GDT: Free agent frenzy July 1

[NYR Viper]

That's funny Shadow cuz mine was also a Hotmail address that I couldn't retrieve. I tried reaching out to HF, but they were having some kind of issue receiving messages, I'll try again this week.

I have to admit it was kind of fun being anonymous, being somebody that was known around here for almost 20 years but then again a lot fewer people paid attention to what I was saying, go figure

Good to see you back no matter what f***** up name you have

 

[Irishguy42]

Anyone know the benefit in structuring it that way?

It's buyout and lockout proof

 

[Trxjw]

This is probably for the best but does anyone else miss the day being an exciting one for us?

This is actually a really nice change of pace, IMO. I also like the intrigue surrounding who they'll target instead of it being the names at the top of the board.

 

[Kakko Schmakko]

Wouldn't Washington be a perfect place to trade Namestnikov to?

 

[Leetch3]

our offseason starts tomorrow after the dust has settled...trying to work out trades with teams that missed out on tavares and stastny and teams that need to move cap space around. we were never going to be in on the big free agents

 

[Oscar Lindberg]

Brooks and Carp say ‘NO!!’

Yeah well Brooks said the team was willing to give 3-4 years to Reider and Carp is saying they were never in

Sounds like no one has any clue

 

[GregSirico]

Brady Skjei and Kevin Hayes for William Nylander?

 

[NYR2007]

anyone know why LA didn't resign Reider ? seems like a good player with skill especially at that price

 

[Dr. Ogrodnick]

I figured that one day people would understand how icing works, but that’s still elusive for many.

How can people not understand icing? Its delicious and brings the whole cake together.

 

[Leetch3]

and i think if you look at toronto that gives you the model for our rebuild plan...struggle for a couple years to build your core thru the draft. then AFTER you have a team in place you look to add the big $$ free agent to put you over the top

 

[FIRE DRURY]

I’m not upset they didn’t hand out bad contracts . I just feel that everyone thought something else was gonna be done today by the rangers and I come on here and everyone here acts like they expected this the whole time and it’s a great move etc .

Listen I’m happy we didn’t give out a bad contract but at the same time there is good deals to be made . It’s easy to point to the worse one and say “ you want that “ etc .. but let’s actually have a good discussion if JF could have made some deals or moves . I feel he’s getting major pass on everything he does .

Gorton was the most active GM at the deadline. Teams are still setting up their pawns right now. We’re 150 minutes into free agency.

There will be deals to be made but you to show a little patience and let things fall into place.

 

[pld459666]

I'm so tempted to start a John Tavares Appreciation Thread on the islanders board

 

[LaffyTaffy]

Claesson,lol

 

[Ori]

No income tax in Florida. Would have been 8+ in normal market.

No estate Tax as well.

Corporate Income Tax however, tobacco, gas and lots of other products will need to adjust for tax - so a quick question related to Florday and Taxes.
Is the food and clothes much more expensive in Florida compare to other states since it`s a popular destination for travel as well?

State of Florida.com | Florida Tax Guide

 

[UAGoalieGuy]

I'm so tempted to start a John Tavares Appreciation Thread on the islanders board

Lol you'll get banned 30 seconds after posting.

 

[EdJovanovski]

Oh God don't give EdJovanavski the attention.

Still grumpy we traded your beloved bozo huh?

 

[LaffyTaffy]

We couldn't do NOTHING, mini move Freddy Claesson as a depth D

 

[Sarge13]

How far back to we need to go to find a 7/1 where the Rangers did nothing?

2013?

I'm not sure but I know we had to resign McD, Zucc and Hagelin that off-season, but don't remember any significant signings on July 1 of that year.

 

[aufheben]

This is actually a really nice change of pace, IMO. I also like the intrigue surrounding who they'll target instead of it being the names at the top of the board.

Being terrible is awesome.

 

[Lundy HOF]

Brady Skjei and Kevin Hayes for William Nylander?

That seems like an overpayment to me. I’d want a pick back at the very least.

 

[NoQuitInNewMexico]

https://hfboards.mandatory.com/threads/claesson-cut-loose.2508833/

Meh, just Karlssons best friend on the team from the little inside information I have.

 

[FireGerardGallant]

Claesson is a good depth signing depending on the aav

 

[Savant]

anyone know why LA didn't resign Reider ? seems like a good player with skill especially at that price

They just spent a ton on Kovalchuk and Doughty. Every bit of Cap counts.

 

[aufheben]

How can people not understand icing? Its delicious and brings the whole cake together.

Idk man, too much icing and it ruins the whole thing.

 

[Oscar Lindberg]

Another left handed D huh?