You could be right but i would be surprisrd if he signed with them. Imagine what Crawford private thoughts might be to have Gus providing support? I had thought Riddch was a promising netminder for Calgary. Has he fallen into disfavor? Maybe this team drafts Askarov. Trade Bennet to move up in first tound and take Askarov?
- jhawk59

I doubt Calgary signs Gus. Riddich was a disaster in the playoffs and basically lost the starting job to Talbot as the season went along.

Caggs can go. He has never played a full season in his career. He bring something but he isn't worth carrying in the way of a younger player.

Strome is what he is at this point as a skater. Below average. He has been working on his skating for years allegedly. His defensive liabilities outweigh whatever offense he brings. I would move him
- Elbows15

Disagree again, Caggiula is perfectly molded for the playoffs. He’s got some skill with the puck and can keep up with anyone on his line while being aggressive in the corners and in front of net. Yes the injury history is a concern but for the price he should definitely stay

That’s five minutes you’ll never get back.
- Ogilthorpe2

11. I’m a slow reader...

I just read JJ’s post mortem. He was notably high on Maatta and basically warned against losing/trading/buying him out. Called him the beat Hawks d-man in the playoffs.

Not really saying right or wrong, but I personally think that’s a stretch. I liked Murphy’s game the best.
- Chunk

I haven’t read a word of JJ’s work since he left this site and I have no intention to do so in the future. JJ often says things just to spark debate and insults you if you disagree.

Like I said before, Keith is the only d-man who should be safe. Seabrook will likely be safe too because of his contract. After that I’d rank them as Murphy, Maatta, de Haan and Koekkoek in terms of who us likely to stay. I’d keep Murphy for the duration of his current contract and beyond. I like both Maatta and de Haan but if they’re an opportunity to trade them and upgrade the team I’m ok with that. 4K is a very serviceable #7 but that role may be taken by #7.

Disagree again, Caggiula is perfectly molded for the playoffs. He’s got some skill with the puck and can keep up with anyone on his line while being aggressive in the corners and in front of net. Yes the injury history is a concern but for the price he should definitely stay
- rwilliams88

The one thing going against him is that we have 3-4 guys waiting behind him that have the same attributes without the injury history.

I haven’t read a word of JJ’s work since he left this site and I have no intention to do so in the future. JJ often says things just to spark debate and insults you if you disagree.

Like I said before, Keith is the only d-man who should be safe. Seabrook will likely be safe too because of his contract. After that I’d rank them as Murphy, Maatta, de Haan and Koekkoek in terms of who us likely to stay. I’d keep Murphy for the duration of his current contract and beyond. I like both Maatta and de Haan but if they’re an opportunity to trade them and upgrade the team I’m ok with that. 4K is a very serviceable #7 but that role may be taken by #7.
- DarthKane

I was looking for more analysis of Morrison and they had a write up. Followed the rabbit hole to the front page...

I haven’t read a word of JJ’s work since he left this site and I have no intention to do so in the future. JJ often says things just to spark debate and insults you if you disagree.

Like I said before, Keith is the only d-man who should be safe. Seabrook will likely be safe too because of his contract. After that I’d rank them as Murphy, Maatta, de Haan and Koekkoek in terms of who us likely to stay. I’d keep Murphy for the duration of his current contract and beyond. I like both Maatta and de Haan but if they’re an opportunity to trade them and upgrade the team I’m ok with that. 4K is a very serviceable #7 but that role may be taken by #7.
- DarthKane

The one thing going against him is that we have 3-4 guys waiting behind him that have the same attributes without the injury history.
- Chunk

Yes I agree as far as the motors they have and aggressiveness (Highmore, hagel, maybe Entwistle). But as far as skill with the puck and scoring ability, Caggiula has them beat right now.

- I Am The Breadman

- DarthKane

Just odd, that's all. I don't disagree with your statement at all. I saw it as an outsider. Never thought you would take part in calling JJ out, let alone instigating.

Just odd, that's all. I don't disagree with your statement at all. I saw it as an outsider. Never thought you would take part in calling JJ out, let alone instigating.
- I Am The Breadman

Yes I agree as far as the motors they have and aggressiveness (Highmore, hagel, maybe Entwistle). But as far as skill with the puck and scoring ability, Caggiula has them beat right now.
- rwilliams88

True, but in a flat cap world and Caggiula costing at least $1.5, I believe the cheaper options will win out. I think Caggiula is a good player that is worth the money. I just think the circumstances push him out.

True, but in a flat cap world and Caggiula costing at least $1.5, I believe the cheaper options will win out. I think Caggiula is a good player that is worth the money. I just think the circumstances push him out.
- Chunk

You could be right, unless Stan decides to move on from Saad.

Letting go I meant
- GPHawksfan

No shootouts in playoffs though he could face breaksways in games nevertheless. BTW How good is the smaller size MA Fleurey in thwarting breakaways

No shootouts in playoffs though he could face breaksways in games nevertheless. BTW How good is the smaller size MA Fleurey in thwarting breakaways
- jhawk59

We are all crunching numbers trying to fit Crow and scrub in under the cap. There is no way that we could have (or can now) afford Lehner. He was no better than Crow behind the Hawks D. He is younger. That is the only benefit he has over Crow right now.

This isn't even an endorsement for Crow. The more I think about it the less I think he should be resigned and they just start over in net. I just think the Lehner joy isn't warranted.

Rutherford says the Penguins will likely trade one of Murray or Jarry and there has already been interest. Hopefully Stan’s been kicking the tires on Jarry.

That was some good power plays for Dallas.

Go Stars!! Pavelski and Faksa with back to back PP goals.

Rutherford says the Penguins will likely trade one of Murray or Jarry and there has already been interest. Hopefully Stan’s been kicking the tires on Jarry.
- DarthKane

What would his next contract look like? $3-4M per year?

What would his next contract look like? $3-4M per year?
- Chunk

Not sure how this would work, but this was on Twitter (I do not vouch for its accuracy):

Hearing the NHL and PA have had preliminary talks about next season. One proposal is to create 4 bubble cities, and rotating all 31 teams in those venues in 8 game increments.

At present, there’s no indication if all the cities would be in Canada.

But makes the most sense.

Go Stars!! Pavelski and Faksa with back to back PP goals.
- Chunk

Francouz didn’t have a clue where that 3rd one was.

Francouz didn’t have a clue where that 3rd one was.
- StLBravesFan

Neither did the goal scorer, Radulov.

I just read JJ’s post mortem. He was notably high on Maatta and basically warned against losing/trading/buying him out. Called him the beat Hawks d-man in the playoffs.

Not really saying right or wrong, but I personally think that’s a stretch. I liked Murphy’s game the best.
- Chunk

Same

Neither did the goal scorer, Radulov.
- I Am The Breadman

I guess the Avs probably should of traded for a goalie.

MacKinnon doing everything he can, wow, wow, wow, what a game