Value of: What do Panthers do??

[Petes2424]

With no draft capital whatsoever, and being up against the cap, what are the Panthers actual options, to upgrade, before or at the deadline?

Would they trade Knight? He’s likely their best piece at the moment, plus moving him, brings some much needed cap relief, with his over $3 million buried.

Is there only other real option, moving Samoskevich?

They’re going to be a real interesting team leading up to the deadline. If they think they have another run in them, they’ll upgrade. The problem is, they’re running low on assets. It’ll be interesting to see if they’re ready to move Knight, and because of his issues, would anyone be comfortable taking the $4.5 million?? Chicago?

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[ShootIt]

IMO, not forseeing any injuries, Panthers really just need to address the 3rd line RW spot.
Get Cousins to the 4th line full time and get someone with a hint of scoring touch.

I don't think Zito is desperate to move Knight, even with his recent production in the AHL/cap hit. His value is at an all time low anyways.

Doubt they consider moving Samoskevich unless the player they are getting is cheap/has term/uspide.

I expect a minor trade(s) to bolster the roster.

 

[Jared Dunn]

Unless there's something I'm not seeing on capfriendly they can add 6 million in cap hit at the deadline. I don't think they have any intent of moving Knight, probably don't have the assets to land a big fish like Lindholm or Hanifin but I could see them adding a middle six forward and maybe a #4/5 D

 

[DingDongCharlie]

With no draft capital whatsoever, and being up against the cap, what are the Panthers actual options, to upgrade, before or at the deadline?

Would they trade Knight? He’s likely their best piece at the moment, plus moving him, brings some much needed cap relief, with his over $3 million buried.

Is there only other real option, moving Samoskevich?

They’re going to be a real interesting team leading up to the deadline. If they think they have another run in them, they’ll upgrade. The problem is, they’re running low on assets. It’ll be interesting to see if they’re ready to move Knight, and because of his issues, would anyone be comfortable taking the $4.5 million?? Chicago?

They don't really have any holes. They have a pretty decent healthy scratched D in Mikkola right now. Maybe another 3rd line winger and they have cap space for an addition at the deadline. The team is really solid top to bottom. They are a team that would get away with adding a guy like the Oilers did in Bjugstad last deadline for a 3rd and prospect.

Jack Roslovic, Dominik Kubalik or Anthony Duclair could be depth options for likely a 4th rounder, maybe 3rd rounder tops if the market is bare. Maybe they take a swing at a guy like Tarasenko. Much like Monahan and Henrique I see these guys going for a 2nd +. Really don't think not having a 1st would hamper them making some additions.

 

[TheImpatientPanther]

Don't see a big swing this year, likely a middle 6 player (buy low on a struggling shooter or more 2 way player with above average shooting).

Forsling and Reinhart are likely his top two decisions on UFAs, Montour won't command as much as last year because of injury limiting this year in production.

I also don't see Knight moved.
I think one of Bob or Ekblad being moved in July, more so Ekblad as Bob has become a lot more important of late.

Ekblad could return some assets to add in July, younger players that have a couples years of RFA left with some upside to offset the big signings above.

I think Bob stays one more year and he sees where Knight is, he's been really good or rough, still so young.

 

[PanthersHockey]

They don't really have any holes. They have a pretty decent healthy scratched D in Mikkola right now. Maybe another 3rd line winger and they have cap space for an addition at the deadline. The team is really solid top to bottom. They are a team that would get away with adding a guy like the Oilers did in Bjugstad last deadline for a 3rd and prospect.

Jack Roslovic, Dominik Kubalik or Anthony Duclair could be depth options for likely a 4th rounder, maybe 3rd rounder tops if the market is bare. Maybe they take a swing at a guy like Tarasenko. Much like Monahan and Henrique I see these guys going for a 2nd +. Really don't think not having a 1st would hamper them making some additions.

I think you mean Josh Mahura and not Mikkola, who's paired with Montour.
If anything, I do agree they need a 3rd line winger so Cousins can move down to the 4th.

 

[Gaylord Q Tinkledink]

I think you mean Josh Mahura and not Mikkola, who's paired with Montour.
If anything, I do agree they need a 3rd line winger so Cousins can move down to the 4th.

You f***ing want Pearson for a 5th ?

 

[PanthersHockey]

You f***ing want Pearson for a 5th ?

I think I'd rather see them bring back Duclair.

 

[AlwaysSunnyInDetroit]

what's knight's problem? he looked pretty good at first

 

[EK392000]

I don't see them moving Knight. Hopefully he gets the help he needs and can return to form, and if he does do that, he'll be the underpaid goalie that can man the crease while Bob's contract runs out.

 

[DingDongCharlie]

I think you mean Josh Mahura and not Mikkola, who's paired with Montour.
If anything, I do agree they need a 3rd line winger so Cousins can move down to the 4th.

Mikkola is currently listed as a healthy scratch on cap friendly. Even if he isn't, the point is they have depth on D.

