Prospect Info: All-Purpose 2024 Draft Thread & Celebrini discussion (also the 14th pick and whatever else is draft related)

[landshark]

No, I’d say it’s not even the majority of us. There are 613 commandments — the very religious Jews try and follow those as best they can. Most of us lean far more into the cultural aspects of our Jewishness than the religious but there’s a very broad spectrum.

For example, I light candles on a Friday night and have a nice dinner. I use electronics etc but try VERY hard to do no work on Friday night/Saturday (which honestly is life changing, I recommend it) but will in an emergency.

We contain multititudes.

wow. 613 commandments, seems... bossy? Not throwing rocks, just honestly shocked. Thanks for the info!

I strive to do as little work as possible on a daily basis, not religion or anything like that. Just getting old and lazy.

 

[WSS11]

That all comes down to opinion, though. I have Buium ranked one spot over Levshunov and Dickinson a couple spots over Silayev. Lindstrom I’ll agree on.

I think Dickinson is the right trade up target, personally. He doesn’t have the upside of the other guys, but I really feel like he’s a guaranteed top-4 defenseman who could be a top pairing guy in his prime. He’s also probably only one year away from playing in the NHL, which is appealing even though it’s not overly relevant in the long-term.

I talked to some Devils fans and they were intrigued by 10 for 14+42 if their scouts felt comfortable with it. There was some Sabres fans amenable to trading down as well. The thing both of those teams have in common is that they have stacked prospect pools and value the types of guys who will be available at 14. I doubt Ottawa or Calgary fans would be so amenable, though that’s obviously not a reflection on what the actual management would do, so I feel like 10 is as high as we could realistically go without giving up both 33 and 42.

I’m good with it even if it’s up to 11 to snag Yakemchuk assuming Buium and Dickinson are off the board.

 

[Jargon]

wow. 613 commandments, seems... bossy? Not throwing rocks, just honestly shocked. Thanks for the info!

I strive to do as little work as possible on a daily basis, not religion or anything like that. Just getting old and lazy.

It’s a lot. Arguably too much. Some are also very easy but.. yeah. But hey, if it brings joy…

But yes, I genuinely love my work with my whole heart but as I’ve gotten older I’ve realized the beauty of working much, much less.

 

[Hodge]

That all comes down to opinion, though. I have Buium ranked one spot over Levshunov and Dickinson a couple spots over Silayev. Lindstrom I’ll agree on.

I think Dickinson is the right trade up target, personally. He doesn’t have the upside of the other guys, but I really feel like he’s a guaranteed top-4 defenseman who could be a top pairing guy in his prime. He’s also probably only one year away from playing in the NHL, which is appealing even though it’s not overly relevant in the long-term.

There's a clear separation on McKenzie's latest list between Silayev/Levshunov and the other defensemen. Seems like the consensus within NHL circles is that those two are a cut above the rest.

 

[Zarzh]

So the history behind trading into the top ten with draft picks isn't lengthy in about 20 years of cap league hockey. I think the most useful example is from 2019 as it is the most recent example of someone moving up from 14 where Arizona traded 14 and 45 to Philly to get to 11. So I think 14 and 42 should get us to 10 if New Jersey would be interested. At this level of the draft though, there is no precedent for trading this far out into the top 10. When we made our move to get Couture, that is tied for the furthest jump up in a trade and it was only four slots. I don't think any team ahead of New Jersey will drop that much for a couple 2nds. I'd be alright with doing 14 and 42 for 10 to secure one of those defenseman but that's probably it.

Since the cap was brought in, there was a trade from #7 with #68 and the following year's 2nd to get to #5 (Toronto getting Luke Schenn), a trade from #9 with #40 to get to #7(Nashville getting Colin Wilson), a trade from #12 with #49 and a the following year's 3rd to get #8 (Setoguchi), and the Couture deal using #13, #44, and the following year's 3rd to get to #9. Out of all of that, only the Couture pick was really worth the movement. Yeah, Schenn, Wilson, and Setoguchi were NHL'ers but they weren't good players worth that draft position nor the assets moved up to get them. Cooch was the only one worth it.

