Proof?
- YzermanTheMan

I heard the same. Can't remember if it was local radio or not.

With that being said we also offered Clarkson more money.....

Proof?
- YzermanTheMan

https://www.habseyesonthe...arc-bergevin-weise-emelin

I heard the same. Can't remember if it was local radio or not.

With that being said we also offered Clarkson more money.....
- Lahey

Reports came out of Montreal

Reports came out of Montreal
- Reveen.

French are a bunch of liars though

French are a bunch of liars though
- Lahey

why lie about that

https://www.habseyesontheprize.com/2016/7/1/12081832/milan-lucic-rumours-montreal-canadiens-runner-up-edmonton-oilers-marc-bergevin-weise-emelin
- Reveen.

Its called the 'McDavid Effect'... No one of that skill level on the Habs.

Its called the 'McDavid Effect'... No one of that skill level on the Habs.
- geta02it

exactly

Boo hoo, Oilers fans.

Here's my letter from MLSEL from 2012:

Dear Atomic Wedgie,

On behalf of Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment, we want you to know that it is a privilege to have the most passionate and loyal fans in the NHL. You are the lifeblood of this team and we will never take that for granted.

Like all Leafs fans, we are extremely disappointed that this season did not result in the long-awaited return to the postseason we were all hoping for. We fell short of your expectations and for that, we are truly sorry. Results are the only measure of success in sports and the results speak for themselves.

Each season you make a commitment to support this team. You make an investment with a passion that is unrivalled by any fan base in professional sports. For a good part of this past season it appeared as though your commitment would be rewarded. Unfortunately we got off track and that is completely unacceptable.

The Leafs management team has a plan and our ownership believes in that plan. With the regular season behind us, we will conduct an in-depth analysis and our singular focus will be on making the Leafs a team we can all be proud of. We are 100% committed to getting back on track.

Again, thank you for your loyalty, your commitment and your patience. Please feel free to contact me directly at
- Atomic Wedgie[email][email protected][/email] if you want to talk about this past year or the upcoming season.

Yours sincerely,

Tom Anselmi

Tom Anselmi
Chief Operating Officer
Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment

How about my letter from Burkie in 2008? Enjoy!


Dear Season Seat Holder,

Almost two weeks ago, I accepted an opportunity to become president and general manager of your Toronto Maple Leafs. I want to thank the Board of Directors and owners of the Toronto Maple Leafs and Richard Peddie, President and CEO of Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment, for entrusting me with one of the most important jobs in hockey.

Managing the Toronto Maple Leafs is a dream job for me. It's a true honour to be associated with an iconic team with passionate fans, and a strong sense of history and tradition.

I spent the last three seasons with the Anaheim Ducks where as President and General Manager I was fortunate to be part of a Stanley Cup Championship. We intend to create the same winning culture for Leafs fans.

The Leafs are now turning a page in their storied history, and we have a lot of work ahead of us. Rebuilding this team will require commitment and dedication, and Cliff Fletcher has taken many positive steps in the right direction. Over the next few months, our management team will evaluate our players and begin to address the opportunities that will support our team's progress on the ice.

We have a number of areas that are working in our favour, including a stable ownership that is committed to winning and an established coach in Ron Wilson. Ron and I share the same philosophies on how the game should be played. Under the tutelage of Ron and his coaching staff, we have already started to see a shift in how our team plays every night.

We have started to create a strong nucleus of young talent like Luke Schenn and Mikhail Grabovski, who will continue to grow, develop and excel under the Leafs system. The biggest advantage of our team is an arena filled with loyal fans every night who want to see their team succeed.

As I said in my introductory news conference, I have three pillars that I base my teams on:

1.) Having a team that has an exciting and entertaining style of play. The Leafs will justify the price of the ticket every night they are on the ice. We are committed to providing value to all of our Season Seat Holders, as you are an important part of our team.

2.) I believe teams need to operate in a fiscally responsible manner. We will spend our fans’ and our sponsors’ money intelligently, and make decisions that are right for the team.

3.) I expect all of our players and coaches to be leaders in the community. Community service is not optional. I am thrilled to see the Leafs organization already has a strong culture of giving back to the community through initiatives and programs led by the Leafs Fund for Kids, Leafs Hockey Development and Leafs Community Relations. The Leafs lead the NHL for community initiatives, team appearances and fundraising. This will continue to be a priority for our team.

These three pillars have created a winning culture for my teams in the past, and I anticipate they will continue to have the same positive impact on the Leafs going forward.

Last weekend, the Leafs announced the hiring of hockey executive David Nonis as Senior Vice-President of hockey operations. I have had the fortune of working with Dave for more than 14 years in Anaheim, Vancouver and at the NHL. He will be a great addition to our hockey organization as he brings with him a wealth of experience and knowledge.

I would like to thank Leafs Season Seat Holders for welcoming me to Toronto. This is a great time to be affiliated with the Toronto Maple Leafs. I hope you’ll share in my excitement as we get started with the work ahead.

On behalf of our owners, Board of Directors, and the entire Leafs organization, I want to thank you for being a Season Seat Holder and for your support and commitment to the Toronto Maple Leafs.

