a.m.
Thread: D Sucks
<div class="quote"><div class="quote_t">Quoting: <b>graderman</b></div><div>LA’s cap issues may manifest next year. For instance with this roster, overage bonuses may be in excess of $2.2M alone, or around the presumed cap increase. Doughty has a $4M increase kicking in. Eight other guys will need contracts as well. Similar to Toronto, the Kings have big decisions forthcoming. Unlike the Leafs, their future doesn’t appear to be as bright, unfortunately.</div></div>

I completely agree. I was STUNNED when they sign Ilya K. They're already old, slow, and cap tight...so they got older...slower...and closer to the cap ceiling. LA will be a dumpster fire in no time. ALSO, because they're consistently ranked as having the worst farm system in the NHL. IMO, that's actually the biggest problem of all.
Forum: Armchair-GMOct. 18, 2018 at 12:22 a.m.
Thread: What hopefully happens if nylander finally signs
<div class="quote"><div class="quote_t">Quoting: <b>graderman</b></div><div>Me too, bud! I remember crying in 1971 when the Chicago Blackhawks lost to Montreal in the SCF. I was six years old! I don’t recall my emotions in ‘73 with the same result but I was hurt again in ‘92 when they were swept by Pittsburgh. So, obviously, I have been thrilled with their recent 3 Wins in six years! And throughout their resurgence to the pinnacle of the NHL <em>as an insider</em>, I, too, became fascinated with them as well as many other teams in how they are built and constructed. Toronto, an O6 team, has not won in over 50 years of their storied history. That drought appears to potentially be over with how things stand this season. In the hard cap era, Toronto has put forth an incredible offensive group that hasn’t been seen in decades. Can they sustain their present pace? If they can also come to a reasonable bridge contract with Nylander (even 2 years would be okay), the sky is the limit!</div></div>

The sky really is the limit for the Leafs. Their offensive firepower is mind-boggling. I knew they'd be good when they signed Tavares, but they lead the league in goals for by a huge margin (8 freaking goals!!!!). You add in Nylander and look out you have easily the best forward group in the league. I'd be absolutely shocked if the Leafs don't win at least 1 cup in the next 5 years.
Forum: Armchair-GMOct. 17, 2018 at 11:50 p.m.
Thread: What hopefully happens if nylander finally signs
<div class="quote"><div class="quote_t">Quoting: <b>graderman</b></div><div>Great observation! This is what I wish happened for the Hawks with Saad in ‘15. He was due but Chicago was mired in Cap hell at the time. Actually, I believe Columbus overpaid by $2M as well. Back to Toronto, it boils down to if Nylander really, truly wants to be a Leaf! He said he does but now is most concerned about himself. He has little to no leverage, business-wise, in his present negotiations. After Marleau is off their books, they can take care of Willy. In the meantime, he can sign his bridge deal and maybe become a two time Cup winner like Saad (different circumstance) before he gets that big payday.</div></div>

Exactly! The guy is incredibly talented so betting on himself with a bridge deal to get a big payday in a couple years surrounded with the talent of Matthews, Marner, Tavares, and Kadri is anything but a bad idea. I can see why Dubas wouldn't want to do this, though, since he'll have to go through this negotiation all over again after Nylander enters his prime. It's such a tough situation and I understand where both sides are coming from. Nylander wants a fair deal and while $8M is probably $1M or so too much right now I think that could be a bargain for the potential he has down the line. Dubas wants to keep his studs together and start a dynasty which is hindered if Nylander takes up $8M in space. As an outsider I'm fascinated by this whole scenario.
Forum: Armchair-GMOct. 17, 2018 at 11:32 p.m.
Thread: What hopefully happens if nylander finally signs
<div class="quote"><div class="quote_t">Quoting: <b>PuckPal</b></div><div>Thats fine by me Leivo and Johnsson are about the same right now in how their playing my thought was with Johnsson upside the might be more intriguing to MIN. We will have to see how this turns out with Nylander rumour is they are trying to hammer out a bridge deal between 4-5 million per so if thats true and matthews and marner leave a bit on the table for the depth players we'll be fine but your right this is going to be a very interesting offseason for the leafs.</div></div>

Agreed. I think a bridge deal for Nylander is the best option at this point. Toronto will have to pay more money down the road but that would come after Marleau is off the books. Leafs have a ton of RFA's to pay next summer, Dubas is going to be a very busy man. I really don't see the Leafs moving Nylander but I'd be incredibly disappointed if they did and we weren't the team that traded for him. He's perfect for us in every aspect.
Forum: Armchair-GMOct. 17, 2018 at 9:26 p.m.
Thread: Assuming a Compliance Buyout in 2020
<div class="quote"><div class="quote_t">Quoting: <b>graderman</b></div><div>That’s right. I am pleased with Jokiharju’s progress thus far. I hope he keeps up the good work and stays out of Q’s doghouse. They do have some very nice pieces in the pipeline as well as those who made the team out of camp. The future doesn’t appear to be as barren as I thought a few weeks ago. I still think they are a bubble team this season, but would greatly benefit with a healthy Crawford especially. They also somehow have to get the enigma Saad going every night which would be huge. Time tends to sort most things out.</div></div>

Completely agree. I also like the Entwistle signing. He doesn't have the high end talent, but it's nice to see that we ended up with something promising out of the Hossa trade. I hope he makes it in the next year or two
Forum: Armchair-GMOct. 17, 2018 at 6:04 p.m.
Thread: Detroit POV
<div class="quote"><div class="quote_t">Quoting: <b>Hedman77</b></div><div>im not sure if philadelphia would give a 3rd for kronwall. he isn't really going to be the difference maker between a 1st-round exit and a cup.
now that being said, i think a team like SJ/TB/WPG/BOS/PIT/WPG/WSH could use him for a playoff run.</div></div>
Kronwalls the last thing PHI needs

they have 5/6 D as left shots and Sanheim forced to play bottom D pair because of it so if they acquire any D it will be a righty as they've never felt comfortable with Morin and Myers is like 2 years from being NHL ready as he's a big big big lad and his skating is getting there but still needs work . (watched him practice his skating this year when he came home for summer, he's doing good but he didnt hire a skating coach so 2 years at this pace)