Boston Bruins All Bruins Trade/Free Agent Rumours/Suggestions 2018

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What I don't understand about getting Panarin is that he's a left winger, no? We have Marchand, Donato, Debrusk on the left side. Heinen also shoots left.

 

[Drift]

What I don't understand about getting Panarin is that he's a left winger, no? We have Marchand, Donato, Debrusk on the left side. Heinen also shoots left.

I believe Skinner is to

 

[bp13]

I can't speak for others, but I didn't expect any of those guys to make the team next year. Not sure why that's sad, they weren't top5 picks, and the Bruins had two teenagers in their top4 last year.

Different players develop differently. Johnny Boychuk didn't pop until his late 20's. I don't think that will be the case with those three but I consider "normal" development for players to be 1 full year in the AHL to get your feet wet, a second year in the AHL to dominate and some call-ups/time in the NHL. It's not until that third year of pro hockey that I start to have "expectations" on guys cracking the roster and contributing. You get guys who pop early but that was Marchand's path and he's doing okay. Krejci too. I think the path can be a little different for college players who turn pro when they're older/more physically developed, but to me, that's your "typical" development path from juniors. All three of those defensemen are just entering their second year as pro's so for them to be "on schedule" I would like to see them have dominant seasons this year in Providence, and get a few calls up to Boston.

Sorry Bill by “next year” I had in mind 2019-2020. In other words, we now have 4 LD for this coming year with the 5 year deal for Moore. Not sure why we needed to make that signing unless they planned to ship one of Gryz/Krug our or they felt like none of those kids would be ready the following season. And to me, 1-2 of those kids ought to be ready 3-5 years after being drafted right? Is that really unfair?

 

[Trap Jesus]

What I don't understand about getting Panarin is that he's a left winger, no? We have Marchand, Donato, Debrusk on the left side. Heinen also shoots left.

He's a RH shot, but does play on the left side. Yeah, Panarin is the type of guy you just let play in the spot he's most comfortable in. He's one of the rare wingers that can drive a line by himself, so maybe put him on the "3rd line" with Donato and someone else if you don't want to break Krejci/DeBrusk up (assuming they wouldn't be part of the deal).

 

[Trap Jesus]

I'm confused as to why there isn't a lot of talk about Mark Stone. One of the better, more complete wingers in the league without a contract at the moment (RFA), and that team is in absolute turmoil.

 

[tonino2424]

What I don't understand about getting Panarin is that he's a left winger, no? We have Marchand, Donato, Debrusk on the left side. Heinen also shoots left.

He might be able to play both LW and RW as he is right handed.

 

[tonino2424]

I'm confused as to why there isn't a lot of talk about Mark Stone. One of the better, more complete wingers in the league without a contract at the moment (RFA), and that team is in absolute turmoil.

Agreed.

 

[bob27]

I'm confused as to why there isn't a lot of talk about Mark Stone. One of the better, more complete wingers in the league without a contract at the moment (RFA), and that team is in absolute turmoil.

I would definitely throw an offer sheet over there. Big frontloaded money as well to dissuade Ottawa from matching. Getting him via trade will probably be difficult since Ottawa has explicitly stated that they won't trade within division.

 

[Montecristo]

What I don't understand about getting Panarin is that he's a left winger, no? We have Marchand, Donato, Debrusk on the left side. Heinen also shoots left.

Panarin is a right shot left wing. They could try him at right and see how it goes.

 

[bruins4thecup65]

The Lucic rumor coming back to Boston was posted on Facebook by Haggerty. I did not click on the link so maybe it was fake news idk.

Ps: you asked to post a link but that is impossible since he thread was locked.

 

[PlayMakers]

For every Johnny Boychuk, how many defensemen never make a contribution in the NHL and their delayed development schedule is more of a reflection of their ability than anything else.

Boychuk is such a rarity he's probably counter productive to use as an example.

I'm sure there are lots of them, but my point is we're not there yet. I would not characterize their development as delayed after 1 year of pro hockey.

 

[CHRDANHUTCH]

I would definitely throw an offer sheet over there. Big frontloaded money as well to dissuade Ottawa from matching. Getting him via trade will probably be difficult since Ottawa has explicitly stated that they won't trade within division.

and that's why offer sheets don't work....

