+/- says more about who a player played with and against than it does about the player. Habs fans are saying the guy is a third pairing D who played against weak competition. Fine
Habs fan here, Kovacevic does a good job, you'll like him, solid defenseman 6. He won't cause you trouble, he's got a nice personality. Not a flashy guy
I saw a couple of videos with him and fans and he seemed super chill with them. Looks like a good dude, plays a solid, smart defensive game, liking this trade alot
Agreed. Solid 6th. Was a little shakey when he joined Mtl, but showed to be a reliable big all a round d man. Mtl is flush with D men, so good bargain for NJ
I would much rather have Zadorov instead of Pesce but I will admit I am not familiar with the latter. I just want to bully the Rangers and make the Hughes feel safe out there.
Zadorov is a #6 defense man who can hit and stir the stir the pot. But his defense isn’t great. Pesce is a much more complete defender with less hitting
Either way its an upgrade for us but I'd rather if its 6 a year give it to Zadorov than Pesce, but either way wouldnt mind just hope Fitzgerald gets them at a good number
For forward i want Stamkos or Marchessault, skinner wouldnt be bad at all either but at the right price. I like this trade though and its an awesome cap hit, well see what Fitzy does tomorrow
I like the way you think. I like Pesce but I don’t want him at 6 mil. This will be a contract the team regrets just like Palat’s. If acquiring this guy allows the team to get bigger parts at other dpots it’s the right move.
Big dude, decent analytics, solid depth defensmen that's still on a 2-way contract. Nick DeSimone has a 1-way contract, so he's likely to start the season as the 7th defensemen. This will give Seamus Casey some time to cook in the AHL, while also avoiding the temptation of calling him up prematurely. From what I've been hearing, the Devil's are heavy contenders with pursuing both Brett Pesce and Brenden Dillon.
Hmmmm 🤔 First, I would not trust these "NHL insiders" to draft a fantasy team. Second, very interesting trade. Do not know much about this new guy except he is a house and doesn't do much offensively. Hopefully, he can provide some needed grit & actual defense on the backend. Sure does make Monday a whole lot more interesting. Would like to see a serious left handed Dman and a few more veteran forwards. As a fan, I am hoping for a Henrique or a Kane.
I really think all this is a depth move to pace Nemec's development in Utica. That's the most likely reason. He's a solid third pairing D-Man with a low cap hit, nothing more or less (look at his ATOI and giveaway/takeaway ration in Montreal, he's not top-4 looking. I can imagine other things, did before thinking about it, and I can be surprised but that's all this likely is. Also, pretty sure we can afford Pesce and Zadarov and still get a top-6 winger with our cap space unless the market is way hotter than I expect or Fitz messes up big time
We can, but is that the way to go?You figure Pesce (I saw rumors of) 6.2 and Zadorov at 6 thats already 12 with those two, then you have to re-up Mercer, I think hell get a bridge in the 3-4 range even if its 15-16 for those 3 players, you don't have much more for a forward unless its only one of those D and Fitzgerald gets a quality forward. Im so hoping its Stamkos or Marchessault but I doubt it
for a 4th pk, the Habs gave the Devils a gift. Sometimes a stocked full prospect pool helps other teams when a veteran has to go!!! A lower cap hit, huge body keep the puck out of the net dman. Can help the PK and a overall solid pro player. Ive heard a great dude in the locker room too. ONLY negative is I feel sorry for Kovacevic having to be coached by over rated Keefe. Although Devils fans dont know this quite yet but its coming
Thanks for the comment, im really looking forward to seeing Kovacevic with us, heard alot of good things about his game and off the ice as well from Canadiens fans. Curious to see the fun with all teams tomorrow and what they add.
That was a good trade. I still think the Devils will sign Pesce tomorrow. The Devils will only need to fill in 1 more position, and that's the top 6 forward.
His plus/ minus is great. Playing for Montreal and having a plus 11 is huge
It is, big guy and a fan favorite, im really looking forward to seeing him play
he was on third pair palying vs fourth liners
Hey thanks for noting.
You are very correct. A positive plus minus for a Dman for lowly Montreal is money 💰
@@arbor-sq4jk how many of our defenseman had a positive goal differential?
+/- says more about who a player played with and against than it does about the player. Habs fans are saying the guy is a third pairing D who played against weak competition. Fine
Habs fan here, Kovacevic does a good job, you'll like him, solid defenseman 6. He won't cause you trouble, he's got a nice personality. Not a flashy guy
Thanks man, that’s exactly what we need
I saw a couple of videos with him and fans and he seemed super chill with them. Looks like a good dude, plays a solid, smart defensive game, liking this trade alot
Agreed. Solid 6th. Was a little shakey when he joined Mtl, but showed to be a reliable big all a round d man. Mtl is flush with D men, so good bargain for NJ
+11 on a terrible Canadians team is an interesting note as well. Definitely a little twist on what we were expecting, we'll see what happens tomorrow.
Right lol, I was shocked at this trade, so excited for tomorrow, and what Fitzgerald will do
I've always liked Johnathan so I am thrilled 🎉 LFGD 💥
Me too, not the Flashy name but plays a safe dependable game out there
If we’re not paying out the nose for Z I love it. And it looks like that might be the move . Just like to have a top 6 forward to round it out
6×6 is what has been rumored so that is a bit high, but I'd rather give zadorov 6 than pesce 6.2 thats been rumored
Kovacevic is solid. Doesnt make too many mistakes. Reminds me of Brett Kulak. If hes on your 3rd pairing, it's because you have good defense.
