I guess I was wrong I thought Fosco would make an appearance today.
- thundachunk

Who says he hasn't? Lots of new faces around these days...

Who says he hasn't? Lots of new faces around these days...
- AlexF

This is one of those "why did you even bother giving this interview Trevor" moments. Lawyered answers straight down the line.
- AlexF

He is doing a good job of it. Give a little then take it away or vice versa. I think Benning has a little harder time with the media and speculation he comes across as a straight forward no BS no beating around the bush type of guy.

Another wannabe insider, but:

Farhan Lalji ‏@FarhanLaljiTSN
Very real possibility of Garrison to Tampa and Kesler to Anahiem happen today. #canucks

He is doing a good job of it. Give a little then take it away or vice versa. I think Benning has a little harder time with the media and speculation he comes across as a straight forward no BS no beating around the bush type of guy.
- thundachunk

Sounds like Benning's the bad cop with the current core of players. from what's being speculated.

This is exactly what a poster with supposed "connections" at CDC said. He was very upset when asked by Benning and may have already nixed a deal.

Same poster said Edler was told he's here to stay and one other Canuck with a full NTC was asked to waive and was also upset. Apparently one of two is seriously considering waiving. Both Garrrison and the other player were told they were not part of the future plans by Benning according to this poster.
- EagleNuck

Damn son, going to be an interesting 24 hours! I like Benning.

This is exactly what a poster with supposed "connections" at CDC said. He was very upset when asked by Benning and may have already nixed a deal.

Same poster said Edler was told he's here to stay and one other Canuck with a full NTC was asked to waive and was also upset. Apparently one of two is seriously considering waiving. Both Garrrison and the other player were told they were not part of the future plans by Benning according to this poster.
- EagleNuck

Garrison for Palat or Tyler Johnson straight up.

Farhan Lalji ‏@FarhanLaljiTSN 2m
Very real possibility of Garrison to Tampa and Kesler to Anahiem happen today. #canucks

edit - Damn you new Nucker, too fast on the draw!

Garrison for Palat or Tyler Johnson straight up.
- AlexF

Good luck with that. Pillow biter Purcell or a pick is my guess. Tampa would give Connelly before those 2.

Farhan Lalji ‏@FarhanLaljiTSN 2m
Very real possibility of Garrison to Tampa and Kesler to Anahiem happen today. #canucks
- 1970vintage

Leight.

Leight.
- EagleNuck

noted

This is exactly what a poster with supposed "connections" at CDC said. He was very upset when asked by Benning and may have already nixed a deal.

Same poster said Edler was told he's here to stay and one other Canuck with a full NTC was asked to waive and was also upset. Apparently one of two is seriously considering waiving. Both Garrrison and the other player were told they were not part of the future plans by Benning according to this poster.
- EagleNuck

Farhan Lalji ‏@FarhanLaljiTSN 5m

Very real possibility of Garrison to Tampa and Kesler to Anahiem happen today. #canucks

Edit - nevermind..too slow

noted
- 1970vintage

Step it up.

Good luck with that. Pillow biter Purcell or a pick is my guess. Tampa would give Connelly before those 2.
- EagleNuck

A top 4 D on a reasonable cap on a team that's in serious need of D upgrades. If Benning's not pushing for one of the younger guys he may as well not bother. I think it's a fair deal personally and a genuine hockey trade.

Farhan Lalji ‏@FarhanLaljiTSN 5m

Very real possibility of Garrison to Tampa and Kesler to Anahiem happen today. #canucks

Edit - nevermind..too slow
- Canuckleafer

Come on guys, get it together!

Who says he hasn't? Lots of new faces around these days...
- AlexF

I would actually be surprised thats not his style. Is right we need a little more facts and common sense this time of year.

A top 4 D on a reasonable cap on a team that's in serious need of D upgrades. If Benning's not pushing for one of the younger guys he may as well not bother. I think it's a fair deal personally and a genuine hockey trade.
- AlexF

I'd say Connolly is more likely. Johnson or Palat for Garrison would be robbery.

I would actually be surprised thats not his style. Is right we need a little more facts and common sense this time of year.
- thundachunk

Woah...shots fired.

A top 4 D on a reasonable cap on a team that's in serious need of D upgrades. If Benning's not pushing for one of the younger guys he may as well not bother. I think it's a fair deal personally and a genuine hockey trade.
- AlexF

Tampa did just save basically Garrison's exact cap hit by buying out Malone...

I would actually be surprised thats not his style. Is right we need a little more facts and common sense this time of year.
- thundachunk

Interesting that we're looking to HB posters for common sense. Just goes to show how out of sorts the media have gotten of late with their roooomers.

Step it up.
- EagleNuck

Here's more from HF:

"More from Hockey Widow:

Not much to update. A couple of very very unhappy Canucks who have been asked to waive. Been told they don't fit in the plans moving forward. I suspect it is a deliberate harsh attempt to get players to agree to waive. Two players taking time to think it over and decide but are in a little shock/anger right now. Can't really get into the teams or names of players involved from either side. Too speculative right now and too much risk to my sources but I do suspect that one of the Canucks involved will agree to waive before too long. Sorry, don't know the rumoured return at this point so can't say whether it is a good or bad deal.

Benning spoke today about having had a few talks with the Bruins. Heard tonight the Bruins are shopping not only Ericksson but also Marchand. They have tired of his antics,and need to clear a lot of cap. They want to bring Iginal back but also have a tRget for FA. Heard Canucks have some interest in Ericksson, maybe, but not so much Marchand.

Canucks plan moving forward is to get more Canadian content and more local boys. (Which is why the Garrison rumour doesn't sit well with some people. Inconsistent with stated plans) my feeling after tonight is that Benning has a very deliberate and methodical approach to trying to shake things up. He seems willing and able to be the bad cop, which is good if you advocate players with NTC being moved I suppose.

Also told Canucks are saying they have tabled their last best offer to Florida and will select Virtanen at 6 if he is still there. They now doubt Tallon will trade the pick and it is Edmonton's to lose as they covet Ekbald who they suspect Florida will take first if they hold the pick.

The problem with MG....his absolute inability to form and cultivate relationships. Difficult, elusive and suspect to deal with. And most people are saying Torts was not an MG hire!!!

Evander Kane's has asked to be dealt but Winnipeg had resisted all offers, at his point. Was almost a Canuck last year but Winnipeg pulled the plug at the last minute. They still want to build around him but his agent is working it. Current Canucks management not as hot to trade for him as MG was.

No update on Hansen or Burrows. Kesler is pushing back and waffling on an expanded list. No idea how this turns out but Canucks are threatening to keep him. That one made me laugh!!!

Not a happy place right now, so much uncertainty, hurt feelings etc etc etc. again, I think it is deliberate on behalf of the Canucks to make it uncomfortable for a few players so they will waive. Don't think we will see too much tomorrow but the logs are on the fire."

Sounds like Benning's the bad cop with the current core of players. from what's being speculated.
- EagleNuck

Ultimately he is the boss and if I am Gm I set a precedent and expectations early.

Good luck with that. Pillow biter Purcell or a pick is my guess. Tampa would give Connelly before those 2.
- EagleNuck

I'd be okay with Connelly, doesn't really seem like a fit in TB. It would be interesting to see what The Moustached Willie can do to get his development back on track.

Garrison for Palat or Tyler Johnson straight up.
- AlexF

I had a dream like that once.

I had a dream like that once.
- thundachunk

Crosby and Malkin scenario to Vancouver is still possible....just sayin!