LeftWinger

Meh for the day. With the 1sts that were flying around, I thought we'd have more excitement in Detroit. I look at the Vlad trade as basically a loan to Nill for the playoff run. I believe he will be back, and that is why he only got us a 4th 2 years from now. He'll be back. The kid bleeds Red Wings.

I can see Bert staying, but I can see Hronek, Zadina and or Rasmussen being dealt. Or none of them! Then again, if the right deal presents itself, I can see Bert headed out. Yzerman won't make any dumb, wild moves, but he will make moves that make this team better.

Bertuzzi has told Yzerman that he is "open" to be moved. I am sure not because he hates it here or anything like that, BUT, the state of this team at the moment, I believe that Bertuzzi will be way past his prime before The Wings are serious perennial Cup contenders. He probably figures it's better to get traded now, to a contender and possibly win a few Cups, rather than work hard the next few seasons at building this team, then get traded at 30 years old. But, on the same hand he hasn't "asked" for a trade, nor has Yzerman said he is on the market. Yzerman said they were "open for business" and only a few are untouchable. I'm sure Bertuzzi would love to stay and win a Cup (or two) here, but I am also sure he told Yzerman he is "open" to be moved because why not win a Cup sooner? This is all just my interpretation of this, I just cannot wait to see the return for Bertuzzi (if dealt) with all the 1st's being thrown around so far!

All eyes on Bertuzzi

I don't think they're trading Suter.

If Babcock came back it'd be back to "veterans get the spot." You wouldn't see Edvinsson for 5 years.

Stecher and new guy should be in IMO. I'm glad Jakub is back.

Oh ok. I just didn't see you mention him in a trade like Staal and Leddy.

You forgot Stecher

His draft year +1 he was making a bit of noise over there. The general consensus was he was playing against kids so of course he'd be good. But it seems now he truly made some huge strides and might be ready for the jump to North America.

I'm all for dealing with Holland. Heck, send him Zadina, Leddy and Greiss. As long as it gets us a 1st in return, I'm sure Yzerman will get players back that will fit in our future.

Yet Fabbri is 4th on the team in goals scored with 14 and 6th in total scoring. He may end up trade bait before his (new) contract expires, but I think he fits in with the direction the team is headed. I guess this is a "we'll see" situation.

It's that time of year again, College UFA signings coming up! I wonder if there are any on Yzerman's radar?

I think Namestnikov will re-sign here for as many times as Yzerman wants...plus Fabbri already sign a 3 year extension. Fabbri is part of this rebuild and will be on our next Cup winning team.

It's doesn't reflect on Yzerman that Blashill is not using Leddy correctly. He was supposed to be partnered with Seider, at least that's what the talk was when he was acquired. His stats would be much different is he were. Also, I think that the trade seems worse because they drafted Raty with the pick. We'll see what we can get for Leddy in a couple of weeks. Playoff teams, and Cup contenders like D-men like Leddy. Plus, Panik has only played in 4 games for NYI and with only 1 point.

I guess, but does it really matter who the fans are interested in? If Boston feels Leddy can help, they'll acquire him. I think Berggren will make the team whether or not Zadina is dealt. We have 3 pending UFA's, what are the chances Yzerman re-signs all of Namestnikov, Gagner and Rowney?

I too believe that Zadina is just not working out here. That being said, I would not trade him to a divisional team, just in case the change of venue ignites his "filling of the nets!" I would like to see us get DeBrusk, but without sending them Zadina. They need a D, so hypothetically we send them Leddy, what goes with him? Or since they are the divisional rival in need, we don't need to acquire anyone for the playoffs, they do, so you'd think they'd have to pay up, no? Could we do a Leddy for DeBrusk swap? Of course retaining 50% of Leddy's salary. I'd trade Zadina along with Griess to Edmonton for their 1st round pick....or maybe Broberg instead. I know we have a few D prospects that are making huge cases for the NHL, but we have 4 UFA D that (if not traded) most likely will not be back. Unless Yzerman signs Staal for another year as that mentor D.

