Would you rather the Jets be more active in the offseason(Trading and Signing) or No?

[Whileee]

I don't care how many moves they make, I care that they make good ones.

Couldn't agree more. A couple of smart moves would be fine.

 

[Weezeric]

Couldn't agree more. A couple of smart moves would be fine.

Yup, the jets really need to make 0 changes to their top 6F or top 4D. That's better than many teams. Pick up a veteran backup and a depth d and I'll be happy.

The main change I hope to see next year is to figure out the 3rd line. What is it going to be? A defensive shutdown line that plays against the opponents top line or a 3rd offensive line? I don't really care either way as long as they execute it.

 

[Whileee]

Yup, the jets really need to make 0 changes to their top 6F or top 4D. That's better than many teams. Pick up a veteran backup and a depth d and I'll be happy.

The main change I hope to see next year is to figure out the 3rd line. What is it going to be? A defensive shutdown line that plays against the opponents top line or a 3rd offensive line? I don't really care either way as long as they execute it.

I'd like a third line with Perreault and Armia on the wings.

Top six...

Ehlers--Scheifele-Laine
Connor-Little-Wheeler

That should give the Jets depth and balance up front.

4th line a mix of Copp, Petan, Roslovic, Dano, etc.

 

[Weezeric]

I'd like a third line with Perreault and Armia on the wings.

Top six...

Ehlers--Scheifele-Laine
Connor-Little-Wheeler

That should give the Jets depth and balance up front.

4th line a mix of Copp, Petan, Roslovic, Dano, etc.

Me too. I wouldn't hate having copp in that 3rd line spot if Lowry is gone to vegas. Granted, I like copp more than most..

 

[ffh]

I'd like a third line with Perreault and Armia on the wings.

Top six...

Ehlers--Scheifele-Laine
Connor-Little-Wheeler

That should give the Jets depth and balance up front.

4th line a mix of Copp, Petan, Roslovic, Dano, etc.

This line up gets a lottery pick again. Connor needs to be eased in over a couple of years into top 6. He needs easier match ups he needs to be on 3rd line. Roslovic will need 1 more year on the moose to many young players on this team to expect 2 more rookies to break in. And i dont know how anybody that watched how the year ended think Petan and dano will be starting the year here. Its not realistic to think we can field 23 positions in house. with all the money coming off the books a couple of 4th line depth players on 1 or 2 year contracts is the way to go.

 

[Festinator]

I'd like a third line with Perreault and Armia on the wings.

Top six...

Ehlers--Scheifele-Laine
Connor-Little-Wheeler

That should give the Jets depth and balance up front.

4th line a mix of Copp, Petan, Roslovic, Dano, etc.

This would be nice.

I think we don't need to make too many moves, but the two vital moves people have mentioned already are the vet goalie and depth defenceman. A bottom 6 C would be nice too but not nearly as necessary or pressing.

 

[AWSAA]

. Connor needs to be eased in over a couple of years into top 6. He needs easier match ups he needs to be on 3rd line.

Not unless they improve the 3C. Lowry has 0 playmaking skills, can't keep up with Kyle or pass for ####.

 

[Whileee]

This line up gets a lottery pick again. Connor needs to be eased in over a couple of years into top 6. He needs easier match ups he needs to be on 3rd line. Roslovic will need 1 more year on the moose to many young players on this team to expect 2 more rookies to break in. And i dont know how anybody that watched how the year ended think Petan and dano will be starting the year here. Its not realistic to think we can field 23 positions in house. with all the money coming off the books a couple of 4th line depth players on 1 or 2 year contracts is the way to go.

I disagree. That forward line-up is fine. Connor is really good, and paired with vets like Little and Wheeler he'll be productive. That group of 4th liners are ready enough. Maybe slot Matthias in. He'd be better than a lot if free agent options willing to come for a year or two.

 

[Festinator]

This line up gets a lottery pick again. Connor needs to be eased in over a couple of years into top 6. He needs easier match ups he needs to be on 3rd line. Roslovic will need 1 more year on the moose to many young players on this team to expect 2 more rookies to break in. And i dont know how anybody that watched how the year ended think Petan and dano will be starting the year here. Its not realistic to think we can field 23 positions in house. with all the money coming off the books a couple of 4th line depth players on 1 or 2 year contracts is the way to go.

