 | Trade Rumors: The Latest Avalanche Rumors |
 Al Strachan of the Satellite Hot Stove (CBC) mentioned that the Colorado Avalanche may be looking to move Ryan Smyth. Th Denver Post also reports on the latest rumors with the Avlanche.
While it was not mentioned what the Avalanche could be looking for in return HTR notes that Ryan Smyth may be a little overpaid for what he is producing in Colorado.
HTR would like to know what you think Smyth is worth. Is he worth a first round pick? Is he worth a prospect? Edmonton fans … would you want him back?
It should be noted that Smyth does have a no trade clause.
In other Avalance news, the Denver Post is reporting that they feel that Jordan Leopold, Clark and/or Ruslan Salei will be moved by the trade deadline. Another player who they feel could be on his way to the Avalanche could be Halak.
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Re: The Latest Avalanche Rumors (Score: 1)
by RossCreek on Monday, February 16
(User Info | Send a Message) | | The chances Smyth gets dealt are very, VERY slim. No-trade clause and 6.25 mil for 3 more years. He is overpaid and I doubt anyone would/could trade for him unless they were giving up another overpaid guy. |
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Re: The Latest Avalanche Rumors (Score: 1)
by ncAvalanche21 on Monday, February 16
(User Info | Send a Message) | The Avs wont trade Smyth.
This was written by Adrian Dater of the Denver Post on the 15th:
"I’m not officially on the beat this weekend, but I can pretty much guarantee there will be at least one trade by the Avs in the next few days. The moves will start to happen, folks. I’ve seen the rumors about Ryan Smyth being on the block, and I don’t think he’s going anywhere. Not in this economic climate, and not with the money and term left on his deal. And, I don’t think the Avs want to get rid of him anyway. Sure, they’ve probably said at some point, “hey, what would you give us for Ryan Smyth?” That stuff happens every single day in this league. But that doesn’t mean that’s going to happen. Plus, Smitty has a no-trade clause, with young kids. I’m guessing uprooting them isn’t high on his agenda. But I do think Jordan Leopold will be traded, and maybe Brett Clark and/or Ruslan Salei too. Remember those Jaro Halak rumors I wrote about a couple months ago, too? Don’t be shocked if he still ends up in Denver after all."I believe Leopold and/or Svatos will be going to Boston for draft picks and/or prospects. And one of Salei or Clark will be going to Montrel for either Halak or draft picks.
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Re: The Latest Avalanche Rumors (Score: 1)
by habs79 on Monday, February 16
(User Info | Send a Message) | | I know it's a big cap it and therefore won't happen, but Ryan Smyth is exactly the type of player Montreal needs. |
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Re: The Latest Avalanche Rumors (Score: 1)
by KingCanada on Monday, February 16
(User Info | Send a Message) | I wouldnt want him, his best days are definatly behind him. He is 32 now and used to play a very hard and mean game. Think of the Darcy Tucker effect. Players who play that style definatly tend to top off much earlier then skilled players since its more strain on their bodies over the years.
In Smyth's last 6 seasons with Edmonton hed average 0.857 points per game and was consistently playing for Canada nationally. He now averages 0.745 since being moved and is not even considered for the Olympic team this time around. Arguably he is even playing with more skilled players since leaving Edmonton yet he is putting less points up. His contract is huge at 6.25 for another 3 seasons after this until he is 35.
Ryan Smyth is a huge risk and speaking as a Leaf fan I wouldnt want to acquire a veteran whose best days are behind him no matter what team i cheered for. |
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Re: The Latest Avalanche Rumors (Score: 1)
by JannettyTheRocker (2006 WESTERN CONFERENCE CHAMPS) on Monday, February 16
(User Info | Send a Message) | YES.......As an Oiler's fan, I'd definitely 100% take him back. He was the heart-and-soul of our great organization for a long time, and there is no doubt in my mind that I and 99% of Oiler fans would welcome #94 back in to the copper-and-blue. The other 1% of those Oiler fans are the guys who are band-wagoners, who we don't need on our side anyways. I know this will never happen, but I would love it if Smitty was back with the Oil.
GO OILERS GO!!!
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Re: The Latest Avalanche Rumors (Score: 1)
by turdfergusson on Monday, February 16
(User Info | Send a Message) | Obviously over-paid but wouldn't be a surprise to see someone pick him up, granted he waves his NTC. Here's a player who's sold his soul for rockn roll which is why u won't have many posts here saying he's a bum. Alot of people wanna see this guy get the big prize.
As for a return to Edmonton, nahhh. He doesn't belong there anymore and I'm not sure if the Oilers could use him. They need penalty killers and a true finisher. It's a stretch though to think he's gonna be anything but an Av, post trade deadline. He could use a summer off too. |
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