Speculation: 2022 off-season discussion

[LJ7]

Good news

 

[DarkandStormy]

He was granted a leave of absence - indefinitely - and as soon as the regular season is over he's ready to play again? Bizarre.

 

[LJ7]

He was granted a leave of absence - indefinitely - and as soon as the regular season is over he's ready to play again? Bizarre.

I wouldn't look too deep in to it. I don't even think it's bizarre

 

[Bookker]

Why bizarre ?
That period has to come to an end one day or another...
Everyone is happy with this, the CBJ (he will play again at a good level before next season) and the player (he will play for his country)

 

[CBJx614]

He was granted a leave of absence - indefinitely - and as soon as the regular season is over he's ready to play again? Bizarre.

Whats bizarre about wanting to spend time with family(in a profession where he really doesnt get much free time to do so, especially living overseas) after the loss of a family member instead of coming back to a season thats already eliminated from contention to play some meaningless games?

What is important is that he feels ready to play and will get a nice warmup and start to the offseason in the worlds after taking some time off. He should be able to be fresh and hit the ground rolling by the time next season starts!

 

[CBJWerenski8]

 

[Monk]

Yeah I don't get the conspiracy theories on Texier at all. Weird contrast with the "don't rush 'em back too soon" crowd as well, though I'm not sure how many posters are falling in the middle of that venn diagram.

 

[makethesave]

I dont see it, I think both have way more potential and are younger than the Kukan/Harrington/Carlssons on the roster.

I think it would be a mistake to trade Boqvist so soon.

Certainly not saying I personally want that to happen, but look at the defense on the teams that are in the playoffs. Can't help but notice the size and strength of their Defenses. Teams seem to have one highly mobile, offensive defenseman in the lineup and rarely more than two. Of course, the others can skate, pass, and move the puck but they all have size and are physical. That's what we lack. Beyond Gavrikov and Peeke, there is a drop off and I think based on what we are all hearing is that will be an area to be addressed. We already have a special defenseman in Werenski that is our offensive defenseman. How many more does the team carry ?

 

[5th Line Fanatic]

I just read on his NHL.com bio that Jakob Chychrun's uncle is none other than former CBJ Captain Luke Richardson. That was news to me.

 

[CBJx614]

Certainly not saying I personally want that to happen, but look at the defense on the teams that are in the playoffs. Can't help but notice the size and strength of their Defenses. Teams seem to have one highly mobile, offensive defenseman in the lineup and rarely more than two. Of course, the others can skate, pass, and move the puck but they all have size and are physical. That's what we lack. Beyond Gavrikov and Peeke, there is a drop off and I think based on what we are all hearing is that will be an area to be addressed. We already have a special defenseman in Werenski that is our offensive defenseman. How many more does the team carry ?

I just don't see the defensive core as one where we have surplus talent. However are loaded with young potential wingers in the system. I think it's more likely one of them get moved for defensive help and some of the older dmen just won't get resigned when their contracts are up. Creates some battles for the 5/6 spots between a handful of guys outta camp

 

[Doggy]

Question about Blanks, what does a typical UDFA 24 year old college grad RFA get for his first NHL contract? He got $1.7 Million pro-rated to finish this season. Does that mean Jarmo has to give him at least $1.7 Million for 2022-2023? How is it structured? That'd be more than Boqvist is gonna get.

 

[VT]

One of, or both, Bean and Boqvist will be traded prior to training camp.

Probably yes.

 

[makethesave]

Question about Blanks, what does a typical UDFA 24 year old college grad RFA get for his first NHL contract? He got $1.7 Million pro-rated to finish this season. Does that mean Jarmo has to give him at least $1.7 Million for 2022-2023? How is it structured? That'd be more than Boqvist is gonna get.

His salary is $807,500. So to qualify him, the team needs to offer at least that plus (I think) 10% or 15% NHL salary. The team can also make it a two way contract with that being his NHL salary and an AHL salary. Of course, if he has a shrewd agent and the Management agrees, he can sign for more. But at least the qualifying offer will get to him.

 

[Doggy]

His salary is $807,500. So to qualify him, the team needs to offer at least that plus (I think) 10% or 15% NHL salary. The team can also make it a two way contract with that being his NHL salary and an AHL salary. Of course, if he has a shrewd agent and the Management agrees, he can sign for more. But at least the qualifying offer will get to him.

Gotcha...difference between cap hit and actual salary.

 

[EspenK]

Question about Blanks, what does a typical UDFA 24 year old college grad RFA get for his first NHL contract? He got $1.7 Million pro-rated to finish this season. Does that mean Jarmo has to give him at least $1.7 Million for 2022-2023? How is it structured? That'd be more than Boqvist is gonna get.

I guessed in a post earlier he'd get a 3 year deal around 2mm per year.That could be way off and Jarmo may try to ink him to a typical ELC around whatever the going rate is. Beause he did so well and everyone seeemd to be impressed I still think the higher amount is in play.

 

[Hello Johnny]

Alexandre Texier will return to hockey, suiting up in the World Championship

The other question that percolated was whether Texier no longer wanted to play for the Blue Jackets or play so far from home.

