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Forum: Armchair-GMMon. at 1:30 p.m.
Forum: Armchair-GMSun. at 3:18 p.m.
Thread: Leafs
<div class="quote"><div class="quote_t">Quoting: <b>palhal</b></div><div>Hey I agree with you. Getting Timmins for a 4th line Marlie was a great deal for the Leafs. But what I disagreed with the post, was putting Brodie on left side and Sandin to the right.
Leafs got figure out who the / 6th/7th/8th Dmen next summer after Reilly, Sandin, Giordano, Brodie and Liljgren. Don't think it will be Schenn at 2m, is Holl resigned? Holloway? Is Benn resigned? Kral work his way to the NHL? And as you suggest, it could be Timmins.</div></div>

OK. Misread your post.

Yes, playing Brodie on the left side when you don't have to is just silly. Playing Sandin on the right side just no.

As for who the 3rd pairing RD is?

Benn is a fantastic 7th guy now. Would bring him back for that roll.

Holl..... maybe if the Leafs can't find an upgrade.

My real thought process is Soucy. Yes, he is likely going to cost more than $2 million per (I see 3.5 million), but he is such an underrated asset that can play both sides very well; and more importantly can play top 4 minutes when needed.

If I am Dubas, that would be my play. Optimal versatility for a decent cost point. Soucy just brings more to the table than the usual Chychurn/Mayfield ideas imo..... meaning no disrespect to thier respective abilities.

A right side of Brodie, Liligren, Soucy and Benn/Timmins (seeing how the later fairs), is deep and competent.
Forum: Armchair-GMSun. at 1:49 p.m.
Thread: Leafs Canes trade we have waited for
<div class="quote"><div class="quote_t">Quoting: <b>Matthewslover</b></div><div>that does nothing for Toronto, either trade a 1st or Leafs will package Robertson for someone better</div></div>

It actually does.

Coughlan fits in nicely next season as a 3rd paring RD behind Brodie and Liligren. If he develops as I suspect he should, the year after, Leafs have Liligren, Coughlan and possibly Neimela as the right side.

Now..... this all depends on whether the Leafs brass and keeping a Bunting in the fold. I would say there is a consensus that Knies jumps directly into the lineup, and I am.one that says Steeves makes this team in 23-24, making the LW Bunting, Knies and Steeves over the top 3 lines.

If the brass cannot keep Bunting, then yeah, it leaves a hole.

Having said that, long term, this deal can do a tonne for the Leafs if the right circumstances unfold.
Forum: Armchair-GMSat. at 8:30 a.m.
Thread: Not sure what Ducks fans think but I will try this
<div class="quote"><div class="quote_t">Quoting: <b>GiggywithGibby</b></div><div>You're analysis is correct, Henriques time on the team was signaled to be limited with the signings of Strome and Vatrano, and Kulikov is a pending UFA. As was mentioned by my fellow Anaheim fans, we are really looking for another 1st in this year's draft.

With respect to SDA, we really do not need any more center prospects, our average center age in our top 9 is only 21 years old. SDA does have experience on NA ice which Verbeek values, but he is rather lacking in size. I think we'd rather have a 3rd round pick than SDA, as we may start using our picks to try and trade for roster players were interested in.</div></div>

Given the lack of Leaf picks, I am not a fan of moving a 3rd here, unless it includes a Kulikov extension.

Reluctant to move a 2023 1st here too. Deep draft, which is why the Ducks would value it. Get that. Why I opted to move Robertson...... simply a winger with the offensive upside that could be dynamic with Zegras. Even with limited time in Toronto, he looks to pace for a 40 point season which equals what Henrique would do. The hit here for the Ducks is defensive capabilities.
Forum: Armchair-GMNov. 24 at 4:55 p.m.
Thread: 2023 w cap
Leafs fan 50 cents:

Detroit deal: zero reason for Yzerman to move Rasmussen. Young, top 9 upside with a bit of size. Järnkrök simply isn't even close. IF Yzerman is going to entertain an offer here, it may start with a Robertson, meaning a larger deal to male it work. Even then, I question Stevie's motivation.

