-Vintage Canuck- Posted July 23, 2013 Share Posted July 23, 2013 Mikhail Grabovski taking his time before signing: Unrestricted free agent center Mikhail Grabovski isn't rushing his decision to sign with a new team this off-season, despite serious interest from a few clubs. Grabovski, 29, became a free agent after being bought out by the Toronto Maple Leafs on July 4. Several teams, including the Anaheim Ducks, Calgary Flames, Washington Capitals, Tampa Bay Lightning and Detroit Red Wings, had expressed an interest in Grabovski, though its unclear which teams are still in the mix. According to Craig Custance of ESPN, Grabovski's agent Gary Greenstin told him three teams are "very interested" in his client. Custance also indicated, though, that a decision is not expected to be made until August. A number of teams are looking to make trades in order to free up some salary cap space or create a roster spot, and that has affected some free agents, like Grabovski, from signing. In 48 games with the Leafs this past season, Grabovski registered nine goals and seven assists for 16 points. In 367 career NHL regular-season games with the Montreal Canadiens and Maple Leafs, Grabovski registered 94 goals and 123 assists for 217 points. Drafted by the Habs in the fifth-round (150th overall) in 2004, Grabovski was traded to Toronto on July 3, 2008 in exchange for Greg Pateryn and a second-round pick. http://www.thefourth.../ana130722.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cyril Sneer Posted July 23, 2013 Share Posted July 23, 2013 taking his time = waiting for more money and term. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Green Building Posted July 23, 2013 Share Posted July 23, 2013 taking his time = waiting for more money and term. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
canuck_trevor16 Posted July 23, 2013 Share Posted July 23, 2013 I would go after him if he sign a 1 year for under 2.5 million..........we could use another center Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
D.Doughty Posted July 23, 2013 Share Posted July 23, 2013 We already know he's going to NJ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SOB for MVP Posted July 23, 2013 Share Posted July 23, 2013 I would go after him if he sign a 1 year for under 2.5 million..........we could use another center Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pears Posted July 23, 2013 Share Posted July 23, 2013 We already know he's going to NJ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rick Grimes Posted July 23, 2013 Share Posted July 23, 2013 I have a feeling Grabovski would do extremely well in Phoenix with Ribeiro & Co. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Bookie Posted July 23, 2013 Share Posted July 23, 2013 Interesting that this comes on the same day as Raymonds's agent's comments, essentially saying the same thing. I haven't researched it in past years but I feel like there's a second wave of minor FA signings that doesn't happen until all the arbitration hearings are done, as teams are still unsure where they will stand in terms of roster spots / cap space. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Henrik Kesler Posted July 23, 2013 Share Posted July 23, 2013 Not that the Canucks could afford him, but Grabo is the best available insurance should Kesler get injured again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sugar baby watermelon Posted July 23, 2013 Share Posted July 23, 2013 laying low after his tirade against his former coach?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TOMapleLaughs Posted July 23, 2013 Share Posted July 23, 2013 I thought he was already gone to the K. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lonny_Bohonos_14 Posted July 23, 2013 Share Posted July 23, 2013 As other have stated, if we could fit him in cap-wise, I would love him as the 3C. Henrik - Kesler - Grabovski - Richardson. That's pretty good depth. That said, I don't think it's possible unless we move salary (ie Booth). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldnews Posted July 23, 2013 Share Posted July 23, 2013 He can sign for 3.7 and still break even (1.8 x 8yrs on his buyout - caCHING!!! thanks Lalaland...) Whoever gets him will have a helluva solid two way center, probably at a relative bargain. Might make a good fit in Winnipeg... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
apollo Posted July 23, 2013 Share Posted July 23, 2013 As other have stated, if we could fit him in cap-wise, I would love him as the 3C. Henrik - Kesler - Grabovski - Richardson. That's pretty good depth. That said, I don't think it's possible unless we move salary (ie Booth). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NP-4815162342 Posted July 24, 2013 Share Posted July 24, 2013 Capitals could really use him after losing ribero Ovechkin-Backstrom-Johanson Erat-Grabovski-Brouwer Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Drouin Posted July 24, 2013 Share Posted July 24, 2013 If they do get Grabovski after already signing Clowe, Ryder, and Jagr.. Elias - Zajac - Ryder Clowe - Grabovski - Jagr Solid top six. Signing Grabovski would make Henrique the Devils' 3C. And with the Brunner and Raymond rumours Lou would have more than replaced Kovalchuk. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Drouin Posted July 24, 2013 Share Posted July 24, 2013 Capitals could really use him after losing ribero Ovechkin-Backstrom-Johanson Erat-Grabovski-Brouwer Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Edlerberry Posted July 24, 2013 Share Posted July 24, 2013 Ironically, and hopefully, that could mean less money and less term as time wears on. Nothing against Grabovski specifically, but rather all UFA's who wait. 16 points says sign and prove it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Edlerberry Posted July 24, 2013 Share Posted July 24, 2013 Capitals could really use him after losing ribero Ovechkin-Backstrom-Johanson Erat-Grabovski-Brouwer Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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