IKnowPhysics Posted September 18, 2015 Report Posted September 18, 2015 Wang has been trying to sell the team (and doing a nearly criminally poor job at it). I think he has been staying out of the roster management lately. His negative influence shouldn't be underestimated.
Huckleberry Posted September 18, 2015 Report Posted September 18, 2015 On 9/17/2015 at 5:55 PM, Eleven said: It seems an even more interesting way of rebuilding for the Islanders, who DON'T NEED TO REBUILD. Think its more of a capdump for them and making room for younger guys.
shrader Posted September 18, 2015 Report Posted September 18, 2015 On 9/17/2015 at 9:02 PM, Eleven said: I've gotta think that Toronto doesn't give out 13. Ahh crap, it was Sundin, wasn't it? Anyway, that was one of the funnier stories I saw come out of NJ this year, that Lou wouldn't let anyone wear #13.
That Aud Smell Posted September 18, 2015 Report Posted September 18, 2015 Sh*t show? Or are they simply tanking?
Rasmus_ Posted September 18, 2015 Report Posted September 18, 2015 On 9/18/2015 at 2:05 PM, LGR4GM said: Toronto is a ###### show. I cannot wait to see the Sabres shred them. God that will be glorious! I can send my cousin and his family the much needed laughs and chuckles seeing them fall to the bottom where they belong.
Eleven Posted September 18, 2015 Report Posted September 18, 2015 Habs named Pacioretty as their captain. I really think Subban would have been the natural choice there.
3putt Posted September 18, 2015 Report Posted September 18, 2015 On 9/18/2015 at 2:14 PM, That Aud Smell said: Sh*t show? Or are they simply tanking? Tanking is a much more dubious proposition in light of the new draft rules. I think rebuilding, which I always thought is the proper term for total organizational transformation, is what they are doing. Clear your cap through short contracts with serviceable AHL players, give young guys a chance to show what they have, deal any assets that can be leveraged for potentially better future assets and instill a different way of going about your business are all legitimate goals in the short term. If they improve their chances a top pick so be it but as we have seen the lottery balls can be finicky. In either event, they will be less talented in the short term, but the sideshow should be hilarious. As a side note, the Cubs made a conscious decision to build their farm and not try and buy a title, and looks like the early returns are quite positive.
qwksndmonster Posted September 18, 2015 Report Posted September 18, 2015 On 9/18/2015 at 3:27 PM, Eleven said: Habs named Pacioretty as their captain. I really think Subban would have been the natural choice there. I disagree. Subban is the flash. Pacioretty is super solid and an elder statesman on that roster. Would've been my pick, too.
LTS Posted September 18, 2015 Report Posted September 18, 2015 On 9/18/2015 at 2:19 PM, TheCerebral1 said: I cannot wait to see the Sabres shred them. God that will be glorious! I can send my cousin and his family the much needed laughs and chuckles seeing them fall to the bottom where they belong. The perfect scenario? The Sabres thump Toronto during the season. The Sabres just miss the playoffs and win a lottery spot while Toronto drops to picking 4th or lower. On 9/18/2015 at 3:27 PM, Eleven said: Habs named Pacioretty as their captain. I really think Subban would have been the natural choice there. Perhaps Subban at some point but I'm not sure he's controlling his temper enough yet.
Rasmus_ Posted September 18, 2015 Report Posted September 18, 2015 Patches was the obvious choice to me. Subban seems like the perfect A.
LTS Posted September 18, 2015 Report Posted September 18, 2015 http://www.tsn.ca/isles-cut-prospect-ho-sang-after-showing-up-late-1.362669 And that will be all for Mr. Ho-Sang. Kid is his own worst enemy.
Doohickie Posted September 18, 2015 Report Posted September 18, 2015 On 9/18/2015 at 8:06 PM, LTS said: http://www.tsn.ca/isles-cut-prospect-ho-sang-after-showing-up-late-1.362669 And that will be all for Mr. Ho-Sang. Kid is his own worst enemy. Quote "We might not be a better team in the standings because of it, but we're definitely a better team within our four walls and it's only going to help for the future." That's really not what you want your employer to say about you.
Thwomp! Posted September 19, 2015 Report Posted September 19, 2015 Oilers lock up Klefbom. Looks like it's around $4 million per year cap hit for 7 years. http://www.cbssports.com/nhl/eye-on-hockey/25308611/report-oscar-klefbom-agrees-to-7-year-deal-with-oilers-after-just-77-games Could we do something like this with Risto, please? :thumbsup:
Randall Flagg Posted September 19, 2015 Report Posted September 19, 2015 If Oscar hits his potential in the next few years he's going to wish he signed a bridge deal.
TrueBlueGED Posted September 19, 2015 Report Posted September 19, 2015 On 9/19/2015 at 10:27 PM, EastsideOasis said: Oilers lock up Klefbom. Looks like it's around $4 million per year cap hit for 7 years. http://www.cbssports.com/nhl/eye-on-hockey/25308611/report-oscar-klefbom-agrees-to-7-year-deal-with-oilers-after-just-77-games Could we do something like this with Risto, please? :thumbsup: This is exactly what I want us to do with Risto after this year.
WildCard Posted September 20, 2015 Report Posted September 20, 2015 Getting Risto at $4 million per would be a steal
Weave Posted September 20, 2015 Report Posted September 20, 2015 (edited) Another tough guy dies too young. Todd Ewen dead at 49. Cheez, that one hits home. We're within months of each other in age, maybe weeks. Edited September 20, 2015 by We've
Eleven Posted September 20, 2015 Report Posted September 20, 2015 On 9/20/2015 at 1:41 PM, We've said: Another tough guy dies too young. Todd Ewen dead at 49. Cheez, that one hits home. We're within months of each other in age, maybe weeks. I don't remember this player at all.
Weave Posted September 20, 2015 Report Posted September 20, 2015 On 9/20/2015 at 1:46 PM, Eleven said: I don't remember this player at all. He and Ray had lots of battles when Ewen played for the Canadiens.
Eleven Posted September 20, 2015 Report Posted September 20, 2015 On 9/20/2015 at 1:48 PM, We've said: He and Ray had lots of battles when Ewen played for the Canadiens. I was watching a LOT of hockey those years, too. Huh.
X. Benedict Posted September 20, 2015 Report Posted September 20, 2015 (edited) I think it is nice that the Islanders are going with the 3rd Jersey designed by a talented 6th grader, or a couple a drunks saying, I think that works. http://www.newsday.com/sports/hockey/islanders/new-york-islanders-new-jerseys-pictures-1.10850738 http://cdn.newsday.com/polopoly_fs/1.10850638.1442410235!/httpImage/image.JPG_gen/derivatives/display_960/image.JPG Edited September 20, 2015 by X. Benedict
X. Benedict Posted September 20, 2015 Report Posted September 20, 2015 On 9/20/2015 at 2:04 PM, We've said: I don't hate those. Decent practice sweater I suppose.
Weave Posted September 20, 2015 Report Posted September 20, 2015 On 9/20/2015 at 2:11 PM, X. Benedict said: Decent practice sweater I suppose. I think they are a better 3rd jersey look than the turd burgers. Simple, clean. If I were an Islanders fan I'd be tempted to buy one.
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