Jeremy Laura: Did Yzerman miss out on a chance to sign Edmundson?

I don't like the concept of trading for a player's rights. I know all teams do it now. Habs have extra picks to burn. But still I'd rather draft an actual player and hope I can find the next Datsyuk or Zetterberg in the later rounds. Even though I know the chances are very slim. I want as many kicks at the can as possible.

Edmundson hasn't signed yet. He might sign in Montreal or not. I won't lose any sleep over it if he does. Yzerman has plenty of options. He doesn't need to rush into anything. We're not competing for a Cup for the next few years at least. I'm looking forward to seeing who else becomes available in this Wild West off season we're about to encounter.

I don't like the concept of trading for a player's rights. I know all teams do it now. Habs have extra picks to burn. But still I'd rather draft an actual player and hope I can find the next Datsyuk or Zetterberg in the later rounds. Even though I know the chances are very slim. I want as many kicks at the can as possible.

Edmundson hasn't signed yet. He might sign in Montreal or not. I won't lose any sleep over it if he does. Yzerman has plenty of options. He doesn't need to rush into anything. We're not competing for a Cup for the next few years at least. I'm looking forward to seeing who else becomes available in this Wild West off season we're about to encounter.
- gergeswillems

No doubt, we need to draft really well. I do think it will be a wide open market. Players who waited for UFA as opposed to signing early are going to be disappointed...

Edmundson hasn't signed yet. He might sign in Montreal or not. I won't lose any sleep over it if he does. Yzerman has plenty of options. He doesn't need to rush into anything. We're not competing for a Cup for the next few years at least. I'm looking forward to seeing who else becomes available in this Wild West off season we're about to see.

I concur!

As for Veleno, I don't think he is going anywhere unless the player coming our way in a deal is the "best" player in the deal. NY Rangers needs a 2C, I think they go else where, maybe bring Stephan back, I am sure the Yotes will entertain many offers. I floated a trade on the NYR blog: Trade #1 to LA for #2 and Alex Turcotte . NY would draft Byfield or even Stutsle and have 2 centers in the waiting. Of coarse another wrinkle to this trade would be for NYR to include B Smith and a pending RFA as a sweetener, either LeMueix or Georgiev. Turcotte is progressing very well and may not be ready for #2 yet....but he is projected to be at least a #2. I would like Stevie to have NYR's "problem". Wow!

I concur!

As for Veleno, I don't think he is going anywhere unless the player coming our way in a deal is the "best" player in the deal. NY Rangers needs a 2C, I think they go else where, maybe bring Stephan back, I am sure the Yotes will entertain many offers. I floated a trade on the NYR blog: Trade #1 to LA for #2 and Alex Turcotte . NY would draft Byfield or even Stutsle and have 2 centers in the waiting. Of coarse another wrinkle to this trade would be for NYR to include B Smith and a pending RFA as a sweetener, either LeMueix or Georgiev. Turcotte is progressing very well and may not be ready for #2 yet....but he is projected to be at least a #2. I would like Stevie to have NYR's "problem". Wow!
- HenryHockey

I still have Brendan Smith nightmares from the 2013 playoffs. Jimmy Howard already took enough years off my life.

I agree on not trading for the players rights. I still have plenty of faith that Stevie Y will come up with equal or better move.

I still have Brendan Smith nightmares from the 2013 playoffs. Jimmy Howard already took enough years off my life.
- gergeswillems

I still chuckle when I think how he grabbed the puck while on the bench and tossed it past an incredulous Suban over the blue line!!! It was NOT funny then!

No. He sucks.

I concur!

As for Veleno, I don't think he is going anywhere unless the player coming our way in a deal is the "best" player in the deal. NY Rangers needs a 2C, I think they go else where, maybe bring Stephan back, I am sure the Yotes will entertain many offers. I floated a trade on the NYR blog: Trade #1 to LA for #2 and Alex Turcotte . NY would draft Byfield or even Stutsle and have 2 centers in the waiting. Of coarse another wrinkle to this trade would be for NYR to include B Smith and a pending RFA as a sweetener, either LeMueix or Georgiev. Turcotte is progressing very well and may not be ready for #2 yet....but he is projected to be at least a #2. I would like Stevie to have NYR's "problem". Wow!
- HenryHockey

Well done H2!

I still have Brendan Smith nightmares from the 2013 playoffs. Jimmy Howard already took enough years off my life.
- gergeswillems

Was your response a bit like Wesley in “the princess bride?” Hapless weeping in a pit of despair? I’ve been there!

I agree on not trading for the players rights. I still have plenty of faith that Stevie Y will come up with equal or better move.
- Tee56

I can appreciate that. Trading for an RFA would be good, but a UFA is a bit of a gamble

I still chuckle when I think how he grabbed the puck while on the bench and tossed it past an incredulous Suban over the blue line!!! It was NOT funny then!

- HenryHockey

I totally forgot about that!

No. He sucks.
- Feds91Stammer

Ok, but next time use your feeling words. “I feel like he sucks and it hurts my feelings”.

