Honestly, even if Tampa was interested and they had the best offer, I'd say (frank) that. If Kravtsov is truly never playing for us again I'd prefer to send him somewhere he won't win a cup

Also, Tampa is bereft of any real prospects
- picklerick

Trade him to Arizona. Lawson Crouse is a huge man and is having a very good start to the season. He’s only 24 and a former 11OA pick. I believe he’s kinda fast also. That’s someone I’d trade Kravtsov straight up for. He is a LW tho.

Although I’d still prefer to keep him an work things out, but IMO ideally for Kravtsov I want an NHL player in Crouses mold. Him specifically, is RFA where maybe he gets modest raise to like 3 mill a season. He wouldn’t break the bank and is def the kind of player they’ve been all over since the summertime

if we somehow got Horvat, that would prevent us from resigning Strome. We'd probably have to move Chytil back to center next year if we couldn't find a 3rd line center that we can afford (probably $2-$3m at most).
- picklerick

Is this the worst thing in the world? You could then move Chytil back to center (or keep him at wing). Strome has produces alot here, but Horvat would solve some the issues defensively and especially at the dot. I think effectively replacing Strome with Horvat could be worth it due to the other things Horvat brings.

I think trouba, Chytil and Kakkos last two weeks are what we all expected to get from each. Hopefully all 3 keep it up. Trouba looks like a new player under gallant/his system. The other two just seem to have much more confidence now

We cant move Chytil to the wing without someone to center the 3rd line. He was discussed in the offseason and is having a real good start to the year, Adam Henrique.
- aecliptic

Anaheim is playing too well now to make that move. Goodrow may get the first shot there, as he did last night

Is this the worst thing in the world? You could then move Chytil back to center (or keep him at wing). Strome has produces alot here, but Horvat would solve some the issues defensively and especially at the dot. I think effectively replacing Strome with Horvat could be worth it due to the other things Horvat brings.
- 2sticks1puck

I’ve questioned him there as much as anyone but Chytil is proving he can be a center imo. Faceoffs aren’t his forte at all, but he is doing everything else a center needs to do.

Trade for Beagle from Arizona as he is the 4th best faceoff % right now at 60% behind 3 players that are too good to serve this purpose or be traded. Put him out for every single faceoff and then have him sprint to the bench every time he wins one. Problem solved. You’re welcome

Trade for Beagle from Arizona as he is the 4th best faceoff % right now at 60% behind 3 players that are too good to serve this purpose or be traded. Put him out for every single faceoff and then have him sprint to the bench every time he wins one. Problem solved. You’re welcome
- picklerick

36 years old ---- you sure he can still sprint to the bench anymore?

36 years old ---- you sure he can still sprint to the bench anymore?
- TommyGTrain

but less than 700 games played

Trade for Beagle from Arizona as he is the 4th best faceoff % right now at 60% behind 3 players that are too good to serve this purpose or be traded. Put him out for every single faceoff and then have him sprint to the bench every time he wins one. Problem solved. You’re welcome
- picklerick

Dvorak was the right move from Arizona. Exactly what this team needed with Krav going the other way. Still annoyed about that miss.

If Rangers could get Chicago to retain salary on Toews I’d be all in. That’s the kind of move winning GMs find a way to make.

Dvorak was the right move from Arizona. Exactly what this team needed with Krav going the other way. Still annoyed about that miss.

If Rangers could get Chicago to retain salary on Toews I’d be all in. That’s the kind of move winning GMs find a way to make.
- TC88

putting the cap aside (even with 50% retained) i'm inclined to avoid him after the Kyle Beach stuff

putting the cap aside (even with 50% retained) i'm inclined to avoid him after the Kyle Beach stuff
- picklerick

Yeah not the greatest look but I'd still be for it.

putting the cap aside (even with 50% retained) i'm inclined to avoid him after the Kyle Beach stuff
- picklerick

As wrong as it is, I think some of that stuff is already being forgotten. Though yeah, I don't think I want any possible distractions on this team either.

As wrong as it is, I think some of that stuff is already being forgotten. Though yeah, I don't think I want any possible distractions on this team either.
- 2sticks1puck

even if that baggage wasn't associated with him. what would we have to give up to get his contract at 50% retained, which is still a big hit?

even if that baggage wasn't associated with him. what would we have to give up to get his contract at 50% retained, which is still a big hit?
- picklerick

Tough question. I'm not sure what Chicago would want in that scenario. Kravs and Nils seems like an overpayment from our end, but Chicago would rightfully want the world for their future hall of fame captain.

We could get MAF with salary retained to backup Igor for the rest of the season. He's in the final year of his contract. Send Georgi back the other way with a pick and/or prospect and we still have plenty of room for a forward rental

We could get MAF with salary retained to backup Igor for the rest of the season. He's in the final year of his contract. Send Georgi back the other way with a pick and/or prospect and we still have plenty of room for a forward rental
- picklerick

This isn't as crazy idea as everyone is going to think. I don't think Igor has played more than 50ish games at any level. If we think we are going to make any kind of run, he might have to get plenty of rest throughout the season, and your backup better be good if that's the case.

