wingfan40 1 Report post Posted August 12, 2011 http://www.cbssports.com/mcc/blogs/entry/27694626/31267061 It sounds like Andrei is unhappy in Montreal and the rumor is he is being shopped. Would you trade for him? Hudler for Kostitsyn or maybe Hudler/Emmerton for Kostitsyn? It seems like he has potential to be a 60-70 point player in our system and his cap hit this year is $3.25m. I don't know a lot about him but he has good size and puts up good numbers. In my opinion I think he could be a difference maker with the Wings. What's your opinion? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GMRwings1983 8,794 Report post Posted August 12, 2011 Sure thing. This trade would finally silence those posters who complain about us not having enough toughness on the roster. 1 Finnish Wing reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GSBrooks13 204 Report post Posted August 12, 2011 If they would do Hudler and Emmerton for Kostitsyn then I would definitely say yes. Hudler wouldnt be a major loss and I have to think he will probably be gone after this year anyways and the Wings can also get something back out of Emmerton instead of losing him on waivers if he doesnt make the cut. Kostitsyn is a pretty decent player and I wouldn't want to give up much more for him value wise than Hudler/Emmerton, but I do agree he seems to have the skill set to reach his potential in the Wings system. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sputman 1,268 Report post Posted August 12, 2011 isn't it known by some that he is lazy? and isn't there some speculation that he sucks? 1 Frozen-Man reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GMRwings1983 8,794 Report post Posted August 12, 2011 isn't it known by some that he is lazy? and isn't there some speculation that he sucks? And has possible mob connections. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dragonballgtz 273 Report post Posted August 12, 2011 Only way I would take him is if the trade involved Hudler but even then it's a lateral move. We need to get better not stay stagnant. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sputman 1,268 Report post Posted August 12, 2011 And has possible mob connections. just think of the banter! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bring Back The Bruise Bros 1,029 Report post Posted August 12, 2011 Hudler and Miller to Montreal for Kostitsyn and Moen. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hockeytown0001 7,652 Report post Posted August 12, 2011 And has possible mob connections. I still remember the terrible anticipation of Montreal players possibly involved in prostitution rings or drug smuggling or something of that sort only to find that the whole thing was about them partying with someone who knows someone in the mob. 1 Drake_Marcus reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WorkingOvertime 536 Report post Posted August 12, 2011 And has possible mob connections. There was that prostitute... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sputman 1,268 Report post Posted August 12, 2011 There was that prostitute... there's always a prostitute. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Uncle Danny 155 Report post Posted August 12, 2011 there's always a prostitute. Just ask Hudler. He'll tell ya. 2 Drake_Marcus and DatZetterfanfromSC reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kira 451 Report post Posted August 13, 2011 In a word, no. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
VM1138 1,921 Report post Posted August 13, 2011 You mean Andrei "Center of All Sorts of Media Drama and Blatantly Illegal Activity" Kostitsyn? No thanks. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kira 451 Report post Posted August 13, 2011 Thanks for the backup, dear. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
St. Michael (the Red Wing) 422 Report post Posted August 13, 2011 (edited) Can he be worst than Hudler though drama wise? I think not. But his 3.2 cap hit is the thing. But at least his numbers are good and paired with even better linemates could probably be better. I'd say to this is my 2 cents. Edited August 13, 2011 by St. Michael (the Red Wing) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Crymson Report post Posted August 13, 2011 Can he be worst than Hudler though drama wise? I think not. But his 3.2 cap hit is the thing. But at least his numbers are good and paired with even better linemates could probably be better. I'd say to this is my 2 cents. Hudler is not bad drama-wise. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
St. Michael (the Red Wing) 422 Report post Posted August 13, 2011 Really? Complaining about not having a girlfriend and saying I'm leaving to play in the KHL, then coming back. To me that's a degree of drama. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Red Wings Addict 787 Report post Posted August 13, 2011 Really? Complaining about not having a girlfriend and saying I'm leaving to play in the KHL, then coming back. To me that's a degree of drama. Complaining about not having a girlfriend? Wasn't that Leino? Hudler did cheat on his girlfriend in 2009 with some prostitutes though. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
evilmrt 636 Report post Posted August 13, 2011 Really? Complaining about not having a girlfriend and saying I'm leaving to play in the KHL, then coming back. To me that's a degree of drama. And showing up in Czech tabloids? Jiri loves prostitutes Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
St. Michael (the Red Wing) 422 Report post Posted August 13, 2011 (edited) Whatever the case Andrei Kostitsyn is drama ridden. I wouldn't mind though a trade for him involving Hudler as probably 75% of this board wouldn't mind as well. I apologize for bringing up Hudler's issues in this thread my fault Edited August 13, 2011 by St. Michael (the Red Wing) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Finnish Wing 110 Report post Posted August 13, 2011 And has possible mob connections. I love your new avatar so much that I'll be giving you some +1. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GMRwings1983 8,794 Report post Posted August 13, 2011 I love your new avatar so much that I'll be giving you some +1. Really? Is Metal Gear really popular in Finland? I always wonder what games that are popular here are also popular in other countries. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Andy Pred 48 337 Report post Posted August 13, 2011 not much difference in production really; Kostitsyn Pl326 G87 A99 Pts186 +- +16 Hudler Pl328 G62 A102 Pts164 +- +26 the other aspect is Kostitsyn is a year younger. contract difference would be $400,000 into Kennys fund. Arent the Habs on the lookout for help on the blueline thou? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
VM1138 1,921 Report post Posted August 13, 2011 Can he be worst than Hudler though drama wise? I think not. But his 3.2 cap hit is the thing. But at least his numbers are good and paired with even better linemates could probably be better. I'd say to this is my 2 cents. I don't understand this. Hudler never caused any drama except for his contract negotiations. Playing under your potential doesn't mean you're creating drama. All signs point to him being an excellent locker room influence. Everyone on the team loves Hudler. And I'm sure everyone loves Kostitsyn, but only because he keeps them supplied with drugs, haha. And the girlfriend thing was Leino, not Hudler. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites