Anderson Traded to Sens for Brian Elliott
Goalie swap...trying to catch lightning in a bottle?
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literally, Beachie was just about to post a poll about whether Andy would be back next year.
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by David Driscoll-Carignan on Feb 18, 2011 8:46 AM MST reply actions
Good move, goalie is the most glaring hole on this team, by far. /sarcasm
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by Hardshell_Taco_del_Lowayne on Feb 18, 2011 8:46 AM MST reply actions
I am not sure this is an upgrade.
Good Luck to Anderson! Hope he gets his mojo back there.
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Judging just by personal stats to this point, Elliott looks like a slight downgrade. But we all know Andy hasn’t been the same since his knee injury, so Elliott might actually be better long-term.
Not that anything this team does is long-term when it comes to goalies.
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Generally a player for player swap isn’t a upgrade. Either team could come out the winner on this. Personal opinion – Andy is the better goalie. Mainly because I just hate the sens
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by RyanO'Reilly FanClub on Feb 18, 2011 8:54 AM MST via mobile up reply actions
Generally a player for player swap isn’t a upgrade. Either team could come out the winner on this. Personal opinion – Andy is the better goalie. Mainly because I just hate the sens
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by RyanO'Reilly FanClub on Feb 18, 2011 8:54 AM MST via mobile up reply actions
Didn’t even wait a year to give up on him… facepalm
by amit916 on Feb 18, 2011 8:53 AM MST via mobile reply actions
nope
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by David Driscoll-Carignan on Feb 18, 2011 8:54 AM MST up reply actions
Rediculous. Why make a move for another average goalie instead of a move for a D-man??
Let the new season begin already!!!
Because Andy would’ve been gone after the season anyway. Now they’ll give a younger version of Andy a chance in those last 20 or so games.
AVS. HEALTHY. WHEN.
Elliot has made a flashy save or two, but he is not a very good goalie
Are you suggesting coconuts migrate?
Then he’ll fit right in.
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by Joe Dunman on Feb 18, 2011 8:58 AM MST up reply actions 2 recs
Injured already?
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by niwotsblessing on Feb 18, 2011 9:39 AM MST up reply actions
We’ll see that soon. While I hoped that we can get a bit more in return if Andy is traded, I think this is better than doing nothing and letting him go after the season.
AVS. HEALTHY. WHEN.
So much for trading him to a contender and actually getting something back in return. I can’t say I’m impressed by this move. Not one bit.
An end to this "When" thing. When.
Especially after all the talk about Bernier, Schnieder and Rask…
by MalachiConstant on Feb 18, 2011 8:56 AM MST up reply actions
This is an ugly move. I see someone above said Anderson “blew” his opportunity…I will disagree heartily and say we don’t know what happened with him this season. Injuries, the “personal matter,” playing behind this D. I don’t think he “blew” anything.
As for Elliot? Ugh…
Are you suggesting coconuts migrate?
FUN FACTS
Elliot has a moose on the back of his helmet because he was taught the art of moose calling by the late champion moose caller, Owen Scott
Elliot also has Casey Jones, TMNT on the back of his helmet. Casey Jones is one of my favorite Dead songs, so that’s a plus.
Uh oh, we picked up another stoner.
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I don't understand the purpose of the line, "I don't need to drink
to have fun." Great, no one does. But why start a fire with flint and
sticks when they've invented the lighter?
Does he like Phish too? Let’s get Raycroft back too and we can have Goaliestock.
An end to this "When" thing. When.
by Bob in Boulder on Feb 18, 2011 11:49 AM MST up reply actions
No one will be able to score through the smokescreen!
"In my experience, there's no such thing as luck" -Obi Wan Kenobi
I don't understand the purpose of the line, "I don't need to drink
to have fun." Great, no one does. But why start a fire with flint and
sticks when they've invented the lighter?
Heyo!
Finally, I wanna thank God, because God gave me this Dundie. And I feel God in this Chili's tonight.
by Dan Winkler on Feb 18, 2011 12:10 PM MST up reply actions
bigger question: does this signal the end of budaj?
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by David Driscoll-Carignan on Feb 18, 2011 8:57 AM MST reply actions
B/c Elliot could be the new back-up to a UFA we sign over the off season. Or another trade.
by MalachiConstant on Feb 18, 2011 8:59 AM MST up reply actions
yeah, Avs now have 2 backup goalies, no starter
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by David Driscoll-Carignan on Feb 18, 2011 9:01 AM MST up reply actions
True but I don’t think they got Elliott to be the next backup. They wanna test him now.
AVS. HEALTHY. WHEN.
Giving him a shot for the rest of the season would be pretty easy if the plan is to sign a UFA over the summer.
by MalachiConstant on Feb 18, 2011 9:02 AM MST up reply actions
I don’t think so.
Winnik is a fucking Win!
by Sandie Gauthier on Feb 18, 2011 9:00 AM MST up reply actions
Going with the 2 backup goalie plan?
by Where is Bob Hartley? on Feb 18, 2011 10:25 PM MST up reply actions
Elliot probably has lower salary expectations for next season. AmIrite or amirite?
An end to this "When" thing. When.
probably actually
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by Jibblescribbits on Feb 18, 2011 9:10 AM MST up reply actions
They were probably trying to negotiate a new contract with Andy before he becomes a UFA, he wanted more than they thought he was worth, and adios! But man, what a fucking disappointing return.
An end to this "When" thing. When.
by Bob in Boulder on Feb 18, 2011 9:12 AM MST up reply actions
I don’t agree with this…is Elliot an RFA coming up?
by amit916 on Feb 18, 2011 8:57 AM MST via mobile reply actions
Not awful, but...
I think Sherman could have done better with this one.
HUNWICK. WHY.
DECENT OFFICIALS. WHEN? NEVER.
Well.....
