If I'm Bjork I'd push for 2 yrs if it's at $2M; if I'm GMJK I'm pushing for 3. If it's at $1.5, Bjork should push for 1 year; head overseas for some Euros; or seek to get away from Torts system.don't see him getting more than Anderson did. At most I'd guess 2 yrs (maybe 3) at 2 per but wouldn't be surprised at something around 1.5 or so per. The start to his career is similar to Cam's and it took him to this last deal to hit the big time.
Sad that our offensive players have to leave our organization to escape Torts, hopefully he’s replaced after a slow start next yearIf I'm Bjork I'd push for 2 yrs if it's at $2M; if I'm GMJK I'm pushing for 3. If it's at $1.5, Bjork should push for 1 year; head overseas for some Euros; or seek to get away from Torts system.
head overseas for some Euros; or seek to get away from Torts system.
Sad that our offensive players have to leave our organization to escape Torts, hopefully he’s replaced after a slow start next year
In simple form, I'll give you 3 words.Please, 1 of you (or 1 of the others) explain to me what exactly about Torts "system" do Bjorkstrand and "our offensive players" have to escape? How do you think the mantra, "Safe Is Death" would affect offensive production?
Aside from Panarin, nearly every forward on our team had career worst years. I would take it a step further , that in Torts system, where he is in love with his defenseman playing the rover position, and jumping deep into the play, means that his forwards have to cover for the defenseman going down deep, or one quick pass the other way , is a breakaway. His whole offensive system is predicated on offense, thru our defenseman, which sounds great, with Zach, and Seth, Marcus, but its easy to take away. Washington simply extended their defense out into our defenseman's space, not allowing them time to get the shot off from the point, and Torts had no adjustments for that.Please, 1 of you (or 1 of the others) explain to me what exactly about Torts "system" do Bjorkstrand and "our offensive players" have to escape? How do you think the mantra, "Safe Is Death" would affect offensive production?
Why do we have essentially 2 of the top 10 or so in defenseman scoring?
I don't think Sonny Milano should be passed off as "our offensive players". And while I'd like Bjorkstrand to be shooting more/scoring more goals, his offensive game hasn't really been much of a disappointment. He's played 2 years in the NHL. 2. You guys want to win the cup, but also hate that the coach holds the young players to accountable for mistakes that hurt the team either immediately or over time. This idea that you can only "focus" or "develop" on 1 of offense or defense at a time, is ridiculous.
On the PP, or with any individual player, or team as a whole, you can only blame the coaching and tactics for so much. The players have to execute plays ON THE ICE against other players. THEY have to be the 1's to get in the dirty areas, or outwork an opposing player. Or make a great offensive play. This isn't EA Sports against the "computer" or some 9 year old where you can work the same "glitch" goals and 1-timer plays and have it just work.
Maybe not so much the next yr or 2, but long term its: Bjorkstrand >> J Anderson
Please, 1 of you (or 1 of the others) explain to me what exactly about Torts "system" do Bjorkstrand and "our offensive players" have to escape? How do you think the mantra, "Safe Is Death" would affect offensive production?
Why do we have essentially 2 of the top 10 or so in defenseman scoring?
I don't think Sonny Milano should be passed off as "our offensive players". And while I'd like Bjorkstrand to be shooting more/scoring more goals, his offensive game hasn't really been much of a disappointment. He's played 2 years in the NHL. 2. You guys want to win the cup, but also hate that the coach holds the young players to accountable for mistakes that hurt the team either immediately or over time. This idea that you can only "focus" or "develop" on 1 of offense or defense at a time, is ridiculous.
On the PP, or with any individual player, or team as a whole, you can only blame the coaching and tactics for so much. The players have to execute plays ON THE ICE against other players. THEY have to be the 1's to get in the dirty areas, or outwork an opposing player. Or make a great offensive play. This isn't EA Sports against the "computer" or some 9 year old where you can work the same "glitch" goals and 1-timer plays and have it just work.
Maybe not so much the next yr or 2, but long term its: Bjorkstrand >> J Anderson
You mean the coach that said "I don't coach offense" doesn't have an offensive strategy? Shocking development.My main issue with Torts is that there is literally no structure to our offensive game. I’m too lazy to type out a full response, but you can find my gripes in the fire Torts thread back in February or March
Multiple posters have effectively responded so there's not much I'll add except a and one other point. For a moment forget the debate on whether or not Torts is a good offensive coach. (though I happen to think he's average as it applies to yesterday's style or below in today's style). It's more about some guys are a better fit for some coaches than others. My own take is Bjork is a guy who would fit better in TB, LVGK, or NJ to name a few.Please, 1 of you (or 1 of the others) explain to me what exactly about Torts "system" do Bjorkstrand and "our offensive players" have to escape? How do you think the mantra, "Safe Is Death" would affect offensive production?
Why do we have essentially 2 of the top 10 or so in defenseman scoring?
I don't think Sonny Milano should be passed off as "our offensive players". And while I'd like Bjorkstrand to be shooting more/scoring more goals, his offensive game hasn't really been much of a disappointment. He's played 2 years in the NHL. 2. You guys want to win the cup, but also hate that the coach holds the young players to accountable for mistakes that hurt the team either immediately or over time. This idea that you can only "focus" or "develop" on 1 of offense or defense at a time, is ridiculous.
On the PP, or with any individual player, or team as a whole, you can only blame the coaching and tactics for so much. The players have to execute plays ON THE ICE against other players. THEY have to be the 1's to get in the dirty areas, or outwork an opposing player. Or make a great offensive play. This isn't EA Sports against the "computer" or some 9 year old where you can work the same "glitch" goals and 1-timer plays and have it just work.
Maybe not so much the next yr or 2, but long term its: Bjorkstrand >> J Anderson
My main issue with Torts is that there is literally no structure to our offensive game. I’m too lazy to type out a full response, but you can find my gripes in the fire Torts thread back in February or March
I’m too lazy to go back and look. Can you go back and copy and paste so we can see your Torts gripes?
A couple of reasons. I've been pretty meh on this subject since the thread was started, but last night's game was the last straw.
Our offense is inept and has no basic system. I'm pretty sick and tired of Torts' mantra of "not coaching the offense". Something has to give, there is no reason why we should be in the bottom-5 of scoring in the entire league. If you watch any well-coached team, they come at you in waves of speed through the neutral zone, then move the puck quickly and drive to the net once in the offensive zone (Pittsburgh, Vegas to name a few). The team has gotten away from this mentality since January of LAST YEAR. It's so nauseating watching this chip and chase style of play and not driving, let alone maintaining, controlled possession. This same BS happened in NY with Torts towards the end of his tenure.
Which leads me to the power play....
Finally, the lineup decisions....
Soo, are you guys not looking at resigning Bjork?
With the new contract for Jenner, and Duclair coming in, it sure looks like his future might be elsewhere?
In simple form, I'll give you 3 words.
Cap spaceWhat does signing 2 LWs with less upside have to do with RW Bjorkstrand?
Look at all RFAs unsigned yet.Cap space
And him not being signed yet, I am a Canadian living in Denmark, only asking since the media here are speculating.
Again, it was just a questionLook at all RFAs unsigned yet.
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