It’s the annual “Grade the Deadline” Poll
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smithformeragent
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A- for me
Would’ve liked more for Marchand but ultimately the reason they didn’t get more is because they did right by Brad, and knowing that it’s a good trade
Would’ve liked more for Marchand but ultimately the reason they didn’t get more is because they did right by Brad, and knowing that it’s a good trade
LouJersey
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Agreed. Change of scenery deals can sometimes be a bonanza. He can play with Wotherspoon maybe bottom pair.
Saxon Eric
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- Dec 18, 2005
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B+
Injuries hurt the Marchand/Frederic return plus Freddy played like ass most of the year
Could raise my grade if Marchand hits his conditions and he signs with us July 1
I wanted change and got it
Injuries hurt the Marchand/Frederic return plus Freddy played like ass most of the year
Could raise my grade if Marchand hits his conditions and he signs with us July 1
I wanted change and got it
Ludwig Fell Down
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I'm in the minority, gave a B-. I'm not excited about 2 more years of Middlestadt at 5.75, his career is trending in the wrong direction. And after Gourde fetched two firsts and another pick, I thought the return on Marchand would been better.
The return for Carlo was fantastic, and I liked the deal with Edmonton as well.
The return for Carlo was fantastic, and I liked the deal with Edmonton as well.
RiverbottomChuck
Rats & Cats
B+ imo. Beecher leaving would have made it an A- to me. No real issues besides letting marchand get hurt when they obviously were gonna trade him though. Mandate issued and a future contender to build in a 2 seasons. Get on it Don, you definitely gave yourself a bunch more rope today.
- Mar 8, 2011
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My grade was probably an A up until the Marchy trade. Bumped him down to an A- unless he comes back home. In which case it would be an A+ lol.
-Frederic trade was great considering the falling stock and injury to the player. And he wasn’t coming back.
-Brazeau trade was robbery. For a guy you weren’t giving the bag to, you got a roster player, a prospect that still has a lot of unknown but also a lot of potential, and a pick.
-Coyle trade it seems I’m a lot more optimistic than some. Mittlestadt is 7 years younger than Coyle. Has also scored (almost) 60 in this league. And can hopefully play with Pasta. I don’t know jack about Zellers but, given what I’ve read from those in the know, that may be the best prospect they got this deadline. Then the pick too.
-Carlo trade was solid. Don’t love him going to the leafs but it’s a great return. How folks are describing Minten gives me hype. And so does the first and fourth rounders
-Jokiharu great fill in for a needed position. Another buffalo reclamation project?
-Frederic trade was great considering the falling stock and injury to the player. And he wasn’t coming back.
-Brazeau trade was robbery. For a guy you weren’t giving the bag to, you got a roster player, a prospect that still has a lot of unknown but also a lot of potential, and a pick.
-Coyle trade it seems I’m a lot more optimistic than some. Mittlestadt is 7 years younger than Coyle. Has also scored (almost) 60 in this league. And can hopefully play with Pasta. I don’t know jack about Zellers but, given what I’ve read from those in the know, that may be the best prospect they got this deadline. Then the pick too.
-Carlo trade was solid. Don’t love him going to the leafs but it’s a great return. How folks are describing Minten gives me hype. And so does the first and fourth rounders
-Jokiharu great fill in for a needed position. Another buffalo reclamation project?
wintersej
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I don't love Mittelstadt but I said early on when he was first on the block that I'd do something like Coyle for him... assuming that was just not realistic. And then to get a 2nd and prospect on top of it? Cool. Sweeney did well with Carlo, Frederic and Brazeau, too.
And then we come to Marchand. Obviously, the teams left were not comfortable with the risk. Hopefully, it turns into a first and then Florida goes to shit and we luck into a Tatum and Brown situation. I mean, a man can dream. It does just put a damper on what was an A+ TDL until then.
And then we come to Marchand. Obviously, the teams left were not comfortable with the risk. Hopefully, it turns into a first and then Florida goes to shit and we luck into a Tatum and Brown situation. I mean, a man can dream. It does just put a damper on what was an A+ TDL until then.
