Official 2010 Off-Season transactions thread

Post by **Manimal** » Fri Jul 02, 2010 1:40 am

philou21 wrote:What's the point in that stupid contract the Rangers gives to Boogaard?? Sather doesn't have a guy named Brashear who just been put on waiver because of a stupid big contract for a goon?

Brashear is not enforcing anymore. He just sucks. Boogaard is top- 3 in the league fight wise, perhaps #1. Still very overpaid. No enforcer is worth more than one million in this day and age, I think(and I love hockey fights)

Post by **philou21** » Fri Jul 02, 2010 1:59 am

Jokinen isn't a bad deal in term of money. What's stupid is that he get rid of him less than a couples of months ago and then bring him back, just like Tanguay too.

I agree with you Manimal, that was my point.

Post by **Jypfan92** » Fri Jul 02, 2010 7:46 am

Jokinen to Calgary= Calgary going to trade Iginla? Anyway, they aren't going to play in same line next season, they're too similar.

I think that Calgary's biggest problems are Kotalik, Langkow and Staios, not Jokinen and Tanguay.

Post by **philou21** » Fri Jul 02, 2010 10:35 am

Kotalik as been put on waivers 3 days ago they're gonna buy out is contract, it's not a problem anymore.

alexob18 · Post by **alexob18** » Fri Jul 02, 2010 10:21 pm

Kulemin re-signed by Laffs, 2 yrs, 2.35 mill per.

The Hutch · Post by **The Hutch** » Fri Jul 02, 2010 10:44 pm

Versteeg - Bozak - Kessel
Kulemin - Kadri - Armstrong
Caputi - Grabovski -Sjostrom
Brown - Hanson - Orr

Hmmmm not quite where I'd like them to be. Still more work to be done.

The Hutch · Post by **The Hutch** » Fri Jul 02, 2010 10:45 pm

Tasku wrote:All this transactions-action, and still nothing is happening with the Capitals?

Dany Sabourin

Post by **philou21** » Fri Jul 02, 2010 10:57 pm

The Hutch wrote:Versteeg - Bozak - Kessel
Kulemin - Kadri - Armstrong
Caputi - Grabovski -Sjostrom
Brown - Hanson - Orr

Hmmmm not quite where I'd like them to be. Still more work to be done.

Awful line-up in my opinion. Sucks less than last year though but when you got Versteeg and Bozak on your first line...ouch. At least defence's looking good.

alexob18 · Post by **alexob18** » Fri Jul 02, 2010 11:05 pm

Matt Lombardi to the Preds at 3.5 mill per season, 3 yr term.

Post by **Manimal** » Fri Jul 02, 2010 11:16 pm

alexob18 wrote:Matt Lombardi to the Preds at 3.5 mill per season, 3 yr term.

Good signing. He was probably the best FA centre out there.

alexob18 · Post by **alexob18** » Fri Jul 02, 2010 11:24 pm

Agreed. Signed to a great deal too.

The Hutch · Post by **The Hutch** » Fri Jul 02, 2010 11:33 pm

philou21 wrote:
The Hutch wrote:Versteeg - Bozak - Kessel
Kulemin - Kadri - Armstrong
Caputi - Grabovski -Sjostrom
Brown - Hanson - Orr

Hmmmm not quite where I'd like them to be. Still more work to be done.
Awful line-up in my opinion. Sucks less than last year though but when you got Versteeg and Bozak on your first line...ouch. At least defence's looking good.

Hence the whole "still more work to be done", I'd be happier with a legit top line winger.

Post by **philou21** » Fri Jul 02, 2010 11:41 pm

....and a top line center. Maybe in a couple of years Kadri will be that one.

Post by **Danny** » Sat Jul 03, 2010 12:43 am

Welcome to Boston Mr. Larsson

The Hutch · Post by **The Hutch** » Sat Jul 03, 2010 12:58 am

philou21 wrote:....and a top line center. Maybe in a couple of years Kadri will be that one.

Absolutely. There's no guarantee that Kadri would be NHL ready, he's got a lot of strength to build up. If he doesn't, his 167lbs (When last I checked) is going to get graped.

In Burke I trust!

Post by **philou21** » Sat Jul 03, 2010 1:00 am

My god I didn't thought he was that skinny.

I really like what I've seen from him at last year training camp, this kid got potential, just need to develop him well and gain some weight....

alexob18 · Post by **alexob18** » Sat Jul 03, 2010 1:06 am

He's probably up around 180ish at the moment.

