That's the problem. The fact that an argument can be made that Hickrey, a LA Kings cast off, has been (I wont say best) one of our steadier d-men all year tells the sad tale of the state of the team's defense. If you can argue that Hickey is one of our steadiest d-men, then there is a serious talent and depth issue thst must be addressed. No team with Hickey as one of its best d-men will be a cup contender.
- Jethro09

Oh I agree. I do think he's a legit defenseman though. He could play on a lot of teams .

I won't be one of them. If he goes I'm happy.
- Cptmjl

Some will and it will be so entertaining. MACDONALD SUCKS ASS HE ISN'T WORTH SH!T!!! WHY DID WE ONLY GET A 3RD ROUND PICK FOR HIM SNOW IS THE WORST!

Being told that Andrew MacDonald trade talks have "definitely heated up," per source. More teams involved. Asking price has changed, too

Being told that Andrew MacDonald trade talks have "definitely heated up," per source. More teams involved. Asking price has changed, too
- jimmc7722

I would be satisfied if Snow received picks for the 2015 draft, no need for this years draft...
Even don't care if no players are coming our way bc I know Snow is incompetent to make a good trade

Some tweets:

Dennis Bernstein @DennisTFP 1h
Kings still in on NYI Andrew MacDonald - price is pick (not a 1st) and decent prospect but plenty of competition for the blueliner

NHLSourcesSay @NHLSourcesSay 2h
#BREAKING #NEWS Sources say #Ducks close in on trade..I'm told deal could be done and announced by tonight, Fasth?? #NSS #tradedeadline #NHL

Some will and it will be so entertaining. MACDONALD SUCKS ASS HE ISN'T WORTH SH!T!!! WHY DID WE ONLY GET A 3RD ROUND PICK FOR HIM SNOW IS THE WORST!
- eichiefs9

I'll still say Snow is the worst but it won't be Bcs of the amac trade

Some tweets:

Dennis Bernstein @DennisTFP 1h
Kings still in on NYI Andrew MacDonald - price is pick (not a 1st) and decent prospect but plenty of competition for the blueliner

NHLSourcesSay @NHLSourcesSay 2h
#BREAKING #NEWS Sources say #Ducks close in on trade..I'm told deal could be done and announced by tonight, Fasth?? #NSS #tradedeadline #NHL

- kear20

Let's hope we get some news tonight.

Some tweets:

Dennis Bernstein @DennisTFP 1h
Kings still in on NYI Andrew MacDonald - price is pick (not a 1st) and decent prospect but plenty of competition for the blueliner

NHLSourcesSay @NHLSourcesSay 2h
#BREAKING #NEWS Sources say #Ducks close in on trade..I'm told deal could be done and announced by tonight, Fasth?? #NSS #tradedeadline #NHL

- kear20

NhlSourcesSay is one of those horsecrap scam twitter accounts. Just like that @hockeyinsiderr wanker.

Let's hope we get some news tonight.
- Cptmjl

The sooner the better...

NhlSourcesSay is one of those horsecrap scam twitter accounts. Just like that @hockeyinsiderr wanker.
- eichiefs9

I think we are going to have to wait until Wednesday for Islander moves.

Nilsson is seen as the better prospect though Sudsy thought Mikko was the guy. Agreed that Poulins ship has likely sailed
- keaner17

Wow....YOU'RE giving up on Poulin? You were quite high on him this Summer when Nabby went to FA. BUT, this management screwed Josh Bailey up and wore out Nino's patience, so I guess spoiling a goalie really isn't that so surprising...

Maybe Poulin just needs to watch a few practices before re-joining the team?


Seriously, though, does anyone know if Vanek is traveling with the team? And if so, JESUS H CARTWHEELING CHRIST WHY?????

Who's Justin Johnson? He apparently just signed a two way contract and has been assigned to Bridgeport.

Who's Justin Johnson? He apparently just signed a two way contract and has been assigned to Bridgeport.
- PeteM

No idea. This could be domino's.

Wow....YOU'RE giving up on Poulin? You were quite high on him this Summer when Nabby went to FA. BUT, this management screwed Josh Bailey up and wore out Nino's patience, so I guess spoiling a goalie really isn't that so surprising...

Maybe Poulin just needs to watch a few practices before re-joining the team?


Seriously, though, does anyone know if Vanek is traveling with the team? And if so, JESUS H CARTWHEELING CHRIST WHY?????
- jmo16

Yeah, I know a bunch of us disagreed about scratching him earlier, when there were still many games before the deadline, but I think all of us should agree that it would be catastrophically dumb to play him tomorrow night.

Yeah, I know a bunch of us disagreed about scratching him earlier, when there were still many games before the deadline, but I think all of us should agree that it would be catastrophically dumb to play him tomorrow night.
- UIF

Very very dumb to play him tomorrow. Get ready for Vanek playing tomorrow.

Who's Justin Johnson? He apparently just signed a two way contract and has been assigned to Bridgeport.
- PeteM

He is a goon who has been playing with BP all season I think it was originally an ahl deal so it looks like he got a two way deal. Maybe Boulton is on the move

Very very dumb to play him tomorrow. Get ready for Vanek playing tomorrow.
- ses111

Garth issued a statement, "For us, the playoff push starts tomorrow in Winnipeg. With the loss of JT for the season, Vanek's our most skilled forward."

Yeah, I know a bunch of us disagreed about scratching him earlier, when there were still many games before the deadline, but I think all of us should agree that it would be catastrophically dumb to play him tomorrow night.
- UIF

he did travel with the team...hell be playing if he isnt gone by then.

I would be satisfied if Snow received picks for the 2015 draft, no need for this years draft...
Even don't care if no players are coming our way bc I know Snow is incompetent to make a good trade
- Ur Not Me

good call eichiefs9 ...exhibit A^

He is a goon who has been playing with BP all season I think it was originally an ahl deal so it looks like he got a two way deal. Maybe Boulton is on the move
- Vukota

Dominos indeed. Thanks

Need some trades soon...

I got a feeling, Vanek to Ana for Gibson straight up!

I got a feeling, Vanek to Ana for Gibson straight up!
- 2raven2

I've got a feeling you're going to be disappointed when that trade never happens ever.

i think if next years defensive depth chart is something along the lines of:

1 hamonic
2 dehaan
3 top 4 Free agent (or maybe wtvr snow gets back in the vanek deal)
4 lubo
5 reinhardt/pulock (IE prospect)
6 strait
7 hickey

yes id be fine with that.

would it be world class defense, no. but i do think it would come in right around average to above average....with a better goalie and coach/system, i do think it would work. you?
- LetsGoIsles

With that defense, an upgrade in goalie, and a PROPER COACH/SYSTEM, That's certainly a playoff contender. Maybe a 6-8 seed, but certainly a competitive team.

You could believe that its not the case, but I will believe that it is the case.
Difference of opinion of course...
- Ur Not Me

The assumption isnt a difference of opinion, its an assumption.

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