That’s why they acquired Trouba & Gudas will cover 3rd pair.RHD is a much bigger weakness for them organizationally.
Cap will be rising by $25M over next 3 seasons, also:Hutson/Bolduc also need new contracts. Going to need some ELCs in the lineup next year.
Trouba and Gudas are short term bandaid. Reinbacher would be a permanent solution. Only prospect on the right they have is Trunesu.That’s why they acquired Trouba & Gudas will cover 3rd pair.
Na minimum 6 yearsHe would only do that on a bridge deal IMO.
He isn’t going anywhere but it’s nice to dreamDucks won't move McTavish for Hage though.
Habs are fine but they can’t start fucking it up because now personnel decisions mean moreCap will be rising by $25M over next 3 seasons, also:
- after this season Price + potentially Matheson + Laine > $24M
- after 26-27 season: Anderson + Gallagher = $12M
Hutson‘s contract will be in $8M range, and Bolduc will not be making bank….Habs are fine cap wise for foreseeable future
He is good but dont expect much more 60 pointsI haven’t seen McT play much — unless he’s some defensive liability, I’m also pulling the trigger
MM a rental isn’t moving for Mac , Verbeek will get better offersMcTavish won’t cost Redenbacher..
Verbeek has the owner breathing down his back, was for the first time in his 20yr+ ownership involved in end of season presser and made it clear his expectations are team will be competing for a playoff spot this upcoming season
There is zero chance Verbeek will take a chance at starting the season w a disgruntled player in the room - reports are McTavish is looking at ending up a 3C and not being in a position to put up top-6 numbers for his upcoming contract $$$$$
So if there’s any chance McTavish is disgruntled he’ll be dealt IMO.. package will include Matheson + …
Ducks weak link is LD - neither Mintyukov or Zellweger are ready to assume 20TOI+ on a regular basis, Matheson would provide that transition.
Verbeek is in desperation mode / trying to stay employed now that his boss who has NEVER been involved in any public capacity wrt to hockey, all of a sudden after 20yr+ of ownership is engaged in press conferences talking about how the team will compete for a playoff spot this upcoming season.Trouba and Gudas are short term bandaid. Reinbacher would be a permanent solution. Only prospect on the right they have is Trunesu.
I think they’re off to a pretty good start on those fronts.Habs are fine but they can’t start fucking it up because now personnel decisions mean more
The easy part of phase 1 of the retool / rebuild is nearly over
Anyone can unload aging vets and trash players with no expectation or cap issues
Now Hugo has to prove they can build a sustainable contender keeping an eye on the cap , draft and prospect capital.
A rating so farI think they’re off to a pretty good start on those fronts.
Can't see how trading their best player would helpVerbeek is in desperation mode / trying to stay employed now that his boss who has NEVER been involved in any public capacity wrt to hockey, all of a sudden after 20yr+ of ownership is engaged in press conferences talking about how the team will compete for a playoff spot this upcoming season.
Kreider & Trouba acquisitions are clear signs, future is now - Ana misses playoffs again, theres a good chance little ball of hate is gonzo
From what Verbeek’s been saying they plan to build around Carlsson + the 2-young D and have McTavish in 3C slotCan't see how trading their best player would help
They wont move Mac until they see what they have in McQueenFrom what Verbeek’s been saying they plan to build around Carlson + the 2-young D and have McTavish in 3C slot
They shouldn't, but the owner may not give Verbeek the time necessary.They wont move Mac until they see what they have in McQueen
You move Mac for a now team upgrade if your owner is desperate to winThey shouldn't, but the owner may not give Verbeek the time necessary.
FixedYou move Mac for a now team upgrade if your owner is desperate to win
It will never happen but a Mike Matheson ( get him the fuck out ) for Mac + is the type of move they need
That’s the problem with most rebuilds, owners growing impatient. Habs executed almost perfectly so far.Verbeek is in desperation mode / trying to stay employed now that his boss who has NEVER been involved in any public capacity wrt to hockey, all of a sudden after 20yr+ of ownership is engaged in press conferences talking about how the team will compete for a playoff spot this upcoming season.
Kreider & Trouba acquisitions are clear signs, future is now - Ana misses playoffs again, theres a good chance little ball of hate is gonzo
Be prepared to have Dobson as your new whipping boy.Fixed