Noel Fogelman: Isles Buzz Podcast - Ryan Pulock and Brett Cyrgalis

Completely agree, do not want just a rental, a rental is a poor return on assets unless we win the cup. I'd rather add to the 1st rd pick (even if much more) for a renowned 1st line player.

Nice job guys. Just one gripe, I would have loved for you to ask Brett his feelings of Cappy and the job he's doing.

Nice job guys. Just one gripe, I would have loved for you to ask Brett his feelings of Cappy and the job he's doing.
- nyisles7

good observation. that is probably more of a question for later in the year. he isn't going anywhere right now

good observation. that is probably more of a question for later in the year. he isn't going anywhere right now
- Dan Petriw

I get the solidarity of "The Brotherhood of The Maine alumni New Englanders Boys Club" and he's a fixture for now, that said I would have loved to hear how he would have answered that question. I'm thinking he may have politely deferred to answer after he laughed his ass off.

I get the solidarity of "The Brotherhood of The Maine alumni New Englanders Boys Club" and he's a fixture for now, that said I would have loved to hear how he would have answered that question. I'm thinking he may have politely deferred to answer after he laughed his ass off.
- nyisles7

"Dah Brawthahood of da Travelin' Lawbstah Rahll"

"Dah Brawthahood of da Travelin' Lawbstah Rahll"
- eichiefs9

Noel Fogelman: Isles Buzz Podcast - Ryan Pulock and Brett Cyrgalis
- Noel Fogelman

Being that the NHL trade deadline is about 4 weeks away, i'd like to see Garth address something before its too late.

Maybe im in the minority in this but, am i the only one who finds it a bit ridiculous that the GM has yet to speak to the public about the state of this team this year? I mean why hide? Why not answer the paying fans with the reasoning to play a career AHLer in Strait over one of the three d prospects?

Being that the NHL trade deadline is about 4 weeks away, i'd like to see Garth address something before its too late.

Maybe im in the minority in this but, am i the only one who finds it a bit ridiculous that the GM has yet to speak to the public about the state of this team this year? I mean why hide? Why not answer the paying fans with the reasoning to play a career AHLer in Strait over one of the three d prospects?
- kindlyrick

Speaking is not really Garth's thing. I rather actions more than his words. He will say the same thing anyway. We have the talent on the team to get the job done.

Being that the NHL trade deadline is about 4 weeks away, i'd like to see Garth address something before its too late.

Maybe im in the minority in this but, am i the only one who finds it a bit ridiculous that the GM has yet to speak to the public about the state of this team this year? I mean why hide? Why not answer the paying fans with the reasoning to play a career AHLer in Strait over one of the three d prospects?
- kindlyrick

Which other NHL GM has held a "State of the Union" press conference?

Speaking is not really Garth's thing. I rather actions more than his words. He will say the same thing anyway. We have the talent on the team to get the job done.
- ses111

One of the points that was brought up on this podcast that to mean is very true, is that Snow wont have blind faith from the new ownership. He's going to have to be held accountable if his team fails. Its not enough to just draft......this guy needs to address who's in and who's in the way. Package some of them up and bring in whats needed. Its a phucking joke that he's been at the helm all these years and this team is still not a up contender, yet he still is in charge. A JOKE

Which other NHL GM has held a "State of the Union" press conference?
- eichiefs9

Noones asking for a state of the union, but Garths been more distant this season than most. He's literally be absent

Part of the job is being able to play the game (with the media).......after all its the fans who's money pays these salaries. There hasnt even been quotes in the paper.......its like he's dissapeared.

Which other NHL GM has held a "State of the Union" press conference?
- eichiefs9

I’m actually going to agree with Rick here because in Vancouver Jim Benning has been interviewed frequently on the state of the Canucks and what they’re trying to built toward. While you won’t get much of the inner workings from him, it’s refreshing to hear a GM talk about what he wants to improve

While it’s not typical, it would be informative for the fans

Noones asking for a state of the union, but Garths been more distant this season than most. He's literally be absent

Part of the job is being able to play the game.......after all its the fans who's money pays these salaries. There hasnt even been quotes in the paper.......its like he's dissapeared.
- kindlyrick

What? ...you literally just asked why he hasn't "spoke to the public about the state of the team".

When you say he's absent...absent in what way? How often is he some sort of outspoken media presence? How often is any GM?

