hambuis could still hockey last year. he could be worth adding still.

bieksa is not an nhl player anymore. no to orprik.
- Tumbleweed

Agreed, id take a shot at Hamhuis, and maybe Entrsom as depth signings who could play up in the lineup if needed due to injuries.

Laine does not have an ego, settle down, he was asked a million times about the draft and sure he said he thinks he should go # 1. any 17 year old rated in the top 10 should say that, or would you prefer they say, no way, I'm not that good. lol
he also more often than not gave a much more wishy washy answer but the 3 times out of million were amplified like nobody's business. Myers sucks and no team should pay him 7, I hope the jets trade him or let him walk. the jets wont give away trouba, the've proven that with his previous hold out, who cares if hes not happy, if he doesn't play well no one will pay him.
- Ross77

Laine has exceeded expectations IMO and is one of the most talented players in the league. I will admit that media coverage would cloud opinions about personality. What you are calling confidence or cockiness certainly would be more in line with ego than humility. When I think of a great humble Jet, the first that comes to mind is Selanne

The only hole on the D is top pairing right side, which would push Haisney or Zaistev down to bottom pairing with Dermott. If they're not filling that spot I see no point in signing a Vet to play bottom pairing and log jam all of the fringe NHLers in the system that deserve a shot.
- Schennski

100% agreed. Amongst Borgman, Rosen, Holl and Carrick they should be able to fill one or two bottom 4-5-6 effectively.

Cause Matthews was picked 1st...why would he say anything?
JEts wont be moving Trouba...they would be stupid to do so.
Myers will be moved first.
Buff is exactly what the leafs need.
- Fakepartofme

Matthews - was "Aw Shuks" before and after the draft - never once have heard him saying he will be as good as so and so - ever

Jets should try to keep Trouba - but it may prove difficult

Agree Myers will probably be moved

Agree completely on Buff - doubt the Jets would trade a dominating big physical d-man like him. I wouldn't

most fans around the league are starting to see the likelihood of an all Canada Cup final....Nucks and Habs.....lol!!!!!! Leafs and Jets of course!!!! I think if this were to happen the hatred might hit an all time high between fan bases. but it will be awesome....Jets in 6
- Ross77

Your obviously crazy, but thats why we like you.

Leafs in 6

100% agreed. Amongst Borgman, Rosen, Holl and Carrick they should be able to fill one or two bottom 4-5-6 effectively.
- BorjeFan4Ever

Probably not 4.
5- 7

Your obviously crazy, but thats why we like you.

Leafs in 6
- Fakepartofme

Leafs will lose on 2 fronts

Defense and taxes

most fans around the league are starting to see the likelihood of an all Canada Cup final....Nucks and Habs.....lol!!!!!! Leafs and Jets of course!!!! I think if this were to happen the hatred might hit an all time high between fan bases. but it will be awesome....Jets in 6
- Ross77

Hard no on adding Hamhuis, Bieksa or Orpik on a PTO. Let one of Holl, Carrick, Rosen, Borgman, Marincin, or the new Russian kid earn that t spot. At least they would have potential to improve as the season goes on.
- Schennski

I know Frenchie will disagree, but I think they should give Igor Ozhiganov an opportunity. He's a RHD, he has some size, likes to hit, and has a shot that is close to 100 mph. Sandin and Liljegren will be in the mix down the road, but with managing the cap, adding entry level deals into the cap structure on defense is not a bad thing.

Matthews - was "Aw Shuks" before and after the draft - never once have heard him saying he will be as good as so and so - ever

Jets should try to keep Trouba - but it may prove difficult

Agree Myers will probably be moved

Agree completely on Buff - doubt the Jets would trade a dominating big physical d-man like him. I wouldn't
- winsix

Agreed on Buff.

So with that said......its time to reach out to trump jr to see if his russian contacts can somehow convince chevy to trade the Buff to the Leafs for an AHL'er (leivo),a B D prospect and a 3rd.

Leafs will lose on 2 fronts

Defense and taxes
- Symba007

Jets will lose on 3 fronts
Taxes, Offense and because.

to be honest I'm not sure anymore, he said all the right things at the end of the year. he may want to play in the states or this is his agent (Overhardt) known for over valuing and getting his clients more than they deserve playing hard ball and the Jets not giving in
- Ross77

really curious, what do you believe Morrisey's contract looks like going forward? and Poolman...
it would seem that moving one of Myers or Buf would be a necessity (not this year) and that some quality depth guys will be lost (Little, Perreault)

Leafs will lose on 2 fronts

Defense and taxes
- Symba007

Sure, but they have the best pyjamas!

Agreed, id take a shot at Hamhuis, and maybe Entrsom as depth signings who could play up in the lineup if needed due to injuries.
- Archaic

i think it's a no-brainer if you can get one of those guys into camp on a pto.

nothing to lose, increases competition and insurance if some of the younger guys don't look ready to step-up.

Agreed on Buff.

So with that said......its time to reach out to trump jr to see if his russian contacts can somehow convince chevy to trade the Buff to the Leafs for an AHL'er (leivo),a B D prospect and a 3rd.
- Fakepartofme

Jets will lose on 3 fronts
Taxes, Offense and because.
- Fakepartofme

It's Winnipeg - don't forget about the roving gangs of murderous mosquitoes!

