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Post by SeaBass on Sept 29, 2020 12:27:11 GMT -5
Madmarx 237 Kjc2 122 Seabass 112 Nfld77 104 Offwego 92 Orym 89 Fforr 85 Kjo8 79 Rascal Houdi 52 Losing my mind 40 Well done. I think if Tampa won it in OT in game 5 Point would have been the MVP....dang.
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Post by madmarx on Sept 29, 2020 12:51:53 GMT -5
Madmarx 237 Kjc2 122 Seabass 112 Nfld77 104 Offwego 92 Orym 89 Fforr 85 Kjo8 79 Rascal Houdi 52 Losing my mind 40 Well done. I think if Tampa won it in OT in game 5 Point would have been the MVP....dang. The voting for the Conn Smyth was the closest ever between Point and Hedman..
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Post by madmarx on Sept 29, 2020 13:15:19 GMT -5
Madmarx 237 Kjc2 122 Seabass 112 Nfld77 104 Offwego 92 Orym 89 Fforr 85 Kjo8 79 Rascal Houdi 52 Losing my mind 40 🏆 Congrats ole wise one! Thanks for the time and effort on your part. Sorry I messed up your Points you actually finished fourth
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Post by kjc2 on Sept 29, 2020 18:31:16 GMT -5
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Post by kjc2 on Sept 29, 2020 18:33:52 GMT -5
Madmarx 237 Kjc2 122 Seabass 112 Fforr 105 Nfld77 104 Offwego 92 Orym 89 Kjo8 79 Rascal Houdi 52 Losing my mind 40 You killed it, looks like you nailed the team, the number of games and MVP
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Post by nfld77 on Sept 30, 2020 15:36:48 GMT -5
Madmarx 237 Kjc2 122 Seabass 112 Fforr 105 Nfld77 104 Offwego 92 Orym 89 Kjo8 79 Rascal Houdi 52 Losing my mind 40 You killed it, looks like you nailed the team, the number of games and MVP He did nail it, congrats..You and seasbass put in a good showing too..I was in the running for the boobie prize but blew it by picking TB..
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Post by orym on Sept 30, 2020 16:03:30 GMT -5
Madmarx 237 Kjc2 122 Seabass 112 Fforr 105 Nfld77 104 Offwego 92 Orym 89 Kjo8 79 Rascal Houdi 52 Losing my mind 40 Nice final round my friend! Thanks for putting this on this year.
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Post by madmarx on Sept 30, 2020 18:14:01 GMT -5
Thanks to you Guys and Shelly for playing along this year I needed something to get mind from what’s going on in this World. Stay Safe everyone Cheers 🍻
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Post by madmarx on Oct 1, 2020 17:42:35 GMT -5
The Bruins will not be deficient in top-end firepower next season.
The No. 1 line of Brad Marchand, Patrice Bergeron and David Pastrnak should remain as dangerous as any threesome in the league. Charlie McAvoy, already established as the Bruins’ No. 1 defenseman at just 22 years old, will continue to express his all-around game. Tuukka Rask and Jaroslav Halak, assuming the former does not go elsewhere, will be as airtight of a goaltending tandem as there is in the game.
Then there’s the rest.
Word is that Don Sweeney is poking his head through multiple windows to reinforce the perimeters of his roster. The general manager has several tools on hand to do so.
He has some breathing room under the $81.5 million cap. Further flexibility is pending after next season when the contracts of Rask ($7 million average annual value), Halak ($2.25 million) and David Krejci ($7.25 million) expire. Sweeney has the brainpower of Bruce Cassidy, the Jack Adams Award winner, on call to maximize current player performance and attract any outsiders interested in maximizing their capabilities. Bergeron and Zdeno Chara, provided the latter is re-signed, have bulletproof reputations around the league as highly respected leaders.
The trouble is that Sweeney does not have much trade collateral to offer in return.
“There just isn’t,” said one source familiar with Sweeney’s thinking. “You’re seeing the cost of the 2015 draft more this year. They just don’t have enough young productive players.”
We all know about 2015. It was the year the Bruins could have landed Thomas Chabot, Mat Barzal and Kyle Connor with picks 13 through 15.
You cannot fault the Bruins for whiffing in 2015, then claim they got lucky when Pastrnak dropped to No. 25 the year before and McAvoy slid to No. 14 the following draft. Peaks and valleys are part of projecting teenagers.
The thing about 2015, however, is the cluster of opportunities the Bruins had following the pre-draft dispersals of Milan Lucic and Dougie Hamilton. The industry standard, of course, is one selection in the first round and another in the second. Not many first-year GMs get six kicks at the can in the opening two rounds.
