For either of Bouchard or Miller, you might have to go to the next AAV tier, which is above $6.5M per, and would cost a 1st, 2nd and a 3rd, to get the Oilers or Rangers to seriously think about not matching.

That would mean Dahlin $10M, Power at least $8M, Miller $7M, Samuelsson $4.5M.

That's roughly $30M in the top 4.

Buffalo can afford that, as long as they cycle through low cost vets and defensemen on ELC's for their bottom 3 to 4 roster spots.
- kingcong39

Cap is projected to go up significantly in 2 years no?

Be the year to do it with so many teams hurting Cap wise. Just can't see Adams doing it.
- Buff36

of course he won't do it, its better than discussing the goalie situation again.

Cap is projected to go up significantly in 2 years no?
- washedup20

Yes.

How much would the Rangers be looking for to be interested enough to trade Miller.

A first round pick, plus...how much more?

Would nothing interest them?

If Buffalo offered Miller a 4 year deal worth $24M, would that squeeze the Rangers, or would it really take a 4 year deal at something like $30M ($7.5M per) to get the Rangers to feel anxious?

A 4 year deal would walk Miller right to UFA status.

For either of Bouchard or Miller, you might have to go to the next AAV tier, which is above $6.5M per, and would cost a 1st, 2nd and a 3rd, to get the Oilers or Rangers to seriously think about not matching.

That would mean Dahlin $10M, Power at least $8M, Miller $7M, Samuelsson $4.5M.

That's roughly $30M in the top 4.

Buffalo can afford that, as long as they cycle through low cost vets and defensemen on ELC's for their bottom 3 to 4 roster spots.
- kingcong39

The luxury of having so many young players.

of course he won't do it, its better than discussing the goalie situation again.
- washedup20

True

Haven't seen his name mentioned, and I have no idea what plans Winnipeg has for next season, but how about this guy as a trade target?

https://www.capfriendly.com/players/brenden-dillon


- kingcong39

You need to read more

I said Weegar like 2 days ago

https://sabrenoise.com/20...-trades-kevyn-adams-2023/
Few others could be added to that list

For either of Bouchard or Miller, you might have to go to the next AAV tier, which is above $6.5M per, and would cost a 1st, 2nd and a 3rd, to get the Oilers or Rangers to seriously think about not matching.

That would mean Dahlin $10M, Power at least $8M, Miller $7M, Samuelsson $4.5M.

That's roughly $30M in the top 4.

Buffalo can afford that, as long as they cycle through low cost vets and defensemen on ELC's for their bottom 3 to 4 roster spots.
- kingcong39

I'd send someone like Olofsson to Edmonton for Evan Bouchard. A deal they couldn't resist.

You need to read more

I said Weegar like 2 days ago
- Jet Jaguar BD

Wait why is it Weegar and Dillin who you talking about

Yes.

How much would the Rangers be looking for to be interested enough to trade Miller.

A first round pick, plus...how much more?

Would nothing interest them?

If Buffalo offered Miller a 4 year deal worth $24M, would that squeeze the Rangers, or would it really take a 4 year deal at something like $30M ($7.5M per) to get the Rangers to feel anxious?

A 4 year deal would walk Miller right to UFA status.
- kingcong39

I hate offersheets. I mean I love them but I hate talking about them, but Kotkaniemi gives me hope.

Offer Miller the 6.4M contract for one year, extend him 4.8x7, costs a 2024 1st and 3rd. I think he's worth a bit more to the Rangers than a playoff (!!) 1st and 3rd.

Should start heating up soon, a little over a week away.

Yes.

How much would the Rangers be looking for to be interested enough to trade Miller.

A first round pick, plus...how much more?

Would nothing interest them?

If Buffalo offered Miller a 4 year deal worth $24M, would that squeeze the Rangers, or would it really take a 4 year deal at something like $30M ($7.5M per) to get the Rangers to feel anxious?

A 4 year deal would walk Miller right to UFA status.
- kingcong39

Submitting the OS and having Miller sign would be a huge turning point for the organization. It would show that management has conviction and will do what it takes to improve the team and support the core (Miller would be a core piece once in Buffalo)

Trades are hard for Adams, maybe offer sheets are more his lane.

4 years of Miller is better than most moves that could be made this offseason. Winning during that time window makes extensions easier for all involved, this move pushes the % chance of winning up IMO.