 

[CHRDANHUTCH]

I would definitely throw an offer sheet over there. Big frontloaded money as well to dissuade Ottawa from matching. Getting him via trade will probably be difficult since Ottawa has explicitly stated that they won't trade within division.

offer sheets are highly discouraged

 

[bruins4thecup65]

I would welcome Lucic back if it involved Backes going the other way at even money.

Creativity.

 

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He's a RH shot, but does play on the left side. Yeah, Panarin is the type of guy you just let play in the spot he's most comfortable in. He's one of the rare wingers that can drive a line by himself, so maybe put him on the "3rd line" with Donato and someone else if you don't want to break Krejci/DeBrusk up (assuming they wouldn't be part of the deal).

In that case, I'd be more interested. I'm sure he could play on the right side.

What to give up? Seems like Bruins would offer something like Heinen and Zboril. Not sure I'd go higher. I mean, Heinen is almost as good as Saad and much younger/cheaper.

 

[Mainehockey33]

What about Seguin? He could play RW if that’s what we need, or center if/when Krejci is traded. I can’t see him staying in Dallas after his contract is up next summer. It’s crazy and won’t happen but he’d be way better then Skinner.

 

[TCB]

The Lucic rumor coming back to Boston was posted on Facebook by Haggerty. I did not click on the link so maybe it was fake news idk.

There's been different hear-say of Looch wanting out of Edmonton. What PC has vehemently denied but given the chance of getting out from under that contract he would do it in a heartbeat. So Im sure he's listening, to anything or anyone who's remotely interested but if I'm Boston Id pass, unless Puljujarvi a first and Nurse are coming with and their taking Backes contract back.

 

[Ratty]

I believe Skinner is to

So is Cehlarik.
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[CHRDANHUTCH]

the Seguin/Lucic ship has sailed, folks.... you wouldn't have dealt them if there weren't issues there, remember who has to be convinced to bring either back, and if Neely hasn't changed his mind on either player and why those decisions were ultimately made.

 

[TCB]

What about Seguin? He could play RW if that’s what we need, or center if/when Krejci is traded. I can’t see him staying in Dallas after his contract is up next summer. It’s crazy and won’t happen but he’d be way better then Skinner.

Seguin would be great but I'd be surprised if he doesn't re-sign with Dallas even before the season is under-way. Seguin has become one of the best two-way centers in the league. He's really has committed to playing both ends of the ice and has gotten way better in the face-off circle.

 

[Mainehockey33]

the Seguin/Lucic ship has sailed, folks.... you wouldn't have dealt them if there weren't issues there, remember who has to be convinced to bring either back, and if Neely hasn't changed his mind on either player and why those decisions were ultimately made.

Chiarelli would. He also traded Hall for Larson. It’s a completely different regime now with Sweeney and Cassidy.

 

[bruins4thecup65]

There's been different hear-say of Looch wanting out of Edmonton. What PC has vehemently denied but given the chance of getting out from under that contract he would do it in a heartbeat. So Im sure he's listening, to anything or anyone who's remotely interested but if I'm Boston Id pass, unless Puljujarvi a first and Nurse are coming with and their taking Backes contract back.

Totally agree but Krug would have to be included to make that deal happen.

 

[Mainehockey33]

Seguin would be great but I'd be surprised if he doesn't re-sign with Dallas even before the season is under-way. Seguin has become one of the best two-way centers in the league. He's really has committed to playing both ends of the ice and has gotten way better in the face-off circle.

Yeah who knew he’d improve so much at his natural position if given the chance?

I don’t know, I just watched a promo thing he did for the Stars and you can tell he wants to win. He also keeps in touch with the 2011 cup team, even Horton and Recchi. It’s pretty pie in the sky but Seguin would be great on this team.

 

[CHRDANHUTCH]

Chiarelli would. He also traded Hall for Larson. It’s a completely different regime now with Sweeney and Cassidy.

Neely was involved with Seguin

 

[KnightofBoston]

Lucic for Backes makes us worse

Backes at 80% for 60 games is better than Lucic in any capacity

It’s not 2009 anymore folks. Hell its not even 2013 anymore