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Forum: Armchair-GMJan. 15, 2019 at 12:02 a.m.
Thread: 1 Year cup window
Honestly, I do not see the Hawks parting with Seabrook. I truly believe there is a market for Keith, tho. Yes, the cap recapture crap is a consideration but the guy is in fabulous shape and still could be a very adequate 3-5 dman on a contender at a relatively friendly hit of $5.5M. He is the guy I would move ASAP. Gardiner would be a coup at the fraction more you give him. He does not seem to be a top pair guy, tho, IMO. I think Chicago would have to trade for such a guy if they want to compete for a playoff berth next year. Trouble with that is who do they move? Very tough answer might be DeBrincat, unfortunately. If that is the case, they would have to hit the FA market hard for a scorer.

The Blackhawks have a ton of holes presently and do not appear to be a desired destination for top UFAs. They have their work cut out if they truly want to contend in these next four years.
Forum: Armchair-GMJan. 14, 2019 at 10:59 p.m.
Forum: Armchair-GMOct. 18, 2018 at 12:35 a.m.
Thread: What hopefully happens if nylander finally signs
<div class="quote"><div class="quote_t">Quoting: <b>arousedcat</b></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.</div></div>Yep, it truly would be pick your poison for the opposition if/when Nylander is back in the fold. I’m not under the absolute persuasion that defense wins championships. For me, it is the team that scores more goals in 16 post season games that has a parade. Obviously, there are many factors that go into winning. With Babcock as their HC, they will compete most nights if not all, and be ready to take another step come April, ‘19.
Forum: Armchair-GMOct. 18, 2018 at 12:06 a.m.
Thread: What hopefully happens if nylander finally signs
<div class="quote"><div class="quote_t">Quoting: <b>arousedcat</b></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.</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!