I’m actually going to agree with Rick here because in Vancouver Jim Benning has been interviewed frequently on the state of the Canucks and what they’re trying to built toward. While you won’t get much of the inner workings from him, it’s refreshing to hear a GM talk about what he wants to improve

While it’s not typical, it would be informative for the fans
- Isles_since_6

Do you really wanna hear the same BS from snow? It will only make your blood boil

I’m actually going to agree with Rick here because in Vancouver Jim Benning has been interviewed frequently on the state of the Canucks and what they’re trying to built toward. While you won’t get much of the inner workings from him, it’s refreshing to hear a GM talk about what he wants to improve

While it’s not typical, it would be informative for the fans
- Isles_since_6

The fans are what pays the salaries........any respectable GM says something.

Being that the NHL trade deadline is about 4 weeks away, i'd like to see Garth address something before its too late.

Maybe im in the minority in this but, am i the only one who finds it a bit ridiculous that the GM has yet to speak to the public about the state of this team this year? I mean why hide? Why not answer the paying fans with the reasoning to play a career AHLer in Strait over one of the three d prospects?
- kindlyrick

If I remember correctly the last thing garth came out and said publicly was that he has confidence in crappy and his assistants. That's all I really need to hear from him.

I’m actually going to agree with Rick here because in Vancouver Jim Benning has been interviewed frequently on the state of the Canucks and what they’re trying to built toward. While you won’t get much of the inner workings from him, it’s refreshing to hear a GM talk about what he wants to improve

While it’s not typical, it would be informative for the fans
- Isles_since_6

I don't disagree that it would be nice to see and somewhat informative...but, like you said, it's not typical. I don't expect it and I certainly won't let it get to me if I don't see it.

The fans are what pays the salaries........any respectable GM says something.
- kindlyrick

That's just not true.

What was the last think Jeff Gorton came out and said?

Have you heard from Ken Holland lately?

Any big news from Jim Nill?

Do you really wanna hear the same BS from snow? It will only make your blood boil
- Vukota

This is the problem. He says the same things. We have the talent to win. If there is a deal available we will make it. It's painful to listen to and you can tell Garth seems real uncomfortable with speaking.

What? ...you literally just asked why he hasn't "spoke to the public about the state of the team".

When you say he's absent...absent in what way? How often is he some sort of outspoken media presence? How often is any GM?
- eichiefs9

As general manager since 2008, one would think he would be more in touch with the fans. After all its the fans who's money pays for most of this. I find it funny that the ticket brokers when they call multiple times say things like "garths gonna do this and that" yet garth hasnt said anything. My point here, is that I dont think Garth knows what to say.........for the first time his job is on the line soon, and he just turtled.

I don't disagree that it would be nice to see and somewhat informative...but, like you said, it's not typical. I don't expect it and I certainly won't let it get to me if I don't see it.
- eichiefs9

How do you say this to me "What? ...you literally just asked why he hasn't "spoke to the public about the state of the team".

When you say he's absent...absent in what way? How often is he some sort of outspoken media presence? How often is any GM?"

and then post that? Its like you're agreeing with him as he's saying the same as me but question me asking why snows been hiding???

That's just not true.

What was the last think Jeff Gorton came out and said?

Have you heard from Ken Holland lately?

Any big news from Jim Nill?
- eichiefs9

These are not teams who's rebuild has taken 8 years without a playoff round win, nor one in sight. Ken Holland, Jeff Gorton, Jim Nill??? Those three organizations are winning organizations. They speak for themselves. You're talking about the islanders.....who have NOT WON A PLAYOFF ROUND UNDER SNOW.

How do you say this to me "What? ...you literally just asked why he hasn't "spoke to the public about the state of the team".

When you say he's absent...absent in what way? How often is he some sort of outspoken media presence? How often is any GM?"

and then post that? Its like you're agreeing with him as he's saying the same as me but question me asking why snows been hiding???
- kindlyrick

It's not even remotely the same.

It would be nice if someone gave me $20. I do not expect someone to give me $20 and will not get upset when I don't get $20 from someone.

You are questioning why nobody gave you $20 and saying that you believe they owe you $20.

Does that simplify it?

Sure...Snow holding court and addressing the fans about the team would be nice. But I don't expect it to happen, it's not going to happen, and I'm not going to get all bent out of shape about it.

It's not even remotely the same.

It would be nice if someone gave me $20. I do not expect someone to give me $20 and will not get upset when I don't get $20 from someone.

You are questioning why nobody gave you $20 and saying that you believe they owe you $20.

Does that simplify it?

Sure...Snow holding court and addressing the fans about the team would be nice. But I don't expect it to happen, it's not going to happen, and I'm not going to get all bent out of shape about it.
- eichiefs9

The only thing I want to hear from Garth is Cappy has been replaced by a real coach or we just traded for a skilled and gritty forward. Anything else he can save the we have enough talent to win speech.