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2017 Offseason Thread 4.0 - Free Agent Frenzy Time

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On NHL Radio today they were talking about FA since 2008. They had the most and least active teams for July 1.

Guess who was #1? New York Rangers (with 48 signings I believe) shocker, huh?

And last since 2008? Your LA Kings with 12 July 1 signings.

Shocking, right? I'm not getting my hopes up for any FA signing. I honestly think the only way to really improve this roster is through trades, but can't see how they can accomplish that without getting kinda lucky. They will probably sign a couple depth types this FA season, but nothing that really is a huge help.

The most potential is Joe, but it also could end bad if Joe is out of gas. If he is fed up with the way he's been treated by Wilson and the Sharks, maybe he comes to the Kings just to spite them, but it's unlikely we upgrade significantly tomorrow.
 
Irriducibile said:
http://www.sportsnet.ca/hockey/nhl/30-thoughts-trade-value-first-round-pick/

Goalie market: there is a lot of expectation of Ryan Miller to Anaheim for approximately $1 million, although I’m not sure if bonuses will be added to that.


If that's true, we should try to get him. $1 million is nothing, he could be solid as a 25-game backup. Zatkoff makes 900K and may be the worst goalie in the league.
And yes, I read the bonus thing.
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For that price, I'd totally do it, but it really sounds too low.Miller may want more than a 1 year deal.
 
I think Scuds was a July 1 signing. Best of the bunch by far.

Just taking a peak at their board, Sharks fans now saying JT and PM will stay in SJ per something heard via NHLXM.

Guess we'll likely find out tomorrow.
 
Mitchell and Scuds. :handclap:

Will see what happens. So many conflicting stories about thornton and Marleau. Won't be shocked if they choose to stay in San Jose.
 
Long time lurker here.. But I hope the kings land Thornton. The team really needs him.
 
Sol said:
Long time lurker here.. But I hope the kings land Thornton. The team really needs him.
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The beer is in the fridge and the nuts are all over the Board!
 
Ok I stole again dean's phone about an hour ago to prevent any stupid signings.




What? Darn! Now I off to get Blake's phone.
 
Haha thanks for invite! Anyways, I do hold out hope we sign Thornton. It'd be great if it happened.
 
I'm gonna call it now - Blake signs at least 2 players including Joe Thornton. He's gonna round out a great offseason with something LA has rarely done - sign a top FA. He's gonna put his stamp on this roster.

kovacro said:
I think Scuds was a July 1 signing. Best of the bunch by far.

Just taking a peak at their board, Sharks fans now saying JT and PM will stay in SJ per something heard via NHLXM.

Guess we'll likely find out tomorrow.
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Overpaid a little, but that's the type of player you overpay for.
 
Reclamation Project said:
I'm gonna call it now - Blake signs at least 2 players including Joe Thornton. He's gonna round out a great offseason with something LA has rarely done - sign a top FA. He's gonna put his stamp on this roster.



Overpaid a little, but that's the type of player you overpay for.
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But who's a top UFA aside from Thornton?
 
Reaper45 said:
Laugh, but Klatt was a good signing.
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I actually did like the chemistry he displayed with Luc Robitaille and Derek Armstrong. The problem is that the Kings (namely Leiweke) gave the impression that the Kings would be pursuing a top six forward, and Klatt turned out to be that forward.

At least he was a hell of a lot more productive than Erik Rasmussen...
 
I'd try yakupov for cheap. Kids still only 23. 17 goals in 48 games in his first season still looks pretty sexy (shame about the rest) He has the skill for top 6.


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He could also have a bee in his bonnet with the oilers and how successful the new kids have been


http://thehockeywriters.com/6-potential-nail-yakupov-landing-spots/

Los Angeles Kings

The Los Angeles Kings could use some scoring help. While the team has big names like Anze Kopitar, Jeff Carter, Tanner Pearson, Tyler Toffoli and Marian Gaborik who can produce offense, secondary scoring will be key to the Kings success in the 2017-18 season. Adding a player like Yakupov on an inexpensive deal, or even a PTO could benefit the club as they share a similar goal to the young winger – returning to prominence.



With the Kings making changes to their front office, they could look to Yakupov to provide some valuable depth to their team. Change is very clearly afoot in Los Angeles, and with that, an opportunity could be there for the taking for Yakupov as he looks to find his place in the NHL after a very disappointing start to what originally promised to be a superstar-quality career. Signing a player with the potential that Yakupov in a role that wouldn’t put much pressure on him is something that the Kings could look to do as they look to compete in stacked division and conference.
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