Beaulieu Signs for 2 years 2.4 AAV

[Thorner]

I get that an Accrued NHL season is defined as 40 NHL games. But then why did his 13/14 season count, when he only played 24 games? Unless that season didn't count either, and he's only got 3 accrued seasons to his name at this time?

Edited July 31, 2017 by Thorny

[Taro T]

But why didn't his '12/'13 season with Hamilton count? 67 games played. His ELC didn't slide that year...

2 different accounting systems.

 

He was a pro that year, but not an NHLer.

 

One counts towards pensions, the other towards FA status.

[Randall Flagg]

I predict that most of this board will hate this guy. 

[Taro T]

I get that an Accrued NHL season is defined as 40 NHL games. But then why did his 13/14 season count, when he only played 24 games? Unless that season didn't count either, and he's only got 3 accrued seasons to his name at this time?

Not positive about '13-'14 'cause not sure how many games he was on the roster but didn't dress.

 

He might only have 3 years at present. Either way, he's still an RFA when this one is done.

[TrueBlueGED]

I predict that most of this board will hate this guy. 

 

Seconded. I'll take it one further and predict he's the next great stats vs. eye test battle on Sabrespace.

Edited July 31, 2017 by TrueBlueGED

[Thorner]

2 different accounting systems.

He was a pro that year, but not an NHLer.

One counts towards pensions, the other towards FA status.

  

Not positive about '13-'14 'cause not sure how many games he was on the roster but didn't dress.

He might only have 3 years at present. Either way, he's still an RFA when this one is done.

Ah yes, thanks, I always forget that.

 

I think he must only have 3 accrued seasons., as for it to count as an NHL game, you have to dress.

[spndnchz]

This is huge.

[Thorner]

 

Seconded. I'll take it one further and predict he's the next great stats vs. eye test battle on Sabrespace.

Good stats, bad eye test?

 

I think a lot will like him, if only because he's an inarguably large upgrade over Gorges or Falk.

[LGR4GM]

This is huge.

The Texas Reuben at thin man? Ik right!

[inkman]

This is huge.

I get that a lot

[spndnchz]

How much have we overpaid for a d man that last few years that were crap?

[ct fab]

Slightly pricy imo. I expected 2 x 3, got 2.4 x 2. Not great, but not bad.

Was never going to be a 3 year deal cuz then he would have been a UFA after the deal expired. This way, you see how he progresses, if at all, and maybe sign him long-term.

[LGR4GM]

How much have we overpaid for a d man that last few years that were crap?

It would hurt to answer...

[CallawaySabres]

That's $14mil in AAV.

 

Would you rather have those 3 on your team or a couple Drew Doughty's?

There is always going to be a bad contract or two on any team I have a feeling BOGO is going to surprise us this year.

[Thorner]

Ya, so I think Beaulieu only has 3 accrued seasons thus far, and will only have 5 at the end of this contract. However, that hardly matters, as he'll be 26 at the end of the deal and one of those players that reaches UFA status due to age (27) before years accrued (7). So the deal at 2 years is exactly what it had to be, leaving him at RFA status for one more season when this deal expires.

[dudacek]

Seconded. I'll take it one further and predict he's the next great stats vs. eye test battle on Sabrespace.

Curious about this because I know nothing about his fancy stats.

 

I expect to be annoyed by the number of times he coughs the puck up and makes poor reads.

I hope it's balanced by bigger numbers than he created in Montreal and a surprising gritty streak.

 

Immaterial of anything, the guy does strike me as a DB.

Edited August 1, 2017 by dudacek

[pi2000]

Immaterial of anything, the guy does strike me as a DB.

He should get along great with Kane and Bogo.

[Thorner]

Curious about his because I know nothing about his fancy stats.

I expect to be annoyed by the number of times he coughs the puck up and makes poor reads.

I hope it's balanced by bigger numbers than he created in Montreal and a surprising gritty streak.

Immaterial of anything, the guy does strike me as a DB.

He may get more, but even if what we saw last year is what we get, 28 points is pretty decent, considering that other than Ristolainen, it's a total 8 higher than the next closest Sabres Defenceman last season.

[Huckleberry]

solid deal, still RFA, if he proves to us he belongs here longer he'll get a nice deal after.

[nucci]

seems like a lot

2 years isn't a lot

[bob_sauve28]

He may get more, but even if what we saw last year is what we get, 28 points is pretty decent, considering that other than Ristolainen, it's a total 8 higher than the next closest Sabres Defenceman last season.

And that's sad!

[Marions Piazza]

From what I have read, he is more of a stay at home defensive defenseman, so the fact that he had 28 points last year is fine with me.  Term and salary are fine.  

[sabills]

He should get along great with Kane and Bogo.

And Marco

[Mustache of God]

I think this is a great signing. 2.4 million isn't that much for a defenseman. His 28 points last year puts him as the #2 defensive scorer on the team and 9th skater overall. The 2 year term is fine, especially as he's still an RFA. This is a great deal for someone we acquired for a 3rd round pick. The board also seems to buy into HCPH being a "D-whisperer" so I think his game will improve as well.

 

What's not to like about this?

[GoPuckYourself]

Fair show me deal, I thought we got Beaulieu for a bargain 3rd rounder, now at a bargain for 2.4M per season. He's gone up in points each of his 1st 3 seasons starting, I think he could be a solid contributor on defense, solid job by Botteril not going with more term just in case he doesn't pan out.