After the Hunwick trade and now this I am starting to doubt the Sherm….
Let the new season begin already!!!
Hunwick's one of Av's better players, right now.
Thanks for the memories, Peter.
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by Tempestuous Binary on Feb 18, 2011 9:57 AM MST up reply actions
Sweet Jesus, the things people do nowadays to live up to the illusion of beauty...
Thanks for the memories, Peter.
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by Tempestuous Binary on Feb 18, 2011 10:33 AM MST up reply actions
Yup. Hunwick seems as if he’s playing with a purpose now. And that purpose isn’t to suck it up.
Avs win. When?
This is why I know he came here to ruin the Avs. He sucked when we needed him to be good. But now that we need to work towards the highest draft pick possible, he’s trying to win games. Benedict fucking Hunwick.
The A-hole formerly known as Andykrist. Only the name has changed.
Use it against him
Let him center Duchene’s line. He’s fast, so that means they’re basically the same player, right?
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MOTS
Sherm, the champion of the Mediocre and the Mundane! Hopefully a move for another move. I’ll miss Andy.
Hopefully .... ?
Vancouver wants Elliot as a backup and the next move is for Schneider? I’m grasping at straws here. As probably are the Avs.
An end to this "When" thing. When.
I still question whether Vancouver would ever make that deal….. if they have ANY faith in Schneider, why trade him to a division rival?
Trues, but with 6 years still on Luongo’s contract, Schneider ain’t staying with Vancouver
Are you suggesting coconuts migrate?
absolutely, I could see them moving him because they know he can play somewhere, but there’s going to be a ton of other teams that aren’t in their division they can send him to. If I were Vancouver, Colorado might be the last place I’d send a promising goalie.
I have that feeling as well
At least I hope they wouldn’t trade him within the division. And if they did I hope it was for a much steeper price
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by IncredibleEdibleYETI on Feb 18, 2011 10:02 AM MST up reply actions
Idk, I kind of feel like Thomas might retire on a high note. It’s possible he stays though.
Avs win. When?
I’d be very meh towards it. Unless they’re playing Toronto or Tampa I don’t really care what the Bs do.
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Tampa is a team I thought might make a play for Anderson
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by David Driscoll-Carignan on Feb 18, 2011 10:14 AM MST up reply actions
Same here. Especially the way Rolly got lit up by Detroit last night. Though I wasn’t sure what would come the Avs way.
by MalachiConstant on Feb 18, 2011 10:16 AM MST up reply actions
This is a lateral move at best…we’ve seen Amdy at his best, Elliot, cannot be an upgrade can he?
Please let this not be a Raycroft Budaj situation all over again…this screams cheap/money saving…I’m all for rebuild but they need to go and sign someone this summer before I see all their moves as cost effective and bargain first.
by amit916 on Feb 18, 2011 9:01 AM MST via mobile reply actions
We have seen Andy at his best
and it was last year.
This year he has been garbage, at least since the injuries, and in today’s NHL a bargain goalie can compete for the cup (re: Niemi vs Leighton/Boucher (he did get them there)) so in retrospect, I’d be happy to watch Elliot and Budaj lose games and get something if Elliot signs elsewhere in the summer, than watch Andy and Budaj lose games and get nothing when Anderson signs with an AHL team
NIemi also had a hell of a defense in front of him. Niemi with this D in front wouldn’t have gone far at all.
Avs win. When?
Exactly
Gone are the days of Roy, Hasek and Broduer.
Today anyone can be goalie, you just need the defense.
Had a problem with slappers from the point.
Thanks for the memories, Peter.
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by Tempestuous Binary on Feb 18, 2011 9:59 AM MST up reply actions
My season ticket renewal package
Is getting closer and closer to the recycle bin here. Wtf Avs? Wtf?
An end to this "When" thing. When.
Really Bob? You’re that upset about this deal?
Finally, I wanna thank God, because God gave me this Dundie. And I feel God in this Chili's tonight.
by Dan Winkler on Feb 18, 2011 9:04 AM MST up reply actions
Yes
Andy has shown, at least for brief stints, that he can be an elite goaltender in this league. The entire team has sucked this season, especially the defense. Trading him for a mediocre goaltender is a joke.
An end to this "When" thing. When.
by Bob in Boulder on Feb 18, 2011 9:05 AM MST up reply actions
I wish Elliot was mediocre. But he is young!
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by Jibblescribbits on Feb 18, 2011 9:11 AM MST up reply actions
Dear Elliot
Please surprise us. That is all.
HUNWICK. WHY.
DECENT OFFICIALS. WHEN? NEVER.
by JackAvsFan on Feb 18, 2011 9:04 AM MST reply actions 1 recs
Side note
Suggestion for a new tagline:
MHH – Now with abrubt commercial interruptions!
An end to this "When" thing. When.
by Bob in Boulder on Feb 18, 2011 9:04 AM MST reply actions 1 recs
im with ddc on this one….i bet budaj is gone and another goalie comes in by way of trade of free agency
Unless this is the precursor to a move for a legit starting keeper (which Elliott doesn’t even have the imagination to fantasize that he is), this move is absolutely turrible.
Thanks for everything Foppa!
Won’t he want more than league minimum for a salary though?
by MalachiConstant on Feb 18, 2011 9:13 AM MST up reply actions
well, so much for that. and i was so looking forward to getting their 2nd.
by some white guy on Feb 20, 2011 9:34 PM MST up reply actions
lol
Thanks for the memories, Peter.
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by Tempestuous Binary on Feb 18, 2011 10:01 AM MST up reply actions
Check the stats
Elliot had a good year last year (29-19, 2.57 GAA, 5 shutouts). No that’s not vezina worthy but its not bad. This year he is playing for an abysmal Ottawa team, so I don’t think it’s fair to say he’s the Suxxorz.
