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03 Jan 2023 20:52:16
Next season leafs look a lot different

Bunting signs 3 million leads can give him 8 years for low cap hit

Bunting Matthews Nylander
Robinson. Tavares Marner

But then it gets interesting I don't think leaf's pay Kampf he walks

Leafs let Kerfoot and Engvall walk as well

Jarnknok Holmberg Steeves

Your looking at totally new forth line

Leafs trade 1st 2023 Knies

Seattle MCCann

Davidmackin

1.) 04 Jan 2023 00:10:43
*Robertson
All that for McCann, who was already temporarily, seems like a huge overpay.


2.) 04 Jan 2023 01:40:34
Definitely not interested in McCann if it costs Leafs Knies and a 1st.
For that price Leafs should be able to get someone like Timo Meier.


3.) 04 Jan 2023 06:06:55
Have to agree with WB here. If you're willing to give up Knies+1st might as well call about Horvat, Meier, etc and see what the big names are asking for.


 

 

17 Nov 2022 04:59:09
Leafs trade 1st 2023 2nd 2025 Engvall Knies

Chicago trade Kane retain 50 %

If Jordie Benn can keep this up you don't need a defencemen

Rotate every 2 games a defencemen sits two keeps them fresh

Reilly Brodie
Giodana Holl
Sandin Liljegren

Benn

Davidmackin

1.) 17 Nov 2022 11:46:28
A very bid no thank you.


2.) 17 Nov 2022 15:59:36
I'd rather use that package to get bo horvat with an extension.


3.) 17 Nov 2022 17:34:53
That’s crazy for you to think that this d core is capable of contending lol we don’t need forwards we need good defensemen that can defend and transition the puck up ice to the forwards quickly and effectively. The leafs don’t really have that. Reilly when under pressure will ice it or clear it giving it right back to opposing players.


4.) 17 Nov 2022 20:35:29
I’m not suggesting that the Leafs D doesn’t need help but they are actually in the top 10 so far this year and in the bottom 10 for offence!

So while I’d like to add Gavrikov for example I’d also like to add a top 6 forward like Brock Boeser for example.

There are other choices but our team improves with either or both these moves.

Sandin, Holmberg and Abruzzese for Gavrikov and Kerfoot and Engval for Boeser.

Plan the parade!


5.) 18 Nov 2022 04:01:02
Brick BOESER spends as much time in the infirmary as he does on the ice.


6.) 18 Nov 2022 05:58:16
@Rsears in what metric are they top 10? Shots allowed isn't a favourite of mine.

I'm not sure where they are in high danger scoring chances allowed, but I'm assuming quite poor.


7.) 18 Nov 2022 12:28:03
LL
GAA.


 

 

15 Nov 2022 05:28:44
Waterbuffalo49

Leafs need one more stud upfront and a solid defencemen. The goalie situation isn't great but I will hold my breath and see where the goalies are near trade deadline

Chicago might want to help Kane get another cup. I'm sure Kane would love to play on a line with Matthews

Leafs first 2023 Knies Engvall. If it requires more then the leafs can add one on the finish prospects

Muzzin 5 million plus Engvall the Swedish wingers days are numbered and his cap space has much more value to the leafs than the player has

Available cap space when Engvall is traded 7 million it might be wise to hold onto Holl

Dubas has no job security past this season so he is going to be eager for a big run at the cup
Minimum the leafs have to make to to the final 4 for him to hold his job

One forward Kane the best defencemen you can get via trade. The leafs could move more cap space if they wanted Kerfoot.

Right now a forward a defencemen and you pray on one of the two goalies staying healthy the rest of the way. The kid in the backup role is ok for me.

Davidmackin

1.) 16 Nov 2022 01:43:14
Kane is 33 years old and will be 34 in one (1) week, (November 19th) .
Yes he is talented, but he will be a UFA at seasons end.
How many more productive years does he have left?
One or two before the decline sets in?
Major question to be considered.
For all of his offensive prowess, Kane is not known for his defense.
For the rest of this season (and maybe next if Leafs could resign him) he would be a joy to watch with Matthews and Marner.
But at what cost.
Giving away another 1st round pick and Leafs #1 prospect is a steep price to pay.
Leafs have only made two picks in the 1st round during Dubas’s five (5) year tenure as GM.
Another #1 for Kane would make it 2 in 6 years.
It would leave Leafs prospect pool virtually empty.
As much fun as it would be the price is too steep for my tastes.


2.) 16 Nov 2022 10:47:14
In my opinion the leafs have made of better in the 2nd round then the teams they traded their first for when you have a player like Matthews and you look like a team that might be able to do something come playoff time you have to go all in every year.