Tough question. I'm not sure what Chicago would want in that scenario. Kravs and Nils seems like an overpayment from our end, but Chicago would rightfully want the world for their future hall of fame captain.
- 2sticks1puck

It’s tempting.

Next year Rangers gain $1M back in buy-out dollars (then another $3.4M the following year). Could save $1.5M by replacing Nemeth, and $1.5M for backup goalie. Tinordi $900k likely a wash by whoever takes his spot. How much of that $4M goes to RFAs Kakko and Gauthier, maybe $3M (additional to current cap hits)? Assuming all this is true, Rangers could maybe save $1M going into next season.

Fox gets an $8.5M raise, so Rangers would be $100k in the hole ($7.4M in space currently) heading into next season if Strome doesn’t get a raise (he will) and cap doesn’t go up.

I’m rounding, but did I miss anything? Believe that cap hit includes Blais and Hajek but it all depends how many players they end up carrying next season. Could be some wiggle room, but it’s going to be tough to add much. Strome is realistically probably worth $6-$7M.

Edit: completely missed Mikas raise next season. $3.15M more!! I really hope I’m missing something or Chytil is locked in as 2C next season.

It’s tempting.

Next year Rangers gain $1M back in buy-out dollars (then another $3.4M the following year). Could save $1.5M by replacing Nemeth, and $1.5M for backup goalie. Tinordi $900k likely a wash by whoever takes his spot. How much of that $4M goes to RFAs Kakko and Gauthier, maybe $3M (additional to current cap hits)? Assuming all this is true, Rangers could maybe save $1M going into next season.

Fox gets an $8.5M raise, so Rangers would be $100k in the hole ($7.4M in space currently) heading into next season if Strome doesn’t get a raise (he will) and cap doesn’t go up.

I’m rounding, but did I miss anything? Believe that cap hit includes Blais and Hajek but it all depends how many players they end up carrying next season. Could be some wiggle room, but it’s going to be tough to add much. Strome is realistically probably worth $6-$7M.
- TC88

If you believe in Toews, you gotta let Strome walk. I don't think there is any other way. You roll with Zib and Toews, and hope either Chytil or Barron can hold down your 3C

If you believe in Toews, you gotta let Strome walk. I don't think there is any other way. You roll with Zib and Toews, and hope either Chytil or Barron can hold down your 3C
- 2sticks1puck

Forgot about Mikas raise. Next years cap not looking good.

Forgot about Mikas raise. Next years cap not looking good.
- TC88

I think the cap should go up a decent amount due to HHR rebounding. I think we also catch a break by not having to pay any more rookie bonus penalties, but someone will have to weigh in on that, just to confirm. I know our current penalty is almost 2 million

I think the cap should go up a decent amount due to HHR rebounding. I think we also catch a break by not having to pay any more rookie bonus penalties, but someone will have to weigh in on that, just to confirm. I know our current penalty is almost 2 million
- 2sticks1puck

The Cap is only going up 1 million next year.

It’s tempting.

Next year Rangers gain $1M back in buy-out dollars (then another $3.4M the following year). Could save $1.5M by replacing Nemeth, and $1.5M for backup goalie. Tinordi $900k likely a wash by whoever takes his spot. How much of that $4M goes to RFAs Kakko and Gauthier, maybe $3M (additional to current cap hits)? Assuming all this is true, Rangers could maybe save $1M going into next season.

Fox gets an $8.5M raise, so Rangers would be $100k in the hole ($7.4M in space currently) heading into next season if Strome doesn’t get a raise (he will) and cap doesn’t go up.

I’m rounding, but did I miss anything? Believe that cap hit includes Blais and Hajek but it all depends how many players they end up carrying next season. Could be some wiggle room, but it’s going to be tough to add much. Strome is realistically probably worth $6-$7M.

Edit: completely missed Mikas raise next season. $3.15M more!! I really hope I’m missing something or Chytil is locked in as 2C next season.
- TC88

https://www.capfriendly.com/teams/rangers

you don't really need to do any math yourself. Capfriendly projects us with $10.6m in space next year, so add $1m to that. $11.6m to sign Kakko, Gauthier, Blais, backup goalie, and Strome or a center that replaces him as 2C or 3C if they go with Chytil at 2C.

https://www.capfriendly.com/teams/rangers

you don't really need to do any math yourself. Capfriendly projects us with $10.6m in space next year, so add $1m to that. $11.6m to sign Kakko, Gauthier, Blais, backup goalie, and Strome or a center that replaces him as 2C or 3C if they go with Chytil at 2C.
- picklerick

Tinordi and Nemeth have to go.

Tinordi and Nemeth have to go.
- JRR1285

And Georgiev

And Georgiev
- nyrangers2

well georgi's contract ends after this season... nemeth has 2 more