To me, that information tells me that we're probably only going to be able to move up four or five spots at the most even if we have two 2nd rounders worth more than that. Moving from 14 to 9 or 10 would guarantee us one of the top six defensemen but these guys just don't scream franchise caliber defensemen either to make it worthwhile. They'd probably be top four caliber guys which we could still use but not enough to me to justify sacrificing another early pick to do it. Maybe if a consensus top five drops down to 10 like Levshunov but everyone else isn't really consensus top five.

Keep the picks, let it play out, and pick BPA. If we end the first two rounds with Celebrini, MBN, Emery, and Misa, I'd be perfectly content with that.

Schenn was easily worth the movement, you retained value to get JVR.

 

[Pinkfloyd]

Schenn was easily worth the movement, you retained value to get JVR.

Given the results, I don't really think it was worth it.

 

[Juxtaposer]

There's a clear separation on McKenzie's latest list between Silayev/Levshunov and the other defensemen. Seems like the consensus within NHL circles is that those two are a cut above the rest.

Yes, that may be the consensus, but that doesn’t mean it’s right or that the Sharks scouts see it the same.

 

[TealManV]

Warning: Very long post ahead with many of different trade scenarios to move up in the draft and/or adding other late 1st rounders.

I believe there are a few options not being talked about (enough) in regards to potential trade up scenarios.

First, cap dumps. This is probably the best time for Grier to take advantage of weaponizing his cap space.

Second, is the desire of teams to move their picks for win now pieces.

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Ottawa - it’s well documented that they’re disappointed to not have taken a big step forward into the playoffs the past few seasons. They also have to give up a future 1st because Vegas was upset.

There’s lots of smoke about wanting to get out of the Korpisalo deal. They seem like an ideal team to move back if they can dump Korpi and add an extra pick.

#14 & #42 for #7 and Korpi

The Sens clear $4m in cap space while getting out of four more years of the Korpi contract. Then they have some options: flip #14 for a win now player (G? RD?), or add some quality pieces to their prospect pool before forfeiting their 1st in the next two seasons.

The Sharks carry three (somewhat injury prone goalies) for next season. Two of whom are entering the final year of their current deals. I personally don’t mind this deal at all. More on them in a bit.

Seattle - Lots of disappointment from missing the playoffs after an impressive showing last year. There’s been a lot of speculation about a need for a big splash but they don’t have a ton of cap space and assets to do so.

Taking Grubauer off of their hands should do the trick. $5.9m for three more years. Opens up some options for them this summer. Plenty of similar goalie options for them at much cheaper prices.

#14 & #42 for #8 and Gru

Once again, the Sharks carry three (somewhat injury prone goalies) for next season. Two of whom are entering the final year of their current deals. I don’t mind this deal either.

New Jersey - same as Ottawa, it’s well documented that they’re very disappointed to miss the playoffs after taking such a big step last season. They’re connected to both Markstrom and Saros. Lots of smoke about them adding a one of those guys this summer.

Instead of trading #10 for one of those goalies, why not trade #14 while adding another high pick to their cache? The Devils are without their 2nd (Timo) and could use a quality depth dman on a cheap deal.

#14 & #42 & Benning/Buroughs for #10

The Devils can then flip #14 and Holtz/Mercer for Markstrom/Saros. While using #42 for a separate trade or adding another prospect to their pool.

Buffalo - Same as Ottawa and New Jersey before them. Well documented disappointment from a long playoff drought. Deep prospect pool. Theyre reportedly looking for top 4 RD and veteran leadership in their forward corps.

#14 & #42 & Benning/Buroughs for #11

The Sabers can flip #14 and/or #42 in a trade for a win now player or just keep adding to their prospect pool.

Those are just some ideas for moving up from #14.

