Elias FTW

Bergfors has got to be chomping at the bit. Especially because he's had small doses of the NHL. IMO, in his VERY limited amount of ice time he looked good

Really, I'm pretty sure Elias is our all time leading scorer. And obviously Elias does have leadership qualities or else Julien wouldn't have named him captain.

I'm, hoping Bergfors can have a 20-25-45 season. But that might be a little optimistic

What I don't get is why everyone thinks Jamie is a good captain? Just cause he produced for one season, because of his playing style? The fact is he takes stupid penalties at the worst possible time, and he whines often. Look, I love the guy but Elias is a more logical answer. He's been here way longer, he plays in every situation (I''m aware Langs does too), but in my opinion he leads by example. Sure he may not be the most vocal player but neither was Stevens. I think his loyalty is amazing and it definitely rivals Marty's.

Do you happen to know what Zajac's terms are or just speculating? no its speculation. But its gotta be cheaper than arbitration

Thank you Lou, and to boot we definitely got him cheaper than if he went to arbitration so maybe that frees up another million for a 2nd line center

any chance Tedenby makes the team?

wow this could really turn into a mess. i cant fathom that lou would offer an unfair contract to zajac especially after what has happened on july 1st (or lack there of). Either zajac thinks too highly of himself or lou wtf

I haven't really heard much on this board about Mike Comrie. Before going to Ottawa he seemed like he had some real skill on a terrible Islanders team. Do you think he could fill the 2nd line center vacancy?

He scored 23 goals two seasons ago for the NYR and its not like he was playing with the most talented people here.

eh the D was solid enough, they just played soft at the worst times

Maybe it is a little too much money but Nash has never had a legit #1 center like a Backstrom. I have no doubt in my mind that if he had a great center he would be hovering around the 50 goal mark perennially.

I dont understand, they have plenty of physical players (Pronger, Cote, Alberts, Carcillo) why?

is anderson a ufa?

Why Calgary? Kipper is not as good as people think, i believe they will struggle offensively without Cammalleri

I don't see why you say that. It was clear that he didn't want to be here if he lied about all of this.

What a truly classy thing to do Brent

I remember in 03' when Lou traded up to the 17th spot to get Parise, even though it was a deep draft. Does anyone think the Devils will try and target someone?

Tomas Tatar

14 can't believe i missed hasek

It seems like the guy has alot of natural ability. But seems like it could be a boom or bust kinda thing. I wouldnt draft him

The fact of the matter is, 15 goals won't cut it for a 5 million a yr guy. Obviously the injury greatly hindered his speed and with some talented line mates there is absolutely no reason he can't get 25-30 goals

You were at the game?

wow

People are so quick to bash Crosby to realize the actual CLASSLESS things like that. I guess this compares with Crosby complaing about the hats