Winnipeg:

Barron looks like a very legit top 9 forward, again with some size. But the package here is crap. Sure Abruzesse has top 9 potential, Anderson maybe a 4th line guy. But there is nothing here to have Chevy think. Hell, I am not sure this is even a fit for these two teams, as if I am Chevy, Barron = Kerfoot, and that would be on an extension for sure. Further, if that is the case, Barron is simply a far cheaper option so why do it?

Listen, I see what your doing and appreciate the effort. But if you are going to land these guys, you have to make a GM think at least. For me, as a LEAFS fan, I see how they say no.
Forum: Armchair-GMNov. 21 at 9:27 p.m.
Thread: SDA Is Making A Strong Case For A Callup
<div class="quote"><div class="quote_t">Quoting: <b>GMBL</b></div><div>I don't think he will gain too much playing in the Marlies, we know he's going to dominate the AHL. Keefe claimed today that there are a lot of benefits being in the NHL for a young player (maybe he meant financial) when asked again about Robertson and if sitting out would be detrimental to his development. I think as long as Robertson is happy and is working on his game then it's fine if they do plan on giving him a chance every now and then.

Speaking of a waste of talent, I think Seattle needs to find a way to get Wright playing.</div></div>

I live outside Kingston, so had some opportunities to watch Wright play. I felt then as I do now that Wright wasn't ready for NHL action.

If Francis wanted to get inventive, I would have loaned him to a team in Switzerland for a year. He would have got playing time for one and experience playing with men.

It worked very well for Matthews....... kind of shocked that NHL GMs haven't tried that for players like Wright who are AHL ineligible.
Forum: Armchair-GMNov. 21 at 4:48 p.m.
Thread: SDA Is Making A Strong Case For A Callup
<div class="quote"><div class="quote_t">Quoting: <b>GMBL</b></div><div>He does seem to give a lot of excuses about the matter, he was asked lately what would Robertson have to do to get back into the lineup, and he said something like it's more about what others aren't doing. Robertson has been about as good as Malgin imo, but which isn't spectacular, he would lose a ton of value if he had similar production (basically the more games he plays, the more opportunity for him to look less productive).

I'm not saying they are set on trading Robertson, just that they don't want his value to take if they decide to take that route. If he goes on a tear the next time he's dressed then that's good too. I'm sure he's going to be hungry to get back into the line up and prove himself. They might be ruining his development at this stage but that's what typically happens with guys like him on teams with Stanley Cup aspirations.</div></div>

Agreed. But since he is waiver exempt, just send the kid to the Marlies and let him get minutes. Sitting him is a colosial waste of talent and as you mentioned development. Next year they actually need him.

Makes me nervous about Knies when he signs. How are they going to use him? If it like this, no way the Leafs maintain competitive. Almost a plan of justifying the importance of the Big 4 over anything else.
Forum: Armchair-GMNov. 20 at 9:50 p.m.
Thread: SDA Is Making A Strong Case For A Callup
<div class="quote"><div class="quote_t">Quoting: <b>GMBL</b></div><div>Honestly, I wouldn't be surprised if they send both packing if they can make a good upgrade. Dubas is not going to rush to move anyone, but if he has the opportunity to improve the team now, he won't wait for guys. I would rather see Robertson become a star for the Leafs, however, it's a very good possibility that he may break out elsewhere. The only thing is that I don't think many GMs are willing to make trades with Dubas without clearly getting the upper-hand. So, I wouldn't be surprised if they stay or if they go, it's all about the opportunity.

Right now, it seems Robertson is only going to get into the line up if a forward gets traded for a D, poor play from someone, or an injury. He'll have to take that opportunity and run with it if it presents itself.</div></div>

He has had a hard time earning Keefe's trust...... which I find weird given his output on 11 minutes a night. Mind you, I question a lot of Keefe's decisions this year regarding the lineup.

So, you maybe correct in the trade bait angle.....
Forum: Armchair-GMNov. 20 at 9:31 p.m.
Thread: SDA Is Making A Strong Case For A Callup
<div class="quote"><div class="quote_t">Quoting: <b>GMBL</b></div><div>They will keep him in the minors as long as they can until they absolutely need him or they will try to use him as tradebait.</div></div>

<div class="quote"><div class="quote_t">Quoting: <b>Random2152</b></div><div>I don't suspect he has much trade value. He will get a shot in camp next year and maybe if we get hit badly by the injury bug this year. Overcook him</div></div>

<div class="quote"><div class="quote_t">Quoting: <b>MatthewsFan</b></div><div>I will happily take Holl over Myers every day of the week. It’s not even close.

