Weber might, only 6 more years

I read they adjusted the cap recapture thingy so teams dont get a stupid hit if they retire
- senstroll

Weber might, yah.. I think he signed it when he was what, like 26 years old?

Seriously, fellas, why are we continuously feeding the troll?

The Leafs pay their top 4 forwards a lot of money.

There are some who believe it hinders/bars them from winning a cup.

Trolly McTrollerson made his point here a week ago. It was duly noted.

Since then, he's added absolutely nothing to the conversation.

Quit responding. Quit giving him what he wants.

Saw that Superbowl champ QB Mahomes signed a 10yr, $450m contract.

With bonus incentives it could hit $500m.

I don't know jack about the NFL, but I am assuming they do not have a salary cap?

He's basically making the same money as the entire Leafs or Tampa core players.

All of this logo and team name stuff just feels like big distractions from the actual problems..which will probably get pushed aside while people squabble over hawks and skins and EE.

not meaningless, but not at the heart of the deep rooted problems that need to be fixed

I'd jump at the chance, but this might be one of those jobs where straight white males ages 25-40 need not apply
- TheMussel

"I think you'd be impressed by the diversity of mustards in my fridge. Did you know they make mustard from rapeseed?"

"So when should I expect a second interview?"

All of this logo and team name stuff just feels like big distractions from the actual problems..which will probably get pushed aside while people squabble over hawks and skins and EE.

not meaningless, but not at the heart of the deep rooted problems that need to be fixed
- senstroll

Certainly not at the heart of deep rooted problems, but team owners can either do a) nothing that will address any of the issues, b) a small symbolic gesture

The latter is still better than nothing

Saw that Superbowl champ QB Mahomes signed a 10yr, $450m contract.

With bonus incentives it could hit $500m.

I don't know jack about the NFL, but I am assuming they do not have a salary cap?

He's basically making the same money as the entire Leafs or Tampa core players.
- GalacticStone

Their contracts arent guaranteed.
It could be that only half of that is guaranteed

Seriously, fellas, why are we continuously feeding the troll?

The Leafs pay their top 4 forwards a lot of money.

There are some who believe it hinders/bars them from winning a cup.

Trolly McTrollerson made his point here a week ago. It was duly noted.

Since then, he's added absolutely nothing to the conversation.

Quit responding. Quit giving him what he wants.
- Atomic Wedgie

Again, for those in the back :

This is a GREAT problem to have, if those four players are named Tavares, Marner, Matthews, and Nylander...or Stamkos, Hedman, Vasi, and Kucherov.

Name one GM who wouldn't love to have that "problem".

Am i your elvis?


- Fakepartofme

You bet you are! Just not sure if you're young, vibrant, and handsome Elvis or old, bloated, and kung fu(ish) kicking Elvis, yet.

Saw that Superbowl champ QB Mahomes signed a 10yr, $450m contract.

With bonus incentives it could hit $500m.

I don't know jack about the NFL, but I am assuming they do not have a salary cap?

He's basically making the same money as the entire Leafs or Tampa core players.
- GalacticStone

If he has one bad season, oh dear lord, the poop is going to rain down so hard on him.

Of course, he won't have to care.

All of this logo and team name stuff just feels like big distractions from the actual problems..which will probably get pushed aside while people squabble over hawks and skins and EE.

not meaningless, but not at the heart of the deep rooted problems that need to be fixed
- senstroll

Gotta start somewhere.
Its the US, baby steps forward is a nice change from the giant leaps backwards that they usually take

Seriously, fellas, why are we continuously feeding the troll?

The Leafs pay their top 4 forwards a lot of money.

There are some who believe it hinders/bars them from winning a cup.

Trolly McTrollerson made his point here a week ago. It was duly noted.

Since then, he's added absolutely nothing to the conversation.

Quit responding. Quit giving him what he wants.
- Atomic Wedgie

Can we give him what he needs? Which is a prescription for Valium.

You bet you are! Just not sure if you're young, vibrant, and handsome Elvis or old, bloated, and kung fu(ish) kicking Elvis, yet.


- mjones242

Bahaha.
Awesome reply.
Great chucke thanks.

Im not toilet bowl hugging elvis, so thats a positive

Again, for those in the back :

This is a GREAT problem to have, if those four players are named Tavares, Marner, Matthews, and Nylander...or Stamkos, Hedman, Vasi, and Kucherov.

Name one GM who wouldn't love to have that "problem".
- GalacticStone

If you can't poop on a team for their caliber of players you poop on their cap hits.

It is the NHL fan way.

Can we give him what he needs? Which is a prescription for Valium.
- Steven_Seagull

I could use some Valium also. Hit me up.

I can roll with that. I've done worse for less. LOL.
- GalacticStone

Mistress Vixxion did not say you could post a response. 20 lashes

Can we give him what he needs? Which is a prescription for Valium.
- Steven_Seagull

An overdose amount of valium?

