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The New York Rangers are expected to ask Rick Nash for his 12-team list this week and the Rangers are certain the list will include a couple teams in the Metropolitan Division, based on their preliminary discussions with the Nash camp so far.
Early indications are the Rangers are willing to trade Nash inside the division.
Nash and his representatives already have a tentative list in place and the Penguins are expected to be one of the 12 teams on Nash’s list , league sources told TIOPS last week.
That will make the Penguins a team to watch as Nash has long been a favorite of Penguins [hide] GM Jim Rutherford.
Other news to emerge on Nash in the last 24 hours is that New York could be headed to a win-win scenario with Nash and Michael Grabner as both could be traded and then resign with the Rangers this summer, per Elliotte Friedman.
“I think when it comes to Nash, I think that’s coming any day now, where the Rangers go to him officially and say, ‘Rick, we want your list,’ Elliotte Friedman said on Sportsnet’s Headlines segment. “One of the story lines that is developing is there are some teams out there who believe that Rick Nash and Grabner could get traded and then go back to New York next season. They both really like it there,” added Friedman.[/hide]
In what has been an expected development, Larry Brooks of the New York Post reports the Rangers are likely to pick up 50% of Nash’s remaining cap hit, something that has to be a must if the Rangers want to get full value for Nash.
From Larry Brooks of NY Post: [“The Blueshirts are also likely to pick up 50 percent of the remainder of premier rental property Rick Nash’s full-season $7.8 million cap hit, with Nashville, Columbus, Dallas, St. Louis, San Jose and perhaps Pittsburgh as relevant parties of the other part”]
Some chatter around the league is we could see blockbuster between the Rangers and Lightning that see’s Ryan McDonagh and Nash end up in Tampa Bay. To read this insider news, subscribe to get “Inside Access”!
— The prices remain significantly high on two of the top players that have been on the market for a while now, namely Evander Kane and Max Pacioretty.
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“Some teams are telling me as many as four pieces: a first-rounder, a second-rounder, a warm roster body, and a top prospect. That is a non-starter for a lot of teams,” Sportsnet’s Nick Kyperos reported Saturday night.
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The Penguins, sources say, have been To read this insider news, subscribe to get “Inside Access”!
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[/hide]– A lot of eyes on Columbus, a club that is trending down and looks to have lost their identity a bit. John Tortorella did a phenomenal job last season in getting the Blue Jackets to overachieve and Tortorella, the reigning NHL coach of the year, had earned great praise from the hockey world of how he adapted and let the Blue Jackets play a much more freely brand of offensive hockey than he is normally accustomed to. It led to great success last season.
Now Tortorella has put the shackles back on the Blue Jackets skilled players and some around the league are wondering what happens next in Columbus.
The Blue Jackets need a boost to their lineup in a big way before it’s too late. Although they badly need a top-6 center, Columbus has been linked to the likes of Rick Nash and Mike Hoffman.
— Industry chatter is scouts, executives around the league like former Penguins top pick Kasperi Kapanen a lot more than the Maple Leafs do and Kapanen is seen as a pretty big trade asset for the Leafs entering the deadline. Lots of interest in him as the Leafs pursue upgrades. Many feel Kapanen should be a regular and playing a bigger role.
— Trade inquiries seem to be picking up on Penguins defenseman Ian Cole who has dressed in four straight games. Two Western Conference teams made specific requests To read this insider news, subscribe to get “Inside Access”!
Jets are talking to the rags about Nash.
Ya, since yesterday, are you on dial up or something? You do know we all read this shit too. No one cares if he goes to WPG.
Michelle obama to Montreal 10k people went to see what democrats are shoving down our throats .
The wife of the 12th greatest president of all time.
Pens need a 3C. JM likes plekanec I think he can be a good fit he is a very smart 2 way player and will be pens best 3C since 2008
Lol, congrats for coming on board the conversation from like 3 weeks ago… I mean outside the part where you suggested it as a good idea when there was 4 years at 6 million tied to the guy.
Now. No choice and if habs can retain half his salary it would be good. And yes I wanted him the minute pens were out by the habs in 2010. I won’t deny it
You said Malkin was a third liner a couple years ago. Does it mean you think he is better than Malkin?
Or are you admitting he was never a 3c? Has to be one of the other. Which is it, chubster?
Malkin dropped to the 4th line?
Hornqvist out “week to week” really blows. Still like the idea of Grabner’s speed/skill/cap hit on this team, depending on the price tag.
