Didn't realize this guy is a UFA at the end of the season and can't believe he hasn't got a new deal from his team, but David Clarkson would look great on a line with Malkin and Neal. He is that Kunitz type of player that Malkin's line needs. Too bad he will probably demand too much money in free agency.

Canadian?
- Rawdog9755

just wanted to see what that felt like

This has got Staal fears written all over it.... However Letang doesn't have a brother to run to.... Only money and maybe his homeland of Montreal... My money is on him staying. I think if he prices himself high, Shero will trade him and restock the cupboard with some more pieces.

just wanted to see what that felt like
- dbell646

Impersonating a ref = 1 day ban or 1 day agreeing with all of nh's posts....

just wanted to see what that felt like
- dbell646

You can't get a true sense of how it feels until you start getting the PM's from the person you banned. Some are priceless.

Impersonating a ref = 1 day ban or 1 day agreeing with all of nh's posts....
- nh4442

A 1 day ban is preferred to agreeing with anything Hemsky related.

A 1 day ban is preferred to agreeing with anything Hemsky related.
- Rawdog9755

i knew that was coming

A 1 day ban is preferred to agreeing with anything Hemsky related.
- Rawdog9755

You can't get a true sense of how it feels until you start getting the PM's from the person you banned. Some are priceless.
- canadianpenfan

Would you post one of them to us without mentioning any names?

My argument against Jack Johnson comes from post that two people who are pro Johnson.

One person stated that is cheap at 4.3 for 7 more seasons. That is not cheap, that is a contract that Scott Howson handed out.

Another person stated that he is a good 2nd-3rd pairing guy.

Simply put, a team does not want to be paying a 4-6 defensemen 4.3M for 7 years. That is a contract that kills teams.

Didn't realize this guy is a UFA at the end of the season and can't believe he hasn't got a new deal from his team, but David Clarkson would look great on a line with Malkin and Neal. He is that Kunitz type of player that Malkin's line needs. Too bad he will probably demand too much money in free agency.
- cap1681

He's seems pretty damn loyal to Lou, so I'd be surprised if he didn't stay there.

But yeah, if he tested the free agent market, he'd probably get some unrealistically high bidders, especially if he keeps scoring this season.

Oh wow i will never mention Mark Madden and Jack Johnson ever again
I dont even want JJ haha

My argument against Jack Johnson comes from post that two people who are pro Johnson.

One person stated that is cheap at 4.3 for 7 more seasons. That is not cheap, that is a contract that Scott Howson handed out.

Another person stated that he is a good 2nd-3rd pairing guy.

Simply put, a team does not want to be paying a 4-6 defensemen 4.3M for 7 years. That is a contract that kills teams.
- Ben37

Good enough

He's seems pretty damn loyal to Lou, so I'd be surprised if he didn't stay there.

But yeah, if he tested the free agent market, he'd probably get some unrealistically high bidders, especially if he keeps scoring this season.
- rival22

But admit it, he would look good on Malkin's wing

But admit it, he would look good on Malkin's wing
- cap1681

Clarkson is good but I still think Kunitz is the superior player. Overall skills. Agree?

Clarkson would cost the pens something north of 5 million. Not worth it

Clarkson would cost the pens something north of 5 million. Not worth it
- nelson911

It will probably cost the a devils 5.5M

Clarkson would cost the pens something north of 5 million. Not worth it
- nelson911

What is a 30 goal scorer with size physical and fights worth? 5 mil I'd jump all over clarkson

Clarkson would cost the pens something north of 5 million. Not worth it
- nelson911

Max id give him is 4

What is a 30 goal scorer with size physical and fights worth? 5 mil I'd jump all over clarkson
- dbell646

He's like Ryane Clowe with even more offensive upside. I'd gladly take him for 5 million. Anything more and our cap situation starts to get awkward...but there are teams who would be wise to offer him 6 million if he hits free agency.

Clarkson is good but I still think Kunitz is the superior player. Overall skills. Agree?
- Orpik44

Pretty close. Clarkson has the age factor over Kunitz, and is bigger. They are pretty similar players.

Clarkson is a one time 30 goal scorer.... To the Pens he is not gonna be paid more than Neal... He would never justify that contract... hes gonna want the 5-6 year deal at 5.5-6 per.... I would steer clear

Didn't realize this guy is a UFA at the end of the season and can't believe he hasn't got a new deal from his team, but David Clarkson would look great on a line with Malkin and Neal. He is that Kunitz type of player that Malkin's line needs. Too bad he will probably demand too much money in free agency.
- cap1681

Yeah he's definitely grown a lot. I'm not sure he'll end up on the market long though. The Devils will probably look to retain him soon. He's been very good. I love his effort though. Very Kunitz like.

Didn't realize this guy is a UFA at the end of the season and can't believe he hasn't got a new deal from his team, but David Clarkson would look great on a line with Malkin and Neal. He is that Kunitz type of player that Malkin's line needs. Too bad he will probably demand too much money in free agency.
- cap1681

Oohhhh. drools... Yes Please!

Clarkson is a one time 30 goal scorer.... To the Pens he is not gonna be paid more than Neal... He would never justify that contract... hes gonna want the 5-6 year deal at 5.5-6 per.... I would steer clear
- nelson911

You realize he put up 30 with the Devils. The Devils man, that's like 50 on the Penguins!