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Forum: Armchair-GM22 juin 2023 à 12 h 58
Sujet: fk it
<div class="quote"><div class="quote_t">Quoting: <b>csick</b></div><div>“Toronto fan”

I hope Toronto moves Nylander for this trash value too</div></div>

I think you're forgetting what my username is, junior. Glaze your eyes upon that again and mix in a zip it

Well, well, well, if it isn't a Senators fan slithering into Leafs territory. My condolences for your perennial underachievement.

You know, it's pretty bold of you to talk trash about 'trash value' when your team's idea of a high-value trade is basically selling the farm for some second-round picks, which is exactly what you'll get for Debrincat. Maybe you should take a break from the Nylander fixation and go,scout some beer league players - could be the Senators' next big signing

The only thing more amusing than your perspective on trades is the Senators’ performance each year. But hey, keep focusing on the Leafs. It's easier than confronting the sad reality of your roster, right?

Nylander's stats alone are enough to make most players in the league green with envy, yet here you are, undervaluing his contribution like you've got a magic 8-ball that can predict future performance. Not to mention, that 'trash value' you're referring to is part of what's keeping Toronto on the playoff map. Haven't seen the Sonketaors on that map in awhile.

And the funniest part of this? I'm not even a Leafs fan! I'm just an outsider looking in, and even I can see the Senators are more like a circus than a hockey team. How about you sort out your own three-ring circus before giving advice to one of the consistently top-performing teams in the league?
Forum: Armchair-GM20 juin 2023 à 12 h 9
Sujet: Debrincat
<div class="quote"><div class="quote_t">Quoting: <b>csick</b></div><div>Read the history buddy</div></div>

I'm not sure what kind of Kool-Aid they're serving up in Ottawa, but you might want to switch to water because your assessment here is more diluted than the Sens' playoff hopes.

Your notion that DeBrincat will fetch a first-round pick and change is about as stable as your team's attendance figures. Let me help you with some Hockey Trade 101: a player's trade value depreciates significantly when they publicly state a preference for certain destinations. It's common sense, which seems to be not-so-common in your case.

So, here's a reality check: DeBrincat has made it pretty clear he'd rather get his teeth drilled without Novocaine than play for Ottawa. His heart's in Detroit or Dallas, and anyone with half a clue about negotiation knows that when a player is that specific, the price drops faster than the Sens in the standings.

But sure, let's live in your fairy-tale world for a second. Let's say teams are lining up to overpay for a player who doesn't even want to play for them. That sounds about as logical as your team's draft strategy, which, let me remind you, has resulted in more misses than hits.

But don't let reality hit you too hard, csick. After all, with a username like that, one would think you'd have more of an understanding of how these things work. But I guess being a Sens fan does require a certain level of suspension of disbelief.

Keep dreaming, buddy. Maybe one day your team's trade strategy will be as solid as your conviction. Until then, I suggest you lay off the hot takes. Your track record is colder than a January night in Ottawa.
Forum: Detroit Red Wings15 juin 2023 à 9 h 36
Sujet: Rasmussen will have a Tage Thompson-like breakout year
<div class="quote"><div class="quote_t">Quoting: <b>DDossett</b></div><div>That makes no sense. Comarissons should use comparables. Otherwise its just a bunch of rambling. The only point to mentioning tage is if you're referencing specifics. Otherwise normal people just say "a break out year" without mentioning other players.</div></div>

I understand your point about comparables, but I believe you're missing the larger argument here. We're not comparing Tage Thompson and Michael Rasmussen in terms of their style of play or even their stats for that matter. We're comparing them in the context of potential breakout performances.

Thompson had an impressive 2023 season with 47 goals and 94 points​​. This performance demonstrates a significant progression and development in his skills, and that's the point. It's about the potential for growth and improvement, the ability to adapt, and the determination to overcome challenges, all of which Thompson has exhibited.

Similarly, Rasmussen, despite his knee injury, has managed 10 goals, 19 assists, 48 blocked shots, and 119 hits through 56 games in his fourth NHL season​​. His performance and growth trajectory, despite some setbacks, illustrate the same potential for a breakout season.

Comparisons don't always have to be direct or based on identical attributes/structures. Sometimes, they can be about potential, growth, and the ability to make significant strides in one's career. Both Thompson and Rasmussen exemplify these qualities.

