Had the potential for so much more development among other players it feels like. Really unfortunate, but Provorov was fantastic.
- YuenglingJagr

At times, Provorov was the sole reason that I was enjoying watching their games.

Rinne.

They would have to throw in a nice sweetner to make it happen.

Crazy Thursdays.

Yeah, the only real success for the Flyers in 16-17 was the development and emergence of Provorov as a legit top pair Dman.
- BiggE

- Jordan Weal proving he can play in the NHL
- The end of the Schultz and VDV eras (hopefully)
- Filppula filling our 2/3C need without overpaying for years in UFA
- Stolarz proving he's at least a capable backup

I got nothin else.

- Jordan Weal proving he can play in the NHL
- The end of the Schultz and VDV eras (hopefully)
- Filppula filling our 2/3C need without overpaying for years in UFA
- Stolarz proving he's at least a capable backup

I got nothin else.
- jmatchett383

TK playing in the NHL at 19?

Now, I'm really out.

Johnson, somewhat like Bernier has had his struggles with consistency. He'd be in the running for my 6th spot though. The fact that Bernier is a bit younger, and, when he's on, a little better, gives him the edge in my book.

OTOH, Johnson certainly wouldn't cost too much nor would you need to offer more than 2 years. It really is a buyers market when it comes to goalies this year, IMO.
- BiggE

The most frustrating thing about the Neuvirth contract is what the value means. I do think it means he is the starter, but almost guarantees a starter split again. It is stupid.

and btw...for me

1. Mason
2. Halak
3. Darling
4. Bernier
5. Bishop
6. Nilsson
7. Miller
8. Johnson
9. Budaj
10. Elliott

Rinne.

They would have to throw in a nice sweetner to make it happen.

Crazy Thursdays.
- flyer_nutter

Nashville would haha

The most frustrating thing about the Neuvirth contract is what the value means. I do think it means he is the starter, but almost guarantees a starter split again. It is stupid.

and btw...for me

1. Mason
2. Halak
3. Darling
4. Bernier
5. Bishop
6. Nilsson
7. Miller
8. Johnson
9. Budaj
10. Elliott
- YuenglingJagr

MAF just to screw with Pittsburgh.

The most frustrating thing about the Neuvirth contract is what the value means. I do think it means he is the starter, but almost guarantees a starter split again. It is stupid.

and btw...for me

1. Mason
2. Halak
3. Darling
4. Bernier
5. Bishop
6. Nilsson
7. Miller
8. Johnson
9. Budaj
10. Elliott
- YuenglingJagr

Yeah, I didn't even bother with Mason, because unless Neuvirth is taken by Vegas, there is no chance he's coming back. Halak is another guy who can just be so inconsistent at times, that scares me, and it's reason I don't have Bernier as high as you. However, be it Darling, Nilsson, Bishop (3 yrs or less), Miller or Bernier, I'd be fine with it. And, since they really aren't anywhere near contending yet, I could live with Halak or Johnson on a 2 year deal or less. Really want no part of Budaj or Elliot.

MAF just to screw with Pittsburgh.
- jmatchett383

You know what? If MAF waived to go to Vegas and they took him and traded him to us, as long as we aren't giving up one of our top prospects, I'm ok with that. When MAF is on, he's pretty damned good and you know he'd be damned motivated to show the Pens up.

Team Pekka.

You know what? If MAF waived to go to Vegas and they took him and traded him to us, as long as we aren't giving up one of our top prospects, I'm ok with that. When MAF is on, he's pretty damned good and you know he'd be damned motivated to show the Pens up.
- BiggE

It would be difficult for me to get past the woooing, the lame nickname, and the skate to the corner. Unless we got a nice kickback for taking on that salary there is no way I want him.

Yeah, I didn't even bother with Mason, because unless Neuvirth is taken by Vegas, there is no chance he's coming back. Halak is another guy who can just be so inconsistent at times, that scares me, and it's reason I don't have Bernier as high as you. However, be it Darling, Nilsson, Bishop (3 yrs or less), Miller or Bernier, I'd be fine with it. And, since they really aren't anywhere near contending yet, I could live with Halak or Johnson on a 2 year deal or less. Really want no part of Budaj or Elliot.
- BiggE

Budaj I figure might fit into that NHL/AHL type role that could be necessary. His very good year makes it feel like regression is imminent though.

I think the consistency thing is super overblown. They are all inconsistent. Halak has a year left on his deal, and to be clear, some of my love for him comes from my thinking that we would be doing Snow a favor by getting rid of him. The Bernier/Hextall/Dillabaugh thing could have merit.

Side note: I am willing to bet something that there wont be a single goalie that gets signed as a UFA for more than 3 years

Budaj I figure might fit into that NHL/AHL type role that could be necessary. His very good year makes it feel like regression is imminent though.

I think the consistency thing is super overblown. They are all inconsistent. Halak has a year left on his deal, and to be clear, some of my love for him comes from my thinking that we would be doing Snow a favor by getting rid of him. The Bernier/Hextall/Dillabaugh thing could have merit.

Side note: I am willing to bet something that there wont be a single goalie that gets signed as a UFA for more than 3 years
- YuenglingJagr

I shall bet you my pride and dignity.

You know what? If MAF waived to go to Vegas and they took him and traded him to us, as long as we aren't giving up one of our top prospects, I'm ok with that. When MAF is on, he's pretty damned good and you know he'd be damned motivated to show the Pens up.
- BiggE

If they can't trade him and he doesn't waive, they'll buy him out.

I shall bet you my pride and dignity.
- flyer_nutter

Haven't I already taken that?

Budaj I figure might fit into that NHL/AHL type role that could be necessary. His very good year makes it feel like regression is imminent though.

I think the consistency thing is super overblown. They are all inconsistent. Halak has a year left on his deal, and to be clear, some of my love for him comes from my thinking that we would be doing Snow a favor by getting rid of him. The Bernier/Hextall/Dillabaugh thing could have merit.

Side note: I am willing to bet something that there wont be a single goalie that gets signed as a UFA for more than 3 years
- YuenglingJagr

I will bet you a Wendy's Frosty.

I will bet you a Wendy's Frosty.
- jmatchett383

As in if you lose, you buy yourself a Wendy's Frosty and if I lose I buy myself a Wendy's Frosty?

- Jordan Weal proving he can play in the NHL
- The end of the Schultz and VDV eras (hopefully)
- Filppula filling our 2/3C need without overpaying for years in UFA
- Stolarz proving he's at least a capable backup

I got nothin else.
- jmatchett383

Wayne Simmonds

Haven't I already taken that?
- YuenglingJagr

Pretty sure I lost that on Oct 16/08.

Wayne Simmonds
- Marc D

He's going to look so good in a Chicago sweater.

Its Panarin coming back in case you wondered.

Which draft?
- YuenglingJagr

The Distribution draft now that the Sabres have folded.

ttt

The Distribution draft now that the Sabres have folded.
- mayorofangrytown

Haha I was thinking along the lines of conscription

Giroux's confidence is likely the lowest it's ever been in his career right now. Is a chance to end the season on a high note not worth taking?
- Baxter27

That ship sailed long ago.

Meaningless tournaments are just not worth the risk.

I know, I know, country pride, blah, blah, blah...

That ship sailed long ago.

Meaningless tournaments are just not worth the risk.

I know, I know, country pride, blah, blah, blah...
- Scoob

This is by far the dumbest tournament in hockey right after high school/middle school Christmas Tournaments.