2017/2018 Trade Speculation and Rumors

[Classic_Sniper]

I wouldclove Hoffman, but I bet Ottawa would be looking at some combination of Sam Bennett, Rasmus Anderson, Gillies and a pick. It’ll take a lot.

[GoJetsGo]

Originally Posted by Classic_Sniper

I wouldclove Hoffman, but I bet Ottawa would be looking at some combination of Sam Bennett, Rasmus Anderson, Gillies and a pick. It’ll take a lot.

They can have that... for Stone.

If not they can pound sand if the asking price on Hoffman is anywhere near that.

[ForeverFlameFan]

Originally Posted by GoJetsGo

They can have that... for Stone.

If not they can pound sand if the asking price on Hoffman is anywhere near that.

Well, he said some combination... Not all of them.

[GoJetsGo]

Originally Posted by ForeverFlameFan

Well, he said some combination... Not all of them.

That's fine, I'm just saying I wouldn't be interested in Hoffman at a hefty price, which is what I'd consider 3 of those 4 assets.

[MrMike]

https://streamable.com/gyxqy

Nice clip of Hoffman and Josi in a race in overtime tonight.

Yeah I wouldn't mind the guy.

[GoJetsGo]

Originally Posted by MrMike

https://streamable.com/gyxq

Nice clip of Hoffman and Josi in a race in overtime tonight.

Yeah I wouldn't mind the guy.

That's a gaming clip of some sort.

[Karl]

Originally Posted by MrMike

https://streamable.com/gyxq

Nice clip of Hoffman and Josi in a race in overtime tonight.

Yeah I wouldn't mind the guy.

That clip has nothing to do with Hoffman, Josi or anything hockey.

[MrMike]

Originally Posted by GoJetsGo

That's a gaming clip of some sort.

Sorry, missed a letter at the end. Thanks! Fixed it

[Envitro]

I keep hearing more and more that Kevin Hayes is available and I believe that he might be a good fit, for the following reasons:
- He's a natural right winger, but can play Center if needed.
- He played his college career as a RW beside Johnny, so he could stay as 3rd line RW or move up the line up as needed
- He's big, can move, and has good finish, had 49 points last year on the 3rd line

He can probably be had for a good AHL prospect and a late round pick, unless a bigger deal is worked.

Overall not a splashy deal, but something along the lines of what Tre would pull....

[H2SO4(aq)]

That Hoffman speed is awesome. I’m on board

[MrMike]

Originally Posted by H2SO4(aq)

That Hoffman speed is awesome. I’m on board

Not to mention I don't think we have a single guy who on a break away who can slide it away as calm as that.

Poise. Speed. I like it.

[kukkudo]

Originally Posted by Envitro

I keep hearing more and more that Kevin Hayes is available and I believe that he might be a good fit, for the following reasons:
- He's a natural right winger, but can play Center if needed.
- He played his college career as a RW beside Johnny, so he could stay as 3rd line RW or move up the line up as needed
- He's big, can move, and has good finish, had 49 points last year on the 3rd line

He can probably be had for a good AHL prospect and a late round pick, unless a bigger deal is worked.

Overall not a splashy deal, but something along the lines of what Tre would pull....

Yup I agree I see Hayes here either trade deadline or in the summer.

[Macindoc]

Originally Posted by Envitro

I keep hearing more and more that Kevin Hayes is available and I believe that he might be a good fit, for the following reasons:
- He's a natural right winger, but can play Center if needed.
- He played his college career as a RW beside Johnny, so he could stay as 3rd line RW or move up the line up as needed
- He's big, can move, and has good finish, had 49 points last year on the 3rd line

He can probably be had for a good AHL prospect and a late round pick, unless a bigger deal is worked.

Overall not a splashy deal, but something along the lines of what Tre would pull....

Hayes would be a great add for Calgary. He had great chemistry with Gaudreau, has size, is versatile, has a good shot, and is good on the power play (are you listening, Brad?).

The only fly in the ointment? He shoots left, and we all know how GG feels about putting players with a left shot on the right side.

I would offer Kylington and a 7th (might be a bit of a lowball, but worth a try). The Rangers are looking to get younger and faster, and he checks both of those boxes.

[GoJetsGo]

Originally I wasn't too hung up on the junior chemistry Johnny and Hayes had but they have looked dynamite together for Team USA the last time they played together.

Hayes has played more Centre than RW as a pro and has been somewhat inconsistent. He's also another guy you watch and wish he was a bit meaner / used his size better (and another left handed shot).

But his chemistry with Johnny is for real.

Would be interesting at the right price for sure.

[Ozy_Flame]

You mean Kevin Hayes, the guy who shoots left, has underperformed most of his NHL career, has only collected 4 points since Christmas, one PP point on the season and his career high in points are basically no better than Brouwer's?

He better come cheap.

[H2SO4(aq)]

Originally Posted by Macindoc

Hayes would be a great add for Calgary. He had great chemistry with Gaudreau, has size, is versatile, has a good shot, and is good on the power play (are you listening, Brad?).

The only fly in the ointment? He shoots left, and we all know how GG feels about putting players with a left shot on the right side.

I would offer Kylington and a 7th (might be a bit of a lowball, but worth a try). The Rangers are looking to get younger and faster, and he checks both of those boxes.

Kylington and a 7th? What is the 7th for? What gm is going to be on the fence about kylington straight up but then goes, “a 7th? You’ll add in a 7th? Say no more where do I sign?!?!”

[MrMike]

Originally Posted by H2SO4(aq)

Kylington and a 7th? What is the 7th for? What gm is going to be on the fence about kylington straight up but then goes, “a 7th? You’ll add in a 7th? Say no more where do I sign?!?!”

If he's still on the fence after a 7th you just slide him some future considerations to tip the scale in your favour

[Macindoc]

Originally Posted by Ozy_Flame

You mean Kevin Hayes, the guy who shoots left, has underperformed most of his NHL career, has only collected 4 points since Christmas, one PP point on the season and his career high in points are basically no better than Brouwer's?

He better come cheap.

Classic case of buying low. And you can't compare career highs of a 32-year old with the career highs of a 25-year old who went the college route.

FWIW, the reason I specified a 7th was that I like what we've been doing with our 4th-6th round drafts recently. The offer of a pick is an acknowledgement that you are trading a prospect for a roster player, so adding a little something may be in order.

[killer_carlson]

Originally Posted by Ozy_Flame

You mean Kevin Hayes, the guy who shoots left, has underperformed most of his NHL career, has only collected 4 points since Christmas, one PP point on the season and his career high in points are basically no better than Brouwer's?

He better come cheap.

And to add, Hayes as a replacement for Ferland, who is on pace for close to 30 goals as the top line RW.

[thefoss1957]

Stanbo has announced that (surprise) the 'Hawks will NOT be buyers at the deadline this year. They will stay the course of developing the youth that they have.