Five years later, the picks turned into a possible third-pairing defenseman (Jakub Zboril), an inconsistent left wing (DeBrusk), a possible fourth-line right wing (Zach Senyshyn), a defensive defenseman (Brandon Carlo), a middle-of-the-lineup forward in Sweden (Jakob Forsbacka Karlsson) and a bottom-pair defenseman (Jeremy Lauzon).
In other words: Not good enough.
This is part of the reason Sweeney is in a bind. Are DeBrusk and Carlo, the only sure NHL things among the six, worth building around for years to come? Or will they serve the Bruins better on the market?
To the latter part, the Bruins are listening on DeBrusk and Carlo, partly because they don’t have many other legitimate young NHL players as trade collateral. Carlo’s identity as a robust shutdown defenseman appears firm. DeBrusk’s status as a No. 2 left wing may not be as steady.
“He’s a really good third-line left wing on a good team,” one evaluator said of the 23-year-old DeBrusk. “He disappeared in the playoffs. He’d take the puck wide and the play died.”
DeBrusk becomes a restricted free agent on Oct. 9. The left wing did not do himself any favors with his postseason play (three goals and zero assists in 10 games). Previous comparables such as Travis Konecny (six years, $33 million) and Brock Boeser (three years, $17.625 million) may not align as neatly now in the wake of the pandemic and the flat cap.
But DeBrusk may not be eager to exercise patience. Because he signed as an 18-year-old, DeBrusk’s contract slid. DeBrusk turned the trick of accumulating four pro seasons on his three-year entry-level deal.
“They can’t piss him off,” said one agent. “He’s the next wave with Pastrnak and McAvoy.”
Had the Bruins shot a little truer in 2015, they would have firmed up their long-term roster and stockpiled trade bait if necessary. Instead, Zboril and Senyshyn have muted value because of their NHL uncertainty. Forsbacka Karlsson’s trade interest is minimal. Lauzon might be considered, more for his cost certainty (two years, $1.7 million) than his ceiling.
“They’re running up against it,” said one source.
Oliver Ekman-Larsson inquiry
Sweeney has inquired with Arizona GM Bill Armstrong regarding the availability of Oliver Ekman-Larsson, according to one source. Ekman-Larsson would replace Torey Krug on the left side.
The hangup may be the Coyotes’ ask.
For starters, the source indicated Arizona’s desire for a first-round pick. The Bruins traded their first-rounder in next week’s draft to Anaheim in the Ondrej Kase deal. The Coyotes would also likely ask for either DeBrusk or Carlo.
In 69 games, the left-shot Ekman-Larsson scored nine goals and 21 assists while averaging 23:01 of ice time per game, including 2:40 on the power play and 2:04 on the penalty kill. Ekman-Larsson is 29, the same age as Krug.
The Coyotes are listening on the 6-foot-2, 200-pound Ekman-Larsson partly because of their cap issues. The Arizona captain is entering the second season of an eight-year, $66 million contract. He has no-move protection.
At his age, Ekman-Larsson is showing some warning signs. His average ice time has decreased annually since 2015-16, which may indicate a undesirable slope.
Listening on Rask?
According to colleague Craig Custance, some teams believe Sweeney would listen on Rask offers. GMs seeking netminding upgrades would do well to inquire.
The 33-year-old Rask submitted his most consistent start-to-finish regular season since 2013-14, when he won the Vezina Trophy. Rask’s run, of course, went sideways after he bolted from the Toronto bubble the morning of Game 3 against Carolina.
If Rask’s head is clear, there is no data to suggest a dropoff in the last season of his contract. That part is why Sweeney might hesitate to trade Rask.
On one hand, the Bruins do not want to experience a Rask absence for a third time. On the other hand, even if he burned the Bruins at the worst possible time, the ace would still be their best goaltending solution in partnership with Halak.
The 35-year-old Halak is not primed to replace Rask as the 1A. Dan Vladar is not ready to be an NHL backup. If Sweeney traded Rask, he would then have to acquire or sign another starter.
The Bruins are unlikely to have enough resources to outbid suitors for Matt Murray, the top prize on the trade market. Perhaps they could bring back Anton Khudobin for a third tour. But the 34-year-old’s value has peaked after his postseason march with Dallas. Braden Holtby is 31 and likely in decline. Corey Crawford, 35, has assuredly played his best hockey.
Waiting game for Chara
Chara expressed his desire for clarity, sooner rather than later, on returning to Boston next year. So far, he has not gotten his wish.
With priorities such as trades, the draft, re-signing restricted free agents and the opening of free agency, Sweeney has not progressed to Chara. In fact, free agency may open on Oct. 9 without a deal in place, which would free Chara to test the market. Whether Chara would do so remains to be seen.