I was honestly surprised to see him listed that way on there hence my mentioning it. Maybe he just sat a single game or it's a mistake.

 

[Mrfenn92]

Just a few depth pieces

 

[Bond]

Don't see a big swing this year, likely a middle 6 player (buy low on a struggling shooter or more 2 way player with above average shooting).

Forsling and Reinhart are likely his top two decisions on UFAs, Montour won't command as much as last year because of injury limiting this year in production.

I also don't see Knight moved.
I think one of Bob or Ekblad being moved in July, more so Ekblad as Bob has become a lot more important of late.

Ekblad could return some assets to add in July, younger players that have a couples years of RFA left with some upside to offset the big signings above.

I think Bob stays one more year and he sees where Knight is, he's been really good or rough, still so young.

Bob is riding out that contract either way in Florida unless Florida retains in a big way which doesn't make sense for them.

 

[ShootIt]

Mikkola is currently listed as a healthy scratch on cap friendly. Even if he isn't, the point is they have depth on D.

I was honestly surprised to see him listed that way on there hence my mentioning it. Maybe he just sat a single game or it's a mistake.

Has to injury/rest day.

He's been a surprisingly good add to the blueline.

 

[TFHockey]

With no draft capital whatsoever, and being up against the cap, what are the Panthers actual options, to upgrade, before or at the deadline?

Would they trade Knight? He’s likely their best piece at the moment, plus moving him, brings some much needed cap relief, with his over $3 million buried.

Is there only other real option, moving Samoskevich?

They’re going to be a real interesting team leading up to the deadline. If they think they have another run in them, they’ll upgrade. The problem is, they’re running low on assets. It’ll be interesting to see if they’re ready to move Knight, and because of his issues, would anyone be comfortable taking the $4.5 million?? Chicago?

Is Knight available? Because.... calling the Edmonton Oilers!

 

[DingDongCharlie]

Is Knight available? Because.... calling the Edmonton Oilers!

He's played under 60 NHL games and won't appear in the current year NHL stats book. Ken Holland likely doesn't even know the guy exist.

 

[TheImpatientPanther]

Bob is riding out that contract either way in Florida unless Florida retains in a big way which doesn't make sense for them.

With the current goaltending market and the play of Bobrovsky the last ~2 years, he's a $6 to 6.5 million dollar goalie on most nights. The odd night he's Playoff Bob and worth $8 million.

I think $3.5 to 4 million retention is fair.
Things have changed with FLAs recent SC run and I agree, doesn't make sense this July to move Bob but with one year left, it may be time to move on.
Ekblad seems more likely to be moved.

 

[Frankie Blueberries]

I think like most animals, they sleep the majority of the day.

 

[Peter Sidorkiewicz]

IMO, not forseeing any injuries, Panthers really just need to address the 3rd line RW spot.
Get Cousins to the 4th line full time and get someone with a hint of scoring touch.

I don't think Zito is desperate to move Knight, even with his recent production in the AHL/cap hit. His value is at an all time low anyways.

Doubt they consider moving Samoskevich unless the player they are getting is cheap/has term/uspide.

I expect a minor trade(s) to bolster the roster.

Devils would be interested in Knight. Would a deal for Alex Holtz suit. Florida gets cap relief and a young 3RW with further upside.

 

[Scintillating10]

You f***ing want Pearson for a 5th ?

Or a 6th?

 

[Scintillating10]

With the current goaltending market and the play of Bobrovsky the last ~2 years, he's a $6 to 6.5 million dollar goalie on most nights. The odd night he's Playoff Bob and worth $8 million.

I think $3.5 to 4 million retention is fair.
Things have changed with FLAs recent SC run and I agree, doesn't make sense this July to move Bob but with one year left, it may be time to move on.
Ekblad seems more likely to be moved.

Bob has 2 years left after this season

 

[TheImpatientPanther]

Bob has 2 years left after this season

Ya when he has 1 year left, it'll be time to move on.

 

[Gizmo Tkachuk]

Any move we make will likely be minimal and for this season only. We stood pat last year out of necessity and it worked out.

 

[Laus723]

Panthers didn’t do anything last year and went to the Finals. Zito may look to improve the 3rd line RW spot, but he’s learned after the Shitrot for a 1st additions the year prior.

Don’t see Knight going anywhere.

 

[Friedlander71]

They don't really have any holes. They have a pretty decent healthy scratched D in Mikkola right now. Maybe another 3rd line winger and they have cap space for an addition at the deadline. The team is really solid top to bottom. They are a team that would get away with adding a guy like the Oilers did in Bjugstad last deadline for a 3rd and prospect.

Jack Roslovic, Dominik Kubalik or Anthony Duclair could be depth options for likely a 4th rounder, maybe 3rd rounder tops if the market is bare. Maybe they take a swing at a guy like Tarasenko. Much like Monahan and Henrique I see these guys going for a 2nd +. Really don't think not having a 1st would hamper them making some additions.