Regardless of how those scenarios play out, I’d like to see Grier be aggressive with adding another 1st or two while utilizing his cap space and roster openings. Trade for established vets on shorter deals than he’d have to sign in FA.

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St. Louis - They have a glut of dmen taking up a ton of cap space. They already tried moving Krug last summer and failed. According to their beat writer on the Athletic (Rutherford) they’re consider moving their 1st to clear cap space (think Marleau and Carolina). Krug has three years left at $6.5m

But why would Krug waive for San Jose? Scott Fitzgerald of course! The Sharks were very quick to point out Fitzgerald’s role in signing Krug for the Bruins as one of the reasons they hired him.

Maybe Krug would like a change of scene and to go somewhere that he gets top pairing minutes and PP time? Worst case he says no but if the Blues are willing to part with their 1st it’s worth looking into imo.

Future consideration/Ozzy for #16 & Krug

Long Island - Same as the Blues. Lots of speculation about making some big changes and clearing cap to be active in FA to add some scoring.

I’d be on the land line to Lou offering to take some contracts off of his hands. Specifically, Anders Lee, two years left at $7m, and JGP, two years left at $5m.

$12m in cap space is more than worth #18.

Will they want to trade their captain? Not sure, but Arthur Staple on the Athletic has indicated both Lee and JGP as trade candidates.

I like both players for the Sharks as quality vet influences the next two years.

Future consideration/Ozzy for #18 & Lee & JGP

Ottawa (again) - The Sens also have the Bruins 1st (26th overall?). I’d be open to something along the lines of:

#26 & two of their four(!) 4ths for dumping Korpisalo.

Might be worth it.

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That’s it, folks. These are all of the ideas that have been bouncing around in my head for a few weeks now. Everything is based on speculation from NHL insiders and team beat writers. I appreciate you reading my novel.

 

[coooldude]

Warning: Very long post ahead with many of different trade scenarios to move up in the draft and/or adding other late 1st rounders.

I believe there are a few options not being talked about (enough) in regards to potential trade up scenarios.

First, cap dumps. This is probably the best time for Grier to take advantage of weaponizing his cap space.

Second, is the desire of teams to move their picks for win now pieces.

-

Ottawa - it’s well documented that they’re disappointed to not have taken a big step forward into the playoffs the past few seasons. They also have to give up a future 1st because Vegas was upset.

There’s lots of smoke about wanting to get out of the Korpisalo deal. They seem like an ideal team to move back if they can dump Korpi and add an extra pick.

#14 & #42 for #7 and Korpi

The Sens clear $4m in cap space while getting out of four more years of the Korpi contract. Then they have some options: flip #14 for a win now player (G? RD?), or add some quality pieces to their prospect pool before forfeiting their 1st in the next two seasons.

The Sharks carry three (somewhat injury prone goalies) for next season. Two of whom are entering the final year of their current deals. I personally don’t mind this deal at all. More on them in a bit.

Seattle - Lots of disappointment from missing the playoffs after an impressive showing last year. There’s been a lot of speculation about a need for a big splash but they don’t have a ton of cap space and assets to do so.

Taking Grubauer off of their hands should do the trick. $5.9m for three more years. Opens up some options for them this summer. Plenty of similar goalie options for them at much cheaper prices.

#14 & #42 for #8 and Gru

Once again, the Sharks carry three (somewhat injury prone goalies) for next season. Two of whom are entering the final year of their current deals. I don’t mind this deal either.

New Jersey - same as Ottawa, it’s well documented that they’re very disappointed to miss the playoffs after taking such a big step last season. They’re connected to both Markstrom and Saros. Lots of smoke about them adding a one of those guys this summer.

Instead of trading #10 for one of those goalies, why not trade #14 while adding another high pick to their cache? The Devils are without their 2nd (Timo) and could use a quality depth dman on a cheap deal.

#14 & #42 & Benning/Buroughs for #10

The Devils can then flip #14 and Holtz/Mercer for Markstrom/Saros. While using #42 for a separate trade or adding another prospect to their pool.