The most likely outcome would be similar to how San Jose has proceeded with Joe Thornton. For each of the last three seasons, Thornton has officially hit the market. But the ex-Bruin re-upped with the Sharks for one year each time. Chara’s preference is to stay with the Bruins.
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Post by kjc2 on Oct 2, 2020 10:17:40 GMT -5
Sweeney will have to get creative because our roster is going to be full of holes very soon and I’m not seeing any quality reinforcements on their way.
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Post by nfld77 on Oct 5, 2020 16:16:13 GMT -5
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Post by nfld77 on Oct 5, 2020 16:20:05 GMT -5
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Post by nfld77 on Oct 6, 2020 11:02:30 GMT -5
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Post by nfld77 on Oct 6, 2020 11:44:28 GMT -5
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Post by SeaBass on Oct 6, 2020 12:01:06 GMT -5
Everyone keeps coming back to the Krug PP argument
The last 2 years on 5v4 PP
37+88 w/ 47 67 scoring chances /60 10.8 goals /60 2.0 goals allowed /60
37+88 w/o 47 65 scoring chances /60 12.0 goals /60 0.0 goals allowed /60
How much weight should it carry in a huge contract?
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Post by SeaBass on Oct 6, 2020 12:04:12 GMT -5
Don't do it Donny....unless they are paying a lot of his contract.
Apparently the Bruins have until Friday to make a trade for Oliver Ekman-Larsson.
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Post by fforr on Oct 6, 2020 12:30:15 GMT -5
Don't do it Donny....unless they are paying a lot of his contract. Apparently the Bruins have until Friday to make a trade for Oliver Ekman-Larsson. Looks like he’s trying to force their hand on this otherwise stays there the whole season. That would be awkward but works in our favor some. Wonder how big a difference in taxes it is.
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Post by blkngld on Oct 6, 2020 15:06:12 GMT -5
Don't do it Donny....unless they are paying a lot of his contract. Apparently the Bruins have until Friday to make a trade for Oliver Ekman-Larsson. Looks like he’s trying to force their hand on this otherwise stays there the whole season. That would be awkward but works in our favor some. Wonder how big a difference in taxes it is. Hopefully that's not the comparison lol I mean seriously.. Taxachussets! does anything more really have to be said? probably the only states with higher taxes are NY an Cali
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Post by nfld77 on Oct 6, 2020 16:25:50 GMT -5
Don't do it Donny....unless they are paying a lot of his contract. Apparently the Bruins have until Friday to make a trade for Oliver Ekman-Larsson. 100% with Seabass, Over 8 a season for 7 years??? Donny, you'll eventually have McAvoy and Carlo's contract renewal and you know they'll be asking big money IF Larsson ends up here..Get the big kid out of Colorado..Much cheaper..
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Post by fforr on Oct 6, 2020 16:48:10 GMT -5
Looks like he’s trying to force their hand on this otherwise stays there the whole season. That would be awkward but works in our favor some. Wonder how big a difference in taxes it is. Hopefully that's not the comparison lol I mean seriously.. Taxachussets! does anything more really have to be said? probably the only states with higher taxes are NY an Cali Apologies somewhat misleading on my part. Was comparing to Vancouver if he chose them. Not familiar with taxes in the great white north.
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Post by bruinsnorth on Oct 7, 2020 14:32:06 GMT -5
Hopefully that's not the comparison lol I mean seriously.. Taxachussets! does anything more really have to be said? probably the only states with higher taxes are NY an Cali Apologies somewhat misleading on my part. Was comparing to Vancouver if he chose them. Not familiar with taxes in the great white north. Not sure what Mass taxes are like but I'm betting they are probably not even close to what we have in Canada. I would say that my income is taxed at about 35% (federal/provincial taxes combined). You can get some of that back on your income tax return if you have expenses to claim or if you buy some RRSPs to offset your income throughout the year. In Ontario we also have 13% sales tax on just about everything you buy. Some necesities of life purchases are exempt of this tax. Of course you then have your Municipal property taxes just so the city/town you live in doesn't get left out. LOL. These obviously vary by community. So yeah there is alot of tax up here. I guess the biggest benefit of all that tax is we do have Universal Health Care. The system is not without its warts but it's nice to know that in the case of a medical emergency I wont have to mortgage my house to get treated. When I hear the pundits on TV talk about US Healthcare It just baffles me at how complicated the system there seems to be. Do Feds/states provide any healthcare or do you pretty much have to purchase your own Health Insurance?