Edvinsson

Just my opinion, Zadina and Hronek should be sent to their daddy Holland. Rasmussen should be sent to Seattle or Vancouver. Gimme picks, we have players seemingly ready to step in next season that could replace them. I know they're young and might need time, but I'm done with this losing, I'm ready to turn the corner and start climbing beginning next season. Look at the impact Seider and Raymond have had, those three have more years experience and are light-years worse...at least here. I hate giving up on young players, but these guys aren't what they projected to be, nowhere near. Trade them for some picks, replace with Vrana, Berggren and whichever of our D prospects who steps up the most. I'm not hating on them, but sometimes you just need to turn the page.

McKenzie has him at 11. He has Geekie at 10. If we stay at or around 10, this will be a tough choice for me. I'd be happy with either, but would prefer one of them to be gone so I wouldn't have to choose! BTW, Nice!

Holland needs a Goalie in Edmonton, I wonder if he'd be interested in Greiss? He's been VERY consistent and IMO is better than either of the two he has there now. Of course, there are other G's available that may be more attractive. But it's just adds a little interest to trade Greiss instead of just letting him walk UFA come July. Maybe a pick? Or a package for a high pick and/or prospect? We ALL know Holland loves to overpay! Namestnikov has 23 points ATM, that would have to garner better than a 3rd to a contender? I'd be happy to re-sign him in July. Dekeyser....ugh... Leddy should get some looks. Sure he isn't tearing it up here, but this is still not a great team. Leddy on a contender is actually a nice piece. I am saying no less than a 2nd, and if Boston really wants him, or Toronto, it'll have to be a 1st because of the division. But I think a 2nd isn't out of the question from any other playoff team. Other than that, I don't think we have any UFA players to trade that will get us much, I don't see Staal getting us too much since he'd have to waive his NMC, and that limits us who can deal with, so the return will be low. Stecher just got back from injury and hasn't played enough really to show a lot of interest. Unless Vancouver would like to get him back, maybe we'd get a 3rd or 4th. I'm still cautiously waiting for that "Hockey Deal" to appear like last year. Could be a package of any of the UFA's above and a signed player, or it could just be a signed player. Although they are young and could, COULD, turn out eventually, I still see the names Zadina, Rasmussen and Hronek possibly in play. Not to keep harping on Holland, but these are Holland players and going back to his need of a goalie, a package of Greiss and one of these players could bring us a nice return. I just happen to think Hronek is becoming expendable with our D pipeline scorching up their leagues. I have nothing against these three, I just think if we are to see a hockey deal, then these are some names Yzerman would be fine parting ways with. regarding Boston, would you send Leddy and a prospect (or one of the three I mentioned) to them for DeBrusk? Also, with tons of capspace available, I really look forward to seeing Yzerman collecting tons of picks utilizing the cap to transfer some players (retaining salary) to Cup contenders. I know we can only retain 50% and I think up to three(?) players.

You don't feel we have enough D-man prospects? Plus, I am not too keen on trading away a 1st that could possibly end up being Conner Bedard.

I'm hoping for Lambert in the 1st. (since we aren't getting the #1OA of course)

UFA's - Gagner, Namestnikov, Leddy, Dekeyser, Greiss, Stecher I think Leddy may be the only one of these that will garner any interest. "Hockey" trade targets - We all heard rumors of Mantha possibly being dealt last season, but honestly, did we have any idea of what a deal it was to be for us or if there was even one out there? In addition to attempting to deal some UFA, I can see Yzerman pulling out another last minute "hockey trade" and surprise us all. I think a couple of names that may be dangled out there are Zadina, Hronek, Rasmussen and possibly Veleno. (I'm not saying all of them will be dealt.) What would it take to make our team better again? Would Chicago trade Debrincat, Strome or Dach? What is Holland ready to give up? What would the price(s) be? Let's say you packaged Zadina, Leddy and a 2nd what (or which one) would that be a starting point at? It's almost a guarantee Yzerman will be adding assets from teams in order to retain salary and help those teams out with cap issues. Maybe we flip some of those assets too? Do we hold tight with these young kids or do we try to upgrade? Is there anything even worth acquiring (outside of picks) this year?

We basically got Leddy, Vrana, Ned and Cossa for Mantha and Bernier! (all while throwing around picks here and there!)