2013 New Jersey Devils (Team News, Player Discussion - Part V)

[Holtz My Bahls]

Wow the first time I've thrown up since 1999, and Cam Janssen put on waivers. This really is a rare day.

feel better!

 

[Cowbell232]

It means they're buying extra time... Is it specifically his 6th game kills the contract? They could keep him up another 3-5 practices to make a choice. See how quick Henrique gets into form? I don't even know anymore.

 

[Richer's Ghost]

Tom Gulitti ‏@TGfireandice

Lamoriello on Matteau: "“He will not be going back immediately and we’re not going to let his contract status get in the way."


What does that even mean haha...

It means he's not getting sent down, but he's not going to play either.

 

[DevilsAnimal*]

This put in a damn claim Lou!

This please

a second Carter

 

[KohoDonuts88]

It's his 6th game played that locks in the contract year. Nothing stopping him from sticking around for another couple of days. Typical Lou, he's not going to let a deadline get in his way of making a decision.

 

[CerebralGenesis]

It means they're buying extra time... Is it specifically his 6th game kills the contract? They could keep him up another 3-5 practices to make a choice. See how quick Henrique gets into form? I don't even know anymore.

O crap I didn't even think about that.

If it's just his 6th game played then they could use that spot from Janssen and sign Darche and just scratch Matteau until Henrique can play.

Pretty clever, and pretty odd if true.

 

[Cowbell232]

I said this already today: "When you have time on your side, you use it."

So, what does Lou do? Creates time. Figures.

 

[ScottyK]

Tom Gulitti ‏@TGfireandice
Lamoriello said Janssen was placed on waivers to create roster flexibility and Henrique is now day to day. Those 2 players seem connected.

 

[Cowbell232]

What's the window on sending Cam down after clearing waivers? A day, a week?

Definitely adds flexibility the longer that window is.

 

[ScottyK]

What's the window on sending Cam down after clearing waivers? A day, a week?

Definitely adds flexibility the longer that window is.

isn't it something weird like 24 days or 10 games ? whichever comes first.

 

[Rob Nieds work ethic]

Tom Gulitti ‏@TGfireandice

Lamoriello on Matteau: "“He will not be going back immediately and we’re not going to let his contract status get in the way."


What does that even mean haha...

He's staying, and he's contract status is not an obstacle, they'll sacrifice one year of it.

 

[Bleedred]

feel better!

Thanks again!

I wish I played the lottery with this!

 

[CerebralGenesis]

Wow so if Matteau can't play and Henrique is still working his way back in, then Janssen and Barch both have to play tomorrow unless you dress 7 D.

Goodness gracious.

 

[Cowbell232]

Wow so if Matteau can't play and Henrique is still working his way back in, then Janssen and Barch both have to play tomorrow unless you dress 7 D.

Goodness gracious.

Don't be shocked to see Harrold on the wing...

 

[CerebralGenesis]

Don't be shocked to see Harrold on the wing...

If they are really going to do that and leave Darche unsigned then you have to play Harrold, Janssen, or Larsson with Barch. Definitely don't like the way that looks. If that persists into the weekend it is going to be ugly.

 

[Richer 44]

Hey Lou

 

[Devils Trap]

Jesse Spector ‏@jessespector
What options are there other than "play" or "not play?" Are the Devils going to launch Matteau into space? That would still be "not play."

Funny Spector. Very Funny

 

[ScottyK]

Jesse Spector ‏@jessespector
What options are there other than "play" or "not play?" Are the Devils going to launch Matteau into space? That would still be "not play."

Guessing Lou keeps him around until he sees if he can make a trade for a forward or not. If he can make a deal then Stef goes back...if he can't then Stef likely stays. I think the team would rather burn a yr of Matteau's deal than sign Darche TBH

 

[Devils Trap]

Guessing Lou keeps him around until he sees if he can make a trade for a forward or not. If he can make a deal then Stef goes back...if he can't then Stef likely stays. I think the team would rather burn a yr of Matteau's deal than sign Darche TBH

I think Matteau played his best game yesterday soo far. Didnt score but looked really good

 

[CerebralGenesis]

I'm pretty impartial of Mytoe this season either way. He should be a 3rd liner or so and probably won't make a whole ton of impact. Difference is Darche wouldn't either but a trade would bump players down and allow Clarkson/Zubrus to.

 

[Wingman77]

 

[tycobb]

I think Matteau played his best game yesterday soo far. Didnt score but looked really good

Matteau has played 8:28 a game. I see no reason why you burn a year of contract for a player that can't play significant minutes for the team.

 

[Richer 44]

I think Matteau played his best game yesterday soo far. Didnt score but looked really good

I don't disagree but he really hasn't contributed much overall and itsn't worthy of taking up time with Zajac and Kovy. We need someone in that role that is going to contribute and fast. Henrique will be a welcome addition for sure but I just don't see it being worth it to keep the kid up for 8 min a game.

 

[Jack Griffin]

Let's not forget that Matteau is 18, has only been with the team for a little over 2 weeks, is playing in a new system and in the NHL for the first time. Considering the circumstances he's done a pretty good job. He's only going to get better if they decide to keep him.

 

[NJDevs26]

Only Lou could turn routine roster moves into palace intrigue