Ty Anderson: Bruins sign veteran Exelby, re-up final two RFAs

Exelby will be a pretty decent 6-7th Dman.

Dude was a viscous hitter 4-5 years ago.

then he signed with the Leafs.... and his carer went downhilll.

Exelby will be a pretty decent 6-7th Dman.

Dude was a viscous hitter 4-5 years ago.

then he signed with the Leafs.... and his carer went downhilll.
- jbold

Yeah, his physicality is obviously the No. 1 upside. Especially if McQuaid goes down given the concussion problems he may face to begin the year. Bruins are quietly building up some nice defensive depth on the farm or as the club's third pairing/extra skater. Colby Cohen, Tommy Cross, Torey Krug, etc etc. Not bad options if you're in a pinch.

Always was an XLB fan when he played with the Thrashers. Loved when he rocked Sundin!

Ty, how is he waiver exempt?

Always was an XLB fan when he played with the Thrashers. Loved when he rocked Sundin!

Ty, how is he waiver exempt?
- The_Inkwell

I think he's exempt because it is a two-way contract.

Always was an XLB fan when he played with the Thrashers. Loved when he rocked Sundin!

Ty, how is he waiver exempt?
- The_Inkwell

Hard to hate on a guy that plays physical but clean! He's except because he signed a two-way deal with the club. I think he's just looking to break into the NHL in some capacity again, and a two-way deal does that. Guys can get buried in the A if they have one-way pacts.

I think he's exempt because it is a two-way contract.
- GSDIV

two-way has nothing to do with waivers, it's just the difference in salary AHL vs. NHL.

No way he's waiver exempt (but don't worry, nobody's picking that fail train up).

Hard to hate on a guy that plays physical but clean! He's except because he signed a two-way deal with the club. I think he's just looking to break into the NHL in some capacity again, and a two-way deal does that. Guys can get buried in the A if they have one-way pacts.
- tyanderson

Pretty sure this isn't right. 2 way deal affects the amount of money he receives in the NHL/AHL, doesn't have anything to do with being exempt from waivers. This isn't NHL 12 Ty

Hard to hate on a guy that plays physical but clean! He's except because he signed a two-way deal with the club. I think he's just looking to break into the NHL in some capacity again, and a two-way deal does that. Guys can get buried in the A if they have one-way pacts.
- tyanderson

If you're lucky: guy did absolutely nothing when he was with the Leafs. I don't recall a single hit; and he's slow, so don't expect any, you know, defensive ability either. He has a cool name though! XLB! Yeah!

Pretty sure this isn't right. 2 way deal affects the amount of money he receives in the NHL/AHL, doesn't have anything to do with being exempt from waivers. This isn't NHL 12 Ty
- JVR2112

I'll double-check. I'm just thinking he's exempt 'cause PC emphasized Boston's desire to get a guy they could send down and call-up without a team nabbing him. I really don't want to pull the CBA out, it's too (frank)in' hot.

I think he's exempt because it is a two-way contract.
- GSDIV

I don't think real contracts work the same way as NHL12. Just because a player is on a two-way doesn't mean they don't go through waivers as EA's version would have you believe...

I think being waiver exempt means, in this case, that Exelby was waived already and has not played enough NHL games (10), or spent enough time on an NHL roster (30 days), since then to earn his status back. This season, if he hits those numbers on the Bruins he'll have to go through waivers again.

I don't think real contracts work the same way as NHL12. Just because a player is on a two-way doesn't mean they don't go through waivers as EA's version would have you believe...

I think being waiver exempt means, in this case, that Exelby was waived already and has not played enough NHL games (10), or spent enough time on an NHL roster (30 days), since then to earn his status back. This season, if he hits those numbers on the Bruins he'll have to go through waivers again.
- abstrakt

Yeah it was hard for me to come to grips with every hockey team not being comprised of a skinny guy, medium guy, and a fat guy. I didnt get the idea from a video game, I read something about the signings that reported it that way. If I'm wrong then it wouldn't be the first time, and I apologize.

