wings87 1,290 Report post Posted May 19, 2015 Some of the 2016 UFA's: E Staal, Stamkos, Kopitar, O'Reilly, Lucic, Seabrook, Yandle, Byfuglien, Kesler, Backus, Ladd, L. Eriksson, Voracek, Perron, E Johnson, L Schenn, B Sutter, Anisimov, Okposo, and several others. If only half of these guys get resigned it is still a great UFA class. try to get 1-2 Dmen and 1 big time forward. This year's class is soft, but I don't think it's wise to wait for those guys either. You never know who'll be available, when the time comes. 1 nyqvististhefuture reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Richdg 267 Report post Posted May 19, 2015 This year's class is soft, but I don't think it's wise to wait for those guys either. You never know who'll be available, when the time comes. That is why we should be trying to trade for some of these guys. Like I said, many play for teams without any cap space. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wings87 1,290 Report post Posted May 19, 2015 That is why we should be trying to trade for some of these guys. Like I said, many play for teams without any cap space. I agree, the FA market doesn't excite me at all. Trades should definitely be the priority. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
amato 3,210 Report post Posted May 19, 2015 Some of the 2016 UFA's: E Staal, Stamkos, Kopitar, O'Reilly, Lucic, Seabrook, Yandle, Byfuglien, Kesler, Backus, Ladd, L. Eriksson, Voracek, Perron, E Johnson, L Schenn, B Sutter, Anisimov, Okposo, and several others. If only half of these guys get resigned it is still a great UFA class. try to get 1-2 Dmen and 1 big time forward. It's too early to look to that ha but Kesler would be a great addition. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wings87 1,290 Report post Posted May 19, 2015 (edited) It's too early to look to that ha but Kesler would be a great addition. I'm done pining for Kesler. He doesn't want to play in Detroit anyway. He can stay in Anaheim. Edited May 19, 2015 by wings87 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nyqvististhefuture 1,002 Report post Posted May 19, 2015 Some of the 2016 UFA's: E Staal, Stamkos, Kopitar, O'Reilly, Lucic, Seabrook, Yandle, Byfuglien, Kesler, Backus, Ladd, L. Eriksson, Voracek, Perron, E Johnson, L Schenn, B Sutter, Anisimov, Okposo, and several others. If only half of these guys get resigned it is still a great UFA class. try to get 1-2 Dmen and 1 big time forward. I see stamkos kopitar seabrook kesler voracek okposo resigning ... The big stars don't usually get to July 1st and I can't see any of the leaving as they been with the same team since the beginning or just fit now with them (kesler,voracek) ... And after what ny gave for yandle I'd say good chances he sticks Anyways like someone said you can't expect to sit and wait till 2016 July 1st or else when that date comes you'll be sorely dissapointed Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
amato 3,210 Report post Posted May 19, 2015 I'm done pining for Kesler. He doesn't want to play in Detroit anyway. He can stay in Anaheim. Why's that? He may not be able to stay there with their young guys improving. I imagine they'll need new contracts soonish.. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wings87 1,290 Report post Posted May 19, 2015 (edited) Why's that? He may not be able to stay there with their young guys improving. I imagine they'll need new contracts soonish.. Still pissed about the trade to Anaheim. I blame Holland but he gets the residual blame. I've wanted him on the Wings for a long time, but I don't think he's got any interest to play for the Wings. Don't know why. Edited May 19, 2015 by wings87 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nyqvististhefuture 1,002 Report post Posted May 19, 2015 We need defensemen ... One just got available http://thehockeywriters.com/should-nhl-teams-start-being-worried-about-the-ncaa-factor/ Maybe he can look at what happened with dekeyser and how he might get a shot with the wings soon and be enticed at coming Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DickieDunn 2,571 Report post Posted May 19, 2015 I understand that, but Green and Franson would be MUCH better than what we have now. Not unless you could trade for one, I'd be ok with that too. But who could you get for any combo we could offer? Weiss/Smith/Jurco/Sproul...Would that get you a top pair guy? If so who? If not, then who would get you one? They're dumpster fires defensively. I don't want a so-so defenseman just because he shoots right. Go big or go home. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
amato 3,210 Report post Posted May 19, 2015 Still pissed about the trade to Anaheim. I blame Holland but he gets the residual blame. I've wanted him on the Wings for a long time, but I don't think he's got any interest to play for the Wings. Don't know why. I just don't think the wings were willing to part with what Vancouver wanted..? I don't think it was Kesler behind it. Now, if he hits free agency and Holland offers him a competitive contract and he goes elsewhere, then I'd agree. But he's the kind of center the wings like to have. That'd be a great signing. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
