tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14427229.post1995343663268123815..comments2023-08-26T10:21:07.251-04:00Comments on Japers' Rink: Caps Sign PotiJPhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13144581988817631208noreply@blogger.comBlogger64125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14427229.post-25166390273303683202007-07-02T00:16:00.000-04:002007-07-02T00:16:00.000-04:00We have cap room now: Semin, OV, etc. due big rais...We have cap room now: Semin, OV, etc. due big raises starting next year.Unknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14235054856583026039noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14427229.post-9350325171952694302007-07-01T23:08:00.000-04:002007-07-01T23:08:00.000-04:00Mike - agreed that we don't need to overpay, but w...Mike - agreed that we don't need to overpay, but with the cap room we have, we can at least take a shot at some names this season. Otherwise, every good name will get picked right off the board, just as I've feared.<BR/><BR/>I'm at least hoping we didn't opt for the "cheaper alternative" in Poti over Souray.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14427229.post-24678638316083548162007-07-01T22:13:00.000-04:002007-07-01T22:13:00.000-04:00wes-i am glad we don't do what the flyers do, tha...wes-i am glad we don't do what the flyers do, that deal for the two preds' def was ridiculous and the briere deal is the same, 8 years? i am glad we are not breaking the bank on one guy or two guys if your the rangers....everyone was mad that we didn't spend a bunch on chara last year and we saw how that helped the bruins out, with a solid stay at home d, a strong center that can help backstrom Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14427229.post-74273812370982620612007-07-01T22:09:00.000-04:002007-07-01T22:09:00.000-04:00ted-thanks for the info...yea allison would come c...ted-thanks for the info...yea allison would come cheap and he seems like he's really motivated to do well...i would like to see<BR/>nylander, if not then yashin, if not both of them then allison or lang....Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14427229.post-82885417186463908852007-07-01T22:05:00.000-04:002007-07-01T22:05:00.000-04:00Mike:I think Lang is 36 or 37 and had a relatively...Mike:<BR/><BR/>I think Lang is 36 or 37 and had a relatively poor showing in the playoffs. I still would consider him an upgrade at Center and maybe if no one signs him, he might come at a good price.<BR/><BR/>Another former Cap is out there too as I hear Allison is trying to make a comeback. Although he's a little slow for the new NHL, he still has great hands and can dish the puck with the mrsmitty91https://www.blogger.com/profile/10549429883399202881noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14427229.post-74738312433094542002007-07-01T22:01:00.000-04:002007-07-01T22:01:00.000-04:00I'll start off by saying that I do love the Caps.....I'll start off by saying that I do love the Caps.... they have been my home team all my life. I'm a realist though, which also stands for honesty. That being said, I really want to still be a Caps fan for this upcoming season. <BR/><BR/>Actually, I think the Caps did okay for the money with Poti. I like the Kozlov deal too. But to see Briere and Drury snatched immediately is disheartening. At Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14427229.post-22773331775193748032007-07-01T21:41:00.000-04:002007-07-01T21:41:00.000-04:00where is our #1 center(nylander)where is our #1 center(nylander)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14427229.post-40621049799892059432007-07-01T21:15:00.000-04:002007-07-01T21:15:00.000-04:00And I think Kozlov at C or RW depends on what else...And I think Kozlov at C or RW depends on what else happens this off-season. One reason that he's a good signing is that he fits at either spot.Unknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14235054856583026039noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14427229.post-45043007235935411232007-07-01T21:09:00.000-04:002007-07-01T21:09:00.000-04:00They're still probably about $3M under the floor.They're still probably about $3M under the floor.Unknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14235054856583026039noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14427229.post-28755238685525747632007-07-01T21:07:00.000-04:002007-07-01T21:07:00.000-04:00has anyone heard anything about lang? isnt he UFA?...has anyone heard anything about lang? isnt he UFA? If nylander/yashin didnt work out-is he an option or is he too pricy?