Mr Peabody

It’s not about cap space; it’s about “culture”. Doubtful KA wants to tell Mitts he’s offering half of what he gave Cozens. I don’t care how much they get along, that would sting.

I think he was painted into a corner with the Cozens contract since Mitts outplayed him last year.

Any trade to make us better would likely need to include one of our current top 6 and I’m guessing KA is reluctant. Byram also might attract someone in a package. Prospects alone likely won’t get it done unless it’s a team in a tear down.

Thought for sure they’d use the Skinner money on a center. Surely he can’t think we’re set there?

Better 4th line but our issue last year was our center spine. Which without Mitts is now worse.

And a favorite of many fans

No more extensions until next summer Kevyn!

I’ve got 3 grandkids down there - all 12 and under. No hawk tuahs from them!

Wait until they sign Skinner on a team friendly deal……

He also turned down $5M so no thanks

Bertuzzi to Chicago. 4 years at $5.5M

I read on here he has a GF in Nashville. If so, no state tax, a great city for someone his age.

Serious question. Do you see an O’Reilly type player in him? I really like what little I’ve seen and read and believe he’s got a skill set we need albeit down the road a ways. (Thinking not as far as his age might suggest).

I’ll miss you. You balance out my unreasonable optimism.

Possibly but I seem to remember saying he tried and offered more than they got from Ottawa. Now it could be that it was close and Arizona honored Chycrun’s wish. KA would do the same if it was close.

Seems odd but so did Arizona taking less for Chychrun

I always wondered if there was friction between Eichel and KA before KA got the job.

Why in the world would they do this????? Nobody at 110 we like but we’re zeroed in on a 7th rounder?

Agree so I deleted the post.

I’m becoming convinced there’s not much of a market for picks and non NHL ready prospects. Vegas and Florida won cups without using draft picks.

I like many are okay with a buyout / trade if we get something in return - top 6 caliber. I think the resistance from many is a fear we won’t.

I think it’s as simple as OJT by KA. He made a statement a couple years back that the toughness and grit had to come from the players themselves. I think he’s learned it takes time for kids to grow into men and it wasn’t realistic for the kids to play that physical game.

If there’s a reasonable trade (team and location) Jeff nixes you can’t possibly buy him out unless you absolutely need the cap for a top two line stud coming in.

This is a sure sign Celebrini will drop to 11.

Did he really not publicly deny, or “no comment” a buyout scenario? Skinner has value and to even indicate a possible buyout would weaken your position in a trade negotiation. Or am I missing something? The world knows he has a NMC but if he’s not wanted I’m sure he’s opened up at least 2 or 3 destinations he’d go to. I’d play semi-hard ball (with negotiable retention) and hold him for another year if nothing came of it.