Boston Bruins 24-25 Roster/Cap thread XVI

[ranold26]

Marchand needs to be dealt and get a solid prospect and a 1st.
We’re not a playoff team, let alone one that can go on a run. SweeNeely need to be honest with ownership, players and the fans. Time to trade out aging guys and replenish the cupboard.

 

[Over the volcano]

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You'd think with scores like that, a player would project to more than a third line forward.

Kinda baffling they haven't given him a shot in the top 6 considering all the bodies they've moved through there. But then again they projected him as bottom six since the draft and said so at the time. Maybe some other clubs see he can offer more.

Maybe when they decide they're out of it they'll play him with Pastrnak for a week to bump up his trade value.

 

[22Brad Park]

Picks in the 35 to 50 range for Marchand?

Picks 33 to 48 are to non playoff teams. Would Marchand want that?

Would Bruins fans want that is what I am thinking.I would try to ship him to Colorado for their 2027 1st,b4 I would accept that deal.Brad is worth more then a couple 2nds to a team trying to win a Cup I would think.

 

[Son of Donegal]

Considering that our top six after Pasta is very much like a bottom six, they should definitely sell hard.

But, if you think Poitras and Lohrei are top 6 and top 4 players in the short term - you wouldn't sell THEM, at least, unless the return was for a player who contributes NOW. That's the difference between selling...and selling hard, in my opinion.

 

[Dr Quincy]

Picks in the 35 to 50 range for Marchand?

Picks 33 to 48 are to non playoff teams. Would Marchand want that?

Caps own their own 1st which could be anywhere from 28-32 plus they own the B's 2nd round pick which right now would be 47.

That's probably as close as I can get to the suggested return from that article.

 

[DominicT]

Caps own their own 1st which could be anywhere from 28-32 plus they own the B's 2nd round pick which right now would be 47.

That's probably as close as I can get to the suggested return from that article.

Yeah, I guess I got stuck on the couple of second round picks and was thinking more in back to back drafts.

Thanks.

 

[Dr Quincy]

Yeah, I guess I got stuck on the couple of second round picks and was thinking more in back to back drafts.

Thanks.

Either way I think it's irrelevant because I don't think they sell Marchand.

 

[bruins19]

Yeah, I guess I got stuck on the couple of second round picks and was thinking more in back to back drafts.

Thanks.

Two second round picks in the same draft has more appeal than in consecutive years (faster return), but if the draft this year is shallow after the top end of the first round, as some say, the appeal isn’t there for me at all.

 

[quietbruinfan]

But, if you think Poitras and Lohrei are top 6 and top 4 players in the short term - you wouldn't sell THEM, at least, unless the return was for a player who contributes NOW. That's the difference between selling...and selling hard, in my opinion.

You can sell even if they are good prospects. I would sell Lohrei. He is just too lacking physically and defensively. He isn't exactly superman offensively as he lacks a quality slapper.

I am on the fence about Poitras.

 

[GlenFeatherstone]

Picks in the 35 to 50 range for Marchand?

Picks 33 to 48 are to non playoff teams. Would Marchand want that?

Edmonton and Washington own picks in those range. Maybe them?

Edit: but you already answered that from the Dr. My apologies Dom.

 

[Bruin4]

Two second round picks in the same draft has more appeal than in consecutive years (faster return), but if the draft this year is shallow after the top end of the first as some say, the appeal isn’t there for me at all.

Marchand would bring back way more than that., two 2nds in a weak draft. McKenzie I believe it was said this years second round is comparable to other years 3rd round.

 

[Tbaybruin]

Draft pick,no
Draft picks + ,I'm at least listening
If he's not signed by the deadline he has to be moved,same goes for Frederic and Brazeau

Don’t want to move him but I’d you have to eat half his contact and add another player and get a top prospect.

 

[Hookslide]

too late? Guy is 28 yrs old


risk every signing

He will be 29 at the start of next season and a lot of miles on that body, and I am sure he will be looking for a seven-year deal and we have spent enough money on third line centers who will be 36 when contract expires, lets not repeat the same mistake.

 

[Kegs]

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You'd think with scores like that, a player would project to more than a third line forward.

I like his game. It’s pretty good overall. He will never be elite at anything but he is pretty good at everything. It’s a bit vanilla but it’s perfect for a 3rd line.

 

[PatriceBergeronFan]

He will be 29 at the start of next season and a lot of miles on that body, and I am sure he will be looking for a seven-year deal and we have spent enough money on third line centers who will be 36 when contract expires, lets not repeat the same mistake.

Not to mention a 2nd/3rd line center who may score 20 goals, 45 points, and miss 20 games.

Will be paid like a top 6 center similar to Lindholm I imagine. Stay well away Bruins.

 

[PatriceBergeronFan]

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You'd think with scores like that, a player would project to more than a third line forward.

I am surprised at the hockey IQ piece. Feels like a player who turns into a deer in headlights in the playoffs especially let alone the disappearing act in regular season.

 

[Hookslide]

I like Sullivan, a lot. He's experienced, knowledgable, innovative, respected...

A week a go I would be on board, buy now before any moves are made with anyone associated with team USA, they should be put on hold until we know what the hell went on with McAvoys injury, too much shit swirling around that situation. I know one guy who should be banned from entering Boston again that should be Bill Gurien, to much questions around that guy.

 

[22Brad Park]

A week a go I would be on board, buy now before any moves are made with anyone associated with team USA, they should be put on hold until we know what the hell went on with McAvoys injury, too much shit swirling around that situation. I know one guy who should be banned from entering Boston again that should be Bill Gurien, to much questions around that guy.

You think Sullivan would risk longterm injury to his son in law? Dr's miss things sometimes, its a known fact .Anyhow it is what it is.Would bother me more if Bruins were a Cup threat .Charlie will heal in due time.

 

[bruins19]

Marchand would bring back way more than that., two 2nds in a weak draft. McKenzie I believe it was said this years second round is comparable to other years 3rd round.

I completely agree. Not trading for picks.

 

[bruinmann77]

No need to add just get what you can in terms of picks

 

[UncleRico]

Marchand would return a first and a decent prospect if traded. With that said I highly doubt they trade him. The organization wants him to retire a career long bruin

 

[4ORRBRUIN]

Marchand would return a first and a decent prospect if traded. With that said I highly doubt they trade him. The organization wants him to retire a career long bruin

That means nothing in term of keeping a strong team on the ice. Sure, nice thing for the history books and all but he needs to be moved at the deadline if he's not signed period.

Im sure he would love to play a few more weeks/mouths if the Bruins are eliminated by then. No?

 

[Dr Hook]

I am surprised at the hockey IQ piece. Feels like a player who turns into a deer in headlights in the playoffs especially let alone the disappearing act in regular season.

I am surprised that they put him at 90 in compete/consistency. WTF are they watching?

 

[quietbruinfan]

You think Sullivan would risk longterm injury to his son in law? Dr's miss things sometimes, its a known fact .Anyhow it is what it is.Would bother me more if Bruins were a Cup threat .Charlie will heal in due time.

I think it is a blessing in disguise for the other shoulder and other nagging injuries to heal.

 

[FRyan4426]

This whole “they want Marchand to retire a Bruin” is the worst thing you can do for the organization. 63 is one of my favorite athletes of all time. You absolutely cannot not take advantage of his value in a trade. Yes it will suck to see him go but not improving the future of your team is worse.