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14427229.post-76053759778937812042007-07-01T21:02:00.000-04:002007-07-01T21:02:00.000-04:00I think you're right: 4 vs 8.I think you're right: 4 vs 8.mrsmitty91https://www.blogger.com/profile/10549429883399202881noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14427229.post-2472071932826049672007-07-01T20:54:00.000-04:002007-07-01T20:54:00.000-04:004 instead of 8 i think4 instead of 8 i thinkAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14427229.post-83469568839711736162007-07-01T20:50:00.000-04:002007-07-01T20:50:00.000-04:00Too bad on the Sim deal. I was hoping he'd go to ...Too bad on the Sim deal. I was hoping he'd go to a Western team that would only play the Caps once every two years. At least we only have to face him 5 times instead of seven.mrsmitty91https://www.blogger.com/profile/10549429883399202881noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14427229.post-12962522271549324992007-07-01T20:42:00.000-04:002007-07-01T20:42:00.000-04:00The Islander strike back in anger for stealing two...The Islander strike back in anger for stealing two of their players- they have signed Jon Sim to a three year deal.Andrew Urbenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17096469068266341243noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14427229.post-36264742581592815362007-07-01T20:34:00.000-04:002007-07-01T20:34:00.000-04:00I kinda think they'll have one or two more to sign...I kinda think they'll have one or two more to sign up. I also think they'll still look to make a trade as well. <BR/><BR/>they have a glut of defenders and will have to find a spot for one or two. Though that type of move probably will come in training camp.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14427229.post-40051093469383770692007-07-01T20:29:00.000-04:002007-07-01T20:29:00.000-04:00i remember reading that the Caps need to add 3-4 p...i remember reading that the Caps need to add 3-4 players, so we'll probably have at least one more signing.NShttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16674174944735455991noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14427229.post-41487206770061342132007-07-01T20:26:00.000-04:002007-07-01T20:26:00.000-04:00I would like to hope GMGM isn't done yet. Kozlov ...I would like to hope GMGM isn't done yet. Kozlov is a half a point per game player throughout his career. Probably a better winger than pivot. Could GM be thinking he will be used on the second line opposite Semin? Ovie would certainly help with his point production though.<BR/><BR/>As of now, the top tier UFA pivots are gone. Nylander would still be a great pickup. <BR/><BR/>Yahsin and mrsmitty91https://www.blogger.com/profile/10549429883399202881noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14427229.post-54384072878454020222007-07-01T20:18:00.000-04:002007-07-01T20:18:00.000-04:00I guess that depends if Caps can get Nylander/othe...I guess that depends if Caps can get Nylander/other respectable center. Happy with the Kozlov deal.NShttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16674174944735455991noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14427229.post-545901617823388372007-07-01T20:16:00.001-04:002007-07-01T20:16:00.001-04:00Is Kozlov our RW or C signing? That's what I'm try...Is Kozlov our RW or C signing? That's what I'm trying to figure out.Andrew Urbenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17096469068266341243noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14427229.post-36727105963285910052007-07-01T20:16:00.000-04:002007-07-01T20:16:00.000-04:00apparently kozlov 2.5/year for 2 years, good deal ...apparently kozlov 2.5/year for 2 years, good deal i think, 25 goals last season 26 assists....played with ovy before...does this mean we wont go after nylander?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14427229.post-25609886550111341802007-07-01T20:15:00.000-04:002007-07-01T20:15:00.000-04:00Not sure how they got them both. With Jagr's subs...Not sure how they got them both. With Jagr's subsidy by the Caps expiring this year, it will be interesting to see how they can fill the rest of the roster. <BR/><BR/>Rangers will be potent with that kind of play-making down the center on two lines. Nylander is definitely looking for employment now.<BR/><BR/>Not sure what to think about Kozlov yet.mrsmitty91https://www.blogger.com/profile/10549429883399202881noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14427229.post-2769873477516162562007-07-01T20:05:00.000-04:002007-07-01T20:05:00.000-04:00Caps just signed Kozlov.Caps just signed Kozlov.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14088863731565057007noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14427229.post-74696395230899925992007-07-01T19:56:00.000-04:002007-07-01T19:56:00.000-04:00How in the hell did the Rangers manage to get both...How in the hell did the Rangers manage to get both Drury and Gomez.Andrew Urbenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17096469068266341243noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14427229.post-54100133890756327942007-07-01T18:57:00.000-04:002007-07-01T18:57:00.000-04:00Poti is a respectable acquisition. I think the C...Poti is a respectable acquisition. I think the Caps were looking to immediately improve the power play, and based on last years performance, I think it will improve.<BR/><BR/>Kinda glad to see Danielle go to Philly, now it gives me even more reason to boo him when he comes to the booth.mrsmitty91https://www.blogger.com/profile/10549429883399202881noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14427229.post-92093199440485557892007-07-01T18:01:00.000-04:002007-07-01T18:01:00.000-04:00From The Forth Period:5:50pm - The Capitals have s...From The Forth Period:<BR/><BR/>5:50pm - The Capitals have spoken to Alexei Yashin over the past few days and are interested in him, but will wait to see how the rest of today unfolds before possibly moving forward.<BR/><BR/>Meh, if we can't get Nylander and the Marleu trade rumors are false, I'd take him.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com