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Post by Sharky on Mar 29, 2010 22:03:08 GMT -5
On a side note, its going to be a very interesting cup run this year! Pitts, Monty, and Detriot have all made some big moves.
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Post by RangersRon on Mar 29, 2010 22:27:59 GMT -5
I think the lack of trading has a lot to do with GMs getting smarter, and more experienced. My first couple years here I got fleeced several times. Now I think through all my trades very carefully! But, since I'm always contacting other GMs, I still find deals that help me out. There are always ways to improve your team through trading, but you have to put in the work! I definiely get that, but still some teams keep status quo....JMO
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Post by RangersRon on Mar 29, 2010 22:32:05 GMT -5
Its been like that for awhile Ron. Its either teams want too much, teams refuse to give up anything decent, or people don't feel like trading. I don't see why you wouldn't trade at ALL as you can always find ways to improve, its just what direction you wanna go. The only "problem" is that too many people try too hard to fleece another GM and get the lowest bid they can rather than give up appropriate value. I look to the NHL as my example for trading, for example when I traded up for Tavares. The offer I gave was equal to what you'd see in the NHL and nobody else in the league was even CLOSE to my offer. I haven't regretted it for a second. Now if my players would just stop taking concussions. I'd be set. I hear you Gavin , now tell your players to stop skating with their head down!
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Post by RangersRon on Mar 29, 2010 22:34:14 GMT -5
In looking at trades, I noticed the same core teams do most of the trading and some team hardly ever or never. I guess some GM;s are happy with the direction their team is goin now and in future. Doesn't mean they don't try though. Also a bit early to make that statement. LOL Actually pal, I am talking about trades throughout, there is the usual cast of characters, with you and I being on top.....LOL...Then there are just people who hold steady which is find. Plus just making conversation on the board more or less.
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Post by AvsGM on Mar 29, 2010 22:43:31 GMT -5
But, since I'm always contacting other GMs, I still find deals that help me out. There are always ways to improve your team through trading, but you have to put in the work! That's very true. I've always found that I made more progress if I contacted GMs individually rather than just posting "On the block" and hoping GMs contacted me.
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Post by Deleted on Mar 29, 2010 22:51:54 GMT -5
On a side note, its going to be a very interesting cup run this year! Pitts, Monty, and Detriot have all made some big moves. For sure! I thought Montreal had (on paper) the best roster, but both Pitts and Detroit have added some big players. It's going to be close.
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Post by RangersRon on Mar 29, 2010 22:52:08 GMT -5
I agree with you Jon I always preferred to do the same thing just seems easier conversation goin
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Post by RangersRon on Mar 29, 2010 22:55:18 GMT -5
The east is goin to be a battle between Montreal -Pitt and west with Det- Edmonton
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Post by Philly on Mar 29, 2010 23:06:42 GMT -5
It doesn't get any better than this, the trade deadline and a Marx Bros. marathon on TCM. Life is good ;D
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Post by Hawks on Mar 30, 2010 0:39:18 GMT -5
Its been like that for awhile Ron. Its either teams want too much, teams refuse to give up anything decent, or people don't feel like trading. I don't see why you wouldn't trade at ALL as you can always find ways to improve, its just what direction you wanna go. The only "problem" is that too many people try too hard to fleece another GM and get the lowest bid they can rather than give up appropriate value. I look to the NHL as my example for trading, for example when I traded up for Tavares. The offer I gave was equal to what you'd see in the NHL and nobody else in the league was even CLOSE to my offer. I haven't regretted it for a second. Now if my players would just stop taking concussions. I'd be set. I hear you Gavin , now tell your players to stop skating with their head down! Hey, they made that hit illegal. So it wasn't his fault
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Post by Deleted on Mar 30, 2010 8:17:29 GMT -5
I've had preliminary discussions with people concerning a few players... just really seeing if it makes sense to do anything, but with the way my team has been playing lately... im honestly contemplating standing pat and seeing what happens... I mean, in my case i dont feel I'm a true contender, but i dont feel that I dont have no chance either.. I'm definitely not sacrificing my core or future for a short term gain... I like where my team is at this point in terms of being competitive.
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Post by Philly on Mar 30, 2010 13:05:15 GMT -5
I think honorable mention at the least for Greg (Wash), for turnin that team around. Last season not even close to a playoff spot, this season has a shot at the 2nd seed. Nice job Greg!!
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Post by Deleted on Mar 30, 2010 13:31:29 GMT -5
I guess some teams want to win more then others
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Post by gmcapitals on Mar 30, 2010 13:50:30 GMT -5
Thanks! Im hoping i can turn some heads in the playoffs!
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Post by RangersRon on Mar 30, 2010 14:10:28 GMT -5
It doesn't get any better than this, the trade deadline and a Marx Bros. marathon on TCM. Life is good ;D How old were you when the first Marx Brother's movie came out 30 or 35 ;D
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