It's in the bag(ish) ... sort of ... maybe
posted by Mike Boone at 6h31 EST on Jul 25
Earlier this week, Vancouver general manager Mike Gillis offered his interpretation of the Sundin interview that appeared in a Swedish newspaper on Monday:
"What I took from it was that it sounds like he is considering two teams, Toronto and us," Gillis said.
But Sundin's agent, J.P. Barry, had a different view:
"I
don't think that is exactly what he said," Barry said. "Obviously,
there have been some rumours particularly about Vancouver as a
destination and he was being clear that it was a serious possibility
for him, that the whole arrangement, his discussions with Mike, the
offer, were all very good. But I don't believe he eliminated anybody
per se in his discussions. He just said 'look, I have to get through
stage one."'
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The Buffalo News says the Sabres want to bring back Teppo Numminen, who is now 40, has skated in 1,315 NHL games — the most by a European-trained player.
And the Sabres have signed McGill grad Mathieu Darche – whose brother J.P. used to be the Seattle Seahawks' long-snapper. The Buffalo deal is one year, $575,000.
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Submitted by jrshabs1 on Sat, 07/26/2008 - 13:00.
Does anybody out there in Habland realize that the photo of "Ekland" is actually a photo of Bosnian Serb warlord Radovan Karadzic. I hope that the Sundin/Habs info is a little more reliable than the photo of "Ekland"
Go Habs Go!
Submitted by von on Sat, 07/26/2008 - 20:05.
... It's meant to be a joke...
;)
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"Obviously it would be great, but they don't really hang conference titles in this rink. They raise Stanley Cup banners." - Carey Price
Submitted by jrshabs1 on Sun, 07/27/2008 - 06:36.
I'm sure the Croations find it funny.
Submitted by von on Sat, 07/26/2008 - 09:27.
As much as I froth at the mouth reading all this, it will make the depression that much worse should Sundin not sign with the Habs. I mean, I've played this through my head so many times... he's just got to wear the CH to make everything right in the hockey world.
The problem is we've been let down so many times in the past by players chosing not to play here. So until anything is official, I'll remain excited yet skeptical.
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"Obviously it would be great, but they don't really hang conference titles in this rink. They raise Stanley Cup banners." - Carey Price
Submitted by Bill H on Sat, 07/26/2008 - 09:27.
Doug, it will be interesting to see which direction the salary cap goes in the next few years. Certainly the GMs that sign players to 5 years plus for big bucks are gambling that the cap will continue to grow. If the economy continues to tank, the salary cap could indeed go down. But I can't see it going down by a huge amount.
Meanwhile, Gainey's strategy seems to be to sign players for a max of 4 years. I could be wrong, but I don't think he has signed anyone for a longer term than that. The advantage to this is that it keeps players motivated to continue performing at a high level. If they play well, they will be rewarded. If they don't, it will cost them. Some players probably have an intrinsic competitive spirit and will perform at a high level regardless. We will see which approach is best.
Submitted by twocents on Sat, 07/26/2008 - 09:53.
Excellent posts by Doug, MikeMcLaren and Bill H, great morning reads. The ultimate success of the two approaches can only be judged in a few years. Komisarek is the one player I would like to see locked up for a five or six year term. I think his style of play, skills and personality would make him a good risk.
We have to remember that the current CBA is set to expire at the end of the 2010-11 season. It is likely not a coincidence that no Habs are under contract beyond that season. After then, given the new KHL, the cap and current rules may be history.(there is a player option to prolong the CBA for one year beyond that, but, that's it)
Submitted by MikeMcLaren on Sat, 07/26/2008 - 10:53.
The NHLPA, if they like the current agreement (and if I was a player, I think I might dig it!), can actually extend the CBA infinitely on a year-to-year basis at the "end" of the agreement
On the flipside The NHLPA can also terminate the agreement on September 15, 2009 by giving 120 days notice, which is why bonuses can't carry into next year's cap right now.
