Around the League '16-'17 Stanley Cup Final Edition

[Kingsfan1]

Lol yeah I know he sucks

 

[KingsHockey24]

Yakupov wasn't qualified so he will be a UFA . Wow.

Worth a shot ?

We need a Russian on the team so yeah, why not.

 

[kingsholygrail]

I wouldn't mind kicking the tires on Yakupov if he's willing to play for peanuts.

 

[Ziggy Stardust]

I don't see where they fit Yakupov in the lineup, unless he gets the Setoguchi deal.

 

[Bandit]

Paul Kariya in the HOF? Why?

 

[deeshamrock]

Pittsburgh Post Gazette reporting the Pens are hunting for a 3C because Bonino is looking for 'more than a moderate raise' over the 1.9 he's making now.
And with as many teams eyeing centers, he'll get it too.



http://mynhltraderumors.com/nhl-rum...oking-for-depth-at-center-defense/2017/06/26/

“I would say

is the priority now,†Rutherford said. “We have to see what Nick [Bonino]’s going to do. We’ve been talking to him and his agent. Hopefully we can figure out something there, but if not we have some options that we’ll be comfortable with.â€Â​

also

Pierre LeBrunâ€ÂVerified account @PierreVLeBrun 56m56 minutes ago

Hearing Joe Thornton's camp has heard from a dozen teams so far... obviously San Jose remains the top wish. But interesting week ahead...


and that the Blue Jackets aren't done w/the top 6, still want to add a top center.
(doesn't everybody...)​

 

[deeshamrock]

Yakupov wasn't qualified so he will be a UFA . Wow.

Worth a shot ?

For a show me contract under 1M, and given how his reputation is sinking fast, he'll be lucky to get that.

 

[deeshamrock]

http://mynhltraderumors.com/nhl-rum...oking-for-depth-at-center-defense/2017/06/26/

Hab news

Habs reportedly offered Galenchenyuk a 3 of 4 yr deal and talks are heading the right way.

Markov would like a 2 yr deal for 7M . Would like to stay in Montreal but will talk to other teams . Teams interested are reportedly, Oilers, Leafs and devils

also
Jets had deal for a goalie over the weekend that fell thru
GM Kevin Cheveldayoff expects to be very active on July 1


David Pagnotta†@TheFourthPeriod 12m12 minutes ago

Cody Franson getting plenty of calls, too. Coming off a 2-year contract, suspect he's looking for more term on his next deal.



Darren Dregerâ€ÂVerified account @DarrenDreger

Flames remain interested in re-signing Kris Versteeg. However, multiple teams have reached out with July 1 looming.

 

[KINGS17]

Paul Kariya in the HOF? Why?

I'm certain Kariya is in the HOF on Stevens' highlight reel.

 

[Bandit]

I'm certain Kariya is in the HOF on Stevens' highlight reel.

I mean, I guess he was (exactly) PPG over a nearly 1000 game career but I don't know, when I think of him I just don't think HOF. I give him a lot of credit for coming back after that hit even though they would have never let him in today's game (rightfully so). I believe he scored a goal later in a that same game too, did he not?

 

[Ziggy Stardust]

I mean, I guess he was (exactly) PPG over a nearly 1000 game career but I don't know, when I think of him I just don't think HOF. I give him a lot of credit for coming back after that hit though. I believe he scored a goal later in a that same game too, did he not?

He did. This clip includes the hit and the goal.


As much as I dislike the Ducks, that was probably one of the most memorable moments in playoff history. I did not expect him to comeback, let alone score a goal that helped them get to Game 7.

Aside from a Stanley Cup, his resume is pretty impressive with Olympic Gold and Silver, World Junior Championship, World Championship, and an NCAA Championship.

It's a shame that concussions cut his career short. All thanks to that cheap *******, Gary Suter.

 

[raswilliam]

Pierre LeBrunâ€ÂVerified account @PierreVLeBrun 56m56 minutes ago

Hearing Joe Thornton's camp has heard from a dozen teams so far... obviously San Jose remains the top wish. But interesting week ahead...

 

[Bandit]

That hit from Stevens was a ********** move as well. WAY late. Stevens wouldn't last a month in today's league with the type of hits he threw.

"Off the floor and on the board!" Great call by Thorne, forgot about that.

 

[KINGS17]

I mean, I guess he was (exactly) PPG over a nearly 1000 game career but I don't know, when I think of him I just don't think HOF. I give him a lot of credit for coming back after that hit even though they would have never let him in today's game (rightfully so). I believe he scored a goal later in a that same game too, did he not?

You are correct. Kariya scored a goal not too long after the hit by Stevens. Great showing of guts and courage on his part.

 

[KINGS17]

He did. This clip includes the hit and the goal.


As much as I dislike the Ducks, that was probably one of the most memorable moments in playoff history. I did not expect him to comeback, let alone score a goal that helped them get to Game 7.

Aside from a Stanley Cup, his resume is pretty impressive with Olympic Gold and Silver, World Junior Championship, World Championship, and an NCAA Championship.

It's a shame that concussions cut his career short. All thanks to that cheap *******, Gary Suter.

If I remember correctly, Gary Suter injured Paul Kariya more than once with a hit to the head.

Kariya had a fine career. Not sure he is a HOF'er though.

 

[ScoreZeGoals]

McPhee continues to get low value in his deals

 

[BigKing]

Methot would of looked nice as a Doughty partner for the next two seasons with his contract going away in time for Drew's raise.

A 2020 2nd and a 7th round draft pick from the recent draft? Gross.

 

[deeshamrock]

Darren Dregerâ€ÂVerified accountï‚™ @DarrenDreger · 1m1 minute ago

Stars are thrilled to land Methot. Now, focus shifts to forwards. I can see Justin Williams as a player of interest in Dallas.


Upgraded the backend with Bishop and Methot and their not done yet...



Bob McKenzieâ€ÂVerified accountï‚™ @TSNBobMcKenzie · 5m5 minutes ago

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Brett Connolly has agreed to terms on a two-year deal with WSH. AAV of $1.5M.

 

[kovacro]

McPhee continues to get low value in his deals

He drafted too many defenseman that are on deals that would require waivers should they be sent down so he kind of backed himself into a corner. The other GMs aren't going to give up solid assets knowing McPhee has surplus defenseman he needs to move out.

 

[SFKingshomer]

Kings should trade a 7th in 2024 to get Mcnabb back

 

[deeshamrock]

A little late but perfectly stated 'dysfunctionally existing' (Ward commenting on the AZ press release on the 22nd that TIppett and the Yotes mutually agreed to part ways.


Aaron Wardâ€ÂVerified accountï‚™ @NHL_AaronWard · Jun 22
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What an absolute debacle.."Mutually AGREED"?? How's that what they used to describe this. Maybe "Dysfunctionally existing'.Sorry Yotes fans

 

[johnjm22]

Methot's 4.9M cap hit is probably the reason his value was so low.

It's not that bad for Vegas though. They're not going to be good now so what's the point of keeping Methot? They continue to stagger draft picks over the next 3 years. They now have 7 2nd round picks in the next 3 drafts.

I know if I owned VGK I wouldn't want to pay Methot that 4.9M.

 

[Stimpythecat]

I agree with john. Vegas is not going to be good for a few years. So there is no real point in keeping methot at that price. Given his age, trade him for futures.

 

[BigKing]

It's just that it seemed he would be worth more to Ottawa than what Dallas traded for him.

 

[Stimpythecat]

Perhaps so. I'm not disagreeing with the decision to trade him though.