You're really expecting Bergevin to do Something stupid a big splash at the trade deadline? Seems to me trade deadline is the worst moment to get a big player in terms of value as a buyer.

Or do you mean you expect him to sell when he's 3rd in the Eastern conference?
- QuebecPride

He's also gonna claim Conacher. I mean how does he pass that up?

You're really expecting Bergevin to do Something stupid a big splash at the trade deadline? Seems to me trade deadline is the worst moment to get a big player in terms of value as a buyer.

Or do you mean you expect him to sell when he's 3rd in the Eastern conference?
- QuebecPride

They should extend Markov, but not Gionta. Also, he had all season long to adress the team weakness which are some size up front and maybe a top 4 D. He shouldn't go for a rental unless he extends him...

Beaulieu is immature and does not have the right work ethic yet.
- Champ

He's pretty close to be ready. He's like Subban in that department, he will have to be held back/brought back to earth every now and then when he gets overconfident in his play/relies too much on his talent instead of working hard.

Acquire Weaver, keep Markov. We're building through the draft but never actually giving the kids a crack at the lineup.... Brilliant.
- kev1586

is it possible that they trade a dman tomorrow, call up Beaulieu, and use Weaver as a veteran depth guy? because having a veteran depth guy is good when the two young guys haven't played a full season in the nhl combined. I don't understand the outrage over such a minor deal. and I think both gally's making the team last year shows mgmt is willing to play the kids. let's just wait and see.

You're really expecting Bergevin to do Something stupid a big splash at the trade deadline? Seems to me trade deadline is the worst moment to get a big player in terms of value as a buyer.

Or do you mean you expect him to sell when he's 3rd in the Eastern conference?
- QuebecPride

I expect him to not lose Markov for nothing come July 1st. He has good value and can bring a good return. No he cannot replace his minutes right now, but he cannot let him go for nothing.

He's pretty close to be ready. He's like Subban in that department, he will have to be held back/brought back to earth every now and then when he gets overconfident in his play/relies too much on his talent instead of working hard.
- QuebecPride

Subban is much more complete and while he is a bit overconfident he is much more coachable even if this isn't really a word...

You're really expecting Bergevin to do Something stupid a big splash at the trade deadline? Seems to me trade deadline is the worst moment to get a big player in terms of value as a buyer.

Or do you mean you expect him to sell when he's 3rd in the Eastern conference?
- QuebecPride

Ehlers has his 3rd straight hat trick, halfway through the 2nd period

is it possible that they trade a dman tomorrow, call up Beaulieu, and use Weaver as a veteran depth guy? because having a veteran depth guy is good when the two young guys haven't played a full season in the nhl combined. I don't understand the outrage over such a minor deal. and I think both gally's making the team last year shows mgmt is willing to play the kids. let's just wait and see.
- sdopus

I think he will get some help up front.

Ehlers has his 3rd straight hat trick, halfway through the 2nd period
- habs12

He's on a tear. Surprised he didn't get player of the week.

He should be trading Markov if he doesn't agree to a deal.
- habby

Exactly! Put the screws to him. He does not want to leave. He signs a 2 year deal or he is traded. They are not cup contenders no matter what they think.

I think he will get some help up front.
- Cyberhabs

agreed, and move a dman in the process

He's pretty close to be ready. He's like Subban in that department, he will have to be held back/brought back to earth every now and then when he gets overconfident in his play/relies too much on his talent instead of working hard.
- QuebecPride

Etienne, may I location you as Beaulieu = Subban already, relies on talent

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agreed, and move a dman in the process
- sdopus

I'd be shocked if they did. Which D you think they'll trade?

Etienne, may I location you as Beaulieu = Subban already, relies on talent

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- AdamFrench

He's on a tear. Surprised he didn't get player of the week.
- QuebecPride

May get his 50th of the season tonight. Not a bad rookie season
Dru with 6pts after 2 periods

Exactly! Put the screws to him. He does not want to leave. He signs a 2 year deal or he is traded. They are not cup contenders no matter what they think.
- Champ

I would not be shocked to hear them announce a 2 year deal tomorrow. I'll be very upset if it's longer than 1.

He's pretty close to be ready. He's like Subban in that department, he will have to be held back/brought back to earth every now and then when he gets overconfident in his play/relies too much on his talent instead of working hard.
- QuebecPride

He does not have Subban's work ethic. Subban was 3rd in team scoring and a + 48. Beaulieu can stay down until he matures. No need to rush him.

I'd be shocked if they did. Which D you think they'll trade?
- habby

Count Subban, Markov, Gorges and Tinordi out. So that leaves Murray, Bouillon, Emelin and...Beaulieu.

Etienne, may I location you as Beaulieu = Subban already, relies on talent

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- AdamFrench

Very classy to ask first. Not like some of these clowns.

I'd be shocked if they did. Which D you think they'll trade?
- habby

if markov doesn't sign they have to move him, don't they? Gorges also seems expendable.

I would not be shocked to hear them announce a 2 year deal tomorrow. I'll be very upset if it's longer than 1.
- habby

I think 2yrs is fair depending on the $$

I would not be shocked to hear them announce a 2 year deal tomorrow. I'll be very upset if it's longer than 1.
- habby

2 years would be fine but no longer.

I would not be shocked to hear them announce a 2 year deal tomorrow. I'll be very upset if it's longer than 1.
- habby

You know he won't agree to a 1 year deal so better start being very upset.

Count Subban, Markov, Gorges and Tinordi out. So that leaves Murray, Bouillon, Emelin and...Beaulieu.
- Habsody

He's in Hamilton. They're not trading a guy off their roster.

2 years would be fine but no longer.
- Cyberhabs

Bold prediction: 3 years/14 M$