Miscellaneous NHL Discussion LXVIII: Post Free Agent Frenzy

[LegionOfDoom91]

 

[GapToothedWonder]

He doesn't have even an ounce of humility. Like Therrien, he might get another HC gig after he flames out of this one. They are birds of a feather.

*Birds of a Fletcher

 

[GapToothedWonder]

“Beware that, when fighting monsters, you yourself do not become a monster... for when you gaze long into the abyss, the abyss gazes also into you.”

 

[BernieParent]

“Beware that, when fighting monsters, you yourself do not become a monster... for when you gaze long into the abyss, the abyss gazes also into you.”

Great Nietzsche quote.

 

[Curufinwe]

Kyrou got 2 x $2.8m. He was taken one pick ahead of Laberge in 2016, using the pick St Louis got for Elliott.

Jordan Kyrou Contract, Cap Hit, Salary and Stats - CapFriendly - NHL Salary Caps

 

[Flyerfan4life]

perfect, we can grab him when AV gets shitcanned..

#best outcome ever..

@Captain Dave Poulin

 

[wasup]

“Beware that, when fighting monsters, you yourself do not become a monster... for when you gaze long into the abyss, the abyss gazes also into you.”

OOOHHH burrrrnn . I like it . lol

 

[Ironmanrulez]

so did we have had the worst free agency goalie wise in the whole league?

I think YES

 

[Gert B Frobe]

Best thing to come out of this offseason so far is the Penguins got worse, and the Rangers and Devils will still struggle.

Wonder if Morin can hold his own with Reaves...

 

[LegionOfDoom91]

It's pretty clear that Evander Kane is a total POS.

There's more than enough evidence.

Guy just had a career year. So not sure the gambling on games thing passes the smell test. But the other stuff & general gambling addiction I can certainly buy.

 

[DancingPanther]

Best thing to come out of this offseason so far is the Penguins got worse, and the Rangers and Devils will still struggle.

Wonder if Morin can hold his own with Reaves...

The devils will struggle?

Not sure about that. I'm not saying they're a cup favorite but struggle is a strong word.

Jack Hughes will have a huge year this year.

 

[Young Sandwich]

Damn.

 

[Magua]

Damn.

You bet your ass if Nate missed a pass to my blade, I’m not moving my stick either.

 

[FLYguy3911]

Nate's Canadian.

 

[Rebels57]

I wonder how Hayes compares to MacKinnon in practice and off the ice

 

[Fight4yourRight]

I wonder how Hayes compares to MacKinnon in practice and off the ice

Voracek, too. Probably bringing in a shitload of Czech desserts into the lockeroom between practices.

 

[dats81]

so did we have had the worst free agency goalie wise in the whole league?

I think YES

With potential to turn for the worse. They could decide to sign Hart longterm now and he could crap the bed again to put them even more in cap hell.

 

[Hollywood Cannon]

Spoiler: Ted Lasso kind of spoiler...

 

[TB87]

The fact that this poll isn’t more lopsided in Makar’s favor is wild:

 

[TheKingPin]

Damn.

I know everyone joked about Hextall and no pizza parties but it is actually important. It’s not going make an all star on an amazing contract, but it would be a bit better.

 

[deadhead]

I know everyone joked about Hextall and no pizza parties but it is actually important. It’s not going make an all star on an amazing contract, but it would be a bit better.

I think MacKinnon is taking it to ridiculous extremes, young athletes don't have to be health fanatics, just use common sense, drink in moderation, don't screw until 3AM the night before games, eat a balanced diet, and so on. If you make your life so miserable that it becomes fun less, it'll probably have a negative impact on your game.

 

[LegionOfDoom91]

I know everyone joked about Hextall and no pizza parties but it is actually important. It’s not going make an all star on an amazing contract, but it would be a bit better.

I wonder if MacKinnon drove any Italians away with his pasta alternative?

 

[TCTC]

I think MacKinnon is taking it to ridiculous extremes, young athletes don't have to be health fanatics, just use common sense, drink in moderation, don't screw until 3AM the night before games, eat a balanced diet, and so on. If you make your life so miserable that it becomes fun less, it'll probably have a negative impact on your game.

As long as it gives him confidence, it doesn't hurt. He wants to make sure he'll be in the best physical shape he can be.
He seems to be really intense. You need guys like that on your team. Guys that won't accept losing.

 

[FLYguy3911]

The fact that this poll isn’t more lopsided in Makar’s favor is wild:

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I only participate in Myers vs. Sanheim polls created by Flyers beats. Sorry Ted.

 

[Magua]

MacKinnon is a beast, but that draconian shit doesn’t motivate everyone. You think Kucherov would enjoy that? You can have one guy like that, but you can’t have a leadership group of just that or it wears thin. Screaming at young guys for missing a practice pass isn’t my idea of leading personally. I think of someone like Chara treating rookies with respect. But Nate would probably get along great with General Micromanager Ron Hextall.

I wonder if MacKinnon drove any Italians away with his pasta alternative?