Hoss Posted November 6, 2013 Report Share Posted November 6, 2013 So if we trade Girgensons and Ristolainen to someone they will take Stafford as well because he is the spoiled milk that comes with your Filet Mignon and Lobster dinner. Stafford without a ton of added crap is untradeable. I think we could get a draft pick for Stafford straight up. Maybe we'd have to eat some cap, maybe we wouldn't. But somebody out there would be willing to at least toss a 5th rounder at us for him. He's a former 30 goal scorer who has some legitimate talent that seems to be hidden beneath layers and layers of laziness. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
26CornerBlitz Posted November 6, 2013 Report Share Posted November 6, 2013 Will the real Drew Stafford please stand up? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
darksabre Posted November 6, 2013 Report Share Posted November 6, 2013 And then walk his ass promptly out the door. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wyldnwoody44 Posted November 7, 2013 Report Share Posted November 7, 2013 And then walk his ass promptly out the door. Bazinga Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LGR4GM Posted November 7, 2013 Report Share Posted November 7, 2013 (edited) I don't remember where I originally posted this but here is an update: - Drew Stafford is now on pace for 9.724goals this season on 202.588shots if he maintains his current 0.048sh% - If he managed to get his career average sh% of .111 he would have 22.487goals this season. Edited November 7, 2013 by LGR4GM Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nhl2012 Posted November 7, 2013 Report Share Posted November 7, 2013 It will be interesting to see what Stafford brings at the deadline. I assume only a 2nd rounder. Or maybe a prospect and a 3rd. In college, he was a role player with good leadership and speed and size along the wall to get after pucks in the corners. For some reason, in the NHL, he never added much more to that basic platform. Even he admitted two years ago that he needed to learn some new tricks. NHL players are all pretty much the same. They all have size, skating, shooting, stick handling, etc. The difference in the standouts and the average ones is the aggressive style, emotion, passion, pride, grit and compete level that each develops as they grow into their bodies between the ages of 18 to 23. Even the smaller non-contact players who excel have this same determination and grit (see Doug Gilmour, M. St. Louis, Zetterberg, Sedins, Briere, etc.). These players, and those in their ilk all have a fire in their belly and it was honed and shaped during the early stages of their careers. Stafford developed bad habits and probably never had the killer instinct anyway. He is a nice player (above average) who should be allowed to float around on the 3rd or 4th lines on a contender. Having him the PP and first line is absurd. Ala Danny Paille, he will resurface to be an asset to a team that can hide him on the 3rd line and spring him come playoff time when he gets passionate about things b/c. I could see him being traded to the Kings or Anaheim. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Formerly Allan in MD Posted November 7, 2013 Report Share Posted November 7, 2013 Stafford has always given the impression that he plays when he feels like it, which is not necessarily often. The fact that he now says he has to step it up indicates his awareness that he's not often maxed out. Indicative is his performance in shootouts. I've never seen a player as nonchalant as he is in a shootout. I also don't recall seeing him do anything other than shoot right into the goalie's pads. It drives me nuts when he's picked for shootouts. I'm not sure I've ever seen Stafford throw a check or look that interested in being a force. Perhaps it's just his nature. What's puzzling is that when he was drafted the reports were that he was a tough, two way player. Strange! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FolignosJock Posted November 7, 2013 Report Share Posted November 7, 2013 It will be interesting to see what Stafford brings at the deadline. I assume only a 2nd rounder. Or maybe a prospect and a 3rd. In college, he was a role player with good leadership and speed and size along the wall to get after pucks in the corners. For some reason, in the NHL, he never added much more to that basic platform. Even he admitted two years ago that he needed to learn some new tricks. NHL players are all pretty much the same. They all have size, skating, shooting, stick handling, etc. The difference in the standouts and the average ones is the aggressive style, emotion, passion, pride, grit and compete level that each develops as they grow into their bodies between the ages of 18 to 23. Even the smaller non-contact players who excel have this same determination and grit (see Doug Gilmour, M. St. Louis, Zetterberg, Sedins, Briere, etc.). These players, and those in their ilk all have a fire in their belly and it was honed and shaped during the early stages of their careers. Stafford developed bad habits and probably never had the killer instinct anyway. He is a nice player (above average) who should be allowed to float around on the 3rd or 4th