Man, I remember when Exelby was a Ranger. All of about 3 preseason games 2 years ago, good times.

BAM!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y2SdJGhkZK4

Not sure what is game is like now, but back then he was vicious!!

Go get 'em XLB!!!

The Dennis Seidenberg trade is possibly one of the most underrated Hockey trades in a long, long time, if not the MOST underrated. He is also up there as one of the more underrated defenseman in the NHL. I think he was the unsung hero of the 2011 Stanley Cup run and I don't think I'm alone. What a steal

Edit: If you can't tell Seidenberg

The Dennis Seidenberg trade is possibly one of the most underrated Hockey trades in a long, long time, if not the MOST underrated. He is also up there as one of the more underrated defenseman in the NHL. I think he was the unsung hero of the 2011 Stanley Cup run and I don't think I'm alone. What a steal

Edit: If you can't tell Seidenberg
- celata29

He was better than Chara IMO. In the playoffs he was an absolute monster for us and played a huge role for us when we won the cup.

I remember I was upset at the time we acquired him because we had to give up Bitzy! But looking back I can see what an absolute robbery that trade was and he has developed into a very solid #2 defenceman.


..On a side note, im glad they brought MacDermid back. I liked what I saw in the few games that he played and hes one tough customer. I wouldnt be upset with him seeing some time on the 4th line this year

Exelby is no Darth Quaider, But I love the signing, if he doesnt pan out it's no biggie, besides guys that are pretty tough like that play even TOUGHER when you have Chara-Quaider-Lucic-Thornton-Horton-Campbell-Ference all sitting next to you on the bench,
Going to be Intersting to see the 1st game against Buffalo when the no skill goon Scott goes running after Lucic or Chara (I say running because he can't really skate)
Thornton is going to have to be very careful with that Monster

I like the Exelby depth signing. Kind of reminds me of the Shane Hnidy signing (both times). The Bruins needed a 7th d-man, and Exelby should provide value in that role. Still, if someone gets hurt or Hamilton doesn't pan out, they will need to make a move. Exelby probably can't be even a third pairing d-man for a very long stretch.

Aside from this, I would still like the Bruins to explore other moves. I still think the most sensible move out there is a Krejci-Bobby Ryan deal. The Ducks are looking for a legit second line center behind Getzlaf, and I think Krejci would be a perfect fit there. Their salaries are very close so that wouldn't be an issue, but the Bruins might need to sweeten the pot a bit. I would do this deal if I could, because the Bruins have enough centers (though Seguin would likely have to move to the pivot) and really need a wing. It would also give them some really good insurance/bargaining leverage with Lucic and Horton up after this season.

If you're lucky: guy did absolutely nothing when he was with the Leafs. I don't recall a single hit; and he's slow, so don't expect any, you know, defensive ability either. He has a cool name though! XLB! Yeah!
- gravyface

We keep stealing the leafs trash.... I guess PC was tired of digging through montreals scraps.

I like the Exelby depth signing. Kind of reminds me of the Shane Hnidy signing (both times). The Bruins needed a 7th d-man, and Exelby should provide value in that role. Still, if someone gets hurt or Hamilton doesn't pan out, they will need to make a move. Exelby probably can't be even a third pairing d-man for a very long stretch.

Aside from this, I would still like the Bruins to explore other moves. I still think the most sensible move out there is a Krejci-Bobby Ryan deal. The Ducks are looking for a legit second line center behind Getzlaf, and I think Krejci would be a perfect fit there. Their salaries are very close so that wouldn't be an issue, but the Bruins might need to sweeten the pot a bit. I would do this deal if I could, because the Bruins have enough centers (though Seguin would likely have to move to the pivot) and really need a wing. It would also give them some really good insurance/bargaining leverage with Lucic and Horton up after this season.
- TheGreatNumber8

Arent they also asking for Hamilton? Thats alot of sweetner. The other thing I hear is Spooner and Caron added to the deal, but all of my rumors are 2nd hand from a guy who drinks with Shawn Bate's cousin. You can't get a more solid source than that!