Buffalo - Same as Ottawa and New Jersey before them. Well documented disappointment from a long playoff drought. Deep prospect pool. Theyre reportedly looking for top 4 RD and veteran leadership in their forward corps.

#14 & #42 & Benning/Buroughs for #11

The Sabers can flip #14 and/or #42 in a trade for a win now player or just keep adding to their prospect pool.

Those are just some ideas for moving up from #14.

Regardless of how those scenarios play out, I’d like to see Grier be aggressive with adding another 1st or two while utilizing his cap space and roster openings. Trade for established vets on shorter deals than he’d have to sign in FA.

-

St. Louis - They have a glut of dmen taking up a ton of cap space. They already tried moving Krug last summer and failed. According to their beat writer on the Athletic (Rutherford) they’re consider moving their 1st to clear cap space (think Marleau and Carolina). Krug has three years left at $6.5m

But why would Krug waive for San Jose? Scott Fitzgerald of course! The Sharks were very quick to point out Fitzgerald’s role in signing Krug for the Bruins as one of the reasons they hired him.

Maybe Krug would like a change of scene and to go somewhere that he gets top pairing minutes and PP time? Worst case he says no but if the Blues are willing to part with their 1st it’s worth looking into imo.

Future consideration/Ozzy for #16 & Krug

Long Island - Same as the Blues. Lots of speculation about making some big changes and clearing cap to be active in FA to add some scoring.

I’d be on the land line to Lou offering to take some contracts off of his hands. Specifically, Anders Lee, two years left at $7m, and JGP, two years left at $5m.

$12m in cap space is more than worth #18.

Will they want to trade their captain? Not sure, but Arthur Staple on the Athletic has indicated both Lee and JGP as trade candidates.

I like both players for the Sharks as quality vet influences the next two years.

Future consideration/Ozzy for #18 & Lee & JGP

Ottawa (again) - The Sens also have the Bruins 1st (26th overall?). I’d be open to something along the lines of:

#26 & two of their four(!) 4ths for dumping Korpisalo.

Might be worth it.

-

That’s it, folks. These are all of the ideas that have been bouncing around in my head for a few weeks now. Everything is based on speculation from NHL insiders and team beat writers. I appreciate you reading my novel.

Nice work!! Outside the box of what has been talked about here, and makes sense. I do think roster players included in trade-ups is more likely for some of these teams looking to make steps into playoffs now, rather than acquiring even more prospect talent.

 

[sharks_dynasty]

Warning: Very long post ahead with many of different trade scenarios to move up in the draft and/or adding other late 1st rounders.

I believe there are a few options not being talked about (enough) in regards to potential trade up scenarios.

First, cap dumps. This is probably the best time for Grier to take advantage of weaponizing his cap space.

Second, is the desire of teams to move their picks for win now pieces.

-

Ottawa - it’s well documented that they’re disappointed to not have taken a big step forward into the playoffs the past few seasons. They also have to give up a future 1st because Vegas was upset.

There’s lots of smoke about wanting to get out of the Korpisalo deal. They seem like an ideal team to move back if they can dump Korpi and add an extra pick.

#14 & #42 for #7 and Korpi

The Sens clear $4m in cap space while getting out of four more years of the Korpi contract. Then they have some options: flip #14 for a win now player (G? RD?), or add some quality pieces to their prospect pool before forfeiting their 1st in the next two seasons.

The Sharks carry three (somewhat injury prone goalies) for next season. Two of whom are entering the final year of their current deals. I personally don’t mind this deal at all. More on them in a bit.

Seattle - Lots of disappointment from missing the playoffs after an impressive showing last year. There’s been a lot of speculation about a need for a big splash but they don’t have a ton of cap space and assets to do so.

Taking Grubauer off of their hands should do the trick. $5.9m for three more years. Opens up some options for them this summer. Plenty of similar goalie options for them at much cheaper prices.

