RedFX 48 Report post Posted June 27, 2008 Just saw this on ESPN. Another hard-hitting; hard-working defenseman is on the market. Any possibilities here? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CAredwingsfan91 28 Report post Posted June 27, 2008 what was the offer? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RedFX 48 Report post Posted June 27, 2008 what was the offer? I heard close to 3 mil. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Aki 0 Report post Posted June 27, 2008 wow, what's going on with the pens? it seems like all their players are leaving. I wouldn't mind having orpik, especially if Stuart doesn't re-sign Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Vladifan 680 Report post Posted June 27, 2008 Just saw this on ESPN. Another hard-hitting; hard-working defenseman is on the market. Any possibilities here? Methinks it partly depends on what Stuart decides to do. But either way, I am of the group opinion that says why not give them talented upstart young'ns a chance? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
11iscoming 1 Report post Posted June 27, 2008 maybe he is an ok d-man, but i personally dislike him, to me he seems to be a little bit dumb and i think he wouldn´t fit with the wings who mostly seem to be pretty smart players. so i say no to orpik. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BeeRYCE 2 Report post Posted June 27, 2008 maybe he is an ok d-man, but i personally dislike him, to me he seems to be a little bit dumb and i think he wouldn´t fit with the wings who mostly seem to be pretty smart players. so i say no to orpik. No professional hockey player is dumb, that's why they're professionals. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
up2here 41 Report post Posted June 27, 2008 We have too many D-men as it is. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
egroen 384 Report post Posted June 27, 2008 Most Penguins' fans would not be too upset to see him walk. The Finals were not indicative of his normal play. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dabura 12,232 Report post Posted June 27, 2008 Talk about a sinking ship. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
akustyk 84 Report post Posted June 27, 2008 Orpik ain't bad but $3M is crazy money. either I'm wrong or he has wrong sense of his value or just want to bail out of Steel City Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Donaldjr2448 43 Report post Posted June 27, 2008 I would say yes, but for no more than 1 million a year!! He was impressive, but not 3 million impressive. I like his play, but like someone else said, we are loaded on D!! Hopefully he doesn't go to anyone else in the Central!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DatsMyWings13 4 Report post Posted June 27, 2008 I wouldn't mind seeing him here so long as he doesn't get more that 2 mil a year. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RedArmy 4 Report post Posted June 27, 2008 wow is he worth that much 3 mil? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hillbillywingsfan 794 Report post Posted June 27, 2008 Methinks it partly depends on what Stuart decides to do. But either way, I am of the group opinion that says why not give them talented upstart young'ns a chance? i agree. i want my boy ericsson to be in the lineup and helm..and i can't wait to see abby in there Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
puckbags 863 Report post Posted June 27, 2008 No professional hockey player is dumb, that's why they're professionals. Chris Simon? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
puckbags 863 Report post Posted June 27, 2008 i agree. i want my boy ericsson to be in the lineup and helm..and i can't wait to see abby in there I agree, I know nobody is guaranteed a spot on the team but you would think that with the way Helm played in the playoffs that the only way he doesn't make the team is if he has a terrible training camp and plays himself off the team. We need to start the season with at least one of these young d-men on the team and then come trade deadline if we need to add a veteran guy than so be it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LeftWinger 5,153 Report post Posted June 27, 2008 (edited) Wow, I know I joked with a few Pens fans about enjoying their ONE trip to the finals, but holy crap! ...Malone, Malkin, Hossa, Orpik, Roberts, who's next? Sure they still have Crosby and Staal and Fluery, but there is a little thing called team chemistry. Looks like Pittsburgh is going to have a rough time at getting back to the Finals afterall, so my poking fun may just be proven true! Edited June 27, 2008 by LeftWinger Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cicada 4 Report post Posted June 27, 2008 Orpik doesn't move the puck well.. i'd say no thanks Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
xtrememachine1 795 Report post Posted June 27, 2008 I'd be very unhappy if we got Brooks Orpik. Not a Red Wings type defenseman. Doesn't move the puck well at all and gets caught out of position more than anyone. I'd take Lilja over Orpik. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
akustyk 84 Report post Posted June 27, 2008 Chris Simon? Simon wasn't dumb. the guy most likely has problems with keeping his cool and taming his aggression, but he's not dumb. Pronger is dumber than SImon because he actually has more skills but is unable to keep his game on civil level and not cross the border (even the border of Ducks standards which is way above league average). but even he isn't a trully dumb guy. this Philly kid who was suspended before the season even started... now that's another story... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DraperFan MN 0 Report post Posted June 27, 2008 i agree. i want my boy ericsson to be in the lineup and helm..and i can't wait to see abby in there Not responding to your post, just the caption below your avatar. Nice "What About Bob" line Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hillbillywingsfan 794 Report post Posted June 27, 2008 Not responding to your post, just the caption below your avatar. Nice "What About Bob" line hahahaha you are the first one to comment on that. i love that movie=) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Dump-N-Thump Report post Posted June 27, 2008 i agree. i want my boy ericsson to be in the lineup and helm..and i can't wait to see abby in there You think the wings will put him on the 4th. When he could be 1st line in GR? *HELM* I agree with Big Rig, I'am excited for him and hopefully quincey to be playing with Detroit.. I think they will add a element to our D that we have been missing..Ruggidness but yet solid with moving the puck Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
YoungGuns1340 1 Report post Posted June 27, 2008 I actually heard Orpik was only looking for 3.5M, as opposed to the 4-4.5M some people were projecting he'd ask, and he also wants to return to Philly. Like it or not, 3M will actually end up being a decent price for a guy who can fill a #4 spot. That said, I personally dont think hes worth more than about 2.25. But the market dictates otherwise. Hamrlik has been great with the Habs, but it was a great year for him. Career-wise hes more or less a #3, but hes being paid 5M+. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
