Dylan9z9
LGD 2024-25
Really I'm thinking Boston had a better off season for one.According to NHL network we had probably the 2nd best off season under Nashville
Really I'm thinking Boston had a better off season for one.According to NHL network we had probably the 2nd best off season under Nashville
Prob a consensus top 10 pool. Doesn't matter if people think it needs more forwards or the picks won't be ready for years. Assets are assets. Askarov and picks can be moved to upgrade the lineup.
Everyone on HF seems to agree the Avs are in trouble finally. That removes one major contender in the West. So on paper, you have Oilers, Canucks, Knights, Dallas, and then....prob Nash. Plus, the only team better than them in the division is Dallas imo.
Maybe it works out, maybe it doesn't. But the point is, again, their moves 100% make sense based on how the roster in constructed. With Forsberg, Josi, and Saros there's virtually no chance they could tank, so any good GM should go for it after the overperformance of last year.
I really don't think HFdevs in particular should be throwing stones at an org that just massively outperformed the Devils with a 1st year coach, has a stronger prospect pool, and has significantly more draft capital.
I think you will be pleasantly surprised by the third line this year. The 4th on almost any team is destined to get caved in and you kind of just have to hope they net out even in terms of actual goals scored.Always? No. More often than I should be? Yeah, that would probably be a fair statement.
It's less UFA day and more the overall direction since the team was eliminated by Carolina. We had a unicorn of a team that skated opponents into oblivion and was a blast to watch; and I would have rather leaned into that and tried to win a Cup that way than become, whatever we are trying to become now. If that team had a goalie, man that would be incredible.
I like Pesce and Dillon. No complaints about those deals especially when you look around the league at other deals that were signed. I have concerns that, while "tougher", the bottom 6 still isn't good enough to keep the play in the offensive zone, contribute meaningfully offensively, or play good defense. And I feel like that was the second biggest issue last year, first being the crippling, long term injuries to key players. I had that higher on the list to address than defense or goaltending. Fitz did try to address it, but his focus was definitely way more on defense and goaltending. And as a result, I don't think the bottom 6 got nearly enough of a facelift.
In any case, getting healthy will give the team the biggest bump. I'm interested to see a full year of healthy Timo.
Really I'm thinking Boston had a better off season for one.
Here is what Fitz does he goes after good talent but if another team comes in he drops out immediately Brunette knew this and that's why they got Stamkos and Marchessault with no pushback.Again, please elaborate. We would like details of what you're talking about.
Is “crucified” = not here any more?I don't understand why Foote gets a pass for not being a good player when other guys like Boqvist are crucified.
If Foote ever slides up into the top 6, we are in trouble.
Here is what Fitz does he goes after good talent but if another team comes in he drops out immediately Brunette knew this and that's why they got Stamkos and Marchessault with no pushback.
They also got Zadorov and Lindholm trumps Pesce and DillonAre you being serious?
Boston gave two mid players absolutely absurd contracts and lost one of their best (only?) youngish forwards. They are also reportedly playing hardball with Swayman.
Still waiting on the rationale for the D+He got bitch-slapped by the other GM's
I know you all love Fitz but to me he is a mediocre GM sorry if I hurt your feelings
They also got Zadorov and Lindholm trumps Pesce and Dillon
Like that duck in the Duck Song.These guys never ever offer a solution. They pop on, throw out some absurd obscure shite and the waddle off again.
Zadorov and Lindholm got absolutely awful contracts.They also got Zadorov and Lindholm trumps Pesce and Dillon
Stamkos is probably barely worth $8M in the short term, let alone in 3-4 years.Again, how do you know this? Marchessault got a longterm contract. We shouldn't be in the business of giving soon to be 34 year olds 5 year deals. Stamkos got $8million/year, we cannot afford that.
They just gave a guy coming off of a 15-goal/29-assist season more than 50 million dollars for his age 30-37 seasons lol.They also got Zadorov and Lindholm trumps Pesce and Dillon
Really I'm thinking Boston had a better off season for one.
Here is what Fitz does he goes after good talent but if another team comes in he drops out immediately Brunette knew this and that's why they got Stamkos and Marchessault with no pushback.
Well he did get Pesce and Dillon other wise it would be a 0Still waiting on the rationale for the D+
They got Stamkos and Marchessault because they offered Stamkos more $$$ than we could afford and Marchessault more term than we wanted to commit to. This isn't hard.Here is what Fitz does he goes after good talent but if another team comes in he drops out immediately Brunette knew this and that's why they got Stamkos and Marchessault with no pushback.
I guess in your mind the GM and coach don't talkThese are certainly some takes.
“Brunette knew this” You made up a whole story in your head here. Fun!
I do wonder what Trotz was doing while Brunette was GMing…
I guess winning wasn't an option only money and termThey got Stamkos and Marchessault because they offered Stamkos more $$$ than we could afford and Marchessault more term than we wanted to commit to. This isn't hard.
Well he did get Pesce and Dillon other wise it would be a 0
He brings SO much more to the table than Holtz.I like Ross Colton but I think people around here definitely overrate him because he’s a Jersey kid.
If we’re adding to the top 6, it shouldn’t be a 28 year old whose career high is 40 points.
He only had 1 more goal that Holtz did last year, I’m not sure why everyone is so convinced he’s the answer. If we didn’t sign Noesen I’d be all over him as a 3rd line option but he’s redundant now IMO.