3.) 16 Nov 2022 13:58:01
That certainly is a strategy and consideration but Kane does not bring you a Cup, IMO.

I’m looking elsewhere.


 

 

14 Nov 2022 16:04:52
Leafs have so much cap space. Muzzin won't play again this year plus you have Engval Holl that traded would bring 4 million more dollars

Plus I have this feeling that Matt Murray will get shut down at some point this yeas

That's 15 million in cap space

Leafs 1st 23 Holl Engvall knies

Chicago Kane 50% paid by Chicago

Davidmackin

1.) 14 Nov 2022 18:53:18
David,
The Leafs have $5.1M in projected cap space with Murray and Muzzin out. When Murray comes back tomorrow it’s $500k!

Plus I’m not trading Knies!


2.) 14 Nov 2022 22:41:13
With Muzzin on LTIR even with Murray back how do u get 500k? Muzzin is 5.6mill?


3.) 15 Nov 2022 00:09:33
Can someone explain with Murray back and Muzzin on LTIR we lose 5.1mill and end up with only 500k in cap space cause my math my be off.


4.) 15 Nov 2022 00:41:38
I would venture to point out that Leafs need defense more than they need offense.


5.) 15 Nov 2022 13:51:27
@Henry77

In my comment I stated the Leafs would have about $500k cap room when Murray returns.

But I forgot to add (back) Petrozelli’s NHL contract of $817,500.

The Leafs actually have $1,265,833 available

I will attempt an explanation:

A maximum of a 23 man roster is used in determining each team’s position against the $82.5m cap.

If a team total of $83m is reached with that 23 man roster 2 or 3 things can be done to comply.

The first is most often done where the team chooses to file a 22-man roster by moving out someone who makes the minimum $750k or more.

Trades can be made as well.

When a player like Muzzin is put on LTIR it does give extra space and ability for a team to do something (I. e. adding salary over the cap) .

However one can’t simply take the full salary ($5.625m) off the total salaries because that player has counted against the cap based on a pro rata calculation by games played!

So behind the scenes each team’s totals can change on a game by game basis depending how they manipulate the active roster and who might be on LTIR.

The calculation therefore is not as simple as totalling the active 23-man roster with IR, LTIR and Buried Cap minus the LTIR.

It’s all done game by game based on the 23-man roster on that particular date.

A danger for any team is making a big signing based on poor judgement in when a player might return, like Murray for example.

So projections are done for us and accessible on capfriendly which. I look at daily.

Hope this helps a bit.

And just to add I am not the expert!


6.) 15 Nov 2022 15:10:03
@ Rsears I’m picking up what your putting down haha thx buddy.


 

 

03 Nov 2022 01:06:39
Leafs trade Engval
Anywhere 3 rd round pick

I don't understand Keefe you need to have Robertson on second line

Bunting Matthews Marner
Robertson Tavares Nylander
Malgin Kerfoot Jarnknok
Reese Kampf Simmons

You will build up Robertson cinfidence. Set your top 6 and stop messing with it

Davidmackin

1.) 03 Nov 2022 10:58:21
People got carried away with Robertson getting 2 goals in his first game. He's only 21. He should be in the minors playing big minutes and dominating and bring him up when they really need him later in the year.


2.) 03 Nov 2022 15:07:05
@RLF I have to agree people over reacted with the 2 goal game but…… as far as needed him “Robertson” the same one dimensional player added to a line up filled with the same makes zero sense moving forward. I for one would package Robertson to either Nashville for Trenin or Jeanott or Chicago for Murphy and or Tinordi or Arizona for Christian Fishter and Liam O’Brain. Adding a couple of those boys changes our line up and identity which is what I think the biggest need is.


3.) 03 Nov 2022 15:44:54
Sorry guys but Robertson is = to Banting if not better than Banting.


4.) 03 Nov 2022 18:43:54
I say trade bunting. His value keeps going up and is a great trade high candidate.


5.) 04 Nov 2022 03:59:15
Why don't the Leafs create a super line of Matthews on the wing, Tavares at Center and Marner on the other wing

Matthews Tavares Marner
Bunting Nylander Jarnkrok
Robertson Kampf Aston-Reese
McMann SDA Steeves.


6.) 04 Nov 2022 09:23:12
Then teams just have to defend your 1st line. Gets pretty watered down after that.


7.) 04 Nov 2022 13:55:51
It's worked out pretty well for Boston. I'd also do nylander on the top line and then have Tavares play with some grinders.


