32 Thoughts: The latest on Jakob Chychrun and the NHL trade market

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32 Thoughts: The latest on Jakob Chychrun and the NHL trade market

• Are wholesome scratches for “trade-related causes” an issue?
• The place is (*32*) prepared to go?
• The Remington Group’s attention-grabbing NHL historical past as they bid for Senators

Scariest time of the yr to write down. A lot can change with one cellphone name, and I come throughout wanting even dumber than common.

With that in thoughts, right here goes:

Everybody’s questioning about Jakob Chychrun. It’s now 4 days since Arizona scratched him for “trade-related causes.” We’ve seen gamers depart groups whereas ready to be moved (Jonathan Drouin from Tampa Bay in 2016; Felix Potvin from Toronto in 1998). However it’s extraordinarily uncommon to have a corporation announce one thing is coming, then maintain on to a participant this lengthy. 

Becoming for planet Earth in 2023, there are wild conspiracy theories:

• That, initially, Chychrun was not sat upfront of a trade, he was benched for being victimized on Caleb Jones’ additional time winner final Friday evening in Chicago’s 4-3 win over Arizona. (I’m not shopping for this one.)

• That Chychrun was not sat for a right away deal, however “bubble-wrapped” as a result of he suffered a (very minor) twinge and Arizona doesn’t wish to threat it. A number of golf equipment imagine this to be the case, and you may see how it’s attainable. 

Chychrun’s executed his job. He’s eleventh amongst defencemen in points-per-game and is plus-10 at five-on-five for a workforce that’s minus-25. His trade worth won’t ever be increased, and he’d like this saga to finish. Each participant and workforce profit from this type of a call.

Numerous the focus is on Los Angeles, and for good purpose. The Kings and Coyotes have danced round Chychrun for fairly a while, with talks heating and cooling at completely different factors. Along with the whole lot else, Los Angeles likes that Chychrun has time period — preferring that to an unsigned rental.

A number of sources warned final weekend to not proclaim a trade to Los Angeles as near completion, and they had been proper. The place the data breaks down is why the two sides haven’t been in a position to shut. One concept is easy: that the Kings have a standing supply, and the Coyotes don’t prefer it sufficient to just accept. One other is extra sophisticated: that some contracts wanted to be moved, and the two sides couldn’t make it work. No matter the case, too late to make a Valentine’s Day match.

The Kings have made it clear — each internally and externally — that Quinton Byfield and Brandt Clarke won’t be traded.

So if not the Kings, then who? Boston’s thought-about the concept, however I don’t know the way possible that’s. Different golf equipment that make sense, however seem like out embrace Edmonton, Florida and Toronto. I’ve puzzled about Winnipeg. However, as you will have seen on Twitter, Columbus makes lots of sense.

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The Blue Jackets pulled Vladislav Gavrikov from the lineup — additionally for trade-related causes. We’re now greater than 24 hours since that occurred, and I spend waaaaaay an excessive amount of time on social media to imagine in coincidences. Columbus completely pays the worth Arizona covets (not together with their 2023 first-rounder, in fact) and would have much more asset energy ought to Gavrikov be traded first.

The problem: I don’t assume Chychrun could be completely satisfied. In any respect. That’s an unlimited promote job for the Blue Jackets, particularly as a result of he was promised a trade to a contender. Columbus desires to ship a message to its followers this season was unacceptable, but it surely’s an extended street again.

So, we wait. So does Chychrun, and each second have to be excruciating.

32 THOUGHTS

1. A pair folks have requested if this trade included Karel Vejmelka. As you’d anticipate, I imagine his title got here up. We’ll see what occurs, however early indications are that it made the transfer a lot too advanced. 

2. Gavrikov doesn’t match the Kings, until he agrees to an extension. However he’s Boston, Edmonton and Toronto to some extent. (All the time assume there are others I don’t consider, or uncover.) The different rental lefty I ponder about for this group is Seattle’s Carson Soucy. The Kraken aren’t Krazy about merely letting him stroll. 

3. From a aggressive standpoint, the place does this take us? As a result of Chychrun appears snug with Arizona’s transfer, the NHLPA most likely wouldn’t intrude. Commissioner Gary Bettman’s brushed apart questions on gamers sitting out, however these had been events the place the trade got here fast. That is uncharted territory. Some executives and coaches identified that each the Blue Jackets (Minnesota twice, Winnipeg, Dallas, Edmonton, Buffalo) and Coyotes (Tampa Bay, Los Angeles, Calgary, Nashville, Dallas) are enjoying groups both battling for the playoffs or jostling for seeding/home-ice benefit. One, maaaaaaybe two video games could be understood. However we go longer, and there’s a respectable discomfort. Andre Tourigny has the Coyotes enjoying arduous, although.

