Speculation: Is there a better fit for Krug than Winnipeg?

[StuckOutHere]

But how is he supposed to fly there?

 

[TS Quint]

OP made a mistake, Krug plays left side, not right side.

Jets D core devastated over the last few seasons? Really? It happened last season/summer not last few.

Pionk was a amazing and assuming they sign DeMelo the Jets right side is more then fine.

Ironically OP mistake was calling for Krug to fix the Jets right which doesn't need help its fine......but Krug could help fix the Jets left side which is weak. After Josh M on the left side is rookies or bottom pairing guys.

If I was Chevy I would consider kicking the tires on Krug to see what he's looking for contract wise. If Krug wants too much or resigns in Bostom there is other options out there which would also be a good fit and likely available to help fix the "left side". Jets have plenty of cap to add a significant piece on LHD or 2C (in addition to DeMelo on RHD) not likely both.

Jets cant pay for Krug if he isnt going to be on their PP1. Because he is left handed there is no chance. Pass. It's just not a fit.

 

[euhchepas]

Yeah Montreal needs another smurf lmao. Not only will they have a small soft forward group but they will be undersized on D. Krug is a terrible fit in Montreal unless they get rid of half of team (whole team is small)

Weber 6'04 230 lbs
Petry 6'03 201 lbs
Chiarot 6'03 230 lbs
Fleury 6'01 205 lbs
Kulak 6'02 190 lbs
Romanov 5'11 185 lbs
Mete 5'09 187 lbs
Juulsen 6'02 200 lbs (maybe)

yes all our defenseman are so small and soft... Mete and Kulak are the only one who don't play a physical style

 

[ManwithNoIdentity]

Detroit fans are all so sure that Krug will be ecstatic to sign with the worst team in the league. Yeah that's his homeotwn but going from the best team in the league to the worst the NHL has seen in decades isn't the kind of shift these ultra competitive professionak athletes usually take.

Not saying it won't happen, but Detroit isn't exactly a hotspot rn. Doubt he goes to Winnipeg either tho.

A) None of us are sure, so you’re reaching

B) We’re well aware of the state of our team and that Detroit isn’t a go to destination right now

 

[WingsMJN2965]

We don't have those either.

Welcome to our hell.

 

[Whileee]

OP made a mistake, Krug plays left side, not right side.

Jets D core devastated over the last few seasons? Really? It happened last season/summer not last few.

Pionk was a amazing and assuming they sign DeMelo the Jets right side is more then fine.

Ironically OP mistake was calling for Krug to fix the Jets right which doesn't need help its fine......but Krug could help fix the Jets left side which is weak. After Josh M on the left side is rookies or bottom pairing guys.

If I was Chevy I would consider kicking the tires on Krug to see what he's looking for contract wise. If Krug wants too much or resigns in Bostom there is other options out there which would also be a good fit and likely available to help fix the "left side". Jets have plenty of cap to add a significant piece on LHD or 2C (in addition to DeMelo on RHD) not likely both.

This post gets it right. Krug would fit as a top 4 LHD on the Jets along with Morrissey. The main issue is making room for Samberg and Heinola, who look like they could be 2nd pairing quality on LD. Samberg has played some RD in college, so maybe he slides over if the fill the LD need in free agency.

 

[Hunter368]

This post gets it right. Krug would fit as a top 4 LHD on the Jets along with Morrissey. The main issue is making room for Samberg and Heinola, who look like they could be 2nd pairing quality on LD. Samberg has played some RD in college, so maybe he slides over if the fill the LD need in free agency.

Agreed, plus my thought was signing another guy like Krug (any top 4 LHD) is allows guys like Samberg & Heinola to play 1-2-3 years to develop further (either AHL/Bottom pairing on Jets)......then room can be made for them in the top 4 by trading a guy like Krug. Krug is a vet to help mentor kids, good bridge solution for a 2-3 years as the kids fully develop into legit top 4 guys without rushing them. Key would be no major trade restrictions on his contract (so he could be traded in 2-3 years) and if he truely wants 8+ million per year especially with a flat cap.......we pass on him, other very acceptable options out there willing to take far less then 8+ million per year. But damn imagation PP1 being Krug (LHD) & Pionk (RHD) if you ever wanted to load up that first PP unit.......that would be sick.

