Boston Bruins ‘22-‘23 Bruins roster and trade proposals discussions.

[WhalerTurnedBruin55]

I figured that depth guy was Stralman


Things change, defensemen get hurt, teams cap situation shifts, money can be witheld in a trade.

I know things change, the question I'm asking, what has changed since then to right now. Because it seems with McAvoy almost ready, the time they need move salary has changed from hypothetical to soon.

My question with this, where would a realistic landing spots for Reilly (or whomever we move) be? Bruins need to do this sooner than later,

 

[goldnblack]

If there's a plan to trade for a true quality C prospect (a hockey trade as Dom put it), then and only then do I accept trading Gryz (lol that #48 post). I think a lot of you guys are casually ignoring how ridiculously good that 3.7M cap hit is. He's getting north of 5.25M on his next deal, arguably not from us. So I had him being traded eventually anyway. So that would be what it would take for me.

Of stuff that's been mentioned in the last few pages:

-No they aren't moving Foligno
-No Zacha isn't gonna play on the 4th
-No I doubt Lysell comes up this year (call that 95% sure)

-Yes they probably don't miss Smith in the lineup or locker room
-Yes they probably do need Reilly's depth more

I guess it's going to happen soon thankfully. They probably want the guys to stop feeling like the axe is overhead anyway. Time to get a lineup we're comfortable with and go to war.

 

[WhalerTurnedBruin55]

If there's a plan to trade for a true quality C prospect (a hockey trade as Dom put it), then and only then do I accept trading Gryz (lol that #48 post). I think a lot of you guys are casually ignoring how ridiculously good that 3.7M cap hit is. He's getting north of 5.25M on his next deal, arguably not from us. So I had him being traded eventually anyway. So that would be what it would take for me.

Of stuff that's been mentioned in the last few pages:

-No they aren't moving Foligno
-No Zacha isn't gonna play on the 4th
-No I doubt Lysell comes up this year (call that 95% sure)

-Yes they probably don't miss Smith in the lineup or locker room
-Yes they probably do need Reilly's depth more

I guess it's going to happen soon thankfully. They probably want the guys to stop feeling like the axe is overhead anyway. Time to get a lineup we're comfortable with and go to war.

For discussion purposes, let's say it is Smith and/or Reilly as the oddmen out.

What teams have a need for either right now? Either due to roster/injuries/NHL prospects not sticking?

We all obvious keep an eye on what the Bruins need, but any teams have any glaring holes that we could help?

 

[GlenFeatherstone]

Smith and Reilly should be the first 2 guys out the door. I like some of the internal candidates to fill in on the right side bottom 6 to replace Smith. Reilly maybe they eat $500k a year or add a mid round pick sweetener to him to make it happen. Reilly is not terrible. He will help a new teams defense.

If they could deal both guys now I’d do it. I know cap wise right now they wouldn’t need to deal both just one, but I would free up the space as soon as possible and the other guys on the roster can do the job both guys have done.

 

[13Hockey]

Mac is very close it sounds

 

[goldnblack]

For discussion purposes, let's say it is Smith and/or Reilly as the oddmen out.

What teams have a need for either right now? Either due to roster/injuries/NHL prospects not sticking?

We all obvious keep an eye on what the Bruins need, but any teams have any glaring holes that we could help?

As per usual there's always a way to overcome need with incentive. The sabres, yotes, ducks and others have ample cap space. In the event we can't find the fit, we'll bribe the fit with a pick. Although with Buffalo and Reilly, that may be a natural fit.

With Smith? Yeah we're probably going to need to pay someone off. Although Dom doesn't think that'll happen, and I've learned to trust Dom.

 

[bbfan419]

Bruins lack of C depth , probably the reason they dont want to trade him

But I agree... it is an option. You can drop Frederic to play 4c

There is also McLaughlin who could be brought up to center the 4th line.

 

[sarge88]

For discussion purposes, let's say it is Smith and/or Reilly as the oddmen out.

What teams have a need for either right now? Either due to roster/injuries/NHL prospects not sticking?

We all obvious keep an eye on what the Bruins need, but any teams have any glaring holes that we could help?

Chicago just lost Seth Jones for 3-4 weeks. They're playing better than expected and might need an offensive type defenseman to help while he's out.

 

[JCRO]

Mac close. Krejci out Tues/Thurs. Hope he isnt out long.

Want to see this team at 100 percent (what ever that looks like lol).

 

[Blowfish]

The move is gonna be coming soon



I think Reilly is the guy there moving

Frederic out / on zero line is interesting...trade bait.

 

[Kegs]

way too early to be trading anyone.....

They have to trade someone so they can activate mcAvoy

 

[Dellstrom]

Frederic out is interesting...trade bait.

Everyone in the bottom 6 except Coyle has taken turns sitting so I don’t think it’s too unordinary - he also wouldn’t clear too much cap. But I do think he may be in Stud’s position where Greer can do his job better and he’d likely be claimed. May be another project for project trade or a take what we can get. Not sure what his future is here and too many bodies.

