Rumor: Sam Gagner to be loaned to the Marlies

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[shakes]

So the Canucks are going to loan him to the Marlies? I didn't know teams could do that.

 

[KingsHockey24]

So the Canucks are going to loan him to the Marlies? I didn't know teams could do that.

Matt Moulson has played for the Kings AHL team even though he's been part of the Sabers org.

 

[Pi]

So the Canucks are going to loan him to the Marlies? I didn't know teams could do that.

Yeah, it's possible. I believe the Leafs loaned a goalie last year to the Chicago Wolves (IIRC, Vegas' farm team).

 

[Cleetus]

So the Canucks are going to loan him to the Marlies? I didn't know teams could do that.

Frattin was part of the Senators organization, and loaned to the marlies, so yes it can be done

 

[RandV]

I know there's a lot of teams in the area but outside of playing for the Marlies are they really that much closer than Utica?

 

[Nizdizzle]

Marlies could definitely use him. The Leafs center depth in the minors is less than stellar.

 

[mattydamon]

Dude doesn't have much left at the NHL level, but it's great he can continue playing hockey and raise a family near home, class move.

 

[Curufinwe]

Is there a family health situation, or are they just doing him a favor?

 

[Nizdizzle]

I know there's a lot of teams in the area but outside of playing for the Marlies are they really that much closer than Utica?

Syracuse, Rochester, and Belleville I believe

 

[Paralyzer]

Can he play goalie for the marlies? They look like they need some depth there now.

 

[Pure West]

Much more common in the soccer world, where a team would rather their asset get some playing time, rather than sit on the bench. In this case, clearly Gagner isn't in their plans anymore, and are just trying to make this situation as comfortable as possible for him. Lots of AHL teams would be happy to have some talented vets in their lineups, so perhaps this is a win-win....they don't have to pay his 3+ million dollar salary after all.

 

[stempniaksen]

Kinda doubt it's Belleville given all the kids down there that need ice time.

 

[VainGretzky]

Gagner's own fault after mailing it in last year after new contact , after very strong season in Columbus , play like a AHL player you become one

 

[joe dirte]

Kinda doubt it's Belleville given all the kids down there that need ice time.

Weren't they one of the worst teams in the AHL last year?

 

[pheasant]

Gagner has always been a bit of an enigma. Looks like a legit scoring pivot for stretches, then looks like an OHL player wearing his big brothers equipment for others.

I think it's a commitment/effort thing. I don't say that often, and I don't mean it as an insult here. Not everyone loves their job, even if it's a highly sought after one.

Good for him that he can be close to family.

 

[voxel]

Gagner has always been a bit of an enigma. Looks like a legit scoring pivot for stretches, then looks like an OHL player wearing his big brothers equipment for others.

I think it's a commitment/effort thing. I don't say that often, and I don't mean it as an insult here. Not everyone loves their job, even if it's a highly sought after one.

Good for him that he can be close to family.

Nah, Samwise has always been a hard worker. I suspect the grind of 10+ NHL seasons on that tiny body has taken its toll.

 

[uncleben]

As long as he understands his role down there (won't play every game) I'd happily have him as a vet on the Marlies

 

[PAZ]

I'll always remember Gagner as the elite player comparable to the likes of Wayne Gretzky, Paul Coffey, Mario Lemieux, and Maurice Richard.

 

[GJB]

I'll always remember Gagner as the elite player comparable to the likes of Wayne Gretzky, Paul Coffey, Mario Lemieux, and Maurice Richard.

Not everyone makes 8 points in a game.

 

[habsgirl5000]

Can he play goalie for the marlies? They look like they need some depth there now.

Can he play center for us? We need some help

 

[CauZuki]

Was he that bad last year that he doesn't get an NHL spot? Surely he is better than quite a few bottom 6 players?

He's a year removed from a 50 point season , perhaps someone has some insight?

 

[Ctrain2k]

Was he that bad last year that he doesn't get an NHL spot? Surely he is better than quite a few bottom 6 players?

He's a year removed from a 50 point season , perhaps someone has some insight?

The Canucks don’t want him and no one else want’s his contract as simple as that.

 

[Serac]

Must be a favour to him considering Utica's own center depth problems.

 

[Someone]

Crazy to think he's been so lackluster after the decent rookie season he had, The guy just never really progressed.