 

[Unbiased Fan]

Montreal would be a great spot for him, he's exactly what we need a puck moving LD for our 1st pair

Krug and Weber hmm they are polar opposites no idea how that’d turn out. Could work for tho.

 

[Wingsfan 4 life]

You mean besides Boston? Sure, I guess. I wouldn't count out a return to Beantown so easily, though.

 

[Jerryvvv]

Better change the title right now to ''Is there a better fit for Krug than Montréal?''

yeah,

what player wouldn't want to go from a top 3 team, to a bottom lottery team?

how about....Better change the title right now to ''Is there a better fit for Krug than Boston?'

 

[drw02]

yeah,

what player wouldn't want to go from a top 3 team, to a bottom lottery team?

how about....Better change the title right now to ''Is there a better fit for Krug than Boston?'

Boston is gonna start sucking in a couple years

 

[Wingsfan 4 life]

With a flat cap, Boston will have roughly $20M in cap space, with 17 already signed. Outside of Krug, Debrusk is the only other player due a significant raise. There'll be cheaper options if Halak is asking too much.

I'd really like to see where the speculation that Krug may leave due to cap is coming from.

 

[Jerryvvv]

Boston is gonna start sucking in a couple years

although i wish it was true, and i hope you are correct.....but i have been hearing that for 10 years

but that still wouldn't be a reason for Krug to choose montreal out of all destinations

 

[Number1RedWingsFan52]

yeah,

what player wouldn't want to go from a top 3 team, to a bottom lottery team?

how about....Better change the title right now to ''Is there a better fit for Krug than Boston?'

Get real Rask is talking about retiring after next season, Krejci, Bergeron and Marchand are all on the wrong side of 30 Boston will be trending down here in the next few year. Detroit will have a young exciting and dynamic team coming up within the next 3 to 4 years especially if we land Lafreniere. So it's not a gimme that should Krug deide to stay in Boston that they're going to be cup contenders year in and year out. Their window will be closing probably within the next to 3 years. Curious what's Boston backup plan should Rask retire who's their future #1 Goalie within their system?

 

[Jerryvvv]

Get real Rask is talking about retiring after next season, Krejci, Bergeron and Marchand are all on the wrong side of 30 Boston will be trending down here in the next few year. Detroit will have a young exciting and dynamic team coming up within the next 3 to 4 years especially if we land Lafreniere. So it's not a gimme that should Krug deide to stay in Boston that they're going to be cup contenders year in and year out. Their window will be closing probably within the next to 3 years. Curious what's Boston backup plan should Rask retire who's their future #1 Goalie within their system?

i dont know the answer to your questions, im not a boston fan,

all i know is, one way or another boston seem to have a way of staying/being competetive year after year,

i just dont see that changing, i don't see them falling off a cliff like most people seem to think, but i couldn't really care less either way

 

[untouchable21]

*2016 World Cup Gold medalist Carey Price

Pretty sure the Winner of the World Cup gets a trophy. There are no Gold, Silver or Bronze medals in that tournament.

 

[BeersHockey]

With a flat cap, Boston will have roughly $20M in cap space, with 17 already signed. Outside of Krug, Debrusk is the only other player due a significant raise. There'll be cheaper options if Halak is asking too much.

I'd really like to see where the speculation that Krug may leave due to cap is coming from.

i think it has more to do with the following year and signing guys like McAvoy and Carlo.

 

[Go Wings]

I belive Krug will re-sign with Boston. But in the off chance he doesn't I could see Detroit signing him. They can pay him what he wants and he still has a house in Michigan.

 

[bearcountry17]

Get real Rask is talking about retiring after next season, Krejci, Bergeron and Marchand are all on the wrong side of 30 Boston will be trending down here in the next few year. Detroit will have a young exciting and dynamic team coming up within the next 3 to 4 years especially if we land Lafreniere. So it's not a gimme that should Krug deide to stay in Boston that they're going to be cup contenders year in and year out. Their window will be closing probably within the next to 3 years. Curious what's Boston backup plan should Rask retire who's their future #1 Goalie within their system?

2015 3rd rounder Daniel Vladar lead the AHL in SV% and GAA this year down in Povidence. 2017 4th rounder Jeremy Swayman was a Hobey Baker finalist and the best goalie in the NCAA.