Uncivilized Philly people rioting their city
Not really, there was some minor shit but nothing like we seen in Van a few years back! Why are you always so wrong?
I come here for Simply Dusty’s hot takes on out of market teams and players.
You made me blush.
So when looking at the Duclair for Panik deal… you had 4 guys, two were kind of throw ins, the other two were guys struggling in their respective teams. Duclair is also only 22 and like Domi was pretty good 2 seasons back with injury somewhat derailing him last year and sinking this year. This is similar to Domi… while Duclair isn’t “lighting the lamp” in Chicago he does seem to be improving. The Pens have a couple guys that should be able to fit that “Panik” value without needing to move Sprong. It would be interesting nonetheless.
Interesting… So apparently, at least according to Hooks Orpik, Mario and Tie Domi, being the good friends they are, may have had discussions about Max Domi. The Coyotes are ready to give up on him and the feeling is maybe Mario has passed on the idea to Rutherford. While he would come with a lot of ?s he is definitely one of those reclamation project types at only 22. Kids got the pedigree he has simply been dying in Zona! I would move Sheary in a heartbeat to see what the team could do with Domi. It would be Sheary… Read more »
Who is Hooks Orpik? Blogger?
Ya, he is on the Pens blog. Has had some decent insights in the past but I wouldn’t call it very reliable overall. It is an interesting scenario and realistic which is why it’s worth a spitballing
Is Domi still considered a higher rated prospect than Sprong? Seems like that might be a step backwards as far as prospects go. Domi’s stats outside of 2016 are terrible… ut worth a shot imo.
I’d be ok with Sheary and a lower level prospect or a pick. Benefit of moving Sheary is also cap relief.
Poor arizona, goes for a rebuild and 2 of their potential future stars in DuClair and Domi never pan out for them.
LOL, I guess… I mean if we want to ignore the games he missed. Over an 82 game season his production was on pace to set a career high in points. His goal scoring has dropped sure, bring him in to play with Kessel and you have your trigger man anyway. This year he has been bad but his team is about to fire-sale again as they sit near the league basement. The quality of the Coyotes could be as big a part of why he has played so poorly. He is 4th in team scoring for forwards… speaks volumes.… Read more »
Domi is definitely interesting. Just seems a bit too expensive for the risk.
It depends on what Zona truly wants. I mean if they felt he was worth anything I doubt they would have him on the market. So if it could be done for a low cost it would be interesting to add a 22 year old former 1st rounder that was supposed to be a really good NHLer
The same can be said for Strome as well then? 5th overall pick that was supposed to be a really good NHLer
Well Strome has been in the league twice as long and has already had the one change of scenery to see if he could improve his game.
I also look at the scenarios, Strome has had opportunities with and failed with Jonathon Tavares and Connor McDavid whereas Domi has played with… well he is in Arizona lol
sam is a fuckface!
sam wants Nash to fuckhisface
sam wants the Las Vegas Knights to fuckhisface
Sammich also wants the Habs to fuckhisface but he knows Bergevin is so bad at his job that he would likely fuckk that up too
For Simply Dusty:
Adam Schefter: Tom Brady, Bill Belichick Not Expected to Retire After Super Bowl
That’s not quite Bill SAYING he is coming back next year.
Brady and Belichik have both said they will be back next year. It’s all over TV and the internet. Go ahead and post all your worthless posts that won’t happen. Oh Simply Dusty you are a pip!
Show me the quote from tonight where bill says he’ll be back?
Asked Bill Belichick if he plans to return in 2018 with Patriots: He said: “I’m just talking about this game.”
Google it Fcukface
Do you have a problem with me? I’m kindly letting you go on and have fun, but in the past couple days you’re getting pretty out of line with me and if you have a serious problem, perhaps we can work it out.
Did they edit fuckface finally?
How about a quick end to a Patriots dynasty. Gronk in his interview sounds like a guy who’s going to retire. Belichik also rumored to potentially be stepping down. Tom’s 40 and may be stuck there in NE without the 2 biggest reason he’s won. Would he come back without either of those 2? For those of you who may not know, Gronk has had a back condition that caused him to drop in the draft because teams didn’t think he would have a long career. He’s had a lot of injuries and takes a beating every year. He’s now… Read more »
Thanks for the biography. Another useless post by simply dusty.
You cared enough to read, learn and then comment about it. That’s the purpose of a message board.
I have a hard time seeing bill retire, and Brady looks like he can play another 5 years. I don’t think Gronk will have anything to do with what Brady does. That offense looks completely dominant. I’d like to see all that happen, but I give it at least another couple years. Their struggles also seem to be on the defensive side of the ball.