And I would wager the Avs defense is FAR more abysmal this year…and last year behind an almost equally abysmal defense, and without injuries and personal problems, Andy dwarfed Elliot.
Are you suggesting coconuts migrate?
personal problems
That’s a part of the issue. If Avs know the specifics of these “personal problems”, it may make sense to cut him loose.
Thanks for the memories, Peter.
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by Tempestuous Binary on Feb 18, 2011 10:05 AM MST up reply actions
Who knows, those problems may have had more to do with the team.
Winnik is a fucking Win!
by Sandie Gauthier on Feb 18, 2011 10:28 AM MST up reply actions
True. But then, maybe the solution was to get him off the team.
Goalie Guild had an interesting take on him:
In Anderson, I see a goalie who no longer has the same work ethic he displayed and sustained all of last season. He has allowed frustrations to overwhelm his mind and he no longer has the intense, fiery focus and attitude that made him successful last year.
…
This year, I just haven’t seen that second effort and that intense work ethic anymore. … He becomes disinterested or defeated after a goal is allowed and he doesn’t seem as engaged afterwards. In practices, many viewers and scouts say that he doesn’t work nearly as hard as last year. I’ve heard this from a number of people and I’ve seen it for myself on more than a couple of occasions.
Maybe it was better for him to leave. You know, fresh start.
Thanks for the memories, Peter.
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by Tempestuous Binary on Feb 18, 2011 10:38 AM MST up reply actions
yes
i like goalie guild, but that was 2 paragraphs of pure pop-psychology, and 0 evidence to back it up.
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by Jibblescribbits on Feb 18, 2011 10:44 AM MST up reply actions
Hmm…the second paragraph wasn’t. It describes scouts and practice observers who noticed a difference between this year and last. The author has also seen it for himself. There’s evidence to back it up.
Finally, I wanna thank God, because God gave me this Dundie. And I feel God in this Chili's tonight.
by Dan Winkler on Feb 18, 2011 10:51 AM MST up reply actions
Are scouts now body language experts or something?
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by Jibblescribbits on Feb 18, 2011 10:54 AM MST up reply actions
How do you get “body language” from “doesn’t work nearly as hard as last year”? Body language is when we think he gets all sad or mad after giving up a goal. Not working as hard is just that – evaluating his effort in practice last year and comparing it to his effort this year. What don’t you understand about the difference between the two?
Finally, I wanna thank God, because God gave me this Dundie. And I feel God in this Chili's tonight.
by Dan Winkler on Feb 18, 2011 10:57 AM MST up reply actions
I should have phrased that differently
I understand your skepticism if the scouts had said they don’t like his body language, and that it was different this year than last. But it seems to me that the comment about not working as hard in practices this year is quantifiable, which is why I don’t think it’s just pop psychology.
Finally, I wanna thank God, because God gave me this Dundie. And I feel God in this Chili's tonight.
by Dan Winkler on Feb 18, 2011 11:47 AM MST up reply actions
Perception bias. We perceived he was working hard last season and he was playing well. We perceived he wasn’t this season when he wasn’t. The hard evidence would be something along the lines of “Last season he stayed late at practice, or he did these specific things.”
As far as I can tell the evidence is “he just looks different” which is as easily explained with perception or confirmation bias as it it with him actually working differently.
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by Jibblescribbits on Feb 18, 2011 2:05 PM MST up reply actions
You don’t have to be an expert to be observant…
by Where is Bob Hartley? on Feb 18, 2011 10:26 PM MST up reply actions
I haven’t said that people haven’t observed a difference. But making that observation and then implying meaning from it are two different things.
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by Jibblescribbits on Feb 19, 2011 1:51 PM MST up reply actions
Jibble there’s about 279472893 pieces of evidence to back up what I said about Anderson. And I’m clearly capable of absorbing and understanding a goalie’s attitude. That’s what goalie scouts do. His demeanor was terrible and every time I watched him practice, he didn’t have nearly the kind of work ethic he had last year. Budaj out-works him almost on a daily basis. I’ve heard this from so many analysts and scouts its not even funny and I’ve seen it for myself every single practice I’ve gone to.
It’s blindingly clear Anderson’s frustrations and lack of support from the defense caused him to lose the fire. It’s not that hard to see in the way he reacts to goals against, his body language , etc. How in the world you consider that pure pop-psychology and “0 evidence” is strange to me. What more proof do you need? Every goal he allows he looks like he cares less and less.
There’s nothing positive in that.
Plenty of evidence to back it up. I see it every single game.
Think about this.
Sacco’s questionable decisions to pull Budaj and put in Anderson in the Calgary game. Anderson hadn’t skated in 5 days due to his “personal leave” … he’s rusty and not ready for game action.
Sacco throws him into the fire without warning in the Calgary game. He could have waited until intermission and given Anderson time to mentally prepare and stretch. He didn’t. That’s a TERRIBLE decision…and something that I think was the straw that broke the camel’s back. If I were Anderson, I’d be furious in that situation. You just don’t do that to your goalie.
There’s all the evidence you need that Anderson was CLEARLY unhappy and frustrated with this situation. His attitude and demeanor and body language had been reflecting that unhappiness for weeks.
It doesn’t take a psychologist to understand that.
by TheGoalieGuild on Feb 18, 2011 12:01 PM MST up reply actions
So this kind of relates to what I was thinking about him sick of seeing this many shots every year. Or frustration that ever shot he seems to see is the oppositions best shot.
And if Anderson didn’t care, didn’t try, or was just frustrated or whatever…and Budaj outworked him in practice and in games, and still has similar stats…what does that say about our team as a whole? Especially defensively. Yuck
Are you suggesting coconuts migrate?
His demeanor was terrible and every time I watched him practice, he didn’t have nearly the kind of work ethic he had last year.
