Speculation: Islanders & Ducks talking trade?

[Macch]

What kind of deal would make sense for both teams?

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[Wanderson]

Gibson?

 

[MR4]

You're making a thread to discuss a conversation that happened at 6:45pm yesterday? My Lordy

 

[Macch]

You're making a thread to discuss a conversation that happened at 6:45pm yesterday? My Lordy

Tried last night.

HFBoards was a mess

 

[WhatTheDuck]

Gibson?

Nope I think we'll keep that one.

 

[CREW99AW]

https://twitter.com/stapeathletic/status/1010298268885094400?s=2


What kind of deal would make sense for both teams?

Ducks need scoring and the isles need a 2nd pair D

 

[dracom]

Ducks need scoring and the isles need a 2nd pair D

we also need our defensemen, so no thanks.

 

[Devilsrock17]

Maybe the Islanders are going to inquire Hampus Lindholm or maybe Corey Perry?

 

[WhatTheDuck]

Maybe the Islanders are going to inquire Hampus Lindholm or maybe Corey Perry?

They can inquire all they want about Lindholm but that's not gonna happen.

 

[SI90]

Lou “ how’s it going Bob”

Bob “ you got Trotz you evil bastard you “

 

[boredmale]

If Anaheim is looking for a LW but doesn't want to pay the top end price for Skinner or Pacioretty I could see the Islanders trading him to free up cash that they can use to get a legit 3rd line center

 

[Macch]

Yeah I thought it would be obvious that we’re not talking about Gibson or Lindholm here...

 

[Spazkat]

They can inquire all they want about Lindholm but that's not gonna happen.

Ordinarily I'd agree , but that if inquiry included the name Barzal I might switch my stance to "maybe"

 

[bobholly39]

Getzlaf for Tavares.

 

[PWJunior]

Ordinarily I'd agree , but that if inquiry included the name Barzal I might switch my stance to "maybe"

That's not happening either. Lets not get silly.

So, since Brock Nelson is the likeliest to be dealt... you guys have any interest?

 

[WhatTheDuck]

Ordinarily I'd agree , but that if inquiry included the name Barzal I might switch my stance to "maybe"

Yeah I wasn't even going to open that can of worms because he's obviously not getting dealt either, but I do share that same stance.

 

[AvatarAang]

maybe someone minor like Larsson? Is Nelson too much/little?

 

[CREW99AW]

Getzlaf for Tavares.

Older,less productive and with a huge salary.
Tempting,but no thanks

 

[WhatTheDuck]

That's not happening either. Lets not get silly.

So, since Brock Nelson is the likeliest to be dealt... you guys have any interest?

In general we do need scoring, so in that regard Nelson is a fit, but when you dig deeper I really don't think he solves our biggest issues. We need to become more dangerous in transition and off the rush, really need a dynamic type with high end ability to gain the zone with possession. The team relies way too much on getting pucks deep, trying to create turnovers and using extensive zone time to wear down the opponent and create chances.

Isles fans can correct me if I'm wrong, but I don't feel like I'm describing what Nelson brings to the table.

 

[Macch]

In general we do need scoring, so in that regard Nelson is a fit, but when you dig deeper I really don't think he solves our biggest issues. We need to become more dangerous in transition and off the rush, really need a dynamic type with high end ability to gain the zone with possession. The team relies way too much on getting pucks deep, trying to create turnovers and using extensive zone time to wear down the opponent and create chances.

Isles fans can correct me if I'm wrong, but I don't feel like I'm describing what Nelson brings to the table.

Agreed with everything you said about Nelson. He’s almost a lock for 20 goals and will probably be cheaper than tbe player you’re describing above.

Not saying he’s the Duck’s plan A but would be a good plan B

 

[PWJunior]

In general we do need scoring, so in that regard Nelson is a fit, but when you dig deeper I really don't think he solves our biggest issues. We need to become more dangerous in transition and off the rush, really need a dynamic type with high end ability to gain the zone with possession. The team relies way too much on getting pucks deep, trying to create turnovers and using extensive zone time to wear down the opponent and create chances.

Isles fans can correct me if I'm wrong, but I don't feel like I'm describing what Nelson brings to the table.

Nothing really stands out in Nelson's game except his shot, which is legit. Slow release so he needs time to let it go, on the rush coming off his off wing and cutting to the middle... pretty money, can beat goalies 1-on-1. Nelson is a decent skater, has great range due to his length. Miscast as a center, but he can do the job. Better as a LW, he's kind of a tweener. When he plays with talent, he responds. He can't carry a line obviously, but he's money for 20 goals a season.

Isles fans hate him because he doesn't throw his weight around. He's not very demonstrative so he's called soft and called girl's names.

 

[dracom]

Nelson just sounds like another Silfverberg type of player.

 

[CupHolders]

In general we do need scoring, so in that regard Nelson is a fit, but when you dig deeper I really don't think he solves our biggest issues. We need to become more dangerous in transition and off the rush, really need a dynamic type with high end ability to gain the zone with possession. The team relies way too much on getting pucks deep, trying to create turnovers and using extensive zone time to wear down the opponent and create chances.

Isles fans can correct me if I'm wrong, but I don't feel like I'm describing what Nelson brings to the table.

Gaining the zone? No. He’s better utilized as the player you pass to in the high slot after the zone is gained. He has a tremendous wrist shot that can beat goalies unobstructed and from distance.

EDIT: see PWJunior comments above.

 

[WhatTheDuck]

Thanks guys. Sort of sounds like a less physical version of what we're hoping Ritchie can become. I'm not sure that's the type of player the Ducks should be looking at.

 

[boredmale]

Thanks guys. Sort of sounds like a less physical version of what we're hoping Ritchie can become. I'm not sure that's the type of player the Ducks should be looking at.

Less physical, we could only wish Nelson was physical. The general joke on the Islanders boards is Brock is a 6'3" guy who plays like he is 5'10"

To me Nelson is a guy who is playing Center but should be playing left wing and in the right situation I do believe he has 30+ goals in him(ie a center who can get him pucks)