Brind'Amour Leaving Canes for HC job at MSU?
April 8, 2017, 12:47 PM ET [0 Comments]
Ben Case
Carolina Hurricanes Blogger • RSS • Archive • CONTACT
Despite an unbelievable March, April has not been to kind to the Hurricanes. As they take on the Blues tonight, the Hurricanes come in struggling and have lost all four of their games this month. The last two against the Wild and Islanders weren’t too pretty either. The obvious question coming into the Hurricanes final home game is, “will this be the last time they see Ward at home in a Hurricanes jersey?”
It is no secret that both Ward and Lack had their struggles during stretches this year. While both goalies have struggled at times, Ward appears to be under the most scrutiny. This isn’t too surprising, as he is older and has been here his entire career. It goes without saying that the biggest role the Hurricanes need to fill is a legitimate starting goalie for next season.
Given this, the question really is: who returns next season as the Hurricanes back-up goalie? The good news about both Ward and Lack is that they are entering the last year of their contracts and both aren’t outrageously expensive. I really don’t see many teams taking Ward in a trade given his age/capabilities. Lack probably has more “tradability” given his age, however, I am not sure his March stretch was enough to garner any suitors.
If Ward were to get bought out or traded, I imagine his top two destinations would be Edmonton or Calgary. Ward could be a good mentor to Talbot, however, Brossoit has played very well in his limited role as a back-up. If the Oilers aren’t set on bringing him back, Ward could be a decent low risk back-up option.
Calgary could be an interesting landing spot too, as all their NHL goalies are set to be free agents. I imagine Elliot will be brought back but Johnson’s future seems a bit more questionable. He hasn’t seen much ice-time since February and Elliot went on an insane six week long hot-streak.
Both Calgary and Edmonton don’t have second round draft picks this year. Given the Canes have three second round picks and three third round picks, maybe they could find a deal that might make both sides happy.
As for Lack, I could see a team like Dallas biting on Lack as a short-term and cheaper solution for their back-up position. I’d be shocked if they don’t use a buy-out on a goalie, as they are spending close to $11 million for a worse tandem than Ward/Lack. Then again, they are probably looking to bring in a true starter too and whoever remains (Niemi or Lethonen) is set to be the back-up.
Another potential landing spot for Lack would be Vancouver. He was extremely well liked from my understanding in Vancouver and Miller is a UFA. Markstrom/Lack could be a good duo next year and give Demko another season to develop in the AHL. If Lack doesn’t work out, Demko should be ready to step into an NHL role.
The biggest challenge to moving either Lack/Ward is the FA market—as of now according to Spotrac, there are 24 UFA and 45 RFA goalies. If you add in the expansion draft and the speculation surrounding the movement it will create, I just don’t think too many teams will be enticed by Ward/Lack without the Canes being taken to the cleaners. Unfortunately, I think the one of them will have to be bought out, as GMRF is set on only making trades that benefit the long-term plan.
The Hurricanes have a decent amount of time to figure out their course of action. I know many STH and Canes fans will be irate if the goaltending tandem and scenery is the same come opening day next year. While it is unclear who will return, I do think the first thing GMRF should do to start the off-season on April 10th is to fire goaltending coach David Marcoux.
Speaking of coaching changes, I’ve heard rumblings that the Hurricanes Assistant Coach Brind’Amour could be leaving. Tom Anastos recently put in his resignation at Michigan State and Brind’Amour is speculated to be one of the top candidates to fill the position. This might be best for both parties, as Brind’Amour has gotten some scrutiny for the PP struggles and lack of goal production.
He is finishing his 6th year as an assistant, so it would not be surprising to see him leave for a HC opportunity. His role in player development would have him well suited to fill a HC position at the collegiate level. Given his ties to MSU hockey and the fact that his son is committed to MSU for the fall of 2018, I could definitely see this being a possibility.
So while the obvious question surrounding Ward and his final home game looms, one can also ask, is this also the last one for Brind’Amour? What I do know is that if the Hurricanes shot chart looks similar to the one against the Wild recently, then tonight will be another royal beat down. Go Canes!
