I am sure this was already discussed here, but very interesting tactic by the Leafs and Lightning if true.

http://slam.canoe.ca/Slam.../2013/06/26/20929896.html
- Hextall271

I think its crazy to be honest... Why would a team, regardless of the amount of money they have, buy a guy out.. pay him 30 million to not play for them, and only get a draft pick out of it.

At least he will take to jail with him the memory of beating the Giants in the Super Bowl. Right? RIIIIGGGHTTTT?


- PLindbergh31

or he might shoot himself in the leg

I hope we get Nichushkin so we can butcher his name when drunk... Already looking forward to it.
- FlyersGrace

i don't think he'll be there at 11.

i don't think he'll be there at 11.
- flyersfan51

I want the Russian Lindros guy, and Id call him the Russian Lindros guy for short.

I hadn't seen this.

So Toronto was willing to pay 30 mil for Tampa's first round pick. Is that what they're saying. That's crazy on both ends.
- mayorofangrytown

It doesn't even say it was for Tampa's first rounder.

It could have been $30M for a 2nd or 3rd rd pick.

Hernandez charged with murder.
- mayorofangrytown

Anytime someone says "murder", I imagine it being said in the voice of Jack Klugman as "Quincy".

I'm more concerned with the load of wash I have in the dryer.
- Jsaquella

lol

I think I know what the Flyers are going to do. This in no way shape or form is me being supportive, but it's fairly logical. The Flyers have made it no secret that they think extremely highly of Laughton's ability. While I think they love Coots, I do see them moving him for some form of "top" defenseman (in their mind) and let Laughton shoulder that load.

Next I see them feeling they can then move a Coburn and Read+ for B. Ryan. Figuring they have now added the winger that is coveted to put next to Giroux. Meszaros will also be moved, perhaps at the draft for a later pick, 4th or higher. Hopefully, they figured out a way to keep their first and if they have, they will take the best available forward, thinking they have perhaps solved their defensive issues by picking up who they trade Couts for. Lastly, they attempt to get Luongo, but with that being uncertain they possible fall back on a lesser option.

This type of plan fits the Flyers mold. While I'm against trading Couts, it does have some sort of sense to it.

You could just buy brown under wear and save yourself all the hassle.
- mayorofangrytown

thats dis staining

I think its crazy to be honest... Why would a team, regardless of the amount of money they have, buy a guy out.. pay him 30 million to not play for them, and only get a draft pick out of it.
- jak521

Maybe you or I wouldn't do it, but I still think the rule prohibiting it is stupid.

Just for fun, not sure if any cred. He did list the Tor LA trade before it happened.

NHL Rumors ‏@NHLRumorsDaily 7m
Hearing as of now that the Flyers offer for Miller is Coburn+Read+1st for the All Star Goaltender

Anytime someone says "murder", I imagine it being said in the voice of Jack Klugman as "Quincy".
- johndewar

Very underrated show. Loved Quincy.

In the course of 6 hours, Hernandez was arrested, released from his job (which he was owed another 19 million dollars) and charged with murder.

Talk about having a bad day.

I want the Russian Lindros guy, and Id call him the Russian Lindros guy for short.
- aosplayo

I think we may be at our limit for guys on this thread posting from Downingtown...

Very underrated show. Loved Quincy.

In the course of 6 hours, Hernandez was arrested, released from his job (which he was owed another 19 million dollars) and charged with murder.

Talk about having a bad day.
- PLindbergh31

From everything I've read today (if the internet is to be believed and we all know that it is!), Hernandez was not exactly a stellar citizen before this alleged event.

We have players dying/killing themselves because they get addicted to the pain killers that keep them in the line-up.

But yes, play on.
- bradleyc4

My guess with Bergeron is he had a local injection of a long acting (3-4 hour) anesthetic into his ribs so he could play without pain.

These anesthetics aren't addicting.

But your point is well taken.

I want the Russian Lindros guy, and Id call him the Russian Lindros guy for short.
- aosplayo

He would become "Lindrosov".

Very underrated show. Loved Quincy.

In the course of 6 hours, Hernandez was arrested, released from his job (which he was owed another 19 million dollars) and charged with murder.

Talk about having a bad day.
- PLindbergh31

How bout Boston fans. You blow the lead with a min. left in game 6. Your TE committed murder (allegedly). And your basketball coach and best player are being traded to an LA team.

Just for fun, not sure if any cred. He did list the Tor LA trade before it happened.

NHL Rumors ‏@NHLRumorsDaily 7m
Hearing as of now that the Flyers offer for Miller is Coburn+Read+1st for the All Star Goaltender
- ImThatGuy

Just... no way

Just for fun, not sure if any cred. He did list the Tor LA trade before it happened.

NHL Rumors ‏@NHLRumorsDaily 7m
Hearing as of now that the Flyers offer for Miller is Coburn+Read+1st for the All Star Goaltender
- ImThatGuy

I hope that never happens.

Ritch Winter, Bryzgalov's agent, was on Oilers Talk

Had a few tidbits:

Dan Tencer ‏@dantencer 6m

Winter uses the word "deception" to describe Holmgren telling him initially that Bryzgalov would not be bought out.

Dan Tencer ‏@dantencer 3m

Wow. Winter ANNIHILATES system in Philly. Says it's brutal for goalies. No clear lanes, can't see the puck, goalie coach no authority etc.

Dan Tencer ‏@dantencer 2m

Ritch Winter says Bryzgalov would "actively consider Edmonton". Sounds like they are absolutely targeting the Oilers as a landing spot.
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He would become "Lindrosov".
- johndewar

You better trademark that ish quick. We know how Homer loves big centers. This creativity is why I love this forum.

I think we may be at our limit for guys on this thread posting from Downingtown...


- mayorofangrytown

From everything I've read today (if the internet is to be believed and we all know that it is!), Hernandez was not exactly a stellar citizen before this alleged event.
- johndewar

When the police issue a search warrant, and a cleaning crew is seen leaving the premises, not to mention a disabled home security system, and cell phone in 50 pieces, it kind of raises a few red flags.

Just for fun, not sure if any cred. He did list the Tor LA trade before it happened.

NHL Rumors ‏@NHLRumorsDaily 7m
Hearing as of now that the Flyers offer for Miller is Coburn+Read+1st for the All Star Goaltender
- ImThatGuy

shoot me

How bout Boston fans. You blow the lead with a min. left in game 6. Your TE committed murder (allegedly). And your basketball coach and best player are being traded to an LA team.
- aosplayo

All they care about in Boston is the first place Red Sox.