Confirmed with Link: Sharks issue QO to Noah Gregor; Nick Merkley and Ryan Donato not qualified

[Lebanezer]

Have to believe they already have a contract for Merkley worked out.

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[TheBeard]

Do they? It says he's a free agent.

 

[Lebanezer]

Do they? It says he's a free agent.

 

[spintheblackcircle]

I like "we have extended an offer".

I picture the Sharks sending a person in a tuxedo with an envelope on a sliver platter: "Greetings, please so be kind as to accept our offer."

 

[STL Shark]

Would guess Merkley comes in at league minimum but on a 1 way deal. Was on a 2 way deal this year at about $875k NHL pay and $70k AHL pay. His QO would’ve been north of $900k so this makes sense.

 

[Cas]

I like "we have extended an offer".

I picture the Sharks sending a person in a tuxedo with an envelope on a sliver platter: "Greetings, please so be kind as to accept our offer."

In contrast, the image I have in mind involves a horse's head.

 

[timorous me]

In contrast, the image I have in mind involves a horse's head.

They're getting that one ready for Jones.

 

[spintheblackcircle]

In contrast, the image I have in mind involves a horse's head.

I watch too much TV with characters from the United Kingdom, clearly.

(I am watching Survivor Australia and South Africa. Great accents)

 

[landshark]

I like "we have extended an offer".

I picture the Sharks sending a person in a tuxedo with an envelope on a sliver platter: "Greetings, please so be kind as to accept our offer."

"and this jar of Grey Poupon..."

That description made me think of the Grey Poupon commercial:

 

[TheWayToRefJose]

I can see them coming to a deal with Donato at league minimum or close to it, but his QO is simply too high for what he brings.

Not sure on the Merkley thing, I think he would be a great 4th liner and maybe a late bloomer, ala Goodrow, and his QO would’ve been cheap.

 

[STL Shark]

I can see them coming to a deal with Donato at league minimum or close to it, but his QO is simply too high for what he brings.

Not sure on the Merkley thing, I think he would be a great 4th liner and maybe a late bloomer, ala Goodrow, and his QO would’ve been cheap.

Can save $170k or so to sign Merkley at $750k league min compared to his QO. Worthwhile in a tight cap situation.

 

[tiburon12]

I can see them coming to a deal with Donato at league minimum or close to it, but his QO is simply too high for what he brings.

Not sure on the Merkley thing, I think he would be a great 4th liner and maybe a late bloomer, ala Goodrow, and his QO would’ve been cheap.

I havent seen Merkley play at all, and maybe im underestimating how difficult it is to play, but it really doesn't take a lot to be effective like Goodrow. Limited puck skills but intense drive to give every shift his all. Not many players on our roster have that kind of relentless energy, even though so many would be better for it if they did.

Point being, fourth line spot shouldn't be too hard to earn if players bust ass a la Goodrow.

 

[jMoneyBrah]

Can save $170k or so to sign Merkley at $750k league min compared to his QO. Worthwhile in a tight cap situation.

Gotta cover that Gambrell pay raise somehow

 

[Quid Pro Clowe]

I hope this means a couple of contract slots that will be used for better players, but it’s likely for signing them for less.

Sigh

 

[StanleyCup2035]

Can save $170k or so to sign Merkley at $750k league min compared to his QO. Worthwhile in a tight cap situation.

Gotta save every penny when you have well paid studs like Vlasic, Jones, and Couture in your lineup!

 

[OrrNumber4]

Is there a free agency window this year? Given DW's comments maybe he has deals in place...

 

[PacificOceanPotion]

I was watching some highlights of Merkley. Alot to like. Seems to be some untapped potential there. 24 yrs old and a former 1st rd pick. Maybe Sheppard 2.0?

 

[Desert Eagle]

Gotta save every penny when you have well paid studs like Vlasic, Jones, and Couture in your lineup!

And use saved cap (130k) to overpay Gambrell for about 200k.

 

[Quid Pro Clowe]

Is there a free agency window this year? Given DW's comments maybe he has deals in place...

I see rumors of guys already having deals in place with other teams, so I assume so.

 

[STL Shark]

Is there a free agency window this year? Given DW's comments maybe he has deals in place...

There is not. The guys that have talked with other teams are mostly guys who were bought out and allowed to negotiate or someone like Hamilton who was given permission to speak with other teams.

 

[thrillermiller89]

I was watching some highlights of Merkley. Alot to like. Seems to be some untapped potential there. 24 yrs old and a former 1st rd pick. Maybe Sheppard 2.0?

Not sure if the bolded belong together

 

[PacificOceanPotion]

Not sure if the bolded belong together

Lol Sheppard semi redeemed himself as a Shark

 

[OffSydes]

Lol Sheppard semi redeemed himself as a Shark

The Sharks took Gregor with the pick they got from the Rangers in the Sheppard trade

 

[tealzamboni]

The Sharks took Gregor with the pick they got from the Rangers in the Sheppard trade

Carrick + 2022 7th rounder = Jaros = Merkley = Sheppard = Gregor

I guess it kind of balances out

 

[stator]

Read that wrong, CapF lists as not having a QO