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mar2kbos
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I have it a B. Milly not thrilled with, he has been heading downhill stats wise and after Lindholm it’s a perplexing risk to take again. Lauko is a fourth liner, Minten is intriguing. The Russian seems to be a lower end prospect but seems to have some skill. Zeller is further away but his stats are eye popping. Certainly will be following along there. Joki is just a rental. I’m good with the draft picks.
I am happy with the asset grabs but it’s going to be years before we know if this ends up great or a disaster. I am finally interested in the draft again though, it’s been awhile since I was pumped for reading up on prospects.
I am happy with the asset grabs but it’s going to be years before we know if this ends up great or a disaster. I am finally interested in the draft again though, it’s been awhile since I was pumped for reading up on prospects.
A-
Would ideally have liked another 2025 1st, but the 2026 one will have to do. The Bruins are trying to re-tool and by the looks of it they see this as a 2-3 year project rather than trying to bounce straight back in one year with minimal disruption, and I think that's the right call. The roster had too many flaws to essentially just run it back and hope, so respect to the front office for taking a higher risk, hopefully higher reward approach.
Frederic, Brazeau, Coyle and Carlo were all guys I wanted moved, the returns are good, so zero complaints there. I'm not a big fan of Mittelstadt, fear that it won't work out, but I get the intent and the potential upside, so can only see what happens. As for the other players added, have always liked Lauko, Joki is a shrug but sure why not, the rest I don't know enough about to have an informed opinion. Main thing is the picks and cap space cleared, so happy with that.
The Marchand trade is not ideal but end of the day I have no problem with it. If the rumors regarding what he wants for his next contract are true, I wouldn't have signed him, and clearly Sweeney agrees. Too much money and term. So now you're left with 3 options - hope Brad lowers his price, let him walk for free, or get at least something for him via trade. Again I would have chosen the last option, even while knowing that I'm going to get less than the player is really worth. So I can hardly complain when that's exactly what Don did.
I like Brad, he's been a great servant of this team, a worthy captain, but he's never been a favorite of mine compared to some others. So while this is a sad day, I accept the business reality and can only wish him the best in Florida. Don't hate the Panthers as much as some here either, so perhaps that helps.
Overall, very good job by Sweeney. The hardest parts are yet to come, but he's done the right thing here so kudos. Now we see what the offseason brings.
Would ideally have liked another 2025 1st, but the 2026 one will have to do. The Bruins are trying to re-tool and by the looks of it they see this as a 2-3 year project rather than trying to bounce straight back in one year with minimal disruption, and I think that's the right call. The roster had too many flaws to essentially just run it back and hope, so respect to the front office for taking a higher risk, hopefully higher reward approach.
Frederic, Brazeau, Coyle and Carlo were all guys I wanted moved, the returns are good, so zero complaints there. I'm not a big fan of Mittelstadt, fear that it won't work out, but I get the intent and the potential upside, so can only see what happens. As for the other players added, have always liked Lauko, Joki is a shrug but sure why not, the rest I don't know enough about to have an informed opinion. Main thing is the picks and cap space cleared, so happy with that.
The Marchand trade is not ideal but end of the day I have no problem with it. If the rumors regarding what he wants for his next contract are true, I wouldn't have signed him, and clearly Sweeney agrees. Too much money and term. So now you're left with 3 options - hope Brad lowers his price, let him walk for free, or get at least something for him via trade. Again I would have chosen the last option, even while knowing that I'm going to get less than the player is really worth. So I can hardly complain when that's exactly what Don did.
I like Brad, he's been a great servant of this team, a worthy captain, but he's never been a favorite of mine compared to some others. So while this is a sad day, I accept the business reality and can only wish him the best in Florida. Don't hate the Panthers as much as some here either, so perhaps that helps.
Overall, very good job by Sweeney. The hardest parts are yet to come, but he's done the right thing here so kudos. Now we see what the offseason brings.
PlayMakers
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A
A top6 center in Mittelstadt.
Potentially two 1st's, two 2nd's, a 4th and 6th.
Five new prospects including two high-end guys in Zeller and Minten.
If they re-sign Marchand on July 1st it becomes an A+.
A top6 center in Mittelstadt.
