Pens lost Jordan Staal tonight, anyone claiming they had some incredible evening is clearly is delusional.
- PLindbergh31

They had no choice. On a deal they were basically forced to make, they got a cheaper but still useful 3rd line center and two pretty good defense prospects to boot, then cleared out even more cap space with the Michalek move.

That's some real good work, IMO. Yes, they lose Staal and that hurts but team can now really go all out for Parise if they so desire.

they don't have a 2nd round pick till 2014 (the year they host the draft)
- ob18

D'oh!

Frank Seravalli ‏@DNFlyers

When asked if a player in the system could be Flyers' backup, Paul Holmgren responds and says: "Michael Leighton is in our system." Well, OK
- hammarby31

I just see Homer going back to his room and giggling maniacally after punking these guys.

After all of the build up today was pretty anti-climatic. I dont believe the Flyers PR for one second though about Homers comments "somethings cooking". He's so secretive you know that he was trying to keep it hush hush and the press off his back. I really do believe it is Weber he's trying to get.
- Flyers1218

I'm pretty sure Poile knows right now whether he can sign Weber long-term or not right now.

D'oh!
- DrMidnite

Wait, they have Columbus' second round pick this year. That's still something.

Sam Carchidi‏@BroadStBull

Some draftniks feel Laughton would have been available in second round when #Flyers pick at No. 45 overall.

Frank Seravalli‏@DNFlyers

Penguins cleared $8M off the salary cap tonight with Staal and Z. Michalek gone.
- stveshdy

Some draftniks were wrong about every pick from 4-12.

They had no choice. On a deal they were basically forced to make, they got a cheaper but still useful 3rd line center and two pretty good defense prospects to boot, then cleared out even more cap space with the Michalek move.

That's some real good work, IMO. Yes, they lose Staal and that hurts but team can now really go all out for Parise if they so desire.
- bmeltzer

Bill, you have to believe Parise is going to get max money in the first couple of years in his new contract similiar to Brad Richards correct?

Bill, you have to believe Parise is going to get max money in the first couple of years in his new contract similiar to Brad Richards correct?
- ravishingone

Hockey Buzz Eklund ‏@Eklund

If the Pens somehow get Nash all they need to do is trade for Steven Stills…. #bringbackwarrenyoung (i’ll be here all week)


oy vey

Bill, you have to believe Parise is going to get max money in the first couple of years in his new contract similiar to Brad Richards correct?
- ravishingone

Yes, in all likelihood. Pens are in a real strong position to do it now.

Yes, in all likelihood. Pens are in a real strong position to do it now.
- bmeltzer

You think Dansk makes it to the Flyers in the second round. What other possiblities do you think?

Jvr, 2nd and bourdon for ryan
Schenn voracek two firsts for weber
Sign biron to caddy for bryz and we're all set.

Yes, in all likelihood. Pens are in a real strong position to do it now.
- bmeltzer

Just don't see Parise going to an Atlantic division team. And Nash? Who do they trade for him off their current roster? Neal, Dupuis?? They'd have to trade Depres or one of the new guys they got right?

Jvr, 2nd and bourdon for ryan
Schenn voracek two firsts for weber
Sign biron to caddy for bryz and we're all set.
- twotoekenn

Huh what? How are we filling the voids left by all those players? Ryan alone does not do it for those departed forwards.

I know a lot of people are wondering what the hell with this pick?

It means one thing kiss schenner goodbye.

in 2/3 years when Danny retires/gone here are your centers
1-G
2-Couts
3-L (this pick)

As much as we all want

G-Schenn-Couts that a lot of talent to put on a third line center.

i get the feeling that the next 2 1st rounders arent going to be available....

Homers going to make a mega deal folks.....book it. Lets face it flyers cant develop D-Men worth poop but the sure know how to pluck them from other teams.....

waited all this time for the recap thev flyers pick and not a single word.......FU nhl network

waited all this time for the recap thev flyers pick and not a single word.......FU nhl network
- KINGKENZO

LOL me 2 did they even interview the kid?

LOL me 2 did they even interview the kid?
- Philly1980

i didnt see one

Yes, in all likelihood. Pens are in a real strong position to do it now.
- bmeltzer

25-30 mill on three players if they do.....sounds good but it doesnt leave much for anything else.

i didnt see one
- KINGKENZO

they are (frank)ing scumbags....

25-30 mill on three players if they do.....sounds good but it doesnt leave much for anything else.
- Philly1980

well they are shopping Paul Martin

I know a lot of people are wondering what the hell with this pick?

It means one thing kiss schenner goodbye.

in 2/3 years when Danny retires/gone here are your centers
1-G
2-Couts
3-L (this pick)

As much as we all want

G-Schenn-Couts that a lot of talent to put on a third line center.

i get the feeling that the next 2 1st rounders arent going to be available....

Homers going to make a mega deal folks.....book it. Lets face it flyers cant develop D-Men worth poop but the sure know how to pluck them from other teams.....
- Philly1980

At the start of last year, Schenn was considered to be the best player not playing in the NHL. I don't think he has done anything to diminish his perceived ceiling, if he is now a trading chip, there might not be as many draft picks going back in a deal.

Jvr, 2nd and bourdon for ryan
Schenn voracek two firsts for weber
Sign biron to caddy for bryz and we're all set.
- twotoekenn

At the start of last year, Schenn was considered to be the best player not playing in the NHL. I don't think he has done anything to diminish his perceived ceiling, if he is now a trading chip, there might not be as many draft picks going back in a deal.
- ravishingone

Im guessing if its for weber than there are...if its for yandle then no.

How are we feeling about our brand new pick up?

How are we feeling about our brand new pick up?
- Schenn2shine

I like it i think this kid is going to be a fan favorite....not the highest offensive ceiling but a good hard working kid thats going to have an impact.