From NHLSCAP.com:
EXAMPLES:
1. The NHLPA may elect to terminate the agreement by giving notice to the NHL prior to May 18, 2011 [120 days prior to September 15, 2009]. Otherwise, the agreement remains in effect until September 15, 2011.
2. If either side does not notify the other of its wish to terminate the agreement by May 18, 2011 [within 120 days of September 15, 2011] then the CBA will be in effect for the 2011-12 League Year.
3. If the NHLPA or NHL wishes to cancel the agreement prior to the 2012-13 League Year, it must notify the other no later than May 18, 2012 [120 days prior to September 15, 2012]. Otherwise, the CBA will remain in effect for the 2012-13 League Year.
/\\ike
GO HABS GO!
Submitted by twocents on Sat, 07/26/2008 - 14:42.
Very interesting, I did not realize it could be in effect indefinitely. As long as both parties are happy it can continue. It would be nice to get a long era of labour peace but, if the KHL increases it's competitive presence I wonder if the owners will pull the plug on the CBA at the first unilateral opportunity, which seems to be Sept. 2012.
Submitted by nightmare_49 on Sat, 07/26/2008 - 07:27.
Wild's Pierre Marc Bouchard signs 5 year / 20.4 million contract and avoids arbitration .. by Michael Russo .. Minnesota Star Tribune ..... http://www.startribune.com/sports/wild/25922544.html?page=2&c=y
Submitted by 24 Cups on Sat, 07/26/2008 - 08:08.
NM49 - Based on today's market, that's a good deal for Minnesota as far as Bouchard is concerned. Gaborik is a different story. $8.5 mil a year, long term is a risker proposition for a guy who is kind of injury prone. Don't get me wrong, he has tons of talent (with more in reserve) but I'm not sure that he's in the same league as some of the other young stars (Malkin, Vinny, Crosby) who are signing for the same long, term coin. This is another guy who won't be coming to Montreal and that's fine by me. We can use the 8.5 mil in a different way.
The Original 24 Cups
Submitted by nightmare_49 on Sat, 07/26/2008 - 09:16.
24 - He's not in their league as an impact player yet and may never be. Looking forward to seeing you at the summit , enjoy the Open.
Submitted by doug on Sat, 07/26/2008 - 07:02.
I really think cap growth will slow/flatten and even possibly decline in the future, so the frugal teams without the incredibly long contracts will be in the better long term shape. I think teams like the Flyers, who were up against the cap this summer, are going to SUCK in a few years with these gargantuan contracts. 2009-2010 roster already:
Briere 6.5M cap hit
Richards 5.75M
Gagne 5.25M
Carter 5.0M
Lupul 4.25M
Hartnell 4.2M
Timonen 6.33M
Rathje 3.5M
That's ~$41M for 8 players, with only one serviceable defenseman and no goalie.
When supply wanes demand increases and prices rise, right? And lack of quality supply this summer led to silly, silly prices. Patience will be rewarded for Montreal, led by the most patient GM of them all. I love it.
Gagne should lock up Komisarek
Submitted by MikeMcLaren on Sat, 07/26/2008 - 08:22.
First off, Gainey has been doing an amazing job at rebuilding and restocking the franchise. He has been patient, he hasn't done too many things that could ever be considered rash and I have been a huge fan of his patient approach ever since he came to the team.
I think you need to realize that although he's patient and setting the stage for the Habs to be a contender for years to come, that Paul Holmgren's doing the same thing for the Flyers. Both GM's are gambling.
Gainey's gambling that other GM's won't try to swoop in and poach his RFA's by signing them to contracts that are too short and not negotiating in the middle of the season; Holmgren is gambling that he knows what he sees in young players, assumes they will progress on the same path they are now and also that the cap will continue to go up each year (is that a huge gamble, really?)
What will Briere's $6.5 million cap hit look like in 2015 when his contract ends?
