- eichiefs9

Was one of those characters Brock Nelson?

Totally agree, I never thought he was over rated like some on here.
- nyisles7

I felt he was too but to be honest and address chiefs, ovie has been blah so far he's one dimensional anymore. He's still a great shooter but he doesn't go end to end anymore or create for other guys. Oshie shoots hits and can dish the puck. I'm not saying he's elite but I would take him for sure. Also shows more heart than okposo ever did.

Cross your fingers Ses.
- nyisles7

Odd I think Garth uncrossed his legs and it's how he still has a job

Odd I think Garth uncrossed his legs and it's how he still has a job
- Upstate_isles

https://www.vice.com/en_c...sfbca&utm_campaign=global

Serious question who would you rather sign Kovi or Oshie?
- nyisles7

Oshie wouldn't cost any assets, just money. Kovi would cost both.

It has to be asked, would people here on this board want the Isles to trade for and sign Kovi? He's like 36 now. Still productive, albeit in the KHL.

Oshie wouldn't cost any assets, just money. Kovi would cost both.

It has to be asked, would people here on this board want the Isles to trade for and sign Kovi? He's like 36 now. Still productive, albeit in the KHL.
- Jethro09

34 and he just put up 78pts in 60gp in a lower scoring league.

He would be a massive addition to an inept PP. I'd roll the dice, but the contract would have to make sense.

Doesn't matter though, I'll bet anyone dollars to donuts that he's going to be a Ranger.

Trade for Duchene already you Dinks
- DDM-Coga

That ship sailed. If Sakic makes him available to the entire league in the offseason, the Isles will undoubtedly get out-bid by another team.

Odd I think Garth uncrossed his legs and it's how he still has a job
- Upstate_isles

That ship sailed. If Sakic makes him available to the entire league in the offseason, the Isles will undoubtedly get out-bid by another team.
- Jethro09

Carolina, Habs and Bruins, all have the type young dman the Lanche are looking for in mho. Remember Im always wrong so....

Oshie wouldn't cost any assets, just money. Kovi would cost both.

It has to be asked, would people here on this board want the Isles to trade for and sign Kovi? He's like 36 now. Still productive, albeit in the KHL.
- Jethro09

Oshie without even thinking about it.
Kovi will be back in Russia in 2 years

Carolina, Habs and Bruins, all have the type young dman the Lanche are looking for in mho. Remember Im always wrong so....
- nyisles7

I would not bet against you on this one 7. Garth had an entire year to get Duchene and could not do it. Why will this summer be any different?

Oshie without even thinking about it.
Kovi will be back in Russia in 2 years
- nyisles7

You do realize that your thing here is hating the a 30 year old UFA that we overpaid for in both dollars and term last offseason and you are saying that you want to sign a 30 year old UFA that we will overpay for in both dollars and term for during this offseason...right?

https://www.vice.com/en_ca/article/beer-league-refs-tell-us-their-greatest-horror-stories?utm_source=vicesportsfbca&utm_campaign=global
- eichiefs9

Sad thing is I'm the bumhole on Tuesdays and the ref for men's league on Wednesdays

Sad thing is I'm the bumhole on Tuesdays and the ref for men's league on Wednesdays
- Upstate_isles

You do realize that your thing here is hating the a 30 year old UFA that we overpaid for in both dollars and term last offseason and you are saying that you want to sign a 30 year old UFA that we will overpay for in both dollars and term for during this offseason...right?
- eichiefs9

Yes sir, although I never wanted Ladd, that 1 dimensional 30 year old we signed last year that showed a decline in his numbers the last couple years who also "played" a game that typically takes its toll earlier on a player.
Conversely , Oshie is an all around talent and think his skill set with JT would be very complementing to both players, or just placing him on another line he would make others around him better imho. I think he he would help our PP in his ability to create space and make the quick pass. He also possesses a nice shot, not to mention he would help us in the God forsaken skills competition.

Yes sir, although I never wanted Ladd, that 1 dimensional 30 year old we signed last year that showed a decline in his numbers the last couple years who also "played" a game that typically takes its toll earlier on a player.
Conversely , Oshie is an all around talent and think his skill set with JT would be very complementing to both players, or just placing him on another line he would make others around him better imho. I think he he would help our PP in his ability to create space and make the quick pass. He also possesses a nice shot, not to mention he would help us in the God forsaken skills competition.
- nyisles7

Fair enough, although I don't think Ladd is one dimensional. He had a mostly bad year, but I think he still has plenty left in the tank.

I'd be OK with Oshie, but I'm not thrilled at the idea of giving him a long-term deal. I also don't think he's worth much more than $5M - $5.5M per year. At 5 years, $25M I'd be OK. That said, I'd still prefer landing a center to play behind Tavares.

Fair enough, although I don't think Ladd is one dimensional. He had a mostly bad year, but I think he still has plenty left in the tank.

I'd be OK with Oshie, but I'm not thrilled at the idea of giving him a long-term deal. I also don't think he's worth much more than $5M - $5.5M per year. At 5 years, $25M I'd be OK. That said, I'd still prefer landing a center to play behind Tavares.
- eichiefs9

If you look at Cal, Casey's and Ladd's deals, Oshie would be a bargain at 5.25 per for 5 years with what he brings

What other than shoot, did Ladd ever bring skill wise in his career? He was always slow, didn't transport or handle the puck very well imho.
He was typically the trigger man and he was a bit of a banger in his younger days.

My opinion is he's shot, I hope I'm wrong and has a better year this year but wow is his contract terrible!

Edit: I agree a 2 way center is needed, if I'm not wrong TJ was drafted as a center.

If you look at Cal, Casey's and Ladd's deals, Oshie would be a bargain at 5.25 per for 5 years with what he brings

What other than shoot, did Ladd ever bring skill wise in his career? He was always slow, didn't transport or handle the puck very well imho.
He was typically the trigger man and he was a bit of a banger in his younger days.

My opinion is he's shot, I hope I'm wrong and has a better year this year but wow is his contract terrible!

Edit: I agree a 2 way center is needed, if I'm not wrong TJ was drafted as a center.
- nyisles7

Johnson, as far as I know, has primarily remained at center. He was signed as an undrafted free agent, but I believe most of his career has been at that position.

Johnson, as far as I know, has primarily remained at center. He was signed as an undrafted free agent, but I believe most of his career has been at that position.
- eichiefs9

Tyler Johnson yes, but I was referring to Oshie, sorry confusing. I think he played center in College and in his pre draft years.

Tyler Johnson yes, but I was referring to Oshie. I think he played center in College and in his pre draft years.
- nyisles7

Oh, no he was drafted as a RW.

http://www.hockeydb.com/ihdb/draft/nhl2005e.html

Oh, no he was drafted as a RW.

http://www.hockeydb.com/ihdb/draft/nhl2005e.html
- eichiefs9

Ryan O'mara.

Yet another fantastic Islander first round selection.

Oh, no he was drafted as a RW.

http://www.hockeydb.com/ihdb/draft/nhl2005e.html
- eichiefs9

Yes RW, you right.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-l4VUMdx-JM

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-l4VUMdx-JM


- eichiefs9

He looks pretty good on that big sheet of ice.

Looks like he's got some pretty slick hands and good mobility. Smooth skater and good vision.

I hope the sens win tonight