2023-2024 Blues Multi-Purpose Thread

[Mike Liut]

Barring any big trades, FA signings or major defensive improvements with Julian and Bannister having time with the roster in camp, this team could very well be worse in the standings than the previous season. I feel like that would go a long way to improving the future core.

Could be worse if Binny doesn’t steal 15 games again.

 

[TheOrganist]

Could be worse if Binny doesn’t steal 15 games again.

This is actually a worthwhile point. At the end of the day, there is a floor on much this team can sink in the standings if you are getting top 5 goaltending.

 

[BrokenFace]

Barring any big trades, FA signings or major defensive improvements with Julian and Bannister having time with the roster in camp, this team could very well be worse in the standings than the previous season. I feel like that would go a long way to improving the future core.

If we trade Buch, do nothing to the defense, and only bring in mid to low level FAs to fill out the roster, I think we'd be looking at another 10th OA at next year's draft.

 

[Mike Liut]

If we trade Buch, do nothing to the defense, and only bring in mid to low level FAs to fill out the roster, I think we'd be looking at another 10th OA at next year's draft.

That wouldn’t be the worst thing in the world. One more down year before we start making our ascend

 

[TheOrganist]

Would we have any interest in Adam Boqvist on a cheap deal? Still young and just got bought out.

 

[tfriede2]

Barring any big trades, FA signings or major defensive improvements with Julian and Bannister having time with the roster in camp, this team could very well be worse in the standings than the previous season. I feel like that would go a long way to improving the future core.

Agreed. If it happens and we’re slated to pick top 10 by the deadline, maybe we try to ship off

Would we have any interest in Adam Boqvist on a cheap deal? Still young and just got bought out.

No more reclamation projects for me.

 

[bleedblue1223]

I don't think Boqvist is worth it, Kessel should get those minutes anyway.

 

[Vladys Gumption]

Schmidt would make more sense to me than Boqvist on a short term deal. Especially if we could find a way to get rid of Krug.

 

[bleedblue1223]

Friedman saying some teams think we'll be aggressive in free agency. Could be time to buckle up.

 

[542365]

Friedman saying some teams think we'll be aggressive in free agency. Could be time to buckle up.

What would Army gain by publicly saying the opposite? Leverage in trade or something?

 

[Majorityof1]

Friedman saying some teams think we'll be aggressive in free agency. Could be time to buckle up.

I haven't even paid close attention to the free agent crop, because I did not expect us to be active. if we are, so much for sticking to the plan of acquiring 26 and under players on good deals.

 

[Snubbed4Vezina]

Friedman saying some teams think we'll be aggressive in free agency. Could be time to buckle up.

That's concerning considering the talent in this year's free agent pool.

 

[bleedblue1223]

What would Army gain by publicly saying the opposite? Leverage in trade or something?

Temper fan expectations if he doesn't land certain deals.

 

[Drubilly]

After Army whipped out his actuary calculator and said they’re saving real dollars, I immediately thought of Krug’s hefty upcoming salary. I wonder if they’re eating some of that real cheddar to move Krug and actually get something of worth in return. Just me speculating in the pool and sun. No IPAs though. Maybe a mojito soon. I’ll keep ya’ll posted

 

[Dr Robot]

I’m not sure which thread we are using to talk free agent stuff. I’m thinking we persue Monohan, Druin, and Teravainen. I also think we pick up another middle 6 guy in a trade.

 

[tfriede2]

I think Wennberg is the realistic target. Not saying I would agree with it, though.

 

[Reality Czech]

I think Wennberg is the realistic target. Not saying I would agree with it, though.

Yeah, I would agree Wennberg is more realistic than Monahan and Stephenson, who will likely get more offers. I can't see the Blues winning and bidding wars for the top guys, but we will pick off some mid-hanging fruit like we usually do.

I had the thought yesterday that I could see Edmundson brought back if they are looking for short-term veteran d-men. Or Perron. Or Bortuzzo. Or everyone, let's get the band back together!

 

[Mike Liut]

Let’s give Hayes’ money to Zadorov. I’d love to add some size and toughness on our back end.

 

[Beauterham]

Let’s give Hayes’ money to Zadorov. I’d love to add some size and toughness on our back end.

He's reportedly asking for way too much. IMO opinion he's not a top 4 defenseman, however would be a really nice 3rd pairing guy. Having said that: I'm not comfortable giving 5/6 million a year to a 3rd pairing guy.

 

[Mike Liut]

He's reportedly asking for way too much. IMO opinion he's not a top 4 defenseman, however would be a really nice 3rd pairing guy. Having said that: I'm not comfortable giving 5/6 million a year to a 3rd pairing guy.

I’d go 4x4 or possible 4.5 x4. Maybe 5 years. That’s my max offer.

 

[Kylester]

He's reportedly asking for way too much. IMO opinion he's not a top 4 defenseman, however would be a really nice 3rd pairing guy. Having said that: I'm not comfortable giving 5/6 million a year to a 3rd pairing guy.

We'll see if he gets the big offer he's looking for right away. If he doesn't get signed right away (first day of free agency), I'm guessing his price will come down.

Not saying we should absolutely sign him, but he is worth considering. I don't think he's Top 4 either.

 

[ChicagoBlues]

Let’s give Hayes’ money to Zadorov. I’d love to add some size and toughness on our back end.

No. Besides ill-advised hits, what else does he bring? His sharp dressed man panache is not enough.

 

[Mike Liut]

No. Besides ill-advised hits, what else does he bring? His sharp dressed man panache is not enough.

He’s big, he’s tough, he defends well, he can clear the crease. I’d like to get back to having a D that put some fear into teams

 

[Drubilly]

He’s big, he’s tough, he defends well, he can clear the crease. I’d like to get back to having a D that put some fear into teams

I’d rather pay Eddy half of that.

 

[Mike Liut]

I’d rather pay Eddy half of that.

Zadorov is a couple years younger and not as injury prone… i think. I don’t remember many injuries, but I can’t say I’ve followed extremely close. It seems Eddy has been hurt a lot recently.