JotCast | PHR Live Chat: 9/17/25

PHR Live Chat: 9/17/25

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Unclemike 1526

2:41

What is the deal with Broissoit? Should they just cut his leg off and collect the insurance money at his point? Thanks as always

Josh Erickson

2:42

Well, that's awfully graphic! I don't know anything more than what's been said, aside from I can't see him playing again if he's not even on the ice 10 months after his second meniscus surgery.

Ron Duguay

2:42

In the unlikely scenario in which Sid is dealt (let's say to Montreal or Colorado), what is the return?

Josh Erickson

2:45

Thank you for asking this question in the most levelheaded way it could be asked! I concur that it's Avs or Habs if he does get moved. People will be underwhelmed by the return when it happens. The best comparable I can think of recently is Brad Marchand. It'll be more than a conditional 1st – he's simply too good of a player – but not the blockbuster haul he would have generated 2-3 years ago.

Wild in Minny

2:45

Would Guerin accept Lafreniere, Othmann, and both 2026 firsts (one from Carolina) for KK?

Josh Erickson

2:46

Again, I don't think there's any incentive for them to trade Kaprizov yet, and that certainly won't do it. I don't think there's a player the Rangers can realistically offer them that would make them consider it.

Coach Bombay

2:46

What is a fair offer to bring Kaprizov to Anaheim?

Josh Erickson

2:48

I don't think there is one. I also don't think it makes sense for anyone to give up the assets required for Kaprizov when you can have him for free in nine months. I would much rather have the presumed cap impact for paying him in UFA compared to an extension than preemptively gutting my depth just to get him in the door.

mousewithahelmet

2:48

For the Penguins, who (if any) is most likely to be moved before this season starts: Rust, Rakell, or Karlsson?

Josh Erickson

2:49

My answer would have been none of them, but then they signed Fabbri to that PTO. Veteran minimums for preseason games isn't a huge concern for them and they already have a bajillion depth forwards. Maybe I'm reading too much into it (I am), but why sign that PTO if you're not still planning on getting rid of a forward rather quickly?

Quest

2:49

how do you think the % of starts in the net breaks down for the Jackets?

Elvis

2:49

How many games do I start for the Jackets?

Josh Erickson

2:50

I would guess an even 41/41, honestly. Not sure how you can justify not giving Greaves every chance possible.

Nashville Hot Chicken Seat

2:52

If the Preds have another disappointing season, will Barry Trotz be shown the door? Maybe he leaves on his own accord?

Josh Erickson

2:53

It'll be Andrew Brunette before Trotz. I think Barry's job is safe for at least another one or two years. That's how long it'll take to make a proper judgment on whether he can properly execute a retool. Everyone makes mistakes, especially first-time executives. How does he move forward from them?

May Day

2:54

What's is the next big move for the Sabres' roster?

Josh Erickson

2:55

Goaltending. Whether that's internal, external, whatever. They have to get it. They're a deep team now, both among forwards and defensemen. Luckily, they've given themselves four NHL-capable options between the pipes. One of them needs to get it done.

M34

2:57

I colorado in the market for any more upgrades? Roslovic would make a ton of sense if they could afford him, but their depth is pretty atrocious right now

Josh Erickson

2:58

Ha, not if you ask Jared Bednar. You have to remember they signed Victor Olofsson and brought back Joel Kiviranta in the past few weeks. Those are two bottom-six spots filled. I don't think they need to do much else, aside from monitoring the Sam Malinski on the left side experiment.

Landyn

2:59

Heinen to Blues. He knows Monty and would be a good fit imo what do u think

Josh Erickson

2:59

I don't love it; the Blues already have a bottom-six veteran forward surplus.

Stevie Y

2:59

Why do people keep thinking I will trade for 35/36 year old Karlson, when what I need is top 3 LD, not a slow PP defender.

Josh Erickson

2:59

You have to understand your recent track record doesn't inspire all that much confidence, Steven!