Beachie can actually attest to this. I remember one of her practice reports (at the very least) mentioning that Andy didn’t look like he was trying very hard.
Thanks for the memories, Peter.
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by Tempestuous Binary on Feb 18, 2011 12:59 PM MST up reply actions
Two examples:
http://www.milehighhockey.com/2011/1/11/1928877/practice-notes-tuesday-jan-11-2011
Budaj was making some really nice glove saves today. Andy, on the other hand, was letting in some soft goals and really didn’t seem too upset about it like he would be in the past. I’m not sure how much goalies relax during practice, but I don’t think Andy was even close to giving it a lot of energy and focus.
http://www.milehighhockey.com/2011/1/19/1944485/practice-notes-wednesday-january-19
Andy sometimes (okay, often) relaxed on the plays, not going into full butterfly mode; Boods was his usual, hard-working self
Could be more; I didn’t search that hard.
Thanks for the memories, Peter.
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by Tempestuous Binary on Feb 18, 2011 1:14 PM MST up reply actions
Further reason to doubt the coaching staff these days. Sigh.
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by Hardshell_Taco_del_Lowayne on Feb 18, 2011 1:43 PM MST up reply actions
We hashed a lot of this out on twitter, so I won’t say too much. I do think I can more clearly articulate what I mean here, and there’s an audience here that may not have followed our debate, so I’ll respond.
Anderson looks frustrated. I agree with this statement
Anderson hasn’t played well I agree with this statement as well
Anderson isn’t playing well because he’s frustrated This is where people start to lose me. I can just as easily say “Anderson is frustrated because he’s not playing well” and there’s just as much evidence to support that as the complete opposite.
I have my own hypothesis: Anderson started the season off, and lost his confidence when he came back from injury. Everything I see, the “lack of fire” the body language, makes me believe he’s suffering from a lack of confidence, not disinterest or poor work ethic or anything. Granted I haven’t been to as many practices as you, but everything you mention above (lack of work ethic, etc) falls in line with a lost his confidence hypothesis as well.
But again that’s a hypothesis, and pop-psychology as well. I shouldn’t have said 0 evidence above, but all the evidence that supports your hypothesis, and mine, is circumstantial, highly subjective and extremely prone to confirmation/perception bias.
That’s the problem with other comments I’ve seen saying “He looks indifferent” and “he doesn’t care” and “he doesn’t have the fire”. They are entirely subjective. I could say “He looks relaxed” “He lost confidence” or “He looks focused” and every single interpretation is a completely acceptable one.
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by Jibblescribbits on Feb 18, 2011 2:16 PM MST up reply actions 1 recs
More amateur psychology
I may be wrong, but wouldn’t a lack of confidence be accompanied by an increase in work habits in order to regain that confidence or improve to the point where he becomes more confident? Or, would his lack of improvement after working hard put him into more of a funk that would spiral into a further decrease in confidence and the possibility of just giving up after seeing everything go so wrong?
Perhaps the giant floating Chipotle burrito at the Pepsi Center is just a giant floating burrito and has nothing to do with mothers or penises.
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Are you trying to change human nature or something?
by Where is Bob Hartley? on Feb 18, 2011 10:34 PM MST up reply actions
Turn us all into exact science robots?
by Where is Bob Hartley? on Feb 18, 2011 10:35 PM MST up reply actions
I don’t understand your point.
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by Jibblescribbits on Feb 19, 2011 1:51 PM MST up reply actions
so he had a worse year than andy last year....
and a worse year than andy this year…. sounds good
Thanks Peter.
by Cole D Hamilton on Feb 18, 2011 9:13 AM MST up reply actions
The stats
say Elliot is Peter Budaj
Avalanche Shutouts are a powerful Aphrodisiac
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by Jibblescribbits on Feb 18, 2011 9:16 AM MST up reply actions
So when does Budaj go? Next week?
by Where is Bob Hartley? on Feb 18, 2011 10:01 AM MST up reply actions
I'm a big Andy supporter
but other than last year, how good is he actually? Waived 3 times, traded once, signed for basement money. We are all remembering his great run last year, and I think we were all too reserved to actually realize THIS years Andy is the real Andy
yup, agree with this 100%. Wonder if there wasn’t some friction between him and the coaching staff over things this seasons too….. no evidence for this at all, but I wouldn’t be surprised.
Remember he also had a good season filling in for Vokoun down in FL. The guy faced a lot of rubber in the last 4 years…eventually that’s going to wear on you.
Are you suggesting coconuts migrate?
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by MalachiConstant on Feb 18, 2011 9:11 AM MST reply actions 1 recs
Well, this should put both teams in the playoffs
Honesty, WTF?
"I'm sick of following my dreams. I'm just going to ask them where they're goin', and hook up with them later." -- M.H.
Exactly, these are two bottom dwellers selling short term assets to each other. I don’t understand what the point is.
"I'm sick of following my dreams. I'm just going to ask them where they're goin', and hook up with them later." -- M.H.
Deck chairs baby - deck chairs.
So long as the band plays on, we’re cool.
Thanks for everything Foppa!
It could be some kind of false hope deal. The Avs are thinking we’ll pay to see someone else suck in net for a while?
"I'm sick of following my dreams. I'm just going to ask them where they're goin', and hook up with them later." -- M.H.
THIS. Even if they have some secret master plan to make this all work out beautiful like, the Avs are doing a fracking ass-hat job at inspiring confidence in ticket purchasers.
by MalachiConstant on Feb 18, 2011 9:30 AM MST up reply actions
UW Graduate
Hello everyone:
I went to UW, and was there the 2 years Elliott was the starter, and watched him put Bucky on his back to the national championship.
I’m SO stoked on this. He’s a pretty good goalie.
Feel free to pepper me with questions.
Please say more reassuring sentences.
by MalachiConstant on Feb 18, 2011 9:13 AM MST up reply actions
Ditto.