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4. Earlier than we get again to extra deadline concerns, wished to deal with a unbroken story. On Wednesday, Diamond Sports activities Group introduced it might skip a $140 million fee, thereby getting into a 30-day grace interval that probably results in a chapter submitting. It’s not the most front-facing sports activities story, however it’s a monumental enterprise improvement.

Lots of our nice US-based followers watch regional NHL video games on Bally’s, which is owned by Diamond. This collapse is being felt throughout hockey, MLB and the NBA with greater than 40 groups and virtually $1.8B in rights charges in danger. The NHL had a Board of Governors assembly hours after the announcement. Finest I can collect, there’s nonetheless no absolute readability the place that is going. The excellent news is groups expect to be paid for the time being, the dangerous information is, apparently, some groups have been warned it won’t be the full quantity.

The worst-case state of affairs is {that a} chapter permits Bally’s (or whoever finally ends up controlling it) to stroll away from the whole lot, however the extra possible end result appears to be that it’s going to pick-and-choose what it desires to maintain and what it could drop or attempt to restructure. So, in case you’re a worthwhile regional property, you are feeling pretty much as good as you may. If not, you’re sweating until these leagues provide you with a superb backup plan.

And, we additionally fear a couple of potential impact on the cap. MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred, talking in Phoenix, mentioned, “Clearly our first selection could be that Diamond pay the golf equipment what they’re contractually obligated to pay them, however as a result of I suppose I’m a contingency planner by nature, we’re ready it doesn’t matter what occurs to be sure that video games can be found to followers of their native markets.” He added that MLB might promote video games to different suppliers, however admitted it might be very troublesome to equal rights charges that might be misplaced. 

5. Spent lots of time watching Patrick Kane the previous couple of video games. There’s a number of issues I believe right here. First and foremost, I believe actuality setting in has been an unlimited shock. It doesn’t matter what was pitched to him, or what he was instructed, it certain looks like there was hope/want to remain at the least one other season. Barring that, the Rangers had been his first selection. Now, we’re not taking a look at both choice, so he’s shocked.

Individuals who know Kane are satisfied he’s nonetheless received lots to supply and badly needs to indicate it some other place. Wednesday in Toronto was an ideal alternative to make a splash on an enormous stage, but it surely was an unpleasant 5-2 loss. I perceive how a lot shedding sucks, and he’s reeling from what’s occurring. However he’s received to do two issues: let everybody know the place he’s prepared to go (if anyplace) and put on a present in the meantime. Kane clearly is irritated about the hypothesis surrounding his hip, however he’s received to indicate it’s not a difficulty.

I believe Edmonton’s , and has reached out. I believe Dallas has thought-about it. I’ve puzzled about Vegas, and my perception is Toronto desires to know whether or not or not its truly in the combine earlier than contemplating something. As one GM mentioned Wednesday, “If Patrick Kane is you, you must give it some thought.” It is a sophisticated deal, and I’m undecided how for much longer anybody is prepared to attend. You don’t wish to be the deserted bride at the altar.

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6. It’s quiet on Jonathan Toews till he’s again with the workforce. There continues to be lots of dialogue round Chicago’s defencemen (except for Seth Jones), and a bit quieter round the forwards. One workforce indicated the Blackhawks “swung for the fences” with their ask for Sam Lafferty, which is the proper factor to do, though it didn’t go anyplace for now. There’s undoubtedly a perception Max Domi needs to remain. 

7. Cole Guttman made his NHL debut for the Blackhawks in Wednesday’s loss. From California, he was chosen a hundred and eightieth by Tampa Bay in 2017, gained an NCAA title with Denver final season and signed with Chicago in August. However it was becoming he made his debut in Toronto. The Guttman household got here to Canada from a German Displaced Individuals camp in 1951. Cole’s paternal grandfather, Joe, was considered one of 9 brothers and sisters who survived the struggle, together with their dad and mom. Joe married Cole’s grandmother, Fran, and moved west. Cole’s dad and mom took a red-eye to see his debut. The Guttmans ran a golf event — Hyperlinks for Studying — that raised greater than $4M for particular wants youngsters. Nice second for all of them.

