Friedman: “I wouldn’t be surprised if [Evander]Kane was a guy on [Pens] radar.”

[Shaffer]

“He made a couple of small moves this week. But I do think we’re getting to the point sooner rather than later when Jim Rutherford goes out and says, ‘Alright, this is what we’re doing to win our third consecutive Stanley Cup.’ And I wouldn’t be surprised if Kane was a guy on their radar.”

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[Yatzhee]

Sprong and a 1st. That's what it'll take.

 

[Empoleon8771]

Sprong and a 1st. That's what it'll take.

When was the last time a team traded their top prospect for a rental?

More realistically, it will probably be around something like Cole, a middle of the road prospect and a 1st. It's not bad value at all, I think Kane for Cole, Bjorkqvist and a 1st is perfectly fair value.

 

[CuriousGeorge]

"I wouldn't be surprised..." meaning another baseless rumour that we should discuss on?

 

[lifelonghockeyfan]

When was the last time a team traded their top prospect for a rental?

More realistically, it will probably be around something like Cole, a middle of the road prospect and a 1st. It's not bad value at all, I think Kane for Cole, Bjorkqvist and a 1st is perfectly fair value.

Out of the playoffs Sabres have no interest in an expiring contract Cole. Cole could still come in handy with Pens or any contender in a long playoff run. Gustaffsson and a first might be good too.

 

[Empoleon8771]

Out of the playoffs Sabres have no interest in an expiring contract Cole. Cole could still come in handy with Pens or any contender in a long playoff run. Gustaffsson and a first might be good too.

They'd probably want to re-sign him, since Buffalo is very weak on LD and Botterill was the assistant GM for Cole for the last 2 cup runs. It wouldn't just be as a rental, they'd probably want to retain him.

 

[BleedBlue14]

Out of the playoffs Sabres have no interest in an expiring contract Cole. Cole could still come in handy with Pens or any contender in a long playoff run. Gustaffsson and a first might be good too.

Gonna go ahead and guess that they wouldn't have trouble giving him a shot at renewing him if he does well though. It's not like Buff can't take the salary. Seems like Pitt has been trying to ship Cole for a month or so now though.

 

[Yatzhee]

They'd probably want to re-sign him, since Buffalo is very weak on LD and Botterill was the assistant GM for Cole for the last 2 cup runs. It wouldn't just be as a rental, they'd probably want to retain him.

Incorrect.
LD isn't the issue.
RD is.

 

[Yatzhee]

When was the last time a team traded their top prospect for a rental?

More realistically, it will probably be around something like Cole, a middle of the road prospect and a 1st. It's not bad value at all, I think Kane for Cole, Bjorkqvist and a 1st is perfectly fair value.

Won't happen.

 

[ImporterExporter]

Water is wet........

 

[Empoleon8771]

Incorrect.
LD isn't the issue.
RD is.

From looking at it from the outside, both sides on defense seem like problems for the Sabres

 

[Lunatik]

Sprong and a 1st. That's what it'll take.

You wish. Mor elike a 1st and 2nd or 1st and B prospect. Teams don't trade top prospects for rentals.

Water is wet........

Actually, it is not. Something needs to be in a solid state to become wet.

 

[Chainshot]

Sprong and a 1st. That's what it'll take.

I don't think they part with Sprong.

 

[is the answer jesus]

From looking at it from the outside, both sides on defense seem like problems for the Sabres

Yeah we could use either or at this point. Lot of people have Guhle penciled in as a future top 4 LHD though.

 

[Yatzhee]

I don't think they part with Sprong.

Depends really. Does the staff feel they have enough for a 3 peat and how bad do they want that 3 peat. Is Kane a piece they'd pay to get to go for it? These and other variables play a role, but getting him doesn't hurt their current franchise historical run. Sprong is replaceable to them I'm betting given Crosby and Malkin can continue this run beyond just this season.

But beyond the Penguins thoughts on it, Botterill can get better offers from other playoff bound contenders than what's been posted by Pens fans here imo.

 

[tsujimoto74]

From looking at it from the outside, both sides on defense seem like problems for the Sabres

This is true. We basically have one of each, lefties and righties, in Risto and Scandella. Guhle should be a big help for the left side, and sooner than later. Bogosian would be a lot nicer to have if he could stay healthy, but asking him to stay off IR is like asking water not to be wet, so.

 

[Chainshot]

Depends really. Does the staff feel they have enough for a 3 peat and how bad do they want that 3 peat. Is Kane a piece they'd pay to get to go for it? These and other variables play a role, but getting him doesn't hurt their current franchise historical run. Sprong is replaceable to them I'm betting given Crosby and Malkin can continue this run beyond just this season.

But beyond the Penguins thoughts on it, Botterill can get better offers from other playoff bound contenders than what's been posted by Pens fans here imo.

I can see it being the Pens first and an extended Cole. I don't see them parting with Sprong and that level of cost certainty even to beef up for a three-peat.

 

[is the answer jesus]

Depends really. Does the staff feel they have enough for a 3 peat and how bad do they want that 3 peat. Is Kane a piece they'd pay to get to go for it? These and other variables play a role, but getting him doesn't hurt their current franchise historical run. Sprong is replaceable to them I'm betting given Crosby and Malkin can continue this run beyond just this season.

But beyond the Penguins thoughts on it, Botterill can get better offers from other playoff bound contenders than what's been posted by Pens fans here imo.

Maybe. Ultimately i think it will all boil down to just how many teams decide they "need" kane. I don't think Cole a 1st and Bjorkvist is an insulting offer or anything. All depends if Botterill likes Cole enough to want to extend him. I'd hold out for one better piece (like Sprong) over a quantity deal, but if this is the best deal that comes in, I wouldn't hate it.

 

[Mr Jiggyfly]

Kühnhackl + Hagelin (cap dump) for Kane + 1st.

 

[is the answer jesus]

Kühnhackl + Hagelin (cap dump) for Kane + 1st.

Getting into the eggnog a little early huh?

 

[Zirakzigil]

Sprong and a 1st. That's what it'll take.

Good luck with that.

This has been talked about in depth on the Pens forums. He would be a good fit on the team. If its going to happen its probably shortly after the roster freeze because thats when JR like to make his moves.

 

[Mr Jiggyfly]

Getting into the eggnog a little early huh?

I hate eggnog.

 

[is the answer jesus]

I hate eggnog.

Bah humbug.

 

[m302291]

No thanks

 

[GoJetsGo55]

I always thought he would end up there at some point.