They could solve that issue by signing a free agent who can chip in 15 goals. I suggest Huselius as a cheap option. He's been injured that past two seasons but when healthy has produced very solid numbers.

They also have Semin and Doan but they will cost much more.
- stveshdy

Doan isn't coming here. I believe he will stay in Phoenix, or sign with LA, or the Rangers. Flyers are probably no better than 4th on his list.

Huselius isn't a bad idea, I wouldn't be opposed to Semin at this point either. Provided its a short deal years wise.

The price for Ryan will be a steep one.
- PLindbergh31

Hence my last sentiment.

They could solve that issue by signing a free agent who can chip in 15 goals. I suggested Huselius as a cheap option. He's been injured the past two seasons but when healthy has produced very solid numbers.

They also have Semin and Doan but they will cost much more.
- stveshdy

huselius isn't a bad guy to take a flyer on

I don't want Doan for multiple years on a 35+ contract at the rumored tag.

I'd take Semin on a 1 year deal only. I'd even go as high as $6.5 million to bring him here, but I don't want to committ to him more than just 1 year.

Before the offer sheet to Weber, it seemed like everyone was completely anti-Bouwmeester but now a lot of people are entertaining the idea of acquiring him. What has changed from before we signed Weber to the offer sheet to now? We don't need a new toy just because the Rangers got one, especially an expensive toy like J-Bo.

huselius isn't a bad guy to take a flyer on
- OrangeBlack27

He scores 20+ and is usually good for 50 points. His demands cant be high b/c hes coming off of two years with an injury. He's played 41 games the last two years but prior to that he's been pretty healthy.

I don't want Doan for multiple years on a 35+ contract at the rumored tag.

I'd take Semin on a 1 year deal only. I'd even go as high as $6.5 million to bring him here, but I don't want to committ to him more than just 1 year.
- LordStanley88

Had the Flyers landed Weber, Doan would make more sense as he could be the last piece. Now it doesn't make much sense to sign Doan.

He scores 20+ and is usually good for 50 points. His demands cant be high b/c hes coming off of two years with an injury. He's played 41 games the last two years but prior to that he's been pretty healthy.
- stveshdy

well, he used to put up numbers like that but he's only played 40 or so games the last two years combined. could be a camp tryout guy.

Before the offer sheet to Weber, it seemed like everyone was completely anti-Bouwmeester but now a lot of people are entertaining the idea of acquiring him. What has changed from before we signed Weber to the offer sheet to now? We don't need a new toy just because the Rangers got one, especially an expensive toy like J-Bo.
- NickTheKid87

I agree with TheKid on this one.

well, he used to put up numbers like that but he's only played 40 or so games the last two years combined. could be a camp tryout guy.
- OrangeBlack27

I don't know if the Flyers are interested or not but its worth a call to find out. I think he could be a steal especially if he's healthy.

Before the offer sheet to Weber, it seemed like everyone was completely anti-Bouwmeester but now a lot of people are entertaining the idea of acquiring him. What has changed from before we signed Weber to the offer sheet to now? We don't need a new toy just because the Rangers got one, especially an expensive toy like J-Bo.
- NickTheKid87

I'm interested in ways of improving the club. The talent they have on the blueline is coming off of some pretty rough injuries. They have cap space, and Bouwmeester is a clear upgrade over Gustafsson/Bourdon/Lilja/Gervais.

I'm interested in ways of improving the club. The talent they have on the blueline is coming off of some pretty rough injuries. They have cap space, and Bouwmeester is a clear upgrade over Gustafsson/Bourdon/Lilja/Gervais.
- bradleyc4

It's not the talent of J-Bo that bothers me, it's the cap hit. That's way to much for the likes of Bouwmeester. I'd much rather wait until the deadline to evaluate things and worst case scenario, trade for J-Bo.

Is JBo A better option the Mezzy? I guess with the back surgery he might be. Plus he is Right Handed. But I'm not 100% sold on that.
- coffee junkie

JBO is a lefty.

It's not the talent of J-Bo that bothers me, it's the cap hit. That's way to much for the likes of Bouwmeester. I'd much rather wait until the deadline to evaluate things and worst case scenario, trade for J-Bo.
- NickTheKid87

Sure, he's overpaid. But it's not tied up in a long-term deal and he comes off the books when Giroux, B. Schenn and Couturier's current contracts are up.