Potentially two 1st's, two 2nd's, a 4th and 6th.
Five new prospects including two high-end guys in Zeller and Minten.
If they re-sign Marchand on July 1st it becomes an A+.
Dennis Bonvie
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Dennis Bonvie
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B+
Would have been an A if not for the terrible Brazeau trade.
Would have been an A if not for the terrible Brazeau trade.
Pia8988
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- May 26, 2014
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C+
Majority of the pieces they got won't make an impact in the grand scheme or a rebuild. The people that architected this downfall continue to face zero consequences for their ineptitude.
Overall, tearing down a roster for picks and prospects is the easy part. Turning it in to something meaningful is not.
Majority of the pieces they got won't make an impact in the grand scheme or a rebuild. The people that architected this downfall continue to face zero consequences for their ineptitude.
Overall, tearing down a roster for picks and prospects is the easy part. Turning it in to something meaningful is not.
KnightofBoston
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Coach Parker
Stanley Cup Champion
Did we? I believe another team brokered the 15% and got a prospect from Toronto.
I think many here are forgetting the trade that didn't happen that we should all celebrate.
Morgan Geekie is still a Bruin!
Morgan Geekie is still a Bruin!
A-
I think they made all the right choices on who to keep and who to sell. Carlo and Coyle were at the top of my list of must trade/cash out on. UFA sells were easy. Returns were good or as expected.
Coyle return gets an A+. Still shocked the didn't have to pay to get rid of his contract. Like the lotto ticket on Mittelstadt. Best trade of the deadline IMO.
Carlo return gets an A. Sold at the right time. That's a very good return for a struggling player who's honestly not needed anymore.
Marchand return gets an B+. Did the best they could do given the circumstances. Glad they got something instead of sitting on it.
Frederic return gets a B+. As expected. Nothing to write home about, but cashed out before losing him for nothing.
Brazeau return gets a B+. Was tempted to put as an A. Grand scheme of things, it's a minor transaction consisting of mostly fringe players. Again, cashed out of a soon to be free agent for maximum value. What's not to like.
I think they made all the right choices on who to keep and who to sell. Carlo and Coyle were at the top of my list of must trade/cash out on. UFA sells were easy. Returns were good or as expected.
Coyle return gets an A+. Still shocked the didn't have to pay to get rid of his contract. Like the lotto ticket on Mittelstadt. Best trade of the deadline IMO.
Carlo return gets an A. Sold at the right time. That's a very good return for a struggling player who's honestly not needed anymore.
Marchand return gets an B+. Did the best they could do given the circumstances. Glad they got something instead of sitting on it.
Frederic return gets a B+. As expected. Nothing to write home about, but cashed out before losing him for nothing.
Brazeau return gets a B+. Was tempted to put as an A. Grand scheme of things, it's a minor transaction consisting of mostly fringe players. Again, cashed out of a soon to be free agent for maximum value. What's not to like.
B+, only because I thought the return for Marchand was kinda weak. Leads me to believe he's more hurt than we know.
Said in another thread, I wouldn't be surprised if he comes back in the summer to retire here. Would be an all time troll move lol.
I'm excited to watch this new look squad. Going to be very weird for sure. One thing this team will need to address is leadership. I don't think we have much of it left unfortunately. Will be interesting to see who can step up, or who we end up bringing in this summer.
Said in another thread, I wouldn't be surprised if he comes back in the summer to retire here. Would be an all time troll move lol.
I'm excited to watch this new look squad. Going to be very weird for sure. One thing this team will need to address is leadership. I don't think we have much of it left unfortunately. Will be interesting to see who can step up, or who we end up bringing in this summer.
weaponomega
Registered User
I gave it a B+
I think they did well on all the deal, but I'm struggling with the Marchand one. We've been incredibly spoiled having so many players start and end their career as Bruins recently. I kind of hoped Marchand would as well. But have to take the opportunity to improve the team long term.
I think they did well on all the deal, but I'm struggling with the Marchand one. We've been incredibly spoiled having so many players start and end their career as Bruins recently. I kind of hoped Marchand would as well. But have to take the opportunity to improve the team long term.
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