I agree and I really like this trade. Underrated D man who plays a smart, sound game and is Huge
I would much rather have Zadorov instead of Pesce but I will admit I am not familiar with the latter. I just want to bully the Rangers and make the Hughes feel safe out there.
Zadorov is a #6 defense man who can hit and stir the stir the pot. But his defense isn’t great. Pesce is a much more complete defender with less hitting
Either way its an upgrade for us but I'd rather if its 6 a year give it to Zadorov than Pesce, but either way wouldnt mind just hope Fitzgerald gets them at a good number
Kovacevic is a depth piece. I like the trade and he sure is a big boy.
I would like to know if you would want to sign Jeff Skinner after his buyout.
For forward i want Stamkos or Marchessault, skinner wouldnt be bad at all either but at the right price. I like this trade though and its an awesome cap hit, well see what Fitzy does tomorrow
I like the way you think. I like Pesce but I don’t want him at 6 mil. This will be a contract the team regrets just like Palat’s.
If acquiring this guy allows the team to get bigger parts at other dpots it’s the right move.
I dont want Pesce at 6, Zadorov I'd like more at 6 he can provide some offense and play very physical and be a presence back there
Big dude, decent analytics, solid depth defensmen that's still on a 2-way contract. Nick DeSimone has a 1-way contract, so he's likely to start the season as the 7th defensemen. This will give Seamus Casey some time to cook in the AHL, while also avoiding the temptation of calling him up prematurely. From what I've been hearing, the Devil's are heavy contenders with pursuing both Brett Pesce and Brenden Dillon.
I saw that too with Dillon and Pesce, I wouldnt mind that but I hope Fitzgerald doesn't overpay, well see
Hmmmm 🤔
First, I would not trust these "NHL insiders" to draft a fantasy team.
Second, very interesting trade. Do not know much about this new guy except he is a house and doesn't do much offensively.
Hopefully, he can provide some needed grit & actual defense on the backend.
Sure does make Monday a whole lot more interesting.
Would like to see a serious left handed Dman and a few more veteran forwards.
As a fan, I am hoping for a Henrique or a Kane.
I hope they bring Henrique back too, but tomorrow will be fun
It's very likely that Patrick Kane is re-signing with Detroit. I think Henrique will sign with the NY Islanders.
Looks like a good trade. Yes this could be an interesting week !
I'm excited Mal, well see what Fitzgerald adds
I really think all this is a depth move to pace Nemec's development in Utica. That's the most likely reason. He's a solid third pairing D-Man with a low cap hit, nothing more or less (look at his ATOI and giveaway/takeaway ration in Montreal, he's not top-4 looking.
I can imagine other things, did before thinking about it, and I can be surprised but that's all this likely is.
Also, pretty sure we can afford Pesce and Zadarov and still get a top-6 winger with our cap space unless the market is way hotter than I expect or Fitz messes up big time
We can, but is that the way to go?You figure Pesce (I saw rumors of) 6.2 and Zadorov at 6 thats already 12 with those two, then you have to re-up Mercer, I think hell get a bridge in the 3-4 range even if its 15-16 for those 3 players, you don't have much more for a forward unless its only one of those D and Fitzgerald gets a quality forward. Im so hoping its Stamkos or Marchessault but I doubt it
for a 4th pk, the Habs gave the Devils a gift. Sometimes a stocked full prospect pool helps other teams when a veteran has to go!!! A lower cap hit, huge body keep the puck out of the net dman. Can help the PK and a overall solid pro player. Ive heard a great dude in the locker room too. ONLY negative is I feel sorry for Kovacevic having to be coached by over rated Keefe. Although Devils fans dont know this quite yet but its coming
Thanks for the comment, im really looking forward to seeing Kovacevic with us, heard alot of good things about his game and off the ice as well from Canadiens fans. Curious to see the fun with all teams tomorrow and what they add.
That was a good trade. I still think the Devils will sign Pesce tomorrow. The Devils will only need to fill in 1 more position, and that's the top 6 forward.
I'm so curious to see what Fitzgerald does, I so hope its either Stamkos or Marchessault!
Trading him for only a 4th round pick? I have a problem with that 🤔 it was not enough, really.
And Hughes doesn't really just throw players away like that, he usually gets a better than average return for players
Hoping we get Zadorov
Me too Dennis
He’s probably a 7th D - they are more likely going for Dillon than Zadorov for lh d
I saw those reports too, but they're not set in stone yet. Still can change minds and go a different direction.
Leafs aren’t finished. Taney is just the first piece. Tomorrow should be fun
Tomorrow's going to be awesome Leafs definitely a team to watch with their cap space too
*Stamkos*
Fitz is in the kitchen 👨🏻🍳
Anson...I so hope we end up with Stamkos too! Either him or Marchessault up front and ill be very happy
@@THEHOCKEYSKATEDOWN We're getting neither. They'll both will sign with Nashville.
Tom Fitzgerald,,,, PLEASE DONT OVER PAY FOR Zadorov, he is a bottom pair D man who can hit. We have that now.
Its gonna be around 6 × 6 which yes a bit high But I'd rather give it to Z than the rumored 6.2 to Pesce
@@THEHOCKEYSKATEDOWN really, how come? I feel like I would rather have Pesce