The Hutch · Post by **The Hutch** » Sat Jul 03, 2010 4:32 am

Good, this time it pleases me that The Hockey News website is behind the times. I figured that there'd be no way he wouldn't be aiming at bulking up over this past season.

Post by **Danny** » Sat Jul 03, 2010 4:41 am

Brandon Bochenski once bulked up over the summer. Didn't turn out too well

Post by **Tasku** » Sat Jul 03, 2010 9:46 am

The Hutch wrote:
Tasku wrote:All this transactions-action, and still nothing is happening with the Capitals?
Dany Sabourin

Yay!

Post by **philou21** » Sat Jul 03, 2010 10:37 am

Read a rumor about the Isles running after Kovalchuk. Snow would give him is 10 years 100 millions contract. I hope Kovalchuk will not sign there, nobody can feed him well with the puck at NY. Tavares will become another high goal scorer and I don't think they would get along well in the futur...

alexob18 · Post by **alexob18** » Sat Jul 03, 2010 3:28 pm

I've seen a ton of reports saying he will not sign with the Isles. Kings a likely destination. The Isles aren't a winning team, Kovy wants to win, and they have no plans for a new arena.

bestrafer7 · Post by **bestrafer7** » Sat Jul 03, 2010 3:53 pm

philou21 wrote:Read a rumor about the Isles running after Kovalchuk. Snow would give him is 10 years 100 millions contract. I hope Kovalchuk will not sign there, nobody can feed him well with the puck at NY. Tavares will become another high goal scorer and I don't think they would get along well in the futur...

I believe if Kovalchuk did sign with New York, in 2-3 years they would put up some big offensive numbers. They have a great group of prospects with offensive upside at all three forward positions

Look at their depth on offense in the coming years:

Center
John Tavares - Age: 19 - 1st Line Scoring Forward - The 1st overall pick in 2009, Tavares has great potential offensive upside. His rookie season was a good indication when he put up 54 points on a very low scoring Islanders team. He will pick up big minutes playing on the 1st forward line and 1st powerplay squad.

Joshua Bailey - Age: 21 - Top 6 Forward - Bailey has some good passing and found his shot after a move to LW last season. Bailey has the defensive capabilites to play the PK as well. Bailey will be a huge asset to this team in 1-2 years.

Frans Nielsen - Age: 26 - Top 6 Forward - Has great hands and can make other players better in the offensive zone. Has great two-way potential with good hockey sense. Frans centered the 2nd power play unit last season.

Rob Schremp - Age:24 - Potential Top 6 Forward - Schremp has great playmaking hands and makes tape to tape passes with ease. He has major offensive upside, but his poor defensive play without the puck and inconsistent play keep him playing on the 3rd and 4th lines. If he can find a way to be more consistent, he could threaten Bailey or Nielsen for that 2nd line center spot.

Brock Nelson - Age: 18 - Potential Top 6 Forward - A skilled high schooler with great offensive upside and scoring ability. Brock netted 39 goals in just 25 games with Warrod in the Minnesota high school system. Brock has NHL size, speed and hands combined with an excellent work ethic and you have a potential second line power forward who can put the puck in the net. He is a few years away from making the team, but has committed to North Dakota next season.

David Ullström - Age: 21 - Potential Bottom 6 Forward - Great stickhandling and coast to coast finishing ability. He made the move to North America this season and in 2-3 years he could work his way into a 10 minute a night role with the Isles.

Casey Cizikas - Age: 20 - Potential Bottom 6 Forward - Casey has good offensive upside with sharp hands and good passing. Casey started to put the puck in the net more in 09-10 after he starting shooting the puck more. Casey was charged with manslaughter in 2007 when he killed an opponent in a rugby match, he was sentenced to one year of probation and 100 hours of community service.

Right Wing
Kyle Okposo - Age: 22 - Top 6 Forward - Has excellent scoring ability with a strong physical presence in the offensive zone. Okposo has an excellent work ethic, but displays durability problems as the season wears on.

Kirill Petrov - Age: 20 - Potential Top 6 Power Forward - Coming to North America in 2010-11, Kirill has NHL size at 6'3" 200lbs, NHL speed and NHL hands. Has a good physical presence that lets him utilize his soft hands in tight quarters. Petrov makes inconsistent decisions in the neutral zone and has been known to produce turnovers.

Rhett Rakhshani - Age: 22 - Potential Top 6 Forward - Rhett has excellent skating abilities and a quick shot that leads to plenty of offensive upside. He put up 50 points in 41 games last season with Denver before signing an entry level contract with the Isles. Rhett will need to bulk up his frame, but his speed and tape to tape passing gives him great offensive upside.

