Player Discussion: Matt Martin

[SDIsles34]

We've thought the same thing about a lot of other teams over the years, somehow their GM's have almost always managed to work around it. There are ways to get rid of bad contracts and I think Lamoriello will be able to do that.

Agreed. Point is - as it stands - the Islanders are not necessarily in a good situation regarding the cap. Lou working magic is most certainly a possibility (a welcome one!) but far from guaranteed. A lot of work to do.

 

[doublechili]

Ladd is getting that compliance buyout if it comes

Thanks, I now have this tune stuck in my head (to "she'll be coming round the mountain"):

Ladd is getting that compliance buyout if it comes.
Ladd is getting that compliance buyout if it comes.
Ladd is getting that compliance buyout, getting that compliance buyout,
Ladd is getting that compliance buyout if it comes, if it comes.

 

[Glory Days]

Thanks, I now have this tune stuck in my head (to "she'll be coming round the mountain"):

Ladd is getting that compliance buyout if it comes.
Ladd is getting that compliance buyout if it comes.
Ladd is getting that compliance buyout, getting that compliance buyout,
Ladd is getting that compliance buyout if it comes, if it comes.

I thought this was the official song for the season.



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[doublechili]

I thought this was the official song for the season.


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It is. Maybe the Ladd song can be the official song of the off-season.

 

[Glory Days]

It is. Maybe the Ladd song can be the official song of the off-season.

Yes I can see Lou humming it while sitting at the draft table.

 

[MattMartin]

Did everyone forget about the expansion draft or something? Boychuk or Ladd can be plucked.

 

[doublechili]

Did everyone forget about the expansion draft or something? Boychuk or Ladd can be plucked.

By Boychuk or Ladd getting "plucked", do you mean "offloaded at the price of a draft pick or two"?

I guess it's possible that we'll be able to protect most of our players because not eligible yet and an expansion team looking for vet leadership will take them. Hope you're right.

 

[MattMartin]

By Boychuk or Ladd getting "plucked", do you mean "offloaded at the price of a draft pick or two"?

I guess it's possible that we'll be able to protect most of our players because not eligible yet and an expansion team looking for vet leadership will take them. Hope you're right.

And most likely salary.

 

[doublechili]

And most likely salary.

Right, the floor. Didn't think of that. Would be nice.

 

[Sparksrus3]

By Boychuk or Ladd getting "plucked", do you mean "offloaded at the price of a draft pick or two"?

I guess it's possible that we'll be able to protect most of our players because not eligible yet and an expansion team looking for vet leadership will take them. Hope you're right.

I wouldn't let Ladd lead a boyscout troop on a fishing trip. What vet leadership does bring to our team? Is it the tireless work ethic or playing through injury? As for the thread title, no thanks, I'll keep Martin. Wink

 

[Newsworthy]

I wouldn't let Ladd lead a boyscout troop on a fishing trip. What vet leadership does bring to our team? Is it the tireless work ethic or playing through injury? As for the thread title, no thanks, I'll keep Martin. Wink

Maybe Ladd was signed for his leadership qualities just like Komarov. He can't put up numbers if he is hurt. Martin was aquired for probably same.

 

[ScaredStreit]

Did everyone forget about the expansion draft or something? Boychuk or Ladd can be plucked.

Why would an expansion take Ladd though?

 

[MattMartin]

Why would an expansion take Ladd though?

Salary cap? Maybe a pick involved?

 

[CupHolders]

Why was this thread revived? I mean we aren’t even talking about Martin... but Ladd.

I get it, some Islander fans don’t like the “Teh Gritz!” signings....

Anyway, love this trade. Got an NHL player who loves the area and organization. Who has already helped the team win some games while not being a liability.

 

[Islanders4Cups]

Beast mode today from Marty Marts and stopping a potential Game killing goal there vs the Avs.

 

[MattMartin]

Remember the time we did the now Charmin soft Leafs a favor taking him off their hands? I love this man.

 

[eoin92]

Remember the time we did the now Charmin soft Leafs a favor taking him off their hands? I love this man.

Remember when he received a standing ovation his first game back with the Leafs? Class act, hard worker.

 

[MJF]

I was 100% wrong to rag on Lou about trading for Matt Martin. He is a different player when he puts on an Islanders jersey.

 

[Wanderson]

I also disliked the trade when it was announced. Time to eat my words. Martin is a difference maker.

 

[Joedoggy]

Matty Marts is the man

 

[imetbossy]

Watch what he does in the playoffs - heads will roll !

 

[Tres Peleches]

While it was the right move to walk away from that contract at the time, Matt Martin bleeds blue and orange. He’s an Islander through and through

 

[Newsworthy]

Agreed. Point is - as it stands - the Islanders are not necessarily in a good situation regarding the cap. Lou working magic is most certainly a possibility (a welcome one!) but far from guaranteed. A lot of work to do.

this is why I dislike the Hickey and Komarov deal.
time to let Eberle, Flip, and Nelson walk

 

[The Winter Soldier]

I also disliked the trade when it was announced. Time to eat my words. Martin is a difference maker.

He's been more than anyone could ask for this season. Lou abused Dumbas on this deal.