Jonas Holøs- Putting the Ø in defense since 2010!
by niwotsblessing on Feb 18, 2011 9:14 AM MST up reply actions
He was a HUGE HUGE HUGE reason we won the Championship. 50 save shutout in a 3 OT game in the NCAA’s. We scuffled for a while when he was out. He’s a big kid, quite mobile.
There was this one game in college where TJ Hensick and Kevin Porter were awesome. That was a great game.
Finally, I wanna thank God, because God gave me this Dundie. And I feel God in this Chili's tonight.
by Dan Winkler on Feb 18, 2011 9:23 AM MST up reply actions
Whisper in our ears how much he reminded you of Roy. That might help.
An end to this "When" thing. When.
by Bob in Boulder on Feb 18, 2011 9:16 AM MST up reply actions
Yeah come to think of it, this is more a nostalgia move for me that makes me happy. It may not work out, but I’m excited.
Nostalgia’s cool.
Finally, I wanna thank God, because God gave me this Dundie. And I feel God in this Chili's tonight.
by Dan Winkler on Feb 18, 2011 9:23 AM MST up reply actions
Tell me about the rabbits, George.
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by Dixomatic on Feb 18, 2011 9:22 AM MST up reply actions 4 recs
Ha ha.
Finally, I wanna thank God, because God gave me this Dundie. And I feel God in this Chili's tonight.
by Dan Winkler on Feb 18, 2011 9:23 AM MST up reply actions
Wasn’t that one of the many books we didn’t read in high school?
An end to this "When" thing. When.
by Bob in Boulder on Feb 18, 2011 9:24 AM MST up reply actions
Fucking hacks are always robbing my childhood of its cartoons.
The A-hole formerly known as Andykrist. Only the name has changed.
Ok guys. Normally this would be funny. But this is Steinbeck we are talking about here. He is to literature what Foppa was to hockey. His very aura of manliness made lesser males cower as he passed.
by MalachiConstant on Feb 18, 2011 9:34 AM MST up reply actions
Are you really stepping up for Steinbeck? I mean, honorable and all, but I am a huge Steinbeck fan, and I just don’t see anything wrong with this.
The A-hole formerly known as Andykrist. Only the name has changed.
We just traded Anderson for Elliott. Sarcasm is irrelevant.
The A-hole formerly known as Andykrist. Only the name has changed.
My mental image while replying:
Steinbeck bursts through all wall into Sherman’s office. Backhands Sherman’s face, knocking him out cold. Ties a rope around the whole of the Pepsi Center and drags it with his teeth into the essence of glory.
by MalachiConstant on Feb 18, 2011 9:44 AM MST up reply actions
Steinbeck bursts through a wall into Sherman’s office
OH YEAHHH
I make music. I don't think it's despicable, do you?
Yes.. I was so unaware that you were joking about the plagiarism.
by MalachiConstant on Feb 18, 2011 9:40 AM MST up reply actions
No worries. My nerves were frayed off long ago.
by MalachiConstant on Feb 18, 2011 9:45 AM MST up reply actions
Apparently it surprises you guys that I was being sarcastic too?
by MalachiConstant on Feb 18, 2011 9:42 AM MST up reply actions
Don’t let the hive-mind get you down man
by MalachiConstant on Feb 18, 2011 9:35 AM MST up reply actions
Yeah, if this news had not come during an 8-game losing streak, it wouldn’t seem so awful. Well, maybe not.
Mile High Hockey: A lot more fun to watch than the Avalanche.
I’m thinking this is a prelude trade, I also love the fact that none of the hockey experts had this on their radar.
Jonas Holøs- Putting the Ø in defense since 2010!
well they had Andy being traded…. but its hard to predict these kinds of swaps, like the Mueller Wolski deal last year
Thanks Peter.
by Cole D Hamilton on Feb 18, 2011 9:17 AM MST up reply actions
Maybe he's a masochist.
Thanks for the memories, Peter.
"God I'm excited for those two to fail miserably." - SBNation writer Andrew Sharp on Josh McDaniels and Tim Tebow.
by Tempestuous Binary on Feb 18, 2011 10:13 AM MST up reply actions
But Phoenix’s management loved him!
Finally, I wanna thank God, because God gave me this Dundie. And I feel God in this Chili's tonight.
by Dan Winkler on Feb 18, 2011 9:24 AM MST up reply actions
Weren’t we trying to upgrade the goalie? Hopefully their getting Elliott as the new backup and a Vokoun deal will be going down shortly
Thanks Peter.
by Cole D Hamilton on Feb 18, 2011 9:14 AM MST reply actions
I'm not sure
is Peter Budaj Brian Elliot west, or is Elliot Peter Budaj East?
Avalanche Shutouts are a powerful Aphrodisiac
Jibblescribbits: C'mon over and waste some time
by Jibblescribbits on Feb 18, 2011 9:14 AM MST reply actions 1 recs
Your 2010-2011 Avalanche: What?
An end to this "When" thing. When.
by Bob in Boulder on Feb 18, 2011 9:17 AM MST up reply actions
FYI
this means Budajs gone next season too.
Avalanche Shutouts are a powerful Aphrodisiac
Jibblescribbits: C'mon over and waste some time
by Jibblescribbits on Feb 18, 2011 9:17 AM MST reply actions
hope so, im just worried their offering Elliott the same deal they did Andy, a whole season fresh start as the #1
Thanks Peter.
by Cole D Hamilton on Feb 18, 2011 9:18 AM MST up reply actions
I hope the Avs go after a real #1. neither Elliot or Budaj are one.
Avalanche Shutouts are a powerful Aphrodisiac
Jibblescribbits: C'mon over and waste some time
by Jibblescribbits on Feb 18, 2011 9:22 AM MST up reply actions
I’m aircraft mechanic, duct tape does indeed solve most problems. So that means Budalliot will be unstoppable.