8.) 05 Nov 2022 04:13:50
A superline of Matthews, Tavares and Marner would give Marner the freedom to create plays for the two shooters. Having Nylander play with grinders might get Wiily Styles to take chancees and drive the net more instead of sticking to the perimeter and cycling the puck. Would help if the Leafs had a solid center prospect on an entry level deal which they don't have. FAIL FOR FANTILLI!


 

 

 

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31 Jan 2023 01:51:57
What you guys thing of Vancouver trade. I feel the islanders robbed them awful Vancouver

Leads Robinson Knies first round pick

Leafs would have done this 4 sure. Horvat brings a cup Toronto. I get he walks after this season but it's a cup move without losing roster pieces

Davidmackin

1.) 31 Jan 2023 04:11:31
I think you're giving up too much here for Horvat compared to what they got in return.

It might look closer to Kerfoot, Topi, 1st and maybe a small add.

Islanders look to win that deal right now, let's see how it pans out.


2.) 31 Jan 2023 13:06:36
Van is obviously banking on Beauvillier to be a solid contributor and Raty to progress well. The first could very well be a top 15 pick this year, which carries a lot of value.

@DM. I assume you mean Robertson, Knies and a 1st. Is it really that much different than what they got? Raty may have a bit more value than Robertson right now. Raty is younger and bigger and has put up good numbers at every level so far and even played a dozen NHL games.
Leafs first should be a late first, almost glorified 2nd compared to a possible top 15 pick or turn into a non-protected next year which has alot more value than the Leafs 1st.
Knies and Beavillier are the last two comparables. To me, the extra value of NYI's 1st over Toronto's 1st easily makes up the difference in any value one may see Knies having over Beauviller. Beauvillier is still only 25 and a proven top 9 forward. Beauviller is an established 15-20 goal, 30-40 pt per season. He also ups his game come playoff time. Knies is just a prospect at this point which Leaf nation has high hopes for, but nothing is proven yet.
I don't see that Leaf offer as any better really.


 

 

16 Nov 2022 01:01:29
It's only two games but I love the way Benn plays bailing out a shaky Murray twice. If Benn wasn't on ice at that point it's 4 3 Pittsburgh

Maybe he is huge solution on defence and cheap


I don't understand what Engvall brings

Leafs trade Engvall

Whatever pick they can get

Davidmackin

1.) 16 Nov 2022 13:28:07
Benn has made a couple of blunders (giveaways) but I’m liking what he has to offer as well.

Engval has his moments of strong play and physicality but he’s often uninvolved and lethargic so I’m now ready to send him away for a decent return.

Here are two trades and yes I’m again ignoring adding Dmen in these proposals. Losing Sandin, in my eyes, strengthens our D by subtraction, especially if Benn continues to add value and physicality.

Sandin to the Predsvfor Cody Glass, a 23yo C/ RW with size and upside. He’s not Trenin or Jeannot but I see him as an improvement.

Now send Engval and Kerfoot to Vancouver to help their dismal PK and bring back Brock Boeser. He’s has 3 more years at $6.65m but it fits under the cap.

Plan is to outscore all teams 8-6. Yup, Gretzky hockey has returned but this time in Toronto.

I like scoring, defence is boring! LOL.


 

 

21 Oct 2022 02:45:27
Leafs now have two deadly lines

Bunting Matthews Marner
Robertson Tavaras Nylander
Engvall / Malgin Kerfoot Jarnknok
Kubel Kampf Reese

Leafs trade Engvall holl
Anyone Futures

When Liljegren gets back you make a trade that clears over 4 million

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29 Jul 2021 04:55:51
Leafs Kerfoot Liljegren
Coyotes Dyorak

Look at the platers the leafs have lost to accommodate the top four forwards

Kadri brown kapanen Johnson Hyman and now Kerfoot

What has replaced those players

Shanahan and Dubas will be fired at some point in 2022

Davidmackin

1.) 29 Jul 2021 07:06:10
@Davis Kadri is gone because he acted like a goof 2 years in a row. Had nothing to do with salary.

Johnson has done nothing in NJ and had one decent season here. I was hoping he would be fine and I think Dubas knew he wasn't what he thought he was as well.

I look at it more as Rielly will be gone soon for free, Hyman is gone, but, what else could Dubas have found? He could have kept Brown which would be nice. He also probably could have signed an extra player or two and grabbed a backup goalie instead of beating Freddy into the ground.


2.) 29 Jul 2021 11:54:55
I agree with you David, would the Leafs be better today with Kadri, Brown, Hyman and Kappanen? They definitely would.
Which of these players is better than Kadri, Brown, Hyman and Kappanen?
Bunting, Kampf, Gabriel, Mikheyev, Engvall .?