Probably not 4.
5- 7
- Fakepartofme

most likely correct

I'm hoping that Gardiner is moved (not because I hate him, I don't ) but because of looming free agency, and I fear the media is going to savage him daily about the end of last season...

moving Gardiner hopefully as part of a package for a top 4 RHD not named Karlsson (

because reasons )

Dermott steps into to take Gardiner minutes (with fewer brain farts and better d-zone performance)

if these things can happen, then perhaps sign veteran either LHD or RHD to help offset Hainsey's PK time... that guy was worn out by the 3/4 mark of the season

Jets will lose on 3 fronts
Taxes, Offense and because.
- Fakepartofme

damn taxes again...

and I always forget about the "because"

Probably not 4.
5- 7
- Fakepartofme

It's really only the 6-7.

Reilly - Hainsey (Or Z)
Gardiner - Zaistev (Or Hainsey)
Dermott - BLANK

Carrick looked good with Dermott at times but any of Holl, Rosen, or Borgman could fill that spot for the time being. Heck even Marincin looked good after a full year in Dubas' development system in the AHL. If Babcock isn't biased, Marincin might be the favourite due to his PK specialty.

Why develop all of these over age 'rookies' if you're not going to leave a spot for them in the lineup?

damn taxes again...

and I always forget about the "because"
- BorjeFan4Ever

The "because" factor is always the biggest factor.

most likely correct

I'm hoping that Gardiner is moved (not because I hate him, I don't ) but because of looming free agency, and I fear the media is going to savage him daily about the end of last season...

moving Gardiner hopefully as part of a package for a top 4 RHD not named Karlsson (

because reasons )

Dermott steps into to take Gardiner minutes (with fewer brain farts and better d-zone performance)

if these things can happen, then perhaps sign veteran either LHD or RHD to help offset Hainsey's PK time... that guy was worn out by the 3/4 mark of the season
- BorjeFan4Ever

Gardiner will cost 6 mil per or more most likely. I dont want to pay a Dman that much who cant really play D. Great offense.

It's really only the 6-7.

Reilly - Hainsey (Or Z)
Gardiner - Zaistev (Or Hainsey)
Dermott - BLANK

Carrick looked good with Dermott at times but any of Holl, Rosen, or Borgman could fill that spot for the time being. Heck even Marincin looked good after a full year in Dubas' development system in the AHL. If Babcock isn't biased, Marincin might be the favourite due to his PK specialty.

Why develop all of these over age 'rookies' if you're not going to leave a spot for them in the lineup?
- Schennski

I agree with what you are saying but the Leafs do need a legit top 4 RHD to be added to the mix. It would slot players in properly, which puts less pressure on the defense.. Assuming Gardiner stays, it might be:

Rielly- ?
Gardiner - Hainsey
Dermott - Zaitsev


If we get someone who can fill a top 4 RHD spot, then we're all good.. Won't have a weakness really, other than maybe Andersen... I hear he's already fatigued

Matthews - was "Aw Shuks" before and after the draft - never once have heard him saying he will be as good as so and so - ever

Jets should try to keep Trouba - but it may prove difficult

Agree Myers will probably be moved

Agree completely on Buff - doubt the Jets would trade a dominating big physical d-man like him. I wouldn't
- winsix

good PR coaching? He did however get a big lion tattoo with a crown on it, no? I'd say there's lots of ego there, but why shouldn't these guys have confidence? They're elite professional athletes for cryin out loud

really curious, what do you believe Morrisey's contract looks like going forward? and Poolman...
it would seem that moving one of Myers or Buf would be a necessity (not this year) and that some quality depth guys will be lost (Little, Perreault)
- BorjeFan4Ever

I think Morrisey's deal is being held up by Trouba's , if Trouba gets a long term deal it may force us to bridge Morrisey for cap reasons, if trouba wont sign long term and sadly a move looks more likely then I can see morrisey getting a longer term deal. to be honest, there are a lot of Jets fans who like morrisey more than trouba. I see either a 2 year deal at 3.5 million or a 7 years deal at around 5 mil ( which would be awesome value!!)
I really like Poolman, granted he is a 4-6 D, but I like him and hope he get a regular shift this year, I think he signs a 3 year / 1.5 per deal. I baffled by the Jets fans that are ok with trading trouba and re signing myers, I would never do this. trade myers now. also, Niku is a D to watch this year and Samberg possibly next year.

It's really only the 6-7.

Reilly - Hainsey (Or Z)
Gardiner - Zaistev (Or Hainsey)
Dermott/Carrick - Ozhiganov/Borgman

Carrick looked good with Dermott at times but any of Holl, Rosen, or Borgman could fill that spot for the time being. Heck even Marincin looked good after a full year in Dubas' development system in the AHL. If Babcock isn't biased, Marincin might be the favourite due to his PK specialty.

Why develop all of these over age 'rookies' if you're not going to leave a spot for them in the lineup?
- Schennski

me thinks but the Leafs will not have 8 D on the roster at the start of the season.
Holl, Rosen, or Borgman will mostly start with the Marlies.