Avs win. When?
Why didn’t you come to Denver and patch together Forschene then?
I make music. I don't think it's despicable, do you?
We’ll take up a collection.
Jonas Holøs- Putting the Ø in defense since 2010!
by niwotsblessing on Feb 18, 2011 9:44 AM MST up reply actions
One of them’s sure not sticking around. Can we re-gift Elliott?
I make music. I don't think it's despicable, do you?
Do you think that because this move means they acquired a backup goalie? What’s Eliot’s salary compared to Boods? Is he that much better of a backup than Budaj?
Finally, I wanna thank God, because God gave me this Dundie. And I feel God in this Chili's tonight.
by Dan Winkler on Feb 18, 2011 9:26 AM MST up reply actions
Elliot
$850k, Budaj $1.2M and they have nearly identical stats.
think the Avs just saved $400k next season (although Elliot will likely get a slight raise
Avalanche Shutouts are a powerful Aphrodisiac
Jibblescribbits: C'mon over and waste some time
by Jibblescribbits on Feb 18, 2011 10:31 AM MST up reply actions
I see your point, but I think it’s weird that they’d decide that they’d get rid of Boods, a guy who’s been in the organization forever and who, by all accounts, is a great teammate. I understand the team likes to save money, everyone does, but it seems weird. Maybe saving 350k isn’t so weird.
But maybe they’ve decided that Budaj’s never gonna be a #1, and maybe they think Elliott has a bigger upside.
Finally, I wanna thank God, because God gave me this Dundie. And I feel God in this Chili's tonight.
by Dan Winkler on Feb 18, 2011 10:46 AM MST up reply actions
I agree it’s a weird move, but if we go into next season with Budaj/Elliot, I’m gonna spend next season checking out prospects
Avalanche Shutouts are a powerful Aphrodisiac
Jibblescribbits: C'mon over and waste some time
by Jibblescribbits on Feb 18, 2011 10:48 AM MST up reply actions
I agree it’s a weird move, but if we go into next season with Budaj/Elliot, I’m gonna spend next season checking outprospectsbasketball.
Fixed.
The A-hole formerly known as Andykrist. Only the name has changed.
If this is the only new goalie….. we’re gonna be in a whole lot a trouble
Thanks Peter.
by Cole D Hamilton on Feb 18, 2011 9:17 AM MST reply actions
As if an 8-game losing streak wasn’t already trouble enough.
Mile High Hockey: A lot more fun to watch than the Avalanche.
Why do you hate the Avs? For all we know, this guy could show up night in and night out. Not probable, but possible.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rsb43vNr97M
Avs win. When?
Dater’s gonna shit a brick having 2 Budajs to bitch about
Thanks Peter.
by Cole D Hamilton on Feb 18, 2011 9:19 AM MST reply actions
If only Altitude would make these mid-game ad breaks a staple, he’d be the happiest man on Earth.
I make music. I don't think it's despicable, do you?
He was better last game- hell it was even fun!
Winnik is a fucking Win!
by Sandie Gauthier on Feb 18, 2011 10:30 AM MST up reply actions
REJOICE MHHers!
This is obviously the precursor to our own sandwich punching scion taking this team to the Cup next year!
Thanks for everything Foppa!
That was weird, eh? You were first. You win.
An end to this "When" thing. When.
by Bob in Boulder on Feb 18, 2011 9:23 AM MST up reply actions
I always win then. Reminds me of a joke. An egg is laying next to a chicken in bed. The chicken is happy, satisfied, and smoking a cig. The egg just has a disgusted look on its face. The egg says, “I guess we’ve finally answered THAT question, huh?”
An end to this "When" thing. When.
by Bob in Boulder on Feb 18, 2011 9:27 AM MST up reply actions 4 recs
Give BiB some love, help me turn this green.
Jonas Holøs- Putting the Ø in defense since 2010!
by niwotsblessing on Feb 18, 2011 9:46 AM MST up reply actions
Datsyuk may have done it first, but he learned it from Peter Forsberg.
Thanks for everything Foppa!
by Americanario on Feb 18, 2011 8:02 PM MST up reply actions
Alright Sherman, im gonna give you some trust… now you give me Vokoun in the next 48 hours or i swear to God, i’m gonna make some unkind photoshop with your face
Thanks Peter.
by Cole D Hamilton on Feb 18, 2011 9:21 AM MST reply actions 1 recs
I was thinking Pinky and the Sherm. What do you want to do tonight, Sherm? The same thing we do every night, Pinky—Try to ruin the Avs!
I make music. I don't think it's despicable, do you?
Our captain is in no way E.T. He looks too old and…human. Now Taylor Hall on the other hand, is not from this planet.
Avs win. When?
Adam Foote wants to know who or what an “E.T.” is. He just finished watching that new blockbuster “All Quiet On The Western Front” and thinks that Lew Ayres is a very promising young actor.
AVS. HEALTHY. WHEN.
He just bought Chris Chelios’ black and white console TV on craigslist.
An end to this "When" thing. When.
by Bob in Boulder on Feb 18, 2011 9:42 AM MST up reply actions
Makes sense, they both have busted up old legs.
"I'm sick of following my dreams. I'm just going to ask them where they're goin', and hook up with them later." -- M.H.
Foote would just cross check the furnace.
The A-hole formerly known as Andykrist. Only the name has changed.
lol, this thread is a win
Thanks Peter.
by Cole D Hamilton on Feb 18, 2011 9:50 AM MST up reply actions
YOU USED UP ALL THE HEALTHY FORWARDS
ON PURPOSE.
I make music. I don't think it's despicable, do you?
by SteveHouse on Feb 18, 2011 9:47 AM MST up reply actions 2 recs
It’s a particularly fun day here at MHH. But I guess with a topic as absurd as this goalie swap, things were bound to take off.
