Tystick Posted July 25, 2012 Share Posted July 25, 2012 I ran in to Shane Doan in Kamloops today at Save On Foods. Talked briefly, super nice guy. Didn't delve into his situation too much (although the conversation started like this- "are you Shane Doan?" yes , "You would look great in blue and green!"). Biggest thing I could take from my brief interlude is that his family is going to be a very big factor with where he plays. Gotta respect that.Didn't pester him beyond that except to say if he was in the line up in 10/11 the Canucks would have won. Nothing earth shattering but was pretty cool for me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DeNiro Posted July 25, 2012 Share Posted July 25, 2012 Well if family is what is the biggest part of his decision like he has said, that obviously means that Phoenix is his first choice and that he probably doesn't want to uproot them from there. But if it doesn't work out, what better place then his second home? He obviously spends alot of time in BC in the summer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
King Heffy Posted July 26, 2012 Share Posted July 26, 2012 I ran in to Shane Doan in Kamloops today at Save On Foods. Talked briefly, super nice guy. Didn't delve into his situation too much (although the conversation started like this- "are you Shane Doan?" yes , "You would look great in blue and green!"). Biggest thing I could take from my brief interlude is that his family is going to be a very big factor with where he plays. Gotta respect that.Didn't pester him beyond that except to say if he was in the line up in 10/11 the Canucks would have won. Nothing earth shattering but was pretty cool for me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thad Posted July 26, 2012 Share Posted July 26, 2012 You shoulda said "dude.... Think you can get me on mantracker??" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnLocke Posted July 26, 2012 Share Posted July 26, 2012 I ran in to Shane Doan in Kamloops today at Save On Foods. Talked briefly, super nice guy. Didn't delve into his situation too much (although the conversation started like this- "are you Shane Doan?" yes , "You would look great in blue and green!"). Biggest thing I could take from my brief interlude is that his family is going to be a very big factor with where he plays. Gotta respect that.Didn't pester him beyond that except to say if he was in the line up in 10/11 the Canucks would have won. Nothing earth shattering but was pretty cool for me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ossi Vaananen Posted July 26, 2012 Share Posted July 26, 2012 THE DOAN OF ALL TRADES Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RunningWild Posted July 26, 2012 Share Posted July 26, 2012 So he hasn't visited a single western team yet? Wonder if he wants to go east so he doesn't have to face Yotes so often. Or maybe hes doing Eastern teams first, then the west. He visited NYR first cause he was there for negotiations, wonder why he hasn't visited Vancouver since it's relatively close to his offseason home (Kamloops). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Kassassin Train Posted July 26, 2012 Share Posted July 26, 2012 haha what?! Are you calling me pessimistic? I'm the furthest from pessimistic lol. I'm actually a realist, not a homer. But while we're at it... PS: I woudn't be surprised if Doan signed here though. I'm sure he wants to play for a Canadian team for once, but it's just whether he's willing to step out of the desert, take a bit of a paycut and determines we have the best chance to win it all. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LanghorneslimRules Posted July 26, 2012 Share Posted July 26, 2012 Well if family is what is the biggest part of his decision like he has said, that obviously means that Phoenix is his first choice and that he probably doesn't want to uproot them from there. But if it doesn't work out, what better place then his second home? He obviously spends alot of time in BC in the summer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tas Posted July 26, 2012 Share Posted July 26, 2012 Ya but new york is just as good a team and look at weber he is form bc did not matter to him. The fact is new york is the best option for doan. They are a great team and nash is going to make them a real contender. Doan to New York that is my guess Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DollarAndADream Posted July 26, 2012 Share Posted July 26, 2012 So he hasn't visited a single western team yet? Wonder if he wants to go east so he doesn't have to face Yotes so often. Or maybe hes doing Eastern teams first, then the west. He visited NYR first cause he was there for negotiations, wonder why he hasn't visited Vancouver since it's relatively close to his offseason home (Kamloops). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tas Posted July 26, 2012 Share Posted July 26, 2012 Well, he's already spoken on the phone with Vancouver. Also he knows Gilman personally, because Gilman worked for Winnipeg back when they drafted Doan if I'm correct. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
George_Costanza Posted July 26, 2012 Share Posted July 26, 2012 http://news.cincinnati.com/usatoday/article/56491232?odyssey=mod%7Cnewswell%7Ctext%7CSports%7Cs USA Today Predators in on Shane Doan sweepstakes 8:28 PM, Jul. 25, 2012 Now that the Nashville Predators have committed $110 million to Shea Weber, they are trying to recruit unrestricted free agent power forward Shane Doan, who is probably the most attractive player still in the marketplace. "He is an outstanding player and outstanding person," Predators coach Barry Trotz said of Doan. "He really would be a type of player we would want on our hockey club and we are exploring that like a lot of other teams." Doan, 35, has made it clear that he prefers to stay with the Phoenix Coyotes, but he won't stay unless he is convinced there will be stable ownership and that the team won't be moved. Former San Jose Sharks executive Greg Jamison is trying to buy the team. Sixteen teams have expressed interest in Doan and six have made offers, according to his agent. He has met with the New York Rangers and Philadelphia Flyers and TVA Sports says he plans to meet with the Montreal Canadiens. "If he is available, I know we will be high on his list because I know one of the things he's looking for is a team with a chance to win," Trotz said. "I'd check that off because he believes we are." Trotz said Doan knows several Nashville players, including Weber. "He's a great family guy and a great Christian athlete, and we fit into his framework in so many areas," Trotz said. "I think we have a big chance if he becomes available." It would seem that it now will be easier for Nashville to attract players. Said Trotz: "We are not in a rebuilding mode. We are in a go-forward mode to win a Stanley Cup." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WillyFox Posted July 26, 2012 Share Posted July 26, 2012 Be pretty sick to get him but at the expense of losing one of burrows or edler I think I'd pass if he wants more then 1 year which he does. To much cash and term on the table from other teams. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Architect Posted July 26, 2012 Share Posted July 26, 2012 f8ck it all in on Doan. Teams are getting too good. Patience is one thing, but at a certain point you need to make moves. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blömqvist Posted July 26, 2012 Share Posted July 26, 2012 Trotz said Doan knows several Nashville players, including Weber. "He's a great family guy and a great Christian athlete, and we fit into his framework in so many areas," Trotz said. "I think we have a big chance if he becomes available." It would seem that it now will be easier for Nashville to attract players. Said Trotz: "We are not in a rebuilding mode. We are in a go-forward mode to win a Stanley Cup." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Canucks_fo_life Posted July 26, 2012 Share Posted July 26, 2012 Dave Pratt on CKNW just now talked to Shane Doans agent Doans agent: "We've been in constant contact with the Canucks" Pratt: Are Canucks on the short list? Doan's agent: "Yes" Pratt: "Are the Kings?" Agent: Haven't spoke to Doan about the Kings recently Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hyroglyphixs Posted July 26, 2012 Share Posted July 26, 2012 Dave Pratt on CKNW just now talked to Shane Doans agent Doans agent: "We've been in constant contact with the Canucks" Pratt: Are Canucks on the short list? Doan's agent: "Yes" Pratt: "Are the Kings?" Agent: Haven't spoke to Doan about the Kings recently Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lui's Knob Posted July 26, 2012 Share Posted July 26, 2012 Doubt he will sign here but we need his leadership and experience Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tru_Knyte Posted July 26, 2012 Share Posted July 26, 2012 If Doan signs with us I'm going to mail him the biggest fruit basket ever Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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