Lucic already said he doesn't want to play anywhere but LA. Can't imagine they don't find a way to re-sign him.
- eichiefs9

Or go home to Vancouver I heard as a possibility.....

Edmonton would be dumb to move Eberle, Pouliot (salary retained) and a first for Rick Nash. Nash doesn't carry that value first of all. Not even close. Secondly, Edmonton will be looking to move pieces for DEFENSE, which Rick doesn't play. They will be moving wingers for that help, probably not centers.

Rick Nash right now is an incredibly overrated player by many. His value isn't high. Remember, he has only had one 70 plus point season in his career and that was back in 08-09.

I wouldn't give up a first round pick for Rick Nash at this juncture. Edmonton sure won't. At 7.8 million for the next two years ... that is a pass.

Or go home to Vancouver I heard as a possibility.....
- Ur Not Me

I mean he publicly announced that he wanted to stay with LA. I can't imagine he is dying to go home and sign in the ever-burning tire fire that is Vancouver.

I mean he publicly announced that he wanted to stay with LA. I can't imagine he is dying to go home and sign in the ever-burning tire fire that is Vancouver.
- eichiefs9

He misses the cops over there....

Edmonton would be dumb to move Eberle, Pouliot (salary retained) and a first for Rick Nash. Nash doesn't carry that value first of all. Not even close. Secondly, Edmonton will be looking to move pieces for DEFENSE, which Rick doesn't play. They will be moving wingers for that help, probably not centers.

Rick Nash right now is an incredibly overrated player by many. His value isn't high. Remember, he has only had one 70 plus point season in his career and that was back in 08-09.

I wouldn't give up a first round pick for Rick Nash at this juncture. Edmonton sure won't. At 7.8 million for the next two years ... that is a pass.
- Oneonta Penguin

why is this even a discussion

what would Ranger fans want from winnipeg in a stepan trade? i dont think the jets would be giving up one of their best prospects but what about petan or burmistrov plus their later first round pick this year ( 22nd overall )

Edmonton would be dumb to move Eberle, Pouliot (salary retained) and a first for Rick Nash. Nash doesn't carry that value first of all. Not even close. Secondly, Edmonton will be looking to move pieces for DEFENSE, which Rick doesn't play. They will be moving wingers for that help, probably not centers.

Rick Nash right now is an incredibly overrated player by many. His value isn't high. Remember, he has only had one 70 plus point season in his career and that was back in 08-09.

I wouldn't give up a first round pick for Rick Nash at this juncture. Edmonton sure won't. At 7.8 million for the next two years ... that is a pass.
- Oneonta Penguin

...because they've had such wonderful success with all their #1's?

what would Ranger fans want from winnipeg in a stepan trade? i dont think the jets would be giving up one of their best prospects but what about petan or burmistrov plus their later first round pick this year ( 22nd overall )
- Ross77

I want to keep Stepan. Can I interest you in a nice shiny Brassard?

why is this even a discussion
- jimbro83

3rd page of the thread and people popping by still can't get past the 2nd post

[quote=RangerFan1110]Good article Jan after 43 years of being a Ranger fan and only winning one Stanley Cup its sad to say how much easier it is getting not to win it all since you just don't expect it, you hope and pray for it.

two more, 7.8 mil a year
- jimbro83

Not bad... I think the kids (Skunk and Eichel) would be coming off their ELC's at the same time his contract is up.

Not bad... I think the kids (Skunk and Eichel) would be coming off their ELC's at the same time his contract is up.
- jochfr

Is Foligno a forever saber? Because he's from there and his dad and what not. Nash for him would interest me. I always liked him

Is Foligno a forever saber? Because he's from there and his dad and what not. Nash for him would interest me. I always liked him
- Slimtj100

Take him...

Rangers had this kid in camp last year and failed to sign him.....now this

Penguins have signed undrafted free agent D Lukas Bengtsson to ELC. Big playoff w/Frolunda, lots of interest. Great skater. High hockey IQ.

[quote=RangerFan1110]Good article Jan after 43 years of being a Ranger fan and only winning one Stanley Cup its sad to say how much easier it is getting not to win it all since you just don't expect it, you hope and pray for it.

- gravyboy33

All Mario's crying got you 1 Cup, so sad

[quote=RangerFan1110]Good article Jan after 43 years of being a Ranger fan and only winning one Stanley Cup its sad to say how much easier it is getting not to win it all since you just don't expect it, you hope and pray for it.

- gravyboy33

Wait ur trying to rain on a parade bc you finally eliminated the Rags in a PO series? Ur team has STAR studded talent and haven't done anything except 1 cup, u may want to just enjoy the next round and pray to continue on.....

I found it kinda interesting (I know I'm a day late) that the Daily News ripped Dan Boyle apart for his exit interview and the Post didn't even mention it. Especially considering it was Brooks and Cyrgalis he was going after.

Anyway, a great blog as usual Jan. One of the better writers on this site.

Take him...

- jochfr

My thinking on Nash is no matter what we get is a bonus so long as they get rid of the contract. That's the value in trading him. I would do that deal. Young 6'3 winger, dog on the puck, forechecker ..we just don't have those kinds of players

My thinking on Nash is no matter what we get is a bonus so long as they get rid of the contract. That's the value in trading him. I would do that deal. Young 6'3 winger, dog on the puck, forechecker ..we just don't have those kinds of players
- Slimtj100

When he wants to be yes.... He's invisible for the majority of the time. I wish he'd take the next step but he looks like a 4th liner or borderline 3rd line player.
Contract year so he seemed to kick it up a notch at the end...

Edit: I was a big fan of his Father back in the day... But some think he's only here because of that last name.

When he wants to be yes.... He's invisible for the majority of the time. I wish he'd take the next step but he looks like a 4th liner or borderline 3rd line player.
Contract year so he seemed to kick it up a notch at the end...
- jochfr

3rd liner yea, wasn't thinking anymore then that. He just always gives the Rangers fits, So I guess not all the time. Don't see all saber games obviously haha

When he wants to be yes.... He's invisible for the majority of the time. I wish he'd take the next step but he looks like a 4th liner or borderline 3rd line player.
Contract year so he seemed to kick it up a notch at the end...

Edit: I was a big fan of his Father back in the day... But some think he's only here because of that last name.
- jochfr

Headache for headache then. Done deal. Pay Nash please haha

Good blog Jan, I thought Torts was zone and AV was man on man. I don't think other then McDonagh and now Skjei that they have the foot speed for man on man.
- mdw7413

Thanks MDW. I thought that was the case but kept doubting myself as to the info

Headache for headache then. Done deal. Pay Nash please haha
- Slimtj100

So if AV gets fired is Lundqvist a coach killer like sid for being on his fourth coach in the NHL? You know like many rags fans came to the pens boards to say.

So if AV gets fired is Lundqvist a coach killer like sid for being on his fourth coach in the NHL? You know like many rags fans came to the pens boards to say.
- Zac_O

is a hot dog a sandwich?