Brock Nelson

[BillD]

Didn't one of the players speak directly to Wang to ask for a slight extension for Bailey? I don't know if that happened for Josh, but it did happen to one of the Group II hold outs a few years ago. Wang granted the extension with the explanation that it was a one time thing ONLY because one of the players requested it on behalf of the team.

I recall that and it was early in Wang's ownership. I believe it was a young Chara who was given a pass.

 

[CREW99AW]

I disagree. I don't think he's doing anything wrong. Also, this whole sign by camp or sit out the whole year is a BS policy by the Isles. Don't know how the NHLPA isn't all over this. I think he will sign at the last second, but this policy is BS.

Wang has owned the team since 2000.

In 15 yrs, the isles have had 1 player locked out for the whole season.
Even that player, Bergenheim, came back to play several more yrs in the organization.

Those numbers just do not support your comment ,that it is a BS policy. It has done it's job, kept rfa holdouts down.

 

[Lame Lambert]

I'm not against it actually, prevents holdouts which are always a distraction. The coach and GM and players know the team they have the day camp starts, period.

Exactly. Without that rule Nelson would have some leverage, now he doesn't. Really important in the salary cap era.

 

[warrior60]

Exactly. Without that rule Nelson would have some leverage, now he doesn't. Really important in the salary cap era.

If it is so important why doesn't any other team in the NHL have this rule.

 

[warrior60]

Wang has owned the team since 2000.

In 15 yrs, the isles have had 1 player locked out for the whole season.
Even that player, Bergenheim, came back to play several more yrs in the organization.

Those numbers just do not support your comment ,that it is a BS policy. It has done it's job, kept rfa holdouts down.[/QUOTE
Islander fans better get use to these holdouts because you are going to deal with them a lot in the next few years.

 

[CREW99AW]

Wang has owned the team since 2000.

In 15 yrs, the isles have had 1 player locked out for the whole season.
Even that player, Bergenheim, came back to play several more yrs in the organization.

Those numbers just do not support your comment ,that it is a BS policy. It has done it's job, kept rfa holdouts down.[/QUOTE
Islander fans better get use to these holdouts because you are going to deal with them a lot in the next few years.

Training camp does not open until Sept. 17th.
Today is Sept 13, How about we wait until Nelson is actually holding out/locked out, before climbing on tbe ledge?

And having had 1 locked out player in 15 yrs, I am not convinced that we are going to see a bunch of locked out , nyi rfa over tbe next several yrs.
Other then some hunch, what makes you to think this?

 

[warrior60]

Training camp does not open until Sept. 17th.
Today is Sept 13, How about we wait until Nelson is actually holding out/locked out, before climbing on tbe ledge?

And having had 1 locked out player in 15 yrs, I am not convinced that we are going to see a bunch of locked out , nyi rfa over tbe next several yrs.
Other then some hunch, what makes you to think this?

All these first round draft picks are going to demand a lot more then the 4-5th rounders his is use to dealing with.

 

[PWJunior]

All these first round draft picks are going to demand a lot more then the 4-5th rounders his is use to dealing with.

Strome will be the only one looking for a new deal next year. After him, it's going to be a couple of years before any of the 1st rounders will be finishing their ELC's. Where's the problem here because I'm not seeing it.

 

[Lame Lambert]

If it is so important why doesn't any other team in the NHL have this rule.

I didn't say the rule is, I said leverage is. Reading comprehension is an amazing skill.

 

[LeapOnOver]

All these first round draft picks are going to demand a lot more then the 4-5th rounders his is use to dealing with.

Islanders have been getting high first round picks for the last 15 years lol....too many of us are used to it. Don't know why you are acting like suddenly we have a plethora of first round picks to deal with. You already sound like speaking with a lack of knowledge of the franchise...

 

[blitzkriegs]

If it is so important why doesn't any other team in the NHL have this rule.

Maybe this team feels it is important.

 

[CREW99AW]

All these first round draft picks are going to demand a lot more then the 4-5th rounders his is use to dealing with.

I think you are getting ahead of yourself, worrying about contract issues yrs before they happen.

 

[islescoop]

What is everyone's prediction? Just sign an identical contract to Anders Lee and let's move on...

