holy shit it finally happened, he's gonna tear it up this season mark it and book it
Confirmed with Link: Avs sign Jonathan Drouin (1 year, 825k)
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This year's reclamation project has the highest highs and lowest lows. At less than a million why not? I hope it works out like Nuke, could be huge.
Feel good story.
Production can come later, need an ok ratio of good plays to bad give-aways, some fun intermission interview and cool bench interaction with the guys.
If he sticks in the lineup when Landeskog returns I am happy.
Production can come later, need an ok ratio of good plays to bad give-aways, some fun intermission interview and cool bench interaction with the guys.
If he sticks in the lineup when Landeskog returns I am happy.
You do realize he's 21/33 in the playoffs, counting starting out with 6 zeros his first year. 14 in 17 in his second year.
And a career 281 in 485.. He's worth a lot more than a sub 900k contract. He wants to win.
Who f*** has a resume like that ahead of him on this team?
Plus, now the Colorado and Montreal fanbases can troll each other back and forth all season. Just an added bonus.
First Newhook, now Drouin.
First Newhook, now Drouin.
Thepoolmaster
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I think he plays with Mack and Nuke for sure. Still need a 3rd line RW imo
Drouin - Mack - Nuke
Lehkonen - RyJo - Rants
Wood - Colton - X
Drouin - Mack - Nuke
Lehkonen - RyJo - Rants
Wood - Colton - X
forsbergavs32
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Well worth a shot at 1 year for 825k
My thoughts exactly. The risk to reward ratio here is large.
John Mandalorian
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He's been in the playoffs once since 2016. Its hard to call him motivated based on his recent years in Montreal. He shouldn't be near the 1st line though until he's earned a spot there.
In Tampa he was propped up by Kucherov. Kucherov inflates linemates production. Same with MacKinnon. But what does he bring to the table that others don't when playing next to elite players?
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I was correct to predict Yakupov would score 50 goals with the Avalanche, and I will be correct to predict Drouin scores 60
See.. I read your first sentence and boom. How am I supposed to take you seriously?
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Unless he's broken down completely physically (not sure), he brings elite hands and speed.
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John Mandalorian
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Ok sure,
It was 2019-20 lol, not exactly that long ago. When he's been there he's been good.
If someone is going to simply dismiss that for their narrative. Fine, pointless conversation.
He also has way more of a resume as a top 6 forward than anyone other than three wingers on this team.
The idea he has to earn it over anyone is hilarious.
How convenient
You've got your mind made up, and rather twist the narrative.
I just watched you bitch about people gaslighting. Lmao enjoy the season dude.
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7 years is not insignificant for someone who has declined the way he has since being traded for Sergachev.
What's more relevant to today, 2016 or the past 2 or 3 years?
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Yeah, this won’t be a meritocracy.
Drouin will be given that top 6 opportunity.
It’s his to lose. This is likely a 1 year mercenary contract. He’s here to resurrect his career as a top 6 player. And hopefully the Avs are beneficiaries
Jixer19
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This seems like something MacK would have had a hand in getting done from both sides, not sure if they kept in touch since juniors is the only thing
If you're going to dance around 10 games in 2019-20, and his overall production as a forward as well as ignore that we only have three wingers you can legit make an argument should automatically be ahead of him.
Considering the point you started with is that he has to earn a spot on the top line.
Pound sand dude. I'm good on the conversation. Enjoy the season.
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You guys should start learning Quebec swear words right now, you're most likely gonna need them by October. lol
Jokes aside, good luck on the acquisition, he has had a personal tough run.
Jokes aside, good luck on the acquisition, he has had a personal tough run.
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I don't think Drouin signs here unless he has assurances from MacKinnon that he gets first crack on the top line.
I also have to believe that's what MacFarland spoke to Nate about.
I also have to believe that's what MacFarland spoke to Nate about.
