Confirmed with Link: Mark Letestu back to Columbus for a 4th

[Cyclones Rock]

Does Montreal care about real French people? Considering they are pretend French people and all?

Actually they do. Coach and GM must be bilingual and there has always been a preference for francophone players.

Texier would be fine. Even as a real Frenchman.

It's "does" btw.

 

[stevo61]

Texier has a skillset that if he can translate to the NHL someday is desperately needed here. Maybe by then we will have a coach that likes offense

 

[Viqsi]

I believe Jarmo said the deal died because Edmonton wanted a prospect CBJ weren't willing to give. Nashville was willing to give apparently.

Given that it was Aberg given up, I'd be inclined to guess Edmonton was inquiring after Milano - both are skill players that were briefly on hot streaks yet are seen as being reclamation projects at this point.

 

[JohnnyJacket13]

Texier has a skillset that if he can translate to the NHL someday is desperately needed here. Maybe by then we will have a coach that likes offense

Hopefully he can develop into a Vincent Trochek-esque type of player

 

[Iron Balls McGinty]

Actually they do. Coach and GM must be bilingual and there has always been a preference for francophone players.

Texier would be fine. Even as a real Frenchman.

It's "does" btw.

I'll remember to use the next time.

Hopefully you are right on the grammar lesson. If that comes up and causes me to fail my GED test I'll hold you personally responsible.

 

[The Wheelchair]

Do Montreal care about real French people? Considering they are pretend French people and all?

They loved Cristobal Huet when he was there. They'd generally prefer a Frenchman over a guy from Toronto (the Francophone fans, at least).

 

[The Jones Zone]

Sedlak hasn't been as good this year as He was last, in his defense his wingers are not the same.

I'm fine with this move, worth a 4th to find a veteran for the stretch run, maybe give the PP a boost. Always been a team guy, totally unselfish.

 

[Jaxs]

Glad to have Test tube back. He is a smart player, good pker, can slide up to 3C in a pinch. The shootout goal gif is classic.

 

[GoJackets1]

What are the odds Letestu resigns here in the summer, I wonder. I'd assume pretty high.

I always thought that letting him walk was a big time mistake. This move helps the powerplay, penalty kill, center depth, and 4th line all at once, for a small price. It's a great move.

 

[Iron Balls McGinty]

What are the odds Letestu resigns here in the summer, I wonder. I'd assume pretty high.

I always thought that letting him walk was a big time mistake. This move helps the powerplay, penalty kill, center depth, and 4th line all at once, for a small price. It's a great move.

I think if the CBJ want him he'll stay pretty cheap. He has to know his playing days are winding down and this next contract is probably his last considering his skill level. I bet if a 2 year deal for between 1.25 and 1.5 million is an option you do it. We know what kind of character and performance he can provide to this team and he can do something only one other person can do. Win a faceoff.

 

[CBJWerenski8]

 

[Jackets Fan]

I’m thrilled about this. Such a cool story. I love a good homecoming.

Welcome back test tube

 

[MoeBartoli]

Glad to have Test tube back. He is a smart player, good pker, can slide up to 3C in a pinch. The shootout goal gif is classic.

A classic indeed. He was a decent shootout guy overall.

 

[MoeBartoli]

How great was that! Letestu!!!!

 

[spintheblackcircle]

This gif must be posted on each of 55's goals

 

[Socks]

This gif must be posted on each of 55's goals

I think I might like this one better than the original. Maybe. I’m not sure.

 

[Hello Johnny]

When the rumors were out there that we had interest in Mark, many of our fans said they didn't want him because "he's not the same player" or "he's slow" etc.

Sure looks like the Letestu we all know and love. A player like him doesn't just "lose it". He doesn't have all the skill in the world, but he's just so damn smart. You just don't stop being a smart hockey player. Guy will be in this league for at least 2 more years.

 

[Socks]

When the rumors were out there that we had interest in Mark, many of our fans said they didn't want him because "he's not the same player" or "he's slow" etc.

Sure looks like the Letestu we all know and love. A player like him doesn't just "lose it". He doesn't have all the skill in the world, but he's just so damn smart. You just don't stop being a smart hockey player. Guy will be in this league for at least 2 more years.

And I hope those years are with us.

 

[Hipster Letestu]

My name is relevant again! Also really happy with this move.

 

[MoeBartoli]

My name is relevant again! Also really happy with this move.

A name with Letestu in it is always in fashion.

 

[The Wheelchair]

That goal was classic Letestu and also something we have not seen nearly enough of from the Jackets this year. Glad to have him back.

 

[db2011]

So glad to have Letestu back. Was bummed when we let him walk. Guys likes it here.

 

[ReggieRed]

Trivia question: name the seven CBJ players who were in both Monday's lineup and the lineup the last time Mark Letestu played for the Jackets. Answer in the next post...

 

[GoJackets1]

When the rumors were out there that we had interest in Mark, many of our fans said they didn't want him because "he's not the same player" or "he's slow" etc.

Sure looks like the Letestu we all know and love. A player like him doesn't just "lose it". He doesn't have all the skill in the world, but he's just so damn smart. You just don't stop being a smart hockey player. Guy will be in this league for at least 2 more years.

In a way, he reminds me of a lesser Ray Whitney. He can play a long time in this league because of his play style, and hockey intelligence. Hopefully we can give him a position in the organization after he retires ala Wright or Clark.

As for the trivia, I'd guess Bob, Calvert, Savard, Johnson, Dubi, Boone, and Cam.

 

[ReggieRed]

Answer: CBJ @ NYI, April 11, 2015

Wennberg, Atkinson, Dubinsky, Calvert, Johnson, Savard, Jenner

Guys in 2015 lineup not in 2018 lineup:
Prout, Connauton, Anisimov, Foligno, Johanson, Dano, Golubef, Hartnell, Morin, Tyutin

Guys in 2018 lineup not here in 2015:
Dubois, Panarin, Bjorkstrand, Anderson, Sedlak, Cole, Werenski, Jones, Milano, Murray