Wow a second rounder to sign one of the top D men on the free agent market. Maybe KD will have a team that makes the playoffs in 10 years. Can KD rebuild the Hawks as fast as Blake did the Kings? Blake being in the LA market, and having AEG as an owner does not have the rope to take forever to rebuild like KD apparently Kings haven’t had to trade any of their top prospects as of yet, so they have just a strong if not stronger pipeline than the Hawks.
Peterson signing was a mistake. Blake corrected it and moved on. Would rather have a GM that makes an error of commission than omission. You appear to want the opposite.
And a second rounder is way less painful then having that buyout cap hit on the books for th next 4 years - LAHawk
But didn't they give up a 1st last year,
then another 1st this year, now a 2nd next year and i don't think they have a 3rd next year. Looks like Vegas will get away with building a team that way, but that's very rare and considering they were am expansion team they had a bit of an advantage.
I just am so grateful KD had the balls to tell Toews and Kane, sorry guys but you guys need to go. Just stripped it down to the studs. We just disagree LA i believe this hurts the Kings more in the future than helps them
You say there's no going home, i say there's no shortcuts in life.
Wow a second rounder to sign one of the top D men on the free agent market. Maybe KD will have a team that makes the playoffs in 10 years. Can KD rebuild the Hawks as fast as Blake did the Kings? Blake being in the LA market, and having AEG as an owner does not have the rope to take forever to rebuild like KD apparently Kings haven’t had to trade any of their top prospects as of yet, so they have just a strong if not stronger pipeline than the Hawks.
Peterson signing was a mistake. Blake corrected it and moved on. Would rather have a GM that makes an error of commission than omission. You appear to want the opposite.
And a second rounder is way less painful then having that buyout cap hit on the books for th next 4 years - LAHawk
The Kings did well as the third party in that Provorov deal. They shed just over $5 mill in cap space for the next season, and it only cost a 2nd to do so.
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The Kings did well as the third party in that Provorov deal. They shed just over $5 mill in cap space for the next season, and it only cost a 2nd to do so. - 333inthe3rd
I think it was an insane price for Provorov, makes no sense to me, but hey what do I know, I've been wondering for years about the great Jarmo and what's he been doing, and everyone talks about him like he's some kind of genius.
I like the deal though because it sets a market, and if those kinds of deals are out there at the draft, with the cap space KD has he should be able to take full advantage.
I think it was an insane price for Provorov, makes no sense to me, but hey what do I know, I've been wondering for years about the great Jarmo and what's he been doing, and everyone talks about him like he's some kind of genius.
I like the deal though because it sets a market, and if those kinds of deals are out there at the draft, with the cap space KD has he should be able to take full advantage. - vabeachbear
One out of cap gun to his head(TT), one out of self inflicted pressure (Danault and his worst one ever!) and one real mystery (S. Jones).
Other than those (and I'm not really sure the Jones trade will turn out to be earth shattering bade) most were draws or slight wins. - vabeachbear
Don't forget the two Brendan Saad trades. First was basically Anisimov for Saad and the other Panarin for the return of Saad. Jarmo got the best player in both of them.
I'm still not sold on Vosters, was a tough listen at times last year. Maybe they all are when they are young.
Does this mean Sharp is going all National? - vabeachbear
I am just so happy that Colby Cohen is gone. It really bothered me how intentionally tried to one - up Chris Vosters, and tells us about when he played NHL against so & so (THREE NHL games!).
I knew that Colby was unliked when on air Sharpie dumped on him with a put down.
I respect all your opinions, but as far as I am concerned Eichel is still over-rated and no where close to NHL captain material....
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Wow a second rounder to sign one of the top D men on the free agent market. Maybe KD will have a team that makes the playoffs in 10 years. Can KD rebuild the Hawks as fast as Blake did the Kings? Blake being in the LA market, and having AEG as an owner does not have the rope to take forever to rebuild like KD apparently Kings haven’t had to trade any of their top prospects as of yet, so they have just a strong if not stronger pipeline than the Hawks.
Peterson signing was a mistake. Blake corrected it and moved on. Would rather have a GM that makes an error of commission than omission. You appear to want the opposite.
And a second rounder is way less painful then having that buyout cap hit on the books for th next 4 years - LAHawk
Not that I have a pony in this race but Blake paid a 1st, at least one 2nd and Grans. Pkus took on 30% of Provo's cap hit to sign Gavrikov to get rid of Petersen and Walker
After going through tough times as a fan these past few years: Stan GMing, the off ice issues, having to watch a sucky hockey team, saying goodbye to Toews and Kane, Keith too.
Hearing in that podcast a highlight of all the great things that the hawks and us fans have here right in front of us sure feels good.
Now the new hockey ops need to hit after picking Bedard. This draft will be a defining moment. Looking forward to it.
I’m fine with the AA re-signing. Probably $1m too rich but it’s negligible with a rising cap in 2024. - TommyHawk
Would rather have Domi at that price. Even though AA did have nice chemistry with Reichel. AA provides a speed element the Hawks lack right now outside of Reichel and soon to be Bedard. I am ok with it, but a little too high. Not going to be a killer, hopefully some Hawks prospects are ready when AA’s contract expires. I also am ok with 1 or 2 year contracts that will not interfere with younger players when they are ready and the Hawks are competitive again. At that time, the Hawks can actually sign players longer that will truly help to hopefully push them to contender status once again.
Are we generalizing across whole populations based on national origin? - mohel
Your answer is in my original post, Mo. I posted "in my limited time up in Canada I found Canadians to be respectful and happy people". ....... Read anything you like into it, Mo, and if your intention is to really have your question answered read my original post of which is apparently the origin of your query.
I also noticed Canadians were a hell of a lot thinner than Americans too. Another generalization on national origins I guess? Another probable/possible generalization in your eyes is the guys I played against up there played hockey with a helluva lot more pace than we do here.
Want an example, Mo? ... Ok, I explained it to the fellas this way. At my daytime hole in the wall tavern there is a big window facing a main drag thru town, speed limit is 30. Sit on a stool for a few yrs and you get used to the pace of the cars going by at 30. You come in and sit down one day and the cars are wizzin by at 45-50.
Big difference and if you're the goalie you better acclimate fast or you will be embarrassed. .......... Generalizations or observations, Mo? You decide.
I think the high AAV as it is only 2 years and not 3 - LAHawk
Think you're correct. If the deal gave more term there would be less AAV, as it should be. You negotiate giving a higher AAV or term but not both.... I like the deal and that AA is back. Wonder where he'll slot?
So far it seems KD is sticking to his guns on no long term deals and is looking at having flexibility 3 yrs from now.
Think you're correct. If the deal gave more term there would be less AAV, as it should be. You negotiate giving a higher AAV or term but not both.... I like the deal and that AA is back. Wonder where he'll slot?
So far it seems KD is sticking to his guns on no long term deals and is looking at having flexibility 3 yrs from now. - Mr Ricochet
In 3 years players will want to come here with a chance to play with Bedard, the time is not now to go nuts forking out money and KD definitely knows that.