April 8, 2017, 12:47 PM ET [0 Comments]
Ben Case
Carolina Hurricanes Blogger • RSS • Archive • CONTACT
Despite an unbelievable March, April has not been to kind to the Hurricanes. As they take on the Blues tonight, the Hurricanes come in struggling and have lost all four of their games this month. The last two against the Wild and Islanders weren’t too pretty either. The obvious question coming into the Hurricanes final home game is, “will this be the last time they see Ward at home in a Hurricanes jersey?”
It is no secret that both Ward and Lack had their struggles during stretches this year. While both goalies have struggled at times, Ward appears to be under the most scrutiny. This isn’t too surprising, as he is older and has been here his entire career. It goes without saying that the biggest role the Hurricanes need to fill is a legitimate starting goalie for next season.
Given this, the question really is: who returns next season as the Hurricanes back-up goalie? The good news about both Ward and Lack is that they are entering the last year of their contracts and both aren’t outrageously expensive. I really don’t see many teams taking Ward in a trade given his age/capabilities. Lack probably has more “tradability” given his age, however, I am not sure his March stretch was enough to garner any suitors.
If Ward were to get bought out or traded, I imagine his top two destinations would be Edmonton or Calgary. Ward could be a good mentor to Talbot, however, Brossoit has played very well in his limited role as a back-up. If the Oilers aren’t set on bringing him back, Ward could be a decent low risk back-up option.
Calgary could be an interesting landing spot too, as all their NHL goalies are set to be free agents. I imagine Elliot will be brought back but Johnson’s future seems a bit more questionable. He hasn’t seen much ice-time since February and Elliot went on an insane six week long hot-streak.
Both Calgary and Edmonton don’t have second round draft picks this year. Given the Canes have three second round picks and three third round picks, maybe they could find a deal that might make both sides happy.
As for Lack, I could see a team like Dallas biting on Lack as a short-term and cheaper solution for their back-up position. I’d be shocked if they don’t use a buy-out on a goalie, as they are spending close to $11 million for a worse tandem than Ward/Lack. Then again, they are probably looking to bring in a true starter too and whoever remains (Niemi or Lethonen) is set to be the back-up.
Another potential landing spot for Lack would be Vancouver. He was extremely well liked from my understanding in Vancouver and Miller is a UFA. Markstrom/Lack could be a good duo next year and give Demko another season to develop in the AHL. If Lack doesn’t work out, Demko should be ready to step into an NHL role.
The biggest challenge to moving either Lack/Ward is the FA market—as of now according to Spotrac, there are 24 UFA and 45 RFA goalies. If you add in the expansion draft and the speculation surrounding the movement it will create, I just don’t think too many teams will be enticed by Ward/Lack without the Canes being taken to the cleaners. Unfortunately, I think the one of them will have to be bought out, as GMRF is set on only making trades that benefit the long-term plan.
The Hurricanes have a decent amount of time to figure out their course of action. I know many STH and Canes fans will be irate if the goaltending tandem and scenery is the same come opening day next year. While it is unclear who will return, I do think the first thing GMRF should do to start the off-season on April 10th is to fire goaltending coach David Marcoux.
Speaking of coaching changes, I’ve heard rumblings that the Hurricanes Assistant Coach Brind’Amour could be leaving. Tom Anastos recently put in his resignation at Michigan State and Brind’Amour is speculated to be one of the top candidates to fill the position. This might be best for both parties, as Brind’Amour has gotten some scrutiny for the PP struggles and lack of goal production.
He is finishing his 6th year as an assistant, so it would not be surprising to see him leave for a HC opportunity. His role in player development would have him well suited to fill a HC position at the collegiate level. Given his ties to MSU hockey and the fact that his son is committed to MSU for the fall of 2018, I could definitely see this being a possibility.
So while the obvious question surrounding Ward and his final home game looms, one can also ask, is this also the last one for Brind’Amour? What I do know is that if the Hurricanes shot chart looks similar to the one against the Wild recently, then tonight will be another royal beat down. Go Canes!
