GSBrooks13 204 Report post Posted July 14, 2009 (edited) This should probably be in rumours so move it if you feel like it.. but I just read on Eklunds twitter (I know.. haha) that a new door has opened that could see Mats become a Wing but the Leafs are still in on him.. Im not sure how we would ever fit him under the cap without a huge paycut.. But I wouldnt mind seeing it as long as he would settle for 2nd/3rd Line Minutes.. And there are probably other threads about Sundin but this is the first time I have seen an actual rumour about it being possible.. Edited July 14, 2009 by GSBrooks13 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ilmickeyli 40 Report post Posted July 14, 2009 Wrong forum. It's not going to happen. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wingslionstigers 12 Report post Posted July 14, 2009 Matt Sundin made 10 million last year im pretty sure. Hes not coming here for 2.5... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ComradeWasabi 109 Report post Posted July 14, 2009 We need an "Eklund" forum. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ShanahanMan 473 Report post Posted July 14, 2009 http://www.geocities.com/crazy_weatherman/...s/rumourgen.htm Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GSBrooks13 204 Report post Posted July 14, 2009 We need an "Eklund" forum. That could work haha.. I just read it and it was the first Wings news I have heard in a while besides Hudler and KHL stuff so I figured it might be something to talk about and kill some offseason haha Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Booster313 138 Report post Posted July 14, 2009 If he wanted a one year 2-3million dollar contract then sign him up. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GSBrooks13 204 Report post Posted July 14, 2009 http://www.geocities.com/crazy_weatherman/...s/rumourgen.htm Haha I clicked that and the first thing that came up was Lidstrom to Stars haha.. Probably how he does it, someone just leaked his method. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Zetterling 16 Report post Posted July 14, 2009 That would be really cool. Sundin to the Wings! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Snazzy 0 Report post Posted July 14, 2009 I think there would be a better chance that Hossa finds a flaw in his new Chicago contract and terminates it to resign with the Wings than Sundin coming here. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Zion 93 Report post Posted July 14, 2009 Not. Ever. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RedWingFan2k1 0 Report post Posted July 14, 2009 http://www.geocities.com/crazy_weatherman/...s/rumourgen.htm "Datsyuk to Predators? (e2) According to sources within the Detroit Red Wings organisation, the Nashville Predators are willing to part with RW Jordin Tootoo and a bucket of fried chicken to obtain the services of C Pavel Datsyuk. Remember, you heard it here first!" Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Casey 145 Report post Posted July 14, 2009 Not. Ever. If he'd be willing to take sub-2M, that proves he wants to win badly enough. I'd take him. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tr!PoD#19 524 Report post Posted July 14, 2009 If he'd be willing to take sub-2M, that proves he wants to win badly enough. I'd take him. Aye, he started to pick up his play in Vancouver last year in the playoffs, and is still a legitimate top 6 forward in my opinion. I doubt he'll take a pay cut that large to play anywhere, though. He just doesn't seem like that kind of person. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
robb himself 143 Report post Posted July 14, 2009 I'd take him for 1.5 - 2.0 mill with incentives...nothing more Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Peleshob 0 Report post Posted July 14, 2009 Aye, he started to pick up his play in Vancouver last year in the playoffs, and is still a legitimate top 6 forward in my opinion. I doubt he'll take a pay cut that large to play anywhere, though. He just doesn't seem like that kind of person. Agree about him picking up his play. Who knows if he'll settle for less money or not. Also, Bisping knockout ftw, haha. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LeftWinger 4,959 Report post Posted July 14, 2009 (edited) Well, he IS still available so I guess anything is possible, BUT I cannot see the Wings giving him MORE or Equal to what they offered Hudler, so, unless it' for $1.5M or less, I would say the odds are very unlikely... ...stranger things have happened though! Could it be another, "best, last chance to win" scenario? Right about now I just want to get out of this Hudler "limbo." C'mon IIHL s*** or get off the pot, the arbitration is when, the 30th? That really has no bearing on whether the IIHL voids the KHL contract, so lets get on with it! We know Huds is gonna get awarded $3.0 or more, he already has signed the $5M KHL deal, so odds are he won;t be here. I just hope Holland doesn't miss out on any of the "useful" UFA's left! The list is dwindling... right about now, whoever is the first to accept $1.5M for one season wins, so whether it be Sundin, Peca, Hinote, Betts or whoever else is your wish to come here, lets just git r dun! edit: Maybe he'll end up in Chicago for $6M, s*** they seem to have been given double the cap space of everyone else, so why not? Edited July 14, 2009 by LeftWinger Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
xtrememachine1 795 Report post Posted July 14, 2009 Well, he IS still available so I guess anything is possible, BUT I cannot see the Wings giving him MORE or Equal to what they offered Hudler, so, unless it' for $1.5M or less, I would say the odds are very unlikely... Couldn't they give him a one year deal for like $2 mil, but add incentives that would take it up to like $5 mil? I know you're allowed to go 7.5% over the cap if you go over by players getting their bonus. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
miller76 463 Report post Posted July 14, 2009 Please no more 'has beens'. He was incredibly slow and a step behind for much of his time in Vancouver. I will admit, he looked better towards the end of the season, but still. I would rather see this team pick up a decent to quality player that can shoot the puck, without leaving black smears on the goalies chest logo! This organization is notorious for picking up a quality player for less money. The Hossa saga this year about 'will he sign' or 'wont he sign' was a little much. And imo, was a complete distraction during the playoff run and especially against his old team. Sundin falls right into this big name guy, signing a one year deal, and then having to deal with a contract negotiation next year. I would rather take my chances with Robert Lang on one good Achilles Tendon! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hockey23 79 Report post Posted July 14, 2009 Trade Lilja or put him on LTIR. This gives us $3 mil to sign Sundin. I think he is a perfect replacement for Samuelsson. Put him on the third line with Helm and Leino and use him on the PP because he's a righty and can shoot. If there is any decent FA left that is willing to take a pay cut to go to a winning team, I think it's Sundin. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Canadian_Yzerman_Fan 7 Report post Posted July 14, 2009 http://www.geocities.com/crazy_weatherman/...s/rumourgen.htm "the Detroit Red Wings are willing to part with D Nicklas Lidstrom, C Pavel Datsyuk and a 5th round pick to obtain the services of D Erik Johnson" ... yikes, STL is gonna clean up on that one Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MacK_Attack 108 Report post Posted July 14, 2009 Trade Lilja or put him on LTIR. This gives us $3 mil to sign Sundin. I think he is a perfect replacement for Samuelsson. Put him on the third line with Helm and Leino and use him on the PP because he's a righty and can shoot. If there is any decent FA left that is willing to take a pay cut to go to a winning team, I think it's Sundin. Who would take Lilja knowing his uncertainty with his concussion? And you only get his salary back in LTIR space if he sits out the entire year. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tdinc 45 Report post Posted July 14, 2009 no... no.....and no............. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Z and D for the C 712 Report post Posted July 14, 2009 (edited) I think there would be a better chance that Hossa finds a flaw in his new Chicago contract and terminates it to resign with the Wings than Sundin coming here. Do you think that could actually happen!?!? Edited July 14, 2009 by Z and D for the C Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MaynardJKeenan 1 Report post Posted July 14, 2009 I have an inside source that said the deal is almost done. I'll give it a MJK4. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
