New York Post: Maple Leafs might be interested in acquiring Wade Redden

[hockeywiz542]

http://www.nypost.com/p/sports/rangers/buyout_set_for_redden_LNwnmMHmIfPDSzinwPqerI

Players in the minor leagues (or Europe) did not count against the cap in the expired collective bargaining agreement. The new agreement tacks on cap costs for players in the AHL on one-way contracts.

With compliance buyouts originally unavailable until after this season, the Rangers had asked Redden to remain home rather than play in the AHL and risk an injury that would prevent the club from exercising the postseason buyout.

The NHLPA, which had been part of the conversation, joined more actively when the Canadiens made the same request of Scott Gomez. With the possibility of a union grievance looming, the NHL and NHLPA yesterday completed adoption of the “accelerated†mechanism.

Teams have two compliance buyouts available between now and the end of June 2014. As designed, postseason buyouts will not count against the cap.

The Bruins, Panthers, Senators and Maple Leafs have indicated at least some preliminary interest in Redden. The Rangers’ cap charge will not be affected if Redden plays in the league this year.

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[Hero]

I don't see why not. Low risk, high reward.

 

[ChuckWoods]

Pretty sure Ottawa has ZERO interest in acquiring Wade Redden.

Which to me, means this guy pulled this list of teams out of a hat.


But for discussions sake, I don't see why we acquire Wade Redden when we already have plenty of other options for "depth" defence within our system.

 

[Mess]

I could see interest from the Leafs on Redden, particularly at his price $1 mil.

He would be an upgrade on what we have now.

 

[Parkdale]

Definitely worth a look. Any contract would be short term and minimal. Plus I like the thought of sticking it to the Sens.

 

[johnny_rudeboy]

I rather stick Rielly in the line up prematurely then sign Redden. Best thing would do to do neither and rely on what we have, that included those in the AHL currently.

 

[HockeyGuruPitka]

Would fellow leaf fans have any interest in Gomez? Just curious. Guy has been a #1C in the NHL. For some reason i feel like getting him on a line with Kessel and Lupul would be great for him. Also playing under Carlyle and on a new contract may alleviate the pressure he has felt, also remove any of his entitlement. Who knows, maybe Carlyle can get him back into form? I mean for the 900k per year, is it worth the trial?

this is only hypothetical, assuming we lose bozak and lombardi to trades.

 

[Confucius]

Pretty sure Ottawa has ZERO interest in acquiring Wade Redden.

Which to me, means this guy pulled this list of teams out of a hat.


But for discussions sake, I don't see why we acquire Wade Redden when we already have plenty of other options for "depth" defence within our system.

I'd rather give players in our system a shot. Redden's not a big deal.

 

[Parkdale]

I rather stick Rielly in the line up prematurely then sign Redden. Best thing would do to do neither and rely on what we have, that included those in the AHL currently.

I'm the other way around. Let's be realistic....this is not a playoff year for the Leafs so don't burn a year of Rielly's contract unnecessarily like the team did with Schenn.

 

[namttebih]

Would fellow leaf fans have any interest in Gomez? Just curious. Guy has been a #1C in the NHL. For some reason i feel like getting him on a line with Kessel and Lupul would be great for him. Also playing under Carlyle and on a new contract may alleviate the pressure he has felt, also remove any of his entitlement. Who knows, maybe Carlyle can get him back into form? I mean for the 900k per year, is it worth the trial?

this is only hypothetical, assuming we lose bozak and lombardi to trades.

http://hfboards.mandatory.com/showthread.php?t=1324355

 

[namttebih]

I'd rather give players in our system a shot. Redden's not a big deal.

He's a freebee. Maybe he's not a top pairing Dman anymore but definately an upgrade.(especially for league mins)

 

[ACC1224]

Someone will sign him cheap for the Year. Can't see the Leafs doing it though.

 

[Pi]

Why would you not give a chance to an experienced defenseman?

I want Rielly back in junior this year. No point burning one year of his ELC, especially since he's only played like 30 WHL games in the last two years combined.

 

[Budsfan]

Pretty sure Ottawa has ZERO interest in acquiring Wade Redden.

Which to me, means this guy pulled this list of teams out of a hat.


But for discussions sake, I don't see why we acquire Wade Redden when we already have plenty of other options for "depth" defence within our system.

I agree, Redden was a premier defenceman at one time but we have plenty D players now and adding him for depth is not necessary.

 

[Pi]

I agree, Redden was a premier defenceman at one time but we have plenty D players now and adding him for depth is not necessary.

I don't know..I think I'd feel better if he played over Komisarek

We have a ton of cap space next year and even more if we buy Komisarek out.

 

[ACC1224]

I don't know..I think I'd feel better if he played over Komisarek

We have a ton of cap space next year and even more if we buy Komisarek out.

Not saying you're wrong but what are you basing that on?

 

[leafsfuture]

Why would you not give a chance to an experienced defenseman?

I want Rielly back in junior this year. No point burning one year of his ELC, especially since he's only played like 30 WHL games in the last two years combined.

I want him back in Junior too, but if Gardiner is back within lets say a couple of weeks, why sign a defenceman like Redden?

With Jake back, this is our depth:
Phaneuf -- Gunnar
Liles -- Gardiner
Holzer -- Franson
Komisarek

You add Redden to that and it could potentially create more headaches.

Dont get me wrong, Redden is probably better than Holzer and Komi, but Komi has zero trade value and a heavy contract, while Holzer needs experience now if we want him to stay in North America

 

[IBLEAF]

hell no,give a marlie a shot

 

[htpwn]

Redden is just awful at this stage of his career. I'd much rather stick with the guys we have in our system.

 

[Stephen]

Can't we just sign Paul Ranger?

Anyway, at this point signing Redden is about a non move as Mike Mottau, so who cares?

 

[ACC1224]

Can't we just sign Paul Ranger?

Anyway, at this point signing Redden is about a non move as Mike Mottau, so who cares?

I recall seeing it on here that Ranger has said he isn't interested in the NHL yet.

 

[DD03]

Doesn't makes sense. We have enough NHL bodies as it is.

 

[Chandrashekhar Limit]

Doesn't makes sense. We have enough NHL bodies as it is.

On defense we barely have 7 atm. If you assume that we are buying out Komi in the summer, we will need another veteranish D to be our #7 guy. Redden would be a good gamble for that spot at 1 M. The reason why you sign him now is to make sure no one else gets him. Send down Holzer for the season, and bring him up when someone gets injured.

 

[Stats01]

If Komi is out for any time I wouldn't mind taking a flyer on him. What's the risk, he'll come extremely cheap. Low risk, high reward

 

[DaveT83*]

Redden/Komi pairing LOL Supreme Tank Commanders!!!!

While were at it - Is Toskala available?