Around the League - 2024-2025

[Stephen]

I think for there to be some sort of honest exploration of McDavid to Toronto you want to see the Leafs decisively outperform Oilers over the next two years. The worse the better for Edmonton and if they return to severe dysfunction that's perfect - he's gone to chase a legacy and everybody understands. I don't see it happening if he's cup(s) chasing.

Although if Marner is retained with an nmc then that honest exploration is probably short lived - maybe we lay low on nmc's altogether for a bit.

Yeah I would agree with that. Back around 2021-ish in the Canadian Division is the kind of competitive balance between Toronto and Edmonton that would favour us and pave the way for a McDavid pursuit… We shut down the Oilers every time we play them and are ahead in the pursuit of a championship. Since then they’ve really crept out and built a big lead. At first glance I don’t know if we have the pieces on D to close the gap again. But you never know.

 

[3blizzard4]

…..and here we go. Draisaitl signs with the Oilers - how does if affect the Leafs?

From Class A Dick Steve Simmons

This dudes hatred/obsession with everything Leafs is comical. I can just imagine him seething all the time.

 

[Menzinger]

McDavid to the Leafs in his prime would definitely be the dream and Draisaitl re-signing would seem to indicate they plan on sticking together in Edmonton at first glance, but so much could happen too. Edmonton wins a cup and it's mission accomplished, going home. Or Edmonton takes a step or two back and all bets are off. And the dark horse question is what kind of cap flexibility does Toronto carry into the offseason two years from now? They will have had to make a commitment or walk away from Marner by then, clouding the picture or leaving a big gap in the Toronto roster. Tavares could be gone or on a deep discount. Woll and Knies will be post current deals.

Lots of interesting questions to say the least .I'd imagine MLSE would do a full on blitz if McDavid even hinted at free agency

 

[Stephen]

Lots of interesting questions to say the least .I'd imagine MLSE would do a full on blitz if McDavid even hinted at free agency

I think they’re trying to lay some groundwork now with the ongoing Matthews and McDavid offseason schmoozing.

 

[MCR74]

With Leon signing, l doubt McDavid reaches FA. The Oilers will give him his money.

 

[Ianturnedbull]

Trade Winds Are Blowing...I can feel it coming...my dude.

 

[Fogelhund]

Trade Winds Are Blowing...I cab feel it coming...my dude.

Nah man... that's just gas.

 

[Leaf Rocket]

Hey guys, what are some of the things you all miss from CapFriendly compared to the current options? I posted a thread in the main boards but I know you guys are more active

 

[diehardleafsfan9878]

Senators sign forward Nikolay Kulemin, defenceman Calen Addison to PTOs – Sportsnet.ca

Kulemin making a comeback at 38? wild

 

[ULF_55]

Hey guys, what are some of the things you all miss from CapFriendly compared to the current options? I posted a thread in the main boards but I know you guys are more active

What part of CapFriendly & Capgeek set it apart?

I know people are looking for an alternative to Capfriendly and currently it is either PuckPedia or Capwages. Also shoutout to Capgeek, we miss you still :cry: What features do you miss or would want again that the websites aren't having currently or improve? Mods sorry if this is the wrong...

forums.hfboards.com

CapWages - NHL Salary Cap Data

CapWages provides the latest NHL salary cap data and player contracts.

capwages.com

Seems either I am learning more each use, or CapWages continues to make updates, bringing it closer to CapFriendly.

Haven't used all the features so other more experienced should have some suggestions?

 

[diehardleafsfan9878]

Imo puckpedia is a better site than capwages. Just has more information. It's also the site eliteprospects is referencing from now.

 

[Jojalu]

Senators sign forward Nikolay Kulemin, defenceman Calen Addison to PTOs – Sportsnet.ca

Kulemin making a comeback at 38? wild

Greatest news of the offseason. I had no idea he was still playing. I hope he makes it

 

[ULF_55]

Imo puckpedia is a better site than capwages. Just has more information. It's also the site eliteprospects is referencing from now.

Been there a few times but found it did not flow, but I was used to the Capfriendly flow.

 

[MSZ]

Greatest news of the offseason. I had no idea he was still playing. I hope he makes it

IIRC he has been playing in the K since he left Long Island.

 

[uncleben]

Been there a few times but found it did not flow, but I was used to the Capfriendly flow.

This about hits the nail on the head

Puckpedia has great info - but terrible flow

 

[weems]

This about hits the nail on the head

Puckpedia has great info - but terrible flow

Spotrac seems to be alright.

 

[Stephen]

Been there a few times but found it did not flow, but I was used to the Capfriendly flow.

If you're feeling nostalgic for Capfriendly, it lives on in spirit in the form of Salaryswish for the NBA...

Toronto Raptors - SalarySwish - NBA Salary Caps

Toronto Raptors salary, payroll, roster, salary cap, luxury tax, cap space, exceptions and draft pick details

www.salaryswish.com

 

[1specter]

Amid sexual assault case, ex-London Knights star appears to have exited hockey

The former London Knights star and NHLer now embroiled in a sexual assault case appears to have walked away from his hockey career.

lfpress.com

Good.

 

[Peasy]

Draisaitl bought a home next to McDavid’s off-season house so the two could train together during the summer,- Elliotte Friedman.

Yeah theres no chance McDavid is not reupping in Edmonton lol

 

[HolyCrap]

Draisaitl bought a home next to McDavid’s off-season house so the two could train together during the summer,- Elliotte Friedman.

Yeah theres no chance McDavid is not reupping in Edmonton lol

Yup. It’s a done deal.

 

[ULF_55]

Draisaitl bought a home next to McDavid’s off-season house so the two could train together during the summer,- Elliotte Friedman.

Yeah theres no chance McDavid is not reupping in Edmonton lol

So are they building a full size, indoor rink together?

 

[Legion34]

Draisaitl bought a home next to McDavid’s off-season house so the two could train together during the summer,- Elliotte Friedman.

Yeah theres no chance McDavid is not reupping in Edmonton lol

It’s better he is out west if not In Toronto.
Tampa. Florida. Boston. Rangers would all be options for him to go as a ufa.

Where is his offseason home? Don’t they go to Arizona?

 

[Ianturnedbull]

https://x.com/i/web/status/1833544872374243707

"Working on a move"?

 

[ULF_55]

https://x.com/i/web/status/1833544872374243707

"Working on a move"?

This isn't ground breaking.

https://thehockeynews.com/nhl/toronto-maple-leafs/latest-news/were-not-set-yet-is-brad-treliving-done-making-moves-before-maple-leafs-training-camp-opens-next-month

“To me, we've still got five weeks or so till camp. And, you know, we're not set yet. We continue to look at ways to make our team better," Treliving responded. "I said at the end of the year we're going to look at everything. Sometimes people fall in love with ' 'let's make a big change just to make a big change'. At the end of the day, you can go out and make big changes. If they're not making your team better, to me it doesn't make any sense to just make a change just to stand up and say 'look at it, we made this big change.'"

 

[PromisedLand]

LMAO

https://x.com/i/web/status/1833635633388048708