I firmly believe it's from all the marijuana
- LeftCoaster

I didn't say a thing about Landeskog.

I didn't say a thing about Landeskog.
- Marwood

Virtanen wasn't the guy I would have picked at the draft but as of now I really believe that when he gets it he could be the one of if not the most dominating power forward we ever had. I want players to be able to grow and I want to see their successes as well as failures just like Linden and the Sedins.
- thundachunk

He's a really really good young player, he's still 19 years old, for another month anyways. They babied him last year, he's gonna be good as his confidence and minutes increase.

One is proven and now, the other is a future project.
- VANTEL

This is why the Leafs, who you make fun of, haven't been to as much as a Cup final since expansion. You draft and develop a core, unless some idiot gives you an asset like Seguin

If Benning wants to make a hockey trade and he isn't willing to use Hansen there is a very small amount of players who would fit his veteran gritty top 6 LW criteria that this team could trade for.

Kane and Hartnell have been discussed lots but I would also add Anders Lee, Alex Kilhorn, Clarke MacArthur, Zack Smith, and Patrick Berglund.

I think any of the players would be options and could be closer to our price range than the Landeskog idea.

If Benning wants to make a hockey trade and he isn't willing to use Hansen there is a very small amount of players who would fit his veteran gritty top 6 LW criteria that this team could trade for.

Kane and Hartnell have been discussed lots but I would also add Anders Lee, Alex Kilhorn, Clarke MacArthur, Zack Smith, and Patrick Berglund.

I think any of the players would be options and could be closer to our price range than the Landeskog idea.
- belcherbd

It's being reported he's looking for someone but at a cheap price. Whatever that means?

He's a really really good young player, he's still 19 years old, for another month anyways. They babied him last year, he's gonna be good as his confidence and minutes increase.
- LeftCoaster

I rarely agree with Vantel but If the cost was Virtanen and next year's first, I think you take it and run. At least now we have a sure fire top line player again.

I also think Virtanen is a really good player and stoked we have but if we are being really honest with ourselves, there is a very slim chance he can become as good of a player as Landeskog.

I rarely agree with Vantel but If the cost was Virtanen and next year's first, I think you take it and run. At least now we have a sure fire top line player again.

I also think Virtanen is a really good player and stoked we have but if we are being really honest with ourselves, there is a very slim chance he can become as good of a player as Landeskog.
- belcherbd

Too steep for me.

It's being reported he's looking for someone but at a cheap price. Whatever that means?
- LeftCoaster

Rick Nash for Hansen.

Why so much hate for Hudler?.. I know he is on the small side.. but hes slick with the puck and can definitely make some plays. Wouldn't mind seeing him on a line with Sutter and Virtanen... someone who can actually dish the puck. What other option would be better for 2-2.5 million out there?... he isn't my first choice.. but for that price.. on a 1 year deal. I would do it.

Not a bad power play option either.

Why so much hate for Hudler?.. I know he is on the small side.. but hes slick with the puck and can definitely make some plays. Wouldn't mind seeing him on a line with Sutter and Virtanen... someone who can actually dish the puck. What other option would be better for 2-2.5 million out there?... he isn't my first choice.. but for that price.. on a 1 year deal. I would do it.

Not a bad power play option either.
- kneughter

He is a better option than selling the farm but I really have no interest in him.

Why so much hate for Hudler?.. I know he is on the small side.. but hes slick with the puck and can definitely make some plays. Wouldn't mind seeing him on a line with Sutter and Virtanen... someone who can actually dish the puck. What other option would be better for 2-2.5 million out there?... he isn't my first choice.. but for that price.. on a 1 year deal. I would do it.

Not a bad power play option either.
- kneughter

I agree but I think that the signing will end up being more costly and with term or he would already be signed

Rick Nash for Hansen.
- thundachunk

Cap?

He is a better option than selling the farm but I really have no interest in him.
- thundachunk

I might be in the minority (and I do not like WD or JB) but this team... if healthy... has a very legitimate shot at making the playoffs. 7-9 seed is probably a fair bet.

If Markstrom can continue to make strides... I like the look of our top 4.. mix of size and skill. And our top 9 should be competitive.

I would prefer a tank and get a couple top 3 picks the next couple years.. but with the Sedins here.. and ownership refusing to accept a major overhaul.. at least look at adding some pieces via FA or trade. Hudler and Pirri are two possible signings.

I agree but I think that the signing will end up being more costly and with term or he would already be signed
- belcherbd

You are probably right.. but some of these guys have priced themselves out of the market. I don't think he goes for more than 3. Russell.. Vrbata and Hudler have all put themselves in a tough spot. Russell is not getting that 5-5.5 he has been asking for and will likely settle for around 4... and Vrbata will probably end up in Europe.

Cap?
- VANTEL

My thoughts exactly.

We have Eriksson for 6 years top line .

In the mean time you would have

Landeskog 23 Bo 21 Boeser 19

Sven 23 Sutter 27 Hansen 30

When they continually state top 6 scorer, we know that Benning doesn't have the assets unless he sends a top prospect which we all hope doesn't happen. I would love to see our guys develop, but if he could pull off a Duchene or Landeskog...different ball game.

But I like your idea...sweeten the pot with pot, what are you thinking a few kilos
- Makita

It's being reported he's looking for someone but at a cheap price. Whatever that means?
- LeftCoaster

We're swapping 4th liners and the player we get we'll put on the 3rd line so we win the trade

You are probably right.. but some of these guys have priced themselves out of the market. I don't think he goes for more than 3. Russell.. Vrbata and Hudler have all put themselves in a tough spot. Russell is not getting that 5-5.5 he has been asking for and will likely settle for around 4... and Vrbata will probably end up in Europe.
- kneughter

I wouldn't be surprised if Hudler gets 4m over 2 years. Russell will be this year's franson I think. No idea about Vrbata.

We're swapping 4th liners and the player we get we'll put on the 3rd line so we win the trade
- A_SteamingLombardi

Sven/Sbisa/1st for Landeskog
Cap space for the Av's & more D depth.

Sven/Sbisa/1st for Landeskog
Cap space for the Av's & more D depth.
- Nighthawk

That only saves the Avs 100K

Sven/Sbisa/1st for Landeskog
Cap space for the Av's & more D depth.
- Nighthawk

Is that enough? Maybe add Duchene also

That only saves the Avs 100K
- A_SteamingLombardi

2 players for 1 so how do u figure that?