GDT: 2018 NHL Draft

[Wolfpuck]

I'm expecting Bettman to troll everybody with a trade announcement before the 1st or 2nd pick that has nothing to do with that pick. I'll laugh hysterically if it is before the first pick and probably stop breathing if it is before the second.

"How can I get booed more than I've ever been booed before?"

 

[Joe McGrath]

I'm expecting Bettman to troll everybody with a trade announcement before the 1st or 2nd pick that has nothing to do with that pick. I'll laugh hysterically if it is before the first pick and probably stop breathing if it is before the second.

He should do that, crotch chop, mic drop and just leave the building.

 

[DaveG]

I'm expecting Bettman to troll everybody with a trade announcement before the 1st or 2nd pick that has nothing to do with that pick. I'll laugh hysterically if it is before the first pick and probably stop breathing if it is before the second.

"How can I get booed more than I've ever been booed before?"

*just before the second pick*
"We have a trade to announce. THE CAROLINA HURRICANES. HAVE TRADED.... Tyler Ganly for a 2019 7th round pick, Carolina is still on the clock".

 

[ONO94]

I hope we draft Grayson Allen.

And the resulting two minute penalty for tripping will be longer than his punishment from Coach K

 

[ONO94]

While Halgo is a quality Polish Market--it may be easier for him to go to J. Betski's in Raleigh...J. Betskis | Delicious cuisine and fine beverages of Central and Eastern Europe

They are Polish and German but will usually have Borscht in the cooler months.

 

[WreckingCrew]

I'm expecting Bettman to troll everybody with a trade announcement before the 1st or 2nd pick that has nothing to do with that pick. I'll laugh hysterically if it is before the first pick and probably stop breathing if it is before the second.

"Ladies and gentlemen, we have a trade to announce...

...the Carolina Hurricanes have decided to trade their 2nd...

*microphone cuts off for several minutes as crews try to get it working*

...their 2nd round pick............"

 

[Lempo]

We laugh now.

 

[Svechhammer]

You all are making my stress level rise already

 

[Lempo]

So, for the night, remember that the feeling when you actually can't say anything and feel like some guy has his fist up your... is called hyperventriloquism.

 

[GoldiFox]

LeBrun reporting that Skinner interest is parked until Kovalchuk is decided. Many of the interested teams see them as comparably desirable it would seem (although Kovalchuk is free asset-wise).

Kovalchuk, Free Agency, and July 1 bonuses could hold up the market.

 

[DaveG]

LeBrun reporting that Skinner interest is parked until Kovalchuk is decided. Many of the interested teams see them as comparably desirable it would seem (although Kovalchuk is free asset-wise).

Kovalchuk, Free Agency, and July 1 bonuses could hold up the market.

It's like there's moments where I actually know what the f*** I'm talking about. That or a blind squirrel finds an acorn every now and then, either or.

 

[bleedgreen]

Headed into tonight I’m surprisingly feeling the same way I’ve felt the whole time approaching this draft. I’m fine with any of Svech, Zadina or Tkachuk. As long as it’s one of those three I’m pretty pumped.

Normally I change my mind five times. I expected to have a more definite favorite. I like Svech and am pretty happy he’s seemingly going to get picked, I’m just not convinced the other two won’t have equal or better careers from where they are now.

 

[bleedgreen]

I'm expecting Bettman to troll everybody with a trade announcement before the 1st or 2nd pick that has nothing to do with that pick. I'll laugh hysterically if it is before the first pick and probably stop breathing if it is before the second.

Isn’t that how he usually does it?

Always freaks everyone out!

 

[cptjeff]

Could do worse than Anderson. Work him into a Karlsson deal and baby you got a stew goin.

I'm sure he'll enjoy the storm squad. Of course, now that he's married, I'm sure he won't be looking.

 

[DaveG]

I'm sure he'll enjoy the storm squad. Of course, now that he's married, I'm sure he won't be looking.

Still one of the greatest photos in franchise history, right up there with Kirk Muller being in the way.

 

[A Star is Burns]

LeBrun reporting that Skinner interest is parked until Kovalchuk is decided. Many of the interested teams see them as comparably desirable it would seem (although Kovalchuk is free asset-wise).

Kovalchuk, Free Agency, and July 1 bonuses could hold up the market.

I won't be surprised if we don't see more moves until then, but I do find it hard to believe that every team interested in Skinner also wants Kovalchuk and that Kovalchuk is interested in every one of those teams. It seems like someone could still be interested enough in Skinner to swoop in and grab him while the other suitors are distracted.

 

[CanesFanBudMan]

I won't be surprised if we don't see more moves until then, but I do find it hard to believe that every team interested in Skinner also wants Kovalchuk and that Kovalchuk is interested in every one of those teams. It seems like someone could still be interested enough in Skinner to swoop in and grab him while the other suitors are distracted.

Thinking the holdup may be coming from our side - the more teams that are willing to pull the trigger he higher the price could go

 

[A Star is Burns]

Maybe, but if they know what teams are interested in Skinner as a fall back, I'd think they have a decent idea about the value they're dealing with. That's why I think it'd be easy if the right team steps up before then.

 

[DaveG]

Maybe, but if they know what teams are interested in Skinner as a fall back, I'd think they have a decent idea about the value they're dealing with. That's why I think it'd be easy if the right team steps up before then.

On the other hand there's no real way to maximize returns if it's easier for the other side to call your bluff.
"Well, I know you offered a 1st and an A prospect, but we want a young goalie as well"
"OK, we'll be in touch with Kovalchuk's agent, good luck with that"

 

[Boom Boom Apathy]

I'm sure he'll enjoy the storm squad. Of course, now that he's married, I'm sure he won't be looking.

That's not how it works.

 

[Boom Boom Apathy]

Simple solution. Sign Kovalchuk and take him out of the equation.

 

[DaveG]

That's not how it works.

Trust this man, he knows all about hotness when it comes to having a wife.

 

[A Star is Burns]

On the other hand there's no real way to maximize returns if it's easier for the other side to call your bluff.
"Well, I know you offered a 1st and an A prospect, but we want a young goalie as well"
"OK, we'll be in touch with Kovalchuk's agent, good luck with that"

Well obviously. We don't need to be in a rush to trade him, so that won't be a big deal. We'd just wait it out. Sometimes teams will come to reasonable terms without that leverage I'm sure.

 

[MinJaBen]

Tick. Tick. Tick....

 

[Boom Boom Apathy]

Are we there yet? Are we there yet? Are we there yet?