SergioMomesso
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9 points in 23 games from a fourth liner who isn't afraid to fight and who even kills penalties. What's not to like?
Diamonddog01
Diamond in the rough
With the way he's playing I think a 2 to 3 year deal at 1.75M would be good. Doubt he'll take a paycut, he'll certainly get better offers than 1.3 or 1.5 on the open market imo.
Admitted last night in the GDT that I griped a little too hard over the trade for him in the summer.
He basically brings an intangible to the table that can't really be measured, and likely why he's earned himself a pretty handsome annual salary for a limited 4th line player.
I never doubted his ability to play the game, just that using highish picks on 4th liners is something I didn't like, but Benning targeted the right fit. Kudos to JB.
He basically brings an intangible to the table that can't really be measured, and likely why he's earned himself a pretty handsome annual salary for a limited 4th line player.
I never doubted his ability to play the game, just that using highish picks on 4th liners is something I didn't like, but Benning targeted the right fit. Kudos to JB.
me2
Go ahead foot
If he keeps up his play I wouldn't put a $2.5m offer from some team out of the question.
Diamonddog01
Diamond in the rough
It's true. A team desperate for some grit and upgrades to their bottom 6 could make a higher offer than 1.75. Edmonton for example...they've already have Gordon at 3 and Pouliot at 4
But hopefully he will take a modest paycut to stay with what appears to be a winner and to continue playing with his main man Willie D.
My guess would be 3 years at $1.7-1.9mil per. High price for a 4th line player, but having a guy like Dorsett means you don't need to carry a puncher, which has value in it's own right.
Really like the 4th line right now. Having 2 veteran, relentless forecheckers that skate well is good for Horvat.
a Fool
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Apparently the Nucks have started contract negotiations with Dorsett.
http://www.sportsnet.ca/hockey/nhl/contract-updates-canucks-ufa-forwards/
Not a fan of extending him. Where exactly does he fit when everyone is healthy? Benning and co. probably don't want to let him go after spending a 3rd round pick to acquire him in the first place.
http://www.sportsnet.ca/hockey/nhl/contract-updates-canucks-ufa-forwards/
Not a fan of extending him. Where exactly does he fit when everyone is healthy? Benning and co. probably don't want to let him go after spending a 3rd round pick to acquire him in the first place.
Fair point, but if we do re-sign him and his spot gets taken, we can trade him and recoup something next year, maybe not a 3rd, but something.
And if some of the young'uns stumble then he's not bad depth insurance to keep around.
Tyler Durden
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He has been playing really good as of late eh? A nice combination of points and good ole time rough hockey, you think he can keep this combo up?
I don't think Dorsett has played all that great as of late. Besides being a willing fighter, he hasn't offered much, because I think his skill level is ultimately holding him back. Since the Canucks roll 4 lines, he's not playing a typical grinder role but playing with Vey and Matthias. I think Kennins has made Dorsett somewhat expendable (except for Dorsett's fighting). I think the Canucks should try sitting him when Kassian comes back and see if Dorsett remains a team player before re-signing him. I think Dorsett is a good player to have, but perhaps not a player you dress every night.
I think Vey and Dorsett have looked pretty good together since reuniting. It helps Dorsett to play RW imo. Their CF% has rebounded from 45% to a respectable 49%. That's encouraging for both of them.
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