Bowman says Hawks would consider trading down with the right deal.
- Lido_Shuffle

First, quotes always need context, such as the way the question was asked can elicit a response that could be ambiguous without the context. But even without context, the quote has a caveat that makes the quote ambiguous with or without context and that's the "right deal". If Edmonton offered Connor McDavid for the #3 pick - of course Stan would trade the pick. So, I don't think a lot can be read into that quote because it's basically GM boilerplate.

- EnzoD

It seems like he has been since the end of the year. There were a number of "whispers" and "reports" that the Preds were one of the top (if not number 1) destination for him.

You would have to think something would have to give with Johanson at $8M, Turris at $6M and Bonino at $4.1M (I believe he is their "4th" center). I can't imagine Duchene comes in at lower than $8M right?
- Chunk

NSH wants to move P.K. Subban and his $9M AAV to make room for Duchene's $9M AAV.

It seems like he has been since the end of the year. There were a number of "whispers" and "reports" that the Preds were one of the top (if not number 1) destination for him.

You would have to think something would have to give with Johanson at $8M, Turris at $6M and Bonino at $4.1M (I believe he is their "4th" center). I can't imagine Duchene comes in at lower than $8M right?
- Chunk

With the Hayes deal coming in at just over $7M - I’d say it’s safe to assume Duchene gets a deal in excess of $8M.

Go get him Stan
- Assman22

Why? He isn't any good.

Neither here nor there in relation to the draft speculation, but the Hawks did say that Toews WILL be in Vancouver to announce the pick (or at least participate). Think it was in the first “on the clock” video.

Link???
- EnzoD

https://www.barstoolsport...-a-decision-on-the-3-pick

Neither here nor there in relation to the draft speculation, but the Hawks did say that Toews WILL be in Vancouver to announce the pick (or at least participate). Think it was in the first “on the clock” video.
- pdx2ord

Well then I guess he won't be at cottage or at cabin.

Link???
- EnzoD

https://www.barstoolsport...-a-decision-on-the-3-pick

Why? He isn't any good.
- GPHawksfan

Buy low project. Stan’s MO. See Panik, Strone, Perlini. Doesn’t always work - see Rotislava Olesz lol

https://www.barstoolsports.com/chicago/per-sources-the-blackhawks-have-made-a-decision-on-the-3-pick
- walleyeb1

I like this either way bc it means one of 2 things...either Hawks really do select a Top Pair Dman...OR....they are leveraging a team like LA/Buf/Wings to trade up and give a huge bounty for #3..

Dont punch a hole in the wall if they don't draft who you want!
- stan-ley-cups

? OK... thanks. You do the same.

What about sugar shacks...?


- Chief4Feathers

Maple Sugar Harvest Shacks set up to sell maple syrup products. Big in Quebec. Can also refer to buildings where ladies remove all of their clothing.

I was originally in the Cozens camp at the very beginning....a #1C in 3 years with size/speed who is shoot first. Reminds me a bit of Scheifele on Jets.

However, if the “value” is even...and the draft is deeper in forwards, I think they do BB with #3 pick. They may then try to pick up C Protas in 2nd round who’s another big 6’5” center and put up a point a game in the playoffs at 17yrs. I believe they had him in to “scout” after the combine.

I’m not buying they’re all fantastic players and they’re all going to have great NHL careers! It’s entirely possible one of them if not more doesn’t pan out. You can definitely screw this pick up by selecting the wrong guy!
- walleyeb1

But that is no different then any draft in any sport. You're going to have hits and misses.

We're all just a little anxious since the Hawks haven't drafted this high in quite some time.

This is what I’ve been saying. Offer sheet Marner for 5 years $10.567 mil to avoid compensating 4 1sts and force TOR to make a move early.
- Assman22

Offer sheet to toronto for 1.2 million no draft picks have to be compensated see what Toronto does then and Kappean.

But that is no different then any draft in any sport. You're going to have hits and misses.

We're all just a little anxious since the Hawks haven't drafted this high in quite some time.
- Rota's Rooter

As a Trailblazers fan, I cannot help but expect the worse at every draft. The higher the pick, the more I do.

I like this either way bc it means one of 2 things...either Hawks really do select a Top Pair Dman...OR....they are leveraging a team like LA/Buf/Wings to trade up and give a huge bounty for #3..



- EnzoD

That's a great point. I personally am in favor of the Hawks selecting one of the centers, but this at least suggests they are approaching the draft from multiple angles.
If they stick with the pick and it's BB, great. If they do a different route, great.

As much as I am looking forward to the draft, I am more intrigued by the trade speculation, especially with so many teams close to, or over, the salary cap (whatever it is!).

Oh, and thanks for all of the blogs, Tyler. Hawks fans are spoiled that we have someone who puts out multiple blogs every week.

Tyler.

How bout you make a chart.

Caufield Dach Cozens Turcotte Byram and the rest. Each poster here select ONE...on who WE THINK HAWKS WILL CHOOSE.

And see which of us can guess along with Stan and the draft team!

??????.....any chance you wanna do that???
- hawk35

First, quotes always need context, such as the way the question was asked can elicit a response that could be ambiguous without the context. But even without context, the quote has a caveat that makes the quote ambiguous with or without context and that's the "right deal". If Edmonton offered Connor McDavid for the #3 pick - of course Stan would trade the pick. So, I don't think a lot can be read into that quote because it's basically GM boilerplate.
- EbonyRaptor

Agreed, and I'm hoping that some team (Colorado) takes the bait. I'm not holding my breath but I guy can dream, right?

Neither here nor there in relation to the draft speculation, but the Hawks did say that Toews WILL be in Vancouver to announce the pick (or at least participate). Think it was in the first “on the clock” video.
- pdx2ord

Its gonna be so cool for Turcotte to hear Toews call his name.

NSH wants to move P.K. Subban and his $9M AAV to make room for Duchene's $9M AAV.
- boilermaker100

May be an unpopular opinion but I'd kill to add PK to the Hawks.

Just say no to Punjab. Boy ain't gotta lick of hockey sense.

With the Hayes deal coming in at just over $7M - I’d say it’s safe to assume Duchene gets a deal in excess of $8M.
- Chief4Feathers

More like in excess of 9M. The Preds can have him. He will end up being Turris 2.0 but cost more.

Offer sheet to toronto for 1.2 million no draft picks have to be compensated see what Toronto does then and Kappean.
- Scott1977

The player has to sign the offer sheet and be willing to play for the amount being offered - before the offer sheet can be presented to the team. What player is going to agree to play for $1.2M?