Buffalo just gave up Vanek, a 1st and 2nd for Moulson... were not getting him from Buffalo.
- aecliptic

Buffalo GOT a first and second along with Moulson for Vanek.

King's come back from 2-0 in the 3rd to take the lead with 1:27 left

Buffalo GOT a first and second along with Moulson for Vanek.
- MannySilvers

Whoops, major blunder there.

I would love Christ Stewart, scores, fights, hits, tough, stands in front of the net. He's perfect for what this team lacks. Sather make it happen.
- pcjr307

I've heard too many avs and now blues fans saying he plays hard
For a bit, then Phones in the rest. Doesn't sound like that would
Play too well in NY. Certainly not among this group.

Whoops, major blunder there.
- aecliptic

Nice avatar

I try to be respectful all the time since I've posted on this site and you got dunces that just can't contain themselves. It's a shame, 95% of you guys are awesome.

I try to be respectful all the time since I've posted on this site and you got dunces that just can't contain themselves. It's a shame, 95% of you guys are awesome.
- potvin05

You don't even know the half of it.

Jan Levine: If Gaborik is Available, Would You Favor a Reunion?
Can you go home again?
- airjan23

Sorry Jan, how many times did Gaborik score 40+ goals for the Rangers? The article didn't make it clear.

You don't even know the half of it.
- tomburton99

One of our worst losses in ages and someone just can't help himself, so I figured I'd come over here to make it more comfortable for him. That's the kind of guy I am.

Sorry Jan, how many times did Gaborik score 40+ goals for the Rangers? The article didn't make it clear.
- oniremosewa

Dur, he said multiple times. Dur.

Yes he said it multiple times, go back to the wasteland koow as EK's thread.

The only reason I would want Gabby back is so I can wear my Gabby jersey again.

@ChrisKuc: #Blackhawks trade Jimmy Hayes and Dylan Olsen to Panthers for Kris Versteeg and another player. Florida will pay half of Versteeg's salary.

@ChrisKuc: #Blackhawks trade Jimmy Hayes and Dylan Olsen to Panthers for Kris Versteeg and another player. Florida will pay half of Versteeg's salary.


- TrueBlue9182

The rich get richer... And if I remember correctly, A homecoming for Versteeg, didn't he start out with the Hawks?

The rich get richer... And if I remember correctly, A homecoming for Versteeg, didn't he start out with the Hawks?
- pcjr307

Indeed, i cant believe the panthers are gonna eat half his salary

Indeed, i cant believe the panthers are gonna eat half his salary
- TrueBlue9182

I can't believe it either. For 2 mil plus a year I would have liked the Rangers to get in on that. They basically gave him away, guy is not the greatest but could pot 20+ a yr for 2.2 mil a yr, that is a steal.

I can't believe it either. For 2 mil plus a year I would have liked the Rangers to get in on that. They basically gave him away, guy is not the greatest but could pot 20+ a yr for 2.2 mil a yr, that is a steal.
- pcjr307

Not a giveaway, two prospects for a high priced underachieving player. Hawks had the inside track on this one: Tallon and the Hawks organization have an obvious history and Versteeg likely preferred to go back where it all started.

Florida is going to blow that whole thing up; I expect a slew of veteran dump type trades throughout the rest of the way.

A little late to the part here but no. Its clear his shoulder issues have hampered him and while AV would no doubt let him play and not force him to block shots, et. al but that ship has sailed.

Not a giveaway, two prospects for a high priced underachieving player. Hawks had the inside track on this one: Tallon and the Hawks organization have an obvious history and Versteeg likely preferred to go back where it all started.

Florida is going to blow that whole thing up; I expect a slew of veteran dump type trades throughout the rest of the way.
- MidnightMarauder

Still, it's a matter of striking while the iron is hot. Nice to see an organization not sitting on it's 2 cups is the last 3 years, and being proactive despite the connection with Tallon, Versteeg and the Hawks.

Still, it's a matter of striking while the iron is hot. Nice to see an organization not sitting on it's 2 cups is the last 3 years, and being proactive despite the connection with Tallon, Versteeg and the Hawks.
- OLDSCHOOL#6

The owners know they have to be. Remember what happened during their cup drought? I think they may have been the only original 6 team in danger of moving because they had no fans showing up to games in the mid 90s

A little late to the part here but no. Its clear his shoulder issues have hampered him and while AV would no doubt let him play and not force him to block shots, et. al but that ship has sailed.
- Blueshirts4ever

There would have to be 1000% proof he is healthy and the Blue Jackets would have to at least take Pyatt and Del Zotto and then eat part of the remaining salary like Florida is doing in the Versteeg deal.

I wouldn't give up much else because, as already mentioned, Rangers and Gabby have been-there, done-that. I would certainly take the scoring threat and insurance in the event of injury to others, but as a upcoming UFA, I'd not risk much.

There would have to be 1000% proof he is healthy and the Blue Jackets would have to at least take Pyatt and Del Zotto and then eat part of the remaining salary like Florida is doing in the Versteeg deal.

I wouldn't give up much else because, as already mentioned, Rangers and Gabby have been-there, done-that. I would certainly take the scoring threat and insurance in the event of injury to others, but as a upcoming UFA, I'd not risk much.
- mames11

Pyatt and a 2nd rounder for Gaborik and CBJ eats half his salary Wala! Gaborik for a cool $2M

Pyatt and a 2nd rounder for Gaborik and CBJ eats half his salary Wala! Gaborik for a cool $2M
- mrhattrick27

If not Pyatt because of injury, then Pouliot.

Why not wait until he's a free agent and offer him the contract thats good for the team? Low risk possible high reward.

Pyatt and a 2nd rounder for Gaborik and CBJ eats half his salary Wala! Gaborik for a cool $2M
- mrhattrick27

definitely do not think that would happen, haha

definitely do not think that would happen, haha
- jimbro83

I know you against Gaborik from a salary stand point but let's forget that for a minute. Just on pure scheme and fit and giving up assets stand point, would you welcome getting him back?