I think the problem is that since he's underachieved to this point, no GM is going to give us much for him. I'm not sure that flipping him for a 2nd or 3rd round pick makes sense. I wouldn't put him in "bust" status yet because he does show the occasional flash of skill and frankly were not exactly dripping with prospects that are ready to make the jump. Makes sense to keep him around at least until the end of his contract after next season, if nothing else so that some of the young talent in Bridgeport can have a chance to develop the right way.
- eichiefs9

This made me feel dirty...........

Frans and Martin are two I can think of off the top of my head
- eichiefs9

He never played with Frans

Hence my point with Nino and reeasoner and Pandawful. You put skill with shat all you're going to get is shat. Now can the kid rebuild his confidence after playing five minutes a game and with complete garbage?
- Cptmjl

agree 100%.

He also scored less than half as many goals as Stamkos. 67 of his 96 points were assists. Stamkos also had more points in two junior seasons than Josh had in four.

As far as "trying something different", Bailey played the wing with Frans last season also, so this has been tried already.

His play has been undoubtedly enjoyable as of late he's going to have to keep it up for a loooong time before he's out of the woods. Four goals in four games is great, but if he disappears for another 15 it doesn't mean jack.
- eichiefs9

Bailey will never be in Stamkos Class. Bailey could be good 2 way players. probably 70-80 points. Stamkos is a superstar.

Bailey will never be in Stamkos Class. Bailey could be good 2 way players. probably 70-80 points. Stamkos is a superstar.
- Spartiarti

Bailey will also never play with a Vinny L or a St.Louis... just saying

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Bailey will also never play with a Vinny L or a St.Louis... just saying

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- XxNYIxX

He could play with better (JT). Hes just not good enough.

He could play with better (JT). Hes just not good enough.
- mighty13duck

You have to be good enough to play with JT now?

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You have to be good enough to play with JT now?

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- XxNYIxX

No but you should have some skill or grit to be on the first line. While Bailey has improved, I still do not believe he earned the first line job.

No but you should have some skill or grit to be on the first line. While Bailey has improved, I still do not believe he earned the first line job.
- mighty13duck

Okposo is in the same boat as josh and he's there

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Okposo is in the same boat as josh and he's there

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And he didn't last long.

And he didn't last long.
- mighty13duck

In fact he got his shot after being scratched a few games.. so why shouldn't/couldn't josh get a chance there?

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In fact he got his shot after being scratched a few games.. so why shouldn't/couldn't josh get a chance there?

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- XxNYIxX

At this point they can do whatever they want. Now is the time to test for next year.

This made me feel dirty...........
- BringBackBalky

I meant to say not exactly flush with NHL ready prospects. Outside of Cizikas and Ullstrom there's not a ton of real NHL ready talent in Bridgeport. There's a good amount of future potential in the system.

I meant to say not exactly flush with NHL ready prospects. Outside of Cizikas and Ullstrom there's not a ton of real NHL ready talent in Bridgeport. There's a good amount of future potential in the system.
- eichiefs9

Cizikas , rhakshani and ulstrom are huge upgrades over Wallace, Pandolfo etc.

Not to hate on Pandolfo, guy gives us everything he has and is decent for his role but these kids ring more offense.

Bailey was on a line with Comeau an Schremp, when Schremp was waived, Joennsu took his place......

I have faith in Bailey, but bc of alot of center prospects in the system, would not oppose to a package trade.
If he excels as a winger in the last 18 games, then give him the benefit to start next year as one. Either way, he is in the last year of his contract.

Wasn't he with Comeau a little bit as well? I know line mates can affect players to a certain level but I can't see why some people continue to give Bailey a rim job over his disappointing career so far.
- BringBackBalky

comeau and martein for the second half of last season

I think the Isles have seen what happens when you give up on talent too early. Bailey has the skills, everyone can see. With a player like that, you know it's all going to come together shortly. Isles don't have to move him because really they have nobody around that can play his spot. Loving Cizikas, too bad we see him now when had they gave him a taste at the beginning of the season he might have stayed. Oh well, lots of what could have beens and should have beens but just get through this year, get some talent in the summer and come out flying next year.
- Mr.Black

cizikas was ready at the begining of the season...these kids need time in bport to adjust to a pro game..

I meant to say not exactly flush with NHL ready prospects. Outside of Cizikas and Ullstrom there's not a ton of real NHL ready talent in Bridgeport. There's a good amount of future potential in the system.
- eichiefs9

theirs a kid named michael haley down there who can play a little in all seriousness de haan and donovan are ready

Bailey was on a line with Comeau an Schremp, when Schremp was waived, Joennsu took his place......

I have faith in Bailey, but bc of alot of center prospects in the system, would not oppose to a package trade.
If he excels as a winger in the last 18 games, then give him the benefit to start next year as one. Either way, he is in the last year of his contract.
- Ur Not Me[/quote


Great linemates Bailey had. None of them are on the team and two of the three were waived I believe.

[quote=Ur Not Me]Bailey was on a line with Comeau an Schremp, when Schremp was waived, Joennsu took his place......

I have faith in Bailey, but bc of alot of center prospects in the system, would not oppose to a package trade.
If he excels as a winger in the last 18 games, then give him the benefit to start next year as one. Either way, he is in the last year of his contract.
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Great linemates Bailey had. None of them are on the team and two of the three were waived I believe.

What does Comeau being waives THIS season have to do with his offensive output LAST season? And yes, he was with Frans as well according to Eric Hornick.