JotCast | PHR Live Chat: 6/12/24

PHR Live Chat: 6/12/24

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Tim

2:27

Do you see the Wings making a move to acquire a goalie and a top pairing defenseman to go with Sieder this offseason? Can’t keep collecting prospects and leaving them in the minors for 4-5 years the need to start adding to the NHL club don’t they?

Josh Erickson

2:28

This summer just isn't the time to pick up a goalie, and I don't think it's worth the assets for them to make a swing on the trade market when Cossa is coming at some point. It's an area of need, for sure, but I think you're better off hoping for the best out of Husso and Lyon for one more year before re-evaluating in 2025.

Walman's good in that role. Their biggest issue this season was improper deployment of that pairing by Lalonde, which really tanked their ability to control possession.

2:29

It's not entirely the coach's fault there, though. Not like he had many other options. I'd keep Gostisbehere if you can, offload or buy out Holl, and go shopping for a 2RD to bump Petry down the depth chart.

NY Rangers

2:29

In your opinion does Filip Chytil fit better as a top line RW or 3rd line center?

Josh Erickson

2:29

Third-line center with heavy special teams usage. He can be such an x-factor there.

King Duck

2:30

If available for the Ducks at 3. Would you rather have Demidov or Leshunov based on team fit and potential? Is there another wild card you see them taking? Do you think the Ducks make a trade this offseason?

Josh Erickson

2:31

My pick would be between whichever one of those two Chicago doesn't take, but I don't get the sense that's what Anaheim wants. I get the sense from the reports out there that Anton Silayev is a realistic option for the Ducks. I don't think that's a great use of the pick, personally.

2:32

I do have a feeling someone is gonna step up for Zegras. Not sure about Gibson. I feel like we've just been taken for a ride one too many times with him, and I'm not gonna bite again until I see him actually moved haha

Who's Fabio?

2:32

Because everyone loves wild baseless trade ideas....Marner for Dougie Hamilton? Probably need an extension for Marner but who says no?

Josh Erickson

2:33

I... sure?

Sure.

Why not. I'm just not sure that makes a whole lot of sense for either team. That's putting an awful lot of pressure on Hughes and Nemec at really young ages.

Scott

2:34

What big trades, if any, do you think could be coming?

Josh Erickson

2:34

I do think Ehlers and Nečas will be moved by or on draft day. And if Markström to NJ is getting done, probably that too.

2:35

Ullmark too, maybe, only if Boston really wants a 2024 first-rounder. Otherwise there's no rush.

draft focus

2:35

Are you free to divulge the prospects you have ranked 15-20 on your personal draft board ? what is the floor for Eiserman ? thanks

Josh Erickson

2:36

I would be free! But I haven't been able to pay quite as much attention to this year's class as I have in the past and haven't/won't have the time to get a full list going. Our Gabriel Foley has a heavy scouting background, though, and you'll be getting some good draft coverage from him in the next two weeks.

2:37

On Eiserman specifically, I don't think his floor is a complete bust territory. I've seen him compared to Kieffer Bellows and Oliver Wahlstrom, and I do think that's a bit harsh.

A poor man's Daniel Sprong, I'd say.

As his floor. Obviously the ceiling is gobsmackingly high.

John S

2:38

Josh - Assuming Eric Tulski is officially named GM by the Canes, what do you reasonably expect him to accomplish (Trade/RFA/FA & Slavin extension-wise) between now and 7/1? If you were GM, what would your immediate priorities be?

Josh Erickson

2:39

Slavin extension can't be signed until July 1 at the earliest, but it does sound like it'll be done then or soon after.

My immediate priority would be re-signing the trade deadline pickup that fit in seamlessly, but it doesn't seem they're interested in paying Guentzel what he's worth.

And if they're intent on dealing Nečas, a Jarvis extension needs to get done before July 1 so they can have the cost certainty that comes with it heading into UFA shopping.

guessing game

2:39

After Celebrini there is no true consensus of who is best player available on the various lists I have seen. Wouldn't a team like Chicago be better off moving down just a few slots (to 5, 7 or even 9 )and getting at least another 1st round pick at the end of the round ? Even if Demidov or Levshunov are 2nd best, how much better are they than all the rest ?

Josh Erickson

2:40

I do still think Demidov is a tier above everybody else. But yeah, the gap between Levshunov and the likely 4-10 range isn't that big.

2:41

Teams have their guys, though, and there's a biiiiiig risk of losing your guy in this draft if you trade down. Levshunov seems to be the guy for Chicago, and he'll be gone. I don't see it unless they're offered something they really, really, REALLY can't refuse.

J. Howard

2:41

Hearing some talk that Pavelski had a HOF worthy career. If Pavelski merits entry, then certainly Brind'Amour finally does, wouldn't you agree? Similar points per game, goals, but Pavelski has no Cups and no individual awards, while Rod has 1 cup and 2 Selkes. Thoughts?

Josh Erickson

2:41

Agree on all fronts

ray

2:41

Who are your top 3 d men in order for the 2024 draft ? Which, if any, can develop into a #1 d man ?

Josh Erickson

2:42

Man, it's just so incredibly difficult. It's Buium, Levshunov and Parekh for me, but how I'd rank them changes by the day. All have that potential, IMO.

Tim Kerr

2:42

The metrics don't support that Konecny will produce at this level over the course of a long term contract. Please tell me that Briere & Co see this and aren't actually considering extending him. If they want to stick to their rebuild plan, wouldn't the logical move be to trade him while his value is high?

Josh Erickson

2:44

I'd love to hear what those metrics are. He's been a historically positive possession player, shot within one point of his career average this season, and logs first-line heavy minutes with ease. There's little reason to believe he won't a ~30-goal guy for the first half of a long-term deal.

2:46

Rarely does the last few years of a long-term deal look good for a non-true-franchise talent. It's just the way of the world. It's not a huge concern for me. I think they're far enough along in their rebuild that trading guys like that away actually does a disservice to the prospects that are about to graduate. They need good players to play with, too.

Doug D

2:46

If the Kings buy out Dubois do you see the Habs jumping in and offering a 1-year deal like the Stars did with Matt Duchene? That worked out pretty well for both sides.

Josh Erickson

2:47

I could definitely see that, yeah. I just don't get the sense they'll actually buy him out (but they really should, take the 1/3 cost while you can).

tom

2:47

Will the Rangers sign any free agents since they are up against the cap?

Josh Erickson

2:48

I mean, no huge UFA splashes, no. They'll land a couple guys. They've got about $11.6MM in space with 5 open roster spots, so the deals you sign need to average a cap hit of about $2.3MM. It's a crunch, yeah, but not a crippling one.

And you could sign more if you wanted to only carry one or two scratches throughout the year instead of three.

DevilShark

2:49

Which UFA(s) goes to SJS, lured by a chance to play with Celebrini?

Josh Erickson

2:49

They'll be prioritizing defense, and rightfully so. Sean Walker has been gaining steam there, and it seems like a fit. Up front, I'm not sure what they get. Haven't really heard anybody firmly linked.

Mike

2:49

What kinda return would rangers get for kakko and first rd pick

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