Provost Posted June 30, 2018 Share Posted June 30, 2018 31 minutes ago, PhillipBlunt said: I still hope that Tavares does the right thing and heads back to the place that have him his career in Long Island. I would normally agree, but some clubs are run so poorly they don’t deserve that loyalty. The Islanders have robbed him of a chance to win for years through cheapness and mismanagement. Ottawa is in the same boat, they don’t do everything they can to win so don’t get to play the loyalty card. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PhillipBlunt Posted June 30, 2018 Share Posted June 30, 2018 1 minute ago, Provost said: I would normally agree, but some clubs are run so poorly they don’t deserve that loyalty. The Islanders have robbed him of a chance to win for years through cheapness and mismanagement. Ottawa is in the same boat, they don’t do everything they can to win so don’t get to play the loyalty card. NY is changing rapidly now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
.Naslund Posted June 30, 2018 Share Posted June 30, 2018 1 hour ago, PhillipBlunt said: I still hope that Tavares does the right thing and heads back to the place that have him his career in Long Island. Drafting Tavares was a easy decision and any team would've given him his chance if they were picking in that spot. Tavares isn't an object to be bought and retained over some sense of loyalty. I think that's why I prefer the NBA and how empowered their players are to essentially do whatever they want. If you've worked your tail off to be one of the best players in the world, you shouldn't be judged for "not being loyal" and sticking it out through the thick and thin. Life is short and you need to make the most of it. Sort of how some of us normies are on the lookout for better opportunities. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Provost Posted July 1, 2018 Share Posted July 1, 2018 Well if the reports of no decision tonight are true... then doesn’t that likely mean NYI are out of it? They can only offer the 8th year until he is a UFA, so if he is leaning towards re-signing he will be giving up a year of term. Of course he could just be playing us and planning on signi ng with them a few minutes before the deadline. He is effectively stopping any competition from going to back up plans as the entire trade/UFA front is waiting for this domino to fall. Tampa needs to trade Johnson before midnight or his NTC kicks in and they would have a tough time clearing cap space after that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alflives Posted July 1, 2018 Share Posted July 1, 2018 2 minutes ago, Provost said: Well if the reports of no decision tonight are true... then doesn’t that likely mean NYI are out of it? They can only offer the 8th year until he is a UFA, so if he is leaning towards re-signing he will be giving up a year of term. Of course he could just be playing us and planning on signi ng with them a few minutes before the deadline. He is effectively stopping any competition from going to back up plans as the entire trade/UFA front is waiting for this domino to fall. Tampa needs to trade Johnson before midnight or his NTC kicks in and they would have a tough time clearing cap space after that. I know the Islanders brought in Lou to steady the ship, which he’s done. However, JT suffered there for his entire career. He’s gone July 1st. Next July 1st it’s EK’s turn. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BoqvistOrBust Posted July 1, 2018 Share Posted July 1, 2018 5 hours ago, .Naslund said: Drafting Tavares was a easy decision and any team would've given him his chance if they were picking in that spot. Tavares isn't an object to be bought and retained over some sense of loyalty. I think that's why I prefer the NBA and how empowered their players are to essentially do whatever they want. If you've worked your tail off to be one of the best players in the world, you shouldn't be judged for "not being loyal" and sticking it out through the thick and thin. Life is short and you need to make the most of it. Sort of how some of us normies are on the lookout for better opportunities. There should be a combination of loyalty, freedom and compensation Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
.Naslund Posted July 1, 2018 Share Posted July 1, 2018 1 hour ago, BoqvistOrBust said: There should be a combination of loyalty, freedom and compensation He'll take a hometown discount if he feels they have a chance to compete. One shouldn't waste their career on a losing team just to remain loyal. McDavid send to be regretting his decision a bit haha Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldnews Posted July 1, 2018 Share Posted July 1, 2018 8 hours ago, PhillipBlunt said: NY is changing rapidly now. I don't know. I hate to say it, but if I were Tavares I'd be more likely to bolt after these changes than before. My confidence in LouLam aint high. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PhillipBlunt Posted July 1, 2018 Share Posted July 1, 2018 1 minute ago, oldnews said: I don't know. I hate to say it, but if I were Tavares I'd be more likely to bolt after these changes than before. My confidence in LouLam aint high. But Trotz! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldnews Posted July 1, 2018 Share Posted July 1, 2018 2 minutes ago, PhillipBlunt said: But Trotz! true. good point. but is Trotz also gonna run the retool, or do they already have the parts they need? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PhillipBlunt Posted July 1, 2018 Share Posted July 1, 2018 2 minutes ago, oldnews said: true. good point. but is Trotz also gonna run the retool, or do they already have the parts they need? Good point. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldnews Posted July 1, 2018 Share Posted July 1, 2018 Bagel Boss promises Tavares free bagels for life to stay with Islanders Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldnews Posted July 1, 2018 Share Posted July 1, 2018 Tom GulittiVerified account @TomGulittiNHL 1h1 hour ago I have no idea what's going to happen, but the minimal news coming out on John Tavares today has Lou Lamoriello written all over it. Not sure that'd be the case if Lamoriello wasn't still involved in this process in some way. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KelownaCanucksFan Posted July 1, 2018 Share Posted July 1, 2018 I have a sick feeling that it’s going to be San Jose, they better win a cup within 3 years or they will be stuck with a lot of bad contracts with older players after that Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kanukfanatic Posted July 1, 2018 Share Posted July 1, 2018 1 minute ago, KelownaCanucksFan said: I have a sick feeling that it’s going to be San Jose, they better win a cup within 3 years or they will be stuck with a lot of bad contracts with older players after that Man I hope it is. I will puke if the Laughs get him.....geez!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wallstreetamigo Posted July 1, 2018 Share Posted July 1, 2018 If he leaves the Isles i want him to go anywhere but Toronto. The comedy gold of seeing their media attempts to justify why he didnt choose Toronto will be worth it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Squamfan Posted July 1, 2018 Share Posted July 1, 2018 44 minutes ago, oldnews said: Tom GulittiVerified account @TomGulittiNHL 1h1 hour ago I have no idea what's going to happen, but the minimal news coming out on John Tavares today has Lou Lamoriello written all over it. Not sure that'd be the case if Lamoriello wasn't still involved in this process in some way. the think is now he can only sign for 7 years, but its going to be the islanders. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Great Canucks Posted July 1, 2018 Share Posted July 1, 2018 17 minutes ago, Squamfan said: the think is now he can only sign for 7 years, but its going to be the islanders. But why wouldn't they just give him 8 years, then? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kanukfanatic Posted July 1, 2018 Share Posted July 1, 2018 17 minutes ago, Squamfan said: the think is now he can only sign for 7 years, but its going to be the islanders. No reason for JT to go back to the Islanders now. If so he would have done it for 8 years. The only possibility being he did resign for NYI for 8 but it hasnt come out yet. Otherwise, he has chosen a new team. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Squamfan Posted July 1, 2018 Share Posted July 1, 2018 Just now, The Great Canucks said: But why wouldn't they just give him 8 years, then? to screw TO, lu is a jealous prick Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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