What will Richards' $5.75 million cap hit look like in 2020 (!) when his contract ends?
Is Gagne's $5.25 million cap hit going to be swept from the books when he retires due to concussions (a real possibility that Holmgren had to plan for)
Carter's signed for market value that takes him to UFAVille
Lupul is a gamble, but maybe $4.5 million isn't a big hit in 2013?
Hartnell's good until 2013 too
Timmonen's a $6.3 million hit, but he's a #1 D player in terms of quality and he's also good until 2013. Most teams are paying their #1 D guy that sort of money.
Rathje may come off the books because of his pending retirement - at the very least he will be 0 cap hit because he's not playing.
Additionally, not all those players have no-movement clauses and the Flyers have tended to front load their contracts. That should make them easy to move later in their careers because you can find a team that needs to hit the floor for cap, but doesn't have money. Paying a guy $2 million a year when his cap hit is $6 million could certainly be attractive.
The Canadiens seem to be more well-rounded and have some better young prospects, especially on D and in between the pipes. Gainey has blessed us in that regard. But we've only got 6 players signed for the 2010/11 season and NO players signed after that.
We really won't know which approach is right for years to come, and it may be that they're both right! There's more than one way to skin a cat or win a cup!
/\\ike
GO HABS GO!
Submitted by doug on Sat, 07/26/2008 - 08:49.
Insightful, interesting, and informative post. Many thanks.
Submitted by 24 Cups on Sat, 07/26/2008 - 07:55.
doug - great point, there are a few other teams that appear to be going down the same path. I realize that Carter can play RW, but I can't figure out why Philly has spent so much money on 3 centres. Why sign Briere when you know you had two of the best young NHL talents ready to become stars? Where is the long term planning? Our turn comes next year. Some real tough choices to make. Some Habs' fans may not be happy. Of course, that's the great aspect of a possible Sundin signing. It's only short term salary (cap) wise, yet we still get the immediate impact of his performance on the ice.
The Original 24 Cups
Submitted by Robert L on Sat, 07/26/2008 - 08:00.
The explanation for the cash spent on centres might have to do with their state rivals lining up Crosby, Malkin, and Staal.
That's the measuring stick for now, and also the main reason the Habs need Sundin to jump aboard.
Submitted by Ian G Cobb on Sat, 07/26/2008 - 06:14.
HABS SUMMIT 2008
MAIN ORGANIZER-IAN
TICKETS OFFICER--- Vicky-Habschick
TOUR ORGANIZER----Stephen Herron
CHARITY officer--CHUCK AND ROBERT L
WEB MASTER----Stephen Herron and Robert L
ACCOMADATIONS---ROB SWEICK
PRE GAME DINNER--Bryan Traynor
AFTER GAME PLACE WITH ROOM,BAR--Bryan Traynor
Summit game will be Oct. 25th vs Ducks
To register for tickets, click on to this link below and follow instructions. Order them ASAP as it is first come first serve. Don't miss out meeting our wonderful HIO community.
It's go time... http://habssummit.blogspot.com/2008/07/habs-insideout-fan-summit-v-208.h...
IAN
Submitted by Ian G Cobb on Sat, 07/26/2008 - 08:08.
This is only to order tickets people. The link on my ad is defective, Go to Boons next page for today to order. I have corrected it there. Thank you , IAN
Once we have the numbers of tickets that we need to buy, you will be informed of the exact price and instructions how to pay for them. Once that is done we will ask who is participating in the tour of the bell center, pre game dinner, after game get together and accommodation. One step at a time will get us to the cup.
IAN
Submitted by secretdragonfly on Sat, 07/26/2008 - 07:15.
Hi Ian, the link shown doesn't work for me - not sure which end the problem is on. See if this one works:
http://habssummit.blogspot.com/2008/07/habs-insideout-fan-summit-v-208.h...
Submitted by Connecticut Man1 on Sat, 07/26/2008 - 08:06.
