Speculation: Toews and Kane possibly traded this summer
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I think it's a little symbolic as well - that "turning the page" or "starting the next chapter" type of thing with everything that's been going on. While they've stepped in a large pile of shit, I do want to see the organization begin the climb back to normalcy. Not that Toews or Kane had anything to do with anything but this would be one of the final moves to really "start fresh". That said, it gives both another chance to compete which I'm sure they would appreciate.
Not sure what Patty Kane to the Penguins would look like but man alive would I love that.
Not sure what Patty Kane to the Penguins would look like but man alive would I love that.
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They probably wouldnt move together.
But honestly I think they both stay. Even with someone as great as Kane still is, you can tell his presence is helping the young players there
But honestly I think they both stay. Even with someone as great as Kane still is, you can tell his presence is helping the young players there
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Toews will most likely retire. He should after his last concussion.
kane is of value to a contender.
kane is of value to a contender.
thesaadfather
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Kane already said this week the he would like to finish his career with the Hawks. Don’t see either moving truthfully, unless Toews wants to sign elsewhere in FA.
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It's untrue and the posters oblivious I guess. How do they know Kanes dealing with an injury? Because he openly said so and it was reported.
Kane admits nagging injury isn't 'completely healed'
Toews deep dives if it was long covid or what with his autoimmune issue isn't prodded but that'd be going an extra step. It's not like a secret he was out with a concussion the past month
Yeah I wouldn't put much weight into what they say publicly. Nobody thought keith would get moved but things change...
Once the season wraps up and they have had time to rethink there situation and see what possibilities could be out there then anything is possible. Kane I could see headed to the rangers. Toews will probably be ltir for the season
Kaners Bald Spot
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It's anyone's guess what Toews wants to do next season. He's clearly done, but idk if he's accepted that yet.
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Even at 50%, what "contender" has 5.250 in cap space for a bottom 6 center?
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It would have to be a 3 way deal with a team like Arizona retaining again to make it palatable.
I think he'd be ok at 3.5 for one year. He's still a defensively responsible 3C at this point.
I agree, once he got that massive contract he hasn't been the same player and imo last year when he was out chicago seemed to play better. I think toews is a cancer on that lockerroom...
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KevinRedkey
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IF Ottawa decides to buy-out Colin White, I could see them trying to trade him to Chicago (or another team in a more complex deal) in exchange for retaining 50% of Toews' cap (5.250) after his bonus is paid.
Instead of being stuck with a buy-out of 0.875 for 6yrs (5.250 total), they would only be on the hook for 1.450 of Toews for 1 year.
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Is there a specific reason Toews needs to be moved? i.e do the Blackhawks need to make room for some upcoming contracts? Might just make sense to let his contract run out but retain 50% on Kane to maximize the return on him. Should still be able to net a decent return.
Ledge And Dairy
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I would take him at 5.25M over Monahan. He's still one of the best faceoff guys and shutdown centers in the entire league
Definitely agree. Isles want to retool and keep contending but too many pieces I think we need to be moved out to acquire Kane. I can still dream.
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Why so serious?
Some major retention and/or cap dumps is the only way I can see them being moved. Kane would have some decent value but toews could be tricky. Maybe a deadline move next year?
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50% retention would cost Chicago $4.03m in real cash across two seasons, which shouldn't be prohibitive. Maybe something around Toews @$5.25m for Compher ($3.5m) would work for both sides.
