theminister Posted August 14, 2013 Share Posted August 14, 2013 Kicking tires as in not really interested, or at an extreme lowball, but genuine interest? No thanks. Can't skate. His hitting is also over-rated, because he, for the most part, is simply too slow to be the hitter he would be if he had the foot speed to get into position to hit people on a more consistent basis. His underlying numbers tell the story as well - he was unimpressive as a Penguin in their playoff run (they really overpaid for him imo) - faced weak competition and had some of the worst underlying numbers on the Penguins. Would prefer Fistric, Alberts, or even Hal Gill if he weren't a 35+ contract - and those guys probably won't be pricing themselves in the same range as Murray, who at 2.5 imo wasn't worth his cap hit. Crafty move by Doug Wilson to unload him, and get an overpayment in the process. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
winthecup Posted August 14, 2013 Share Posted August 14, 2013 Reminds me of another Murray. Murray Baron Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gustavo Fring Posted August 14, 2013 Share Posted August 14, 2013 Anyone else think that since the Tanev KHL rumours were obviously leaked by his agent yesterday, this is Gillis' reply telling him to go frack himself? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elvis15 Posted August 14, 2013 Share Posted August 14, 2013 ... Too many players who are defensive minded and we do not have a true offensive defencemen. We should then consider trading the rights to Tanev or Bieksa and acquire a player such as Goligoski on the Stars ... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Big Luongo Posted August 14, 2013 Share Posted August 14, 2013 Murray would be good to sign as a number 5-6 defencemen but in all honesty, we need a puck moving defencemen. Murray would be good on the pk and I think is a type of player Torts would like. If we get Murray and assuming we re-sign Tanev Edler-Hamhuis Garrison-Bieksa Murray-Tanev Too many players who are defensive minded and we do not have a true offensive defencemen. We should then consider trading the rights to Tanev or Bieksa and acquire a player such as Goligoski on the Stars I think that Bieksa+3rd would get it done. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lancaster Posted August 14, 2013 Share Posted August 14, 2013 It will be good to have him as the 5/6/7th guy who can be used depending on injuries and what team the Canucks are up against. He would be a good fit going up against teams like Anaheim, Boston, Nashville, LA where they will either trap things down or try to goon you. When you are up against the Blackhawks, Oilers or Red Wings, then you slot back in someone with better mobility or just limit his minutes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ilya Mikheyev Posted August 14, 2013 Share Posted August 14, 2013 In a limited role, Murray could be a good fit here. In the last 4 years he's been to the conf. finals 3 times. Lots of playoff experience. At 33, hopefully he can settle playing a role rather than a top-4 spot. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
c00kies Posted August 14, 2013 Share Posted August 14, 2013 As much as I dislike Murray, his consistent physical game could wear a team down in a long playoff series. As a #6/7 d-man and at a reasonable contract (1.5) he is well worth it, but I feel he'd work better swapping in and out with Tanev than replacing him (Tanev lacks the physical part, but is mobile and vice versa); they could even work as a bottom pairing if need be. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Canucks_fo_life Posted August 14, 2013 Share Posted August 14, 2013 Only Canucks fans would be so negative about the Canucks being interested in a veteran defenceman with size for very cheap, gee im sorry he's not Sidney Crosby guys..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DeNiro Posted August 14, 2013 Share Posted August 14, 2013 In a limited role, Murray could be a good fit here. In the last 4 years he's been to the conf. finals 3 times. Lots of playoff experience. At 33, hopefully he can settle playing a role rather than a top-4 spot. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Bookie Posted August 14, 2013 Share Posted August 14, 2013 Perhaps we could get our sleep doctor to Frankenstein Alberts' brain and feet onto Murray's body. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pacecar Posted August 14, 2013 Share Posted August 14, 2013 I would rather have fistric...a younger version of Murray Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Martin Frk Posted August 14, 2013 Share Posted August 14, 2013 It all depends on the role you want to play him in, also the salary especially when you're trying to sign Tanev. If Murray is a 3rd pairing dman, why not? you get the physical pressence on the back end which the team has been lacking for a considerable amount of time. His Speed is an issue however if you pair him with someone who does have the speed, well it dosn't look like a bad signing. All depends on the dollars IMO Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheNoelPatrol Posted August 14, 2013 Share Posted August 14, 2013 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
timberz21 Posted August 14, 2013 Share Posted August 14, 2013 problem is Murray will ask for #3-4 defenseman money and will only play as a 5th or 6th on our team. Doubt it happens. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boudrias Posted August 14, 2013 Share Posted August 14, 2013 As much as I dislike Murray, his consistent physical game could wear a team down in a long playoff series. As a #6/7 d-man and at a reasonable contract (1.5) he is well worth it, but I feel he'd work better swapping in and out with Tanev than replacing him (Tanev lacks the physical part, but is mobile and vice versa); they could even work as a bottom pairing if need be. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Brahma Bull Posted August 14, 2013 Share Posted August 14, 2013 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
timberz21 Posted August 14, 2013 Share Posted August 14, 2013 Seriously? Where was his physical play last spring? I sure didn't see much. I did see him getting beat to the outside on a regular basis. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ilya Mikheyev Posted August 14, 2013 Share Posted August 14, 2013 Exactly. It's all about the role he would play here. He's not gonna be a top 4 anymore like he was on San Jose. Just a solid 6/7 D-man. If it's down to him or Alberts for around the same price, I think I'd go with Murray. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mpt Posted August 14, 2013 Share Posted August 14, 2013 Weber > Tanev.AINEC Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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