I hate offersheets. I mean I love them but I hate talking about them, but Kotkaniemi gives me hope.

Offer Miller the 6.4M contract for one year, extend him 4.8x7, costs a 2024 1st and 3rd. I think he's worth a bit more to the Rangers than a playoff (!!) 1st and 3rd.
- TheSabresTaco

Good idea on extension

Andrew: What is the Sabres’ plan in net?

LL: I expect it to be Devon Levi and Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen. Adams will inquire about goalies on the trade market and possibly check the price tag for someone such as Frederik Andersen, but there doesn’t seem to be an option that fits with the Sabres’ short- and long-term plan. Carrying two goalies on cheap contracts ensures that there’s cap flexibility. However, there’s also risk in betting on two unproven options.

https://buffalonews.com/s...ee-aa22-330008003d84.html

Andrew: What is the Sabres’ plan in net?

LL: I expect it to be Devon Levi and Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen. Adams will inquire about goalies on the trade market and possibly check the price tag for someone such as Frederik Andersen, but there doesn’t seem to be an option that fits with the Sabres’ short- and long-term plan. Carrying two goalies on cheap contracts ensures that there’s cap flexibility. However, there’s also risk in betting on two unproven options.

https://buffalonews.com/s...ee-aa22-330008003d84.html


- Hank Balling

Kevyn Adams this summer:

Andrew: What is the Sabres’ plan in net?

LL: I expect it to be Devon Levi and Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen. Adams will inquire about goalies on the trade market and possibly check the price tag for someone such as Frederik Andersen, but there doesn’t seem to be an option that fits with the Sabres’ short- and long-term plan. Carrying two goalies on cheap contracts ensures that there’s cap flexibility. However, there’s also risk in betting on two unproven options.

https://buffalonews.com/s...ee-aa22-330008003d84.html


- Hank Balling

😁😆😆 Did you get a chance to read the article on Power

😁😆😆 Did you get a chance to read the article on Power
- Buff36

About what he'll get paid?

About what he'll get paid?
- Hank Balling

I haven't read it yet, came out this morning. Supposed to be about his Contract.

For either of Bouchard or Miller, you might have to go to the next AAV tier, which is above $6.5M per, and would cost a 1st, 2nd and a 3rd, to get the Oilers or Rangers to seriously think about not matching.

That would mean Dahlin $10M, Power at least $8M, Miller $7M, Samuelsson $4.5M.

That's roughly $30M in the top 4.

Buffalo can afford that, as long as they cycle through low cost vets and defensemen on ELC's for their bottom 3 to 4 roster spots.
- kingcong39

Miller, 5x$6.5m

Andrew: What is the Sabres’ plan in net?

LL: I expect it to be Devon Levi and Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen. Adams will inquire about goalies on the trade market and possibly check the price tag for someone such as Frederik Andersen, but there doesn’t seem to be an option that fits with the Sabres’ short- and long-term plan. Carrying two goalies on cheap contracts ensures that there’s cap flexibility. However, there’s also risk in betting on two unproven options.

https://buffalonews.com/s...ee-aa22-330008003d84.html


- Hank Balling

I'll eat a shoe if they roll with those two. It's not happening.

UPL will be gone

Andrew: What is the Sabres’ plan in net?

LL: I expect it to be Devon Levi and Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen. Adams will inquire about goalies on the trade market and possibly check the price tag for someone such as Frederik Andersen, but there doesn’t seem to be an option that fits with the Sabres’ short- and long-term plan. Carrying two goalies on cheap contracts ensures that there’s cap flexibility. However, there’s also risk in betting on two unproven options.

https://buffalonews.com/s...ee-aa22-330008003d84.html


- Hank Balling

Me watching sbroads chewing on some Pumas:

Me watching sbroads chewing on some Pumas:


- QuinnFan

Me watching the chewing and thinking about that tandem

I'll eat a shoe if they roll with those two. It's not happening.

UPL will be gone
- sbroads24

I think you're going to want to get a genuine leather shoe and boil it for a few hours to soften it. Cut the laces so you don't have eat them like spaghetti

I think you're going to want to get a genuine leather shoe and boil it for a few hours to soften it. Cut the laces so you don't have eat them like spaghetti
- Hank Balling

he won't have to.

If Kev was happy with his goalies he wouldn't be scanning the goalie market.