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Post by fforr on Oct 7, 2020 15:10:54 GMT -5
Apologies somewhat misleading on my part. Was comparing to Vancouver if he chose them. Not familiar with taxes in the great white north. Not sure what Mass taxes are like but I'm betting they are probably not even close to what we have in Canada. I would say that my income is taxed at about 35% (federal/provincial taxes combined). You can get some of that back on your income tax return if you have expenses to claim or if you buy some RRSPs to offset your income throughout the year. In Ontario we also have 13% sales tax on just about everything you buy. Some necesities of life purchases are exempt of this tax. Of course you then have your Municipal property taxes just so the city/town you live in doesn't get left out. LOL. These obviously vary by community. So yeah there is alot of tax up here. I guess the biggest benefit of all that tax is we do have Universal Health Care. The system is not without its warts but it's nice to know that in the case of a medical emergency I wont have to mortgage my house to get treated. When I hear the pundits on TV talk about US Healthcare It just baffles me at how complicated the system there seems to be. Do Feds/states provide any healthcare or do you pretty much have to purchase your own Health Insurance? Income taxes are a bit less than that maybe around 30% or so, also have unemployment, social security, state taxes on that. Sales tax is half that of yours. A good accountant can find some ways to save you some. Health care is complicated. It used to be something that was provided for by your employer. Basically no cost to you and you could pick whoever doctor you wanted. It was great. Little by little companies offered less and less and you paid more and more each pay check. It’s a big issue in the upcoming election. Think businesses with 50 or more employees have to provide the option, lot’s of them stay short of that number. In that case you purchase your own. At age 65 you are eligible for government run health care.
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Post by bruinsnorth on Oct 7, 2020 15:32:50 GMT -5
Alot of companies here will provide medical benefits that cover the bulk of health expense like dental/massage/physio and maybe some disability insurance. And in some cases for mat leaves a company might top up your government employment insurance to get you back closer to your annual income while you are off.
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Post by nfld77 on Oct 7, 2020 16:29:55 GMT -5
Bruins pick in the 2nd round Lohrei was also an invitee at the Vegas Golden Knights’ development camp in the summer of 2019. SO, does that mean that Vegas had a chance to sign this kid and DID NOT..
Dammit, I'm so confused...
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Post by kjc2 on Oct 7, 2020 17:17:19 GMT -5
Bruins pick in the 2nd round Lohrei was also an invitee at the Vegas Golden Knights’ development camp in the summer of 2019. SO, does that mean that Vegas had a chance to sign this kid and DID NOT.. Dammit, I'm so confused... That’s exactly what it means, if they liked him they could have offered him a deal.
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Post by nfld77 on Oct 7, 2020 17:37:16 GMT -5
Bruins pick in the 2nd round Lohrei was also an invitee at the Vegas Golden Knights’ development camp in the summer of 2019. SO, does that mean that Vegas had a chance to sign this kid and DID NOT.. Dammit, I'm so confused... That’s exactly what it means, if they liked him they could have offered him a deal. Makes no common sense to me..He's ranked something like 130th skater and that's only including N America...WHY would they waste their top pick when they could of just signed him OR at least had a look at him last yr..OR used a later pick, not like he was highly touted..
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Post by bruinsnorth on Oct 7, 2020 19:35:33 GMT -5
I get the feeling that the Bs are going to be in for a long dry spell once the core hangs them up or become ineffective. Not alot to show from these drafts on paper anyways.
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Post by bruinsnorth on Oct 7, 2020 19:39:54 GMT -5
It just hit me that Sweeney has a handshake deal with the Coyotes for OEL. They get all of our draft picks from 2020 ala the Herschel Walker trade all those years ago. Boy he really showed them.
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Post by kjc2 on Oct 7, 2020 20:47:40 GMT -5
That’s exactly what it means, if they liked him they could have offered him a deal. Makes no common sense to me..He's ranked something like 130th skater and that's only including N America...WHY would they waste their top pick when they could of just signed him OR at least had a look at him last yr..OR used a later pick, not like he was highly touted.. It’s the same for our next pick as well, maybe not invited to a training camp but he is 19 and was eligible was last years draft.
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Post by fforr on Oct 8, 2020 9:42:00 GMT -5
Makes no common sense to me..He's ranked something like 130th skater and that's only including N America...WHY would they waste their top pick when they could of just signed him OR at least had a look at him last yr..OR used a later pick, not like he was highly touted.. It’s the same for our next pick as well, maybe not invited to a training camp but he is 19 and was eligible was last years draft. Actually like the Kuntar pick. Some size, high compete level and cannon of a shot at a position of need. Maybe he’s not available at 151 if they don’t take Lohrei at 58?
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