Thorny Posted July 31, 2017 Report Share Posted July 31, 2017 (edited) I get that an Accrued NHL season is defined as 40 NHL games. But then why did his 13/14 season count, when he only played 24 games? Unless that season didn't count either, and he's only got 3 accrued seasons to his name at this time? Edited July 31, 2017 by Thorny Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Taro T Posted July 31, 2017 Report Share Posted July 31, 2017 But why didn't his '12/'13 season with Hamilton count? 67 games played. His ELC didn't slide that year... 2 different accounting systems. He was a pro that year, but not an NHLer. One counts towards pensions, the other towards FA status. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Randall Flagg Posted July 31, 2017 Report Share Posted July 31, 2017 I predict that most of this board will hate this guy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Taro T Posted July 31, 2017 Report Share Posted July 31, 2017 I get that an Accrued NHL season is defined as 40 NHL games. But then why did his 13/14 season count, when he only played 24 games? Unless that season didn't count either, and he's only got 3 accrued seasons to his name at this time? Not positive about '13-'14 'cause not sure how many games he was on the roster but didn't dress. He might only have 3 years at present. Either way, he's still an RFA when this one is done. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TrueBlueGED Posted July 31, 2017 Report Share Posted July 31, 2017 (edited) I predict that most of this board will hate this guy. Seconded. I'll take it one further and predict he's the next great stats vs. eye test battle on Sabrespace. Edited July 31, 2017 by TrueBlueGED Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thorny Posted July 31, 2017 Report Share Posted July 31, 2017 2 different accounting systems. He was a pro that year, but not an NHLer. One counts towards pensions, the other towards FA status. Not positive about '13-'14 'cause not sure how many games he was on the roster but didn't dress. He might only have 3 years at present. Either way, he's still an RFA when this one is done. Ah yes, thanks, I always forget that. I think he must only have 3 accrued seasons., as for it to count as an NHL game, you have to dress. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spndnchz Posted July 31, 2017 Report Share Posted July 31, 2017 This is huge. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thorny Posted July 31, 2017 Report Share Posted July 31, 2017 Seconded. I'll take it one further and predict he's the next great stats vs. eye test battle on Sabrespace. Good stats, bad eye test? I think a lot will like him, if only because he's an inarguably large upgrade over Gorges or Falk. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LGR4GM Posted July 31, 2017 Report Share Posted July 31, 2017 This is huge.The Texas Reuben at thin man? Ik right! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
inkman Posted July 31, 2017 Report Share Posted July 31, 2017 This is huge. I get that a lot Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spndnchz Posted August 1, 2017 Report Share Posted August 1, 2017 How much have we overpaid for a d man that last few years that were crap? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ct fab Posted August 1, 2017 Report Share Posted August 1, 2017 Slightly pricy imo. I expected 2 x 3, got 2.4 x 2. Not great, but not bad. Was never going to be a 3 year deal cuz then he would have been a UFA after the deal expired. This way, you see how he progresses, if at all, and maybe sign him long-term. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LGR4GM Posted August 1, 2017 Report Share Posted August 1, 2017 How much have we overpaid for a d man that last few years that were crap?It would hurt to answer... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CallawaySabres Posted August 1, 2017 Report Share Posted August 1, 2017 That's $14mil in AAV. Would you rather have those 3 on your team or a couple Drew Doughty's? There is always going to be a bad contract or two on any team I have a feeling BOGO is going to surprise us this year. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thorny Posted August 1, 2017 Report Share Posted August 1, 2017 Ya, so I think Beaulieu only has 3 accrued seasons thus far, and will only have 5 at the end of this contract. However, that hardly matters, as he'll be 26 at the end of the deal and one of those players that reaches UFA status due to age (27) before years accrued (7). So the deal at 2 years is exactly what it had to be, leaving him at RFA status for one more season when this deal expires. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dudacek Posted August 1, 2017 Report Share Posted August 1, 2017 (edited) Seconded. I'll take it one further and predict he's the next great stats vs. eye test battle on Sabrespace.Curious about this because I know nothing about his fancy stats. I expect to be annoyed by the number of times he coughs the puck up and makes poor reads. I hope it's balanced by bigger numbers than he created in Montreal and a surprising gritty streak. Immaterial of anything, the guy does strike me as a DB. Edited August 1, 2017 by dudacek Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pi2000 Posted August 1, 2017 Report Share Posted August 1, 2017 Immaterial of anything, the guy does strike me as a DB. He should get along great with Kane and Bogo. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thorny Posted August 1, 2017 Report Share Posted August 1, 2017 Curious about his because I know nothing about his fancy stats. I expect to be annoyed by the number of times he coughs the puck up and makes poor reads. I hope it's balanced by bigger numbers than he created in Montreal and a surprising gritty streak. Immaterial of anything, the guy does strike me as a DB. He may get more, but even if what we saw last year is what we get, 28 points is pretty decent, considering that other than Ristolainen, it's a total 8 higher than the next closest Sabres Defenceman last season. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Huckleberry Posted August 1, 2017 Report Share Posted August 1, 2017 solid deal, still RFA, if he proves to us he belongs here longer he'll get a nice deal after. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nucci Posted August 1, 2017 Report Share Posted August 1, 2017 seems like a lot 2 years isn't a lot Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bob_sauve28 Posted August 1, 2017 Report Share Posted August 1, 2017 He may get more, but even if what we saw last year is what we get, 28 points is pretty decent, considering that other than Ristolainen, it's a total 8 higher than the next closest Sabres Defenceman last season. And that's sad! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marions Piazza Posted August 1, 2017 Report Share Posted August 1, 2017 From what I have read, he is more of a stay at home defensive defenseman, so the fact that he had 28 points last year is fine with me. Term and salary are fine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sabills Posted August 1, 2017 Report Share Posted August 1, 2017 He should get along great with Kane and Bogo. And Marco Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mustache of God Posted August 1, 2017 Report Share Posted August 1, 2017 I think this is a great signing. 2.4 million isn't that much for a defenseman. His 28 points last year puts him as the #2 defensive scorer on the team and 9th skater overall. The 2 year term is fine, especially as he's still an RFA. This is a great deal for someone we acquired for a 3rd round pick. The board also seems to buy into HCPH being a "D-whisperer" so I think his game will improve as well. What's not to like about this? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GoPuckYourself Posted August 1, 2017 Report Share Posted August 1, 2017 Fair show me deal, I thought we got Beaulieu for a bargain 3rd rounder, now at a bargain for 2.4M per season. He's gone up in points each of his 1st 3 seasons starting, I think he could be a solid contributor on defense, solid job by Botteril not going with more term just in case he doesn't pan out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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