I was of that opinion for quite some time. But, I feel that since we have racked up so many more points than expected (regardless of how or why) and having a one season Salary Cap window for adding a major piece for a playoff run, there is precious little chance management sits on their hands. I agree whole heartedly that they should not empty the cupboard, but our cupboard over-runneth.
- Tonybere

How would everyone feel if rather than bringing in JT Miller, Drury took the budget route on forward adding Colin Blackwell and Phil Kessel (preferably R Smith if available).

Know it’s not that exciting, but do think it makes us deeper and probably only costs one piece each. Liked Blackwell last season too and he’s already familiar with Strome and Panarin.

How would everyone feel if rather than bringing in JT Miller, Drury took the budget route on forward adding Colin Blackwell and Phil Kessel (preferably R Smith if available).

Know it’s not that exciting, but do think it makes us deeper and probably only costs one piece each. Liked Blackwell last season too and he’s already familiar with Strome and Panarin.
- TC88

As a last resort maybe, but only if they strike out on other options. That is probably the worst case scenario moves I would make

As a last resort maybe, but only if they strike out on other options. That is probably the worst case scenario moves I would make
- TPC

yeah, re-acquiring Blackwell is like if 3pm passes on trade deadline day, Rangers have no deals at all, and then at 3:30 pm we find that the Rangers still have one trade to announce and it's Colin Blackwell

yeah, re-acquiring Blackwell is like if 3pm passes on trade deadline day, Rangers have no deals at all, and then at 3:30 pm we find that the Rangers still have one trade to announce and it's Colin Blackwell
- jimbro83

Yep

Vince Z. Mercogliano
@vzmercogliano
Based on jersey colors, looks like #NYR practice lines are:

Kreider - Zib - Gauthier
Panarin - Strome - Goodrow
Laf - Barron - Hunt
McKegg - Rooney - Reaves

Yea that's a cool idea, go for the all star game one. Too bad you can't get the team USA one
- TPC

I wish, maybe a BC one

Vince Z. Mercogliano
@vzmercogliano
Based on jersey colors, looks like #NYR practice lines are:

Kreider - Zib - Gauthier
Panarin - Strome - Goodrow
Laf - Barron - Hunt
McKegg - Rooney - Reaves
- jimbro83

Interesting, initials of the two two right wingers match the coach's. Conspiracy theory?

- jimbro83

Get two rentals at a minimum without overpaying or taking away a future core piece.

As a last resort maybe, but only if they strike out on other options. That is probably the worst case scenario moves I would make
- TPC

Yea that’s what I’m thinking too. Likely driven by the price of other options skyrocketing.

Wouldn’t be overly excited about it, but do think it would make us better.

Interesting, initials of the two two right wingers match the coach's. Conspiracy theory?
- airjan23

to what end? world domination?

Vince Z. Mercogliano
@vzmercogliano
Based on jersey colors, looks like #NYR practice lines are:

Kreider - Zib - Gauthier
Panarin - Strome - Goodrow
Laf - Barron - Hunt
McKegg - Rooney - Reaves
- jimbro83

When is the Gauthier experiment gonna end. Dude has good wheels..... pretty much nothing else.

Get two rentals at a minimum without overpaying or taking away a future core piece.
- airjan23

I am really pulling for the rental route. Pavelski would be ideal in my opinion.

They have so much space they could go nuts and add Hertl too.

How would everyone feel if rather than bringing in JT Miller, Drury took the budget route on forward adding Colin Blackwell and Phil Kessel (preferably R Smith if available).

Know it’s not that exciting, but do think it makes us deeper and probably only costs one piece each. Liked Blackwell last season too and he’s already familiar with Strome and Panarin.
- TC88

Nice additions, don't think it really helps that much though.
Need a game breaker.

When is the Gauthier experiment gonna end. Dude has good wheels..... pretty much nothing else.
- mdw7413

when we acquire Kessel

when we acquire Kessel
- jimbro83

I like the dude and wish he had hands and a shot, but it just isn't working. He really needs to reinvent himself like Kreider has. Then he will probably have success.

When is the Gauthier experiment gonna end. Dude has good wheels..... pretty much nothing else.
- mdw7413

He is Mendoza from Mighty Ducks 2

I like the dude and wish he had hands and a shot, but it just isn't working. He really needs to reinvent himself like Kreider has. Then he will probably have success.
- mdw7413

they are showcasing Gauthier, E5

He is Mendoza from Mighty Ducks 2
- TPC

when we acquire Kessel
- jimbro83

Yea it wouldn't surprise me if he is part of a trade at the deadline

they are showcasing Gauthier, E5
- jimbro83

J5

I like the dude and wish he had hands and a shot, but it just isn't working. He really needs to reinvent himself like Kreider has. Then he will probably have success.
- mdw7413

He has shown exactly one move. And, unless I misremember, hasn't scored with it since pre-season.

He has shown exactly one move. And, unless I misremember, hasn't scored with it since pre-season.
- Tonybere

He never even gets a shot off. He literally just falls into the goalie everytime

Yea it wouldn't surprise me if he is part of a trade at the deadline
- TPC

guaranteed Kessel is getting traded, there's never been more of a chance of a player getting traded before deadline

only thing is where, maybe he'll end up back in Pitt

He has shown exactly one move. And, unless I misremember, hasn't scored with it since pre-season.
- Tonybere

The quick cut to the inside.