Quote:
Originally Posted by fleury
- Ryan at that price to me is, don’t bother, move a different direction or bring in someone from within. Has Ryan really shown that much potential to get a long term deal? The dollar value is one thing, but the length is you want this guy around for the long term. Why sign any bottom line guy for long term unless you think you’re getting him for future potential?
- When I say Backlund is a third line player I’d say it’s debatable for sure. Look at the championship contenders and tell me where he’d fit on the centre depth chart for Toronto, Colorado, Tampa Bay, Pittsburgh, Dallas. Generally I’d argue he’d be third on most of those charts. Doesn’t sound that ridiculous to me.
|
- stability and depth at centre. Not every player needs upside. Some bring what they bring and are paid to do so.
- well yeah when you name the teams who are spoiled with multiple best centres in the game...