(edit: plus he gives you another year to try to find a long-term solution to a Kimmo replacement -- if he's not it)

Sure, he's overpaid. But it's not tied up in a long-term deal and he comes off the books when Giroux, B. Schenn and Couturier's current contracts are up.

(edit: plus he gives you another year to try to find a long-term solution to a Kimmo replacement -- if he's not it)
- bradleyc4

I see what you're saying but I would still have to pass. Just don't want that kind of money tied up on a guy like Bouwmeester.

I see what you're saying but I would still have to pass. Just don't want that kind of money tied up on a guy like Bouwmeester.
- NickTheKid87

Watch out! They'll trade for jbo and iginla

The price for Ryan will be a steep one.
- PLindbergh31

at this point -- I want a scorer for G more so than shut down center. Couturier, Read Meszaros and a first rounder for Ryan, Fowler, and Sbisa.

Hartnell - Giroux - Ryan
Simmonds - Briere - Voracek
Fedotenko - Schenn - Wellwood
Sestito - Talbot - Rinaldo

Timonen - Schenn
Coburn - Grossmann
Fowler - Sbisa
Gervais - Lilja

at this point -- I want a scorer for G more so than shut down center. Couturier, Read Meszaros and a first rounder for Ryan, Fowler, and Sbisa.

Hartnell - Giroux - Ryan
Simmonds - Briere - Voracek
Fedotenko - Schenn - Wellwood
Sestito - Talbot - Rinaldo

Timonen - Schenn
Coburn - Grossmann
Fowler - Sbisa
Gervais - Lilja
- flyersfan51

- Deasr1

yup -- thought it was good for a few of those.

at this point -- I want a scorer for G more so than shut down center. Couturier, Read Meszaros and a first rounder for Ryan, Fowler, and Sbisa.

Hartnell - Giroux - Ryan
Simmonds - Briere - Voracek
Fedotenko - Schenn - Wellwood
Sestito - Talbot - Rinaldo

Timonen - Schenn
Coburn - Grossmann
Fowler - Sbisa
Gervais - Lilja
- flyersfan51

Weak 3rd line and secondary scoring IMHO. D looks amazing though. Homer said not going to blow up the team...that is kinda blowing it all up don't you think?

Weak 3rd line and secondary scoring IMHO. D looks amazing though. Homer said not going to blow up the team...that is kinda blowing it all up don't you think?
- coffee junkie

yeah I do -- I'd take Semin but I know no one else here wants him....kinda weird how he's still unsigned huh?

Sure, he's overpaid. But it's not tied up in a long-term deal and he comes off the books when Giroux, B. Schenn and Couturier's current contracts are up.

(edit: plus he gives you another year to try to find a long-term solution to a Kimmo replacement -- if he's not it)
- bradleyc4

sold

GID

Weak 3rd line and secondary scoring IMHO. D looks amazing though. Homer said not going to blow up the team...that is kinda blowing it all up don't you think?
- coffee junkie

Schenn-Giroux-Voracek
Hartnell-Briere-Read
Simmonds-Couts-Talbot
Wellwood-Holmstrom-Rinaldo

Coburn-Grossmann
Timonen-Schenn
Meszy-Gusty

Weak 3rd line and secondary scoring IMHO. D looks amazing though. Homer said not going to blow up the team...that is kinda blowing it all up don't you think?
- coffee junkie

I'll fix it

Hartnell - Giroux - Semin
Briere - Schenn - Voracek
Simmonds - Coots - Read
Fedotenko - Talbot - Sestito

but our D blows

Timonen - Schenn
Grossmann - Coburn
Meszaros - Gervais

I'll fix it

Hartnell - Giroux - Semin
Briere - Schenn - Voracek
Simmonds - Coots - Read
Fedotenko - Talbot - Sestito

but our D blows

Timonen - Schenn
Grossmann - Coburn
Meszaros - Gervais
- flyersfan51

WOW! Our defense is terrrrrible. We will be lucky keep out GAA under 4 this season.


Wait, you arent being sarcastic?