I hear you. But if I'm the Flyers, I don't pay it any mind right now.
- MJL

it might backfire on them, seeing that the rangers got their target with an average package. maybe holmger feels this gives him some psychological leverage.

I agree, it was a good trade for the Rangers end. They addressed a definite need, especially with Gaborik's surgery likely keeping him out until Christmas
- Jsaquella

But when he is healthy. Nash Richards Gaborik

Nicely done. However according to hb CPA's the Weber contract can be handled at ease. Just ask Mr. Wilson he has it.
- stveshdy

Yes Mr.Snider and Comcast are accustomed to big salaries

given that outlay of cash, they'd probably have to let it sit. that can cause even more problems though, which is my point. rip the band-aid off now and get it over with.
- hammarby31

True, but I'm just kicking options around. Their free agent situation next summer is the big problem.

Next summer they have Hornqvist, Spaling, Smith, Yip, Halischuk, Klein and Josi to re-sign.

The Flyers are about to get an elite defenseman, maybe for four 1st rounders that are likely to be late round picks. If not that, then maybe a package very similar to what the Rangers gave up to get Nash.

I'd also disagree that they don't need Dubinsky or Anisimov. With Prust and Dubinsky gone, they won;t have as much sandpaper in the third and fourth lines. They did add Asham, but he's not as skilled as Dubinsky or as consistent as Prust.

They also now need somebody to step in and be the 2nd line center. Anisimov had good chemistry with Stepan and Gaborik. Do they move Stepan to center? See if Boyle can play on the 2nd line?

The Rangers will have some tinkering to do, and they did shake up their chemistry a bit.
- Jsaquella

I would place the Rangers as the SC favorites. They have deep defense and a fantastic goalie. And now Nash and Richards and Gaborik. Pretty awesome.

If we get Weber, we should be right there.

would you trade Voracek and Meszy and a 1st for Nash?
- Crimsoninja

would you trade your time on hb for a life already?

And they still have plenty of Cap space. They are probably in on Doan.
- MJL

I'm sure they would be.

would you trade your time on hb for a life already?


- b0s0o1

completely overrated

True, but I'm just kicking options around. Their free agent situation next summer is the big problem.

Next summer they have Hornqvist, Spaling, Smith, Yip, Halischuk, Klein and Josi to re-sign.
- Jsaquella

even more reason to act now, especially with the cba uncertainty. all signs point to them caving. if they were smart.

I would place the Rangers as the SC favorites. They have deep defense and a fantastic goalie. And now Nash and Richards and Gaborik. Pretty awesome.

If we get Weber, we should be right there.
- Daman

the way they block shots, the injury bug is gonna devour them this year.

completely overrated
- JoeRussomanno

well played

well played
- b0s0o1

would you trade your time on hb for a life already?


- b0s0o1

If i said that i would nail down three bans in one week.

-devil made me do it

If i said that i would nail down three bans in one week.

-devil made me do it
- Daman

you have to understand that some posters here have a rapport with each other from years of interaction. What's funny for one guy to say to another isn't the same for everyone.

would you trade your time on hb for a life already?


- b0s0o1

NEVER!!

I would place the Rangers as the SC favorites. They have deep defense and a fantastic goalie. And now Nash and Richards and Gaborik. Pretty awesome.

If we get Weber, we should be right there.
- Daman

i wouldn't count on gaborik. he's fragile. didn't do much in the playoffs either iirc. nash could take some time to get his game together. big stage, that msg.

I'm sure they would be.
- Jsaquella

If NYR get Doan, I give up

the way they block shots, the injury bug is gonna devour them this year.
- JoeRussomanno

got away with it last year, for sure.

well played
- b0s0o1

i think its tyme to bring the vyvyan avatar back sir
eddie has run its course

got away with it last year, for sure.
- hammarby31

yea the horseshoe fell out of Hanks butt in the conf-finals and the odds are going to swing right back against them. I saw those players take shots to places on their bodies that should end seasons last year. Let's see that hold up.

even more reason to act now, especially with the cba uncertainty. all signs point to them caving. if they were smart.
- hammarby31

I agree. If I was Nashville I would likely not match, based on the financial information at hand. Of course, that could be incorrect, but if it is, I don't see sustainability.

I'd take the picks. If Holmgren was willing to trade me assets for them, I'd want two out of Voracek, Simmonds, B. Schenn, L. Schenn & Meszaros, and one out of Read, Gustafsson or MAB for 2 or 3 of the first rounders.

Say I get Voracek & Meszaros and 2 1sts. I immediately try to get a guy like Bouwmeester for one of the firsts and a prospcet/pick. Solidify the defense for a few years, work my own kids into bigger roles, like Josi and remain competitive.

yea the horseshoe fell out of Hanks butt in the conf-finals and the odds are going to swing right back against them. I saw those players take shots to places on their bodies that should end seasons last year. Let's see that hold up.
- JoeRussomanno

hell, they should have lost to the caps in the 2nd round. i was amazed at their ability to continue to play while blocking shots like that.

I agree. If I was Nashville I would likely not match, based on the financial information at hand. Of course, that could be incorrect, but if it is, I don't see sustainability.

I'd take the picks. If Holmgren was willing to trade me assets for them, I'd want two out of Voracek, Simmonds, B. Schenn, L. Schenn & Meszaros, and one out of Read, Gustafsson or MAB for 2 or 3 of the first rounders.

Say I get Voracek & Meszaros and 2 1sts. I immediately try to get a guy like Bouwmeester for one of the firsts and a prospcet/pick. Solidify the defense for a few years, work my own kids into bigger roles, like Josi and remain competitive.
- Jsaquella

they could actually become a more well-rounded team. it's possible.

hell, they should have lost to the caps in the 2nd round. i was amazed at their ability to continue to play while blocking shots like that.
- hammarby31

they basically did then that flukey ass play leading to a penalty in the last three seconds of regulation Oh well Hope Nash likes using his face as a blocker for Lundy

you have to understand that some posters here have a rapport with each other from years of interaction. What's funny for one guy to say to another isn't the same for everyone.
- JoeRussomanno

That may be an understatement. Regardless, the mods should make the same claims as the Fox network. Fair and balanced.

I would not apply my next statement to anyone here, but being an emotional wreck or biased or a little bit of a psycho is not a good trait for a judge, referee or similar type.