McKenzie: Blackhawks had/have interest in Yakupov

[McFlyingV]

The difference would be 50% on Schultz at the TDL isn't the same as the start of the season, granted he's loaded but Katz has kind of struck me as cheap...maybe it was the whole arena debacle with him trying to defer as much of the cost onto the public as possible or threatening to move the team.

I think it's probably in everyone's best interest that Edmonton and Yakupov depart. Yakupov gets another kick at an NHL career and the Oilers can continue changing their identity.

He's just a business man who knew he could get a new arena out of the city, and used those as tactics to get his way. Since arriving he has had no problem spending money on the actual players or staff. I feel pretty confident he would be fine retaining the 1.25M on Yak.

 

[snipes]

The Oilers are still pretty weak on RW though
Eberle is a lock.
Puljujarvi hasn't been that impressive and most Oiler fans want to see him start in the AHL
Versteeg is hurt and I havent been that impressed.
Kassian is a 4th liner
Draisaitl experiment?

Caggiula, Slepyshev, Pitlick all ahead.

 

[Old Boys Club]

Chiarelli about to trade another top 2 pick. His favorite past time. That said, can't blame him on this one!

Unfortunately Yak never played like a #1 pick. He's a really good guy, has a good attitude (unless you buy into the Edmonton media's BS), but is not a very smart player and was often a liability on the ice. Put him on a line with Kane/Toews and see if he can stick. Hopefully he can turn his career around.

 

[Pyrophorus]

Why would Chicago do this? It almost looks like they're doing the Oilers a favor.

Only in money.
Chicago is the rich getting richer-for nothing.

 

[GetFocht]

I wish Canucks jumped on this

Subban + Gaunce for Yakupov

 

[KGL]

Wish you all the best Yak. Good kid, purely a hockey move. Hopefully we find out details soon here.

No one is saying it's a done deal or imminent.

 

[snipes]

No one is saying it's a done deal or imminent.

Guy who broke the story tweeted McKenzie saying he heard paper work was being finalized.

 

[Skinnyjimmy08]

How are the Hawks doing the Oilers a favour by sending them AHL players in return and having them retain part of Yak's salary?

not to mention it is a good possibility Yak becomes a very good player with a change of scenery. IMO im shocked more teams aren't taking a chance.

If it doesn't work, let Yak walk after the year ends... easy peasy

 

[WTFMAN99]

He's just a business man who knew he could get a new arena out of the city, and used those as tactics to get his way. Since arriving he has had no problem spending money on the actual players or staff. I feel pretty confident he would be fine retaining the 1.25M on Yak.

Here is hoping, it could help kick off some moves.

 

[thesaadfather]

I'll be disappointed if Bowman gives up anything of significance. I just have a hard time seeing him as a good fit for the Hawks.

 

[snipes]

It's 2:07pm Eastern Time. What gives?

Johnny signed yet?

 

[Paulie Gualtieri]

Get us someone who fits our identity Chia!

So, a pick?

 

[snipes]

So, a pick?

I laughed. We're trying to win here, give us that at least.

 

[KGL]

So, a pick?

Only if it ends up being first overall.

 

[snipes]

Only if it ends up being first overall.

You just picked 1st overall lol.

 

[Little Psycho]

Does Chicago have any cap space at this point?

 

[hawksrule]

So, a pick?

Ladies and gentlemen we have a winner.

 

[Jumptheshark]

Hawks were offering nickel while they still had him

 

[ClydeLee]

Does Chicago have any cap space at this point?

Yeah they had a solid bit over 2 mil left in room to wiggle with that they were after Hurdler with before he went to Dallas.

 

[Skinnyjimmy08]

hmmm I sense a slight decrease in momentum now haha

 

[NotYou]

I'm torn. On one hand I like yak and hope i figures it out. Chicago could be a great place for that. On the other, I can't stand Chicago

Still would love for mn to trade for him. If edm will balance the cap hit something could probably be worked out

 

[PinSeeker]

So, a pick?

Alright, that was pretty freakin good.

Kudos.

 

[Teemu]

Doubt it, good young d at a small cap hit is untouchable for a cap tight team like chi. Well not untouchable but very unlikely hea moved

I like the guy, but he has pretty much capped out as a #6, he's vulnerable to expansion, and the Hawks have 3 other D nipping at his heels.

 

[Bfreezy40]

Get us someone who fits our identity Chia!

What identity would that be? Tanking?

 

[Seachd]

What identity would that be? Tanking?

Hilarious.