Roster Building XIX - Did we blow the deadline? Need to ask the magic 8-ball

[Boom Boom Apathy]

Re: Necas. If the guy wants to move on, then you move on from him. While I've never played anything close to professional sports, pretty much all of my experiences in teams and work places are if a person really doesn't want to be there, you are better off moving on from them, and they are better off as well.

Doesn't mean he's a bad guy, or that the Canes did anything wrong. I just think he wants more of an opportunity because his paycheck will suffer as he doesn't get it. These guys don't make it to the NHL if they aren't super competitive.

A couple of years ago, Trocheck was quoted as saying that Rod was the best coach he's ever played for, yet it didn't stop him from doing what was best for him personally, and I don't blame him.

Tony, at his exit interview, said he had nothing bad to say about Brindy, but he wants to play and he's going to try to go to a spot where he can play.

I view Necas the same way and hold no ill will toward him, but think the Canes should move on from him if he truly wants to move on.

On the flip side, if it's just a negotiation ploy, then they'll work it out.

 

[Nikishin Go Boom]

I'm curious what everyone thinks Lindholm is going to get in FA?

Dreger thinks 8+ million per. That’s about 1.5 million too much

 

[SlavinAway]

Dreger thinks 8+ million per. That’s about 1.5 million too much

I agree, especially anything long term.

A lot of people on the main board seem adamant he won't get 8+ but being the only C on the market I do think someone is going to end up way overpaying.

 

[SvechneJerk]

I feel like we'd have to add another significant piece to even sniff getting him...and even then he may be a non-starter

For Cooley, I agree. I think Guenther is gettable & would be a nice add.

 

[SlavinAway]

For Cooley, I agree. I think Guenther is gettable & would be a nice add.

Is this a hypothetical Necas trade?

 

[TheReelChuckFletcher]

Dreger thinks 8+ million per. That’s about 1.5 million too much

You could make an argument for Lindholm at 7M long-term, but not 8M IMO. He doesn't produce enough offensively to give him that much, even compared to someone like Horvat, and IMO Horvat's contract is still quite questionable.

 

[SvechneJerk]

Is this a hypothetical Necas trade?

Yea

 

[Chrispy]

I'm curious what everyone thinks Lindholm is going to get in FA?

I'm guessing it starts with an 8 from someone who really needs a C, like someone who needs him to be their 1C.

Columbus wouldn't surprise me paying up for Lindholm to play with Gaudreau again.

That's not to say I disagree with @TheReelChuckFletcher on what Lindholm should get, but I do think someone's going to overpay for him on July 1.

 

[Buenos Necas]

If he doesn't care where he ends up, it might start with an 8. For a decent team who still needs a center, I would guess closer to 7-7.5 range. I think you could make a good argument for something like 5x7m if he wanted to come back here, but that might be too rich for our taste.

 

[DaveG]

yep, as I said, I think we'll be in on Lindholm but Boston and Columbus are the teams to beat. Boston is already a strong team and has cap space. Columbus has cap space and his former linemate.

 

[Surrounded By Ahos]

yep, as I said, I think we'll be in on Lindholm but Boston and Columbus are the teams to beat. Boston is already a strong team and has cap space. Columbus has cap space and his former linemate.

You say that like we don't, Dave.

 

[chaz4hockey]

Nah, I don't think that's what it is. I think that they think Guentzel's game may age better than the typical 29-30 year old.

Agree, that was my point. First line was sarcasm.

 

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[Navin R Slavin]

Time for Tulsky to take his rightful place?

 

[Blueline Bomber]

Time for Tulsky to take his rightful place?

Either that or it's like it was last time, where we're letting Waddell gauge his worth, then getting Dundon to match.

 

[Buenos Necas]

Friedman hinted last week that Columbus might be interested in Waddell.

Would have to imagine it's Tulsky time.

 

[Nikishin Go Boom]

seeing how we are a management by committee, we probably need more than just a Waddell change.

 

[Unsustainable]

Maybe Don W will trade KK to CBus and take over there.

 

[Canes]

Maybe Don W will trade KK to CBus and take over there.

Yeah and do his new team a favor by attaching a first round pick to the deal. No conflict of interest there lol

 

[Lempo]

seeing how we are a mana by committee, we probably need more than just a Waddell change.

 

[Nikishin Go Boom]

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Pink dragon muppets would be an interesting choice for a GM

 

[poobags]

Who is TK… My mind goes to Tomas Kaberle lol

 

[Derailed75]

seeing how we are a mana by committee, we probably need more than just a Waddell change.

One of the best teams in the league5 years running, scorched earth approach seams right?

 

[CandyCanes]

If Tulsky or Darren Yorke are getting promoted I’m probably okay with Waddell leaving. That said Waddell will be missed. The guy is as nice as it gets. He’s always at PNC talking to fans. I’ve done some work with the Canes and been in and out of their offices. He goes around saying hello to all staff and asking how their days are going. Top notch guy.

 

[Chrispy]

Pink dragon muppets would be an interesting choice for a GM

Necas: "Play me at C or trade me."
New GM in his first week: