Boddy604 Posted February 10, 2016 Share Posted February 10, 2016 http://www.tsn.ca/reading-the-trade-market-tea-leaves-1.436138 Kyle Okposo and Frans Nielsen, both of whom are scheduled to become free agents on July 1, there is no real sense either would be moved as a rental before the deadline. The Islanders’ philosophy, or at least Snow’s, is a little different than a lot of other teams when it comes to expiring contracts. It’s not carved in stone, but repeat after me: The Islanders are all about a) making the playoffs, and b) trying to make a splash in the playoffs. The Isles’ short-term interests are not best served by getting draft picks or prospects in exchange for significant contributors to the immediate cause, as Okposo and Nielsen are. Certainly in Okposo’s case, Snow knows it will be difficult if not impossible to re-sign him, but if/when Okposo walks off into free agency, the Isles will rationalize their return on Okposo as being able to spend the dollars otherwise earmarked for him on somebody else. Also talks about how Benning has not received a single call regarding Hamhuis. So if Okposo is likely to reach free agency, we just might have a shot at him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pickly Posted February 10, 2016 Share Posted February 10, 2016 I find it hard to believe there hasn't been a single phone call regarding Hammer. I mean, GM's talk to one another all the time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dekey Pete Posted February 10, 2016 Share Posted February 10, 2016 4 minutes ago, Pickly said: I find it hard to believe there hasn't been a single phone call regarding Hammer. I mean, GM's talk to one another all the time. I would guess the other GM's want to see him play a few games before they waste JB's time with offers. He's been out since December and only play a few games back. I would think if he was going to be moved it would be pretty close to the deadline. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gstank29 Posted February 10, 2016 Share Posted February 10, 2016 Ok im going to be a dick. Not everything deserves it's own thread please put it in another thread Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheOgRook Posted February 10, 2016 Share Posted February 10, 2016 3 minutes ago, Gstank29 said: Ok im going to be a dick. Not everything deserves it's own thread please put it in another thread Ugh it's official!! CDC can officially broke Stanker i hope Elvis isn't having a stroke or nothing.. Frustrating day in here Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr.DirtyDangles Posted February 10, 2016 Share Posted February 10, 2016 Nielson is unreal and will only get better. Would love to see him here. I honestly dont see very much happening at the deadline for us. Draft day will be a doozy though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hugor Hill Posted February 10, 2016 Share Posted February 10, 2016 5 minutes ago, Pickly said: I find it hard to believe there hasn't been a single phone call regarding Hammer. I mean, GM's talk to one another all the time. They are waiting for JB to send the 'Higgins' email. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KootNuck Posted February 10, 2016 Share Posted February 10, 2016 With Edlers injury my guess is Hamhuis isn't going anywhere, he probally didn't want to waive anyways, really hope we can get something for Virbata though, think that will be about all that happens before TDL, maybe Prust for very late pick? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gobi Posted February 10, 2016 Share Posted February 10, 2016 GM's are waiting for JB to add a draft pick to Hamhuis. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
-Vintage Canuck- Posted February 10, 2016 Share Posted February 10, 2016 Yawn. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nd1989 Posted February 10, 2016 Share Posted February 10, 2016 Im sure gm's were just waiting for hammer to get back in the lineup and send scouts to canucks games before calling, no way he doesnt generate some interest. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PhillipBlunt Posted February 10, 2016 Share Posted February 10, 2016 54 minutes ago, Boddy604 said: http://www.tsn.ca/reading-the-trade-market-tea-leaves-1.436138 Kyle Okposo and Frans Nielsen, both of whom are scheduled to become free agents on July 1, there is no real sense either would be moved as a rental before the deadline. The Islanders’ philosophy, or at least Snow’s, is a little different than a lot of other teams when it comes to expiring contracts. It’s not carved in stone, but repeat after me: The Islanders are all about a) making the playoffs, and b) trying to make a splash in the playoffs. The Isles’ short-term interests are not best served by getting draft picks or prospects in exchange for significant contributors to the immediate cause, as Okposo and Nielsen are. Certainly in Okposo’s case, Snow knows it will be difficult if not impossible to re-sign him, but if/when Okposo walks off into free agency, the Isles will rationalize their return on Okposo as being able to spend the dollars otherwise earmarked for him on somebody else. Also talks about how Benning has not received a single call regarding Hamhuis. So if Okposo is likely to reach free agency, we just might have a shot at him. Speculation is merely that. These clowns have no idea who is calling Benning. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bigturk8 Posted February 10, 2016 Share Posted February 10, 2016 1 minute ago, PhillipBlunt said: Speculation is merely that. These clowns have no idea who is calling Benning. The article is written by Bob Mackenzie. It's not like him to spread rumors and claim they're facts. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fanuck Posted February 10, 2016 Share Posted February 10, 2016 If you're Hammer, this could be a win/win. Hammer gets approached by JB to waive - Hammer says he'll waive but to a team like WSH/LA/STL (somewhere with a legit chance at winning it all) and JB takes all the heat for asking him to waive. Hammer gets his opportunity to be with another winning club for one more run - then the Canucks can give him their best offer July 1st and Hammer could be back here to finish out his career and mentor the kids as it seems he is very interested in doing anyway. Hammer has 6/8 games playing as well as he did last night, then there would definitely be increased interest. Top prospect and/or 1st rounder wouldn't be out of the question imo. Hammer and a 2nd for Bowey from WSH; then Virby for a 2nd to anyone who will take the guy and we recoup our 2nd from the Hammer deal. We're WAY ahead after those deals regardless if Hammer re-signs in July or not (but I hope he does). Git'er done JB! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gurn Posted February 10, 2016 Share Posted February 10, 2016 No phone calls, did Bob say anything about no e mail, msn messenger, text or I have no idea how other ways to communicate, including in person? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chickenman92 Posted February 10, 2016 Share Posted February 10, 2016 39 minutes ago, gobi said: GM's are waiting for JB to add a draft pick to Hamhuis. Hamhuis and a 3rd for a 4th... #BenningStyle (sarcasm) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nazzy-mo-bert Posted February 10, 2016 Share Posted February 10, 2016 Hans(en) and Frans. Make it happen Jim. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PhillipBlunt Posted February 11, 2016 Share Posted February 11, 2016 36 minutes ago, Bigturk8 said: The article is written by Bob Mackenzie. It's not like him to spread rumors and claim they're facts. Hahahaha. I just read the post. Mckenzie is pretty airtight. Oops. I'll take that hit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
canadiangunner Posted February 11, 2016 Share Posted February 11, 2016 Hamhuis, Vrbata and Burrows should all be gone. Make it happen Bennington! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
86Viking Posted February 11, 2016 Share Posted February 11, 2016 2 hours ago, Gstank29 said: Ok im going to be a dick. Not everything deserves it's own thread please put it in another thread where are the great mods from years past that would lock your thread if you put the wrong brackets up in a topic headline? Cant patrol this site 24/7 though. But I get where you aer coming from Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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