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Sheng Peng
Joined: 04.21.2017

Aug 18 @ 8:00 AM ET
Sheng Peng: Shea Theodore Might Become VGK's Highest-Paid Defenseman
halo63
Joined: 01.02.2015

Aug 18 @ 8:16 AM ET
A couple points,

Let's eliminate Skjei and Parayko as comps. Both were used regularly on the power play and penalty kill in their last entry-level campaign. Also, both were seen as likely eventual top-pairing defenders, unlike Theodore. That isn't saying Theodore won't become a top-two rearguard, just Skjei and Parayko were regarded as surer bets to reach such a ceiling.


If Skjei and Parayko Were so highly regarded, they would not have fallen as far as the draft as they did. Disagree that they are not equal comparables with Theodore. What is being evaluated is where this defenseman is in comparison to other defenseman’s and his same or similar place throughout the week, and that is what is agent and the player will want.
I expect a 4.5 to $5.25 million deal, length uncertain.

Also I really find the mile of tweets at the bottom of the blog annoying
junaka3
Joined: 08.12.2009

Aug 18 @ 10:01 AM ET
A couple points,



If Skjei and Parayko Were so highly regarded, they would not have fallen as far as the draft as they did. Disagree that they are not equal comparables with Theodore. What is being evaluated is where this defenseman is in comparison to other defenseman’s and his same or similar place throughout the week, and that is what is agent and the player will want.
I expect a 4.5 to $5.25 million deal, length uncertain.

Also I really find the mile of tweets at the bottom of the blog annoying

- halo63

Agree. I’m a Ranger fan and Skjei used on PP is news to me. Maybe got some extra time at end of season, but only after Shattenkirk and DeAngelo where both done for season. Skjei probably will be top pair, mostly cause there’s no better vet, but so too will Theodore.
Sheng Peng
Joined: 04.21.2017

Aug 18 @ 3:21 PM ET
If Skjei and Parayko Were so highly regarded, they would not have fallen as far as the draft as they did.
- halo63


I was referring to how they were regarded during last entry-level year. I've clarified it further in the text.

I’m a Ranger fan and Skjei used on PP is news to me.
- junaka3


Skjei averaged 1:31 SH and 1:12 PP for the season. Before Shattenkirk injury, Skjei averaged 1:10 SH and 00:54 PP. So he got a bump, but his usage on the PP shouldn't be news.
watsonnostaw
Atlanta Thrashers
Location: Dude has all the personality of a lump of concrete. Just a complete lizard.
Joined: 06.26.2006

Aug 18 @ 3:30 PM ET


Also I really find the mile of tweets at the bottom of the blog annoying

- halo63

must suck to be you reading them
junaka3
Joined: 08.12.2009

Aug 18 @ 3:57 PM ET
I was referring to how they were regarded during last entry-level year. I've clarified it further in the text.



Skjei averaged 1:31 SH and 1:12 PP for the season. Before Shattenkirk injury, Skjei averaged 1:10 SH and 00:54 PP. So he got a bump, but his usage on the PP shouldn't be news.

- Sheng.Peng

I’m confused. Are you trying to agree with me or still promoting a false narrative? His entry level deal McDonaugh was the top LD. Skjei use on PP this season was a product of injuries. He did play sparingly on 2nd unit early in season. Besides injuries, the trade of McDonaugh increased his work load in all areas. Now he’s projected as top pair, but will have some extra competition in future coming from prospects obtained at deadline. As I said, I’m a Ranger fan and I’m not putting him down, but he’s still developing. He actually had a drop off last season in performance but as mentioned, did have increased minites
Hardbalz
Joined: 06.08.2011

Aug 19 @ 1:45 PM ET
Might??
nhlprospectreport
Joined: 08.20.2018

Aug 20 @ 6:06 PM ET
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bikeguy99
New Jersey Devils
Joined: 09.05.2017

Aug 22 @ 12:24 AM ET
Sheng Peng: Shea Theodore Might Become VGK's Highest-Paid Defenseman
- Sheng.Peng


Relax, their current highest paid D is 3.875M.