Yesterday at 2:18 pm by Rocky
» utube MM&C 4/26/24 Iraqi Dinar - US Treasury Exchange Rates- Focus - Banking Partnerships - Rate C
Yesterday at 2:17 pm by Rocky
» Parliamentary efforts to transform Iraq into a global market for transferring Internet capacities
Yesterday at 2:07 pm by Rocky
» A parliamentary committee that enriches the political forces: Stop plundering Iraq’s wealth and work
Yesterday at 1:56 pm by Rocky
» Politician: Salem Al-Issawi is the most likely to assume the presidency of Parliament
Yesterday at 1:55 pm by Rocky
» The price of the dollar is close to 145 thousand dinars؛ how much is $100 worth of transactions؟
Yesterday at 11:57 am by wciappetta
» Al-Sudani: The world today is witnessing crises whose impact has been reflected in the global econo
Yesterday at 9:50 am by Rocky
» The Federal Court responds to an inquiry by Al-Sudani regarding the powers of the provincial council
Yesterday at 9:40 am by Rocky
» Among them are the Iraqis... a list of the most sought-after immigrants to America
Yesterday at 9:38 am by Rocky
» An expert talks about the "biggest barrier" and the positives of merging Iraqi and Arab banks
Yesterday at 9:29 am by Rocky
» The House of Representatives adjourns its session
Yesterday at 9:24 am by Rocky
» Parliamentary demands to expedite the legislation of the Eid al-Ghadir holiday law (documents)
Yesterday at 9:23 am by Rocky
» Parliament adds the paragraph “Electing the Speaker of the House of Representatives” to its agenda
Yesterday at 9:21 am by Rocky
» Alsumaria publishes the text of the law against prostitution and homosexuality
Yesterday at 9:20 am by Rocky
» A parliamentarian reveals the reason for the failure of the Speaker of Parliament to pass during tod
Yesterday at 9:19 am by Rocky
» Al-Sudani: The government has launched many strategies and initiatives that will improve the reality
Yesterday at 8:42 am by Rocky
» International Business: Iraq has made progress in supporting businesses through investment and priva
Yesterday at 8:33 am by Rocky
» Association of Banks: Iraq is witnessing great development in the transition to electronic governmen
Yesterday at 8:25 am by Rocky
» The House of Representatives votes to add an item to its agenda (election of the Speaker of the Hous
Yesterday at 8:22 am by Rocky
» Parliamentary integrity: Combating corruption requires parliamentary legislation
Yesterday at 8:15 am by Rocky
» Al-Karaawi: America is trying to restrict Iraq
Yesterday at 8:13 am by Rocky
» The State of Law coalition moves to form the local government in Diyala
Yesterday at 8:12 am by Rocky
» The Sudanese and his battle against corruption.. Where is the fault with the government or with the
Yesterday at 8:11 am by Rocky
» Prime Minister's Advisor: We will see the dollar fall on the black market soon
Yesterday at 8:09 am by Rocky
» The Sunni blocs are resolute. The presidency of the Council is ours, away from Al-Halbousi
Yesterday at 8:08 am by Rocky
» Al-Sudani discusses with a workers’ organization his government’s steps in this field
Yesterday at 7:58 am by Rocky
» Parliament holds its session in the presence of 170 deputies
Yesterday at 7:57 am by Rocky
» In the presence of Nechirvan Barzani and Al-Sudani... the State Administration Coalition holds an “i
Yesterday at 7:55 am by Rocky
» The UAE company ADNOC resorts to Iraqi oil. Find out the reasons
Yesterday at 7:53 am by Rocky
» The Iraqi Parliament votes to add an item to elect a president to its agenda
Yesterday at 7:52 am by Rocky
» The Federal Court responds to an inquiry by Al-Sudani regarding the powers of the provincial council
Yesterday at 7:51 am by Rocky
» Al-Sudani: It is necessary to attract women to work as a productive energy that cannot be disrupted
Yesterday at 7:47 am by Rocky
» Zebari regarding targeting the Kormor field: a systematic attack on the economy of Kurdistan
Yesterday at 7:46 am by Rocky
» Saudi Arabia tops, and this is Iraq's rank... a list of major suppliers of crude oil to South Korea
Yesterday at 7:45 am by Rocky
» With a value of 125 million dollars.. Iraq is at the forefront of countries importing Iranian textil
Yesterday at 7:44 am by Rocky
» More than a billion dollars in sales from the Iraqi Central Bank within a week
Yesterday at 7:43 am by Rocky
» Al-Sudani stresses the need for the expertise of the International Labor Organization to legislate a
Yesterday at 7:29 am by Rocky
» Including the return of 21 wanted persons.. The Iraq Money Recovery Fund counts its achievements in
Yesterday at 7:27 am by Rocky
» The path to development is the criterion between true patriotism and political clowning.
