I hear Mittelstadt has been hitting the gym HARD

Plus he's a Minny boy

Just sayin pt deux
- jcragcrumple

Jack
Staal
bjustead
Lazer Larry.

That’s an injury away from being decent down the middle... E.Staal would be the grizzled heart and soul guy that was discussed earlier...

The question now, Adams has a history with him and MIGHT be able to swing something. But how does Staal fit with Skinner... did they play together in Carolina? Do they like each other?!? Lol

I hear Mittelstadt has been hitting the gym HARD

Plus he's a Minny boy

Just sayin pt deux

It's honestly a fair trade, if Adams could convince Staal. 1 year rental for a rehab project 8OA pick.
- jcragcrumple

I don’t see the point in bringing in an old guy and throw away a good prospect to get him. If it does happen I think Adams GM days won’t last. I really believe very little will be done prior to the start of next season other than some bargain UFA’s.

I don’t see the point in bringing in an old guy and throw away a good prospect to get him. If it does happen I think Adams GM days won’t last. I really believe very little will be done prior to the start of next season other than some bargain UFA’s.
- Camel

I think moves will be made, who stays or goes is a unknown. But time is ticking, you really don't want the temperature going any higher with a certain player.

I don’t see the point in bringing in an old guy and throw away a good prospect to get him. If it does happen I think Adams GM days won’t last. I really believe very little will be done prior to the start of next season other than some bargain UFA’s.
- Camel

I agree why do we want an old center just because he's buds with the GM? Also, they have already gone down the bargain UFA road many times and look where it has gotten them. If they don't improve and Jack doesn't go to the Ball next spring it is going to hit the fan.

I agree why do we want an old center just because he's buds with the GM? Also, they have already gone down the bargain UFA road many times and look where it has gotten them. If they don't improve and Jack doesn't go to the Ball next spring it is going to hit the fan.
- GilPerreault11

A old guy that can still produce and has been through some Wars, he really could help show what it takes.

I agree why do we want an old center just because he's buds with the GM? Also, they have already done down the bargain UFA road many times and look where it has gotten them. If they don't improve and Jack doesn't go to the Ball next spring it is going to hit the fan.
- GilPerreault11

2019 - 47
2018 - 52
2017 - 76

Total points the last 3 years... you want some heart and leadership in the room... can Staal give you 1 year at 2c?

Obviously it depends on the cost to acquire but at 3.25 for one year. I think he can teach these kids a lot!

Now all signs point to Staal NOT wanting to leave Minny... but for arguments sake and the “Adams” connection, if he were to waive to come to Buffalo, I wouldn’t complain having a guy like that in the room! I think he’s got one good season left...

I hear Mittelstadt has been hitting the gym HARD

Plus he's a Minny boy

Just sayin pt deux

It's honestly a fair trade, if Adams could convince Staal. 1 year rental for a rehab project 7OA pick.
- jcragcrumple

If casey is working hard then I don't want to trade him he could be a top 15 player if he chooses

But I would need to see Proof of this gym because last time he said he was 7% body fat

so a local buffalo writer felt sorry for him

you act like he is a hasek


he is closer to conklin then hasek
- homiedclown

Lol he got votes around the whole league ... but ok

2019 - 47
2018 - 52
2017 - 76

Total points the last 3 years... you want some heart and leadership in the room... can Staal give you 1 year at 2c?

Obviously it depends on the cost to acquire but at 3.25 for one year. I think he can teach these kids a lot!

Now all signs point to Staal NOT wanting to leave Minny... but for arguments sake and the “Adams” connection, if he were to waive to come to Buffalo, I wouldn’t complain having a guy like that in the room! I think he’s got one good season left...

- Gr8daygo

I would take him in a second.

Jack
Staal
bjustead
Lazer Larry.

That’s an injury away from being decent down the middle... E.Staal would be the grizzled heart and soul guy that was discussed earlier...

The question now, Adams has a history with him and MIGHT be able to swing something. But how does Staal fit with Skinner... did they play together in Carolina? Do they like each other?!? Lol
- Gr8daygo

That's a good question.

Personally I think he'd be the perfect stop-gap. You're talking about a former captain, grizzled vet and a guy who put up 47p in 66 gp at age 35. Cup winner.

In terms of production and even Matt Ellis Intangibles, I dont think you're going to do much better than Staal.

I Ain't overpaying for staal thats for sure the most I give up is a 2nd

And Jordan Staal would be a better option

I don’t see the point in bringing in an old guy and throw away a good prospect to get him. If it does happen I think Adams GM days won’t last. I really believe very little will be done prior to the start of next season other than some bargain UFA’s.
- Camel

It depends on how good you think Mittelstadt is/will be, and how much you prioritize winning this year.

I'm pretty low on Mitts and very high on winning this year

I would take him in a second.
- Buff36

He's going to be 36 just sign big Joe then he would get 50 assists and 1 goal ..

That's a good question.

Personally I think he'd be the perfect stop-gap. You're talking about a former captain, grizzled vet and a guy who put up 47p in 66 gp at age 35. Cup winner.

In terms of production and even Matt Ellis Intangibles, I dont think you're going to do much better than Staal.
- jcragcrumple

I still think Bonino is the best option

And unfortunately don’t let the door hit ya on the way out.
- dadeadhead

I Ain't overpaying for staal thats for sure the most I give up is a 2nd

And Jordan Staal would be a better option
- gerbe75pts

How do you figure Jordan as the better option?

It depends on how good you think Mittelstadt is/will be, and how much you prioritize winning this year.

I'm pretty low on Mitts and very high on winning this year
- jcragcrumple

Maybe work a prospect or pick and Staal for Mitts... should be able to even it up if Mitts is the target. I’d try and go Straight pick or lesser prospect. But if you think he fits with skinner and he’d waive to come here, I make that happen!

And I still push for Domi! And take the 89 info deal, Monte for Kapanen.

Olo. Jack. Kapanen
Skinner. Staal. Samson
Mojo. Domi. Cozens.
Kahun. Lazar Larry. Concussed Larry.

I still think Bonino is the best option
- Pegullaville

I view Bonino as the Mendoza line for 2C candidates

Below you have Bjustead, Soderberg, Galchenyuk

Above you have Cirelli, Staal, Monahan

Right in the middle is Bonino. He works for me though.

I Ain't overpaying for staal thats for sure the most I give up is a 2nd

And Jordan Staal would be a better option
- gerbe75pts

$6M per for the next 3 seasons for a top level defensive Center is an interesting idea.

2019 - 47
2018 - 52
2017 - 76

Total points the last 3 years... you want some heart and leadership in the room... can Staal give you 1 year at 2c?

Obviously it depends on the cost to acquire but at 3.25 for one year. I think he can teach these kids a lot!

Now all signs point to Staal NOT wanting to leave Minny... but for arguments sake and the “Adams” connection, if he were to waive to come to Buffalo, I wouldn’t complain having a guy like that in the room! I think he’s got one good season left...

- Gr8daygo

The cost would definitely matter and not sure if tossing Mitts away for one year of Staal would be what I'd do.

The cost would definitely matter and not sure if tossing Mitts away for one year of Staal would be what I'd do.
- GilPerreault11

Agree on Mitts. That would have to be evened up with Staal +.... it would be something I certainly make a few calls on...

He's going to be 36 just sign big Joe then he would get 50 assists and 1 goal ..
- gerbe75pts

Ok, that is funny

How do you figure Jordan as the better option?
- JetpackJesus

Younger lol and good on d

Agree on Mitts. That would have to be evened up with Staal +.... it would be something I certainly make a few calls on...
- Gr8daygo

Stalock

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