8. Toronto GM Kyle Dubas is doing his greatest to cover his intentions, however I imagine he’s taking a look at a ahead. The fourth line’s been a mishmash, and whether or not he provides somebody for that spot or goals increased and pushes down one other ahead to strengthen the general group — he’s going to deal with it. That doesn’t imply he gained’t think about including to the blue line, however he’s deeper there than up-front.

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9. Edmonton’s dollar-in and dollar-out. That’s not information. GM Ken Holland is ready to attend to see the sellers sweat. He’s been doing this since earlier than cavemen invented fireplace, so he gained’t panic. Take a look at how we’ve been getting ready for large Oilers waivers information, and he’s delayed virtually per week. (The Lamoriello rule: “If in case you have time, use it.”) I do assume he’s checked on Patrick Kane. They’ve appeared into Erik Karlsson, though there’s actual scepticism San Jose could be prepared to eat 40 per cent of that contract till it’s over. Shayne Gostisbehere pursuits them, though there are different choices. 

10. Holland has mentioned earlier than he’s cautious of gamers who are likely to have damage points, which is why I believe he’d hesitate on Joel Edmundson. Little doubt Edmundson would cherish that form of a playoff alternative, although.

11. Identical goes for Tyler Bertuzzi, who Holland drafted in Detroit. As Jeff Marek reported, Dallas and Tampa Bay are there, as effectively. The Stars are trying to find one other scorer.  

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12. A minimum of two groups — Carolina and New Jersey — are pushing on Timo Meier. Undoubtedly, there are extra. Toronto’s checked-in, everybody’s questioning about Vegas, and one coach mentioned Peter DeBoer’s data from San Jose makes Dallas an element, though I’ve received no concept if the Stars might do it. (I ponder about Boston. It’s an all-in yr for the Bruins, however how a lot do you wish to toy with such a particular combine?) 

13. Calgary’s being cautious, realizing this might find yourself being a summer time the place they must redefine who they’re. One factor they’re on the lookout for: a winger who can open-up area for Jonathan Huberdeau to create — like Anthony Duclair did in Florida. 

14. One exec on Vladimir Tarasenko: “He’s smiled extra in New York than he did all season in St. Louis.” That was the fear on the proficient winger, that he was so sad it affected his play. The Rangers are so energized by his arrival, that it reminds you the way a trade can elevate your workforce. Your gamers know possession and administration imagine in them; it’s like emotional steroids. Throughout the 2019 Stanley Cup run, Tarasenko performed by painful accidents and had moments the place he was an absolute bull on-ice. He’s completely satisfied and enjoying for a contract. The Rangers are going to learn.

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15. The Blues are 2-0 since that trade, and 11-4 with out Tarasenko this yr. Nonetheless extra items that curiosity many — from Ryan O’Reilly to Ivan Barbashev to Noel Acciari

16. It’s believed the Rangers are on the lookout for as excessive a draft decide as attainable for Vitali Kravtsov

17. The Remington Group, which received a dedication from Ryan Reynolds to hitch its possession bid for the Ottawa Senators, has an attention-grabbing historical past with the NHL. In 2013, a plan of theirs to construct a 20,000-seat enviornment in Markham, ON — in hopes of bringing a second workforce to Toronto — was crushed by metropolis council after residents made it clear public funding for the venture wouldn’t be well-received at election time. Then, Remington entered into severe discussions to buy the Arizona Coyotes, however abruptly backed away when sad with the actual property potential.

So, instantly there are questions on its curiosity right here — coveting the actual property rather more than the workforce. That’s why it most likely made Reynolds a pitch and buy choices different teams weren’t ready to, realizing the energy his public persona has over the course of. Our household was once in the development enterprise, and everybody knew Remington’s patriarch, Rudy Bratty, was to not be underestimated or trifled with. His youngsters run it now, and they’re nonetheless formidable. Numerous this comes right down to how a lot everybody’s prepared to bid, however one factor the NHL will wish to know is: will this possession be as keen about the workforce as a few of the different contenders?

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18. One particular person in the operating to purchase the workforce mentioned the franchise’s books look “higher than (he) anticipated.” He was sceptical this is able to be an $800M buy, however doesn’t really feel that approach anymore.

19. The Senators have instructed groups they gained’t trade Alex DeBrincat at this deadline. New possession will get a run at this, but when there isn’t a point of certainty at the draft, then we’ll see. I don’t assume MacKenzie Weegar is an choice now, however we are going to see how everybody (together with the Flames) really feel later. A number of time between then and now, a number of issues for each franchises to kind out. 