Yesterday at 7:25 am by Rocky
» The file of the Presidency of Parliament is on the state administration table... this evening
Yesterday at 7:22 am by Rocky
» Director General of the International Labor Organization: Many challenges in the world of work and t
Yesterday at 7:20 am by Rocky
» Al-Sudani: The world is witnessing crises that reflect negatively on the Arab and international peop
Yesterday at 7:11 am by Rocky
» Prime Minister: Our government has provided great support for the success of the activities, program
Yesterday at 7:08 am by Rocky
» Al-Asadi: Iraq places the social protection file among its priorities
Yesterday at 7:07 am by Rocky
» Al-Sudani: Iraq is one of the first countries in the region to join the International Labor Organiza
Yesterday at 7:05 am by Rocky
» In the presence of Al-Sudani and Barzani, the State Administration Coalition holds an “important” me
Yesterday at 7:03 am by Rocky
» Appreciating the presence of Al-Sudani... Director General of the Arab Labor Organization: Here from
Yesterday at 5:29 am by Rocky
» Prime Minister: Our government has provided great support for the success of the activities, program
Yesterday at 5:28 am by Rocky
» Al-Sudani: The world is witnessing crises that reflect negatively on the Arab and international peop
Yesterday at 5:24 am by Rocky
» The Parliamentary Development Institute organizes a workshop on the political role of the representa
Yesterday at 5:22 am by Rocky
» With Arab and international participation. Tomorrow will be the start of the Fourth Baghdad Internat
Yesterday at 5:21 am by Rocky
» OPEC Secretary General: The end of oil is not on the horizon
Yesterday at 5:19 am by Rocky
» Closing a number of unlicensed offices and companies south of Baghdad
Yesterday at 5:16 am by Rocky
» Repercussions of the bombing...intensive government movements to resume work in the “Kormor” field
Yesterday at 5:15 am by Rocky
» In the presence of Al-Sudani...the opening of the Arab Labor Conference in its 50th session in Baghd
Yesterday at 5:14 am by Rocky
» Al-Sudani: We are working on drawing future visions regarding the “green and digital” economic secto
Yesterday at 5:13 am by Rocky
» Barzani after the Kormor attack: We are ready to coordinate with Baghdad to put an end to these atta
Yesterday at 5:10 am by Rocky
» Al-Sudani directs the formation of an investigative committee into the circumstances of the Kormo fi
Yesterday at 5:08 am by Rocky
» Bismayah is confused about the new electronic portal.. What about the landlord and the subcontracts?
Yesterday at 5:07 am by Rocky
» Kurdistan Government: Loss of 2,500 megawatts of electricity due to targeting the Kormor field
Yesterday at 5:06 am by Rocky
» Crisis in Kurdistan: 12-hour daily power outage and complaints of “confusion”
Yesterday at 5:05 am by Rocky
» The Supreme Anti-Corruption Commission demands Nineveh for the contracts concluded by “Najm Al-Jubou
Yesterday at 5:04 am by Rocky
» Al-Khanjar, Al-Samarrai, and Abu Mazen are hosted by Shaalan Al-Karim to discuss accelerating the se
Yesterday at 5:03 am by Rocky
» Iraq asks the countries of the world to respond to its requests to extradite wanted persons: We have
Yesterday at 5:02 am by Rocky
» “It is coming soon.” The Sudanese advisor sets the date for the referral of the Baghdad metro and th
Yesterday at 5:01 am by Rocky
» Al-Mubarqa: Iraq reserves its full right to respond to the Australian behavior
Yesterday at 5:00 am by Rocky
» Dollar exchange rates on Iraqi stock exchanges... recorded a decline, and this is the list
Yesterday at 4:58 am by Rocky
» Mr. Al-Sadr supports the position of American university students
Yesterday at 4:56 am by Rocky
» Iraqis are ranked 7th in the Arab world on the list of those most seeking immigration to America. He
