Where the heck did I say I had ANY faith in our goaltending? Strawman. I stated if we DID get the same goaltending we got last year, we're likely in. If not, then it'll be a struggle. No more, no less. Don't put words into my mouth, and by all means, go read a few of my posts in the Pav thread to see what I think of him.
I got that impression b/c I asked in my post if you thought this was as likely as regression and you said yes.....maybe we misunderstood each other.
Disagree, but I guess we'll see. Scheifele and Lowry made nice progression last year - I think we have room to move two more rookies into the line-up, and with the dynamic talent of Ehlers, they could be positive contributors to the Jets.
Ladd - Little - X
Perreault - Scheifele - X
X - Lowry - Burmi
All three of those centre / winger pairs are very responsible defensively - that gives the Jets room to slot in one of Stafford, Wheeler, and probably Ehlers to provide offense, and to be carried by the other two defensively. I think we also see Copp in for Slater on the 4th line. Two rooks - that's not a whole bunch, and it's no more than we had last year.
I agree two isn't a lot, but they won't has as much of a positive net effect as some vets in those positions. Keep in mind were talking about if they will hurt us a tiny bit vs a vet in the same position. I'm not arguing we shouldn't do it, just explaining why it will have a small negative effect.
Given that the FA season is a couple months long, it's probably best not to hold your breath.
I think we see another vet signed, myself.
I've learn to wait and see with Chevy. But as I said as well it's only July 3rd, lots of time to add one more.
Ridiculous statement is ridiculous. If this is what you think of my analysis of the situation, then I can understand why you think I'm nuts. Your take on likely vs. unlikely is as valid or as invalid as mine as far as I'm concerned.
I don't think your nuts, you know I respect your opinion. I was just using humor to make a point.
BTW: I predicted around this time last year (after the Perreault signing) that the Jets would finish in 8th, and in the PO's. Your prediction?
My prediction was bang on as well. I stated we would be a bubble team, either getting in or missing by a hair. I even added if we did get in we would likely lose in 4, max 5 games. I certainly can produce posts to prove it.
I will admit that's possible - I don't speak in absolutes. I do prefer to be positive until the sky actually falls on my head though - just my persona.
In life I'm like that as well. But in regards to the Jets, I prefer to be as honest and realistic as possible and more times than not I'm right. I hate being disappointed with the Jets so I always temper my excitement.
I think we see a signing. 7.5x4 or 5 is my guess.
I would be surprised but very pleased with that contract if it happened.
Are you kidding?
Terribly. The pitchforks will be out.
Agreed
With the same calmness and conviction to their path that they have in the past, which will only serve to further infuriate some. I don't necessarily agree with all their moves, but you have to admit they're pretty steadfast in their resolve.
Agreed. My biggest issue with Chevy is I feel he has tunnel vision and doesn't look at all possible options to improve the team. But overall I like him, despite my sarcasm at times (that's just my humor).
I think we'll see him signed very soon as well, which will put that to bed. In any event, I WANT all the vets to be talking about the SC, and not prospect development - that's their job.
