NHL: Around the League 53

[ChiHawks10]

90% of Facebook is bullshit and misinformation.

Stupid people propagating stupid shit.

 

[crazyhawk]

It's early no doubt but Yakumchuk has been turning heads with his play so far this preseason for Ottawa. Concensus was he was drafted much sooner than he should have been but so far at least he is showing maturity, buckets of skill and yes even half decent skating in his NHL games to date. Let's hope Lev can match and overtake in time!

 

[Blackhawkswincup]

https://x.com/i/web/status/1841828692013518883

Neely vs Swayman shades of Milbury v Salo

 

[DisgruntledHawkFan]

It's a business. Don't be thin skinned about it. But if you are gonna squeeze guys when you have the leverage expect to be squeezed when they do. Been saying it for a decade. Go full Vegas cut throat or try and build a culture like Tampa. Anything in-between is a mistake.

 

[Kevin Musto]

Seems more and more like Bruins will have to part ways with Swayman

 

[Kevin Musto]

Anyone paying attention to Adam Klapka?

Having a good preseason, but the kicker is that he's 6'8" and a fast mover. Very intriguing package.

 

[Mrfenn92]

Utah names Clayton Keller captian

 

[No Fun Shogun]

NHL teams trolling each other online again?

 

[Kevin Musto]

What a pleasant locker room they must have...

https://x.com/i/web/status/1842363189444428020

 

[Drumman44]

What a pleasant locker room they must have...

https://x.com/i/web/status/1842363189444428020

I can’t believe MLSE let that see the light of day

 

[GIADF]

I can’t believe MLSE let that see the light of day

My first reaction was this has to be one of those AI spoofs because no way someone actually released that for the public to see and hear that clearly.

 

[Mrfenn92]

Swayman signs 8 years $8.25 million aav

 

[Blackhawkswincup]

https://x.com/i/web/status/1842916337779368274

I would say Swayman, his agent and goalies around league are big winners here

Also, LOL at some B fans who were pretending he was worst person in world and downplaying his abilities because of contract dispute now having to change tune since he has signed for 8 years

 

[bwanajamba]

I'm not saying there was a winning hand for Sweeney here, but if there was, badmouthing Swayman in the media and then caving in a week later was definitely not it

 

[Kevin Musto]

Swayman bent the Bruins over

Good for him

 

[x Tame Impala]

I think it’s realistically a fair contract. Swayman has to prove he can consistently carry a full regular season and be a dominant goalie, which he hasn’t yet. Based on what we’ve seen from him the last two years he’s played like a very good goalie.

This is good for both sides. Swayman may end up proving to be worth a higher AAV but he’s making up for it in the short term with a guaranteed contract.

 

[DisgruntledHawkFan]

I think it’s realistically a fair contract. Swayman has to prove he can consistently carry a full regular season and be a dominant goalie, which he hasn’t yet. Based on what we’ve seen from him the last two years he’s played like a very good goalie.

This is good for both sides. Swayman may end up proving to be worth a higher AAV but he’s making up for it in the short term with a guaranteed contract.

Giving eight years and eight million to a f***ing goalie is insane if you're not sure he can be the guy.

 

[BobbyJet]

I think it’s realistically a fair contract. Swayman has to prove he can consistently carry a full regular season and be a dominant goalie, which he hasn’t yet. Based on what we’ve seen from him the last two years he’s played like a very good goalie.

This is good for both sides. Swayman may end up proving to be worth a higher AAV but he’s making up for it in the short term with a guaranteed contract.

My take: It is about time that Bruins management is put in their place. They have been pitching hardball against players for years and underpaying players. Swayman had them by the short and curlies and they knew it, and they had to cave.

 

[ChiHawks10]

I think it’s realistically a fair contract. Swayman has to prove he can consistently carry a full regular season and be a dominant goalie, which he hasn’t yet. Based on what we’ve seen from him the last two years he’s played like a very good goalie.

This is good for both sides. Swayman may end up proving to be worth a higher AAV but he’s making up for it in the short term with a guaranteed contract.

This can't be a serious post, right? Giving a goalie 8x8m+ is f***ing insanity. IDK if I'd be willing to give 8x8+ to a goalie who has won a Vezina, let alone someone as unproven as Swayman..

 

[GIADF]

I don't think it's the bad of a contract. Average the last 3 years out and he's started 40 games per and been near the top of the league at his position. He is entering his physical prime as he turns 26 next month so will be 26-34 during this contract.

Asking him to start 10-12 more games so he can have be in line with other top starting goalies from a games started perspective isn't some monumental ask.

Not to mention he elevated his game come playoff time and fully took control of the starting role.

 

[Hawkaholic]

I think he's a system goalie. Put him in most other places and he is average at best. I've never been a fan of teams paying goalies big money, and this wont end well, more than likely, just like every other big goalie contract signed in the last 5 years.

 

[Blackhawkswincup]

https://x.com/i/web/status/1843295423278260611

Interesting that Luchanko made Flyers opening night roster

 

[Clownish]

https://x.com/i/web/status/1843295423278260611

Interesting that Luchanko made Flyers opening night roster

Blackhawks legend Nick Seeler is still going strong. Kudos!

 

[Mrfenn92]

Blackhawks legend Nick Seeler is still going strong. Kudos!

4 year extension