But Niiranen quickly dispelled that.

“Absolutely not,” he said. “I wanted to make sure of that, too, so last week I met him face-to-face in Zurich. I asked him, and he said, ‘Absolutely not. I love that city. I love the fans. The organization, they’ve treated me first class.’

“He’s really, really proud to be a Blue Jacket. He misses his teammates, loves to be around the boys. There’s nothing like that, about feeling welcome in the city or feeling good about being there. He really loves it.”

Texier seems like a great kid. Hopefully this puts to rest any worries about his commitment.

 

[EDM]

If Jarmo is looking for one of his earth shaking trades to obtain a high end defense man, I suspect it would be Bjork, a first round pick and Bean tha Jarmo would be dangling.

 

[VT]

If Jarmo is looking for one of his earth shaking trades to obtain a high end defense man, I suspect it would be Bjork, a first round pick and Bean tha Jarmo would be dangling.

I think Bjork + the 1th round is too much for a d-man if his name isn't Makar. Apart from the fact that Bjork's trade wouldn't probably be the happiest solution.

 

[Iron Balls McGinty]

Alexandre Texier will return to hockey, suiting up in the World Championship



Texier seems like a great kid. Hopefully this puts to rest any worries about his commitment.

However this is also to be noted.

"The burning question among Blue Jackets fans, of course, is whether Texier will be in training camp next fall. Both Kekalainen and Niiranen said they assume that is the plan, but Texier has not yet made that clear."

It is an encouraging sign but still a work in progress.

 

[BB88]

I think Bjork + the 1th round is too much for a d-man if his name isn't Makar. Apart from the fact that Bjork's trade wouldn't probably be the happiest solution.

You’re not getting a 1D for that.

Wingers are the worst trade value for Dmen

 

[DarkandStormy]

Pretty minor, but the team loses the rights to Markus Karlberg if they don't sign him by June 1st and they also lose the rights to Robbie Stucker and Peter Thome if they don't sign either by August 15th.

 

[majormajor]

If Jarmo is looking for one of his earth shaking trades to obtain a high end defense man, I suspect it would be Bjork, a first round pick and Bean tha Jarmo would be dangling.

If Jarmo wants to ice all rush-oriented scoring lines and give up on any semblance of forechecking ability, then sure trade Bjorkstrand. I would prefer if we go in the other direction and put Bjorkstrand and Texier together to put the puck behind opponents and drive long possessions. And go get Conor Garland while you're at it. I think teams with lines like that are much harder to play against compared to rush teams that quickly give you the puck back.

Bjorkstrand and Texier aren't good rush players. Interestingly Carolina's Martin Necas is in the opposite position. They are an all forecheck team and Necas isn't good at that and had a poor season as a result (per Canes fans). He's super skilled on the rush though so if we want to go all-in in that direction then a swap might be in order.

 

[VT]

If Jarmo wants to ice all rush-oriented scoring lines and give up on any semblance of forechecking ability, then sure trade Bjorkstrand. I would prefer if we go in the other direction and put Bjorkstrand and Texier together to put the puck behind opponents and drive long possessions. And go get Conor Garland while you're at it. I think teams with lines like that are much harder to play against compared to rush teams that quickly give you the puck back.

Bjorkstrand and Texier aren't good rush players. Interestingly Carolina's Martin Necas is in the opposite position. They are an all forecheck team and Necas isn't good at that and had a poor season as a result (per Canes fans). He's super skilled on the rush though so if we want to go all-in in that direction then a swap might be in order.

I'm against Bjork trade but he has a very good value that's he could be traded. Look, Jarmo and Lars will probably find spots for Chinakhov, Johnson and Marchenko. It means three wingers out. I doubt Laine (if resigns), Voracek will be traded. Robinson and Danforth aren't their concurrents, similar like Texier. There're 4 wingers minimum (if Boone plays center). And you knows Jarmo. But again, I hope Bjorkie belongs to untouchable guys.

 

[majormajor]

I'm against Bjork trade but he has a very good value that's he could be traded. Look, Jarmo and Lars will probably find spots for Chinakhov, Johnson and Marchenko. It means three wingers out. I doubt Laine (if resigns), Voracek will be traded. Robinson and Danforth aren't their concurrents, similar like Texier. There're 4 wingers minimum (if Boone plays center). And you knows Jarmo. But again, I hope Bjorkie belongs to untouchable guys.

Remember back in the day when rookies had to earn spots?

Let's just trade our best forwards and run a kindergarten instead. Forget this winning hockey games crap.

 

[Xoggz22]

Remember back in the day when rookies had to earn spots?

Let's just trade our best forwards and run a kindergarten instead. Forget this winning hockey games crap.

I don't see them moving Bjork and do think earning a spot and ice time is important to Lars. That said, I do also think they want to give chances to the young players. The guys that should be concerned are players like Bemstrom and Robinson (maybe Nyquist - but I think he's a huge value too). If they do move a guy like Bjork (again, my preference is not to), there is still a group a veterans in the room that can support the development, growth and next steps. I just happen to think Bjork is part of that group.