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Forum: Armchair-GM10 oct. 2020 à 15 h 23
Sujet: Roster Attempt 24
<div class="quote"><div class="quote_t">Quoting: <b>KingKroeker</b></div><div>right side is very weak and although Donato is listed as a center, he really isn't a capable center in reality</div></div>

Yeah that's fine and all but most likely the roster we're getting. I believe in Gregor and Blichfeld because it's their make or break year essentially. They've done well in juniors, decent in the AHL on a bad barracuda team, so it's time to see how they stack up on the roster, especially considering Wilson isn't spending any money on significant upgrades in FA. Blichfeld has a good shot and I think playing him on the second line affords him the ability to adjust much quicker because of the space Hertl and Meier can create for him. If he can bring his finishing ability to the NHL level he can thrive on that line, if not the option of moving Donato into the top 6 is always there. It's a low-risk gamble that could pay off. For the 3rd line my idea was that while Donato can't play center I think he can still play there because Gregor can take most of the draws on that line. They need some type of offense on the third line so they need to bank on Donato, Leonard, Gregor, and Thornton to be a rotating cast that can get the job done there in a likely condensed season. It's now or never to start plugging ELC's into the lineup and stop worrying about "ruining their development" the sharks need these players around the 22-24 age mark to step up, how much more development do they need??? Because past the age of 23/24 you're no longer a prospect it's approaching bust status. While it's hard for us fans to see them do this I begrudgingly agree that committing more cap space at this moment is a bad Idea, it's better to wait it out and see how the younger players respond and hope that next offseason they can unload a big contract on Seattle and really have a more effective re-tool.
Forum: Armchair-GM6 oct. 2020 à 2 h 35
Sujet: Roster Attempt 18
<div class="quote"><div class="quote_t">Quoting: <b>papishark</b></div><div>I think we have the real problem in 1st line RW. 3rw can be filled internally. The top six is the problem. I see Donato as a third liner with Jumbo, and maybe Gregor too. Labanc can play well with Kane-Hertl so we just need someone for Meier-Couture.</div></div>

I think Donato is a second liner. If he can score 14 with limited ice time and subpar linemates imagine what he does with Hertl and Meier who can create space for him with their physicality and playmaking. Now they could try and get a top-line RW but it's better to spend a figure like 6 mil on a 3C and 3RW because if the next season starts and its a crammed 82 game schedule we need more depth to compete. I also think 41-year-old Joe Thornton should be sheltered so he stays fresh and ready for what looks like potentially his last playoff push. That's my opinion anyway because having contracts in the 2-4 mil range are easier to trade for assets if they want to blow it up as compared to adding another expensive contract that's hard to move.
Forum: Armchair-GM28 sept. 2020 à 15 h 59
Sujet: Roster Attempt 15
<div class="quote"><div class="quote_t">Quoting: <b>yikes</b></div><div>Since when is virtanen and roslovic almost 4 million dollar players, why are we spending 10+ mil on these 3 useless guys that are likely not gonna live up to their contracts.

I’d rather Labanc for 3.5 than those 3 and then just get a different player to finish the top 6

Then we just use the rest of the money on a goalie and D + depth</div></div>

We have differing opinions on the players obviously. I think Roslovic and Virtanen add much-needed speed and right-handed shots. The value of adding 3 RW's at around that price and term makes them serviceable right now, really valuable if they grow which is likely, and tradeable assets down the line if they so choose. I wouldn't mind Labanc sticking around but I think he's a liability in his own end. The last thing the sharks need right now is a guy like Toffoli locked to big money that will give them another contract that's hard to move. Idk how you think adding 3 players with the ability to put up 30-45 points is useless. Also, good luck solidifying the Goalie depth with Jones still around, the best bet is to bring back Dell who had a strong .907 behind a bad team last year, and hope Jones is rested and recovered behind hopefully a more structured defense. I'd rather add one depth blueliner and expand Ferrao's instead of adding more mediocre blueliners. Obviously, we have a different perspective on how this team should be built but thanks for the opinion!
Forum: Armchair-GM31 août 2020 à 23 h 58
Sujet: Roster Attempt 9
<div class="quote"><div class="quote_t">Quoting: <b>RawZuccSauce420</b></div><div>I actually quite like this roster. If you could figure out how to get Danault from MTL instead of Trocheck, that would be even better. It's good as is, but Danault is a better player imo and costs less. One of the better Sharks A-GMs I've seen in awhile to be honest so big props.</div></div>

Thanks! I think this type of roster fits the direction they should aim for. Couture, Meier, and Hertl top line can compete with the best in the league IMO. A decent second line that can hold it's own. The bottom six full of guys that will most likely see reduced 5 on 5 ice time but more time on the PK and in Leivo's case some PP time maybe. The defense is just staggered so that Vlasic, Burns, and Karlsson don't get burned out. The Goaltending is hopefully a tandem that plays an equal split so each stays fresh and can hopefully perform at an above-average level. With all that said this team needs Karlsson to perform at an elite level and the goaltending to improve if they want any thoughts of making the playoff let alone a deep run.
Forum: Armchair-GM31 août 2020 à 23 h 49
Forum: Armchair-GM23 août 2020 à 9 h 40
Forum: Armchair-GM14 août 2020 à 13 h 35
Sujet: Roster Attempt 5
<div class="quote"><div class="quote_t">Quoting: <b>JumboJoe</b></div><div>totally agree with both things <a href="/users/papishark" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">@papishark</a> said

