It's obvious! The Canucks should obviously hold on to everybody! Super old unsuccessful teams always win the cup!
- SolidGoldBricks

they should bring back messier and sundin to ensure the win

Agreed on the return , but because Kesler has a Ntc he might be tempted to play for the cbj because he played his NCAA hockey in Ohio.
- Alexzanki

I do see the connection but I don't see the assets to get this deal done. Van would want Johansen - and there's no way Columbus is trading him.

Kesler for Kulemin + Gardiner.

may be so, but still doesn't answer why Columbus/NYR would be willing to give up good, younger, cheaper centers for an injury prone and getting older Kesler. i mean, maybe he just meant players LIKE johansen/stepan but there aren't too many of those around

normally i wouldn't question a report from Bob but the reported demands there strike me as a bit bizarre
- S Kaspar Rollins

Defensive acumen, playoff experience, olympic silver medalist, selke winner...want me to continue?

Just cause you dont see the benefit, doesn't mean others dont as well.

I do see the connection but I don't see the assets to get this deal done. Van would want Johansen - and there's no way Columbus is trading him.
- Canuckleafer

Shot in the dark here...

Kesler

for

Rychel
1st 2014
Anisimov

edit: and this is assuming Gillies has no leverage because of his NTC

Vancouver gets a far better deal for Kesler if they wait until summer just before the draft. It makes no sense to move him unless you get back younger players with decent contracts. Make no mistake. Moving Kesler means the Canucks have shifted to rebuild mode.

Defensive acumen, playoff experience, olympic silver medalist, selke winner...want me to continue?

Just cause you dont see the benefit, doesn't mean people others dont as well.
- Gullzy

Lots of teams would love a player like Kesler. I don't see him waiving his NMC to the Rangers though. Him and AV weren't really on the same page.

Kesler for Kulemin + Gardiner.
- JSC

Can't see Gillis wanting a UFA, I'm guessing he would want a young player that is under contract for a couple years at a good cap hit.

Lots of teams would love a player like Kesler. I don't see him waiving his NMC to the Rangers though. Him and AV weren't really on the same page.
- Canuckleafer

I dunno, its New York lol.

Can't see Gillis wanting a UFA, I'm guessing he would want a young player that is under contract for a couple years at a good cap hit.
- TML93

Exactly.

Vancouver gets a far better deal for Kesler if they wait until summer just before the draft. It makes no sense to move him unless you get back younger players with decent contracts. Make no mistake. Moving Kesler means the Canucks have shifted to rebuild mode.
- spatso

Agreed 100%, this is a deal you make at the draft.

Vancouver gets a far better deal for Kesler if they wait until summer just before the draft. It makes no sense to move him unless you get back younger players with decent contracts. Make no mistake. Moving Kesler means the Canucks have shifted to rebuild mode.
- spatso

It will depend on the offers and expectations of ownership. Aquilini has proven to be involved in decision making far too often.

If ownership is insisting on making the playoffs this year, they may try and move Kes and Edler nest week to try and rebuild the top 6 for the push.

Exactly.
- spatso

People over in Carol's blog have always thought that the NYI would be a great trade partner with the Canucks. Maybe there is a deal there?

Strome, Pulock, and depending on Gillis' trading acumen a pick?

With the Islanders moving to Brooklyn, maybe some star power would benefit them?

Can't see Gillis wanting a UFA, I'm guessing he would want a young player that is under contract for a couple years at a good cap hit.
- TML93

Good point. Perhaps adding a prospect or conditional pick on re-signing.

they should bring back messier and sundin to ensure the win
- Flyfreaky

UNSTOPPABLE!

It will depend on the offers and expectations of ownership. Aquilini has proven to be involved in decision making far too often.

If ownership is insisting on making the playoffs this year, they may try and move Kes and Edler nest week to try and rebuild the top 6 for the push.
- Canuckleafer

For Vancouver to have their best shot at making playoffs they need to keep both Kesler and Edler. If they move one or the other they are rebuilding and more players are going.

Eklund says it's been common knowledge for a long time now that Kesler wants out. So common that Eklund forgot to write about it.
- hankthetank

bump

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- Fountain-San

For Vancouver to have their best shot at making playoffs they need to keep both Kesler and Edler. If they move one or the other they are rebuilding and more players are going.
- spatso

- Flyfreaky

Does Tyler Myers plus a second round draft pick for Kessler even begin the conversation with Gillis? Shoot, I'll throw in Ennis if it helps.

People over in Carol's blog have always thought that the NYI would be a great trade partner with the Canucks. Maybe there is a deal there?

Strome, Pulock, and depending on Gillis' trading acumen a pick?

With the Islanders moving to Brooklyn, maybe some star power would benefit them?
- Gullzy

for kesler? straight up?? no thanks.

Kessler is that what you'd get after Kesler banged Phil Kessel's sister?

Eastern Conference Fans , half of you spell like Don Cherry speaks.

Does Tyler Myers plus a second round draft pick for Kessler even begin the conversation with Gillis? Shoot, I'll throw in Ennis if it helps.
- TodBrudz

The Canucks don't need another dman - unless you're taking Edler as well.

Is Kesler the Butch Goring of 2014?