Really odd to see them bench Butler for the super bowl and have his backups be abused.
I didn’t see enough of the game to make a judgement, but on the surface it looks like a sketchy call. Almost feels like he’s tying to overcoach. It’s just annoying that either the pats our eagles would win. I was pulling for the pats due to my passionate hate for Philadelphia, but I was kind of indifferent. As long as the flyers continue to suck, that will be enough for me.
He has done it before. Their 1st loss to the Giants he was guilty of it. He should have been in a prevent D as the Giants needed yards but instead Ellis fucken Hobbs, who was torched by Burris all game, gets the 1v1 man call on that same Burris… ugh. Bill can be an evil genius at times but has been guilty of overthinking
Learn? Yeah, I learned that there is a legit reason everyone on this message board talks shitt on you
Who cares who likes who on a board. It’s meant for posting thoughts and opinions. Sometimes peopme agree, sometimes they don’t. I do notice that some people come here because they are lonely though. Sad, but to each their own. Ignore them and move on.
He leads the league in that department. How does he know how much money Gronk has? Such a gay nerd!
Bill retiring might also be why McDaniels hasn’t accepted the Colts job yet. Interesting week coming up.
There are a lot of rumours, lots that have been shot down by many. That’s all… rumours.
2 biggest? Really? Brady has 5 rings and Gronk 2! The organization has done well to put players in the offence that are impact guys and Gronk is one in a long list of those.
Rather have Grabner than Nash
Agreed. Nash is washed up. I’d only take him for a mid round pick if they ate the majority of his salary. Always liked Nash, but age caught up to him.
His speed would add another dimension on the PK. be a solid player on any of top 3 lines.
Fly Eagles Fly!
Philly is trash
Says the guy who lives in McKeesport.
Might be from McKeesport but is more intelligent than you. Douche.
F Philly and F Simply Dusty.
Fuck the eagles, they won, was a good game but fuxk Philly and everyone in it. I’m not even from Pittsburgh and I get this lol
Big time people going nuts all over oakland (location for the university of Pittsburgh). Lotta people from Philly go to Pitt and Steeler fans have united with them to celebrate a Pats loss.
Thanks for another useless post Simply Dusty. Go to bed. Nerd.
Leafs Josh leivo demanded to be traded
Max p has a good wrist shot but he is one dimensional player and very lazy the guy can’t even deke on breakaways and when game matters mostly in playoffs or for team USA he disappears
He absolutely isn’t lazy. He hasn’t played on any big games because the Canadians blow. And you’re a moron.
Team USA under db and then under tortz was not important. Keep up the good work more you talk the more I’m convinced you are stain with his other account. Coincidence both of you bring nothing to this site other then bashing everyones comments except for zerotool .
You’re the only one with twoaccounts, chubster. And don’t make ridiculous posts and they won’t get bashed. I understand you’re incapable of that, but it is whatit is. And the only reason you don’t like Pacioretty is because he’s American. Keep rooting for your frogs up there. Maybe they’ll do something sometime this millennium.
How did the US do both those years, they have over thought the roster you dumb cuntt… like the time we took Zaumner or thought Maltby and Draper would win Canada gold. It happens fuck head!
Can’t give Rags assests for a rental…pass on Nash.
Love to hear more exploration of the Max P potential but Galchenyuk is a Center.
Sounds like Buffalo wants too much for a rental in Kane and unless he can be had for a sign and trade pass there too.
It’s that time of the year. It’s drooling time tbj .throw as many as names you can on the wall hoping one can stick
I would not trade Hags for Nash. His speed is still very effective, he is starting to find his game and chemistry with Geno and PH plus he is important on the Pk. I would give them Reaves and Phil Bourque’s terrible commentary, that is about it.
Pass on Nash, McD, and Kane. Grabner if the price is low sounds nice and I only want Patches if we can ditch Hagelin’s contract, but again only if the price is right. Not about sending Sprong, Hagelin, Gustavsson and a first for a guy who’s going to walk after next season.
And that’s assuming MTL even values those guys as top prospects
As a rental… I would give the Rags very small for the potential of this guy proving he is capable of at least 30 points down the stretch as opposed to in a season!! Reality is with that news out there? Guys barely NHL caliber now and the Rags are probably hoping for too much for what will be a sure thing rental? Sorry sam, hopefully for you he ends up in Vegas so you can still rub yourself to his profile pic
Sam is a true insider.