Mitico12 Posted March 20, 2013 Share Posted March 20, 2013 At a $4,000,000 cap hit, it may seem a bit expensive, but I think Stafford's well documented struggles in Buffalo could bode well for a team that is desperate to add a RW that can score, and perhaps Stafford to NJ could offer a fresh start to the struggling winger and maybe even help boost Zajac's confidence a bit. Thoughts? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hystyk28 Posted March 20, 2013 Share Posted March 20, 2013 If you make that move, it should have been done when #9 was here, as ZP wanted some American buddies in the room to hold hands with. So unless #9 comes back in the deal, I say pass on Stafford. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mitico12 Posted March 20, 2013 Author Share Posted March 20, 2013 $4million is what scares me, however, I think if we can get him "on the cheap" using only a few scarce pieces here and there it is something worth entertaining. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Devilsfan118 Posted March 20, 2013 Share Posted March 20, 2013 If you make that move, it should have been done when #9 was here, as ZP wanted some American buddies in the room to hold hands with. So unless #9 comes back in the deal, I say pass on Stafford. I'm not sure how Zach had any relevance in this whatsoever. If he could be acquired at a discount, sure. Are the Sabres lacking in the D department? How many years on his deal? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zubie#8 Posted March 20, 2013 Share Posted March 20, 2013 I'm not sure how Zach had any relevance in this whatsoever. If he could be acquired at a discount, sure. Are the Sabres lacking in the D department? How many years on his deal? Im pretty sure they are best buds and one of them was the best man for the others wedding. He is just cracking a joke I hope. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chuck the Duck Posted March 20, 2013 Share Posted March 20, 2013 I'd rather have Pominville. I don't think Stafford is that great, and wouldn't give up much to get him. Can definitely see Buffalo trade him at the deadline though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mitico12 Posted March 20, 2013 Author Share Posted March 20, 2013 I believe he has 2 years left on his deal which pays him $4 mil per. I'm not sure what Buffalo needs, but they certainly haven't been all that great defensively this year. I think perhaps a good two-way center would serve their needs, and with the addition of Loki to our center depth chart, that makes a guy like Josefsson expendable and perhaps an attractive option for Buffalo. I'm thinking Jofer and a pick would be enough to land a very underproductive and expensive Stafford from Buffalo. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zubie#8 Posted March 20, 2013 Share Posted March 20, 2013 Send Tallinder there, they need to get Myers back on track. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mitico12 Posted March 20, 2013 Author Share Posted March 20, 2013 I'd rather have Pominville. I don't think Stafford is that great, and wouldn't give up much to get him. Can definitely see Buffalo trade him at the deadline though. Pominville is arguably one of their best forwards so I don't see Buffalo even considering a trade for Pominville. Please note, I also would prefer Pominville over Stafford too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
P-Way Chief 11 Posted March 20, 2013 Share Posted March 20, 2013 $4M is reasonable for a 50 point, 27 year old player. Give them back tallinder and there's $3M. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GoArmySports Posted March 20, 2013 Share Posted March 20, 2013 I'm not sure how Zach had any relevance in this whatsoever. If he could be acquired at a discount, sure. Are the Sabres lacking in the D department? How many years on his deal? He has two years after this season. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coldply123 Posted March 20, 2013 Share Posted March 20, 2013 Stafford is terrible. No thanks. Id rather keep Clarkson and pay him if the only alternative is Stafford. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pepperkorn Posted March 20, 2013 Share Posted March 20, 2013 I'd rather have Jo... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mitico12 Posted March 20, 2013 Author Share Posted March 20, 2013 I think Stafford would be a serviceable winger, however, the $4 million scares me, unless we can purge ourself of Tallinder's salary in the process. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Devilsfan118 Posted March 20, 2013 Share Posted March 20, 2013 (edited) Accidental post Edited March 20, 2013 by Devilsfan118 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pepperkorn Posted March 20, 2013 Share Posted March 20, 2013 on purpose post. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eaglejelly Posted March 20, 2013 Share Posted March 20, 2013 Accidental post That’s what Kovy keeps saying 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The 29th Pick Posted March 21, 2013 Share Posted March 21, 2013 That’s what Kovy keeps saying good one! but he has been clanking the post a lot lately Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CarpathianForest Posted March 21, 2013 Share Posted March 21, 2013 Accidental post That's what Moose wishes he could say. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Onddeck Posted March 21, 2013 Share Posted March 21, 2013 I believe he has 2 years left on his deal which pays him $4 mil per. I'm not sure what Buffalo needs, but they certainly haven't been all that great defensively this year. I think perhaps a good two-way center would serve their needs, and with the addition of Loki to our center depth chart, that makes a guy like Josefsson expendable and perhaps an attractive option for Buffalo. I'm thinking Jofer and a pick would be enough to land a very underproductive and expensive Stafford from Buffalo. I think that pretty much sums it up.. If I could name a kind of player that Lou would NEVER trade for.. its a player that is, "underproductive and expensive." But he's Lou, I guess if he sees something he sees something. Definitely don't get your hopes up Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Devs1965 Posted March 21, 2013 Share Posted March 21, 2013 I think that pretty much sums it up.. If I could name a kind of player that Lou would NEVER trade for.. its a player that is, "underproductive and expensive." But he's Lou, I guess if he sees something he sees something. Definitely don't get your hopes up As much as I would like to see Lou go and trade for a top teir forward, he just is not the type he grows from within and bargin hunts occasionally he will get a rental. I still think having to except the Kovalchuck trade almost killed him but I would love to see him find some fire power from somewhere and soon. Because no matter who your goalie is you need to score and more than 2 goals. Lets Go Devils !!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CarpathianForest Posted March 21, 2013 Share Posted March 21, 2013 Hate to say it, but Lou's not going to make any big splashes. You want a team that goes out and gets top talent from other teams then you're better off being a Penguins fan or something. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nmm90392 Posted March 21, 2013 Share Posted March 21, 2013 good one! but he has been clanking the post a lot lately Pretty sure kovy has hit like 3 posts in the last 2 games Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Uncle Albert Posted March 21, 2013 Share Posted March 21, 2013 Hate to say it, but Lou's not going to make any big splashes. You want a team that goes out and gets top talent from other teams then you're better off being a Penguins fan or something. Agreed ! I highly doubt Lou makes a big splash in the market. I think we will do battle with the players we have, We're getting some of our starters back. Marty and Loktionov, and hopefully Zubs real soon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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