Your link works. It appears Ian cut off the end of the link in his copy'n'paste.
Submitted by 24 Cups on Sat, 07/26/2008 - 07:44.
You have to click on "go to blog homepage" - I just did and was able to reserve my tickets.
Robert L - I'm assuming we are just reserving tickets right now - not ordering them through Paypal. Am I correct?
Well, another rainy, soggy day at the Canadian Open. Mike Weir is going to have to shoot the lights out today if he hopes to contend on Sunday.
The Original 24 Cups
Submitted by nightmare_49 on Sat, 07/26/2008 - 09:11.
24 - "FORE"
Submitted by Robert L on Sat, 07/26/2008 - 07:57.
That's right, it is not a purchase yet, but simply a reservation.
The first order of business is to gauge the required amount of tickets we will need. Once we find out how many we are able to buy, the first come / first serve notion will come into play.
The site is also asking those who sign up to attend, to state which events they wish to participate in. We will need the numbers for those, for similar reasons.
Glad to know you'll be tagging along!
Submitted by 24 Cups on Sat, 07/26/2008 - 08:16.
Robert L - "Glad to know you'll be tagging along". Hey, somebody has to come down to Montreal and teach you young bucks that there's more to the Habs' then just the 93' Cup victory and Patrick Roy;-)
The Original 24 Cups
Submitted by Robert L on Sat, 07/26/2008 - 08:23.
Me... a young buck!
Hey thanks for making my day!
Don't let my caption fool you, I've seen every Cup since 1969.
Still, I'll be happy to learn all I can from you "fossil fans"! :)
Submitted by Connecticut Man1 on Sat, 07/26/2008 - 08:10.
No Robert. We don't need to know about the other things (dinner, tour, party, hotel) until we are certain about the ticket purchases. As soon as tickets are finalized we will be looking for that other stuff.
All we need is the info asked for in the post for confirmation and future contacts. :)
Submitted by Robert L on Sat, 07/26/2008 - 08:25.
Sorry, Stephen, I meant to word that differently. The words "eventually", "down the line" or "soon thereafter" should have come into play there somewhere!
I don't sleep, didja ya know?
Submitted by Robert L on Sat, 07/26/2008 - 07:32.
Try this one.
http://habssummit.blogspot.com/
Submitted by Drive_For_25 on Sat, 07/26/2008 - 00:08.
All this talk makes me think even more that we won't get him. For example: What "for sure" trade happened at the deadline last year????? Right answer gets 7,000,000 pts....... I mean $$$$$........
Submitted by The Teacher on Sat, 07/26/2008 - 00:52.
Who said for sure?
Laraque will make them Pay the Price!
Submitted by Wisdom on Sat, 07/26/2008 - 00:00.
nice article but once again, i am afraid to get my hopes up.... of course it would be a crazy decision for him not to pick MTL... but then again, i was sure we had briere a year ago... we dont even know if hes playing hockey, period, never mind whether or not he's gonna dress up in red white and blue or not.. i am not trying being one of those douchebag pessimists (seriously)... believe me, we are winning number 25 for the centennial either way. Allz i'm sayin is, we been through this too many times....enuff with the talk, we've been given a decision date for christ's sake... let's wait until august 1st before we get all excited.. its also my 18th b-day (woohoo!) Talk about Sundin stealing my thunder.. lol
Submitted by Mr.Hazard on Fri, 07/25/2008 - 22:33.
http://canadiens.nhl.com/team/app/?service=page&page=NewsPage&articleid=...
Ex nihilo nihil fit
Submitted by nightmare_49 on Fri, 07/25/2008 - 22:40.
Submitted by habsfan321 (not verified) on Fri, 07/25/2008 - 18:51.
OFFICIAL: HABS SIGN CENTERMAN
http://canadiens.nhl.com/team/app/?service=page&page=NewsPage&articleid=...
