Confirmed Trade: [NYR/BOS] Rick Nash (50% ret.) for Lindgren, Spooner, Beleskey (50% ret.), 2018 1st, 2019 7th

[bob27]

Interesting how much Spooner's trade value shot up overnight. When Bruins fans had dozens of simultaneous threads trying to ship him out of town for any return no one was willing to part away with a high second round pick for him.

 

[RedeyeRocketeer]

Interesting how much Spooner's trade value shot up overnight. When Bruins fans had dozens of simultaneous threads trying to ship him out of town for any return no one was willing to part away with a high second round pick for him.

Was because he couldn't be trusted to lace up his skates in a playoff game because the increase in everyone's compete left him totally overwhelmed. I do hope he gets that part of his game figured out because he's a really nice young man otherwise. Never felt like a bad teammate or a bad guy.

 

[3rdLiner]

Interesting how much Spooner's trade value shot up overnight. When Bruins fans had dozens of simultaneous threads trying to ship him out of town for any return no one was willing to part away with a high second round pick for him.

Haven't you heard? According to HF Spooner is now a legit 60pt speedster 2way NHL centerman.

 

[Buckets and Gloves]

I like this trade from both sides. Spooner's played better this year but isn't a player I'd trust in the playoffs when things get more physical and defences tighten up.
Bruins stocked the cupboards with prospects and young players the last 4 years so can afford to move the late 1st and Lindgren. Saving some cap space with Beleskey helps down the road.

Hope Beleskey can salvage his career in New York.

I bet Belesky gets bought out.

He's useless, even at 2 million.

Bought out Rangers/Bruins are both laughing as it would be minimal on cap

 

[b in vancouver]

I bet Belesky gets bought out.

He's useless, even at 2 million.

Bought out Rangers/Bruins are both laughing as it would be minimal on cap

I figure he gets bought out but thought with this Rangers line-up that he might suit up a few times to close out the year. His game deteriorated as fast as anyone's I've seen. He was fine (not worth the salary but definitely a decent NHL players) and then just a couple weeks later - nothing.

 

[b in vancouver]

Interesting how much Spooner's trade value shot up overnight. When Bruins fans had dozens of simultaneous threads trying to ship him out of town for any return no one was willing to part away with a high second round pick for him.

I soured on Spooner last season. His compete level and inability to win a one-on-one battle frustrated me to no end and I was surprised they never cut ties with him this summer after benching him in the playoffs. He was reluctant to play wing but too soft for centre.

He did play better this season and appeared much more engaged - but still needed to be sheltered. Hopefully he builds on that with the Rangers as he is talented but I'm not sad to see him go. One of the most frustrating Bruins of recent memory. And I wouldn't have trusted him in the playoffs.

 

[wintersej]

Bruins knew Bergeron had his foot broken, and they still moved Spooner.

 

[Cassano]

Interesting how much Spooner's trade value shot up overnight. When Bruins fans had dozens of simultaneous threads trying to ship him out of town for any return no one was willing to part away with a high second round pick for him.

Bruins fans were claiming he's just as good as Kreider and cited his point totals a few days before trading him. I found that even more interesting.

 

[Fire Sweeney]

Bruins fans were claiming he's just as good as Kreider and cited his point totals a few days before trading him. I found that even more interesting.

I see NYR fans still are claiming that Kreider is anything more than a 40-50 point player...

 

[MikeSteaks]

I see NYR fans still are claiming that Kreider is anything more than a 40-50 point player...

Sounds more like they are claiming he is much better than Spooner... which he is.

 

[Machinehead]

Sounds more like they are claiming he is much better than Spooner... which he is.

Now we have both and they might even play together.

Who loses?

 

[Dellstrom]

I figure he gets bought out but thought with this Rangers line-up that he might suit up a few times to close out the year. His game deteriorated as fast as anyone's I've seen. He was fine (not worth the salary but definitely a decent NHL players) and then just a couple weeks later - nothing.

His first year here he was very well liked. Chipped in on offense every now and then, but we loved his hustle and grit. He showed up every game. People wanted heads to roll after the 15-16 season, and Beleskey was one of the few guys (only Pastrnak and Bergeron were the others, which really tells you something) that people wanted coming back the next year.

