Speculation: Pierre-Luc Dubois Mega thread. (LAK frontrunner, but Montreal has circled back)

[Junohockeyfan]

I’m a firm believer in karma. If a GM isn’t going to negotiate in good faith, then it comes back to haunt them.

Like the Rangers this year when Kane forced his way to them. Congrats on getting a huge steal, I hope you enjoyed your first round exit. It’s a moot point though since PLD is clearly out going to the Habs, but people remember these scenarios.

Who didn't negotiate in good faith? Who will be the victim of this karma? LOL

What is this?

 

[Richiebottles]

Maybe Vilardi doesn't want to be a Jet?

Does he have a NTC?

 

[Junohockeyfan]

Does he have a NTC?

He doesn't have a contract so he can't have a NTC

 

[Whileee]

Yep, if Winnipeg was rebuilding(which many fans want but alas) Montreal would have a good futures package. But they want the younger NHL roster players which makes no sense for the Habs right now.

Without including the #5 (2023) or 2024 1st, I don't think the Habs can put together a very attractive futures package. Beck, Mesar, etc are B-level prospects that wouldn't be considered strong components of a major rebuild.

 

[Galaxydoggystyle]

Does he have a NTC?

I believe he is a RFA and needs a new contract doesn't he? Maybe Vilardi isn't willing to sign an extension with the Jets? I am just saying my opinion this isn't some jab at the Jets or anything but the deal should have gone through by now after so much smoke a few hours ago.

 

[Gaylord Q Tinkledink]

I believe he is a RFA and needs a new contract doesn't he? Maybe Vilardi isn't willing to sign an extension with the Jets? I am just saying my opinion this isn't some jab at the Jets or anything but the deal should have gone through by now after so much smoke a few hours ago.

He is RFA.

 

[Jee]

zzz

 

[MardyBum]

I believe he is a RFA and needs a new contract doesn't he? Maybe Vilardi isn't willing to sign an extension with the Jets? I am just saying my opinion this isn't some jab at the Jets or anything but the deal should have gone through by now after so much smoke a few hours ago.

PLD is also an RFA and needs a new contract.

 

[FSL KINGS]

Maybe Vilardi doesn't want to be a Jet?

Sure, Vilardi is going to turn down a contract that is multiple times his career earnings & gives him a chance in the Top 6 & PP so he can breakout because he doesn't want to work in Winnipeg?

It's a possibility I guess.

 

[SCP Guy]

Maybe PLD’s bulldog does not like warm weather and had locked himself in his kennel since he had his heart set on Montreal?
PLD is too busy trying to get him out to talk to his agent….

 

[Ossific]

I believe the hold up is they are still negotiating the PLD extension numbers

 

[Romang67]

Could the issue be that PLD thinks they should be called LES Kings? LA is singular.

 

[kinghock]

Some attitude! I come here offering to solve all of your problems and give you a Cup winner and this is what I get. Forget it then. I'll peddle them somewhere else.

Please, do not solve all our problems.
We need to have something to think about.

 

[Junohockeyfan]

I believe the hold up is they are still negotiating the PLD extension numbers

I would have thought this would be quick. 8.5M x 8. Not sure who is causing the roadblock.

 

[kinghock]

I'd take Pinelle over Turcotte

Kings want to get Samberg and Lambert as well.

 

[gojetsgo]

I would have thought this would be quick. 8.5M x 8. Not sure who is causing the roadblock.

money, signing bonuses, ntc are probably all being negotiated back and forth so may take longer then a few hours

 

[Ossific]

Kings want to get Samberg and Lambert as well.

Sorry, did you say Stanley and Harkins? Not a problem!

 

[kinghock]

Sorry, did you say Stanley and Harkins? Not a problem!

no, I did not

 

[Junohockeyfan]

money, signing bonuses, ntc are probably all being negotiated back and forth so may take longer then a few hours

Unless there's a bigger deal to be had involving Helle.

 

[Romang67]

Could the issue be that PLD thinks they should be called LES Kings? LA is singular.

Added picture for clarity.

 

[Captain97]

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Added picture for clarity.

Maybe he's confused by Kings being a feminine noun.

In all seriousness I'm assuming the hold up is Dubois wants to get paid and that Briason and LA's front office are negotiating the contract.

 

[Canadienna]

I’m a firm believer in karma. If a GM isn’t going to negotiate in good faith, then it comes back to haunt them.

Like the Rangers this year when Kane forced his way to them.

There's no bad faith on Hughes's part. He's not required to pay big assets for a player.

Nor on the Rangers for being the team that Kane wanted to go to.

 

[pegcity]

This is the part that stuns me the most. Why aren't the Jets planning a rebuild and triggering it with the PLD trade?? Why not demand Byfield and other young assets? I like Vilardi, don't get me wrong, but i think the Jets should be rebuilding given the pending exodus of players that want out.

Because they are not trying to rebuild. They are trying to compete for a playoff spot next year (rightly or wrongly).

I believe the hold up is they are still negotiating the PLD extension numbers

This

 

[LouJersey]

PLD going to ruin the Kings

 

[pegcity]

What are we thinking? Dubois, Harkins for Iafallo, Vilardi and one or two prospects (not named Brandt)