Bottom line ... the only way to improve that franchise is trade the Iggy's, JayBos, Kippers, Stempniaks, Cammelarias or Giordanos, Tanguays and do a complete overhaul. Columbus has three freakin first round draft picks in this draft. Say Calgary gets some nice prospects, one or two more firsts and a few seconds - they can get alot of talent.
- Oneonta Penguin

Speaking of Columbus, don't sleep on them next season. Those guys are playing hard every night, and now with a legit front office and a lot of prospects and picks, their arrow is definitely pointing up.

Bottom line ... the only way to improve that franchise is trade the Iggy's, JayBos, Kippers, Stempniaks, Cammelarias or Giordanos, Tanguays and do a complete overhaul. Columbus has three freakin first round draft picks in this draft. Say Calgary gets some nice prospects, one or two more firsts and a few seconds - they can get alot of talent.
- Oneonta Penguin

that is something I would happily agree with you on... and how about Col... they could maybe pick up another 1st or at least 2nds for some of their vets... new gm has no attatchments... they could end up with 5-7 picks in the top 60 this year!

columbus, not colorado

I agree but it will never happen.. they could trade him but i hope he retires on a good note
- nh4442

I hope he is traded in the offseason... I dont even want to see him finish out his contract, the last couple seasons you could say he has lost his edge but this year he is just a liability.... I wanna see Depres and Harrington fill his minutes next season, if Harrington is ready obviously.

Speaking of Columbus, don't sleep on them next season. Those guys are playing hard every night, and now with a legit front office and a lot of prospects and picks, their arrow is definitely pointing up.
- rival22

Not sleeping on them at all. They have played very hard this year despite a lack of talent. How many one goal games have they been in? Bobrovsky has turned into a good goalie overnight.

Davidson made a great hire with Jarmo. I don't know what his trade philosophy will be but his scouting and ability to pick the right guy when they select is tremendous. Three first rounders in this draft will go along way. Then again, they might not have a top 10 pick with the way they are playing.

As much hate as I've thrown Disco's way, he's got them playing good tight checking hockey the last few. Great win! Would be nice to have the 3rd or 4th line chip one in....especially in a game like this.

As much hate as I've thrown Disco's way, he's got them playing good tight checking hockey the last few. Great win! Would be nice to have the 3rd or 4th line chip one in....especially in a game like this.
- madmike71

we have a 3rd line?

I'm on board for making the moves to get the team ready for a cup run. If that's Iggy then do it.

However I think the moves need to address the 4th line speed and physicality. Plus a dman that plays with an edge. I think the price for these parts will be much cheaper than going for Iggy, plus if we get him where does he play? I'm not touching Sid's line, they are sick and clutch and fierce right now. FREAKIN DUPER man!!!

If you put him with Malkin holy well you are in for 2 dominant lines but Bennett in the Bottom 6 doesn't fly with me and doesn't help the 4th line at all.

As much hate as I've thrown Disco's way, he's got them playing good tight checking hockey the last few. Great win! Would be nice to have the 3rd or 4th line chip one in....especially in a game like this.
- madmike71

He learned something from the game against Boston.

As much hate as I've thrown Disco's way, he's got them playing good tight checking hockey the last few. Great win! Would be nice to have the 3rd or 4th line chip one in....especially in a game like this.
- madmike71

Hey Adams with a shorty!!!

The 4th line looks like they are killing a penalty at even strength.

I'm on board for making the moves to get the team ready for a cup run. If that's Iggy then do it.

However I think the moves need to address the 4th line speed and physicality. Plus a dman that plays with an edge. I think the price for these parts will be much cheaper than going for Iggy, plus if we get him where does he play? I'm not touching Sid's line, they are sick and clutch and fierce right now. FREAKIN DUPER man!!!

If you put him with Malkin holy well you are in for 2 dominant lines but Bennett in the Bottom 6 doesn't fly with me and doesn't help the 4th line at all.
- Sell My Monkey

doubt we get anyone to be honest....

