TheRussianRocket. Posted June 23, 2016 Share Posted June 23, 2016 - Boston offered 4 years max to Eriksson - Lucic is headed to FA - Dean Lombardi has given permission to the other 29 teams to talk to Lucic ...can't say I disagree with the thought process here if Eriksson is indeed top priority heading into July 1st. Canucks had historical low goal scoring this past season and between Eriksson and Lucic, Eriksson definitely gets the edge in terms of offensive ability. Not to mention the track record of playing with the Sedins internationally, having had great chemistry. Things to consider: > Eriksson (30) is 2 years older than Lucic > Lucic will decline faster given the nature of how he plays the game > Lucic effects a game even if he's not scoring due to his bruising style > Eriksson is a left handed shot who plays right wing and can also play left wing if need be > If Canucks were to sign either at the likely term of 6 years, would have to be careful in regards to handing out a NTC/NMC *Note* Incredibly unlikely Canucks sign both Eriksson and Lucic. Will have to be one or the other. Realistically, no team signs 2 of the top 5 free agents in a top heavy FA group. And knowing the Canucks luck historically, they'd be fortunate to even sign one.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Monty Posted June 23, 2016 Share Posted June 23, 2016 I really like Eriksson. But signing for 6 years would be a mistake. If that's what it would take for the Canucks to get him, then they should pass. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DeNiro Posted June 23, 2016 Share Posted June 23, 2016 Lombardi gave permission for teams to talk to Lucic? Why would he do that? Why not trade his rights for a late pick? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ossi Vaananen Posted June 23, 2016 Share Posted June 23, 2016 The interview to which you're referring: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J-Dizzle Posted June 23, 2016 Share Posted June 23, 2016 4 minutes ago, DeNiro said: Lombardi gave permission for teams to talk to Lucic? Why would he do that? Why not trade his rights for a late pick? Lombardi: "Luc, you really think you're worth 9 mil a year over 6 years?" Lucic: "Yes I do" Lombardi: "Go talk to some other teams and get back to us when reality sets in...." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShakyWalton Posted June 23, 2016 Share Posted June 23, 2016 6 years is far to long. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ryanstorm Posted June 23, 2016 Share Posted June 23, 2016 Boo go for Stamkos! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Warhippy Posted June 23, 2016 Share Posted June 23, 2016 I don't want Lucic for more than $5.25 million over 3 years. Tops I don't want Eriksson for anymore for any longer for the same reasons. Can we stop trying to sign guys to "play with the twins" when we have 2 already, they're retiring soon; and instead concentrate on making our 2nd and 3rd lines as well as our depth better instead? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SaintPatrick33 Posted June 23, 2016 Share Posted June 23, 2016 I think the offer will be 5 years at 6 mill per for either of them, any higher than that and we will regret it. Looks like Loui wants Term, while Looch wants a higher pay Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HC20.0 Posted June 23, 2016 Share Posted June 23, 2016 3 minutes ago, Ryanstorm said: Boo go for Stamkos! Hahaha cause Stamkos would sign with us. We're rebuilding, he'll want a contender. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PhillipBlunt Posted June 23, 2016 Share Posted June 23, 2016 Dreger is such a moron. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
D.B Cooper Posted June 23, 2016 Share Posted June 23, 2016 No kidding, eh Dreger? He must have rebranding CDC. Old Toronto turd trying to stay relevant, couple weeks late on this one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rocksterh8 Posted June 23, 2016 Share Posted June 23, 2016 There are no deals when signing a UFA, they all want more than they are worth and for too long. In the end we will just be strapped with really bad contacts in a couple years. I wouldn't sign any of them. Let the young guys have the spots and grow into good players with the team, or see who's left that you could get for a couple years. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SedinMadness Posted June 23, 2016 Share Posted June 23, 2016 25 minutes ago, DeNiro said: Lombardi gave permission for teams to talk to Lucic? Why would he do that? Why not trade his rights for a late pick? same with boston.. why not trade eriksson for a late pick? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J-Dizzle Posted June 23, 2016 Share Posted June 23, 2016 Just now, SedinMadness said: same with boston.. why not trade eriksson for a late pick? Would you give up a late pick for negotiating rights to either of them? I wouldn't. ....but I guess I'm not a GM :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Vanderhoek Posted June 23, 2016 Share Posted June 23, 2016 31 minutes ago, DeNiro said: Lombardi gave permission for teams to talk to Lucic? Why would he do that? Why not trade his rights for a late pick? I suspect this will lead to Lucic having days to talk to teams and maybe realizing the Los Angeles offer or scenario is not so bad afterall. I think it might actually be a slick plan by the Kings. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Salacious Crumb Posted June 23, 2016 Share Posted June 23, 2016 18 minutes ago, SaintPatrick33 said: I think the offer will be 5 years at 6 mill per for either of them, any higher than that and we will regret it. Looks like Loui wants Term, while Looch wants a higher pay Exactly. As a team in transition they do not need any longterm contracts as of yet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Vanderhoek Posted June 23, 2016 Share Posted June 23, 2016 I would think Eriksson could get a longer deal with Vancouver, essentially cementing the top line and after a couple more seasons perhaps the twins re-sign to remain in Vancouver playing with Eriksson. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Twilight Sparkle Posted June 23, 2016 Share Posted June 23, 2016 17 minutes ago, PhillipBlunt said: Dreger is such a moron. haha! whenever i see a dreger quote, i'm just like "ehhh" to me, dreger is eklund level Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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