Player Discussion Travis Hamonic (D)

[PlayersLtd]

I really like the thought of Hamonic on the third pair but I feel like he is going to be looking for one of two things that we can't offer- either an AAV exceeding + - $2.25M or term.

We need a situation like when we re-signed Holden but even better- less AAV than expected, minimal term. I think that's going to be a tough sell to Hamonic as he might be looking for his sunset deal.

Also, considering he has been a more than adequate partner for Sando, and a good teammate all around, I think we can say at this point that he was worth the 3rd rd pick.

 

[JD1]

If they don't find another RD they could play JBD next yr on the right side along with Zub & sign Hamonic for another yr.

And I suspect that is exactly what the plan is.

Sanderson Zub shut down
Chabot JBD
Brannstrom Hamonic

With Branny providing the puck moving and Hamonic the nasty on the 3rd pair.

Sanderson, Zub, Hamonic and JBD as primary PKers

Chabot Sanderson as primary PPers

Brannstrom stepping into PK or PP time as injuries dictate

 

[The Devilish Buffoon]

 

[Sens With Benefits]

I've honestly really liked him this year. He has a lost a step as he's gotten older, but he can be a mean SOB in front of the net and will block any shot. I'd bring him back on a much cheaper contract.

 

[Daffy]

I've liked Hamonic too. I would love to bring him back on a short term deal. He's tough as nails and a warrior. Think he will he much improved on the 3rd pairing.

 

[BankStreetParade]

I've honestly really liked him this year. He has a lost a step as he's gotten older, but he can be a mean SOB in front of the net and will block any shot. I'd bring him back on a much cheaper contract.

I've liked Hamonic too. I would love to bring him back on a short term deal. He's tough as nails and a warrior. Think he will he much improved on the 3rd pairing.

Yep, there's a magic number that works for the Sens and with Holden probably not re-signed there's a gap for veteran leadership on the back end. A spot that would suit him very, very well. Just have to make sure he's playing as the #6/#7 and not in anymore of a prominent role than that next year.

 

[Sens With Benefits]

Two goals tonight too! Let's go!!

 

[bicboi64]

His ability to get a shot on net is probably his best, albeit underrated asset

 

[Sens With Benefits]

His ability to get a shot on net is probably his best, albeit underrated asset

Agreed, he gets pucks to the net, never super heavy but they are on target.

 

[Samsquanch]

His ability to get a shot on net is probably his best, albeit underrated asset

Yeah we have had no shortage of dmen that make you cringe when they attempt a shot over these last years. But Hamonic isn't one of them, surprisingly enough.

 

[Senovision]

He is playing better. I hope they sign him.

 

[coladin]

Respect.

 

[bicboi64]

Hamonic out here tryna prove he's worth another $3 million deal

 

[KingAlfie11]

Travis has been amazing lately man, so impress by his play

 

[Dionysus]

Great play by Hammer lately. Plays his role to a T and produces offense with his shot.

 

[PlayItAgain]

He’s the type of guy I can see elevating his game in the playoffs. I hope we can keep him for the bottom pairing next year

 

[aragorn]

Hamonic has been good all yr & a great mentor for Sanderson.

 

[Sens of Anarchy]

 

[NB613]

He’s the type of guy I can see elevating his game in the playoffs. I hope we can keep him for the bottom pairing next year

Hoping we can get him for Holden money next year. Fine with a 2 year deal at low aav

 

[Sens of Anarchy]

Hoping we can get him for Holden money next year. Fine with a 2 year deal at low aav

maybe not that low but I can see him taking less to stay with his family etc.. rather than pack it up and move..
I have no idea what kind of value he'd have on the open Market but probably close to 3 I would guess.
He turns 33 in August so .. the term is also a factor. No more than 2 imo. I'd be ok with 2-2.5 AAV without doing a complete analysis of the team cap

 

[armani]

The Hammer has been great of late, I hope he doesn’t cost much to re-sign as a bottom pairing veteran.

 

[Ice-Tray]

The Hammer has been great of late, I hope he doesn’t cost much to re-sign as a bottom pairing veteran.

You can see that he is the most physical D we have, Chych for all his size and strength isn’t really a physical player (Still stoked we have him).

 

[armani]

This guy is so unheralded in these parts, The Hammer has had a sneaky good season, with a much stronger 2nd half. Would like him extended for a reasonable price. He's like Boro only much better at hockey.

 

[coladin]

Hope they can find a way to bring him back around 2M, maybe give him 2 yrs

Hope they can find a way to bring him back around 2M, maybe give him 2 yrs

 

[Sens of Anarchy]

Loved his toothless grin looking back to the bench after he lays a perfect pass for Timmy's one timer.