 

[Junohockeyfan]

Habs would be the best fit on Weber’s left side

 

[CanadienShark]

Personally, I'm not sure why the majority of people think he's a surefire bet to hit FA. I see more talk about him than Pietrangelo. Neither are likely, but clearly possible, imo.

 

[Byron Bitz]

Winnipeg already has Pionk who’s similar

 

[Ryan Michaels]

The best fit is Montreal on the 1st pairing along side Weber!

With Weber on the back end super responsible defensively would let Krug let lose offensively.

For a player who wants to play hockey, he would get plenty of playing time. 1st PP, PK, late game situations etc...

 

[izzy]

OP really abandoned this thread after realizing krug is left handed

 

[Alberta_OReilly_Fan]

hate to say it but krug is a small puckmover who doesnt have blazing speed... he is successful because he is quick and able to make the smart play

hes also turning 29. history shows us a horrible decline in other players who got their success being small undersized puck movers who were quick and made the smart play as they turn 29-30-31

Christian erhoff was 29 when he signed with bufflo… not exactly as small as krug, but overall a similar style of play... dropped from 50 points... managed 3 seasons with buffalo where he never got more than 33 points and became a notorious buyout soon after

toby Enstrom was almost 29 when he signed his final deal with Winnipeg in 2013... he went from a 50 point guy to a 20 point guy pretty much immediately. in his last 5 expensive seasons he played 317 games with 89 points.

brian campbell was 29 when he signed his 7 million dollar contract with Chicago in 2008. he managed 1 decent season with Chicago... then became a huge burden to them for a couple years before they passed him off to florida. he stayed serviceable but 7 mill for a guy like this always turns out a disaster

krug has never been an average defender... he must be protected. when forced to play against top opposition he gets burnt. as a pp weapon, hes elite but after losing a step hes going to drop a bit. all 30 year olds drop a bit. some can do it and were so great to begin with they remain effective. but smaller guys always had to work extra hard to begin with... they always had to overcome their handicap. it just gets harder as time continues.

krug was never a take the puck and rush it end to end type of guy. he never had a shot that overpowers the goalie. but he is quick... he has a great first step... he can get the puck through. he has the reflexes that let him be a split second ahead of the opposition as he is finding the open man for a pass.

I dont see this ending well

if krug were willing to resign with a team on a 4 year deal... sure... gamble... there are some examples of little puck movers who have success to 32-33 years of age. he could be value on a 4 year deal

but this talk of 6-7 years is doomed to a buyout...

as a bruin fan I want him back on the shorter deal. he is now a team leader. he would be missed in the locker room. plus he really evatated his game in last year's playoffs. he was actually playing well enough to be a second pair defender for that short period of time.

7 mill? other than brian campbell how many similar dmen to krug have ever got 7 mill? krug is a 20 min a night second pair specialist. ALL THE OTHER 7 MILL DMEN ARE 23 MIN A NIGHT FIRST PAIR DMEN.

I look for comparables… I see kevin Shattenkirk. he got 6.6 mill with the rangers on a 4 year deal. lets remember they had to buy him out after 2 seasons.

in his last 143 games since turning 29, Shattenkirk has just 62 points... its serviceable and tampa gave him nearly 2 million to join them... he can still play, but paying him 6.6 million was totally nutso

whoever gets the honor of paying krug more than 6 mill and more than 4 years is going to have a blackhole on their cap. they may get 1-2 very good years if they are lucky but he is ONLY a pp qb. expecting him to play a regular role defensively in your top 4 will frustrate the hell out of you. better hope to hell you have an elite partner for him to cover up. despite his great offense... bruin fans are split on whether they want to get rid of krug every year because he frustrates the hell out of us defensively.

anyhow... I do like him... Winnipeg? I dont see the fit
Detroit... I can see the fit...

Detroit was willing to overpay mike green for the last several years. krug will be an upgrade on green. and he will be a hometown boy that should be good for the city. even as he suffers as a player 4-5 years from now hes a character guy that could be a locker room leader for that group of kids.

I see 2 paths for krug
either get overpaid on a short term deal to stay with boston and try to win a cup
or
get overpaid on a max term deal to go home to Detroit and be a bottom pair pp specialist on a team that is likely going to finish at the bottom of the standings the next couple years anyhow.

got nothing against him... he seems like a quality human. I love his twitter stuff... I hope he gets paid, but I hope to hell my team doesnt give him more than 4 years at the absolute most