Devil's advocate but he was also -9 last year, Minnesota got rid of him and got better
- Takemedrunkimhome

In that case, I hope they don't trade for Eichel and his -9 anytime soon then!

Who was he playing with at Minny? I don’t watch them close enough
- habs88888

Staal as a second line center reeks of the desperation seen in the 90s Leafs teams, thinking an almost over-the-hill player will solve their problems and make everything perfect, (frank)ing over youth and development and player progression.

Whatever.

Perry... Staal.... if they are Habs core players, then this team is going nowhere.

Staal as a second line center reeks of the desperation seen in the 90s Leafs teams, thinking an almost over-the-hill player will solve their problems and make everything perfect, (frank)ing over youth and development and player progression.

Whatever.

Perry... Staal.... if they are Habs core players, then this team is going nowhere.
- Mashadar

get used to it. for the next 3 months, Habs are not in the develoment business. they're in the win now business.

Staal as a second line center reeks of the desperation seen in the 90s Leafs teams, thinking an almost over-the-hill player will solve their problems and make everything perfect, (frank)ing over youth and development and player progression.

Whatever.

Perry... Staal.... if they are Habs core players, then this team is going nowhere.
- Mashadar

Not saying it should be experience over youth, this is a test and learn to see what he can do. That being said, whatever happens next few games if it works I hope they stick with it until something breaks

Staal as a second line center reeks of the desperation seen in the 90s Leafs teams, thinking an almost over-the-hill player will solve their problems and make everything perfect, (frank)ing over youth and development and player progression.

Whatever.

Perry... Staal.... if they are Habs core players, then this team is going nowhere.
- Mashadar

Or the youth could learn a thing or 2 from future hall of famers and Stanley Cup Champions?

get used to it. for the next 3 months, Habs are not in the develoment business. they're in the win now business.
- fidopro

Then they are in the wrong business.

Or the youth could learn a thing or 2 from future hall of famers and Stanley Cup Champions?
- obie

Yeah, as complimentary players, not 2nd line centers.

get used to it. for the next 3 months, Habs are not in the develoment business. they're in the win now business.
- fidopro

they're pretty much locked into a first round matchup with Toronto. they have some flexibility.

Yeah, as complimentary players, not 2nd line centers.
- Mashadar

Meh... too much time spent on line numbers! When Caufield comes up, this team will be rolling 4 lines like very few can, I don't see an issue

Meh... too much time spent on line numbers! When Caufield comes up, this team will be rolling 4 lines like very few can, I don't see an issue
- obie

Yeah, lets (frank) up another kid's development, too, while we are at it.

they're pretty much locked into a first round matchup with Toronto. they have some flexibility.
- DoubleDown

Depending on their play any one of Edmonton, Winnipeg, or Habs could play the Leafs.

Yeah, lets (frank) up another kid's development, too, while we are at it.
- Mashadar

By giving them easier matchups? The kids are 20 and 21... if they're rushed, fans claim they're ruining their development, I they're not thrust right into the fire as 20 year olds, fans claim they're ruining their development... there is no winning formula with this fan base!!


GO HABS!!!

Meh... too much time spent on line numbers! When Caufield comes up, this team will be rolling 4 lines like very few can, I don't see an issue
- obie

Marry me !

I dont get his rant on Staal being 2nd center in a PRACTICE

They do understand it could change in the 2n period right ?

Also, would can honnestly complaint about Perry ? On top of it at the minimum wage ! Thye both just bring experience and size for the next 2 months

Also #2, the only point where I agree a little is keep Kit kat with better winger, lets Suzuki go on the 4th for a game or 2..., that might wake him up !

By giving them easier matchups? The kids are 20 and 21... if they're rushed, fans claim they're ruining their development, I they're not thrust right into the fire as 20 year olds, fans claim they're ruining their development... there is no winning formula with this fan base!!


GO HABS!!!
- obie

I am just tired of the bullpoop lack of consistent strategy.

We went from signing poop-bottom-of-the heap veterans, wasting picks on trades, and not drafting / development properly for 7+ years.

Then we went kids and work on development and progression.

Now we are back to over-the-hill veterans taking key roles, chucking the kids to the bottom of depth charts and hoping some college kid comes and save the day by scoring a bunch of goals.

Like... WTF.

Seriously.

This team and management is too damn (frank)ing chicken poop to pick a plan and stick to it, other than to keep getting old guys no one really wants to put in key roles.

Depending on their play any one of Edmonton, Winnipeg, or Habs could play the Leafs.
- apex123

with the schedule Montreal is about to embark on they're highly unlikely to gain any ground in the standings. although i guess the disaster in Vancouver could give them a bit of relief potentially.

I am just tired of the bullpoop lack of consistent strategy.

We went from signing poop-bottom-of-the heap veterans, wasting picks on trades, and not drafting / development properly for 7+ years.

Then we went kids and work on development and progression.

Now we are back to over-the-hill veterans taking key roles, chucking the kids to the bottom of depth charts and hoping some college kid comes and save the day by scoring a bunch of goals.

Like... WTF.

Seriously.

This team and management is too damn (frank)ing chicken poop to pick a plan and stick to it, other than to keep getting old guys no one really wants to put in key roles.
- Mashadar

like Ducharme, Bergevin is fighting for his job

Marry me !

I dont get his rant on Staal being 2nd center in a PRACTICE

They do understand it could change in the 2n period right ?

Also, would can honnestly complaint about Perry ? On top of it at the minimum wage ! Thye both just bring experience and size for the next 2 months

Also #2, the only point where I agree a little is keep Kit kat with better winger, lets Suzuki go on the 4th for a game or 2..., that might wake him up !
- Xizord

I WILL!!

And Kotkaniemi will only be with those particular wingers until Caufield comes up, introducing Big Goal Cole to the lineup will force Ducharme to change things up once again... and yea, lines can change anytime during the game...

I am just tired of the bullpoop lack of consistent strategy.

We went from signing poop-bottom-of-the heap veterans, wasting picks on trades, and not drafting / development properly for 7+ years.

Then we went kids and work on development and progression.

Now we are back to over-the-hill veterans taking key roles, chucking the kids to the bottom of depth charts and hoping some college kid comes and save the day by scoring a bunch of goals.

Like... WTF.

Seriously.

This team and management is too damn (frank)ing chicken poop to pick a plan and stick to it, other than to keep getting old guys no one really wants to put in key roles.
- Mashadar

They had a weakness at C! Without compromising any of the future, Bergy acquired a player that certainly makes them better down the middle, who cares if he's on the 2nd or 3rd line? Hell Danault has no business on the top line either

also did anyone catch Drouin saying that he basically cannot shoot the puck anymore?

please don't call him Bergy

please don't call him Bergy
- DoubleDown

I always call him Bergy, won't change now...

also did anyone catch Drouin saying that he basically cannot shoot the puck anymore?
- DoubleDown

What ?

also did anyone catch Drouin saying that he basically cannot shoot the puck anymore?
- DoubleDown

Don't worry, will not impact his turnover rate....

like Ducharme, Bergevin is fighting for his job
- DoubleDown

This is the lamest (frank)ing excuse ever.

I always call him Bergy, won't change now...
- obie

If we ever win the cup under him I will call him Bergeman