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Yanick Lehoux --> 6’ and 200 lbs right-handed centreman
Alright... how many people thought we signed Sundin?
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Submitted by LeGrosBill on Fri, 07/25/2008 - 22:25.
Greetings all,
Longtime reader, first time poster.
Not much to say right now, so I'll keep it short.
LGB
Submitted by Lee Hayes on Sat, 07/26/2008 - 01:30.
Welcome aboard...Le gros Bill is the best, most honoured moniker to grace this site so far. Still, it's kinda big shoe's to fill!! I look forward to your insight. Why don't you start with your favorite Beliveau moment?
Go Habs Go
Submitted by T-roy West on Sat, 07/26/2008 - 01:27.
Welcome Christopher!
Submitted by The Teacher on Sat, 07/26/2008 - 01:02.
Welcome, Le Gros Bill.
Laraque will make them Pay the Price!
Submitted by nightmare_49 on Fri, 07/25/2008 - 21:11.
Blue's Dan Hinote upcoming wedding .. St.Louis Post Dispatch ..... http://www.stltoday.com/sports/blues
Submitted by StillattheMapes on Fri, 07/25/2008 - 20:58.
Hey guys. I am switching with this, and of course not our Sundin trip. No, the little blondes and their spectacular explanation, my goodness. Me, I am just going down to our family place in Rye and forgetting all about it and my job for 2 weeks........... va bene to all
Submitted by nightmare_49 on Fri, 07/25/2008 - 20:50.
Jay Bouwmeester likely headed to arbitration .. James Mirtle Blog ..... http://mirtle.blogspot.com/
Submitted by HNS on Fri, 07/25/2008 - 20:40.
This will never happen. Smells like disappointment from here.
Submitted by DD on Sat, 07/26/2008 - 08:15.
Hal
I make shirts. I would love to get a copy of your avatar. Your picture has just the right message, that I like to convey to all the idiot leaf fans that I meet in my travels. I could make one for you, too, for your troubles.
Submitted by nightmare_49 on Fri, 07/25/2008 - 19:58.
Yanick Lehoux .. You Tube .. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H-KY9S-Di30 ............. picture ............... http://sports.webshots.com/photo/1326663605060892976SLOSto
Submitted by habsR4me on Fri, 07/25/2008 - 19:30.
I heard someone say that Dandenault was traded to LA. Where did you get that info from?
Submitted by mrhabby on Fri, 07/25/2008 - 20:01.
have checked around on tsn, sportsent, cbc, and its no where to be found ..at least for now.
Submitted by Ian G Cobb on Fri, 07/25/2008 - 19:10.
HABS SUMMIT 2008
MAIN ORGANIZER-IAN
TICKETS OFFICER--- Vicky-Habschick
TOUR ORGANIZER----Stephen Herron
CHARITY officer--CHUCK AND ROBERT L
WEB MASTER----Stephen Herron and Robert L
ACCOMADATIONS---ROB SWEICK
PRE GAME DINNER--Bryan Traynor
AFTER GAME PLACE WITH ROOM,BAR--Bryan Traynor
Summit game will be Oct. 25th vs Ducks
To register for tickets, click on to this link below and follow instructions. Order them ASAP as it is first come first serve. Don't miss out meeting our wonderful HIO community.
It's go time... http://habssummit.blogspot.com/2008/07/habs-insideout-fan-summit-v-208.h...
IAN
Submitted by showey47 on Fri, 07/25/2008 - 21:29.
Ian i am trying to send in a request for 4 tickets but for some reason i can't send it in through my hotmail account. Is there an alternative? Never mind i think i figured out my problem, i'm dumb, lmao.
Submitted by Connecticut Man1 on Fri, 07/25/2008 - 22:19.
If you click on the eMail address it should open your eMail with the correct addy in there already.
Submitted by Connecticut Man1 on Fri, 07/25/2008 - 19:15.