And as for your comment about "normal people" just saying "a break out year" without mentioning other players, well, sometimes it takes a little more than being "normal" to see the extraordinary potential in players like Thompson and Rasmussen. No offense intended, but maybe it's time to switch from regular to decaf; your passion for the game is admirable, but your vision seems a little blurred when it comes to spotting rising stars.
Forum: Detroit Red Wings14 juin 2023 à 15 h 48
Sujet: Rasmussen will have a Tage Thompson-like breakout year
<div class="quote"><div class="quote_t">Quoting: <b>IconicHawk</b></div><div>His ceiling seems to be 40-50 point player

He’s shaking off the bust label but I can’t see him being much more then that</div></div>

I get it, you're doubting Michael Rasmussen based on his past performances. But let me school you on why your weak projection is gonna fall flat on its face:

<strong>Versatility and Adaptability: </strong>Rasmussen ain't some one-trick pony, alright? He's shown mad versatility, switching positions from center to wing, and guess what? He actually improved in that new role. When he was playin' on the wing with Andrew Copp, his offensive game was fire! Dude's still growing and evolving, so don't even try to put a ceiling on his potential.

<strong>Developing Offensive Game: </strong>Rasmussen's offensive game is on the rise, my friend. He's had moments of pure brilliance, like his sick streaks of seven points in five games and seven points in six games during the 2022-23 season. Those ain't the stats of someone who's reached their peak; they scream potential and untapped talent!

<strong>Impact on Team Performance: </strong>Don't be blind to the facts, bro. When Rasmussen got injured and his season ended, the Red Wings felt it, big time. Their win-loss record took a nosedive. The dude's not just about personal stats; he straight-up effects the whole damn squad's performance. That's some serious impact right there.

<strong>Late Bloomers in the NHL: </strong>Hey, history lesson for ya. NHL has seen plenty of late bloomers, like Jeff Skinner and Tage Thompson. These guys didn't have their breakout seasons until years into their careers. Rasmussen could be cut from the same cloth, so don't sleep on his potential. He might just surprise the hell outta you.

In conclusion, I hear ya, being cautious is fine. But let's not put a premature cap on this guy's potential. Rasmussen's recent game, improvements, and his impact on the Red Wings scream that he's got more in the tank than you're givin' him credit for. So, before you label him as some 40-50 point chump, give him a chance to recover, grow, and show us what he's really made of. Then maybe you'll learn not to underestimate the dude.
Forum: Detroit Red Wings14 juin 2023 à 15 h 42
Sujet: Rasmussen will have a Tage Thompson-like breakout year
<div class="quote"><div class="quote_t">Quoting: <b>DDossett</b></div><div>Not sure why tage is your comparable when the progression you site is completely different from his. Tages 2022 campaign looked like he was destined for the minors again. Ras is doing great, tage moved to center, and most importantly he improved drastically as a puck handler instead of just being a shooter.
They're kinda completely different players. That being said i look forward to seeing it.</div></div>

While I appreciate your perspective, I would argue that Tage Thompson and Michael Rasmussen are comparable in terms of their potential for a breakout season. I agree that they are different types of players and that their progression paths diverge. However, the comparison lies in the potential for player development, not their specific style of play or role on their respective teams.

Thompson's 2022 campaign might not have been stellar, but the important factor to consider is his growth and eventual breakout in the 2023 season. The point of the comparison is not to match their exact trajectories but to underscore that players can have a significant leap in performance even if they initially seem to be struggling. Both players were high draft picks who didn't immediately live up to expectations, but they showed consistent improvement over time.

Rasmussen, like Thompson, has shown signs of potential, and his versatility and work ethic are commendable. His transition from center to wing, and his overall adaptability, signal an upward trajectory, not unlike Thompson's improvement as a puck handler.

Lastly, let's remember that it's hockey we're talking about, not a synchronized swimming routine. Players don't have to mirror each other's performances to have similar career arcs. So while Thompson and Rasmussen might be as similar as apples and hockey pucks, when it comes to their potential for breakout seasons, they're skating on the same ice. I look forward to seeing Rasmussen's career unfold, as I'm sure you do too.
Forum: Detroit Red Wings14 juin 2023 à 14 h 56
Sujet: Rasmussen will have a Tage Thompson-like breakout year
Without a doubt, Michael Rasmussen is on the precipice of a breakout year that mirrors Tage Thompson's exceptional 2023 season. In the 2022-23 season, Rasmussen proved his worth by amassing 29 points in 56 games before an unfortunate injury ended his season prematurely​​. His invaluable contribution to the Red Wings team, which includes his size, penalty-killing skills, and leadership, was made glaringly evident by their struggle in his absence​​.

A significant catalyst for Rasmussen's imminent rise is his successful transition from center to wing. This change brought about a noticeable uptick in his offensive prowess, a development that aligns him perfectly for a transformative season​​. His team has taken note of his effective forechecking ability and productive partnerships, particularly with Andrew Copp, setting the stage for a dramatic increase in his point totals.