#14 & #42 for #8 and Gru

Once again, the Sharks carry three (somewhat injury prone goalies) for next season. Two of whom are entering the final year of their current deals. I don’t mind this deal either.

New Jersey - same as Ottawa, it’s well documented that they’re very disappointed to miss the playoffs after taking such a big step last season. They’re connected to both Markstrom and Saros. Lots of smoke about them adding a one of those guys this summer.

Instead of trading #10 for one of those goalies, why not trade #14 while adding another high pick to their cache? The Devils are without their 2nd (Timo) and could use a quality depth dman on a cheap deal.

#14 & #42 & Benning/Buroughs for #10

The Devils can then flip #14 and Holtz/Mercer for Markstrom/Saros. While using #42 for a separate trade or adding another prospect to their pool.

Buffalo - Same as Ottawa and New Jersey before them. Well documented disappointment from a long playoff drought. Deep prospect pool. Theyre reportedly looking for top 4 RD and veteran leadership in their forward corps.

#14 & #42 & Benning/Buroughs for #11

The Sabers can flip #14 and/or #42 in a trade for a win now player or just keep adding to their prospect pool.

Those are just some ideas for moving up from #14.

Regardless of how those scenarios play out, I’d like to see Grier be aggressive with adding another 1st or two while utilizing his cap space and roster openings. Trade for established vets on shorter deals than he’d have to sign in FA.

-

St. Louis - They have a glut of dmen taking up a ton of cap space. They already tried moving Krug last summer and failed. According to their beat writer on the Athletic (Rutherford) they’re consider moving their 1st to clear cap space (think Marleau and Carolina). Krug has three years left at $6.5m

But why would Krug waive for San Jose? Scott Fitzgerald of course! The Sharks were very quick to point out Fitzgerald’s role in signing Krug for the Bruins as one of the reasons they hired him.

Maybe Krug would like a change of scene and to go somewhere that he gets top pairing minutes and PP time? Worst case he says no but if the Blues are willing to part with their 1st it’s worth looking into imo.

Future consideration/Ozzy for #16 & Krug

Long Island - Same as the Blues. Lots of speculation about making some big changes and clearing cap to be active in FA to add some scoring.

I’d be on the land line to Lou offering to take some contracts off of his hands. Specifically, Anders Lee, two years left at $7m, and JGP, two years left at $5m.

$12m in cap space is more than worth #18.

Will they want to trade their captain? Not sure, but Arthur Staple on the Athletic has indicated both Lee and JGP as trade candidates.

I like both players for the Sharks as quality vet influences the next two years.

Future consideration/Ozzy for #18 & Lee & JGP

Ottawa (again) - The Sens also have the Bruins 1st (26th overall?). I’d be open to something along the lines of:

#26 & two of their four(!) 4ths for dumping Korpisalo.

Might be worth it.

-

That’s it, folks. These are all of the ideas that have been bouncing around in my head for a few weeks now. Everything is based on speculation from NHL insiders and team beat writers. I appreciate you reading my novel.

Great analysis and a reasonable approach to weaponizing cap space through trades to create a win-win for both teams. I especially like the Korpisalo, Grubauer, Anders Lee, and JGP options. If we can do one or more of these to help clear up cap space space for the opposing team and benefit with veterans for a few years while gaining a high end prospect, it seems like a great deal for everyone. I appreciate the creative thinking here!

 

[knu]

I think I would rather have MBN over Jiricek. MBN is a beast and Jiricek is a such a gamble.

I really like how strong he is on the boards and forecheck. Hes going to be an amazing energy and puck battles guy.

 

[Patty Ice]

I think I would rather have MBN over Jiricek. MBN is a beast and Jiricek is a such a gamble.

I really like how strong he is on the boards and forecheck. Hes going to be an amazing energy and puck battles guy.

He's a perfect compliment to Smith.

I salivate at the thought of a Musty-Smith-MBN line. Paired with a Eklund-Celebrini-whothef***ever line... chef's kiss.

 

[landshark]

He's a perfect compliment to Smith.