I like the Exelby depth signing. Kind of reminds me of the Shane Hnidy signing (both times). The Bruins needed a 7th d-man, and Exelby should provide value in that role. Still, if someone gets hurt or Hamilton doesn't pan out, they will need to make a move. Exelby probably can't be even a third pairing d-man for a very long stretch.

Aside from this, I would still like the Bruins to explore other moves. I still think the most sensible move out there is a Krejci-Bobby Ryan deal. The Ducks are looking for a legit second line center behind Getzlaf, and I think Krejci would be a perfect fit there. Their salaries are very close so that wouldn't be an issue, but the Bruins might need to sweeten the pot a bit. I would do this deal if I could, because the Bruins have enough centers (though Seguin would likely have to move to the pivot) and really need a wing. It would also give them some really good insurance/bargaining leverage with Lucic and Horton up after this season.
- TheGreatNumber8

This!

I like the Exelby depth signing. Kind of reminds me of the Shane Hnidy signing (both times). The Bruins needed a 7th d-man, and Exelby should provide value in that role. Still, if someone gets hurt or Hamilton doesn't pan out, they will need to make a move. Exelby probably can't be even a third pairing d-man for a very long stretch.

Aside from this, I would still like the Bruins to explore other moves. I still think the most sensible move out there is a Krejci-Bobby Ryan deal. The Ducks are looking for a legit second line center behind Getzlaf, and I think Krejci would be a perfect fit there. Their salaries are very close so that wouldn't be an issue, but the Bruins might need to sweeten the pot a bit. I would do this deal if I could, because the Bruins have enough centers (though Seguin would likely have to move to the pivot) and really need a wing. It would also give them some really good insurance/bargaining leverage with Lucic and Horton up after this season.
- TheGreatNumber8

I really cant see Chia dealing Krejci right now. He had a career high in goals last season and is still one of the most underrated players in the league. He wins faceoffs, great in all 3 zones of th rink and has great vision and hockey sense. Sometimes its almost as if he has eyes in the back of his head.

I dont know that Seguin is ready to be a top line centre next year either. I will be interested to see what kind of production he has this year.

As much as I love B.Ryan and I think he would look great in a B's uni, I dont think its the smartest move right now. I still think we need a top 9 forward and a top 4 defenceman.

Arent they also asking for Hamilton? Thats alot of sweetner. The other thing I hear is Spooner and Caron added to the deal, but all of my rumors are 2nd hand from a guy who drinks with Shawn Bate's cousin. You can't get a more solid source than that!
- 77emac77

If your talking Ryan for Krejci and a prospect then Of Course the B's do it but I'm sure as referenced above they want Hamilton as well, which will not happen.
However I would do Krejci + (any prospect but Hamilton) or one of Peverly/Kelly/Boychuk any other goalie but Tukka ?? throw a few pucks, sticks and maybe and old pair of glves too.

Would the B's do Krejci + Marchand for Ryan ??

If your talking Ryan for Krejci and a prospect then Of Course the B's do it but I'm sure as referenced above they want Hamilton as well, which will not happen.
However I would do Krejci + (any prospect but Hamilton) or one of Peverly/Kelly/Boychuk any other goalie but Tukka ?? throw a few pucks, sticks and maybe and old pair of glves too.

Would the B's do Krejci + Marchand for Ryan ??
- BruinBlood

I certainly hope not. We are then left with a whole in the top 6 as well. I dont even think Chia will question sying no to this deal. He likes the core that he has and I doubt he parts with any oof the core.

If your talking Ryan for Krejci and a prospect then Of Course the B's do it but I'm sure as referenced above they want Hamilton as well, which will not happen.
However I would do Krejci + (any prospect but Hamilton) or one of Peverly/Kelly/Boychuk any other goalie but Tukka ?? throw a few pucks, sticks and maybe and old pair of glves too.

Would the B's do Krejci + Marchand for Ryan ??
- BruinBlood

Yikes