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I have no issue with the extension, and we are technically just finishing up the off season, so if you are going to extend him... might as well do it know and be done with it.
Well Gregory just called in to 1290 and he doesn't like the move so I'm pretty sure TN has made a good decision here.
Am guessing the ownership reviewed his initial deal and came to the realization that they probably signed him to a cheap ticket (relative to the league median) - given that it was his first shot at the NHL GM chair. They probably offered him a good bump in both salary and term, to essentially reward a senior and trusted employee. Am not surprised by the timing at all; renegotiated deals are pretty standard stuff at that level. If anything, it sends a message that they are a strong organization with an entrenched leadership group.
Zach Bogosian - Thoughts on the Chevy extension. Team has a sense of direction. Important for players to know that leadership is in place? Talk about this season. Ranking of the top defencemen, does he pay attention? Need to improve team defence. Thoughts on Pavelec. Buff's hit.
Andrew Ladd - Thoughts on the Chevy extension. What kind of GM is he? Everyone locked up long term. Pressure or comfort with core locked up?
Blake Wheeler - Thoughts on the Chevy extension (and the mindset of team ownership). Does commitment show a belief in core group of players?
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He's locked up a pretty good core (Little, Wheeler, Kane, Enstrom, Bogo). Seems well deserved.
I am not sure why you extend a guy with so much term left, but it really doesn't matter.
it's not your money.
so who cares.
it's not your money.
so who cares.
Am guessing the ownership reviewed his initial deal and came to the realization that they probably signed him to a cheap ticket (relative to the league median) - given that it was his first shot at the NHL GM chair. They probably offered him a good bump in both salary and term, to essentially reward a senior and trusted employee. Am not surprised by the timing at all; renegotiated deals are pretty standard stuff at that level. If anything, it sends a message that they are a strong organization with an entrenched leadership group.
Well it's not just a raise, it means he'll (likely) be around for an additional two years.
So I think most fans should care
The biggest problem I've had with Chevy is his hiring (and extending) Noel.
That and the Clitsome re-signing.
Four of those five were inked as RFAs. To me their return was never in doubt.
We also know nothing about how these guys will play under their new deals.
I have no real opinion on Chevy, because he hasn't really proven to be good or bad at anything yet.
Draft picks mostly look good, but have combined for 11 NHL games.
I am not sure why you extend a guy with so much term left, but it really doesn't matter.
Same reason you extend young core players - you think he will be more than worth it in a few years. If Chipman thinks Chevy is an upcoming star GM, then keep him happy and lock him up so you don't lose him.
Am guessing the ownership reviewed his initial deal and came to the realization that they probably signed him to a cheap ticket (relative to the league median) - given that it was his first shot at the NHL GM chair. They probably offered him a good bump in both salary and term, to essentially reward a senior and trusted employee. Am not surprised by the timing at all; renegotiated deals are pretty standard stuff at that level. If anything, it sends a message that they are a strong organization with an entrenched leadership group.
I have no issue with resigning Clitsome.
I liked the signing.