How does this lineup get us a lottery pick? Last seasons forward lineup got us the 7th ranked offense in the league, and that was with Thorburn playing a lot more than anyone thought and armia and matthias going through extended injuries. This lineup is an improvement (and if Connor isn't ready he can switch with perreault, but honestly if you're playing with Little and Wheeler, you could put flopping Logan Stanley on their wing and they'd still make him look adequate). If not Petan and Dano and Roslovic, Copp and Matthias are more than capable of playing 4th line minutes and playing them well, and petan or Dano would do fine with them. No matter what small moves are made with our offense, it is going to stay top 10 in the league.

Our offense definitely isn't going to be something that gives us a lottery pick lol.

 

[Hunter368]

I see no big or flashy message moves, only minor or bargin basement moves knowing Chevy.

 

[Weezeric]

I disagree. That forward line-up is fine. Connor is really good, and paired with vets like Little and Wheeler he'll be productive. That group of 4th liners are ready enough. Maybe slot Matthias in. He'd be better than a lot if free agent options willing to come for a year or two.

This, Connor next year will be basically what Ehlers was this year. He just got sent down because he could as a 19 yr old whereas Ehlers couldn't be put in the ahl. I expect 50p for Connor, maybe more.

 

[Eyeseeing]

I'll take that bet. We make the playoffs with Mo next year.

Hmmm depends on what happens off season me thinks...

 

[Mortimer Snerd]

The Jets have 3 clear holes in their lineup: legit starter in net, 3C, and a 2nd pairing LHD.

I expect Chevy will settle for a backup tender who will split time with Helle and ignore addressing the other two.

What's wrong with our options at 3C?

I'm not happy with the way Maurice has constructed and used our 3rd and 4th lines but I don't see the problem as a lack of the personnel for the job.

I would prefer to get a 2LD with a future with the Jets but a solid upgrade on the 3rd pair could do wonders. I think Toby and Buff are probably still good together.

Still, it is nice to dream. Pencil in:
Bernier
Bonino
Smith
I think that would be a lineup that could compete with the best.

 

[Mortimer Snerd]

Yup, the jets really need to make 0 changes to their top 6F or top 4D. That's better than many teams. Pick up a veteran backup and a depth d and I'll be happy.

The main change I hope to see next year is to figure out the 3rd line. What is it going to be? A defensive shutdown line that plays against the opponents top line or a 3rd offensive line? I don't really care either way as long as they execute it.

I didn't think there was any question there. Maurice will go back to MLA. He loves his shut down line.

4th line is a place to park a few specialists. It will have a PK'er, a PP'er and a helmet puncher. They will play 4-5 min/gm at 5v5.

 

[Mortimer Snerd]

I'd like a third line with Perreault and Armia on the wings.

Top six...

Ehlers--Scheifele-Laine
Connor-Little-Wheeler

That should give the Jets depth and balance up front.

4th line a mix of Copp, Petan, Roslovic, Dano, etc.

That 3rd line depends somewhat on who centres it.

Please don't do the same to Roslovic as has been done to Petan. If he can't win a top 9 spot leave him in the A - playing C.

 

[nobody important]

What's wrong with our options at 3C?

I'm not happy with the way Maurice has constructed and used our 3rd and 4th lines but I don't see the problem as a lack of the personnel for the job.

I would prefer to get a 2LD with a future with the Jets but a solid upgrade on the 3rd pair could do wonders. I think Toby and Buff are probably still good together.

Still, it is nice to dream. Pencil in:
Bernier
Bonino
Smith
I think that would be a lineup that could compete with the best.

You just named 3 guys I don't want on the Jets. Bonino disgusts me with his soccer-worthy antics, sounds like Smith is a pylon and as for Bernier...

 

[Mortimer Snerd]

I disagree. That forward line-up is fine. Connor is really good, and paired with vets like Little and Wheeler he'll be productive. That group of 4th liners are ready enough. Maybe slot Matthias in. He'd be better than a lot if free agent options willing to come for a year or two.

I don't like your bottom 6 Whileee. It isn't about Connor. It is about what kinds of lines we should have at 3 & 4.

Connor/MP - Petan/Roslovic - Armia can make up a good 3rd line that can score.

Copp/Matthias - Lowry/Copp - Matthias/Dano can make a good 4th line that can actually play 8-10 min at 5v5. It will even score a few goals.

