Merci Posted March 13, 2014 Share Posted March 13, 2014 Kesler for Couturier + Laughton Draft Driasaitl Driasaitl Couturier Kassian Sedin Sedin Jensen Burrows Horvat Laughton Santorelli Matthias Higgins Hansen Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
I.Am.Ironman Posted March 13, 2014 Share Posted March 13, 2014 Kesler for Couturier + Laughton Draft Driasaitl Driasaitl Couturier Kassian Sedin Sedin Jensen Burrows Horvat Laughton Santorelli Matthias Higgins Hansen If Kesler is to be traded Philly would be the team I would like to see him go to. Couturier would be great, obviously but I think RK17 would look greak in the Orange, White, and Black. EDIT: I would also love to see him contribute to the Pit/Philly rivalry by checking Crosby for 7 games Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldnews Posted March 13, 2014 Share Posted March 13, 2014 I think getting steam rolled again in the first round would destroy more confidence than missing the playoffs. Obvious counterpoint: As things stand, if they managed to take 8th, they'd face the Blues - who they've swept 3 games to 0 thus far this season. I think it would be really good for their confidence to knock off the NHL's #1 seed / President's trophy winner. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
I.Am.Ironman Posted March 13, 2014 Share Posted March 13, 2014 Nope, AHL or NHL next year for him, and yeah I agree, Jensen and Horvat most likely make the team. I also think Corrado should too. Good call on Corrado, I agree. We have Bieksa, Hamhuis, Edler, Garrison, Tanev not going anywhere in all likelihood, Corrado could grab that 6th spot. Depending on what happens during Free Agency EDIT: Forgot about Stanton.. I guess him and Corrado are left to compete for the 6th spot. Gotta wonder if Corrado is better off in Utica until injuries at the NHL level require him to come up Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ferlands_Head Posted March 13, 2014 Share Posted March 13, 2014 Sedin - Sedin - Shinkaruk [Go to scoring line, Shink is the sniper] Horvat - Kesler - Burrows [Elite TWF line to shut down other top lines, Kesler and Horvat take draws on their strong side] Gaunce - Matthias - Jensen [Perfect blend of power, speed, two way ability and sniping] Higgins - Santorelli - Hansen [best 4th line in the NHL] Sign me up. LOL what happened to Kass? I like the looks of this team, however I'd switch Burr with Shinkaruk. Burr has proven chemistry with the twins and a line of 2 way forwards may have trouble scoring without a pure offensive guy like Shinkaruk. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Junkyard Dog Posted March 13, 2014 Share Posted March 13, 2014 If and when Edler waives. Hamhuis-Tanev Stanton-Bieksa Garrison-Corrado Youth movement. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HunterHorvatBure Posted March 13, 2014 Share Posted March 13, 2014 Jenson looks stunning, we are not making the playoffs though. Unless you know, burr gets a hat trick every game Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
I.Am.Ironman Posted March 13, 2014 Share Posted March 13, 2014 Sedin - Sedin - Burrows [Go to scoring line, Shink is the sniper] Horvat - Kesler - Jensen [Elite TWF line to shut down other top lines, Kesler and Horvat take draws on their strong side] FA - Matthias - Kassian [Perfect blend of power, speed, two way ability and sniping] Higgins - Santorelli - Hansen [best 4th line in the NHL] Sign me up. I like it, but replace Gaunce with Kassian, and switch Shinkaruk with Burrows (I doubt Shinkaruk makes the squad next year, but that is just my opinion). You have to think there will be a Free Agent pickup somewhere in there. COuld switch the FA with Higgins as well depending on the pick up, but you're right in saying that the 4th line would be the best in the league. A legitimate 3a and 3b. That line up could do some serious work next year in my opinion.. Some FA I would have my eye on should they be available are: Callahan Michalek (long shot) Vrbata Hemsky Stastny (if Kesler goes, and depending on return) Cammelleri ? Downie ? Penner ? Vokoun ? .. Should our situation need a veteran, though doesn't seem likely Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Silfverberg Snipes Posted March 13, 2014 Share Posted March 13, 2014 I like it, but replace Gaunce with Kassian, and switch Shinkaruk with Burrows (I doubt Shinkaruk makes the squad next year, but that is just my opinion). You have to think there will be a Free Agent pickup somewhere in there. COuld switch the FA with Higgins as well depending on the pick up, but you're right in saying that the 4th line would be the best in the league. A legitimate 3a and 3b. That line up could do some serious work next year in my opinion.. Some FA I would have my eye on should they be available are: Callahan Michalek (long shot) Vrbata Hemsky Stastny (if Kesler goes, and depending on return) Cammelleri ? Downie ? Penner ? Vokoun ? .. Should our situation need a veteran, though doesn't seem likely I'm sold on Vrbata. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