amato 3,210 Report post Posted May 19, 2015 (edited) Looks like Ward could be heading to free agency based on MacLellan's comments.... Alex Prewitt @alex_prewitt MacLellan said a 1RW is "on the shopping list" and "is a priority...you'd like to have more stability there." 11:13 AM - 18 May 2015 The few games I watched, I though Ward looked great on the top line with those two guys. The caps do have a decent amount of cap space but a lot of free agents to sign.. so it doesn't look like they'll keep him. And with Franzen and Cole both likely done, Ward could be a good signing. http://prohockeytalk.nbcsports.com/2015/05/19/caps-gm-shares-position-that-tops-his-ufa-shopping-list/ Edited May 19, 2015 by amato 2 nyqvististhefuture and PavelValerievichDatsyuk reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MasterPavel 115 Report post Posted May 19, 2015 Sign Reilly, draft Greenway, and make a trade to bolster the defense. That is something I think everyone could agree upon. It fills 3 needs along with staying out of the crazy FA bidding. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kipwinger 8,524 Report post Posted May 19, 2015 Sign Reilly, draft Greenway, and make a trade to bolster the defense. That is something I think everyone could agree upon. It fills 3 needs along with staying out of the crazy FA bidding. Greenway? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
number9 3,297 Report post Posted May 19, 2015 Greenway? He's the biggest bodied boy in the draft. So naturally we all want him. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MasterPavel 115 Report post Posted May 19, 2015 http://www.nhl.com/ice/m_news.htm?id=737898 Yup Greenway Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
number9 3,297 Report post Posted May 19, 2015 http://www.nhl.com/ice/m_news.htm?id=737898 Yup Greenway Whoa, just look at him. I kept trying to zoom out until I realized that I was just looking at a really big boy. 2 wings87 and amato reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MasterPavel 115 Report post Posted May 19, 2015 He's the biggest bodied boy in the draft. So naturally we all want him. I am not the type that thinks size is the only thing that matters. However when you get a guy that has good skill and can actually do more than goon it up hell yeah it would be a good idea to draft him. 1 wings87 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
amato 3,210 Report post Posted May 19, 2015 Would definitely not be opposed to drafting greenway. his final north American rank is 47th too (according to nhl.com). Seems like he has steal potential in the late second or early third. Can't help but wonder what moved him back though..? his mid season ranking was 22nd in NA. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
number9 3,297 Report post Posted May 19, 2015 I am not the type that thinks size is the only thing that matters. However when you get a guy that has good skill and can actually do more than goon it up hell yeah it would be a good idea to draft him. I hope he can do more than goon it up... Kid won't fit in the penalty box. HOLY SMOKES HES HUGE Would definitely not be opposed to drafting greenway. his final north American rank is 47th too (according to nhl.com). Seems like he has steal potential in the late second or early third. Can't help but wonder what moved him back though..? his mid season ranking was 22nd in NA. It's his attitude. He's got an arrogant side. But that's pretty understandable when you realize he's been look down on everyone else his whole life. We must look like ants to him. 2 kipwinger and amato reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MasterPavel 115 Report post Posted May 19, 2015 I hope he can do more than goon it up... Kid won't fit in the penalty box. HOLY SMOKES HES HUGE It's his attitude. He's got an arrogant side. But that's pretty understandable when you realize he's been look down on everyone else his whole life. We must look like ants to him. Seems like you have a size complex, and an affinity for huge men. You also don't like him because he is arrogant, pot meet kettle. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
number9 3,297 Report post Posted May 19, 2015 Seems like you have a size complex, and an affinity for huge men. You also don't like him because he is arrogant, pot meet kettle. No I said his arrogance is quite understandable considering his height. Of course I have an affinity for big boys. Bigger is better right? That's why we're talking about Greenway. Are you saying you don't want us to draft big boys? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LeftWinger 4,961 Report post Posted May 20, 2015 what I don't understand is why we're discussing draft picks in the free agent thread.... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
amato 3,210 Report post Posted May 20, 2015 what I don't understand is why we're discussing draft picks in the free agent thread.... didn't even realize that.... because the free agent class is so weak..? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kipwinger 8,524 Report post Posted May 20, 2015 didn't even realize that.... because the free agent class is so weak..? That's because it's not big enough. 2 amato and number9 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
