Lou Lamoriello - Contract year

[budzz]

Wondering what to expect from the Lou contract situation. Respected team builder, had enough time to decipher strengths and weaknesses.

Also on an expiring contract, and much like any player, wants to have a good season for the next contract.

Despite some flaws this team is easily in the discussion for a contender.

I think it's time for Lou to step up and make a mark and pull a last bit of brilliance out of his bag of tricks and finish the puzzle. Not saying use every asset, but we have some, and about a 3 year window to make some noise. Outside of FA signings we have not taken any bold steps.

Lou, time to show your stripes.

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[DavePoulin4PM]

All he has to do is find that #1, blue chip dman. One of Nylander or Marner will have to be dealt to do so. It is becoming increasingly obvious. I think he will get a contract extension, because let's be serious.. Dubas isn't going to be GM LOL.

Lou has done a very good job and now must find that dman.

On a side note I think Mark Hunters seat should be getting a little warm.. selections of Bracco and Marner are selections that just can't happen. You can't cheat in the NHL like he always did in the 'O'

 

[budzz]

A Number one in a trade is a tall order in any era of hockey. But neither Marner or Nylander should ever be included for cap reasons, both under control for a few years.

Not sure what you mean about Marner with that comment, clearly a very capable point producer.

 

[Mr Hockey]

We just need Jake moved out of the 2nd pairing and replaced with a D'man that can play against any top line, Pk and shutdown. This will take pressure off the other top 3 d'men. I would wait a year or so before considering a marner trade, lets see how he rebounds.

 

[Duke16]

We just need Jake moved out of the 2nd pairing and replaced with a D'man that can play against any top line, Pk and shutdown. This will take pressure off the other top 3 d'men. I would wait a year or so before considering a marner trade, lets see how he rebounds.

Agreed, if possible I'd try to make Gardiner the main piece and add prospects and picks.

 

[lipstickjunkie]

It blows my mind that anyone can be this upset (or upset at all, really) about the Marner selection.

The kid has 81 career points with still more than half a season to play before he turns 21. Gaudreau had one career point before he turned 21. Marner's skill is undeniable, how about a little patience? Not everyone is McDavid.

 

[Mr Hockey]

Agreed, if possible I'd try to make Gardiner the main piece and add prospects and picks.

I would do that... Gardiner and a Levio or Sosh or a pick

 

[stickty111]

I think Hunter should be given more control. Selections like Bracco and Marner are looking really good, and should continue to happen. He is doing great work unlike Dave Poulin who loved making dumb long term signings. No wonder no NHL team wants Poulin right now.

 

[stickty111]

A Number one in a trade is a tall order in any era of hockey. But neither Marner or Nylander should ever be included for cap reasons, both under control for a few years.

Not sure what you mean about Marner with that comment, clearly a very capable point producer.

He is just a Dave Poulin fan who is upset Poulin was an unmitigated disaster. There is a reason nobody wants him.
If anything, Bracco and Marner selections should be a priority as they are terrific draft picks.

 

[Cleetus]

I would do that... Gardiner and a Levio or Sosh or a pick

what do you think we can get for those pieces?

 

[Mr Hockey]

what do you think we can get for those pieces?

A mid 20 younger Hansey ish type player.

 

[Cleetus]

A mid 20 younger Hansey ish type player.

well hopefully sweet lou can pull something like this off, I think he can!

 

[rent free]

Wait for dermott to develop.

 

[BlueBaron]

I'm sure most of our fans think we should put Lou on the fourth line so his value goes down and we can resign him cheaper.

Lou is not going to force anything to impress anyone.

 

[WestCoastLeafs]

I'm sure most of our fans think we should put Lou on the fourth line so his value goes down and we can resign him cheaper.

Lou is not going to force anything to impress anyone.

Lou doesn't need to impress anyone, either.

 

[Vintage93]

All he has to do is find that #1, blue chip dman. One of Nylander or Marner will have to be dealt to do so. It is becoming increasingly obvious. I think he will get a contract extension, because let's be serious.. Dubas isn't going to be GM LOL.

Lou has done a very good job and now must find that dman.

On a side note I think Mark Hunters seat should be getting a little warm.. selections of Bracco and Marner are selections that just can't happen. You can't cheat in the NHL like he always did in the 'O'

I think Hunter should be given more control. Selections like Bracco and Marner are looking really good, and should continue to happen. He is doing great work unlike Dave Poulin who loved making dumb long term signings. No wonder no NHL team wants Poulin right now.

It's almost like it's too early to tell on these selections

 

[PromisedLand]

I might get laughed at and I am actually contradicting myself from what I had earlier said and believed for but for some reason I am having a feeling (note: feeling not logical thought process but a feeling) that Leafs are gonna win the cup this season.

 

[Mugzy97]

My bet is he steps down but stays on as an advisor.

 

[taurine330]

All he has to do is find that #1, blue chip dman. One of Nylander or Marner will have to be dealt to do so. It is becoming increasingly obvious. I think he will get a contract extension, because let's be serious.. Dubas isn't going to be GM LOL.

Lou has done a very good job and now must find that dman.

On a side note I think Mark Hunters seat should be getting a little warm.. selections of Bracco and Marner are selections that just can't happen. You can't cheat in the NHL like he always did in the 'O'

I'm sorry but this is terrible post. Not even sure if this was serious or you are just some sarcastic internet troll like pixelated boat.

If this was serious then I 100% disagree.

 

[SprDaVE]

I'd like to see him a little more aggressive on the trade front, especially when we had a big opportunity to add something really good this summer. Marleau was good but obviously not a huge need.

On the flip side, I guess we didn't make a bad move either... so at least we're even in that aspect.

Overall I'm very indifferent if he retires or not. I like our support staff to take over.

 

[Tak7]

If Lou wants to stay on, you keep him.

If he wants to step down, you move him into an advisor role.

One thing he instantly brought to the Leafs, is reputation and respectability. Respect when dealing with other teams, GMs, and player agents. That's something that I don't think the Leafs front office has had in a while, and that's the reason why Lou should have the job until he doesn't want it anymore

 

[indigobuffalo]

I’m... not sure why no one has mentioned Liljegren... in respect to finding that “elusive” #1 dman.

Lou doesn’t have anything more to prove other than starting to cycle players to better adjust to the timeline of our team.

But really that’s a 2019 problem.

 

[Semantics]

Watching the Soo Greyhounds tear up the OHL at an unprecedented pace with a team and organization mostly built by Dubas, I want him to take over next summer. 75 is just too old -- the cognitive decline will make Lamoriello worse at the job as every year goes by.

The Leafs are at a pivotal moment in their history where they have the chance to set themselves up for a lot of success over the next decade. It would be a disaster if they squander that by being too conservative and hanging onto a GM who is 20 years past his best-before date because they're afraid to go with someone who isn't a big brand name.

 

[TOGuy14]

All he has to do is find that #1, blue chip dman. One of Nylander or Marner will have to be dealt to do so. It is becoming increasingly obvious. I think he will get a contract extension, because let's be serious.. Dubas isn't going to be GM LOL.

Lou has done a very good job and now must find that dman.

On a side note I think Mark Hunters seat should be getting a little warm.. selections of Bracco and Marner are selections that just can't happen. You can't cheat in the NHL like he always did in the 'O'

What? So far it seems like most of his picks have been developing quite well, especially the mid and late round picks.

 

[Damisoph]

All he has to do is find that #1, blue chip dman. One of Nylander or Marner will have to be dealt to do so. It is becoming increasingly obvious. I think he will get a contract extension, because let's be serious.. Dubas isn't going to be GM LOL.

Lou has done a very good job and now must find that dman.

On a side note I think Mark Hunters seat should be getting a little warm.. selections of Bracco and Marner are selections that just can't happen. You can't cheat in the NHL like he always did in the 'O'

You are one pathetic troll.