SDA is definitely hard to peg but he is consistently one of the few Leaf prospects that excels in controlled zone entries (guy has sick hands and really dangle the puck). Has excellent vision also. It just depends on if he stays a Center or Winger at the next level.

The scoring is there
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One thing that needs to pointed out about SDA.......

He was Robertson's centre in Peterborough. Those two have chemistry. Roberston was on the DL too much as a Marlie to gauge if they could carry it to pro hockey. I am sure the Leafs brass will want to find out.
Forum: Armchair-GMNov. 15 at 2:39 p.m.
Forum: Armchair-GMNov. 15 at 2:32 p.m.
Thread: It aint pretty but that blueline looks a lot better
<div class="quote"><div class="quote_t">Quoting: <b>mokumboi</b></div><div>They're four points out of a playoff spot with 68 games to play. That's nothing (and after they embarrass the Hawks tomorrow, it'll be two points).

And Binnington has played quite well this season, so I have no idea what you're talking about there. His numbers reflect how awful the team was in front of him during the losing streak. They literally kicked or gloved SEVEN goals in on him over his first nine starts of the season. And that doesn't even count all the back door tap ins they were allowing every night.</div></div>

We will see. American Thanksgiving is a week away, and we know what it means being on the outside at that point. Statistically tough to get in.

I had the Blue winning that division. Don't think I don't realize how good that team can be. But as of right now...... they have teams.to jump; and good Ines at that.
Forum: Armchair-GMNov. 15 at 2:28 p.m.
Thread: It aint pretty but that blueline looks a lot better
<div class="quote"><div class="quote_t">Quoting: <b>dannibalcorpse</b></div><div>-If the Blues stay out of the playoff picture, this value is probably fair. They might ask for a different body than Gaudette, but I can't see them getting much more than a mid-rounder for Acciari.

-Isles pass on this. Bolduc has finally shown the offensive spark that made him a 2nd round pick, and still is only just turning 22. I feel like his development this year puts him in a position where they Islanders are only trading him as part of a package for a top-6 winger.

-I think the value is there - Winnipeg has been playing well and adding Kerfoot would upgrade their middle-6. I might flip the pick swap to being more advantageous to the Jets, but I can see a potential deal here.

-Kulikov deal is probably the most slam-dunk of a deal here. Anaheim got him for free and if they can get him to waive and get back an asset, it's a huge win for them. I do wonder if the fact that he's finally figured out how to contribute offensively inflates his value at the deadline, but even if you have to bump that pick to a 2nd, I think he's worth it.</div></div>

I had a very hard time assessing Bolduc. Why, if you read my reasoning, I brought it up. He looks great in Bridgeport, no doubt. But, it has been a few years to get here - injuries noted.

My thought process simply lies that if the deal is right. Pelech and Romanov I don't think are going anywhere, and Bolduc does have top 4 potential. He could be buried on the Island, in the sense of ice time hindering what he can really do.
Forum: Armchair-GMNov. 15 at 2:22 p.m.
Thread: It aint pretty but that blueline looks a lot better
<div class="quote"><div class="quote_t">Quoting: <b>mokumboi</b></div><div>Pump the brakes, tiger. The Blues have no won three straight including back to back in Vegas and Colorado. There's no great re-tool on the horizon, folks.

And bro, Gaudette is beyond worthless. Not a fit for the Blues at all.</div></div>

<div class="quote"><div class="quote_t">Quoting: <b>Db1899</b></div><div>I don't think Abruzzese has top 6 upside and he's already 23 and not a PPG in the AHL. The isles have someone similar to him with higher upside , Ruslan Iskhakov , who leads all AHL rookies in scoring, With Iskhakov, Raty and Holmstrom due for NHL looks within the next year this trade doesn't make sense. If the isles were trading Bolduc it would have to be someone a bit younger like Hirvonen or minten</div></div>

Thank you for that input. Frankly, given the amount of bodies the Leafs have up front, moving Hirvonen or Minten is a.place I gom