Bearing the hallmarks of Thompson's 2023 season, where he garnered a stunning 94 points in 78 games​​, Rasmussen's upcoming season is ripe for a similar meteoric rise. His steady improvement, strategic positional shift, and undeniable value to his team all converge toward one inevitable outcome: a breakout year. The stage is set, the potential is high, and Michael Rasmussen is undeniably primed to skyrocket to new heights.

Statistic Projected Value
Games Played 82
Goals 25
Assists 39
Total Points 64
Penalty Minutes 50
Plus/Minus +10
Forum: Armchair-GM18 mai 2023 à 16 h 38
Sujet: Atlanta Thrashers
Oh, look at this gem. "Atlanta Thrashers," the long-lost franchise that didn't exactly cover itself in glory during its brief existence. Trying to resurrect the name in an Armchair-GM roster, are we? Well, let's see how that turned out...

First off, the forward group is like a circus troupe, a motley crew of players, as though they were picked out of a hat. David Pastrnak skating with Jonathan Marchessault and Phil Kessel? Now, that's a line that sounds great on paper, but would be about as coordinated as a fish on a bicycle. And is that Corey Perry still hanging around? He's a classic case of an old warhorse who should've been put out to pasture ages ago.

Centers aren't much better. Jack Hughes is a bright young talent, sure, but you've got him centering Trevor Zegras and Tage Thompson? That's like gifting a child a Ferrari and a pair of roller skates and expecting them to win a race. And David Krejci? The man's older than the rocks he's skating on.

And speaking of things past their prime, let's talk about the defense. Cale Makar and Charlie McAvoy are top-tier talents, no doubt, but who thought it would be a good idea to pair them with Shea Theodore and Nicolas Hague? It's like coupling a pair of thoroughbred stallions with some Shetland ponies. And poor Zach Bogosian, still trying to relive his heydays. But hey, they all need jobs, right?

The goaltending is just the cherry on top. Linus Ullmark – a decent choice if you're looking for an overworked, underappreciated goalie who's going to be pelted with shots due to the leaky defense in front of him. And Logan Thompson as backup? That's like having a water pistol to back up your fire hose.

What we have here is not so much a team, but a collection of players that have been thrown together with about as much consideration as a blindfolded darts player. It's like the GM took a dartboard, labeled different areas with player names, and started throwing blindfolded after downing five cans of energy drink. But the result isn't half as exciting as that sounds.

And as for the $11,097,516 cap space left over, let's hope they plan to use that to refund the fans after they watch this team play. The name "Atlanta Thrashers" wasn't exactly synonymous with success, but this roster would give the original franchise a run for its money in the race to the bottom. Might as well call it the "Atlanta Crashers."

In the end, the only thrashing here will be the one this team gets on the ice.
Forum: Armchair-GM18 mai 2023 à 14 h 22
Sujet: A deal both Toronto and Edmonton fans will scream at
To be brutally honest, this trade seems horribly lopsided in favor of Edmonton and downright reckless for Toronto.

First and foremost, the Toronto Maple Leafs would be giving up Mitchell Marner, one of the premier wingers in the league. Marner is a phenomenal playmaker and a consistent 90+ point producer, and at his age, he has plenty of elite-level play ahead of him. Trading away such a valuable asset for an older, declining player like Ryan Nugent-Hopkins is a catastrophic misjudgment of value.

Furthermore, Nugent-Hopkins is a good player, but calling him a "70 point guy on the decline" is almost generous. Realistically, he's more of a 50-60 point player now, and he's likely to continue sliding as he gets older. He may be cheaper, but the drop in production from Marner to Nugent-Hopkins is far steeper than the drop in their respective cap hits. Toronto would essentially be sacrificing their team's competitive strength to save a bit of money, which doesn't make sense for a team that's trying to win now.

Additionally, the so-called "Kawhi" deal comparison is deeply flawed. When the Toronto Raptors traded for Kawhi Leonard, they were getting an MVP-caliber player who could carry the team to a championship - which he did. Marner is a great player, but he's not on the same level as Kawhi was during his prime, and he's not the type of player who can single-handedly lead a team to a Stanley Cup.

The Leafs' apparent plan to use the saved cap space to buy in Free Agency is also dubious at best. Top-tier free agents are rarely available, and when they are, they usually demand contracts that are just as expensive, if not more so, than Marner's. Toronto would be taking a huge risk by hoping that they can find a player of Marner's caliber in Free Agency, especially considering that such players are few and far between.

All in all, this trade is a disaster for Toronto. They would be giving up an elite player in his prime for a declining one, all while jeopardizing their competitive prospects in the hope of saving some cap space. It's an inexplicable move that would only serve to set the team back years in their pursuit of a championship.
Forum: Armchair-GM12 mai 2023 à 16 h 5