The A-hole formerly known as Andykrist. Only the name has changed.
This is the point we’ve reached. We have no idea what to think anymore, so everything is instantly hilarious.
I make music. I don't think it's despicable, do you?
Hey, I watched that this past CHristmas, did you watch Bon Cop, Bad Cop?
Winnik is a fucking Win!
by Sandie Gauthier on Feb 18, 2011 10:31 AM MST up reply actions
I don’t get it?
Winnik is a fucking Win!
by Sandie Gauthier on Feb 18, 2011 10:31 AM MST up reply actions
That’s not, technically, a question.
The A-hole formerly known as Andykrist. Only the name has changed.
What the Heck is the joke? Why would ET be in this?
Winnik is a fucking Win!
by Sandie Gauthier on Feb 18, 2011 10:33 AM MST up reply actions
I guess I’ll have to, I have no clue what you guys are talking about.
Winnik is a fucking Win!
by Sandie Gauthier on Feb 18, 2011 10:39 AM MST up reply actions
But that’s Elliot. Right there. Hanging out with ol’ turdneck hisself.
The A-hole formerly known as Andykrist. Only the name has changed.
Okay.....?
Winnik is a fucking Win!
by Sandie Gauthier on Feb 18, 2011 10:49 AM MST up reply actions
Damn it, woman! YouTube it or something!
The A-hole formerly known as Andykrist. Only the name has changed.
My age just caught up with me, held me down and beat me mercilessly.
I just realized that chances are excellent that this film was made before you were born.
FML.
Thanks for everything Foppa!
What year was it made?
Winnik is a fucking Win!
by Sandie Gauthier on Feb 18, 2011 11:14 AM MST up reply actions
June 1982, which was before I was born even. Though just barely.
by MalachiConstant on Feb 18, 2011 11:17 AM MST up reply actions
Barely then.
Winnik is a fucking Win!
by Sandie Gauthier on Feb 18, 2011 11:19 AM MST up reply actions
Side note
ET might be the most overrated movie of all time
Avalanche Shutouts are a powerful Aphrodisiac
Jibblescribbits: C'mon over and waste some time
by Jibblescribbits on Feb 18, 2011 10:44 AM MST up reply actions
a very worthy nomination as well
Avalanche Shutouts are a powerful Aphrodisiac
Jibblescribbits: C'mon over and waste some time
by Jibblescribbits on Feb 18, 2011 10:46 AM MST up reply actions
Most movies with Meryl Streep?
An end to this "When" thing. When.
by Bob in Boulder on Feb 18, 2011 10:47 AM MST up reply actions
Yeah, he sucks.
Finally, I wanna thank God, because God gave me this Dundie. And I feel God in this Chili's tonight.
by Dan Winkler on Feb 18, 2011 10:53 AM MST up reply actions
Agree. I won’t even watch him for free.
"In my experience, there's no such thing as luck" -Obi Wan Kenobi
I don't understand the purpose of the line, "I don't need to drink
to have fun." Great, no one does. But why start a fire with flint and
sticks when they've invented the lighter?
Something about Mary was an awesome flick, in spite of Stiller.
"It's all about the D"
by Busted Twigg on Feb 18, 2011 1:03 PM MST up reply actions
I think the ending of that movie might feel different now, knowing what we now know about Mr. Favre.
by MalachiConstant on Feb 18, 2011 1:06 PM MST up reply actions
I like Ben Stiller when he plays the straight man (Meet the Parents, Something about Mary, but absolutely can’t stand him when he’s being over the top for more than short bursts.
I did like Tropic Thunder, and he was, mostly, a straight man there.
Avalanche Shutouts are a powerful Aphrodisiac
Jibblescribbits: C'mon over and waste some time
by Jibblescribbits on Feb 18, 2011 2:19 PM MST up reply actions
You’re nuts. Best actress of the last 30 years. Still capable of being frisky, even in her 60s.
Finally, I wanna thank God, because God gave me this Dundie. And I feel God in this Chili's tonight.
by Dan Winkler on Feb 18, 2011 10:53 AM MST up reply actions
I don't hate her at all
but the movie’s she’s in usually suck.
An end to this "When" thing. When.
by Bob in Boulder on Feb 18, 2011 11:24 AM MST up reply actions
Cause otherwise, I’m just not sure how I’ll adjust to having a Sen between the pipes.
I make music. I don't think it's despicable, do you?
That looks too much like “They could have sent Duchene for pizza.”
The A-hole formerly known as Andykrist. Only the name has changed.
I’d send Duchene for pizza. He’d get back ridiculously fast.
I make music. I don't think it's despicable, do you?
And that includes the detour to the liquor store.
"I'm sick of following my dreams. I'm just going to ask them where they're goin', and hook up with them later." -- M.H.
He’d have to side-trip it into Canada since he’s not legal for Vodka here.
"It's all about the D"
by Busted Twigg on Feb 18, 2011 1:05 PM MST up reply actions
pssst, Sherm
He was only joking. Don’t you dare fucking do this.
An end to this "When" thing. When.
by Bob in Boulder on Feb 18, 2011 9:35 AM MST up reply actions
Until next season?
I’d be hockey free until the NHL returned again the Denver.
An end to this "When" thing. When.
by Bob in Boulder on Feb 18, 2011 9:36 AM MST up reply actions
And in another trade
The AVs trade GM Sherman for any GM who actually knows the difference between a Defencemen and a Forward so that they AVs can finally bring in some defense.
Let the new season begin already!!!
Another note
Now we know PL is unplugged. We didn’t pick up a Montreal goalie.
An end to this "When" thing. When.
WHAT THE FUCK JUST HAPPENED
I open my computer to this? I mean Elliot could be good. I have to imagine the Avs will go after another goalie.