I salivate at the thought of a Musty-Smith-MBN line. Paired with a Eklund-Celebrini-whothef***ever line... chef's kiss.

Still get the chef's kiss if it's Eklund-Celebrini-Kunin?

 

[Patty Ice]

Still get the chef's kiss if it's Eklund-Celebrini-Kunin?

Yes, because I actually like Kunin

 

[Selachimorpha]

Amazing how far Kiviharju has fallen from last year to this one. Of course the injury doesn't help, but many are starting to mock him outside of the 1st round entirely. Might be an interesting dart throw if he's there in the 2nd.

Also interested in the other Finnish defenseman - Jesse Pulkkinen. Anyone seen him play? 6'6", overager, significant progression over the year, apparently a smooth skater, has some offensive ability. Not that great defensively.

 

[landshark]

Yes, because I actually like Kunin

I like him, too. But I only like him at 4C...

 

[The Nemesis]

I don't want Jiricek because regardless of his struggles or questions over his ceiling I don't like guys with significant knee injuries while they're young. Knees are basically time bombs once they've been hurt for the first time and it becomes a question of how quickly does he accrue further injuries or the expedited degradation that could mean he's toast by the time he's in his early 30s. We saw it with Michalek and were seeing the potential beginnings of it with Hertl.

 

[The Nemesis]

I like him, too. But I only like him at 4C...

Introducing the Sharks' new coach: Quinn Davidson, who immediately establishes Kunin as the focal point of the top line. Strangely nobody at the press conference comments on how Davidson looks suspiciously like David Quinn with an obviously fake handlebar mustache and glasses.

 

[Erep]

Amazing how far Kiviharju has fallen from last year to this one. Of course the injury doesn't help, but many are starting to mock him outside of the 1st round entirely. Might be an interesting dart throw if he's there in the 2nd.

I watched a few periods of him in WC u18. Obviously, other people know more than me, and I do not consider myself a scout in the slightest, but he did not move his feet. You can't play pro hockey, let alone NHL hockey like that.

 

[TheBeard]

Still get the chef's kiss if it's Eklund-Celebrini-Kunin?

This is like using sandpaper on mahogany. I suppose it's useful but the potential for disaster is large.

 

[landshark]

Introducing the Sharks' new coach: Quinn Davidson, who immediately establishes Kunin as the focal point of the top line. Strangely nobody at the press conference comments on how Davidson looks suspiciously like David Quinn with an obviously fake handlebar mustache and glasses.

Went full Snidley Whiplash...

 

[TealManV]

Nice work!! Outside the box of what has been talked about here, and makes sense. I do think roster players included in trade-ups is more likely for some of these teams looking to make steps into playoffs now, rather than acquiring even more prospect talent.

Great analysis and a reasonable approach to weaponizing cap space through trades to create a win-win for both teams. I especially like the Korpisalo, Grubauer, Anders Lee, and JGP options. If we can do one or more of these to help clear up cap space space for the opposing team and benefit with veterans for a few years while gaining a high end prospect, it seems like a great deal for everyone. I appreciate the creative thinking here!

Thanks, @coooldude and @sharks_dynasty! I appreciate the kind words and positive feedback.

 

[Jargon]

Warning: Very long post ahead with many of different trade scenarios to move up in the draft and/or adding other late 1st rounders.

I believe there are a few options not being talked about (enough) in regards to potential trade up scenarios.

First, cap dumps. This is probably the best time for Grier to take advantage of weaponizing his cap space.

Second, is the desire of teams to move their picks for win now pieces.

-

Ottawa - it’s well documented that they’re disappointed to not have taken a big step forward into the playoffs the past few seasons. They also have to give up a future 1st because Vegas was upset.

There’s lots of smoke about wanting to get out of the Korpisalo deal. They seem like an ideal team to move back if they can dump Korpi and add an extra pick.