I don't think he's showed up since. Shame because he's a really great guy and seemed to absolutely love Boston. Really confusing, you'd think a guy with his work ethic and style of play would stick around. It wasn't injury, illness, laziness... He just completely fell off the face of the Earth.

 

[haveandare]

How has Nash looked for the Bs?

 

[Tim Vezina Thomas]

How has Nash looked for the Bs?

Looked great. He's really the perfect fit with Krejci..he's been most successful with Power forwards on his wing. Immediately started killing penalties too which is a good sign.

 

[haveandare]

Looked great. He's really the perfect fit with Krejci..he's been most successful with Power forwards on his wing. Immediately started killing penalties too which is a good sign.

Awesome. Happy to hear. A lot of NYR fans have hard feelings against him but I love the guy. Hope he wins with you.

And yeah, he's a great PKer. He's definitely lost his scoring edge but he's become a way more effective player in his own zone.

 

[Dellstrom]

How has Nash looked for the Bs?

Only one game but it was surprising that he didn't score. His size made a huge difference and he rang a post. Krejci loves having a big goal scorer on his wing so we're really hoping this will energize him. Excited to see how he follows his first game up.

 

[Mick Riddleton]

Nash has looked good so far, hit a post. Tonight so far he just saved a goal on the goal line by diving in

 

[Tim Vezina Thomas]

Nash has looked good so far, hit a post. Tonight so far he just saved a goal on the goal line by diving in

And just scored a goal.

Nash will be great for the Bs this year, have no doubts about that.

 

[Mick Riddleton]

And just scored a goal.

Nash will be great for the Bs this year, have no doubts about that.

I heard he was slow but he has looking fast enough, long strides on tall guys may look slower but they get there quicker

 

[KingWantsCup]

People are underrating the **** out of Nash. Much like how another poster pointed out how Gaborik was able to thrive with the Kings once the weight of the world was lifted off his shoulders, Nash will do the same. On a well built team he will provide much needed secondary scoring and make goal saving defensive plays— he is absolutely selke caliber. A complete and experienced player that will thrive in a secondary scoring role.

With that said, this is a superb return for the Rangers. Thrilled to have Spooner. By retaining salary on Nash and Beleskey the Rangers got more. Really well done Gorton.

This is still early on, but I’d like to take this moment to say “I told you so.” I’ve watched him for years, the kind of plays he’s making with Boston on both ends of the ice are what he’s always done with the Rangers. Enjoy B’s fans.

 

[FireGerardGallant]

I heard he was slow but he has looking fast enough, long strides on tall guys may look slower but they get there quicker

I'd say his last few year's here skating has been one of his best assets. If he get's his scoring touch back with the B's he will be a wonderful rental for you guys

 

[Tawnos]

I heard he was slow but he has looking fast enough, long strides on tall guys may look slower but they get there quicker

Whoever told you he was slow doesn’t know anything.

Most players see a deterioration in their skating as they get older and that’s the prime thing that causes their game to decline. In Nash’s case, he kept his skating, but his reaction time and quick-fire neurons are what deteriorated. Because of that, he can’t always get a deceptive shot off, which was the heart of his goal scoring. That goal he scored tonight? That’s an example of what he can’t do anymore on the regular. That strange quick shot that surprises the goalie. It’ll still happen on occasion, but not often enough to score 35 in a season anymore.

 

[Mick Riddleton]

Whoever told you he was slow doesn’t know anything.

Most players see a deterioration in their skating as they get older and that’s the prime thing that causes their game to decline. In Nash’s case, he kept his skating, but his reaction time and quick-fire neurons are what deteriorated. Because of that, he can’t always get a deceptive shot off, which was the heart of his goal scoring. That goal he scored tonight? That’s an example of what he can’t do anymore on the regular. That strange quick shot that surprises the goalie. It’ll still happen on occasion, but not often enough to score 35 in a season anymore.

pretty much most Leaf fans said that and they are the experts

 

[The S5]

I heard he was slow but he has looking fast enough, long strides on tall guys may look slower but they get there quicker

I have responded to posters here that he isn't slow at all after posters said he was old and slow. Just goes to show you that you shouldn't pay attention the the majority of posters on this board.
Nash is still a stud and will be great with the B's.

 

[Bruin4Life]

Still say this. Seems both sides are happy. Cant we just say this is a win-win?