3.) 29 Jul 2021 17:26:36
@Davido. for sure. None are better than those 4. How does T-Bay manage to only lose the players they choose and the Leafs lose players they don't want to lose and then have to fill their spots with lesser players and plugs. I sure hope someone doesn't say taxes.


4.) 30 Jul 2021 23:50:07
In answer to your question RLF - contract contract contract
The Marner and Tavares contracts are killing the Leafs. I can handle Matthews contract, just wish it was longer term. But Marner and Tavares contracts are handcuffing anything the Leafs can do to improve this team.
This year we lose Hyman. Next year we lose Reilly and possibly Campbell. If Campbell has a great season he will want Mrazek money or more. Even if Reilly takes a "hometown discount" and wants 6-7 million, he is gone.
In 2023-24 Matthews, Nylander, Brodie and Muzzin are up for renewal. Where are the replacements? The Leafs should have replacements for Nylander, Brodie and Muzzin playing with the Marlies right now, but they don't.


5.) 31 Jul 2021 06:15:02
@ Davido. If my posts on here were copywrited, I would have to go after you for plagiarism. lol
I agree with you (myself) . lol.


 

 

03 Apr 2021 02:51:28
Leafs let Anderson walk
Campbell is the number 1

Leafs look steady backup low cap hit. Use savings to sign HYMAN

CAMPBELL TRADE HAS WORKED OUT AMAZING

Davidmackin

1.) 04 Apr 2021 21:06:57
You are spot on with that one David.

While the trade worked out just fine, that doesn’t mean Dubas didn’t overlay still. It costs the Leafs 2x2nd + Moore to acquire Campbell, with a rental in Clifford as a throw-in. That’s a lot to pay for a backup goalie.

Glad to see you back buddy. You’re the granddaddy of this site. I always get a kick out of your posts.


 

 

 

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10 Jan 2023 18:20:23
Other Defenceman will become available. I just can't believe Arizona didn't give Timmons more of a shot before trading him

Holmberg Timmins Robertson have al graduated. Remember Robertson just turned 21 in sept. He put up better numbers in JR than his brother.

I love what the Leafs are doing drafting and developing players

High hopes

Robertson Holmberg Timmins Woll Steeves Hollowell.

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03 Nov 2022 15:44:54
Sorry guys but Robertson is = to Banting if not better than Banting.

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23 Oct 2022 15:06:15
Washington paid second for Engvall compare numbers on them.

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21 Oct 2022 13:19:25
Leafs can’t take on players. Your adding two players no need Malgin replaces Engvall

Bunting Matthews Marner
Nylander Tavares Robertson
Malgin Kerfoot Jarnknok
Kubel Kampf Reese

Where you going to put your two players Malgin is great on that third line.

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21 Oct 2022 13:12:15
Leafslife or anyone out there

Does Robertson score 30 goals this season?

Are the leafs much better than they were last season?

I think Robertson gets 30 goals 30 assists
Nylander finishing 90 pts
Tavaras gets 80 Pts
Mathews 70 goals
Marner 115 points.

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02 Jan 2019 10:02:09
Nylander the one to go and if you look his payout after july 1 2019 his actual salary next 5 yeasons is 5.5 million. DUBAS has nylander as a cheap player to be traded if you get a solid defencemen for him plus MAKAR. A trade like that make a deal with a team thet are close and make sure you win the trade. Similar to Tampa with the DROUIN deal.

Your the best LEAFGM Keep well happy new year.

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23 Apr 2018 01:24:28
Boston are not pounding leafs like they did in first two games. Boston scare me but if we can score I think we ok last night weird bounces when I. Leaf net. Plus leafs had 10 penalties. tomorrow I hope we win.

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18 Apr 2018 19:00:56
Randy a mistake but at least I have something to say. Randy answer this I don't watch them closely in what areas do Calgary need the most improvement.

It can't be defence they have loaded up back there and goaltending a healthy smith is fine. So Randy what do flames need or anyone who know the answer as I'm sure leafs have what Calgary need in abundance.

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18 Apr 2018 17:56:50
Spider

Tavares is islander or Ranger bound but if his camp went to Toronto and said he wants to play here leafs would make numbers work.

Spider why would leafs have any interest in JVR

Spider I'm not trading Kadri or his great contract to anyone. Kadri is of tremendous value with his skill set and that contract.

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23 Mar 2018 20:35:15
Mason marchment 22 but big kid wonder if he has future with big club never drafted. Matt Martin with a lot more skill maybe.

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