Certainly not at the heart of deep rooted problems, but team owners can either do a) nothing that will address any of the issues, b) a small symbolic gesture

The latter is still better than nothing
- TheMussel

sure, I agree they need to go...but feels like a lot of attention directed at it.. the protests are still going strong...all the idiots, looters and bad actors have withered away (was never the protesters, just others with agendas).

hopefully it keeps up until nov and white supreme leader is fired in to the sun

An overdose amount of valium?
- Fakepartofme

Not saying yes, but not saying no either.

Mistress Vixxion did not say you could post a response. 20 lashes






- dmnted

I'm not saying that I would categorically reject their argument but I would have to see what they presented to support the removal of the Blackhawks name and/or logo.

What isn't "good enough" for me are strident, sweeping calls to remove names and mascots of ALL teams that have Native American associations. I've been arguing for case-by-case arguments to be presented. I think that's a rational and fair position to have and I don't think it's beyond reproach to call into question any organization that is calling for said sweeping changes.
- mjones242

Is the American Psychological Association too strident for you? They talk about all Indian mascots and logos. The didn't mention the nice ones like the Black Hawks vs the nasty ones versus the Redskins.

Again, native organizations are asking for this. There seems to be evidence that it is harmful. Franchise with "bad" names (Redskins) and "good" names are reviewing their names but this is too much for the Black Hawks?

American Psychological Association

Summary of the APA Resolution Recommending Retirement of American Indian Mascots

According to Stephanie Fryberg, PhD, University of Arizona, this appears to have a negative impact on the self-esteem of American Indian children, "American Indian mascots are harmful not only because they are often negative, but because they remind American Indians of the limited ways in which others see them. This in turn restricts the number of ways American Indians can see themselves."

Undermines the ability of American Indian Nations to portray accurate and respectful images of their culture, spirituality and traditions. Many American Indians report that they find today's typical portrayal of American Indian culture disrespectful and offensive to their spiritual beliefs.

Presents stereotypical images of American Indians. Such mascots are a contemporary example of prejudice by the dominant culture against racial and ethnic minority groups.

Is a form of discrimination against American Indian Nations that can lead to negative relations between groups.

"We know from the literature that oppression, covert and overt racism, and perceived racism can have serious negative consequences for the mental health of American Indian and Alaska native people. The discontinued use of American Indian mascots is a gesture to show that this kind of racism toward and the disrespect of, all people in our country and in the larger global context, will not be tolerated," said Lisa Thomas, PhD, APA Committee on Ethnic and Minority Affairs.

To eradicate the hurtful presence of stereotypical imaging of American Indians, the APA encourages continued research on the psychological effects that these mascots, symbols, images and personalities have on American Indian communities and others.

The APA is calling upon all psychologists to speak out against racism, and take proactive steps to prevent the occurrence of intolerant or racist acts and recommends the immediate retirement of American Indian mascots, symbols, images and personalities by schools, colleges, universities, athletic teams and organizations.
This document is based on the APA American Indian Mascot Resolution adopted by the APA's Council of Representatives in September 2005.

sure, I agree they need to go...but feels like a lot of attention directed at it.. the protests are still going strong...all the idiots, looters and bad actors have withered away (was never the protesters, just others with agendas).

hopefully it keeps up until nov and white supreme leader is fired in to the sun
- senstroll

I heard kanye no longer supports trump and may run for president.

https://www.pensionplanpu...eafs-defense-leafs-roster

Good evaluation on Dermott.

Dermott is likely never going to be more than a 3rd pair D. Neither Babs or Keefe trusted Dermott at all.

Either trade him or use him as a safety net on the 3rd pair if Sandin/Lehtonen/Lil cant round out the 3rd pair.

Ryan McDonagh, Tyler Johnson, a 1st, and the rights to BruceFlyers for Marner.

Toronto gets a declining but still solid RHD who is an upgrade on everyone except Muzzin and Rielly. Slots in as 2nd pair and can play top pair minutes in a pinch. Johnson is a mixed bag, but still a solid 2C or 3C with good playoffs/clutch production. 1st pick won't be a high pick, but it's a roll of the dice to get a solid prospect. Bruce, well, you have his rights, so you can send him down to the AHL assuming he clears waivers (which he will).

Tampa gets a rising star winger who can bury the biscuit to replace Johnson and play wingman for Point.

Given TO's bounty of riches at forward, I think it works.

This is not a joke.

The person who posts the best pic of Matthews' mustache will get a free package of fossils from Florida's famous Bone Valley formation. This includes shark teeth, bones, and other specimens from the Miocene epoch (approx. 5-23 million years old).

I will determine the winner based on mustache goodness. In the event of a tie, I will flip a coin.

Winner will send me their mailing address via private message and they will receive a package full of fossils.