Devils 2019 offseason team discussion (news and notes) IIl

[MadDevil]

I don't see why we would be in on Myers anyway given that we already have Vatanen and Severson holding down top 4 spots on the right side.

 

[Stephen Gionta]

We don't need centers anymore with Hughes coming in

Hischier
Hughes
Zajac
Zacha
Coleman
Seney
McLeod

all can play center. We are in need of a winger more.

You forgot Rooney.

 

[Zajacs Bowl Cut]

You forgot Rooney.

did I? Or did I leave him out on purpose because he isn't needed any longer?

 

[Maine Fan]

did I? Or did I leave him out on purpose because he isn't needed any longer?

I am guessing you forgot of left him out on purpose.

 

[Billdo]

Eberle probably would like to get his old stats with Hall going again- those were his best years no? If it keeps Hall happy and Eberle isnt asking too much or too long - Id be willing to make that connection if we cant find a better winger like Panarin or Skinner. Problem is term for me not as much dollars.

Could maybe stand to add a bottom-6 vet but thats minor

The defense is the tricky part. Can we find a #2-3 at a price we can afford? Will they be RH or LH? Who?

Lastly, do we sign Butcher or include him in a deal? Or maybe sign him and have him play 3rd RD with Greene? If Smith cant play 2nd pair LHD though...

Eberle to me is almost a perfect fit.

Hall-Hischier-Eberle

Can call it the Ehh line.

 

[EnglishDevil]

Eberle is too soft for my taste, we don’t need more perimeter players with zero physical prowess.

I’d much rather sign Lee or Ferland if they’re available.

 

[R8Devs]

ferland just seems like a bad idea for a long term contract with the way he plays

 

[Stephen Gionta]

did I? Or did I leave him out on purpose because he isn't needed any longer?

I think you forgot him.

Rooney is definitely going to be a useful player for the Devils. I believe he is a lock to make the 23 man opening night roster.

 

[Stephen Gionta]

Eberle is too soft for my taste, we don’t need more perimeter players with zero physical prowess.

I’d much rather sign Lee or Ferland if they’re available.

I believe Eberle would be a great fit on the Hall and Hischier line.

Not interested in Ferland.

If Lee makes it to UFA, he's one of the guys I would go HARD after. We need a talented big body net front presence on the PP. Lee could also play RW with Hall and Hischier or play on Hughes LW. Or even center the 3rd line. Doesn't matter. If Lee doesn't extend with the Islanders by June 26, go after him HARD.

 

[Zajacs Bowl Cut]

I think you forgot him.

Rooney is definitely going to be a useful player for the Devils. I believe he is a lock to make the 23 man opening night roster.

God, I really hope not.

He stinks.

 

[Stephen Gionta]

God, I really hope not.

He stinks.

He is a good bottom 6 player

 

[Zajacs Bowl Cut]

He is a good bottom 6 player

hes really not. We have tons of better options for the bottom 6, including Zacha, Zajac, Wood, Coleman, Seney, Anderson, Bastian, & McLeod

Rooney should be in Bingo and an injury call up only.

 

[Patrik26]

I think you forgot him.

Rooney is definitely going to be a useful player for the Devils. I believe he is a lock to make the 23 man opening night roster.

Rooney should be above Seney and McLeod.

 

[Zajacs Bowl Cut]

Rooney should be above Seney and McLeod.

no chance on Seney, I guess MCLeod could be argued since hes probably best suited for another full year in Bingo

Kevin Rooney is 26 in a few weeks so he is what he is. He gives great effort but he isnt a good player whatsoever. I would hope we could do bette rthan him in the lineup.

 

[Stephen Gionta]

no chance on Seney, I guess MCLeod could be argued since hes probably best suited for another full year in Bingo

Kevin Rooney is 26 in a few weeks so he is what he is. He gives great effort but he isnt a good player whatsoever. I would hope we could do bette rthan him in the lineup.

Blake Coleman

 

[Triumph]

Blake Coleman

I realize that everyone is going to cite Blake Coleman for the next 10 years when we talk about players who are in their mid 20s who are likely done developing, but Kevin Rooney is not Blake Coleman. Blake Coleman had a long history of success in college and the AHL. Kevin Rooney has neither. He's a nice guy to bring up in a pinch if you need a penalty killer, but he should not be part of the NHL roster except as a permanent extra forward.

 

[Stephen Gionta]

I realize that everyone is going to cite Blake Coleman for the next 10 years when we talk about players who are in their mid 20s who are likely done developing, but Kevin Rooney is not Blake Coleman. Blake Coleman had a long history of success in college and the AHL. Kevin Rooney has neither. He's a nice guy to bring up in a pinch if you need a penalty killer, but he should not be part of the NHL roster except as a permanent extra forward.

That is probably exactly what he will be when all forwards are healthy

 

[RangerDoggo]

If our best bottom six option on the farm is Rooney, then we’re better off signing a vet to a short term deal. Fact is, a lot of our prospects in Binghamton right now will never amount to anything in the NHL, not even in a bottom line role, and we should fill that hole with somebody more reliable until one of them proves me wrong.

 

[Bleedred]

Rooney is a 13th or 14th forward at best.

 

[mtnet]

If we're going to sign a 13th forward I think Agostino made a pretty good case for himself.

He acclimated to our style right away and played hungry every shift, plus more often than not found a way to make a positive contribution or help drive the play. He doesn't shy away from physicality and has decent size/weight to throw around too.

He's a 26yo journeyman and wouldn't cost much at all. He'd probably appreciate having the spot and it's better having him up in the press box rather than any of the kids called up and sitting around.

 

[GeNeXt]

Certainly have a feeling Ferland will be similar to Belesky, albeit Ferland being slightly more productive to this point. If we're looking for size, I'd prefer to bring Boyle or Maroon back on something short-term, or add size/physical presence on defense via trade/free agency.

 

[MartyOwns]

If we're going to sign a 13th forward I think Agostino made a pretty good case for himself.

He acclimated to our style right away and played hungry every shift, plus more often than not found a way to make a positive contribution or help drive the play. He doesn't shy away from physicality and has decent size/weight to throw around too.

He's a 26yo journeyman and wouldn't cost much at all. He'd probably appreciate having the spot and it's better having him up in the press box rather than any of the kids called up and sitting around.

i’m definitely down with signing agostino. best use of $1M IMO

 

[Nubmer6]

 

[JimEIV]

The Defense is in a weird situation...

The right side is significantly better than than left - So you are going to be hard pressed to upgrade on Vatanen and Severson imo and even if you do upgrade on one of those what good is going to do having 1 as 3rd defender?

But the left side is full of Youth...Smith, Butcher, Davies, Mueller - And of course not youth but Greene. So any upgrade on the left side is going to hit the development of the youth...

Believe it or not but I think the Devils need to Standpat. Phase Greene out this season and see where you stand with Butcher, Davies and Smith. I do believe that is the best approach - Do nothing.

 

[Hischier and Hughes]

The Defense is in a weird situation...

The right side is significantly better than than left - So you are going to be hard pressed to upgrade on Vatanen and Severson imo and even if you do upgrade on one of those what good is going to do having 1 as 3rd defender?

But the left side is full of Youth...Smith, Butcher, Davies, Mueller - And of course not youth but Greene. So any upgrade on the left side is going to hit the development of the youth...

Believe it or not but I think the Devils need to Standpat. Phase Greene out this season and see where you stand with Butcher, Davies and Smith. I do believe that is the best approach - Do nothing.

That would be ridiculous... no upgrades on the defense for almost two whole years?
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