Drafted 66th overall. And I have never seen any literature quoting he won't play in Utica. Source? I've heard the opposite, he wants to join Utica at the conclusion of the KHL season
- CanuckDon

in it he was saying "Im making 1M + in russia why would I come play in minors for 70K?"

I suppose if he had a contract paying him the same regardless hed come

He represented Canada plenty of times (just not that often on the Olympic squad, which was/is pretty chock full of talent tbh).
- dbot

perhaps it was the worlds then Im thinking of

They were talking about it on the radio
- VANTEL

Good old 1040....

There was an interview out of Russia during the Spenglar Cup saying that he wants to move to NA after the season. Presumably to play in Utica as that's his only option.

No, but it obviously will be here on HB is what I was saying.

with his skills and our D I find it hard to see him NOT making the team
- SMBDragon

That's really not the point...you earn your place on team....not exstort management for it

in it he was saying "Im making 1M + in russia why would I come play in minors for 70K?"

I suppose if he had a contract paying him the same regardless hed come
- SMBDragon

He paid his own way to get to Van for the young Canucks prospect camp. That indicates to me he is set on playing here

He paid his own way to get to Van for the young Canucks prospect camp. That indicates to me he is set on playing here
- CanuckDon

SM and vantel, not disputing what you heard just saying I heard differently 2 weeks ago

NICOLAS MATTINEN might be a good 2nd or 3rd rnd pick up

No, but it obviously will be here on HB is what I was saying.

with his skills and our D I find it hard to see him NOT making the team
- SMBDragon

Has skills in the KHL. Not even American hockey league level talent. He's just another prospect who hasn't shown a thing

At the start of the season i did not want to see Hamhuis moved, saw his skills, mentorship, leadership as valuable (especially if he could be resigned for a hometown discount).

At this stage, i'd be ok with moving him to a contender (like we did with Bieksa), but also quiet comfortable keeping him still.

Edmonton, or back to Nsh seem like logical options if we were to move him.
- dbot

I dont think nashville has space for him with their lineup. Hed be good fit in edmonton....BUT

1. I dont like trading in the division, that could sink us

2. I really dont want anything from edmontons roster. Could very well poison the well. Meet the player at the airport with a garlic clove necklace, wooden stake and cross in hand if we ever traded with them.

Good old 1040....

There was an interview out of Russia during the Spenglar Cup saying that he wants to move to NA after the season. Presumably to play in Utica as that's his only option.
- CanuckDon

It was on Twitter and the radio . There was a two week period people were talking about it. The said he was making a million a year plaing in the K , he would not play for a 65 000 paycheck.

Water cooler talk no one reliable other than Price and Sekeres. Take it as you wish. Some think they are credible some don't.

The KHL I heard is having financial problem so who really knows what is going on with this guy.

Myself I expect little so I won't be disappointed . If he makes it bonus, if he doesn't , oh well.

He paid his own way to get to Van for the young Canucks prospect camp. That indicates to me he is set on playing here
- CanuckDon

I hope so.....that just made my day!!

That's really not the point...you earn your place on team....not exstort management for it
- Bullfrog77

I agree with you there

I dont support that mindset either

It was on Twitter and the radio . There was a two week period people were talking about it. The said he was making a million a year plaing in the K , he would not play for a 65 000 paycheck.

Water cooler talk no one reliable other than Price and Sekeres. Take it as you wish. Some think they are credible some don't.

The KHL I heard is having financial problem so who really knows what is going on with this guy.

Myself I expect little so I won't be disappointed . If he makes it bonus, if he doesn't , oh well.
- VANTEL

I saw it in print somewhere....here, TSN,,, something like that

It was on Twitter and the radio . There was a two week period people were talking about it. The said he was making a million a year plaing in the K , he would not play for a 65 000 paycheck.

Water cooler talk no one reliable other than Price and Sekeres. Take it as you wish. Some think they are credible some don't.

The KHL I heard is having financial problem so who really knows what is going on with this guy.



Myself I expect little so I won't be disappointed . If he makes it bonus, if he doesn't , oh well.
- VANTEL

I wokdnt either at that age. Make my millions I believe tax free as well then come over. Set yourself up for life then play in na smart kid

I hope so.....that just made my day!!
- SMBDragon

Canucks couldn't pay his way it is against the rules. He was under Contract with another team

I hope so.....that just made my day!!
- SMBDragon

Yes, an intriguing prospect for sure....

It's hard to say as there are so many conflicting reports. That being said, the NHL is the best league in the world and if the guy doesn't have the confidence/ desire to prove himself on the best stage in the world (and ultimately make more $) than we do t want him anyways. The Spengler Cup report was very recent so I'm optimistic

I saw it in print somewhere....here, TSN,,, something like that
- SMBDragon

I'm old I forget easy

Offer Tryamkin a 1 way deal for 800k x 1 year he comes. Evaluate after that year.
If we trade Hammer and Vrbata to teams just in or outside the playoffs and they miss, say we get a 1st each(not dreaming. Hammer easily a 1st and Vrbata + 4th likely leands a 1st). What would you draft if we got
1st.Matthews
11th.Sergachyov
13th.Fabbro

Canucks couldn't pay his way it is against the rules. He was under Contract with another team
- VANTEL

yes I realize all that already.... was just cool he wants to part with his own cash to come over.
Mind you its much cheaper for airfair from countries outside of NA too. Inflated here

Winnipeg just passed us 23 spot now

yes I realize all that already.... was just cool he wants to part with his own cash to come over.
Mind you its much cheaper for airfair from countries outside of NA too. Inflated here
- SMBDragon

That's because our female Stewardesses don't have moustaches

I wokdnt either at that age. Make my millions I believe tax free as well then come over. Set yourself up for life then play in na smart kid
- The_Kuze

Plus the lower cost of living there too.

Moscows rep as being expensive is only relative to average income not guys who make 1M + a year. So its more like making 1.8M here

That's because our female Stewardesses don't have moustaches
- VANTEL

dude are you ever wrong on that....russia has some of the most stunning hotties of any place....

I've had GFs from there....HOT HOT girls. Very good dressers too. good cooks as well

It was on Twitter and the radio . There was a two week period people were talking about it. The said he was making a million a year plaing in the K , he would not play for a 65 000 paycheck.

Water cooler talk no one reliable other than Price and Sekeres. Take it as you wish. Some think they are credible some don't.

The KHL I heard is having financial problem so who really knows what is going on with this guy.

Myself I expect little so I won't be disappointed . If he makes it bonus, if he doesn't , oh well.
- VANTEL

A million dollars worth of rubles changes by the minute.

That's because our female Stewardesses don't have moustaches
- VANTEL

And yes our flighht attendants DO have moustaches....theyre called gay dudes and Ive seen it on air canada.

However the air russia guys would probably shoot you if you pissed them off