GDT: Trades & Free Agency -- Off-season edition

[Fogelhund]

Call it whatever you want. But I don't see much difference between Marner and the guys they removed to rebuild the culture

I mean, there's never even been a rumour to such a thing. It seems you are projecting to a team and specifically a player you are angry about, given their underperformance. It's utter nonsense.

 

[sxvnert]

Stammer's 100% gone. Wow.

or they will leave only a sliver of cap space open and tell him "take it or leave it!"

 

[Soundgarden]

Nashville has a million picks they are preparing for us. I think they have four 2nd rounders at least over 2 years lol

5 2nds and 3 1sts.

 

[JKG33]

I mean, there's never even been a rumour to such a thing. It seems you are projecting to a team and specifically a player you are angry about, given their underperformance. It's utter nonsense.

Was Matt Duchene a problem? Not per say but he did have that loser stink on him, much like Marner

 

[Soundgarden]

Was Matt Duchene a problem? Not per say but he did have that loser stink on him, much like Marner

I don't know about specifics but Trotz's first move was to get rid of Johansen and Duchene at any cost, even after a 40+ goal season so take that as you will. Glad to see he's doing well in Dallas, we liked him here.

 

[JKG33]

I don't know about specifics but Trotz's first move was to get rid of Johansen and Duchene at any cost, even after a 40+ goal season so take that as you will. Glad to see he's doing well in Dallas, we liked him here.

Yea that's what I mean. If he identified them to be a problem I don't see why he'd identify Marner as a solution.

Duchene at less than half of what Nashville was paying him is a bargain, and something you can win with.

 

[Malachi Crunch]

I can see Berube looking to trade for some Blues players he used to rely on. One of the players that comes to mind is Brandon Saad if we don't sign Bertuzzi. Saad's cap hit is 4.5 million, but he still produces (26 goals last season). He is known as a tough, net-front presence type of player and may work well on Matthew's line. I wonder what he's worth if the Blues continue to retool?

Lily +? Robertson +?

 

[sxvnert]

After todays cap clearing move:

Forsberg-O'Reilly-Marner

Book it.

 

[keonsbitterness]

Was Matt Duchene a problem? Not per say but he did have that loser stink on him, much like Marner

Dude just scored the series winning goal vs the Avs. Does that mean there's hope for Marner?

 

[Joseph Nathan]

Not for nothing but he had 65 pts and 2pts in 7 games in the playoffs. While he had some moments this year, he has been declining and I dont see that slowing down.


For marner they wouldn’t

No they would

 

[JKG33]

Dude just scored the series winning goal vs the Avs. Does that mean there's hope for Marner?

Pay Marner 37.5% of his current contract (just like Duchene) and he too could be useful to a playoff team.

 

[Stephen]

Was Matt Duchene a problem? Not per say but he did have that loser stink on him, much like Marner

Duchene was a piece that had to go on the Colorado builds. Once he went the next push of Avs kids formed into the eventual winner.

 

[rumman]

Sergachev and Cernak both have full NTCs kick in July 1st. Something to keep an eye on.

Cernak’s a beast I’d love him on the Leafs……..

 

[Fogelhund]

After todays cap clearing move:

Forsberg-O'Reilly-Marner

Book it.

What exactly would Nashville trade to us for him? It doesn't sound like Saros is available. Their first is 22nd. Askarov and Wood?

Saros, 29, has one season remaining on a four-year, $20 million contract ($5 million average annual value) he signed Aug. 16, 2021. He is eligible to sign a contract extension July 1.

“We’ll be in talks,” Trotz said. “I’m sure it’s not going to be definitely a July 1 announcement, probably. I think it’s going to be a process with his people, his representatives. But I do know this: [Saros] wants to be here, and he’s been a big part of it. I’d like him to be here, so we’re going to work hard at getting something done with him.”

Saros agreed with Trotz, saying that he wants to remain with the Predators for the remainder of his career.

“It’s a great city,” he said. “We have unbelievable fans, and I think as an organization we took a good step this year, too. I believe in this organization, so obviously I would be happy to [sign].”

 

[Phion Keneuf]

After todays cap clearing move:

Forsberg-O'Reilly-Marner

Book it.

That would be a pretty damn solid line

 

[rumman]

Nashville paid a stupid amount of money to clear the cancers outta their locker room in Duchene and RyJo. Why would they wanna turn around and burn both assets and money on Marner?

Good point…….

 

[Fogelhund]

Nashville paid a stupid amount of money to clear the cancers outta their locker room in Duchene and RyJo. Why would they wanna turn around and burn both assets and money on Marner?

Because RoR loved playing with him, and has plenty of great things to say about him?? They need some offense.

 

[rumman]

After todays cap clearing move:

Forsberg-O'Reilly-Marner

Book it.

Hope your right about this, what’s coming back……..

 

[JKG33]

Because RoR loved playing with him, and has plenty of great things to say about him?? They need some offense.

Lol I'd say ROR wouldn't want him back. He left because of the loser core

 

[Jimmy Firecracker]

Path is very clearly laid out for a Marner to Nashville trade.

 

[Tony Romo]

If Trotz wants to keep Saros, I would gladly take Asakarov off your hands my guy!

 

[JKG33]

Path is very clearly laid out for a Marner to Nashville trade.

I personally don't see Nashville's interest. But if you're right this could be a massive win. Getting rid of Marner's cap hit alone is a win, but so would acquiring either Saros or Askarov

 

[613Leafer]

Path is very clearly laid out for a Marner to Nashville trade.

It makes sense from Nashville's perspective (they have a short window while Forsberg/Josi are still good, a ton of capspace, and Marner at age 27 would have a legit shot at best offensive player in franchise history, for a team short on big offensive stars). It also makes sense from Marner's perspective - no tax state, well run team, fun city, warm climate, a relatively low pressure market but also a good fanbase, etc.

Certainly makes sense on paper!

 

[Kurtz]

I've been hearing Askarov hype for years now, but whenever I've seen him play - like in WJC, he's been garbage. And Nashville doesn't seem to want to give him the keys either.

Are we sure he's actually worth the hype?

 

[JKG33]

It makes sense from Nashville's perspective

It really doesn't when you look at the fact that...

It also makes sense from Marner's perspective - no tax state, well run team, fun city, warm climate, a relatively low pressure market but also a good fanbase, etc.

They just paid to get rid of RyJo and Duchene because they were the types who wanted to be in a fun city with low pressure.