 

[Blowfish]

Everyone in the bottom 6 except Coyle has taken turns sitting so I don’t think it’s too unordinary - he also wouldn’t clear too much cap. But I do think he may be in Stud’s position where Greer can do his job better and he’d likely be claimed. May be another project for project trade or a take what we can get. Not sure what his future is here and too many bodies.

Everyone in the bottom 6 except Coyle has taken turns sitting so I don’t think it’s too unordinary - he also wouldn’t clear too much cap. But I do think he may be in Stud’s position where Greer can do his job better and he’d likely be claimed. May be another project for project trade or a take what we can get. Not sure what his future is here and too many bodies.

Agreed...

Greer, Lauko, McLovin, Beecher, etc...can easily step in and replace Frederic. Trade makes sense.

 

[sarge88]

Frederic out / on zero line is interesting...trade bait.

Reilly and Frederic to Chicago for Khaira and a pick or prospect.

Saves the B's 2.0 -- gives Chicago a guy who can help with the PP while Jones is out and gives them a younger LW replacement for Khaira in the bottom 6, and gives the B's cap space and a bigger, tougher version of Frederic.

 

[Tbaybruin]

It's baffling to me people advocating for Zboril over Gryz. Zboril has to be one of the dumbest players I've ever seen wear a spoked B. He makes half a dozen boneheaded plays a game.

I'll take Gryz and his skating and skill over Zboril any day.

Post of the month. Nice

 

[BlackFrancis]

Reilly and Frederic to Chicago for Khaira and a pick or prospect.

Saves the B's 2.0 -- gives Chicago a guy who can help with the PP while Jones is out and gives them a younger LW replacement for Khaira in the bottom 6, and gives the B's cap space and a bigger, tougher version of Frederic.

I always liked Khaira and am generally dismissive about head injury pearl clutching, but Khaira's had some of the scariest looking concussions I've ever witnessed.

Not sure I want to see that guy bruise his last remaining synapses while wearing the spoked B.

 

[quietbruinfan]

I don’t know, I haven’t really been impressed with his game so far this season. If they have to choose between him or Reilly I’m probably keeping Reilly. Zboril’s been a pretty big disappointment so keeping Reilly adds some insurance if Zboril doesn’t improve. When Marchand and Krejci are back there’s not really a place for Smith anymore. Zacha will move to the third line and there’s nobody in the bottom six that he would be pushing out unless it’s Frederic/Greer but he’s not much better than either one and he’s getting the most money.

 

[The Andrew Peeke Fan]

I don't see how it'd be possible to turn anything involving Smith, where he isn't an afterthought, into a decent C prospect.

 

[neelynugs]

I figured that depth guy was Stralman

could be. i'd like to have 9 capable NHL defenders, so adding another solid depth guy for a mid round
pick or prospect would be ideal.

 

[shelbysdad]

As per usual there's always a way to overcome need with incentive. The sabres, yotes, ducks and others have ample cap space. In the event we can't find the fit, we'll bribe the fit with a pick. Although with Buffalo and Reilly, that may be a natural fit.

With Smith? Yeah we're probably going to need to pay someone off. Although Dom doesn't think that'll happen, and I've learned to trust Dom.

BUT BUT BUT....we can't trade Reilly in our division....what if he comes baack to haunt us? LMAO

 

[MarchysNoseKnows]

could be. i'd like to have 9 capable NHL defenders, so adding another solid depth guy for a mid round
pick or prospect would be ideal.

How are you trading a mid round pick or prospect for someone who plays in the AHL? Can only roster 8.

 

[quietbruinfan]

Fabulous Lysell, First of all good screenname. Second, good argument about Reilly, who I do prefer to Zboril. However, in my ideal world they are both long gone.
As for the rest, Smith is still better than TF, who shows flashes of talent, but is neither smart nor good defensively. I am not wild about Greer either. He has a good snapshot and good size but slightly below average hands and speed. Zacha sees the ice well, passes well, has a good drag snapshot but is definitely slow, and I think, lazy.

 

[MarchysNoseKnows]

Fabulous Lysell, First of all good screenname. Second, good argument about Reilly, who I do prefer to Zboril. However, in my ideal world they are both long gone.
As for the rest, Smith is still better than TF, who shows flashes of talent, but is neither smart nor good defensively. I am not wild about Greer either. He has a good snapshot and good size but slightly below average hands and speed. Zacha sees the ice well, passes well, has a good drag snapshot but is definitely slow, and I think, lazy.

You don’t like anyone. We get it lol.

 

[sarge88]

I always liked Khaira and am generally dismissive about head injury pearl clutching, but Khaira's had some of the scariest looking concussions I've ever witnessed.

Not sure I want to see that guy bruise his last remaining synapses while wearing the spoked B.

Fair point. I was just trying to come up with bottom 6 for bottom 6 moves that could benefit both teams. Chicago gets younger, the Bruins get a closer version of what we hope Frederic might be.

 

[Dizzay]

Reilly + Smith to Anaheim.
We dont need either of them once McAvoy come back.
Unfortunately, neither player is likely in high demand with the Ducks.....or any other team.