Player Discussion David Backes IV

[Blowfish]

Is he injured? Playing tomorrow?

 

[Dr Hook]

Is he injured? Playing tomorrow?

He didn't get hurt last night- went down to the quiet room after he took that hit to the face, but came back and played the third period.

 

[mflo77]

must be very difficult for a fast winger to play with backes. he cant create, cant hold on to the puck for the extra second to make a pass or create space. i doubt any winger on his line will crack 15 goals. i hope i am wrong.

 

[Marcobruin]

The only thing that a player like backes should be heading for is Buyout.. totally unproductive and totally a waste of money..
Im not going to mince words on his take..
Get going backes or get going out of the NHl.

 

[Rumpy]

Bruins can’t afford a buy out. Time to pony up and make someone take him with prospects or picks.

 

[TwineTickler]

He should be 4th line W or press box, unless he can show more than he has thus far. He is way too slow to play C and it also exposes him open ice hits/head shots, which isn't good for his health. They have to solve that 3C problem (or 2C if we can grab a guy and slot Krejci down) soon.

 

[Mick Riddleton]

So with what 'neelynugs' said - after July 1st next year if he wants to still play, the Bruins have to be aware of all the scenarios. They could move him at that price of just 2.5 a year. They could trade him for a mid round pick, or retain salary. Problem is would another team want him if he does not improve, they have scouts watching games. The price tag would not be as much as we previously though, so it is doable.

Or he could walk away from 5 million on July 2nd without financial worry because he would have made 58.5 million dollars. Up to him and his young family. Is the next 50 plus years of a healthy life is worth a 5 million gamble, when you have close to 60 Million? Just a few weeks ago a 22 year old in BC, fell into the boards going for a line change in a Men's rec game - he sadly died.

 

[rocketdan9]

So is it Backes fault the third line stinks or because of his wingers?

 

[Dr Hook]

So is it Backes fault the third line stinks or because of his wingers?

It doesn't seem like any of it is really his fault in the sense that he can't turn back the clock on his body, and can't make himself any faster or more agile. He puts the effort in, and when the pace of play is slowed and he can be involved, he isn't that bad. When the game opens up, it's no good. Playing with Donato who is useless defensively and along the walls and in the corners at this point surely hasn't helped, and the other side hasn't been consistent for him either, but Backes is definitely a part of the problem.

 

[UncleRico]

So with what 'neelynugs' said - after July 1st next year if he wants to still play, the Bruins have to be aware of all the scenarios. They could move him at that price of just 2.5 a year. They could trade him for a mid round pick, or retain salary. Problem is would another team want him if he does not improve, they have scouts watching games. The price tag would not be as much as we previously though, so it is doable.

Or he could walk away from 5 million on July 2nd without financial worry because he would have made 58.5 million dollars. Up to him and his young family. Is the next 50 plus years of a healthy life is worth a 5 million gamble, when you have close to 60 Million? Just a few weeks ago a 22 year old in BC, fell into the boards going for a line change in a Men's rec game - he sadly died.

Lol no one is giving us a mid round pick for backes. It will likely cost us a 2nd round pick and a mid level prospect just for a team to take backes off our books.

 

[GordonHowe]

It doesn't seem like any of it is really his fault in the sense that he can't turn back the clock on his body, and can't make himself any faster or more agile. He puts the effort in, and when the pace of play is slowed and he can be involved, he isn't that bad. When the game opens up, it's no good. Playing with Donato who is useless defensively and along the walls and in the corners at this point surely hasn't helped, and the other side hasn't been consistent for him either, but Backes is definitely a part of the problem.

It's too bad. I'm a fan, but this is the end of the road, certainly as far as the Bruins go.

B's better solve their line 2 & 3 woes, pronto.

 

[Trap Jesus]

I like Backes but this contract is working out as poorly as it can be really. Shouldn't come as a shock though.

 

[Blowfish]

Any updates on mysterious injury?

 

[Gee Wally]

Bruins’ David Backes a late scratch, concussion feared - The Boston Globe

 

[Saxon Eric]

He's a proud guy and has had a great career but it's time ,ideally they put him on IR for the next few years,he gets his money,his health and we get a roster spot plus cap savings,time to move on

 

[bbfan419]

they owe him $3M in bonus on july 1, 2019. after that, it's $5M in total dollars over his
final 2 years on the contract. i'm sure JJ will ensure sweeney kicks every tire before july 1,
but i doubt he's going anywhere until that bonus is paid.

Maybe they could offer to pay the bonus when the time comes?

 

[Sheppy]

Agreed. He's had a good, steady career for the role he plays...

That said, right now he's toasted. That $6M contract is just pure nasty.

 

[Chief Nine]

Agreed. He's had a good, steady career for the role he plays...

That said, right now he's toasted. That $6M contract is just pure nasty.

You said this about Chara too...

 

[Sheppy]

You said this about Chara too...

I did. A lot of people did.

 

[CaperJay]

He's not on the ice for practice in Ottawa

 

[Chief Nine]

I did. A lot of people did.

I know. Don't give on old #42 just yet. The guy's a warrior. I hope he still has some fuel in the tank. He's more than likely not gonna come anywhere close to fulfilling that contract but I hope he has at least one year (hopefully 2) left

 

[finchster]

Didn't want Backes when we signed him. Zero interest in signing a long term deal with a power forward over 30 years old. Well here we are where I feared.

 

[Cronuss]

That concussion at the end of the year last year looked bad. I can only assume he and his family are going to begin worrying about his health. This is also a problem because of the way he plays... if he isn't physical, he isn't effective. I like Backes on this team, and think he still has plenty to bring... but these concussions are bad news, and I think sadly he is probably done, or should be.

 

[TheReal13Linseman]

He's not merely "toast" at this point; he's burnt toast, as is the team this year barring a miracle.

 

[Sheppy]

There has to be some big decisions coming up with this team.

I don’t think they’re a winning team right now, and it sucks because Bergeron, Marchand, Chara, Krejci aren’t getting younger.

They’re at an odd stage right now. I think they need to make a serious trade or two... early rather than later.