Canuckz101 Posted April 23, 2012 Share Posted April 23, 2012 I still think Schneider will be the one to be moved, largely in part because he is too valuable an asset to not move. We know who the players in this scenario are and we stand to gain future stability from such a trade. We all like Schneider...I like Schneider but the fact is we don't absolutely NEED Schneider. Our goaltending is exceptional and Luongo has a few more good years in him where he can mentor one of our great goalie prospects (Lack, Cannata). We're not hurting in the goalie department. Schneider is a chip that we can play in a trade to solidify our future by getting a legitimate young, franchise, impact player. We all know those sorts of players can only be had if you have a top 2 or 3 pick...you know, the can't miss ones, the ones who more than likely will end up as superstars in the NHL. How often have we found ourselves in such a position to draft an impact franchise player (1st or 2nd pick overall) to build around?? Few and far between. With our team, we hardly EVER get a chance to do so. This is a good draft year but players in the top 5 are the ones you want to get. Those are the ones we want to be able to select from, game changers. We need a young game changer. Every NHL team wants this and usually you have to tank a season to get a good pick from the talent pool. We are in an enviable position that a lot of teams are not. We have an asset that a team picking 2nd overall wants badly and will likely pay for. The best part is we don't have to tank for this pick. For the sake of the future of the organization, we must take this opportunity and grab that 2nd overall pick. That pick is a huge part of Vancouver's present and future and a way for Gillis to somewhat redeem himself in the public's eye for the poor handling of the Hodgson trade. In my mind, this is a no brainer. To Columbus: -Cory Schneider -Vancouver 1st (2012) To Vancouver: -Columbus 1st (2012-2nd overall)- Yakupov, Grigorenko, or Murray -Ryan Johansen- needs to get out of the Columbus system and is a blue chipper. -Columbus 1st (2013)- likely a high pick - sign Justin Schultz If we have to add more to the table to make it happen, I am sure we can work something out but if Tampa is willing to give us 2- 1st rounders PLUS a great prospect, we should be able to squeeze a similar deal out of Columbus. They'll still have their 1st rounders from dealing Nash so they might be willing to do this just to get their hands on Schneider. This is a win/win for both organizations. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EV604 Posted April 23, 2012 Share Posted April 23, 2012 Good luck buddy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bilbro Baggins Posted April 23, 2012 Share Posted April 23, 2012 I'd do that trade in a heartbeat. Columbus wouldn't. Schneider and our 1st for their 2nd overall is more realistic. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
unbridled_id Posted April 23, 2012 Share Posted April 23, 2012 Why not just absorb the Jackets organization like the blob would and take what you need ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marknessmonster Posted April 23, 2012 Share Posted April 23, 2012 wow is Columbus stupid, I don't believe so. They have Steve Mason who is and will be a Wicked Goalie, and there 1 first round pick will not be in play. Nash how ever will be, and the move would more than likely be for lou given his age recent struggles and bigger contract. What about lou for nash and a first round next year (Columbus 2013) Columbus gets a veteran goalie to help bring along Mason like he did Schneider. Vancouver signs goalie of future with less money gets bigger stronger up front with Nash and adds prospect for next draft Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dorrcoq Posted April 23, 2012 Share Posted April 23, 2012 Think before you write Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Canuckz101 Posted April 23, 2012 Author Share Posted April 23, 2012 Why does it seem so far fetched an idea for some to see? Schneider's value is enormous and Columbus is desperate to get him. Columbus is our best trading partner hands down. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
unbridled_id Posted April 23, 2012 Share Posted April 23, 2012 Why is a 26 year old rookie who has yet to carry a team, play 50 games in a season, or win a playoff series so valuable ?... No team will help rebuild the Nucks... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marknessmonster Posted April 23, 2012 Share Posted April 23, 2012 I like them Both but unless lou restructures his deal he is on the move its to much against the cap. Schneider is younger they can sign him cheaper and they are both great goalies just one out played the other. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Canuckz101 Posted April 23, 2012 Author Share Posted April 23, 2012 All I can say is we'd be stupid to not go after the 2nd overall pick when the opportunity is there without having to tank a season to get it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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