just thought I'd start an NHL discussion thread - non-Rangers specific, but people can discuss any team (including the Rangers).
A lot of things to discuss:
1. Eichel activity picking up (LAK, NYR and LVG the rumored landing spots) I read yesterday it's beyond medicals at this point and the teams involved have seen them and are comfortable they have a treatment plan.
2. Two week pause in February for Olympics
3. Rule changes: not much, mainly just stricter enforcement of cross checking. Not sure how it will manifest, but my guess is two places - along the boards and in front of the net where cross checking has become almost an accepted method of play will become a penalty - early in the season expect a lot of those calls
4. Obviously COVID protocols, and cross border. The NHL has a lot of protocols for unvaccinated and fines or suspensions for missing those protocols, I'm not clear on all of them yet, but I do know in Canada if you are not vaccinated you cannot leave the team hotel for anything except team activities. Not sure if that's true in the US too.
Predictions? Expectations?
NHL News
@PuckReportNHL
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INJURY UPDATE: Vegas Golden Knights forward William Karlsson expected to miss roughly 6 weeks with a broken foot, per @JesseGranger_
. #VegasBorn
I think that Sharangovich will turn it around as I believe last season was not a fluke. He clearly misses Hughes but I would like to see him get more time with Nico until Hughes returns.
I loved the Mercer pick when it was made and he has been as good as advertised so far. A 19 year old playing top six minutes in the middle and producing is very impressive. This kid is solid in all situations and he is becoming a key long term piece. Johnsson is having a great start but Mercer is a big reason why. The Johnsson Mercer Bratt line has been one of the few bright spots so far.
Not sure adding Price to this shit show that is the Montreal Canadiens will right the ship, but can't hurt.
Not sure adding Price to this shit show that is the Montreal Canadiens will right the ship, but can't hurt.
That’s great news. This should provide a boost to the roster but they’re still not a good team with the injuries.
In other habs news, Cole Caufield was sent to down to the AHL. I don't mind that other than he was playing 1st line mostly and PP1 in the NHL, so it's not like he wasn't playing. Just not scoring.
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Price to return in the next week or so. i hope he is healthy and ready to contribute.
Not sure adding Price to this shit show that is the Montreal Canadiens will right the ship, but can't hurt.
That’s great news. This should provide a boost to the roster but they’re still not a good team with the injuries.
Ditto that is really good news I wish the best for him. He and his wife seem less ke really good people.
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Price to return in the next week or so. i hope he is healthy and ready to contribute.
Not sure adding Price to this shit show that is the Montreal Canadiens will right the ship, but can't hurt.
That’s great news. This should provide a boost to the roster but they’re still not a good team with the injuries.
Ditto that is really good news I wish the best for him. He and his wife seem less ke really good people.
He’s one of the league’s best on and off the ice and just impossible to root against. He’s one of my favorite non-Devils players of all time.
I was choked up watching that.
@emilymkaplan
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Here’s the latest on Jack Eichel.
Multiple sources tell ESPN it’s down to Calgary and Vegas. Sabres GM Kevyn Adams is working hard to get it done, but neither team has met his asks yet.
Sources say both teams are OK with Eichel getting his preferred surgery.
Larry Brooks
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Rangers are working on loan agreement for Kravtsov with KHL Traktor Chelyabinsk...From what I can glean, never say never to possible reunion with Blueshirts...
Still have jobs is a complete mystery to me. We have had by far the worst specials in hockey for a season plus now. It's a complete embarrassment. We took 2 too many men on the ice penalties within 5 minutes last night. That is a new level of ineptitude.
Still have jobs is a complete mystery to me. We have had by far the worst specials in hockey for a season plus now. It's a complete embarrassment. We took 2 too many men on the ice penalties within 5 minutes last night. That is a new level of ineptitude.
I often wonder who to blame for too many men. Is it the coach or the players? Sometimes you just don't know.
Still have jobs is a complete mystery to me. We have had by far the worst specials in hockey for a season plus now. It's a complete embarrassment. We took 2 too many men on the ice penalties within 5 minutes last night. That is a new level of ineptitude.
Well said, I was expecting Recchi to be let go after last season. As you said the Devils will hit rock bottom if Hamilton is out for an extended period of time. Hopefully they fire the entire coaching staff at seasons end.
Hockey Hound
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Rumors: According to @KevinWeekes
the #Flames are offering Matthew Tkachuk, an upcoming 1 round pick, a former 1st round pick, and 2 prospects to the #LetsGoBuffalo for Jack Eichel.
Hockey Hound
@HockeyHoundShow
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Rumors: According to @KevinWeekes
the #Flames are offering Matthew Tkachuk, an upcoming 1 round pick, a former 1st round pick, and 2 prospects to the #LetsGoBuffalo for Jack Eichel.
Absolutely. If that's a true offer Buffalo will never do better.
Darren Dreger
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Interesting start to the morning. @TheInstigator76
is correct. Jack Eichel has been traded to @GoldenKnights
. Alex Tuch and picks part of the deal. Details to come. Trade call pending.
TSN Hockey
@TSNHockey
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The Buffalo Sabres have dealt centre Jack Eichel to the Vegas Golden Knights, pending a trade call (via @DarrenDreger): http://tsn.ca/1.1716133
#TSNHockey | #TradeCentre
Darren Dreger
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Pending trade call, The @BuffaloSabres
trade Jack Eichel and a 2023 3rd round pick, to the @GoldenKnights
for Peyton Krebs, Alex Tuch, a 1st in 2022 and a 3rd in 2023.