#14 & #42 for #7 and Korpi

The Sens clear $4m in cap space while getting out of four more years of the Korpi contract. Then they have some options: flip #14 for a win now player (G? RD?), or add some quality pieces to their prospect pool before forfeiting their 1st in the next two seasons.

The Sharks carry three (somewhat injury prone goalies) for next season. Two of whom are entering the final year of their current deals. I personally don’t mind this deal at all. More on them in a bit.

Seattle - Lots of disappointment from missing the playoffs after an impressive showing last year. There’s been a lot of speculation about a need for a big splash but they don’t have a ton of cap space and assets to do so.

Taking Grubauer off of their hands should do the trick. $5.9m for three more years. Opens up some options for them this summer. Plenty of similar goalie options for them at much cheaper prices.

#14 & #42 for #8 and Gru

Once again, the Sharks carry three (somewhat injury prone goalies) for next season. Two of whom are entering the final year of their current deals. I don’t mind this deal either.

New Jersey - same as Ottawa, it’s well documented that they’re very disappointed to miss the playoffs after taking such a big step last season. They’re connected to both Markstrom and Saros. Lots of smoke about them adding a one of those guys this summer.

Instead of trading #10 for one of those goalies, why not trade #14 while adding another high pick to their cache? The Devils are without their 2nd (Timo) and could use a quality depth dman on a cheap deal.

#14 & #42 & Benning/Buroughs for #10

The Devils can then flip #14 and Holtz/Mercer for Markstrom/Saros. While using #42 for a separate trade or adding another prospect to their pool.

Buffalo - Same as Ottawa and New Jersey before them. Well documented disappointment from a long playoff drought. Deep prospect pool. Theyre reportedly looking for top 4 RD and veteran leadership in their forward corps.

#14 & #42 & Benning/Buroughs for #11

The Sabers can flip #14 and/or #42 in a trade for a win now player or just keep adding to their prospect pool.

Those are just some ideas for moving up from #14.

Regardless of how those scenarios play out, I’d like to see Grier be aggressive with adding another 1st or two while utilizing his cap space and roster openings. Trade for established vets on shorter deals than he’d have to sign in FA.

-

St. Louis - They have a glut of dmen taking up a ton of cap space. They already tried moving Krug last summer and failed. According to their beat writer on the Athletic (Rutherford) they’re consider moving their 1st to clear cap space (think Marleau and Carolina). Krug has three years left at $6.5m

But why would Krug waive for San Jose? Scott Fitzgerald of course! The Sharks were very quick to point out Fitzgerald’s role in signing Krug for the Bruins as one of the reasons they hired him.

Maybe Krug would like a change of scene and to go somewhere that he gets top pairing minutes and PP time? Worst case he says no but if the Blues are willing to part with their 1st it’s worth looking into imo.

Future consideration/Ozzy for #16 & Krug

Long Island - Same as the Blues. Lots of speculation about making some big changes and clearing cap to be active in FA to add some scoring.

I’d be on the land line to Lou offering to take some contracts off of his hands. Specifically, Anders Lee, two years left at $7m, and JGP, two years left at $5m.

$12m in cap space is more than worth #18.

Will they want to trade their captain? Not sure, but Arthur Staple on the Athletic has indicated both Lee and JGP as trade candidates.

I like both players for the Sharks as quality vet influences the next two years.

Future consideration/Ozzy for #18 & Lee & JGP

Ottawa (again) - The Sens also have the Bruins 1st (26th overall?). I’d be open to something along the lines of:

#26 & two of their four(!) 4ths for dumping Korpisalo.

Might be worth it.

-

That’s it, folks. These are all of the ideas that have been bouncing around in my head for a few weeks now. Everything is based on speculation from NHL insiders and team beat writers. I appreciate you reading my novel.

Fantastic post, thanks!

 

[Star Platinum]

I use electronics etc but try VERY hard to do no work on Friday night/Saturday

I will always remember today as the day I discovered I was Jewish.

 

[Jargon]

I will always remember today as the day I discovered I was Jewish.

Welcome to the tribe!