Brock Boeser has 2 more years after this at 6.65. That's more like what they are looking for.
- SABRES 89

My man ‘89 !

Debatable, for a year or 2 sure but how you goign to pay meier and cozens,dahlin,krebs,power et al
- hubie

Run the numbers.
I did.
It isn't as bleak as you may imagine.
Just need a continuing stream of ELC's then to Bridge deals for Bottom 6, BU Goalie and 3rd pair...all things many contenders have (some on Vet minimums vs ELCs though)

Source?
- IonSabres

Common sense...

https://www.dailyfaceoff....eer-at-the-trade-deadline

Easy pass on boeser

Brock Boeser has 2 more years after this at 6.65. That's more like what they are looking for.
- SABRES 89

As always, the question is the cost. ArmchairGM has his value all over the board from a 2nd (nice to explore) to Van fans craziness of a first, Quinn/Peterka and a B+ prospect. (Obviously not happening)

You underestimate two things when it comes to Johnson. Burning a year of his ELC and the potential chance to partner up with a #1 overall pick for the next decade are both big deals.

But yeah Portillo is gone
- Wanchuk

I want to see him sign but I just don't think its going to happen, at least we get a 2nd round pick if we lose him.

It seems KA is letting Portillo do exactly what he wants. I doubt other organizations would be letting him graduate and do all his business stuff. Not to mention wouldnt you want to learn a thing or two on business from a guy like Tpegs?
- hubie

You mean Kim.
After reading that article, I'd say it is doubtful she is coming back.

https://www.dailyfaceoff.com/news/which-team-will-bet-on-canucks-brock-boeser-to-rejuvenate-his-career-at-the-trade-deadline

Easy pass on boeser
- Anderdog

+1

take away the names and how different is he than the other forwards mentioned here?

You mean Kim.
After reading that article, I'd say it is doubtful she is coming back.
- IonSabres

NO i mean Terry the one who knows business.

Run the numbers.
I did.
It isn't as bleak as you may imagine.
Just need a continuing stream of ELC's then to Bridge deals for Bottom 6, BU Goalie and 3rd pair...all things many contenders have (some on Vet minimums vs ELCs though)
- IonSabres

true, may catch hate but id take marc stall over teh bryson/clauge duo

Okay, well my source says the Sabres still have a good shot as signing Portillo.

Adams told Portillo to go back to college and wanted to give UPL his shot this year
- Sabretooth9

there is no path for Portillo, we have UPL and Levi and then there is Portillo. Dude is totally odd man out.

https://www.prohockeyrumo...o-sign-erik-portillo.html

Trading for Meier would be so dumb. Have no interest in paying top dollar for a winger
- Fattony1187

All wingers aren't the same.
He checks all the boxes.
-Production at PPG
-Size and decent physicality
-Style of play
-Play driver
-Age
- Defensively reliable

Not sure I want to go $9m myself...but they can afford it.
Him, Cozens and Quinn would be a handful for any line...especially after watching Tage, Skinner and Tuch just come off the ice!

Common sense...
- hehateme

i wouldnt bet on RJ moving on.

there is no path for Portillo, we have UPL and Levi and then there is Portillo. Dude is totally odd man out.

https://www.prohockeyrumo...o-sign-erik-portillo.html
- hehateme

If Portillo thinks there's no path available, he already sees himself as inferior to both UPL and Levi. So, why would we need him anyway.

If he thinks he can compete here and wants to fight for a starting job in Rochester, go ahead and sign up. The loser of that battle between him and Levi is probably being sent to Cincy.

https://www.dailyfaceoff.com/news/which-team-will-bet-on-canucks-brock-boeser-to-rejuvenate-his-career-at-the-trade-deadline

Easy pass on boeser
- Anderdog

Ya, that was a rough write-up on him.
Never really wanted him myself, they can and should do better.

Common sense...
- hehateme

So nothing.
Glad you are so absolute.

If Portillo thinks there's no path available, he already sees himself as inferior to both UPL and Levi. So, why would we need him anyway.

If he thinks he can compete here and wants to fight for a starting job in Rochester, go ahead and sign up. The loser of that battle between him and Levi is probably being sent to Cincy.
- TheSabresTaco

I like that.
IN all honesty who has an easier depth chart climb than us?
Its 3 guys right now. nobody else in the system is taking a spot.
On top of that name a more stacked ahl team going forward? Methinks he stats will look way better than his play will dictate.

Hank you no big man blog past due about a week now just like your wife!!!!

If Portillo thinks there's no path available, he already sees himself as inferior to both UPL and Levi. So, why would we need him anyway.

If he thinks he can compete here and wants to fight for a starting job in Rochester, go ahead and sign up. The loser of that battle between him and Levi is probably being sent to Cincy.
- TheSabresTaco

Does he even have to go to Cincy? They could easily split starts, there are soo many b2b in the ahl. Maybe hes a bit tired of playing 5 days in a row

homie read this and probably wished it was something more serious that would keep her our of any involvement in personnel decisions indefinitely.
- RichardRoma

old news

maybe you should read a few posts every week

Does he even have to go to Cincy? They could easily split starts, there are soo many b2b in the ahl. Maybe hes a bit tired of playing 5 days in a row
- hubie

Couldn't portilo go to shl for a year ?

https://www.dailyfaceoff.com/news/which-team-will-bet-on-canucks-brock-boeser-to-rejuvenate-his-career-at-the-trade-deadline

Easy pass on boeser
- Anderdog

easily would be our 5th best guy up front

I am ok getting him and dropping peterka down a line if removing casey long term

Couldn't portilo go to shl for a year ?
- Anderdog

My theory would be he would want to stay state side working on his business.

easily would be our 5th best guy up front

I am ok getting him and dropping peterka down a line if removing casey long term
- homiedclown

Isn't he a right wing

Tuch
Quinn
Olo
Okposo

Unless olo or Quinn are being traded in another deal
Makes no sense

My theory would be he would want to stay state side working on his business.
- hubie

Good point