And if Eichel can get healthy good add for LVG.
And if Eichel can get healthy good add for LVG.
I doubt that Calgary offer was real or there were more aspects to it that made it overall a less desirable deal
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would have been better than Tuch if the trade was with CAL, but either way, nice trade for BUF IMO.
And if Eichel can get healthy good add for LVG.
I doubt that Calgary offer was real or there were more aspects to it that made it overall a less desirable deal
CAL denied it almost immediately.
If they don't make any Skinner-like gaffes they can remake the whole complexion of their team.
Two of the 1sts are going to be late 1st (FLA and LVG), but still 3 1sts.
Little disappointed NYR didn't get it done.
Little disappointed NYR didn't get it done.
No, if they threw in Schneider or Lundqvist with or maybe even instead of Strome maybe a stronger offer (since Tuch's health is a question).
I think once Zib was extended the Rangers had little shot at Eichel without including someone like Trouba or Kreider in the trade. And I know he's the current whipping boy, but Trouba is very valuable.
Little disappointed NYR didn't get it done.
Krebs is much better than headcase Kravtsov. Strome I think benefits from the talent around him that he won't have in Buffalo. In addition, I think Buffalo wanted the more physical play of Tuch.
Doesn't seem absurdly cheap relative to expectations.
I think the key is that Tkachuk is an RFA and no way BUF takes the risk that Tkachuk would not sign and they'd want a window to negotiate an extension.
if you're Tkachuk not sure you want to go to BUF long term.
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I said there is no way that's real. I suggested that it was probably leaked from Buffalo in order to put pressure on Vegas to up their offer.
I think the key is that Tkachuk is an RFA and no way BUF takes the risk that Tkachuk would not sign and they'd want a window to negotiate an extension.
if you're Tkachuk not sure you want to go to BUF long term.
That's a good point, I would jump at that offer if Calgary allowed an extension as part of the deal otherwise I would pass.
From what I know, neither Pacioretty or Stone is expected to be out long term.
Hockey Hound
@HockeyHoundShow
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When #VegasBorn is healthy, that means Stone, Pacioretty, Eichel, they will be $10.3M over the cap.
Nick Kypreos
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Besides Travis Dermott, hearing that @leafs
have also made it clear to @NHL
clubs Justin Holl is available in trade discussions. More detail with @jtbourne
and @SamAMcKee
today 3-5pm est @FAN590
Holtz vs Raymond is one of those debates hockey nerds would have for hours. In the end not much separated them (in draft terms) Raymond went #4 and Holtz #7.
I admit I was torn. I love Holtz shot. Not many players at any level can wire it like he can. The sniper is becoming more and more rare in hockey so if he proves his shot is still elite at this level he will have a long and prosperous career.
I thought Raymond was more well rounded and off the charts from a play maker standpoint. He looked great a couple nights ago vs the Habs though didn't convert to the stat sheet. Which is sort of the issue with players like Raymond (who does have a hatty this year) is when they don't score, a lot of the good they do is lost on some fans.
Looking forward to seeing Holtz.
Hallelujah! He had a real good pre season, very excited to see if that translates to the regular season.
Thank you Arizona! Now Daws and Schmid can split time in Utica.
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He is expected to play tomorrow versus the Kings.
Holtz vs Raymond is one of those debates hockey nerds would have for hours. In the end not much separated them (in draft terms) Raymond went #4 and Holtz #7.
I admit I was torn. I love Holtz shot. Not many players at any level can wire it like he can. The sniper is becoming more and more rare in hockey so if he proves his shot is still elite at this level he will have a long and prosperous career.
I thought Raymond was more well rounded and off the charts from a play maker standpoint. He looked great a couple nights ago vs the Habs though didn't convert to the stat sheet. Which is sort of the issue with players like Raymond (who does have a hatty this year) is when they don't score, a lot of the good they do is lost on some fans.
Looking forward to seeing Holtz.
I wanted Rossi there because he's a center but I was very happy to land Holtz because he seemed like a perfect fit next to Hughes or Hischier. The Devils desperately needed a sniper.
@PuckReportNHL
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BREAKING: Ottawa Senators name Brady Tkachuk the 10th captain in franchise history. #GoSensGo
Pionk, TDA, and Fox with NYR connections.
@hayyyshayyy
Diving into the best puck-moving and distributing defenders in the early goings of the season for @Sportsnet
https://sportsnet.ca/nhl/article/analyzing-nhl-defencemen-best-puck-movers-game/
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Then with Hamilton out instead of playing Jaros or Colton White he plays the goon Geersten. I still can't believe they hired this guy over Gallant.
Then with Hamilton out instead of playing Jaros or Colton White he plays the goon Geersten. I still can't believe they hired this guy over Gallant.
The defensive breakdowns on the goals were horrific. Severson played like he bet on the Kings. Even Graves coughed up a clear with 5 seconds left in the 2nd. Zacha and Bratt were the bright spots on offense. Zacha is going next level with goals in big spots this year. Blackwood looked sharp in his debut except for the 2nd goal which he should have had. Agreed on the playing time. Sharengovich is obviously in Le chateau bow wow. We need his scoring especially without Jack. He needs to be a top 6 fwd.
never a fan of Ruff in any capacity. I did think it was funny when rangers fans used to blame Ruff for the defense deficiencies last year when they were running out guys like Brendan Smith, Marc Staal, and young guys like Miller. Like it was Ruff's defense "scheme" that was the cause of the defensive woes.