20. I do assume Washington is making an attempt to signal Dmitry Orlov

21. James van Riemsdyk’s curiosity seems to incorporate Dallas, Minnesota, Vegas and Winnipeg. I don’t imagine Philadelphia has any actual want to maneuver Travis Konecny until it’s a whopper of a suggestion. The Flyers are wanting, nonetheless, for centres.

22. As talked about on the pod, I’ve heard there’s been some speak round Nick Seeler. I can see it: good contract for an additional yr; low-maintenance man who performs arduous on your third pair. However I don’t imagine the Flyers are in a rush to try this, both.

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23. Whether or not now or at the draft, Minnesota is seeking to see what’s on the market for Jordan Greenway.

24. Additionally from Marek: hold a watch on Valtteri Pulli, a six-foot-six undrafted defenceman from Finland. He’s getting lots of curiosity. Can’t signal till after his season, lots of suspicion Sharks are circling round him. 

25. Saturday is the Rangers-Flames rematch from their entertaining, nasty affair at Madison Sq. Backyard. Mark Giordano mentioned he texted Milan Lucic about it post-game. Did you ask him why he let Sammy Blais knock him over? “Oh, he was fairly upset about that,” Giordano laughed, and then paused. “Yeah, he was fairly upset, that’s all I’ll say about that one.” Blais is gone now, however Lucic goes to be wired. 

26. In case you missed it: final week’s Hockey Evening in Canada pre-game featured a hilarious second with Columbus’s Erik Gudbranson. His spouse, Sarah, is a superb athlete, and there was video of her skating prowess. Gudbranson mentioned it’s an outdated joke at workforce Christmas skating events that GMs inform him, “We should always have signed her as an alternative.”

27. Toronto was a minus-600 favorite over Chicago for Wednesday’s recreation. The Motion Community’s Michael Leboff mentioned that made the Maple Leafs the fourth-biggest NHL favorite since 2006. The greatest was Colorado on Jan. 21, 2002 — a minus-702 towards Montreal. (The Avalanche gained 3-2.) Worst losses: Carolina to Pittsburgh on Feb. 9, 2006 and Dallas to Arizona on April 26, 2022. Each had been minus-500. 

28. One other buddy of the weblog, John Davis, sends this one: Since 2018-19, groups enjoying their first recreation after the All-Star break are 13-31 if going through somebody that had already performed. It was 10-31 till St. Louis, Winnipeg and Los Angeles gained the final three. 

29. Weekly NHLPA replace: we seem like getting near the Marty Walsh announcement as govt director. Throughout his interviews with the choice committee, Walsh nailed a significant rule of public talking — make a right away impression. Inside a really brief time, he rallied the gamers behind his imaginative and prescient.

30. You most likely noticed the unimaginable footage from the particular ALS charity recreation performed final week in Gavle, Sweden. In honour of Borje Salming, the occasion raised greater than $1M for his basis. One one who was there known as it “the best alumni recreation” he’s ever seen. Gamers had been going arduous in Salming’s honour.

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31. Monday was the Maple Leafs’ annual Blue and White Gala, and in case you’re internet hosting a charity occasion, I’d advocate stealing considered one of the concepts. A number of of the gamers did dwell “desk reads” of well-known film scenes. Michael Bunting (Jack Dawson) and Mark Giordano (Rose DeWitt Bukater) carried out the climactic scene in Titanic; Mitch Marner (Duke Calhoun) and John Tavares (Allie Hamilton) an argument from The Pocket book; Auston Matthews (Jerry Maguire) and William Nylander (Dorothy Boyd) the “You had me at hiya” scene from Jerry Maguire; Justin Holl and Alex Kerfoot the “Did we simply develop into greatest pals?” part from Stepbrothers; and TJ Brodie soloed Liam Neeson’s well-known cellphone name from Taken. (It’s most likely the most emotion I’ve ever seen from Brodie.) Nylander, Morgan Rielly and Wayne Simmonds additionally performed a recreation of Jeopardy. Numerous credit score to the gamers, who embraced the concepts. I embrace it as a result of the viewers liked it, and a contented viewers at a charity occasion is important. 

32. Watching this weekend for the digital launch of the film Drinkwater. Initially made in 1980 by Graham Feaser (who performed on the Grimsby Peach Kings about 15 years earlier than Kevin Bieksa did), it was re-written by Graham’s son Luke and launched at the 2021 Calgary Movie Pageant. Starring Eric McCormack, Daniel Doheny and Louriza Tronco, it options cameos by Duncan Keith and Scott Niedermayer as coaches of the Penticton Vees and Vernon Vipers. I’ve heard good issues, wanting ahead to having fun with it.

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