Best wishes for the holiday season and the New Year.

Sincerely,

Brian Burke

President and General Manager

Toronto Maple Leaf Hockey Club

Fake News

https://www.tsn.ca/sabres...from-hurricanes-1.1152286

Why couldn't we have jumped in on this ? He goes for a 2nd, 3rd and a 6th

https://www.tsn.ca/sabres-acquire-skinner-from-hurricanes-1.1152286

Why couldn't we have jumped in on this ? He goes for a 2nd, 3rd and a 6th
- Reveen.

With what cap?

With what cap?
- Smurffin

Apparently we have 7.3 million in cap space and Nurse left to sign.

Apparently we have 7.3 million in cap space and Nurse left to sign.
- Reveen.

According to capfriendly we have under 5 million with Nurse left to sign AND Puljujarvi's bonus to keep in mind.

According to capfriendly we have under 5 million with Nurse left to sign AND Puljujarvi's bonus to keep in mind.
- Smurffin

I was using NHL Numbers and they dont have Strome's contract input. Cap Friendly looks more accurate.

https://www.tsn.ca/sabres-acquire-skinner-from-hurricanes-1.1152286

Why couldn't we have jumped in on this ? He goes for a 2nd, 3rd and a 6th
- Reveen.

Because we don't have a prospect of Pu's level that we can afford to get rid of.

EDIT: And cap space, of course.

Because we don't have a prospect of Pu's level that we can afford to get rid of.

EDIT: And cap space, of course.
- MaximumBone

And assuming he would waive to come here in the first place.....

https://www.tsn.ca/sabres-acquire-skinner-from-hurricanes-1.1152286

Why couldn't we have jumped in on this ? He goes for a 2nd, 3rd and a 6th
- Reveen.

Because your hero Chiarelli spent all our money?

And assuming he would waive to come here in the first place.....
- benmacw

He waived for Buffalo....

He wasnt scared to trade a high draft pick for multiple lower picks.
- Reveen.

What High draft pick? A second rounder?

Problem is we could win the cup 5 years in a row and people would still complain.

fans in Edmonton are (frank)ing horrid. Not just Oilers, Eskimos as well. No matter what the team does people are pissed off. Yet they really do (frank) all about it other than complain.
- Lahey

Bullpoop. When this team is winning the City and the fans are stoked. We’re you not in Edmonton in the late 90’s?

Who’s this twat spamming the site with this Jim Faux nonsense?

What

A female genitalia

What a goof that guy was.

So let’s compare rosters here....
C
Mc David Eichel———————Edge Oilers
Draisaitl Middlestat—————Edge Oilers
Strome Berglund—————-Edge even
Brodziak Larsson——————Edge even
LW

Nugent Hopkins Skinner————-Edge Buffalo
Lucic Sheary—————Edge even
Caggiula Sobotka————-Edge Even
Khaira Girgensons———-Edge Buffalo

RW

Rattie Okposo—————-Edge Buffalo
Pullijarvii Reinhart—————Edge Buffalo
Reider Pomminville———-Edge Buffalo
Kassian Thompson————-Edge Buffalo

Extra forwards
Aberg Rodriguez————Edge Buffalo
Yamamoto ????? ——————Edge Edmonton

Defence
Klefbom Ristolainen———Edge Buffalo
Larsson McCabe————-Edge Edmonton
Nurse Scandella———-Edge Edmonton
Sekeras Bogosian————Edge Edmonton
Russel Beaulieu————-Edge Edmonton
Benning Hunwick————-Edge Edmonton
Bouchard Dahlin—————-Edge Buffalo


G
Talbot Hutton————-Edge even
Koskinnen Ullmark ————Edge Buffalo


Why am I upset after comparing to the worst team in the NHL last year?

So let’s compare rosters here....
C
Mc David Eichel———————Edge Oilers
Draisaitl Middlestat—————Edge Oilers
Strome Berglund—————-Edge even
Brodziak Larsson——————Edge even
LW

Nugent Hopkins Skinner————-Edge Buffalo
Lucic Sheary—————Edge even
Caggiula Sobotka————-Edge Even
Khaira Girgensons———-Edge Buffalo

RW

Rattie Okposo—————-Edge Buffalo
Pullijarvii Reinhart—————Edge Buffalo
Reider Pomminville———-Edge Buffalo
Kassian Thompson————-Edge Buffalo

Extra forwards
Aberg Rodriguez————Edge Buffalo
Yamamoto ????? ——————Edge Edmonton

Defence
Klefbom Ristolainen———Edge Buffalo
Larsson McCabe————-Edge Edmonton
Nurse Scandella———-Edge Edmonton
Sekeras Bogosian————Edge Edmonton
Russel Beaulieu————-Edge Edmonton
Benning Hunwick————-Edge Edmonton
Bouchard Dahlin—————-Edge Buffalo


G
Talbot Hutton————-Edge even
Koskinnen Ullmark ————Edge Buffalo


Why am I upset after comparing to the worst team in the NHL last year?
- HonkyTonkMan

But whose roster would you prefer? Comparing them straight across can be deceiving. I take any team with McDavid on it. It's too bad pistol Pete is still in charge.