 

[TheWhiteWhale30]

What is everyone's prediction? Just sign an identical contract to Anders Lee and let's move on...

Prediction is either A) He signs B) He gets traded to FLA for another RFA in the same position. Huberdeau. Quite frankly id rather see B)

 

[IceAce]

Prediction is either A) He signs B) He gets traded to FLA for another RFA in the same position. Huberdeau. Quite frankly id rather see B)

LOL They'd give Snow the GM of the Year Trophy the minute Huberdeau touched down in NY. No way that one's happening

Maybe Brock had a really good Week 1 on DraftKings, and feels he can hold out longer?

 

[Islanders1932]

I hate when young players think they are owed everything. He can sit for all I care. Let your play do the talking and earn your contact rather than it handed to you because of potential

 

[TheWhiteWhale30]

LOL They'd give Snow the GM of the Year Trophy the minute Huberdeau touched down in NY. No way that one's happening

Maybe Brock had a really good Week 1 on DraftKings, and feels he can hold out longer?

Don't be so sure about that. We have plenty of movable pieces. Wether it be roster players like Grabner or a prospect or BST or draft picks. You seem to have quickly forgotten what Snow is capable of. Will it happen prob not..can it ? Absolutely and without hurting our team. Huberdeau for Nelson + Grabner + 3rd pick in 2016. That's not far off from a done deal on both sides.

 

[MJF]

I recall that and it was early in Wang's ownership. I believe it was a young Chara who was given a pass.

It was Chara who got the reprieve. In 2000 a group of players led by John Vanbiesbrouck lobbied Charles Wang to relent and allow Zdeno Chara to play even though he didn't sign by the Wang-imposed deadline.

http://www.nydailynews.com/archives...ve-isles-sign-chara-isbister-article-1.887978

 

[Riseonfire]

What is everyone's prediction? Just sign an identical contract to Anders Lee and let's move on...

He should sign the presumable 1-year 'Prove it' deal like Lee had, and THEN sign a similar contract.

I think he'll sign. Him and his agent are just playing their part. I'm not worried.

 

[Strummergas]

It was Chara who got the reprieve. In 2000 a group of players led by John Vanbiesbrouck lobbied Charles Wang to relent and allow Zdeno Chara to play even though he didn't sign by the Wang-imposed deadline.

http://www.nydailynews.com/archives...ve-isles-sign-chara-isbister-article-1.887978

Thanks for that. Wow, 15 years ago!

 

[blitzkriegs]

It was Chara who got the reprieve. In 2000 a group of players led by John Vanbiesbrouck lobbied Charles Wang to relent and allow Zdeno Chara to play even though he didn't sign by the Wang-imposed deadline.

http://www.nydailynews.com/archives...ve-isles-sign-chara-isbister-article-1.887978

And was eventually traded...

 

[islesfan3913]

Prediction is either A) He signs B) He gets traded to FLA for another RFA in the same position. Huberdeau. Quite frankly id rather see B)

That would be such a Garth Snow move too

 

[Brunomics]

It was Chara who got the reprieve. In 2000 a group of players led by John Vanbiesbrouck lobbied Charles Wang to relent and allow Zdeno Chara to play even though he didn't sign by the Wang-imposed deadline.

http://www.nydailynews.com/archives...ve-isles-sign-chara-isbister-article-1.887978

It's funny how back then the deadline was used because the owner wanted to lowball the **** out of players and force them to take a bad deal. Now it's just to get everyone in camp on time(I doubt Snow's lowballing him).

 

[RMimagery]

Nice to see Brock getting some recognition (for not getting enough recognition)...

http://thehockeywriters.com/the-5-most-underrated-forwards-in-the-nhl/

Just sign on the dotted line and get that 6'3" frame to camp already.

 

[TheWhiteWhale30]

Nice to see Brock getting some recognition (for not getting enough recognition)...

http://thehockeywriters.com/the-5-most-underrated-forwards-in-the-nhl/

Just sign on the dotted line and get that 6'3" frame to camp already.

I'm happy to see my Sock Melson caught on ha

Ahh you edited it back to Brock lol oh well.