Kirill Kabanov - Age: 17 - Potential Top 6 Forward - The big wild card in the NHL draft. Kabanov has the desire to play in North America and he has all the talent to play in the NHL, but will he be determined enough to put in the work it takes to play with the best in the world. Kabanov gave an interview at the NHL scouting combine where he said he wanted to play in North America in 2010-11 and that he would try his hardest to make his NHL team or their AHL affiliate. Kabanov has great size and is very quick from being stopped. He makes seemingly effortless plays and leaves defenders twisted and tangled as he dangles his way to the net. Kabanov put up a point per game with Moncton in the QMJHL. Kabanov went through an Ovechkin-like contract dispute with the KHL in 2009 when he wanted to come to North America and play major junior hockey rather than playing with Ufa in the KHL. After a good start with Moncton, Kabanov suffered a wrist injury and lack of playing time made him slip from first line player to 4th liner when Kabanov returned in February. Kabanov was unhappy with his playing time in Moncton and parted ways with the team to play with the Russia U18 team. After a few days with the U18 team, he was kicked off by the coach due to his selfish play, "Kabanov came and thought 'Here I am, a star from Canada, who will save all.' But it's the team that wins rather than an individual player". Kabanov's draft stock dipped again when he parted ways with his agent J.P. Berry. I have read that alot of Kabanov's problem are his over-barring and controlling dad making decisions for the young winger. His agent said "I work with players and their parents since 1992, and I never had to deal with such a complicated person."Kabanov has the skill and talent of a 1st line goal scorer, but needs to work on his character and work ethic, something he was highly touted for just a year ago. I believe in 2-3 years you will see Kabanov as an NHL regular.

Left Wing
Blake Comeau - Age: 24 - Potential Top 6 Forward - Comeau has great hockey sense and an ability to work physically in the corners. His inconsistent goal scoring holds him back from top 6 minutes, but his great work in the corners makes him perfect for a 3rd line grinder role. Comeau put up his best offensive numbers last season, more playing time is potentially up for grabs this season.

Nino Niederreiter - Age: 17 - Potential Top 6 Forward - A physically strong skater who enjoys battling for the puck in the corners. Nino has NHL size, speed and skill. His big game potential is great as well, he seems to play up to his competition, something the Isles will cherish in the future. Nino has good offensive upside.

Jesse Joensuu - Age: 22 - Potential Top 6 Forward - Joensuu has first line potential, but after two seasons in North America, he has yet to show that. Joensuu has a big body, but often gets worked off the puck in the corner. His stickhandling is rather good, but his inability to finish with his weak wrist shot lowers his point production significantly. With more work in the Isles development system, Jesse could still develop into a top 6 forward.

Trevor Smith - Age: 25 - Potential Bottom 6 Forward - A playmaker with average speed, but a quick shot. The Isles believe he has good offensive upside with his excellent hockey sense. When Smith is on the ice, he puck always seems to be near him.

Robin Figren - Age: 22 - Potential Top 6 Forward - Figren shows flair with his offensive abilities and has a great shot. His selfish play leads to inconsistent scoring, but he still has good offensive upside. Figren has good defensive abilities, but being slightly undersized at 5'11", Figren usually gets pushed around in the corners.

Jason Gregoire - Age: 21 - Potential Bottom 6 Forward - A good playmaker with a good shot. Gregoire has put up good numbers on the NCAA level with North Dakota. A natural born leader, Jason will do it all at both ends of the ice to ensure his team wins. He could end up being as high as a second line forward, but looks to project as a bottom 6 goal scorer.

Post by **philou21** » Sat Jul 03, 2010 4:32 pm

I understand your point but I wasn't talking about a bad team or don't get along with other in term of character. I've always thought that putting 2 sniper together isn't a good idea, that's why I think Tavares and Kovalchuk wouldn't get together in that way. He needs a passing center like Savard back in ATL.

I don't know why but that makes me think of the Olympic about the duo Kovy/Ovy and they have failed extremely well.

IceTimer · Post by **IceTimer** » Sat Jul 03, 2010 5:08 pm

philou21 wrote:
The Hutch wrote:Versteeg - Bozak - Kessel
Kulemin - Kadri - Armstrong
Caputi - Grabovski -Sjostrom
Brown - Hanson - Orr

Hmmmm not quite where I'd like them to be. Still more work to be done.
Awful line-up in my opinion. Sucks less than last year though but when you got Versteeg and Bozak on your first line...ouch. At least defence's looking good.

LOL, yeah, it's looking good for one of the worst in the NHL.