As much as we seem to have blossoming new forwards and a half decent defensive core I just don't see us going anywhere in the playoffs until we have an elite goaltender or at least a reasonable facsimile ....

By what method can we solve this dilemma?

14 hours ago, Brandon said:

I think Chevy's hockey smarts > 17to85 

I have faith that they will sign someone who can do the job.  

Oh please, while Chevys teams have been missing the playoffs I was winning hockey pools. 

40 minutes ago, 17to85 said:

Oh please, while Chevys teams have been missing the playoffs I was winning hockey pools. 

Which means a call from Chipman is probably just around the corner.

1 hour ago, 17to85 said:

Oh please, while Chevys teams have been missing the playoffs I was winning hockey pools. 

Can't argue with results, dammit!

so I'm guessing Brian Elliott said no since management has been contacting Mason?

Just now, iHeart said:

so I'm guessing Brian Elliott said no since management has been contacting Mason?

Said, no, to what?

I would say the Jets are doing their due diligence, like any professional hockey team would.

You need to determine what is available, at what cost.

I would still say Elliott is their number one target. Cost-term-reality wise. But that's an opinion based on what's been reported.

They also dont want to get caught with their pants down on Saturday if someone submits a better offer for Elliott.  I'd imagine the players and teams will use all their available time to make their decision.

1 hour ago, 17to85 said:

Oh please, while Chevys teams have been missing the playoffs I was winning hockey pools. 

me too.  Ehlers always seems to be available in the later rounds, because no one out here knows who he is.

1 hour ago, iHeart said:

so I'm guessing Brian Elliott said no since management has been contacting Mason?

Not at all. It's in the Jets' best interests to contact both and see where each player stands, what they're expecting, and what's expected of him. Due diligence on the part of a GM who plans to dip into free agency in a meaningful way this year... Something Cheveldayoff has to do.

Based on how the rumours/reports emerged, I'd imagine Elliott was the higher priority. He and Mason are both worth contacting prior to free agency to determine who's the better fit.

you know it's a shame that Hellbuyck isn't up for free agency either then we could have taken both Elliott and Mason

2 minutes ago, iHeart said:

you know it's a shame that Hellbuyck isn't up for free agency either then we could have taken both Elliott and Mason

Would never happen. If you think they would give up on a rookie goalie... Man oh man. I dont know what to say. Its almost like you dont pay attention at all. 

didn't you say that once a Jet reaches a certain age they are considered a vet? Hellebuyck is how old 23ish?

Edited June 28, 20178 yr by iHeart

11 minutes ago, iHeart said:

didn't you say that once a Jet reaches a certain age they are considered a vet? Hellebuyck is how old 23ish?

Not a vet.

12 minutes ago, iHeart said:

didn't you say that once a Jet reaches a certain age they are considered a vet? Hellebuyck is how old 23ish?

Hes a rookie. He was an nhl rookie last season. Goalies dont hit their prime until they are 26 27 28... Its différent for everyone.. Usually vet means so many years of nhl experience. Helle has 1 year experience. 

 

Is Poolman a vet? Hes 24. 

Edited June 28, 20178 yr by Goalie

I don't know if he should be considered a vet yet since he hasn't really played yet has he?

Just now, iHeart said:

I don't know if he should be considered a vet yet since he hasn't really played yet has he?

??

I'm probably wrong

I would personally consider Hellebuyck to be a veteran now, BUT he still has lots of room to grow.  I don't think you would ever want to stick with two veteran guys who have plateaued like Elliott and Mason likely have.  IMO you want that young guy with potential and a seasoned vet to play with him.  i.e. Hellebuyck/Elliott.

5 hours ago, 17to85 said:

Oh please, while Chevys teams have been missing the playoffs I was winning hockey pools. 

Winning a pool that only has you doesn't count.

15 hours ago, rebusrankin said:

Winning a pool that only has you doesn't count.

Are you saying 17to85 plays with himself?

 

Edited June 29, 20178 yr by TrueBlue4ever

1 hour ago, TrueBlue4ever said:

Are you saying 17to85 plays with himself?

 

That might actually be more productive than hanging out on here...

He's a Cathaholic....they frown on that sort of thing..........

2 hours ago, Noeller said:

He's a Cathaholic....they frown on that sort of thing..........

 

Mason, Miller, Elliot, Bernier,and Kuemper not shortage of UFA, one won't come here, the rest are a toss up. Dark horse for me is Anders Nilsson.