I'm on board for making the moves to get the team ready for a cup run. If that's Iggy then do it.

However I think the moves need to address the 4th line speed and physicality. Plus a dman that plays with an edge. I think the price for these parts will be much cheaper than going for Iggy, plus if we get him where does he play? I'm not touching Sid's line, they are sick and clutch and fierce right now. FREAKIN DUPER man!!!

If you put him with Malkin holy well you are in for 2 dominant lines but Bennett in the Bottom 6 doesn't fly with me and doesn't help the 4th line at all.
- Sell My Monkey

Is everyone expecting Bennett to produce in the playoffs?Honest question.

Is everyone expecting Bennett to produce in the playoffs?Honest question.
- Orpik44

yes only bc of shortened season.. if it was a full season there could be problems... but he looks great right now

Can't say I have seen back to back comebacks, while having 0 goals, with under 8 minutes to play, that finished in regulation.....until now

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well... nobody's on the flames blog and I'm off to bed yawn was a pleasure debating with you mr onorato penquin tee hee and always enjoy your insights into this and other blogs. have a good night and we'll see about the pens over the next few weeks.

Beginning to think Orpik will be the odd man out come this offseason. I really thought he would bounce back this year and it just hasn't happened.

yes only bc of shortened season.. if it was a full season there could be problems... but he looks great right now
- nh4442

Just worried about the physical play. He doesn't look ready yet strenght wise.

from main board:

Trade Idea. Lets play.

To Tor-Perry

To Pitts-Kulemin

To Anaheim- Tor 1st, Pittsburgh 2nd, MacArthur, Gardiner



hmm so we give up a 2nd for kulemin...idk

doubt we get anyone to be honest....
- nh4442

I think Shero has learned from last year. We need a little tinkering, nothing huge. If he goes 2 years without doing anything at the deadline and we go 1 and done again. It will look a little foolish.

I'd even settle for a PK specialist that gives us better minutes than Glass.

I'm not saying that Sid didn't play solid D'efore, but ever since Milbury made the 'crack addicts' comment, Sid's D has went to another level

from main board:

Trade Idea. Lets play.

To Tor-Perry

To Pitts-Kulemin

To Anaheim- Tor 1st, Pittsburgh 2nd, MacArthur, Gardiner



hmm so we give up a 2nd for kulemin...idk
- nh4442

Leave it to a Leaf fan to suggest a 3 way trade in a league where they rarely happen.

I think Shero has learned from last year. We need a little tinkering, nothing huge. If he goes 2 years without doing anything at the deadline and we go 1 and done again. It will look a little foolish.

I'd even settle for a PK specialist that gives us better minutes than Glass.
- Sell My Monkey

i still think letang situation is going to be like staals...

from main board:

Trade Idea. Lets play.

To Tor-Perry

To Pitts-Kulemin

To Anaheim- Tor 1st, Pittsburgh 2nd, MacArthur, Gardiner



hmm so we give up a 2nd for kulemin...idk
- nh4442

I hope any trade involving a potential Perry and Pittsburgh combo, lands him here and not to a 3rd team

Is everyone expecting Bennett to produce in the playoffs?Honest question.
- Orpik44

All depends on the amount of room that is created for him by Malkin.... Neal is a bit of a floater and needs to stop his upward skating stance... put his head down and start hitting some bodies. Bennett puts in a better effort some times he just doesnt have the strength. I would be looking for Glencross and 4th line help to replace Glass... he is very ineffective. I would be happy with that lineup going into the playoffs. I think there will be some close eyes on Bennett to see if they have the faith in him... I like his effort level, he just needs Malkin on his line

Leave it to a Leaf fan to suggest a 3 way trade in a league where they rarely happen.
- Gunner Staal

last 3 way trade?

Is everyone expecting Bennett to produce in the playoffs?Honest question.
- Orpik44

He seemed to be finding a groove with Geno and Neal before Geno went down, I don't see why he wouldn't.