I.Am.Ironman Posted March 13, 2014 Share Posted March 13, 2014 If we lose Kesler we may NEED Callahan if we want to contend next year, which I think is still possible and the best route to take. But Vrbata could be the steal of free agency, whether we land Callahan or not, as he will be the most sought after free agent and will surely rake in the big bucks. Someone suggested going after Del Zotto in another thread which I think is an interesting idea, especially since our D could use a shake up but I don't know much about DZ's defensive abilities. But one thing is for sure, and that is that we need some more O from our D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Silfverberg Snipes Posted March 13, 2014 Share Posted March 13, 2014 If and when Edler waives. Hamhuis-Tanev Stanton-Bieksa Garrison-Corrado Youth movement. That just screams offensive black hole. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HunterHorvatBure Posted March 13, 2014 Share Posted March 13, 2014 If we lose Kesler we may NEED Callahan if we want to contend next year, which I think is still possible and the best route to take. But Vrbata could be the steal of free agency, whether we land Callahan or not, as he will be the most sought after free agent and will surely rake in the big bucks. Someone suggested going after Del Zotto in another thread which I think is an interesting idea, especially since our D could use a shake up but I don't know much about DZ's defensive abilities. But one thing is for sure, and that is that we need some more O from our D Nah, just tank and get McDavid. What you said is highly likely though. If Colorado becomes a serious threat, would kesler waive to go there ? Kes + Edler for ROR? Thoughts anyone? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LLYNCES Posted March 13, 2014 Share Posted March 13, 2014 The real question is...who would we play above Jensen? It's not like we really have that much of a choice right now when it comes to playing him. None of our key players are producing regularly. I'm not saying Jensen is bad or trying to discredit him, he's a good player.....but we really have nobody else to play above him from Utica. This is a good chance for him to capitalize on that. Also he's playing better than some of the NHLers on our team right now so there would be no reason to kick him off. If we make the play offs (strong IF) I think you will see him playing in them - all it takes is one or two goals and he's already in the top five on our team going from January onward. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HunterHorvatBure Posted March 13, 2014 Share Posted March 13, 2014 The real question is...who would we play above Jensen? It's not like we really have that much of a choice right now when it comes to playing him. None of our key players are producing regularly. I'm not saying Jensen is bad or trying to discredit him, he's a good player.....but we really have nobody else to play above him from Utica. This is a good chance for him to capitalize on that. Also he's playing better than some of the NHLers on our team right now so there would be no reason to kick him off. If we make the play offs (strong IF) I think you will see him playing in them - all it takes is one or two goals and he's already in the top five on our team going from January onward. He looks really confident with the puck now. I wouldn't mind him staying for the long haul. I still remember that beautiful cross-ice pass to Henrik. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
I.Am.Ironman Posted March 13, 2014 Share Posted March 13, 2014 Nah, just tank and get McDavid. What you said is highly likely though. If Colorado becomes a serious threat, would kesler waive to go there ? Kes + Edler for ROR? Thoughts anyone? Kesler could get ROR+ on his own. I dont think he waives to go there though. He will want to go to a bonified elite team with experienced players. I dont like colorado's chances against the likes of St Louis, SJ, Anaheim or Chicago. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
I.Am.Ironman Posted March 13, 2014 Share Posted March 13, 2014 I also don't think that we are bad enough to get a decent enough shot to get McDavid. Buffalo, Edm, Cgy, are the front runners I'd say. I also think it is unlikely that we play THAT poorly next year, unless management pulls a yard sale at the draft... Which I doubt. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
messier's_elbow Posted March 13, 2014 Share Posted March 13, 2014 Kesler for Couturier + Laughton Draft Driasaitl Driasaitl Couturier Kassian Sedin Sedin Jensen Burrows Horvat Laughton Santorelli Matthias Higgins Hansen I wish ... I wish... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Canuck Surfer Posted March 13, 2014 Share Posted March 13, 2014 Burrows-Sedin-Jensen Sedin-Kesler-Callahan (6.00) Higgins-Santorelli-Kassian Horvat-Matthias-Hansen Archie/Sestitio/Richardson Hamhuis-Tanev Edler-Boyle/Timonen(5.500) Garrison-Bieksa Stanton/Corrado Lack Markstrom That is one solid 2knd line! I always liked the idea of putting playmaking Dank with Kesler! Vrbata is another interesting, perhaps more potent option? Mad at myself for letting ironman beat me to posting the idea, but with Kess and Danny? Obvious counterpoint: As things stand, if they managed to take 8th, they'd face the Blues - who they've swept 3 games to 0 thus far this season. I think it would be really good for their confidence to knock off the NHL's #1 seed / President's trophy winner. Man you do have a certain spirit! There is always a way with you to find logic and hope in any Canuck position. My hats off to you here. It's a killer notion! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ice orca Posted March 13, 2014 Share Posted March 13, 2014 Sedin - Sedin - Shinkaruk [Go to scoring line, Shink is the sniper] Horvat - Kesler - Burrows [Elite TWF line to shut down other top lines, Kesler and Horvat take draws on their strong side] Gaunce - Matthias - Jensen [Perfect blend of power, speed, two way ability and sniping] Higgins - Santorelli - Hansen [best 4th line in the NHL] Sign me up. What happen to Kassian? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CowtownCanuck Posted March 13, 2014 Share Posted March 13, 2014 Playoffs? Are we sending him back to the Comets at the end of the NHL season? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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