Sounds like a solid signing
- senstroll

Doesn't cost much of anything except money.

Like Sekac in Montreal last season.

Zaitsev......

Zaitsev......
- mykokes

Mark Gandler, agent of Nikita Zaitsev, denies the report. Says plan is the same: one more year in the #KHL #Leafs

Plagiarism.
- AdamFrench

I do remember asking you if he was coming over and if we could get him.

Wedgie's Plan to Keep Dion (And Make Him More Productive)

I know you guys all want to get rid of him for peanuts, but I really feel like what we need to do is find the right partner for him, which will take some weight off his shoulders and let him start playing his own game.

Using super-advanced statistics, here's what I figure would best complement his game:


First, he should be a Right Defenseman, about 6'1 190lbs.

23 years old.

The ability to put up about 32 points in a league. He may not be in the NHL right now, but 32 points in any Euro league would be acceptable. Would be a bonus if he led the league.

His resume should have a few seasons of solid, but unspectacular play. By that I mean good, but not really providing enough impetus for a team to sign him. But still, high in points and blocked shots. And double digits in PP goals.

Here's an important point, though: the guy needs to have a wicked one-timer from the point on the powerplay.

Should be able to play a lot of minutes overall.

Should have a backgrounder as a defensive defender who plays physical, but has demonstrated recently that he can score points when allowed to explore his offensive game, while maintaining his defensive posture.

If Shanny can find a guy like that, we should keep Dion, and cheer them both on in the playoffs in 2015-16.

Just sayin'...

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Mark Gandler, agent of Nikita Zaitsev, denies the report. Says plan is the same: one more year in the #KHL #Leafs
- Pecafan Fan

Damnit!

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Igor Eronko ‏@IgorEronko 8m8 minutes ago

Mark Gandler, agent of Nikita Zaitsev, denies the report. Says plan is the same: one more year in the #KHL #Leafs

agent says he's staying in the K
- Sammich

@IgorEronko: Mark Gandler, agent of Nikita Zaitsev, denies the report. Says plan is the same: one more year in the #KHL #Leafs

please clarify
- Dozzer

I blame Frenchy, personally.

Mark Gandler, agent of Nikita Zaitsev, denies the report. Says plan is the same: one more year in the #KHL #Leafs
- Pecafan Fan

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Igor Eronko ‏@IgorEronko 8m8 minutes ago

Mark Gandler, agent of Nikita Zaitsev, denies the report. Says plan is the same: one more year in the #KHL #Leafs
- Lucas Neilson

You're late again man

Usual. Finally getting some rain here. We need it.

I see you guys are looking to the khl for the next Kontiola.
- Iggysbff

Oh, shut your own damn Kontiola

Wedgie's Plan to Keep Dion (And Make Him More Productive)

I know you guys all want to get rid of him for peanuts, but I really feel like what we need to do is find the right partner for him, which will take some weight off his shoulders and let him start playing his own game.

Using super-advanced statistics, here's what I figure would best complement his game:


First, he should be a Right Defenseman, about 6'1 190lbs.

23 years old.

The ability to put up about 32 points in a league. He may not be in the NHL right now, but 32 points in any Euro league would be acceptable. Would be a bonus if he led the league.

His resume should have a few seasons of sold, but unspectacular play. By that I mean good, but not really providing enough impetus for a team to sign him. But still, high in points and blocked shots. And double digits in PP goals.

Here's an important point, though: the guy needs to have a wicked one-timer from the point on the powerplay.

Should be able to play a lot of minutes overall.

Should have a backgrounder as a defensive defender who plays physical, but has demonstrated recently that he can score points when allowed to explore his offensive game, while maintaining his defensive posture.

If Shanny can find a guy like that, we should keep Dion, and cheer them both on in the playoffs in 2015-16.

Just sayin'...
- Atomic Wedgie

well thought out, I like how you think outside the box


thanks for sharing

Usual. Finally getting some rain here. We need it.

I see you guys are looking to the khl for the next Kontiola.
- Iggysbff

Iggy, there's a difference, but I understand you're just a fairweather fan.

You're late again man
- RickJames77

As long as my wife is never late again, then all is well!

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Igor Eronko ‏@IgorEronko 8m8 minutes ago

Mark Gandler, agent of Nikita Zaitsev, denies the report. Says plan is the same: one more year in the #KHL #Leafs
- Lucas Neilson

That's just Gandler sending the message to the Leafs: no signing without giving Gandler a suitcase full of cash.

I blame Frenchy, personally.
- Lucas Neilson

It's fine if he stays in the KHL, but did the Leafs actually sign him to an entry level deal?

Usual. Finally getting some rain here. We need it.

I see you guys are looking to the khl for the next Kontiola.
- Iggysbff

Been raining a bunch here as well. Been meaning to ask, did your company ever contact my Uncle-in-law's company - Well Master?

Wedgie's Plan to Keep Dion (And Make Him More Productive)

I know you guys all want to get rid of him for peanuts, but I really feel like what we need to do is find the right partner for him, which will take some weight off his shoulders and let him start playing his own game.

Using super-advanced statistics, here's what I figure would best complement his game:


First, he should be a Right Defenseman, about 6'1 190lbs.

23 years old.

The ability to put up about 32 points in a league. He may not be in the NHL right now, but 32 points in any Euro league would be acceptable. Would be a bonus if he led the league.

His resume should have a few seasons of solid, but unspectacular play. By that I mean good, but not really providing enough impetus for a team to sign him. But still, high in points and blocked shots. And double digits in PP goals.

Here's an important point, though: the guy needs to have a wicked one-timer from the point on the powerplay.

Should be able to play a lot of minutes overall.

Should have a backgrounder as a defensive defender who plays physical, but has demonstrated recently that he can score points when allowed to explore his offensive game, while maintaining his defensive posture.

If Shanny can find a guy like that, we should keep Dion, and cheer them both on in the playoffs in 2015-16.

Just sayin'...
- Atomic Wedgie

I will say, up until the RC firing DP played his best hockey as a Leaf with Franson. Which is probably the best guy he's played with since being here. But Dion (frank)ed up when he wanted top 5 money and now top 10, pretty tough to have a great partner on a cap squeeze...

Is he Christian Hanson good?
- Atomic Wedgie

Oh come on, as if.

It's fine if he stays in the KHL, but did the Leafs actually sign him to an entry level deal?
- mykokes

why would he get an ELC?

Wedgie's Plan to Keep Dion (And Make Him More Productive)

I know you guys all want to get rid of him for peanuts, but I really feel like what we need to do is find the right partner for him, which will take some weight off his shoulders and let him start playing his own game.

Using super-advanced statistics, here's what I figure would best complement his game:


First, he should be a Right Defenseman, about 6'1 190lbs.

23 years old.

The ability to put up about 32 points in a league. He may not be in the NHL right now, but 32 points in any Euro league would be acceptable. Would be a bonus if he led the league.

His resume should have a few seasons of solid, but unspectacular play. By that I mean good, but not really providing enough impetus for a team to sign him. But still, high in points and blocked shots. And double digits in PP goals.

Here's an important point, though: the guy needs to have a wicked one-timer from the point on the powerplay.

Should be able to play a lot of minutes overall.

Should have a backgrounder as a defensive defender who plays physical, but has demonstrated recently that he can score points when allowed to explore his offensive game, while maintaining his defensive posture.

If Shanny can find a guy like that, we should keep Dion, and cheer them both on in the playoffs in 2015-16.

Just sayin'...
- Atomic Wedgie

Wait a...

By the way, all of you suck for not commenting on my Joe Shlabotnik reference in the last blog.