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Sam Gagner to play for the Marlies

Hey, Gagner's back:

https://twitter.com/Canucks/status/1070086510374879233

Here's the thing though. In 7 games with the Canucks he had 3 points in 7 games while averaging 18 minutes a night. That seems pretty respectable, especially considering Vancouver, you know, sucks. He also recorded a 58.21% CF in those games, which is fantastic. Vancouver is the 7th worst possession team in the league right now.

But who cares, their loss is the Marlies' gain. And with him, Klimchuk, and Carcone in the fold now their forwards are better/deeper than any other point this season. Probably planning on winning every game 7-5.
 
They lost Leipsic to LA on waivers earlier this week.

I'm guessing they're serious about uniting the Hughes brothers.
 
herman said:
They lost Leipsic to LA on waivers earlier this week.

I'm guessing they're serious about uniting the Hughes brothers.
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True story I just went on their capfriendly page and literally laughed out loud when I reminded myself what Gudbranson's contract was.
 
CarltonTheBear said:
https://twitter.com/89SGagner/status/1097200598716313605

His thank-you to the Leafs was so much better haha.
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What's he thanking the Leafs for?  What team wouldn't take a good player to play on their AHL team and help show the rookies how to be a pro, all the while not having to pay him a red cent.  He was free for the Leafs organization lol
 
Actually, a lot of teams would probably want to use that spot on developing one of their own prospects.
 
Zee said:
CarltonTheBear said:
https://twitter.com/89SGagner/status/1097200598716313605

His thank-you to the Leafs was so much better haha.
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What's he thanking the Leafs for?  What team wouldn't take a good player to play on their AHL team and help show the rookies how to be a pro, all the while not having to pay him a red cent.  He was free for the Leafs organization lol
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Why rain on a nice thank you? My guess for the thanks is that they treated him very well, like one of their own and while it benefited both, they didn't have to. Could have possibly used that roster spot for a kid. Anyway, nice gesture on both parts.
 
Guilt Trip said:
Zee said:
CarltonTheBear said:
https://twitter.com/89SGagner/status/1097200598716313605

His thank-you to the Leafs was so much better haha.
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What's he thanking the Leafs for?  What team wouldn't take a good player to play on their AHL team and help show the rookies how to be a pro, all the while not having to pay him a red cent.  He was free for the Leafs organization lol
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Why rain on a nice thank you? My guess for the thanks is that they treated him very well, like one of their own and while it benefited both, they didn't have to. Could have possibly used that roster spot for a kid. Anyway, nice gesture on both parts.
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Not raining on his parade, it was just a win-win for the Leafs.  They have a philosophy of building their own prospects by having them play on good teams and part of that is making the playoffs and having a good run in the AHL.  You need veteran guys to be able to do that like Greening last year and this, and Gagner fit that role as well.  Other organizations might not have done this, but it was a perfect fit for the Leafs, the fact they didn't even have to pay him was just funny, cause Vancouver found no use for him and allowed the Leafs organization to benefit while they foot the cost.
 
Zee said:
Not raining on his parade, it was just a win-win for the Leafs.  They have a philosophy of building their own prospects by having them play on good teams and part of that is making the playoffs and having a good run in the AHL.  You need veteran guys to be able to do that like Greening last year and this, and Gagner fit that role as well.  Other organizations might not have done this, but it was a perfect fit for the Leafs, the fact they didn't even have to pay him was just funny, cause Vancouver found no use for him and allowed the Leafs organization to benefit while they foot the cost.
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It still seems weird to wonder why he was grateful. They could have passed and he would have been stuck in wherever Utica is.
 
CarltonTheBear said:
Zee said:
Not raining on his parade, it was just a win-win for the Leafs.  They have a philosophy of building their own prospects by having them play on good teams and part of that is making the playoffs and having a good run in the AHL.  You need veteran guys to be able to do that like Greening last year and this, and Gagner fit that role as well.  Other organizations might not have done this, but it was a perfect fit for the Leafs, the fact they didn't even have to pay him was just funny, cause Vancouver found no use for him and allowed the Leafs organization to benefit while they foot the cost.
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It still seems weird to wonder why he was grateful. They could have passed and he would have been stuck in wherever Utica is.
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Especially considering that because Gagner isn't a career AHL gud pro but rather a guy who's used to being in the NHL and all the luxury that entails, there's no way to have known that he'd be a positive influence on the kids as his NHL career seemingly slipped out of grasp. The Leafs took a chance on him adjusting well to the situation.
 
Nik the Trik said:
Especially considering that because Gagner isn't a career AHL gud pro but rather a guy who's used to being in the NHL and all the luxury that entails, there's no way to have known that he'd be a positive influence on the kids as his NHL career seemingly slipped out of grasp. The Leafs took a chance on him adjusting well to the situation.
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Right. There's a lot more Michalek/Laich's than there are Greening's.
 
Zee said:
Guilt Trip said:
Zee said:
CarltonTheBear said:
https://twitter.com/89SGagner/status/1097200598716313605

His thank-you to the Leafs was so much better haha.
Click to expand...

What's he thanking the Leafs for?  What team wouldn't take a good player to play on their AHL team and help show the rookies how to be a pro, all the while not having to pay him a red cent.  He was free for the Leafs organization lol
Click to expand...
Why rain on a nice thank you? My guess for the thanks is that they treated him very well, like one of their own and while it benefited both, they didn't have to. Could have possibly used that roster spot for a kid. Anyway, nice gesture on both parts.
Click to expand...

Not raining on his parade, it was just a win-win for the Leafs.  They have a philosophy of building their own prospects by having them play on good teams and part of that is making the playoffs and having a good run in the AHL.  You need veteran guys to be able to do that like Greening last year and this, and Gagner fit that role as well.  Other organizations might not have done this, but it was a perfect fit for the Leafs, the fact they didn't even have to pay him was just funny, cause Vancouver found no use for him and allowed the Leafs organization to benefit while they foot the cost.
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Def a win-win for us and it is kind of funny. Free mentor!
 
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