Simek definitely has more value to us than 2 mid round picks and it makes more sense to let our young guys play 4th line than sign a FA

don't love Gregor on the 3rd line but having Galchenyuk on the 3rd line is pretty solid so they kind of cancel each other out


overall this is a pretty solid team. we didn't give much up and we definitely could make the playoffs. probably out in the 1st round or 2 though, but hey it's a step in the right direction.</div></div>

This is just another idea in terms of how they can invest in their forward group. Rather than have one guy making 6 mil, if we retain Labanc on a decent deal and gamble on Galch and Anderson it could pay off in a huge way if they excel and at worst they're still good depth pieces who can move around the top-9. I moved Simek because I think that 2 mil can be used on adding a bit more depth (in this case I thought Reider and Soucy) as well as freeing up a top 4 role for Ferraro (who I really want to see next to a healthy Karlsson). Also I was actually looking at Gregor's advanced stats and he was actually very solid. He projects to be a top 9 forward and is probably one of the best players on the roster in terms of his conditioning and skating. He will turn some heads if he plays more minutes next year, the only thing we need to see improve is his finishing ability but that comes with more ice time and playing higher up in the lineup, if anyone is ready to step up and fill in a spot on an elc it's him, I really believe in him! Thanks for the feedback, love having a respectful and open discussion about the team, it's refreshing to see on Armchair LOL.
Forum: Armchair-GM30 mai 2020 à 15 h 21
Sujet: Making trades now
<div class="quote"><div class="quote_t">Quoting: <b>papishark</b></div><div>Ill be honest I dont really like having one right hander on the whole forward core. I also dont know if you can expect Haula to be able to handle a 2c role as he has not been very good recently. Also I dont see the need to trade Simek right away as he provides a stablizing presence on D, and physicality that none of our other D have.</div></div>

Yeah I’ll agree that we don’t have enough righty’s, as it relates to Haula I just put him there so we could load up the first line with as much talent as possible. Hertl, Meier, and Couture would garner all the attention from top lines and pairings, so Haula would have easier competition and with Kane and Toffoli flanking him, that line would be pretty darn good imo. If it doesn’t work out you could always move Toffoli up, slot Hertl back at 2C, and shift Haula to the wing. He’s a versatile forward and at 3 mil is a good investment if they get him at that price. Simek is good but I think they can replace him with Soucy honestly and give Ferraro more minutes. That’s just my opinion but I think having mobile defenders means spending less time on the boards and in your own zone which also means you don’t need to have a lot of physicality. It won’t happen yet obviously but a Ferraro and Karlsson pairing is the way the sharks need to go imo. That is the future! Honestly I’d be ecstatic if Merkley made it too but thats not likely so having soucy and Rutta as stop gaps should fill those rolls while prospects develop in a year or two.

Just my opinion though, I can see why having more physical presence would appeal to people because it offers a stylistic variance. But I think committing fully to speed and mobility on the blue line will mask the lack of speed in the forwards.
Forum: Armchair-GM29 mai 2020 à 19 h 44
Sujet: Making trades now
<div class="quote"><div class="quote_t">Quoting: <b>papishark</b></div><div>We get dicked on all these deals. Labanc is worth a late first, not two late seconds</div></div>

Would you take a late first pick or two picks between 45-55? At that stage quantity over quality especially considering players that might drop in that range. Maybe I could have asked for more in the Simek trade but Gambrell and Sorenson won't fetch more. I know fans won't be happy but ultimately it's a net positive having 5 picks in the top 60 from a stacked draft class and additional picks in the 3rd, 4th, and 5th round where they can also swing for the fences on boom or bust prospects. Labanc is great I'd love to keep him but to add two quality picks for him is fair imo. Simek is ok but replaceable and i'd really like to see Ferraro in an elevated role while cycling in younger guys. With Merkley, Pasichnuk, Knaizev, and potentially some picks from this upcoming draft, the future for this blueline in the next 3 years looks good. Overall I respect your view but I think the ability to add picks here while still constructing a competitive roster allows the best chance for this team to improve moving forward.
Forum: Armchair-GM29 mai 2020 à 17 h 42
Sujet: Making trades now
<div class="quote"><div class="quote_t">Quoting: <b>KakkoForMauriceRichardAward</b></div><div>OOOF, that's nowhere near enough for Labanc... more like Shane Bowers and another asset for Labanc

DET takes it and runs, you would get a lot more for Simek</div></div>

Yeah, I could see us getting more for Labanc but I don't know which prospect they'd part with. Bowers is in Colorado. Simek might be able to fetch a second-rounder but honestly getting an early third and fourth may have more value than just a second. Either way, I think having 4 second rounders and 6 picks in the top 90 will be incredibly important in restocking the prospect pool while also freeing up space and adding players who can help them make the playoffs next year. They should maximize the number of picks they can get this draft imo.