I'd actually prefer a "less is more" offseason. I know the Isles have holes to fill, and that you have to give to get, but I like the idea of Nelson, Strome, Nino, Donovan and Reinhart suiting up for the Isles over the next two or so seasons (some as early as next season, others maybe the one after). If it takes any of those guys to get, say, Bernier, then I'd rather pass, be a bit more patient, and wait for them to fill the holes we have over time up front and on D. By that time, I'm confident a longer term answer at goalie will present itself...either in-house or by FA or trade. In the meantime, maybe bring in a goalie that'll cost less in assets (Halak?) for the short term.
- UIF

I agree with the exception of I hope Snow makes an effort to bring in a 3/4 physical dman. I think that will add a lot to our team. I wouldn't be completely opposed to adding a goaltender by any means but like you I'd rather it happen without having to give up a prospect. As for the rest I think you have to see how these guys come out and give these up and comers a shot. Can't wait to see these kids play finally.

missed a couple of commas there too.

keaner17
- keaner17

baby steps....

I have to say. I hope okposo and Bailey can find the consistency you have on this board.
- Cptmjl

seems like casper enjoys repeating what he says everyday; i was just trying to make him feel comfortable

Good cause I am happy to hear that. This team still has issues and I want to see if Snow has any brains to fix it. My answer is no. I would be happy with a goaltender, a defenseman and a winger for JT. I think that might be to much for Snow to handle but I am sure he can put his big boy pants on and do something
- kasperrko

Strome, Donovan, Poulin... simple!!!

Unless you are bringing in Bobby Ryan, Ryan Miller, and Keith Yandle???

seems like casper enjoys repeating what he says everyday; i was just trying to make him feel comfortable
- LetsGoIsles

Kasper

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By regular clowns you must mean every member of this site. My 11 year old daughter could right more insightful blogs then this by just playing NHL 13 and reviewing her games.
- cranktheradio

Not with grammar like that she can't!

Kasper

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- kasperrko

I?

Strome, Donovan, Poulin... simple!!!

Unless you are bringing in Bobby Ryan, Ryan Miller, and Keith Yandle???
- jimmc7722

Poulin I don't think will help much the other two might. I guess everyone on here just gave on free agency huh? I know we are used to Garth doing nothing so I guess we all figure we wont get anybody

My worry is that these guys are prospects and that they are not going to pan out. If we can grab a guy like Bernier I say we try. We don't know how Nilsson and or Poulin are going to pan out and as we know goaltending is huge in making playoffs
- kasperrko

You could maybe say the same for Bernier though. There's always a risk with players who haven't had regular NHL roles. It'd be quite a setback if the Isles unload a top prospect and their first rounder, and Bernier wilts in the really big spots down the stretch or in the playoffs. Or has a real good run then fades out of nowhere like what seems to happen with quite a few goaltenders. You never really know, I guess. But I do think good goaltenders will be available two seasons from now if we can't count on Nilsson or Poulin. Aside from free agency, there's always a good up-and-comer stuck behind an established starter somewhere, with the team looking to unload one of the two.

everyone is focused on bernier (for obvious reasons) but how about speaking to the ducks about Jonas Hiller AND bobby ryan...

they seem like they could be nice dance partners considering they are right at the ceiling and could use some relief... id propose something along the lines of

nino + 1st+ poulin + 2nd tier prospect (dehaan/lee...)

for

Hiller + Ryan


we kill 2 birds with one stone...get a goalie and a top line forward:
bobby ryan is slotted into the top line forward spot nice to JT, hiller is old enough and proven that he can play a solid goal & isnt too young to kill nilsons value.

then they gotta get a top 4 dman, obviously much easier said then done...but all of a sudden the isles are a top 5 eastern conference team if garth can get those 2 out of Anaheim...

i know NY178 loves nilson and ive never seen him play so i cant say one way or another. but i wonder how much faith management has in him (and the other 2) considering garth already said they plan on drafting a goalie...i could be nothing, but it makes me wonder...

everyone is focused on bernier (for obvious reasons) but how about speaking to the ducks about Jonas Hiller AND bobby ryan...

they seem like they could be nice dance partners considering they are right at the ceiling and could use some relief... id propose something along the lines of

nino + 1st+ poulin + 2nd tier prospect (dehaan/lee...)

for

Hiller + Ryan


we kill 2 birds with one stone...get a goalie and a top line forward:
bobby ryan is slotted into the top line forward spot nice to JT, hiller is old enough and proven that he can play a solid goal & isnt too young to kill nilsons value.

then they gotta get a top 4 dman, obviously much easier said then done...but all of a sudden the isles are a top 5 eastern conference team if garth can get those 2 out of Anaheim...

i know NY178 loves nilson and ive never seen him play so i cant say one way or another. but i wonder how much faith management has in him (and the other 2) considering garth already said they plan on drafting a goalie...i could be nothing, but it makes me wonder...
- LetsGoIsles

something is telling me Anaheim is going to want a lot more than that for them two

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- kasperrko

something is telling me Anaheim is going to want a lot more than that for them two
- kasperrko

ya probably and obviously thats the debate of how much to give up for those 2 but the ducks need to unload players to stay under the cap...

Dee Karl: After Threepeat, Nino Says No to Mini-Camp
Been There, Done That. Don't want to do it again.
- Dee Karl

Habs will be glad to take him off your hands, after all e already have the 'Supreme World Champion of Locker Room Cancers' in Subby, so it can't get worse

- canadianpenfan

Unreal. Gotta love him

My worry is that these guys are prospects and that they are not going to pan out. If we can grab a guy like Bernier I say we try. We don't know how Nilsson and or Poulin are going to pan out and as we know goaltending is huge in making playoffs
- kasperrko

Kasper, Bernier is a prospect too. He's only started 60 games in 5 years. I think it's a 'grass is greener' situation with him. I'm not saying he isn't the real deal, but no one can confidently say he's more of a sure bet than any of the previously mentioned prospects we have.

Xxkeaner17xX

Unreal. Gotta love him
- Cptmjl

I missed something right??

ya probably and obviously thats the debate of how much to give up for those 2 but the ducks need to unload players to stay under the cap...
- LetsGoIsles

I don't know how you resisted the "them two" part of his post?

I missed something right??
- kasperrko

Evidently

Kasper, Bernier is a prospect too. He's only started 60 games in 5 years. I think it's a 'grass is greener' situation with him. I'm not saying he isn't the real deal, but no one can confidently say he's more of a sure bet than any of the previously mentioned prospects we have.

Xxkeaner17xX
- keaner17

I guess so. I don't know right now I don't have much faith in Poulin. I saw him play a few times and he like to dive and throw his body from side to side. He just looked well all over the place. Now Nilsson, I just remember when he had a cup of tea with the Islanders a couple of years back so I am hoping he turns out the real deal

I missed something right??
- kasperrko

You missed something with a capital Q.

Evidently
- Cptmjl

Someone enlight me here

Evidently
- Cptmjl

Oh man, I'm in a good mood now.

You missed something with a capital Q.
- canadianpenfan

Ok I have no clue

Habs will be glad to take him off your hands, after all e already have the 'Supreme World Champion of Locker Room Cancers' in Subby, so it can't get worse
- Habitants98

If he goes Id hate to have him remain in our conference. I think he's going to be a good one