Yesterday at 4:55 am by Rocky
» Soon.. 3 new hospitals will open in Baghdad
Yesterday at 4:52 am by Rocky
» Sponsored by Al-Sudani...the opening of the Arab Labor Conference in its fiftieth session in Baghdad
Yesterday at 4:51 am by Rocky
» Al-Shammari chairs a meeting at the controlling headquarters to review the results of the security o
Yesterday at 4:49 am by Rocky
» Arab Labor Organization: We commend Iraq's interest in the Arab Labor Conference
Yesterday at 4:48 am by Rocky
» Al-Sudani: The development road project will provide many job opportunities
Yesterday at 4:47 am by Rocky
» Sudanese advisor criticizes Kuwaiti analyzes regarding the development road project
Fri 26 Apr 2024, 2:21 pm by Rocky
» Al-Mandalawi stresses the need to strengthen economic and trade cooperation between Iraq and Poland
Fri 26 Apr 2024, 2:04 pm by Rocky
» Power maneuvers: America provides defensive weapons to Kurdistan in exchange for withholding from Ba
Fri 26 Apr 2024, 10:26 am by Rocky
» Kuwait is drilling an oil well near Umm Qasr, towards Iraqi territory
Fri 26 Apr 2024, 10:24 am by Rocky
» In the document... the first Iraqi ministry identifies the obstacles to changing the new official wo
Fri 26 Apr 2024, 10:22 am by Rocky
» Italian Institute: Iraq is stuck in its own crises, including Baghdad’s efforts to undermine the “au
Fri 26 Apr 2024, 10:21 am by Rocky
» The head of the Integrity Commission announces the holding of an international Interpol conference i
Fri 26 Apr 2024, 10:18 am by Rocky
» Planning: Iraqi companies are not efficient in conducting the population census
Fri 26 Apr 2024, 10:14 am by Rocky
» MM&C 4/25/24 National Bank of Iraq goes live with Temenos core banking and payments
Fri 26 Apr 2024, 8:06 am by Rocky
» A banking official indicates a "danger" to Iraq by depriving more than half of its banks of dollars
Fri 26 Apr 2024, 7:55 am by Rocky
» With the participation of the Association of Private Banks, investment opportunities are on the tabl
Fri 26 Apr 2024, 7:45 am by Rocky
» Within a month... an Iranian border crossing recorded a noticeable increase in exports of goods to I
Fri 26 Apr 2024, 7:44 am by Rocky
» The Association of Private Banks appreciates the efforts of the government and the Central Bank to c
Fri 26 Apr 2024, 7:43 am by Rocky
» Al-Maliki's coalition presents a third candidate for the position of governor of Diyala
Fri 26 Apr 2024, 6:57 am by Rocky
» Arab gathering: The Kirkuk problem is getting complicated and the Sudanese must intervene
Fri 26 Apr 2024, 6:56 am by Rocky
» Next week.. a Kurdish delegation will visit Baghdad to meet with the Minister of Finance
Fri 26 Apr 2024, 6:54 am by Rocky
» Under the pretext of salaries... Al-Party refrains from handing over port revenues to Baghdad
Fri 26 Apr 2024, 6:53 am by Rocky
» Association of Banks: For the first time, we are witnessing a clear targeting of depriving half of t
Fri 26 Apr 2024, 6:51 am by Rocky
» Parliament does not know the reason for the delay in sending the 2024 budget schedules: Voting takes
Fri 26 Apr 2024, 6:49 am by Rocky
» Applicants for the 2024 Hajj are demanding that the Central Bank secure the dollar for them through
Fri 26 Apr 2024, 5:09 am by Rocky
» Governmental and private banks will showcase their services tomorrow during Financial Inclusion Week
Fri 26 Apr 2024, 5:08 am by Rocky
» Iraq's oil exports rise despite OPEC+ cuts
Fri 26 Apr 2024, 5:06 am by Rocky
» A study explodes a "surprise"... Iraq is among the countries that export oil to "Israel": How is the
Fri 26 Apr 2024, 5:04 am by Rocky
» Al-Araji emphasizes working to strengthen national identity
Fri 26 Apr 2024, 5:02 am by Rocky
» Al-Sudani visits Saudi Arabia to participate in the World Economic Forum in Riyadh
Fri 26 Apr 2024, 5:01 am by Rocky