Just tell them it's brand new Sundin news at the other end of the link and they'll stampede over there. heh
Submitted by Y on Fri, 07/25/2008 - 20:30.
Submitted my request around 3-4 hours ago, hope you got it!
Submitted by Connecticut Man1 on Fri, 07/25/2008 - 22:16.
Habschick is doing the ticket thing. I am sure she has plans of letting you all know as soon as she can. :)
Submitted by habs-13 on Fri, 07/25/2008 - 18:42.
Montreal ranks high this off season.
People realize how good of a job Gainey has done with our team, and that we have a really good chance this year. All of this without Sundin.
Submitted by Harry on Fri, 07/25/2008 - 19:00.
...."a really good good chance this year" to what? ....make the playoffs again....??? That was a great season past round one......after years of nothing much to watch after the regular season ends...If Sundin retires or chooses to play but not in Montreal, exactly what should we expect for the success of the team next season, except maybe for sure more than a few millions extra in the the team owner(s)pockets if Mats retires or does not sign with Montreal.....
Submitted by TommyB on Fri, 07/25/2008 - 20:40.
Definitely sucks to be you, man.
Submitted by joeybarrie on Fri, 07/25/2008 - 20:14.
Harry, this really is the worst post I have ever seen. On so many different levels.
Submitted by Harry on Fri, 07/25/2008 - 21:06.
Do you all work for Canadians management?
Let us connect the dots...the Forum is filled ...the advertisements are everywhere...the non sports networks are jammed..the scalpers are more than happy...
I love the Canadians & have I am sure for longer tha mospeople posting & will continue to do so...but I also think the fans rather than knocking the players who give it all should start knocking the management...if you do not think you are being ripped off that is fine & the management of this team that probably has the world's most dedicated & fanatical "fans" does not say do it..get us the goods to be on top...I for one think we are being ripped off..with the B.S...do not discuss contractual blah blah blah...just like our Montreal municipal elected officials......well stuffed & doing nothing but making what should be viewed as we are trying -read "get lost" speeches
Submitted by HabFab on Fri, 07/25/2008 - 22:54.
Sir ,what don't you understand about a salary cap...this is the same same as your post last week.
Submitted by Chuck on Fri, 07/25/2008 - 22:37.
Looks like someone took their pessimism pills today!
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Submitted by MikeL on Fri, 07/25/2008 - 19:06.
We should have an annual award for the worst post on Habs I/O. I nominate this one. I think it's the dumbest I've read to date. Congrats Sir.
Submitted by Ian Cobb on Fri, 07/25/2008 - 19:33.
Sorry
Submitted by Yeats on Fri, 07/25/2008 - 19:35.
Jesus wept.
Submitted by Ian G Cobb on Fri, 07/25/2008 - 18:07.
HABS SUMMIT 2008
MAIN ORGANIZER-IAN
TICKETS OFFICER--- Vicky-Habschick
TOUR ORGANIZER----Stephen Herron
CHARITY officer--CHUCK AND ROBERT L
WEB MASTER----Stephen Herron and Robert L
ACCOMADATIONS---ROB SWEICK
PRE GAME DINNER--Bryan Traynor
AFTER GAME PLACE WITH ROOM,BAR--Bryan Traynor
Summit game will be Oct. 25th vs Ducks
It's go time... http://habssummit.blogspot.com/2008/07/habs-insideout-fan-summit-v-208.h...
Submitted by Connecticut Man1 on Fri, 07/25/2008 - 18:31.
10 tickets reserved so far... Get'em while their hot!
Submitted by Chuck on Fri, 07/25/2008 - 22:26.
I've got my request in!
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Submitted by habsfan321 (not verified) on Fri, 07/25/2008 - 17:51.
OFFICIAL: HABS SIGN CENTERMAN
http://canadiens.nhl.com/team/app/?service=page&page=NewsPage&articleid=...
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Yanick Lehoux --> 6’ and 200 lbs right-handed centreman
Alright... how many people thought we signed Sundin?
