Speculation: Trouba Contract Discussion Part II

[Puckatron 3000]

On the plus side Morrissey has a very big opportunity to prove himself if Trouba sits out all of TC/gets traded.

No doubt. He was the one guy in Winnipeg who heard this and was like, "WOO HOO!" Maybe him and Postma both.

Sucks. But I guess one way to look at it is we have three top-4 RHD. That was one too many anyway. I obviously would have rather kept Trouba than Myers. But Trouba is the more valuable trade chip, so we get more back. Maybe when all is said and done we have a stronger and more balanced L/RHD.

Until we hear what Trouba's ask was (assuming their was one), can't fault Chevy. It could have been ridiculous demands.

What we can judge Chevy on is how he plays out this hand.

 

[R3DDRAG0N]

I told you guys about 3 weeks ago that I have insider info he doesn't want to be here, I heard from someone whom had a face to face discussion with him. The usage is part of it but there is more to it than that.

 

[mondo3]

What's the rule for an rfa playing in Europe ? Is there any difference to the jets if he plays there or sits out?

 

[Canucks LB]

Any interest in Edler?

 

[Hunter368]

Signing a long-term contract is a two-way street. One side didn't want to. The Kane situation turned out okay after Chevy made a move. The Trouba situation is similar, but much more impactful. This indeed is Chevy's real test.

Don't blame him, just wants to pay a significant role and in a position to succeed (RHD). Wish him good luck in his new team. See how bad this hurts us now.

 

[JetsUK]

I told you guys about 3 weeks ago that I have insider info he doesn't want to be here, I heard from someone whom had a face to face discussion with him. The usage is part of it but there is more to it than that.

So what's the "more?"

And how much better is Trouba than the Postman as a 3rd-pairing D?

 

[Hunter368]

Any interest in Edler?

No too old

 

[VictoriaJetsFan]

Any interest in Edler?

What are u adding?

 

[Whileee]

Just saying people blaming Chevy. Please. Like he doesn't want him over Myers. Cmon folks, more to it

I think Chevy has known for a long time that Trouba likely would want out.

Now Chevy has to earn his money by reshaping the roster. He has the talented core, the assets and the cap space to make a defining move. I expect a big trade with multiple parts going and coming, considering the Jets asset stack at forward and thin D pool.

 

[WinnipegWinter*]

We can give up hope that we are getting any kind of decent return. Look what happened with the luongo scenario, taylor hall.. Whenever gms are in a position of weakness the other gms take full advantage. Id expect .40/$1

 

[Kardi]

I can see him getting traded to the Rangers

 

[Inflict]

Any interest in Edler?

Moderate interest, but looking for a younger defenceman preferably as a return. We would probably have to protect one of Edler or Enstrom in the expansion draft, so it's probably not an ideal trade to make anyway.

 

[csk]

So what's the "more?"

And how much better is Trouba than the Postman as a 3rd-pairing D?

If paired with Stuart? Much better
If paired with Chiarot? Marginally better

 

[Hunter368]

I think Chevy has known for a long time that Trouba likely would want out.

Now Chevy has to earn his money by reshaping the roster. He has the talented core, the assets and the cap space to make a defining move. I expect a big trade with multiple parts going and coming, considering the Jets asset stack at forward and thin D pool.

If he knew trade him on his elc before all this ugliness comes out. Don't believe that

 

[Gump Hasek]

Felt this one coming from a mile away but was encouraged by the reports they were talking.

Oh well, no biggie in the grand scheme. Players are entitled to a preference as to where they want to play, such is life. If the agent's statement is a reflection of the player's feelings, then f' em', the Jets are better off without him. It isn't as if they are losing Bobby Orr here, they are losing a guy that was a bit buried over the past two years. If Myers is ready, add Postma to the right side and Morrissey to the left and that D on the whole would probably move the puck a bit better than did last year's group. Poolman slots in at #3 RD sometime next season when signed.

 

[Weezeric]

We can give up hope that we are getting any kind of decent return. Look what happened with the luongo scenario, taylor hall.. Whenever gms are in a position of weakness the other gms take full advantage. Id expect .40/$1

Ya, I mean look at the Kane trade...

 

[AWSAA]

There goes our only proven top 4 defenseman under 25. Another quality for quantity deal coming up.

All part of the process, right?

 

[Whileee]

Don't blame him, just wants to pay a significant role and in a position to succeed (RHD). Wish him good luck in his new team. See how bad this hurts us now.

It was more than position and role. You can trust me on that.

There will be a lineup of teams interested. Chevy will get good value. I think he's looking for more than just fair value and might want to use this as a way to reshape and rebalance the roster and talent pool.

 

[Aavco Cup]

Any interest in Edler?

Take this to the trade board please.

 

[JetsUK]

If paired with Stuart? Much better
If paired with Chiarot? Marginally better

Thanks. Well, barring a good return arriving in time for TC, maybe now's the time to bring Postma back into the fold.

I wonder if this trade request has been simmering for a while, and if Trouba's camp feels that it's been the victim of Chevy's famous "patience."

 

[Huffer]

Any interest in Edler?

Sure, for Stafford.

 

[kk]

I'm pretty disgusted with Trouba and his ****** agent. Boo hoo, I want to be a top-4 right-handed shot NOW! Boo hoo...
Adios! As long as Chevy gets solid value back, of course.

Easy to read between the lines despite what was said otherwise about Winnipeg, he doesn't want to play for the Jets.

 

[Whileee]

We can give up hope that we are getting any kind of decent return. Look what happened with the luongo scenario, taylor hall.. Whenever gms are in a position of weakness the other gms take full advantage. Id expect .40/$1

Don't forget Kane and the crappy return the Jets got for him.

 

[Hunter368]

There goes our only proven top 4 defenseman under 25. Another quality for quantity deal coming up.

All part of the process, right?

Agreed, big lose. GM job is to get players signed, put them in situations to succeed. Blew this one big time, no excuses. Now see if he can do good damage control. Just lost our 2nd best dmen

 

[JetsUK]

It was more than position and role. You can trust me on that.

I trust you, but why hint? What was this "more?"