TSN: Puljujarvi on potential return to Oilers: 'You can never say no'

[Kakko Schmakko]

Lauri Pajuniemi for Jesse Puljujarvi +?

 

[BatVader]

I’m in the Jets fan minority, but I’d love to get Puljujarvi in WPG.

 

[Chayos]

Lauri Pajuniemi for Jesse Puljujarvi +?

I will admit that I have never heard of that player, but I would pass for that very reason as ill informed,as that is.

 

[zar]

Lauri Pajuniemi for Jesse Puljujarvi +?

Why would the Oilers do this? Pajuniemi is far less than Puljujarvi in every skill set and every physical attribute... with far less upside. Makes zero sense for the Oilers to do that.

 

[Kakko Schmakko]

Why would the Oilers do this? Pajuniemi is far less than Puljujarvi in every skill set and every physical attribute... with far less upside. Makes zero sense for the Oilers to do that.

it was kind of a joke, I think that trade is not good for either team. Lauri scored 26 goals in 49 games and is younger and cheaper.

 

[zar]

it was kind of a joke, I think that trade is not good for either team. Lauri scored 26 goals in 49 games and is younger and cheaper.

Thanks for the clarification.

Younger, yes.

Cheaper, not by much ...JP will probably get a 1 or 2 year, $1m AAV contract.

Still a ‘no’.

 

[snipes]

He’s young. Wouldn’t be the first time a young man made a stupid choice of words initially.

I figured some time in Suomi would be good for him. We own his rights until 2025.

The kid needed to grow up and mature. Learn English as well, another year or two over there wouldn’t hurt either. He’s responsible for how his story ends. The potential has always been there.

 

[Mosby]

Has there been any further word of what Holland is looking for in exchange for Puljujarvi?

 

[Ctrain2k]

Has there been any further word of what Holland is looking for in exchange for Puljujarvi?

Last time I remember he was asking for at least a 1st.

 

[Mosby]

That’s what I thought. I don’t think he’s going to get it. Maybe two second rounders or a second rounder and a bottom-sixer. I’m sure Dave Tippett would like to upgrade the bottom six with guys to better play his system.

 

[These Are The Days]

Time just heals all wounds don't it?

 

[Fatass]

That’s what I thought. I don’t think he’s going to get it. Maybe two second rounders or a second rounder and a bottom-sixer. I’m sure Dave Tippett would like to upgrade the bottom six with guys to better play his system.

I see JP traded for another team’s stalled higher pick prospect/player.

 

[Smartguy]

Last time I remember he was asking for at least a 1st.

Sort of not really, been reported by Friedman, and the only actually legit person I’ve seen it from that he was asking for 2nd and a B level prospect. Friedman reported that some of the prospects offered last offseason were Alex Volkov, TBay, Julien Gauthier(Car at the time), and Klim Kostin,STL, but that wasn’t quite enough to get Holland to bite.

Don’t really blame him, think you’ll get a third line player out of Pulju, and he can step in next year at 22. With the potential to go up the lineup. All of those are still question marks.

Holland has said before he wants a similar prospect, a top pick, at the time still under 22, who has struggled to adjust to the NHL. IMO Casey Middelstadt is borderline equal in value.

 

[Vancouver_2010]

I still have a lot of hope on him, wish he will stay.

 

[LTIR]

Holland probably wanted to flip Pulju for Athanasiou at the deadline.
Not sure what he is looking for now.

Probably depends in how deep tha Oilers go and what holes are.exposed.

 

[Cogburn]

The quote doesn't inspire confidence that he will return as an Oiler.

I also don't think he will garner much in a trade, as talented as he is. I'd take a stab at rehabilitating him, but my hopes wouldn't be high to get that dominant scorer Edmonton was promised.

And just so I'm not accused of playing favorites or anything, I think the same thing about Andersson, Juolevi and a number of other players drafted highly that haven't shown up at the level their teams hoped for. They simply aren't shiny pieces in a trade, more of a throw in, lottery ticket style asset.

 

[LTIR]

Edmonton wasnt promised anything.
You just luck out with some guys and others bust.
Pulju isnt one yet but would enter bust territory if he struggles next season.

 

[Tkachuckycheese]

Talks a good amount about JP. Seems like he will reunite with the Oilers next season.

Holland: I plan to watch every game in played in Edmonton

 

[Buffaloed]

Lauri Pajuniemi for Jesse Puljujarvi +?

I'd offer Sami "Stinky" Puljamafingart

 

[viceroy]

I see him as the Left wing on Draisatl's line. If he gets his one timer down he could be a threat for 10-15 goals and about 35 points.

10-15 goals? Heck I could get that. I'd just stand in front of the net and let Leon and Yamamoto bounce pucks off my melon or my fat ass.

Well he was speaking Finnish, so no, he didn’t mangle anything.

That kid still hasn't learned English?

Never saying never is one thing... being willing to sign for something like a league minimum salary is the next hurdle. He doesn't make that in Finland, but there are probably other places that he could play which would pay a more competitive salary.

I don't believe there's anywhere in the world where he'd get more than that. The KHL ain't what it used to be, the big money is reserved for a handful of genuine stars and the money isn't always guaranteed.

 

[Seachd]

That kid still hasn't learned English?

I have no idea, but even if he has, is there a reason he'd use it speaking in Finland to a Finnish newspaper?

 

[viceroy]

I have no idea, but even if he has, is there a reason he'd use it speaking in Finland to a Finnish newspaper?

Didn't know that info came directly from a Finnish interview. Oft-times local papers will reprint articles about local stars even if they were originally done in another language.

Oh and putting in that emoji wasn't very nice. Even a bit mean spirited in my book.

 

[Homesick]

What got Jesse to change his mind ?
Personally i can't respect a guy who changes his opinions
and mind as often as construction-worker socks.

If you have some opinion keep that original opinion
and don’t be a shit and change your mind at the next traffic lights.

If i was part of Edmonton Oilers NHL team i wouldn't welcome Puljujärvi back with open arms.
Good luck to next try in NHL Pulju.

I dont know how old you are but I'm sure glad I dont have the same beliefs and opinions as I did as a 19/20 year old

 

[brenden]

I see him as the Left wing on Draisatl's line. If he gets his one timer down he could be a threat for 10-15 goals and about 35 points. Draisatl alone give him that and if he has put together his game in Europe who knows maybe he can be a top 9 forward.

RNH Mcdavid Kassian
Puljujarvi(1.5m) Drasiatl Yamamoto
AA Sheahan(1 year 1.5m) Archibald
Neal Khaira Chaisson

Haas, Nyguard

That’s not exactly high hopes for him. I think if he comes and plays in the NHL he’ll get 35 points. Right now he’s at worst a 3rd line NHL player.

 

[Chayos]

Didn't know that info came directly from a Finnish interview. Oft-times local papers will reprint articles about local stars even if they were originally done in another language.

Oh and putting in that emoji wasn't very nice. Even a bit mean spirited in my book.

Geez man this is HF if you go into the corners be prepared to be hit!