Proposal: The Devils desperately need goaltending, and are willing to overpay

[Guffman]

Not really, I want elite CH today, not just a bit better than we have Vanecek version of CH

That’s like dismissing Connor McDavid because he hasn’t had an elite start to the season.

 

[Zajacs Bowl Cut]

That’s like dismissing Connor McDavid because he hasn’t had an elite start to the season.

...which is essentially the same thing you're doing with Meier, even though he has 10 points in 13 games.

You're all over the place. Make up your mind.

 

[wintersej]

the Devils are missing their top 2 centers (one of whom is an MVP candidate) lol of course the lineup is gonna look bad.

Maybe think before you try to be 'funny'?

also lol @ using +/- for literally anything in 2023.

Boston fans scoff at your missing top 2 centers excuses.

 

[Guffman]

Hellebuyck oozes confidence: “My details are RIGHT!”

Hellebuyck | 23.11.13 | Winnipeg Jets

Ignore the stats boys… Hellebuyck knows his game is elite. Watch tonight’s clinic and you will be forced to agree!

 

[Zajacs Bowl Cut]

Boston fans scoff at your missing top 2 centers excuses.

Boston constructed their team like that on purpose

 

[Guffman]

...which is essentially the same thing you're doing with Meier, even though he has 10 points in 13 games.

You're all over the place. Make up your mind.

Meier is on a new team, new situation, a new contract that demands performance… and he seems to be struggling with it.

This is completely different from the two Connor’s.

 

[wintersej]

Hey at least I wasn’t far off. I definitely think something could be worked out between Boston and NJ. If Casey is somewhat off limits (I still don’t quite understand why) I would be curious to see what else NJ would offer on top of a 1st.

I don’t think the Bruins would have any interest in Holtz with Lysell in the picture.

But back to Casey, doesn’t it make sense to cash in on him with the log-jam they have at RHD? Not to mention how difficult it is for a player of his stature to defend at the highest level

Ullmark has gone 71-17-4 with a .928 and a 2.15 since 2021-22. Those are better than Brodeur numbers, but apparently the Devils 3rd best young D prospect if off limits lol.

 

[Zajacs Bowl Cut]

Meier is on a new team, new situation, a new contract that demands performance… and he seems to be struggling with it.

This is completely different from the two Connor’s.

Timo Meier is on pace for like 65 points. I think most Devils fans though they were getting a 65-70 point power forward when he was acquired.

You are acting as if this dude is on pace for 30.

Ullmark has gone 71-17-4 with a .928 and a 2.15 since 2021-22. Those are better than Brodeur numbers, but apparently the Devils 3rd best young D prospect if off limits lol.

he is 30 years old and would need a new contract soon

my question to you is if he is such a great player, why would Boston fans consider trading him.............?

 

[wintersej]

Timo Meier is on pace for like 65 points. I think most Devils fans though they were getting a 65-70 point power forward when he was acquired.

You are acting as if this dude is on pace for 30.



he is 30 years old and would need a new contract soon

my question to you is if he is such a great player, why would Boston fans consider trading him.............?

Because they are resource rich at the position come on be serious.

 

[Guffman]

Timo Meier is on pace for like 65 points. I think most Devils fans though they were getting a 65-70 point power forward when he was acquired.

You are acting as if this dude is on pace for 30.

I think Ruff was looking at more things than his point projection when he benched him. I guess Ruff has more expectations for Timo than Devils fans do.

 

[Smitty426]

That’s like dismissing Connor McDavid because he hasn’t had an elite start to the season.

Enjoy him and his long lengthy contract

 

[Volica]

Markstrom makes a lot of sense.
2 years after this at 6M, but he looks excellent. He’s been the only reason Calgary hasn’t lost every game by 6 goals most nights.

 

[Zajacs Bowl Cut]

I think Ruff was looking at more things than his point projection when he benched him. I guess Ruff has more expectations for Timo than Devils fans do.

Lindy Ruff sucks. I don't care what he thinks. He is one of the biggest problems with this team.

 

[CellyHard]

Ullmark has gone 71-17-4 with a .928 and a 2.15 since 2021-22. Those are better than Brodeur numbers, but apparently the Devils 3rd best young D prospect if off limits lol.

Like what I said I’m trying to figure it out. I get them being high on him…the kid definitely has potential but if you’re trying to get your hands on one of the best goalies in the league you gotta play ball.

 

[Bood12]

Your best prospect and 2 first round picks for Sorokin

 

[Forge]

Ullmark for an NJ 1st and Seamus Casey

Not sure where Casey fits on the right side of the Devils defense with Nemec in the mix

Bruins have Shattenkirk for the year and Ian Mitchell in the fold but Casey would hopefully compete for a spot next year

A lot of devils fans are very attached to Casey so you'll get pushback. I said the same in the helle thread over the summer.