He may, to your point, be someone that gets a higher than value offer

Ok, but next time use your feeling words. “I feel like he sucks and it hurts my feelings”.

He may, to your point, be someone that gets a higher than value offer
- Jeremy Laura

Smith would be a good player, he has the skill and the physicality, but it's a shame his brother received all the brains. Him trying to fight Chara was a real laffer!!!!

Smith would be a good player, he has the skill and the physicality, but it's a shame his brother received all the brains. Him trying to fight Chara was a real laffer!!!!

- HenryHockey

Brendan Smith had all the tools and no tool box.

Was your response a bit like Wesley in “the princess bride?” Hapless weeping in a pit of despair? I’ve been there!
- Jeremy Laura

More like Wesley Snipes in the movie "Blade."

"Some mother(frank)ers are always trying to ice-skate uphill."

More like Wesley Snipes in the movie "Blade."

"Some mother(frank)ers are always trying to ice-skate uphill."
- gergeswillems

Well done sir!

I concur!

As for Veleno, I don't think he is going anywhere unless the player coming our way in a deal is the "best" player in the deal. NY Rangers needs a 2C, I think they go else where, maybe bring Stephan back, I am sure the Yotes will entertain many offers. I floated a trade on the NYR blog: Trade #1 to LA for #2 and Alex Turcotte . NY would draft Byfield or even Stutsle and have 2 centers in the waiting. Of coarse another wrinkle to this trade would be for NYR to include B Smith and a pending RFA as a sweetener, either LeMueix or Georgiev. Turcotte is progressing very well and may not be ready for #2 yet....but he is projected to be at least a #2. I would like Stevie to have NYR's "problem". Wow!
- HenryHockey

Can somebody please buy this gentleman a dictionary? Between 3 botched names and using a word that typically describes the granular characteristic of a sand trap rather than where you may find one... I had trouble taking this seriously. The thought was there, but I truly loathe lazy writing. A punishment in our hockey draft one year was for last place to spell all last names and drink when he was wrong. Henry... you’d be the mascot for Vlasic! Absolutely pickled. After all of this, interesting thoughts. Just frustrating to read.

Can somebody please buy this gentleman a dictionary? Between 3 botched names and using a word that typically describes the granular characteristic of a sand trap rather than where you may find one... I had trouble taking this seriously. The thought was there, but I truly loathe lazy writing. A punishment in our hockey draft one year was for last place to spell all last names and drink when he was wrong. Henry... you’d be the mascot for Vlasic! Absolutely pickled. After all of this, interesting thoughts. Just frustrating to read.
- Burnt_juice

The Lord does not look at the things people look at. People look at the outward appearance (and correct spelling), but the Lord looks at the heart.””
‭‭1 Samuel‬ ‭16:7‬ ‭Hockey Version

It’s all good, smile on your brother

More like Wesley Snipes in the movie "Blade."

"Some mother(frank)ers are always trying to ice-skate uphill."
- gergeswillems

Quick side note, are you feeling good about Zadina’s overseas play? I think you’ve been a good advocate for him. I love the player for sure

Quick side note, are you feeling good about Zadina’s overseas play? I think you’ve been a good advocate for him. I love the player for sure
- Jeremy Laura

Even though I'll always be bitter about Holland drafting Zadina over Quinn Hughes (the guy I wanted the Wings to take months before the draft) I'm still hopeful Zadina can be a 30 goal scorer. I believe he has the right attitude and is ready to take another step forward next season. I just hope he can stay healthy.

If Montreal can get Edmundson to sign in the next month, a 5th will be well worth it!

Even though I'll always be bitter about Holland drafting Zadina over Quinn Hughes (the guy I wanted the Wings to take months before the draft) I'm still hopeful Zadina can be a 30 goal scorer. I believe he has the right attitude and is ready to take another step forward next season. I just hope he can stay healthy.
- gergeswillems

I too, had wanted Holland to draft Quinn Hughs. But at the time I ended up being convinced by many that DRW was very fortunate to have Zadina fall to them. Now I am not so sure. Don't get me wrong, I am not down on Zadina, but.....Quinn Hughs is someone that is awesomely spectacular!

Jeremy Laura: Did Yzerman miss out on a chance to sign Edmundson?
- Jeremy Laura

This is rediculas. Whoever buys his rights only owns the right to make an offer for the next 3 weeks. He can simply say no, and go elsewhere. If you ask me, Mtl has made 2 idiotic trades the past week or 2

I concur!

As for Veleno, I don't think he is going anywhere unless the player coming our way in a deal is the "best" player in the deal. NY Rangers needs a 2C, I think they go else where, maybe bring Stephan back, I am sure the Yotes will entertain many offers. I floated a trade on the NYR blog: Trade #1 to LA for #2 and Alex Turcotte . NY would draft Byfield or even Stutsle and have 2 centers in the waiting. Of coarse another wrinkle to this trade would be for NYR to include B Smith and a pending RFA as a sweetener, either LeMueix or Georgiev. Turcotte is progressing very well and may not be ready for #2 yet....but he is projected to be at least a #2. I would like Stevie to have NYR's "problem". Wow!
- HenryHockey