Submitted by joeybarrie on Fri, 07/25/2008 - 18:08.
NO ONE...
Submitted by Bouleau noir on Fri, 07/25/2008 - 16:57.
ITS GREAT NEWS ... just one problem,... Eklund is a con-artist and those quotes are his inventions and those peoples are his fictional caracteres.
Submitted by Connecticut Man1 on Fri, 07/25/2008 - 17:01.
blEK has a new rumour up, now.
Submitted by Habhopeful on Fri, 07/25/2008 - 16:41.
This is the best Komisaurus tribute video i've seen so far...Tucker must be so happy hes gone out west man, komisarek completely annhiliated hm everytime they played...
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gjPAaklF-jc
"If I wanted to hear from an ***, I would fart..."
Submitted by Mikeishockey2 on Fri, 07/25/2008 - 16:20.
Gainey has 7 million to spend. At the end, if we do signed him we will be over the cap. I would get rid of dandy, 1.7 million of what.
Submitted by habs-13 on Fri, 07/25/2008 - 15:41.
The Montreal Canadiens have announced the signing of centreman Yanick Lehoux to a one-year contract.
A native of Montreal, Lehoux split the 2006-07 season between the San Antonio Rampage of the AHL and Khimik/Mytischi of the Russian Superleague.
The 6-foot, 200-pound forward was selected 86th overall in the 2000 NHL entry draft by the Los Angeles Kings.
Submitted by sidhu on Fri, 07/25/2008 - 18:05.
Another homeboy joins the club
Submitted by Harry on Fri, 07/25/2008 - 16:46.
Le Who?
Submitted by joeybarrie on Fri, 07/25/2008 - 17:15.
Baaaa hahahahahahahahahahah hysterical.... LE WHO...Classic...
Submitted by joeybarrie on Fri, 07/25/2008 - 16:17.
This guys got the stats, plenty of goals, assists. 2 goals and 3 assts in 10 games for the Coyotes, and 73 point in 72 games with the Rampage in the AHL. Leading scorer for Baie Comeau in the Q. But Ive never heard or seen him. There has got to be some story...
Submitted by HabFab on Fri, 07/25/2008 - 22:58.
Another forward for Hamilton that can play here in a pinch however last count I made, we had 15 forwards signed for there but only 5 defenseman.
Submitted by vaya_ on Fri, 07/25/2008 - 16:37.
He had some great seasons in the AHL, and he's probably an ideal replacement for Corey Locke. I think he had an injury this season that slowed him down, but he should be poised to have a good season in Hamilton. Some have said he's a potential top AHL scorer, which would be a definite plus for the Dogs.
He may one day wear the bleu/blanc/rouge, but either way it's great to build a potential Calder Cup farm team. It paid dividends for Price, Lapierre, and the other kids 2 seasons ago.
Submitted by Bill H on Fri, 07/25/2008 - 16:16.
You are bad! The words "The Montreal Canadiens have announced the signing of..." should be reserved for only very special announcements, such as one Mats Sundin, at least until that particular situation has been resolved. Given you handle, I suspect that this was done deliberately. :-)
Submitted by joeybarrie on Fri, 07/25/2008 - 16:18.
Easy Bill, relax a signing is a signing.
Submitted by Drive_For_25 on Fri, 07/25/2008 - 15:41.
Anybody know this guy??
http://canadiens.nhl.com/team/app/?service=page&page=NewsPage&articleid=...
Signed him for 1 year.
Submitted by Habs fan in SF on Fri, 07/25/2008 - 15:50.
sounds like just another body for hamilton's lineup
Submitted by Connecticut Man1 on Fri, 07/25/2008 - 16:21.
HMMM?
Here is the TSN bio on him. Looks like he took a couple of awards as a kid in QMJHL and then bounced a lot in da pros.