lines on a contender. Having him the PP and first line is absurd. Ala Danny Paille, he will resurface to be an asset to a team that can hide him on the 3rd line and spring him come playoff time when he gets passionate about things b/c. I could see him being traded to the Kings or Anaheim. Absolutely no chance of Stafford going at the deadline for a 2nd. People dont add projects or give guys a change of scenery when gearing up for the playoffs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MattPie Posted November 7, 2013 Report Share Posted November 7, 2013 I'm not sure I've ever seen Stafford throw a check or look that interested in being a force. Perhaps it's just his nature. What's puzzling is that when he was drafted the reports were that he was a tough, two way player. Strange! You're not watching too closely, Stafford does check from time to time. Not often or effectively enough, but it does happen. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LaLaLaFontaine Posted November 7, 2013 Report Share Posted November 7, 2013 Darc won't trade him. He has the hope that Staford find his game again and can be traded for a good price Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robviously Posted November 7, 2013 Report Share Posted November 7, 2013 Darc won't trade him. He has the hope that Staford find his game again and can be traded for a good price What year is this post from? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sabres Fan in NS Posted November 7, 2013 Report Share Posted November 7, 2013 What year is this post from? It's actually from the future. I believe Stafford's contract from h_ _l is up at the end of next season. Contract year = good year from Stafford. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jsixspd Posted November 13, 2013 Report Share Posted November 13, 2013 Stafford has now officially outlasted Darcy Regier himself. LOL I believe Stafford's job is secure for now.... I bet there won't be any player changes until there's a new GM, and an official non-interim coach. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
darksabre Posted November 13, 2013 Report Share Posted November 13, 2013 Could you imagine if Nolan wakes Stafford up? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jsixspd Posted November 13, 2013 Report Share Posted November 13, 2013 Could you imagine if Nolan wakes Stafford up? Hey, that would be awesome. The only reason I'm down on Drew is because of crappy, lazy play. If he turns around, he can stay as long as he likes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eleven Posted November 13, 2013 Author Report Share Posted November 13, 2013 Could you imagine if Nolan wakes Stafford up? I cannot. It is beyond my capacity for imagination. I can, however, imagine a lot of splinters in Drew's ass. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LGR4GM Posted November 13, 2013 Report Share Posted November 13, 2013 I cannot. It is beyond my capacity for imagination. I can, however, imagine a lot of splinters in Drew's ass. I would guess if Drew continues his craptastic play he will be shipped off for a block of moldy cheese and some expired blue light. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dEnnis the Menace Posted November 13, 2013 Report Share Posted November 13, 2013 I cannot. It is beyond my capacity for imagination. I can, however, imagine a lot of splinters in Drew's ass. This was my almost exact train of thought Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hawerchuk Posted November 13, 2013 Report Share Posted November 13, 2013 Stafford needs to go and next in line is Leino. Holy hell he's been horrible. $2.7 mil per goal. Fuggetaboutit!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LGR4GM Posted November 13, 2013 Report Share Posted November 13, 2013 I expect Stafford to be gone within 1 week of a new GM being hired if there is any trade partner in existence. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Johnny DangerFace Posted November 13, 2013 Report Share Posted November 13, 2013 I expect Stafford to be gone within 1 week of a new GM being hired if there is any trade partner in existence. you are going to be disappointed. One does not simply get rid of a "Drew Stafford." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dudacek Posted November 13, 2013 Report Share Posted November 13, 2013 Throw him into the fiery depths from whence he came! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LGR4GM Posted November 13, 2013 Report Share Posted November 13, 2013 you are going to be disappointed. One does not simply get rid of a "Drew Stafford." His job is gaurded by more than just regier and ruff? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ross Rhea Posted November 13, 2013 Report Share Posted November 13, 2013 Nolan should take him out behind the wood shed and put a whoopin on him. Ted was a tough guy back in the day, I bet he could still whoop Staffs arse. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaGimp Posted November 14, 2013 Report Share Posted November 14, 2013 Isn't the story on stafford that he is buddy buddy with Pegula? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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