MacK_Attack 108 Report post Posted February 26, 2009 That still might not happen, and a team that gambles big on it may be rewarded with some big names The cap will drop heading into 2010/11. The question remains is by how much. Some believe it could be a $10-15 million drop. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Heroes of Hockeytown 694 Report post Posted February 26, 2009 The cap will drop heading into 2010/11. The question remains is by how much. Some believe it could be a $10-15 million drop. Wow, seriously? That would be downright catastrophic for the brave new world of 6+ year contracts that virtually all of the NHL's locked themselves into. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
russianswede919293 95 Report post Posted February 26, 2009 Hey NFM, Montreal traded Steve Begin to Dallas for Doug Janik http://tsn.ca/nhl/story/?id=268795&lid...s=topStory_main I was told by my brother who is a Habs fan that Janik was already waived and sent to Hamilton, that it was cap cutting measure with Tanguay coming back, plus he isn't playing anyway. Next out the door is Laraque in my opinion. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
I Red Wings I 40 Report post Posted February 26, 2009 Montreal Canadiens send Steve Begin to Dallas in exchange for Doug Janik...I got a text message from NHL.com Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
I Red Wings I 40 Report post Posted February 26, 2009 Hey NFM, Montreal traded Steve Begin to Dallas for Doug Janik http://tsn.ca/nhl/story/?id=268795&lid...s=topStory_main I was told by my brother who is a Habs fan that Janik was already waived and sent to Hamilton, that it was cap cutting measure with Tanguay coming back, plus he isn't playing anyway. Next out the door is Laraque in my opinion. Laraque has a no trade clause and he said himself he will not waive it. He's just unhappy of his playing time but likes it in Montreal. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
russianswede919293 95 Report post Posted February 26, 2009 Laraque has a no trade clause and he said himself he will not waive it. He's just unhappy of his playing time but likes it in Montreal. He told Gainey that if the team won't play him there are other teams that will. it sounds to me like he will be willing to waive it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
I Red Wings I 40 Report post Posted February 26, 2009 He told Gainey that if the team won't play him there are other teams that will. it sounds to me like he will be willing to waive it. I'm not sure where you get that from... Laraque on being traded Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
russianswede919293 95 Report post Posted February 26, 2009 I'm not sure where you get that from... Laraque on being traded With the trade deadline less than a week away, Canadiens tough guy Georges Laraque said he hasn't asked to be traded, but he certainly sounds like someone who would welcome a change of scenery. Laraque has been a healthy scratch the past two games and said if the Canadiens don't want to play him, he's sure there are other teams in the league that would appreciate his unique skills. He went on to say that, if he knew that the Canadiens weren't going to take full advantage of his presence, he wouldn't have signed as a free agent last summer. http://www.montrealgazette.com/sports/Unha...9908/story.html Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
I Red Wings I 40 Report post Posted February 26, 2009 http://www.montrealgazette.com/sports/Unha...9908/story.html This is obviously updated, thanks Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sibiriak 84 Report post Posted February 26, 2009 Word on the street is that Pronger will be traded to the Bruins. So, if Chara and Pronger hold hads at the blue line, will thjey be able to hold on to the opposite boards as well? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MacK_Attack 108 Report post Posted February 26, 2009 TSN: Mathieu Dandenault requests a trade out of Montreal. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest mindfly Report post Posted February 27, 2009 The frenchies wants to get out of montreal... can handle the pressure eh? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ruys92 0 Report post Posted February 27, 2009 The Dallas Stars have acquired forward Steve Begin from the Montreal Canadiens in exchange for defenseman Doug Janik. - per NHL.com Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Vladifan 680 Report post Posted February 27, 2009 TSN: Mathieu Dandenault requests a trade out of Montreal. Anybody think he's still good enough to come back to the Wings? I haven't watched him enough since he moved on. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
russianswede919293 95 Report post Posted February 27, 2009 Anybody think he's still good enough to come back to the Wings? I haven't watched him enough since he moved on. Good enough...Yes... Need another player like him...No... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The Mule 0 Report post Posted February 27, 2009 According to Andy Strickland, Detroit has interest in Jamal Mayers. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skacore 2 Report post Posted February 27, 2009 According to Andy Strickland, Detroit has interest in Jamal Mayers. s***, I'd take him! he's not overly physical but he could get the job done... best thing about it is that he's not a UFA until '10 so he wouldn't just be a playoff rental Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The Mule 0 Report post Posted February 27, 2009 s***, I'd take him! he's not overly physical but he could get the job done... best thing about it is that he's not a UFA until '10 so he wouldn't just be a playoff rental I'm not sold on Mayers. He's gritty and provides some strength, and he isn't a terrible player, but I've been watching him in Toronto all season long (living near the city, I see almost every game), and I just haven't been overly impressed with his play, but perhaps he'd play better in Detroit. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skacore 2 Report post Posted February 27, 2009 I'm not sold on Mayers. He's gritty and provides some strength, and he isn't a terrible player, but I've been watching him in Toronto all season long (living near the city, I see almost every game), and I just haven't been overly impressed with his play, but perhaps he'd play better in Detroit. I'm in the same boat, I'm from Toronto and watch every game... and I agree he hasn't reached my expectations, I thought he'd be a great fit in Toronto but he's just been OK so far. I think St. Louis used him more effectively and his stats showed. He's a tier below Chris Neil and Ian Laperriere but like I said, I'd still take him with no complaints. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Z and D for the C 712 Report post Posted February 27, 2009 Word on the street is that Pronger will be traded to the Bruins. God I hope not. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skacore 2 Report post Posted February 27, 2009 God I hope not. I kinda hope so... he'd be a perfect fit. The B's are such a throwback team, great to watch... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The Mule 0 Report post Posted February 27, 2009 I'm in the same boat, I'm from Toronto and watch every game... and I agree he hasn't reached my expectations, I thought he'd be a great fit in Toronto but he's just been OK so far. I think St. Louis used him more effectively and his stats showed. He's a tier below Chris Neil and Ian Laperriere but like I said, I'd still take him with no complaints. Amen. I'd take the two you mentioned before Mayers any day of the week, but I wouldn't be overly unsatisfied if we landed him. I do hope we snag some sort of depth forward that can add some grit to our roster, though. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
seeinred 1,488 Report post Posted February 27, 2009 According to Andy Strickland, Detroit has interest in Jamal Mayers. Andy Strickland is also kind of an idiot. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The Mule 0 Report post Posted February 27, 2009 Andy Strickland is also kind of an idiot. I never said he wasn't, I'm simply passing it on. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
VM1138 1,921 Report post Posted February 27, 2009 Wow, seriously? That would be downright catastrophic for the brave new world of 6+ year contracts that virtually all of the NHL's locked themselves into. Honestly, I don't see how the NHPLA would allow the cap to drop that much. That would absolutely destroy several key teams in the league and bring down the NHL as a result. It might drop, but I don't see it dropping enough to really affect too much, it's just bad business. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
