Value of: ROR to Winnipeg

[JKG33]

ROR signed at a discount for the Preds. I can't see Trotz trading him.

Also why do Jets fans seem to think Toews would actually want to come here?

 

[kylbaz]

ROR signed at a discount for the Preds. I can't see Trotz trading him.

Also why do Jets fans seem to think Toews would actually want to come here?

From here, close to family, chance at cup, finish career in your home town? Pretty silly question.

 

[glenngineer]

Someone on our broadcast team last night said you guys might be looking to add some size/grit to your d-corp. Can we send you Schenn too?

In all seriousness, while ROR has been a warrior in the past and had a solid year last season, I was worried he was slowing down then. This year, I feel like he's slowed down even more. I don't think he gets moved because what Trotz would want for his leadership and intangibles doesn't make up for his overall game taking a decent slide. If he loses another 1/4 step, he's done.

I'd be more than happy to move him to you guys as I think you're primed for a good run. I just don't see it in the cards as being good trade partners.

 

[Porter Stoutheart]

Someone on our broadcast team last night said you guys might be looking to add some size/grit to your d-corp. Can we send you Schenn too?

In all seriousness, while ROR has been a warrior in the past and had a solid year last season, I was worried he was slowing down then. This year, I feel like he's slowed down even more. I don't think he gets moved because what Trotz would want for his leadership and intangibles doesn't make up for his overall game taking a decent slide. If he loses another 1/4 step, he's done.

I'd be more than happy to move him to you guys as I think you're primed for a good run. I just don't see it in the cards as being good trade partners.

I wish we could elect you as the new GM in Nashville. But alas, I don't see Trotz being that perceptive. He is married to O'Reilly, possibly also to Schenn, and isn't going to change his mind on the wondrous leadership and intangibles value they bring to the Preds. Why, if it wasn't for them, the team might have been relegated to the AHL this year, who knows.

 

[glenngineer]

I wish we could elect you as the new GM in Nashville. But alas, I don't see Trotz being that perceptive. He is married to O'Reilly, possibly also to Schenn, and isn't going to change his mind on the wondrous leadership and intangibles value they bring to the Preds. Why, if it wasn't for them, the team might have been relegated to the AHL this year, who knows.

I appreciate the kind words. As luck would have it, I could start tomorrow as I'm currently out of work and need a job. It's funny, most of the players in the NHL have probably been leaders of their teams over the years. They've all probably played on each of the special teams.

It's funny that a guy like Toews can come into the league, be surrounded by some really good talents and go onto win a bunch of Cups. I know he's often mocked on HF for the "intangibles" but believe it or not, young kids can be leaders on a team, you don't need a veteran or veterans to teach leaders how to lead. It's something you either have or don't have. It's good to have mentors around to show the kids how to be professionals, but leadership is a different thing.

I still fault Poile for not getting better pros in here sooner. Notice what happened to Legwand when paired with Kariya? He became a different player for two years. I think bringing ROR in was a good move and at the same time, moving Duchene was poor.

It's frustrating to see how much we've depleted our depth this year because someone in the staff is seeing something we as the fans don't see. I don't have a lot of confidence in the staff right now.

I also have to wonder, why has Taylor not been given a shot but Hynes and Brunette have? Is Taylor getting these kids ready for the show? If not, why?

Being that this is a thread about ROR and the Peg, I think the Jets would have buyers remorse in this particular scenario. Thanks for coming to my Ted Talk.

 

[JKG33]

From here, close to family, chance at cup, finish career in your home town? Pretty silly question.

Has he ever spent any significant time here since going pro? As far as I know he's mostly been in either Chicago or Arizona.

I think he signs in Vegas (strong MB connection in that org, closer to where he spends time in the southwest), or other real contenders like Colorado or Dallas.

Pretty silly to assume he'd just want to come here. I know I'm from here and it's the last place I'd wanna play.

 

[kylbaz]

Has he ever spent any significant time here since going pro? As far as I know he's mostly been in either Chicago or Arizona.

I think he signs in Vegas (strong MB connection in that org, closer to where he spends time in the southwest), or other real contenders like Colorado or Dallas.

Pretty silly to assume he'd just want to come here. I know I'm from here and it's the last place I'd wanna play.

You also don't play professional hockey. And maybe he doesn't want to come here, but you questioned it like it's some random idea, and I explained why he would want to come here.
A lot of people move and never come back and others move and come home. Who knows what he's thinking but it's not outrageous to think he might come back.

 

[Buffdog]

Has he ever spent any significant time here since going pro? As far as I know he's mostly been in either Chicago or Arizona.

I think he signs in Vegas (strong MB connection in that org, closer to where he spends time in the southwest), or other real contenders like Colorado or Dallas.

Pretty silly to assume he'd just want to come here. I know I'm from here and it's the last place I'd wanna play.

He has a beautiful cabin on Lake of the Woods, so yes

 

[CanMerc]

This new update sucks

 

[Petes2424]

It really is ROR’s team in Nashville. If he’s being moved, that means the whole thing is likely crashing down. Don’t see that being the case this year, but it would be a great fit in Winnipeg.

 

[cneely]

Fit wise... I agree. ROR to Peg does feel like a great fit.

I'd think that trade starts with Pegs best prospect.

Something like ROR for Nashville's choice of Yager, Lambert or Barlow + 2025 1st (top 12 protected, but currently projected as 30th overall) + Ville Heinola (youngish throw in).

WTF???