Speculation: Is Noah Hanifin about to be a New Jersey Devil? (analysis of the situation)

[Hischier and Hughes]

TSN is reporting within the *week* that New Jersey is a serious suitor for Noah Hanifin; add to this that, after multiple years of trade-block talk, hes now seemingly close to an eight year deal around 7.5m and you have something fishy going on

Calgary is the only team to complete a true sign-and-trade of a max-year contract. Siegenthaler going the other way would make the money work (for this season) + he has a M-NTC kicking in after this year, as well as four years term that Calgary wants for a defenseman coming back for Noah.

This isnt me saying I want him or dont.. but instead wondering if this all seems too coincidental to not seem like a fit for both sides that could be in the works. Fitzgerald seems to have been keen on Hanifin for some time now, according to past rumors between the two clubs; and Siegenthaler (when healthy) would provide a body on the defense of a team that is likely looking to shed salary for ownership as they build a new arena and go through a tough rebuild

Im curious what other Devils fans think about this (I tried posting this on Reddit as well but their entire system of karma is more a game than it is a forum board). What else would be needed to go to Calgary? Do you want Hanifin at eight years with an AAV of around 7.5m, as rumored? Would he fit nicely with Simon Nemec for the future while allowing Luke to man his own pair?

Noah Hanifin is turning 27 and would be 35 when the contract ends; he currently has 19pts in 40 games with a +5 differential for Calgary

Edit: Misread article, adjusted 'last 24 hours' to 'week'

 

[ZachaFlockaFlame]

They basically want a Severson replacement on this defense, it makes sense team wise but if they give up anything of absurd value in this possibly lost season then they're next level morons

 

[MadDevil]

As a shorter term option, maybe. At 8 years, no.

 

[NjDevsRR]

They would have instead re-signed Severson if they wanted a player like this

I say, no

 

[Hischier and Hughes]

They would have instead re-signed Severson if they wanted a player like this

I say, no

They do happen to be different sides of the defense; Severson is right-handed while Hanifin is left-handed

 

[Devils Trap]

I mean can we even trade Siegs when hurt ?? lol

 

[Devils731]

Where is TSN saying the Devils are serious contenders? I just like to read the original source to get my own opinion on the vibe.

I couldn’t find it with a quick google or Twitter search.

My answer is leaning “no” though.

 

[Mr Bojanglez]

dumb thread is dumb. 3rd post of the day - first day of his career here.

 

[Darkauron]

Hell no

 

[Hischier and Hughes]

Where is TSN saying the Devils are serious contenders? I just like to read the original source to get my own opinion on the vibe.

I couldn’t find it with a quick google or Twitter search.

My answer is leaning “no” though.

Rumour: Eastern Conference Team In Talks With Calgary Flames Over Two Top Stars

The Calgary Flames have seemingly made it clear through their play on the ice that getting younger and pushing for a re-tool is the way to go, and while plenty

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Travis Yost: Noah Hanifin emerges as intriguing trade chip | TSN

If the Calgary Flames were looking for a serious trade partner to step up, they may have found one this weekend. Travis Yost explores a team that could be interested in pending UFA Noah Hanifin.

www.tsn.ca

I mean can we even trade Siegs when hurt ?? lol

I dont believe there is any rule against it like, say, I think the NFL has; physicals pending, of course

 

[njdevils1982]

sounds pretty half baked?

no, it's not. it's completely baked.

 

[Hischier and Hughes]

dumb thread is dumb. 3rd post of the day - first day of his career here.

Apologies if I broke any rules; was doing some sleuthing and figured id share my thoughts on the matter

 

[Devils731]

Rumour: Eastern Conference Team In Talks With Calgary Flames Over Two Top Stars

The Calgary Flames have seemingly made it clear through their play on the ice that getting younger and pushing for a re-tool is the way to go, and while plenty

flameforthought.com

Travis Yost: Noah Hanifin emerges as intriguing trade chip | TSN

If the Calgary Flames were looking for a serious trade partner to step up, they may have found one this weekend. Travis Yost explores a team that could be interested in pending UFA Noah Hanifin.

www.tsn.ca

I dont believe there is any rule against it like, say, I think the NFL has; physicals pending, of course

Ok. So it’s mostly based on a rumor from The Fourth Period who makes up stuff most of the time for clicks and is from almost a week ago.

My vibe check feels this is all people spitballing or rumor mongering.

I do appreciate the links so I could read them.

 

[Hischier and Hughes]

Ok. So it’s mostly based on a rumor from The Fourth Period who makes up stuff most of the time for clicks and is from almost a week ago.

My vibe check feels this is all people spitballing or rumor mongering.

I do appreciate the links so I could read them.

I find the coincidences in these rumors to be most intriguing.

Siegenthaler's M-NTC kicking in after this season, having four years term left (Calgary's GM has discussed wanting this), and being the same handedness as Hanifin who is looking for an eight year deal from the only team to make such a sign-and-trade. Not to mention, though Id have to do a search to find them, I remember hearing Fitzgerald (and the Devils with Shero) tied to Hanifin in the past.

This isnt really what I am pushing for but instead I find it fascinating how perfectly the dominoes line up; if we wanted to pursue such a thing.

 

[Iron Balls McGinty]

I mean can we even trade Siegs when hurt ?? lol

I mean it sort of seems odd to trade him because he is hurt. I sort of feel like a deal like this is being made because he is out injured out of desperation.

 

[njdevils1982]

Apologies if I broke any rules; was doing some sleuthing and figured id share my thoughts on the matter

if you want a wider variety other fans' opinions you can post your topic on the sub forum also.

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[Hischier and Hughes]

if you want other fans' opinions you can post your topic on the sub forum also.

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It would seem as if I dont have the same privileges in that subforum as I do here (or so I see no 'Post Thread' button); though I appreciate the info

 

[Hischier and Hughes]

I do, though, have concerns about how the cap would work with the return of Hamilton and if we are entertaining moving on from Palat this off-season.

I trust in Fitz to do what is right whether that means Hanifin or a goaltender or even standing pat this deadline and off-season

 

[Forge]

No, I don't think its likely. Puts the salary cap moving forward in a pretty tough spot.

 

[Peter Sidorkiewicz]

No, I don't think its likely. Puts the salary cap moving forward in a pretty tough spot.

Agree. Even if he signs for a discount at $6m per year, it would still be tough to fit in our cap. At $7.5m per year, no f***ing way.

 

[glenwo2]

I don't believe in rumors until they become reality.

 

[Clam Jensen]

No, nó, nyet, nein

 

[MasterofGrond]

This is the type of rumor only someone completely unfamiliar with how Fitz operates would bother to dream up

 

[TheUnseenHand]

That doesn't sound anything like a move Fitz would make and for that I am appreciative.

 

[forceten]

We're stacked on D prospects, we don't want anyone like this 8 years, and we don't really need this type of player. No.