Year Team League GP G A Pts +/- PIM Shots Sh%
2007-08 San Antonio AHL 7 1 3 4 -3 2 - -
2007-08 Khimik Moscow Rus 17 2 5 7 - 8 - -
2006-07 Phoenix NHL 7 1 2 3 -1 4 10 10.00
2006-07 San Antonio AHL 72 31 42 73 +7 26 196 15.82
2005-06 Phoenix NHL 3 1 0 1 +1 2 5 20.00
2005-06 San Antonio AHL 23 8 6 14 -3 13 - -
2005-06 Manchester AHL 31 10 6 16 -3 23 - -
2005-06 Total Mcr/SA AHL 54 18 12 30 -6 36 - -
2005-06 HC Geneve-Servette Swi 7 5 2 7 - 6 - -
2005-06 EHC Basel Swi 4 0 2 2 - 4 - -
2004-05 Manchester AHL 38 23 31 54 +13 16 91 25.27
2003-04 Manchester AHL 66 14 28 42 +5 22 127 11.02
2002-03 Manchester AHL 78 16 21 37 -6 26 146 10.96
2001-02 Manchester AHL - - - - - - - -
2001-02 Baie-Comeau QMJHL 66 56 69 125 +30 63 - -
2000-01 Baie-Comeau QMJHL 70 67 68 135 +26 62 - -
1999-00 Baie-Comeau QMJHL 67 31 61 92 0 14 - -
1998-99 Baie-Comeau QMJHL 63 10 20 30 -23 31 - -
1997-98 Cap-de-la-Madelaine QAAA 42 29 50 79 - 26 - -
Submitted by Habs fan in SF on Fri, 07/25/2008 - 16:50.
it looks like Los Angeles and Pheonix couldn't make up their mind with this kid. this is hilarious (playing a little hot potato?):
Trades
09-Mar-06 Phoenix Coyotes traded Tim Jackman to the Los Angeles Kings for Yanick Lehoux.
25-Nov-05 Los Angeles Kings claimed Yanick Lehoux off waivers from the Phoenix Coyotes.
05-Nov-05 Phoenix Coyotes claimed Yanick Lehoux off waivers from the Los Angeles Kings.
24-Jun-00 Drafted by the Los Angeles Kings in the 3rd round (86th overall) in 2000.
Submitted by Connecticut Man1 on Fri, 07/25/2008 - 17:08.
Both teams must have really liked something about him. Or were their GMs at the time the same tools in Vancouver and St. Louis now? (I am just kidding there)
Submitted by The Teacher on Fri, 07/25/2008 - 16:45.
I remember the name doing quite well in the Q, but since he's been a pro, not so much. Maybe he has "character".
Laraque will make them Pay the Price!
Submitted by Connecticut Man1 on Fri, 07/25/2008 - 17:04.
One of his Q awards was an athlete/academic one. Gainey takes a lot of college kids. He would fall under the kind of players Gainey looks for.
Submitted by Habs fan in SF on Fri, 07/25/2008 - 16:41.
despite the decent numbers in the AHL, he looks like a career minor leaguer to me.
Submitted by showey47 on Fri, 07/25/2008 - 16:51.
4 points in 10 nhl games isn't bad. Considering it was probably all 4th line duty. Chances are he is a depth move for hamilton but he is a right handed center, something we don't have. He may challenge the chipper for the 4th line center position.
Submitted by Habs fan in SF on Fri, 07/25/2008 - 16:57.
i wouldn't say 32 pts over 80 games is that great. the only concern i have is despite putting up good numbers in the AHL he was never really given a shot with pheonix or los angeles - and i would think any guy with good talent would have been given a good opportunity. i wouldn't say 10 NHL games with those clubs over several seasons is saying much about this kid.
Submitted by Habs fan in SF on Fri, 07/25/2008 - 16:59.
what i mean by 32 pts is i used his 4pts / 10 games and made a projection of what it would be over 80 games (4 x 8).
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