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If LA is buying, an interesting name is Sobotka for our 3C. Wouldn't cost a tun since he's an expiring contract.
If LA is buying, an interesting name is Sobotka for our 3C. Wouldn't cost a tun since he's an expiring contract.
3. New coach. I didn't say much when he was hired as everyone deserves a shot. I like what Blake has done with acquisitions so far and trust him in the future. Unfortunately I think in going with Stevens, he provides to much old regime coaching to this team and the team has become very readable or productive.
I question some of his lineup choices and who he uses in certain situations. There is a difference from sutter but still many similarities. In the past the team could rely on a defense first system as we had the dmen to do it and 4 lines of responsible forwards that could aid led by 4 stud centers in their slotted roles.
I believe we need a coach that brings in a whole new philosophy. Horses like Kopitar, Carter, Lewis will will always play great D as it is engrained in them. We need guys that let loose and play more free.
We need a coach that allows some creativity. I love watching Kempe. Grab puck push hard into other teams zone. No drop pass crap.
He's going to cost more than we'd like.I dunno if the Blues deal him. They are a pretty good club and should be in the playoffs.
I'd look more toward a guy like Pageau out of Ottawa. 25 years old and has 3 years left on his deal at just over a shade over $3 million. He's a solid player, had a nice playoff last season. Maybe see what his price is in a package with a guy like Ceci.
Kane Bogosian at 4 million for Pearson Folin gravel and a 2nd in 19
If Blake is smart he won't deal for any pending ufa.
While I know that we all hope that Blake doesn't make the same mistakes DL made with Sekera + Lucic, I'm a bit scared that if the team doesn't at least make the post season that Doughty isn't going to resign.
I think if he got healthy that would go a long way to him actually playing up to his ability. We have had this sorta situation before with Mitchell williams handzus etc I would be willing to bet the cali sunshine would have a positive effect on himBoy if the likes of Muzzin and Amart get bashed by King fans would love to hear what would be posted he on Bogosian as he is not a good defenseman at all.
I agree and that’s the scary part. That could make Blake desperate enough to where he makes deals he knows he shouldn’t be doing.
Blake needs to make a move now if he wants the Kings to make the playoffs. By the time Carter comes back mid- to late- February, it will be too late, and his impact wont even be felt until 5 games in. The future of this franchise is on the line this season. If we don't make the playoffs, say goodbye to Doughty and start the rebuild. As much as a hate wasting a first rounder again, we really have no choice. Need to get an impact rental now (if possible). Someone like Maroon and Kane will definitely give us a boost.
On defense, I wouldn't hold my breath on a trade being available. Nearly every team in the NHL would love to get a "top 4 defenseman" and trades for one are rare. I hope that LaDue can take care of that job. If not, we just have to deal with what we have and try to improve our forwards.
I dunno, he's in year 1. He's essentially got carte blanche this year at least I would imagine. Won't really start feeling the heat until next year. Average GM term is 5 years, median is 3.5-4. With a player with as much goodwill in the org as Blake, he's got some time before panic moves I think.
I think if he got healthy that would go a long way to him actually playing up to his ability. We have had this sorta situation before with Mitchell williams handzus etc I would be willing to bet the cali sunshine would have a positive effect on him
I have watched him a little probably not as much as you have granted. From what i have seen his health is the biggest concern If he was healthy his mobility would be a little better and i think his game would improve. Now there is no guarantee that he will get healthy here however i note that there have been several kings in the past that seem to turn there injury plugged careers around here. William Mitchell Handzus all come to mind. Yes this is a risk but risks can turn out good as the one i mention have.Have you watched him at all. My best buddy is from a Buffalo so I watch most of their games. The guy is slow and often puts himself in a bad defensive position or on the wrong side of the guy he is covering. Personally I don’t think he adds anything to our team and on a good team should be a bottom pair guy. The only thing that has been impressive about Bogo is where he was drafted and that was a big mistake.
I have watched him a little probably not as much as you have granted. From what i have seen his health is the biggest concern If he was healthy his mobility would be a little better and i think his game would improve. Now there is no guarantee that he will get healthy here however i note that there have been several kings in the past that seem to turn there injury plugged careers around here. William Mitchell Handzus all come to mind. Yes this is a risk but risks can turn out good as the one i mention have.
Don't see Blake or Luc making the DL mistakes of the past , sacrificing the future for a quick fix rental. It won't make them a contender, and it would weaken them as a team. They're not good enough to compete for the WC or SC, yet. But if they draft right, build right, the ywill be. Unless the top 4 D coming back is young , non rental wit ha good paper, and even then I don't see them giving up a first, esp in a draft year that is loaded with skilled d, esp Swedish D.
By what I've been reading/hearing, they have been trying to get a top 4 D, but the price is 'steep', a top line forward. I do think they will make a move, but not one that involves giving up draft picks. That is a step backwards.
There are players that other GM's have to move as well, so they might find a good partner for a fair trade.
Don't see Blake or Luc making the DL mistakes of the past , sacrificing the future for a quick fix rental. It won't make them a contender, and it would weaken them as a team. They're not good enough to compete for the WC or SC, yet. But if they draft right, build right, the ywill be. Unless the top 4 D coming back is young , non rental wit ha good paper, and even then I don't see them giving up a first, esp in a draft year that is loaded with skilled d, esp Swedish D.
By what I've been reading/hearing, they have been trying to get a top 4 D, but the price is 'steep', a top line forward. I do think they will make a move, but not one that involves giving up draft picks. That is a step backwards.
There are players that other GM's have to move as well, so they might find a good partner for a fair trade.