I don't think you'd get the first and Casey, but it's a starting point of negotiations. I'm largely fine with putting Casey in play.

 

[JackTColton]

Markstrom makes a lot of sense.

2 years after this at 6M, but he looks excellent. He’s been the only reason Calgary hasn’t lost every game by 6 goals most nights.

Agreed. No better time to start that fire sale in Calgary!

 

[Hischier and Hughes]

Ullmark for an NJ 1st and Seamus Casey

Not sure where Casey fits on the right side of the Devils defense with Nemec in the mix

Bruins have Shattenkirk for the year and Ian Mitchell in the fold but Casey would hopefully compete for a spot next year

thats awful!!

NJ isnt giving up two 1sts for a year and a half of a goaltender

maybe if Jack and Nico were 34 and 32 respectively..

 

[Guffman]

Guffman Scouting Report

Schmid was just terrible. Fives goals given up with a miserable 0.833 save percentage. Frankly, those stats flattered Schmid as the Jets pinged at least three other shots past him only to be saved by the crossbar/posts.

The Devils couldn’t even shelter their bad goaltender as their team is just soft. What a train wreck.

Hellebuyck oozes confidence: “My details are RIGHT!”

Hellebuyck | 23.11.13 | Winnipeg Jets

Ignore the stats boys… Hellebuyck knows his game is elite. Watch tonight’s clinic and you will be forced to agree!

Honestly, I had big balls posting that bulletin board material in this thread but my man backed me up despite the pressure I put on him.

From the New Jersey game thread:

“Good job holding onto mercer and holtz tom and not addressing the f***ing goaltending. great job.”

Yes, great job indeed. As you all should recall, I discussed a Hellebuyck to New Jersey trade this offseason. I brought up Mercer and you all lost your minds. Holtz was also a tough ask but you all seemed content to stick with Schmid and VV because “look at the Vegas model!!”

It didn’t work out. Repeat after me… “Guffman was right”.

BTW… for any Sabres fans lingering around and dismissing Hellebuyck because you had wunderkid Devon Levi… he got yanked tonight after giving up 5 goals with a laughable .722 save %. Jets vs Sabres this Friday… I will be sure to give a scouting report on that upcoming mess.

 

[Fatass]

Guffman Scouting Report

Schmid was just terrible. Fives goals given up with a miserable 0.833 save percentage. Frankly, those stats flattered Schmid as the Jets pinged at least three other shots past him only to be saved by the crossbar/posts.

The Devils couldn’t even shelter their bad goaltender as their team is just soft. What a train wreck.



Honestly, I had big balls posting that bulletin board material in this thread but my man backed me up despite the pressure I put on him.

From the New Jersey game thread:

“Good job holding onto mercer and holtz tom and not addressing the f***ing goaltending. great job.”

Yes, good job indeed. As you all should recall, I discussed a Hellebuyck to New Jersey trade this offseason. I brought up Mercer and you all lost your minds. Holtz was also a tough ask but you all seemed content to stick with Schmid and VV because “look at the Vegas model!!”

It didn’t work out. Repeat after me… “Guffman was right”.

BTW… for any Sabres fans lingering around and dismissing Hellebuyck because you had wunderkid Devon Levi… he got yanked tonight after giving up 5 goals with a laughable .722 save %. Jets vs Sabres this Friday… I will be sure to give a scouting report on that upcoming mess.

Sabres are in serious trouble.

 

[Bond]

Markstrom stole the game tonight for the Flames. He’s all yours New Jersey for a 2nd or 3rd.

 

[Guffman]

Sabres are in serious trouble.

It’s really sad, honestly. They haven’t made the playoffs since 2010/11 season and after all these years of misery, they finally acquired a bunch of young, skilled players only for their GM to not finish the job and leave a gaping hole in their net… and Sabres fans applauded that decision this offseason.

 

[dirtydanglez]

i think it's at the point where even the nj fans that were in the deepest in denial have to admit other were right about their goaltending. the current nj duo isn't going to cut it and they missed a golden opportunity this offseason to land a great goaltender.

 

[dirtydanglez]

Wow so much better!

how'd hellebuyck look last night?

By that logic then Palats cosistent and elite play during the playoffs makes everything you said a load of dung.

palat had 1g 1a -8 vs the hurricanes last playoffs. i think some citisism is fair.

 

[Jerzey Devil]

i think it's at the point where even the nj fans that were in the deepest in denial have to admit other were right about their goaltending. the current nj duo isn't going to cut it and they missed a golden opportunity this offseason to land a great goaltender.

I’ll admit I’m not as confident in “outscoring bad goaltending” as I was even with our top two centers injured. They both played well enough last year to earn our trust but obviously things aren’t going as we thought.

Mercer had a great game last night by the way and he looks like he’s back to normal . That being said I’d probably now include him in a trade for a top goalie if one becomes available.