JotCast | PHR Live Chat: 7/16/24

PHR Live Chat: 7/16/24

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Josh Erickson

2:33

I fully understand the concerns about not adding an impact scorer, but there will be some positive regression from Thompson and Cozens that should ease some of those concerns. And I do really like the adds they've made for the roles they're asking them to play, namely Malenstyn, McLeod and Aubé-Kubel. They're a better team than last season clearly in my eyes, even if it's not the identity we thought they'd have.

Mike

2:33

Can you explain to me what Buffalo is doing? 13 years with no playoffs? Something like that. I don’t see any step forward considering they have to outduel Detroit jersey Pitt maybe even Ottawa finally having a goalie. Even Washington got better on paper. That Savoie deal was puzzling

Josh Erickson

2:34

Feels like Detroit and Pittsburgh have both gotten worse, so they wouldn't be worries for me right now.

Mike

2:37

Do you see the blackhawks making any more significant moves? I know they been mentioned as a possibility to still take on contracts other teams want to dump.

Josh Erickson

2:37

I think they're done. Doing so would block too many prospects.

Pawtucket

2:37

Do either of the final 4 playoff teams have a playoff hangover and start this next season slow? (*cough Edmonton again)

Josh Erickson

2:38

The Oilers inexplicably playing like crap for the first six weeks of the season seems to be turning into a yearly tradition, so yeah, I'll bite on that one

Stars might have some chemistry issues after their turnover, especially on defense. Really interested to see how they handle the downgrade from Tanev/Hakanpaa/Suter to Lyubushkin/Dumba/Smith

DW30

2:39

Are you hearing any rumors about a possible deal between the Senators and the Islanders involving Pageau or do you think a deal with Winnipeg for Ehlers would be a better fit ?

Josh Erickson

2:40

Haven't heard anything, and I don't see how that's realistic. Ottawa isn't in an advantageous cap situation either and can't take on Pageau's full cap hit without sending significant money back the Isles' way.

Don't see a need in Ottawa either with Stützle, Pinto and Greig as a 1-2-3 punch down the middle.

2:41

And if you're suggesting Pageau to Winnipeg in a deal that would send Ehlers to the Isles, they'd need to add a lot. Like, a lot. I'd guess a first-round pick just to offload Pageau plus whatever you'd need to concede in return for Ehlers, and I don't think NYI have the assets to swing that.

Mike

2:42

Any surprise that Seider and Raymond are not signed yet?

Josh Erickson

2:43

Eh, it's not shocking. But I thought there would have been more urgency ahead of trying to spend as much as possible elsewhere this summer. Maybe that's why Detroit's been more conservative than expected... likely they don't have a clear number on what those two will cost yet.

Ray

2:43

What are the Jets waiting for with Mc Groarty if they had many teams interested ? A #1 pick in the middle first round 2 week ago was offered but was deemed insufficient ?

Josh Erickson

2:44

There's certainly interest, but McGroarty wants to play now. I believe the teams with the most interest are aligned with Winnipeg's viewpoint that another year in college or starting next season in the AHL is what's best for his development, which is the entire reason why he seems to want out in the first place.

2:44

Do you think the Blackhawks will extend Hall (if not injured again) or trade him at the deadline if able to play ?

Josh Erickson

2:45

Depends on the season he has, but I'd lean trade. He's 33 in November, not sure that he fits with their long-term plan.

bad contracts

2:45

If Stan Bowman somehow gets the Edmonton GM job, would he possibly reacquire Seth Jones in a deal involving Darnell Nurse (as Jones may waive his NMC) ?

Josh Erickson

2:47

One-for-one, that's an upgrade for Edmonton, but I'm not sure what the motivation is for Chicago to do that. Edmonton would have to add a good bit to Nurse to get that deal across the finish line, I'd think.

Jones is quickly becoming one of the more overhated players in the league, IMO. Yeah, it's a steep contract, but he's a first-pairing guy on a contender.

2:47

Length/Amount Marcinko

Josh Erickson

2:47

Give me two years, $3.5MM per for Kirill the Thrill (Columbus' Version).

Black Ace57

2:47

Do you think Marner is still in Toronto past next season since it doesn’t seem he will be traded this offseason?

Josh Erickson

2:49

I have to think they'll seriously consider an extension, but there's a point where they're gonna walk away from the table. I'd guess that point is lower under the Treliving regime than it would have been under Dubas, but I don't have a good sense of what it is.

CTK2

2:49

Any news and insight on the Kuzentsov situation and how it might affect the Hurricanes retaining Necas? I read that Evgeny's agent is quoted as denying that he'll go to the KHL for '24-25 but if he does, wouldn't that open up #2 center slot for Necas, who wants to play center?

Josh Erickson

2:51

I didn't take his agent's quote as straight-up denying he was going to the KHL. But the initial report (which we didn't publish when it came out for a reason) indicated it was close to a done deal, which obviously isn't the case. But I wouldn't rule out a contract termination this summer entirely, and it does seem like he'll be heading to SKA at some point – whether it's now or next summer.

2:52

You'd have to ask Brind'Amour. He's been pretty averse to playing Nečas at C, but I think he might have no other choice. It's what I'd do.

Mike

2:52

why do I get the feeling marner will stay, play it out and actually post a good to great playoff performance then walk. Seems to me that this what will happen to Toronto. Comments?

Josh Erickson

2:52

I mean, yeah, that'd be the Toronto-est thing to happen.

Kyle Dubas

2:53

Could I pry away Nicholas Robertson from my old organization and if so what’s the return for the Maple Leafs? If no, what other moves, if any, do I have left this offseason?

Josh Erickson

2:53

They drafted him with a second-round pick. Gotta think he's bumped his value from that somewhat, but likely not worth a first-rounder straight up.

Second-rounder and a mid prospect, likely.

iron curtain

2:53

How did the Flyers get Michkov out of his KHL deal with 2 yrs left ? Don't you think Montreal or Arizona(now Utah) would have taken him in 2023 5th or 6th respectively if they thought he'd be free after 1 year ?(esp sicne Az took a Russin Simashev anyway) ?

Josh Erickson

2:55

It's all done on a case-by-case basis with KHLers since the league doesn't have a transfer agreement with the NHL. Both Michkov and SKA had to have the willingness to get this done for Philly, and the trio obviously has a good relationship. If Michkov didn't want to leave early for the Yotes (which is what he likely told them, reading between the lines), that explains how the events unfolded.

Medic Mike

2:55

What do you think Connor Bedards contract looks like once he is eligible?

Josh Erickson

2:55

Oooh, a fun one.

2:56

Rookie year wasn't quite McDavid-level. CMD landed $12.5MM out of the gate with a lower cap, so I'd guess somewhere in the $11MM-$12MM range for Bedsy as a very premature prediction.

Adam

2:57

It appears Everson and Woodcroft are the finalists for the CBJ job. Any thoughts on which is better given the youth on the team.

Josh Erickson

2:57

Woodcroft for sure. Evason's handling of Rossi in Minnesota should tell you all you need to know.

Carson

2:57

Regarding Mclellan and the kings/jackets - what sort of leverage does LA have and do you feel a renegotiated offer is forthcoming?

Josh Erickson

2:58

I think they'll only swing back if their interviews with Evason and Woodcroft flame out. But if they like them, I really don't see the point for Columbus to put so many resources into getting McLellan.

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