2015/2016 Trade Speculation and Rumors v2

[The Original FFIV]

Originally Posted by savemedrzaius

If Hudler is moved what are your realistic expectations for the return?

If we could get a 2nd and 3rd it would be a good return. Similar to what we got for glencross.

[TheScorpion]

Originally Posted by The Original FFIV

If we could get a 2nd and 3rd it would be a good return. Similar to what we got for glencross.

Huds is a step up from GlenX, methinks. I wouldn't be shocked if he got 2 2nds or a 1st.

[Robo]

I think hudler gets more than a second. Just a feeling but I would be a little disappointed if all he returned was a 2nd

[JiriHrdina]

I think what hurts Hudler is he isn't fast and he isn't big. Teams are looking to add guys to take on certain teams that have those advantages. Hudler can give you some offensive production, but the fact that he's under-sized and slowing down makes him a secondary choice for teams. I think his value is about a 2nd and no more.

[druetetective]

Originally Posted by Robo

I think hudler gets more than a second. Just a feeling but I would be a little disappointed if all he returned was a 2nd

Same here but I'm trying not to get my hopes up. I always like when there's at least one name attached as well as it gives you someone to research/watch the rest of the year.

As good of value as the Glencross deal was it didn't create much interesting discussions. I'd like a Roland Mckeown type guy added with the 2nd.

[Stanley]

Originally Posted by JiriHrdina

I think what hurts Hudler is he isn't fast and he isn't big. Teams are looking to add guys to take on certain teams that have those advantages. Hudler can give you some offensive production, but the fact that he's under-sized and slowing down makes him a secondary choice for teams. I think his value is about a 2nd and no more.

Ya that's my thinking too. I wouldn't be surprised at an underwhelming return for Hudler, I don't see the phones ringing off the hook for Huds..

[druetetective]

Who are the alternatives though for a top 6 role? Vrabata?

Supply and demand
Bidding war
cup run
Deadline
desperate
BT Wizard

There...Optimism

[Stanley]

Is there anyone other than Florida that's rumoured for Hudler?

[JohnnyHockey]

I think people are forgetting that Hudler had 76 points last season but I guess it is a case of "what have you done for me lately" . I would be inclined to resigning Hudler if he can only fetch a 2nd round pick.

[Enoch Root]

Originally Posted by JiriHrdina

I think what hurts Hudler is he isn't fast and he isn't big. Teams are looking to add guys to take on certain teams that have those advantages. Hudler can give you some offensive production, but the fact that he's under-sized and slowing down makes him a secondary choice for teams. I think his value is about a 2nd and no more.

Some offensive production?

He is 24th in the league in points over the last 2 seasons.

24th.

That puts him ahead of names like Toews, Bergeron, Zetterberg, Spezza...

and every member of the Oilers (among other teams)

[Stanley]

I suppose you could look at the way Hudler compliments younger linemates in the same way as Gaudreau and Monahan, and for a team with similar assets he could be an attractive option worth giving up a 2nd +

[The Original FFIV]

Let's hope LA wins the bidding war and makes huds that more attractive to Fla

From Mike Commodores Twitter

#NHL #tradedeadline update...my sources confirm bidding war between LA and FLA for Teddy Purcell services. Stay tuned.

[druetetective]

Red Wings and Avs both need D.

I'm making a bold prediction one of them makes a surprise trade for Russell.

[The Original FFIV]

Originally Posted by sureLoss

David Pagnotta @TheFourthPeriod
Told the St. Louis Blues have a trade in principle for a backup goaltender. Not finalized/official yet. Might not be until Sat morning.

From Friedman

Would expect clarity on Nilsson in am. Discussions with STL were for a mid-round draft pick.



Last chance for Hiller might be SJ who was rumoured to be interested in summer. Hiller at 50% retained for Stalock and pick?



Pagnotta reporting deal agreed to.

Would expect clarity on Nilsson in am. Discussions with STL were for a mid-round draft pick.

[JohnnyHockey]

Maybe I am out to lunch on this one but I never thought I would hear the words "Purcell" and "bidding war" put together in a sentence.

[Enoch Root]

Purcell is 171st by the way

(tied with Boedker, interestingly)

[Jason14h]

The teams that would want Hudler are all top of the standings.

People really think a late 2nd is what a guy like Hudler is worth?

If I was a Wash or Dallas fan and saw Hudler moves to another team for a 2nd I would be furious at my GM.

[Flames Draft Watcher]

Originally Posted by Enoch Root

Some offensive production?

He is 24th in the league in points over the last 2 seasons.

24th.

That puts him ahead of names like Toews, Bergeron, Zetterberg, Spezza...

and every member of the Oilers (among other teams)

And how much will he score not playing with Johnny Hockey and Monahan? It's not a sure thing he can keep that pace up with 2nd liners on a different team.

[kehatch]

Originally Posted by Flames Draft Watcher

And how much will he score not playing with Johnny Hockey and Monahan? It's not a sure thing he can keep that pace up with 2nd liners on a different team.

Hudler has been in or around 50 points just about all of his career. He is on pace for that this season. The exception was last season where he was close to a PPG.

I think any GM trading for him is expecting 50 point Hudler. Not point per game Hudler.

[heep223]

Pretty safe to say most GMs would love a $4M 50pt+ experienced RW for the stretch and playoffs. The "win now" teams. Hudler has value even as a rental.