Confirmed with Link: Tucker Poolman signed (3 years, 775K AAV)

[Jetsfan79]

Poor work ethic? You're kidding right?

It's amazing how fans can spin some bs on a player just because he wants to get paid what he's worth. If he indeed wants out of Winnipeg that's his right and he's not doing anything he's not allowed to do.

 

[Deedog99]

I guess Bogosian taught him some things but working out in the gym wasn't one of them.

 

[GeorgeJETson]

If true, then the sooner he gets traded, the better.

 

[larmex99]

If true, then the sooner he gets traded, the better.

It must be true. It is on the internet.

 

[CorgisPer60]

I can't corroborate anything in that tweet, but I can recall a quote were Trouba said he wasn't a gym rat. It's also fact that he went to Gary Robert's Camp, then left really quickly and went to South Florida instead.

Also, this is about Tucker Poolman. The contract intrigues me because it's essentially an ELC that takes him to UFA status.

 

[Mud Turtle]

If true, then the sooner he gets traded, the better.

Some players have the skill needed to be an elite player, but not the drive. That’s Trouba.

Some players have the drive and character to be a top player but not the elite skill. That’s Poolman.

I think Tucker will still be a Jet long after Trouba leaves for a warmer climate.

And I’m good with that.

 

[Derfel]

This is a good signing, in almost every way.

 

[DJBiffWPG]

3 years ago..it's hearsay and since then he's gone on to prove himself as a #1 right side shutdown defensemen.

The numbers and results speak for themselves.

 

[MrBoJangelz71]

My ideal situation is Tucker develops this season into a legit 2/3rd pairing dman, and we can move on from Myers next seasons. That will free up over 4.5mill probably for a similar service.

 

[ffh]

My ideal situation is Tucker develops this season into a legit 2/3rd pairing dman, and we can move on from Myers next seasons. That will free up over 4.5mill probably for a similar service.

Why are we moving on from myers if we're moving on from trouba. Highly unlikely.

 

[MrBoJangelz71]

Why are we moving on from myers if we're moving on from trouba. Highly unlikely.

Did I not say my ideal situation? And who other than posters on a forum and speculating media has stated we are moving on from Trouba?

Until he is traded, my belief is he plays for us for at least 2 more seasons and possibly longer. But regardless, would you take Poolman at 750k over Myers a 6mill or thereabouts, if Poolman could provide a similar service?

 

[ffh]

Did I not say my ideal situation? And who other than posters on a forum and speculating media has stated we are moving on from Trouba?

Until he is traded, my belief is he plays for us for at least 2 more seasons and possibly longer. But regardless, would you take Poolman at 750k over Myers a 6mill or thereabouts, if Poolman could provide a similar service?

In what way can poolman provide a similar service. He is a 3rd pairing player at best. And no I don't think the jets have moved on past trouba but Trouba has definitely moved on past the jets. If the jets wait till next summer to sign myers they will lose him and trouba. The man is 28 and can be on the 2nd pairing easily. Trouba overpricing himself is not going to get better but worse as he gets closer to free agency.

 

[MrBoJangelz71]

In what way can poolman provide a similar service. He is a 3rd pairing player at best. And no I don't think the jets have moved on past trouba but Trouba has definitely moved on past the jets. If the jets wait till next summer to sign myers they will lose him and trouba. The man is 28 and can be on the 2nd pairing easily. Trouba overpricing himself is not going to get better but worse as he gets closer to free agency.

What do you mean in what way? By lacing up his skates and playing smart solid hockey.

He has played 25 games, not sure how you have fully determined where he falls in the depth chart. I saw more than enough last season to say he has shot at a middle pair, he has the physical tools, just needs to learn the NHL game through experience.

Myers is going to cost you 6mill next season, so say goodbye to a Roslovic or Vesalainen when he is due for a raise. The NHL is starting to realize that going young on the blue line is a smart move, so get ahead of the curve. We do not need a high offensive 2nd pairing Dman, we need a smart defensively conscious defensmen that can get the puck up to our skilled forward group, and Poolman showed he can do that decently in his first 25 NHL games.

 

[JetsNut]

Did I not say my ideal situation? And who other than posters on a forum and speculating media has stated we are moving on from Trouba?

Until he is traded, my belief is he plays for us for at least 2 more seasons and possibly longer. But regardless, would you take Poolman at 750k over Myers a 6mill or thereabouts, if Poolman could provide a similar service?

It’s doubtful Myers gets that much next deal and for the time being Poolman is no where best his level.

 

[MrBoJangelz71]

It’s doubtful Myers gets that much next deal and for the time being Poolman is no where best his level.

You speak as though he has played 200 plus NHL games and is a finished product. Almost all rookie defense players need a couple of seasons to figure the NHL game out.

His age does not mean he is a fully developed player. He might be fully developed physically, and physically he has the tools to play in the NHL today. Its the mental side he still has levels to climb, and I thought he came in at a pretty solid level to begin.

 

[Whileee]

In what way can poolman provide a similar service. He is a 3rd pairing player at best. And no I don't think the jets have moved on past trouba but Trouba has definitely moved on past the jets. If the jets wait till next summer to sign myers they will lose him and trouba. The man is 28 and can be on the 2nd pairing easily. Trouba overpricing himself is not going to get better but worse as he gets closer to free agency.

I disagree about Poolman's ceiling. I think he might be able to play as a good 2nd pairing D at some point. Maybe I'm overly optimistic about his potential, but I really like his potential.

 

[MrBoJangelz71]

Like I said, my ideal situation would be reupping on Trouba for a decent contract, trade Myers at the TDL for a solid prospect and pick, and backfill with a cheap Poolman.

This contract could be a saving grace for us in terms of keeping our young stable of skilled players.

 

[ps241]

Like I said, my ideal situation would be reupping on Trouba for a decent contract, trade Myers at the TDL for a solid prospect and pick, and backfill with a cheap Poolman.

This contract could be a saving grace for us in terms of keeping our young stable of skilled players.

I agree the cap will probably dictate that Poolman will need to play on the bottom pair by 2019-2020 at a minimum and I can’t wait. I like Poolman and think he will do well in that roll if he doesn’t have to carry Chiarot. Neither Myers or Poolman could play effectively with Ben last season.

 

[Mud Turtle]

Any word on Poolman. Is he still hurt, and if so, do we know what it is?

 

[surixon]

Any word on Poolman. Is he still hurt, and if so, do we know what it is?

Concussion

 

[Jets4Life]

Even though he is 26 now, I think Poolman can be a pleasant surprise this season. He has looked good thus far.

 

[FFHockey]

Even though he is 26 now, I think Poolman can be a pleasant surprise this season. He has looked good thus far.

Agree...the only “off” game he had was when he was paired with Schilling. Looked a lot more confident the last 2 games

 

[hn777]

I like him, but am I the only one feeling he is somewhat inconsistent/has too many gaffes for my liking? I would rank him after Niku and Pionk(?).
Still, I would start with him in the line up on #3RD, and hope he cleans up his game.

 

[Trinity]

Here's hoping we can take advantage of that beautiful contract of his over the next 2 years. Does he become a UFA after the contract is up?

 

[Gm0ney]

Here's hoping we can take advantage of that beautiful contract of his over the next 2 years. Does he become a UFA after the contract is up?

Yes (he's 26 now, so he'll be over the age limit when this deal is done).