5. Brandon Sutter (1G, 3A, 4p) In his first 20 NHL games he has looked phenomenal. He does not get huge amounts of Ice time but he does play well on Special Teams. He is worth trading because he may take some time to reach his full potential as he only has 4 points. His face-off skills are not too hot as he his only 39.4% off the draw. He has the ability to make plays he just seems too lanky at times. If he could improve his 3.1 scoring percentage, he would be a much better player and a good player for a team in the future.
4. Tuomo Ruutu (9G, 6A, 15P) He is probably one of the best players we have right now, but because he is so good we could get a lot in return. With 69 hits he is 20th on the list. He will throw his body around, stick up for his teammates, and he can score. He is averaging a point every 30:12 of ice time and his scoring percentage is 17.6. His stats are so good we could get several great players because he is in such high demand. When he was with Chicago he seemed to have some injury issues with his back and ankle. That may just be because he was with a bad organization like the Blackhawks. He is a Restricted Free Agent at the end of the year, the way he is playing could mean either a huge salary increase (He is currently paid $2.25 million) or he will leave for another team. He would be hard to lose but if we got some great players in return it wouldn't be that bad.
3. Chad LaRose (7G, 2A, 9P) He is not really a bad player for any team. With an average of 13:02 of ice time per game he has about one point every 3 games. For a fourth line player this is not that bad. Rosey does seem a little inconsistent when he is moved up to the third line, though. He works really hard when he gets the chance and probably deserves more than he is paid. His $875,000 salary expires after this season and he will want more. "The Chuck Norris of Hockey" is a team morale booster and crowd morale booster because of the constant energy he has. (That would be greatly missed). I doubt we could get much in return but some teams may be looking for this kind of player.
2. Cam Ward (8W, 7L, 2OTL) There is not much I could say about Wardo other than the fact that is VERY, VERY inconsistent. His goals against average is a mediocre 2.68 and his save percentage is ironically the same number I would call when he is having a bad night, .911. For his $2.5 million salary, that is not up to par. Sometimes he seems as if he is not concentrating about the game (Have you ever noticed, since he got married he has been much more inconsistent). He is a good guy but I think it is time for him to be moved on so we can get a goalie that can play at least a half-a$$ game.
1. Matt Cullen (7G, 3A, 10P) Yeah, he was good during our cup run, but he is just not playing well anymore. He used to excel in his creativity and he could always make a play. He also has had to deal with a larger amount of injuries which has slowed down his style of play. If a team is looking to pay the $2.8 million he makes he would be a good third line center. Maybe he can play somewhere where he he can have a bigger role. He is just not needed around here anymore.
Here is 5 players that would fit in well with our team. If you disagree feel free to leave a comment.
5. Niklas Backstrom (Goalie: 14W, 8L, 1OTL). Honestly, we could use either Niklas Backstrom but the Minnesota Wild Goalie would do better for us. He is much more consistent than any goalie we've had since the lockout. With his 2.26 Goals against average and his .925 save percentage he is worth every cent. He has the 4th spot on the GAA list and the 3rd spot on the save percentage list for all goalies who have played 15 games or more. He performs great under pressure and he relies almost too much on technique and positioning. He is coming off a hot streak with a 1.01 GAA and .962 save percentage in the last two games. Worth trading Ward and a few prospects or draft picks. Watch him here.
4. Devin Setoguchi (13G, 17A, 30P) This player would add the speed and goal-scoring instincts we lost in Erik Cole. He is just coming into his prime at age 21 and looks to be an excellent player for years too come. He can be used whenever, wherever you want. This is a skill hardly any of our players have. According to Sportsnet he has the potential to be a top-six forward. He score a point every 14:27 of ice time and at $850,000 he is a steal. He has scored 16 points in his last 11 games played. I would love too see this guy on our team as it would definitely increase our game speed. Worth trading Ruutu with maybe a draft pick in return. Watch him here. Yes that's John Forslund.
3. Mikael Samuelsson (5G, 16A, 21P) The Canes need some leadership. At age 31, Samuelsson would provide the leadership and passing abilities to maximize this teams effort in winning. He plays great in all three zones and would compliment Brind'Amour's Selke trophy winning style of play. He does not have the size some players possess, but he can make the play. His injury issues could be a problem, but his 2-way style of play is always interesting to watch. Maybe worth trading Cullen. Watch him here.
2. Milan Lucic (8G, 10A, 18P) Well you cant say he doesn't hit hard. With 113 Hits, he leads the league. His 220 pound 6'4" frame allows him to lay bone crushing hits. He stands up for his teammates and also has a little scoring touch. At age 20, and with only a $585,000 salary he looks to be a future all-star. His contract does not expire until 2010 which gives us a little breathing room. There is not much more I can say, he has 4 power play points, he is +12 and he has a point about every 24 minutes of ice time. If I were Jim Rutherford, I would definitely try and get this guy. I don't what to trade for this guy but damn we need him. TKO!
1. Alex Semin (13G, 15A, 28P) The other Alex for Washington. He seems to have the same level of skills for half the money. In only 17 games he had 28 points. He has 6 power play points, he has scored on 25.5% of his shots, and he scores every 11:35 of ice time. He does all this at age 24. He can score many goals and he has the offensive wizardry to make you say "Did that just happen". His skills can make you wince they are so good. Those 7 points in 2 games against us. Yeah you know what I'm talking about. He is one hell of a player, he would fit in great with almost any line, and and he would make us more of a division powerhouse over Washington. I'd trade Staal and maybe I could get someone else in return. Maybe Brashear :)
As long as we don't trade for Joe Sakic. Or as long as we don't trade for a guy that spreads his legs when he sees other guys. (That could be a problem)
Posts
No comments:
Post a Comment