One of those players has to go to VGK but there are enough options there to fill the space fairly seamlessly.

Connor and Perreault can be swapped whenever the time comes.

 

[puck stoppa]

Me too.



Top pairing defenceman? What don't you aim a little higher?



I'd be happy with Raanta. The only thing that gives me pause is the fact that the Blackhawks had an opportunity to put his name on the cup and didn't.

Why? Who did he **** off?



This is the correct answer.

I'm pretty sure backups don't get their name on the cup unless they play.

 

[Weezeric]

I don't like your bottom 6 Whileee. It isn't about Connor. It is about what kinds of lines we should have at 3 & 4.

Connor/MP - Petan/Roslovic - Armia can make up a good 3rd line that can score.

Copp/Matthias - Lowry/Copp - Matthias/Dano can make a good 4th line that can actually play 8-10 min ar 5v5. It will even score a few goals.

One of those players has to go to VGK but there are enough options there to fill the space fairly seamlessly.

Connor and Perreault can be swapped whenever the time comes.

I understand not having a 4th line that plays <5 mins but do you really want a 4th line playing 10 mins 5v5?? I want my top 6 playing 18-20 minimum. That only leaves 22 mins for the bottom six.

 

[Mortimer Snerd]

You just named 3 guys I don't want on the Jets. Bonino disgusts me with his soccer-worthy antics, sounds like Smith is a pylon and as for Bernier...

I seem to be alone in liking Bernier but, come on! The guy had 1 bad, no not bad, mediocre season. That season would still have been an improvement in all but 1 Jets season. The rest of his career has been good.

Name any other available starter you like. For the point of this post I deliberately avoided naming any of the unproven backups that we hope would be the next Talbot. It has to be an actual, not projected NHL starter. Mason has been more inconsistent than Bernier. MAF isn't actually available yet, though I expect him to be.

Bonino has his warts but he is the best 3C available in FA this year. He is a legit 3C and scores like it.

I am hearing some negativity for Smith but he is still the best D available and his numbers are very good.

The OP wanted a G, a 3C and a 2LD. I took the best proven ones available in FA to meet his requirements.

 

[DRW204]

some one mentioned Derek Forbort from the LA Kings. Id try and workout a deal for him. Muzzin i think would cost to much, but for a 2nd pairing D i think Forbort could step in. Wouldn't touch Brendan Smith for a 10 ft pole.

I could get behind a 3C who could play 2C in a pinch (Little and Perrault injuries are inevitable it seems), and it would push Lowry down to 4C.

Wouldn't hurt to see a guy with playoff and SC experience come in as the jets have none outside of Buff.

 

[alchemyindex]

I expect a lot of action, but it coming via trading forward prospects.

There's not enough room on the Moose for everyone. Fully expect 2-4 players being moved for a LSD & a UFA signing at goal.

I dunno about that Moose statement... I for one wouldn't mind seeing the Moose win some meaningful games. I also didn't know who half the team was by the end of the season because we had so many ECHL/pro try-out guys.

 

[surixon]

This team really only has 3 needs:

Goaltender: I feel one of Elliot, Bernier or Johnson will ne picked up in UFA.

Good depth forward that can PK. I see a trade for Hansen or a FA signing similar to Matthias.

2nd/3rd pair LD: I see a trade with Vegas during the expansion draft to address this if they so choose.

 

[CaptainChef]

Throughout his history here, Chevy has survived with little to no summer moves. When he has gone out & got some UFAs, they've generally been bad moves.

Time to get on your high horse & take this team where it deserves to be. No more waiting...waiting....waiting for prospects to develope. We've reached the stage where we need a real manager, not a pretender.

 

[CaptainChef]

Yup, the jets really need to make 0 changes to their top 6F or top 4D. That's better than many teams. Pick up a veteran backup and a depth d and I'll be happy.

The main change I hope to see next year is to figure out the 3rd line. What is it going to be? A defensive shutdown line that plays against the opponents top line or a 3rd offensive line? I don't really care either way as long as they execute it.

And to this I agree as well. Not a ton of moves required, just the right moves. No more yearning for UFAs like Strait. We don't need a heck of a lot to get us to the next level, but we need a few smart moves & a dang good idea (not a maybe) on where we're heading with Trouba.