True, but i did see somewhere that Tampa's Connolly isn't too pleased with where he has ended up on the depth chart, with them trying to resign Callahan to what is largely regarded as big $ perhaps we could steal the hometown boy, through offer sheet or trade
- Whiskey-Tango

Think a trade for Connolly would be on the table. His star has fallen a bit over the past couple seasons.

I'm not sure its going to matter much when it comes to the UFA's as the pickings are slim and the top guys don't really serve our team direction.

The youngest guys are Callahan (28) and Stastny (28) Michalek (29). Apart from that notables include: Heatly, Gaborik, Moulson, Vanek, Cammy then the old bums Iggy, Jagr and Afly

But, take a look at the RFA's

Subban, O'Reilly, Berglund, B-Schenn, Neiddereter, Gudbransson, Johanson, Nilsson, Connolly, Kreider, Schwartz, Sheahan, R-Smith, M-Foligno, Smith-Pelly, Tatar.

With the added cap space, If GMMG had the balls to attempt to poach one or two of those, that would be a step in the right direction.

The rest of the league seems to hate him already so who the (frank) cares about blow-back. Sign Tanev and let Kassian sign a offer sheet so long as we get one of the above
- Whiskey-Tango

Pretty much impossible to Offer Sheet 2 players in the same off-season, since it would be the same draft picks being used as compensation in each deal.

Think a trade for Callahan would be on the table. His star has fallen a bit over the past couple seasons.
- AlexF

He's already turned down 36m...you up for paying this guy that kind of money?

WTF does that mean

Edit: fuggin coma's brother, got it now.
- LeftCoaster

Grammar is for people that need it.

True, but i did see somewhere that Tampa's Connolly isn't too pleased with where he has ended up on the depth chart, with them trying to resign Callahan to what is largely regarded as big $ perhaps we could steal the hometown boy, through offer sheet or trade
- Whiskey-Tango

He was passed on the depth chart for a reason. If he wasn't from BC would you have any interest?

He's already turned down 36m...you up for paying this guy that kind of money?
- djamon

I believe he meant connolly

He's already turned down 36m...you up for paying this guy that kind of money?
- djamon

Sorry, meant to say Connolly.

EDIT: Agree with Michael above. Doesn't seem to a player you'd target to make a difference for this team. More like one piece involved in a larger package.

And Connor McDavid.
- A_SteamingLombardi

Wow that kid is something special

Got mad love for that guy, anyone advocating that we move him is an absolute moron.

"I'm a Canuck at heart and I'm going down with the ship"

Its a shame that we don't have more of these personalities on this team, let alone league wide.

After this season, give him the god dam C already, Henrik is not able to pull his general "lead by example" show and it could take the pressure of him to regain his form next season without all the extra media hassle.
- Whiskey-Tango

Grammar is for people that need it.
- VANTEL

Think a trade for Connolly would be on the table. His star has fallen a bit over the past couple seasons.
- AlexF

Edler for Connolly and a 1st

I like the part where he says "I've never been asked to waive my NTC, I've never asked to waive my NTC, I'm here until the end" or something to that effect.
- LeftCoaster

Edler for Connolly and a 1st
- Bieksa#3

Pass. I absolutely think we could do better.

Trade Kesler For Etem and a 1st or Teravainen and a 1st
- pker2theend

Murrey confirmed he offered Etem and 2 1sts. They can throw in Palmeiri too

Pass. I absolutely think we could do better.
- AlexF

My 1st deal is S Morin and 1st

My 1st deal is S Morin and 1st
- Bieksa#3

A D for a D? We need forwards and quite badly at that. Both playmakers and scorers. Our D will be serviceable for years to come.

Murrey confirmed he offered Etem and 2 1sts. They can throw in Palmeiri too
- Bieksa#3

That's a decent deal. I'm surprised he didn't take it.

He was passed on the depth chart for a reason. If he wasn't from BC would you have any interest?
- Michael_Stuart

This! Thank you! I'd buy low on him if the price was right but he's not close to the top of my lost of targets.


Who the hell cares where these guys are born?

Pass. I absolutely think we could do better.
- AlexF

Yeah, I don't wanna trade core players for a bunch of unproven assets. That's how you (frank) up a rebuild, retool, whatever, etc.

This! Thank you! I'd buy low on him if the price was right but he's not close to the top of my lost of targets.


Who the hell cares where these guys are born?
- Nucker101

It's always a fan thing gm could care less where people are born.

Yeah, I don't wanna trade core players for a bunch of unproven assets. That's how you (frank) up a rebuild, retool, whatever, etc.
- Nucker101

Agree re Connolly but you but you can't expect proven young stars in return either. The sweet spot is a player that is on the verge of breaking out at the NHL level. Once they've broken out their value skyrockets to untradeable proportions.

I'm not sure its going to matter much when it comes to the UFA's as the pickings are slim and the top guys don't really serve our team direction.

The youngest guys are Callahan (28) and Stastny (28) Michalek (29). Apart from that notables include: Heatly, Gaborik, Moulson, Vanek, Cammy then the old bums Iggy, Jagr and Afly

But, take a look at the RFA's

Subban, O'Reilly, Berglund, B-Schenn, Neiddereter, Gudbransson, Johanson, Nilsson, Connolly, Kreider, Schwartz, Sheahan, R-Smith, M-Foligno, Smith-Pelly, Tatar.

With the added cap space, If GMMG had the balls to attempt to poach one or two of those, that would be a step in the right direction.

The rest of the league seems to hate him already so who the (frank) cares about blow-back. Sign Tanev and let Kassian sign a offer sheet so long as we get one of the above
- Whiskey-Tango

Interesting . Gudbranson and Johanson would be nice but I would love for them to go hard after Niño.

It's always a fan thing gm could care less where people are born.
- Yeti1181

Why do fans care? Are they gonna give us some of their money?

Agree re Connolly but you but you can't expect proven young stars in return either. The sweet spot is a player that is on the verge of breaking out at the NHL level. Once they've broken out their value skyrockets to untradeable proportions.
- AlexF

Exactly. Good AHL numbers with stints of legit NHL play.

Yes, it is apparent you don't follow the Canucks closely. Hansen, Sestito (and even Kassian, and Kesler may not be likeable but he has a winning mindset) all have great attitudes. Care to share where you got your information?

I agree with your comments about the fanbase, though. It's definitely bandwagon 101 personified
- Zogg

I don't think most on here are bandwagon fans. Win or lose they are here everyday talking about the team they love. Just because they are not favourable comments does not make them a bandwagon fan.