And then, Jimmy Howard created man in his own image.
Remember yesterday when Dater said Toronto was interested? Well, he had the province right at least.
I make music. I don't think it's despicable, do you?
Dater was just shocked to learn that Canada isn’t really a mythological land and is indeed a real place.
Avs win. When?
Dater, not Bettman.
Go to Google maps (like a Bettman)
Look up Canada (like a Bettman)
Pee on the monitor (like a Bettman)
I make music. I don't think it's despicable, do you?
The Colorado Avalanche
Sending our unwanted goalies to Eastern Canada since 1995
Brilliant!
This will push Ottawa up the standings and Colorado down to a possible top 4 pick! Simply genius
2010-11 Colorado Avalanche: The Asskickers of the Amazing
I was thinking, and...
While this trade is pretty lateral, Elliot is two important things that Anderson is not:
1. Young and
2. Signed through next season
That means that Elliot could be used in a trade this summer as his contract doesn’t expire. It guarantees that we get something for Anderson as opposed to waiting for the off season when he could sign anywhere as a UFA. And Elliot’s youth makes him more attractive in a trade assuming he doesn’t completely suck.
HUNWICK. WHY.
DECENT OFFICIALS. WHEN? NEVER.
I thought
This was the last year of Elliot’s contract, RFA at season’s end. But maybe I’m wrong.
No
You are right he is a RFA this summer but that still gives the AVs first shot at him.
Let the new season begin already!!!
My bad
But yeah, as an RFA we are in no danger of losing him if we don’t want to.
HUNWICK. WHY.
DECENT OFFICIALS. WHEN? NEVER.
Eklund seems inclined to believe that Ottawa is going to flip Anderson over to someone else as part of another deal….. Obviously, take that for whatever hunk of crap it’s worth.
Just means Ottawa is going to do with Andy what Sherman couldn’t
Let the new season begin already!!!
i’ll laugh if Ottawa manages to get something great for him
and if Eklunds right
Thanks Peter.
by Cole D Hamilton on Feb 18, 2011 9:46 AM MST up reply actions
If the GM of Ottawa proves Eklund to be right, I’m pretty sure every member of HFboards will kill them both on the spot.
Avs win. When?
depends, do you really want to associate yourself with HFBoards?
Thanks Peter.
by Cole D Hamilton on Feb 18, 2011 9:49 AM MST up reply actions
If they’re fighting Eklund, I’ll join just about anybody who isn’t al-Qaeda.
I make music. I don't think it's despicable, do you?
Why would someone trade something great for Craig Anderson?
Finally, I wanna thank God, because God gave me this Dundie. And I feel God in this Chili's tonight.
by Dan Winkler on Feb 18, 2011 9:57 AM MST up reply actions
Because he showed that he is capable of carrying a team on his back last season? Including the 50 save playoff shutout against the Sharks?
An end to this "When" thing. When.
by Bob in Boulder on Feb 18, 2011 10:24 AM MST up reply actions
OK. Well, let me know when someone trades something great for a career backup who had one really great half season and one 50-save playoff game.
Finally, I wanna thank God, because God gave me this Dundie. And I feel God in this Chili's tonight.
by Dan Winkler on Feb 18, 2011 10:48 AM MST up reply actions
If they parlay him into some real talent, prospects, and/or decent draft picks, I will personally go to the Can and punch Sherm in the face.
An end to this "When" thing. When.
by Bob in Boulder on Feb 18, 2011 9:46 AM MST up reply actions
doesn’t seem to be Ottawa’s MO…
now if he went to Toronto…
Ottawa was probably concerned about getting a starting goalie next year and wanted to see what Andy had and possibly get first shot. If not they get stuck with Mr Glass and a goalie who isnt legal to drink in the states as no sane starting goalie is going to sign in Ottawa.
2010-11 Colorado Avalanche: The Asskickers of the Amazing
I love Sherman… but there’s gotta be more. Every trade we’ve expected an underperforming player to come here and overachieve, and as we’ve seen over the last 20 games? overachieving players dont overachieve for long
Thanks Peter.
by Cole D Hamilton on Feb 18, 2011 9:48 AM MST reply actions
If I’m the fellow passengers of Elliot on his way to Colorado, I’m a bit worried right now.
"I'm sick of following my dreams. I'm just going to ask them where they're goin', and hook up with them later." -- M.H.
Do you go ahead and risk the flight, or do you get off and risk knowing that Death is gonna follow you?
I make music. I don't think it's despicable, do you?
Point Break?
Living in the D, but It's All About The A.
by Avalanche318 on Feb 18, 2011 10:31 AM MST up reply actions
Zang
"I'm sick of following my dreams. I'm just going to ask them where they're goin', and hook up with them later." -- M.H.
Thanks for the memories, Peter.
"God I'm excited for those two to fail miserably." - SBNation writer Andrew Sharp on Josh McDaniels and Tim Tebow.
by Tempestuous Binary on Feb 18, 2011 10:26 AM MST up reply actions
I’m learning to spell Elliott with that second “t”. Sort of like learning that Winnik has no “c”.
Avs win. When?
Silver Seven (Sens blog) is practically dancing in the streets over this…
by MalachiConstant on Feb 18, 2011 9:55 AM MST reply actions
Same with Sens fans I know on other sites, they hated Elliott.
I make music. I don't think it's despicable, do you?
And will be right up until Andy’s first start.
The A-hole formerly known as Andykrist. Only the name has changed.
He could be brilliant for them. Noone knows. Maybe they’re dancing because it means they are almost ensured a top 3 pick.
Avs win. When?
Yeah, in all seriousness, it will be interesting to see what happens here. I can’t imagine the Avs or the Sens did this without some other move in mind.
The A-hole formerly known as Andykrist. Only the name has changed.
Does that mean he’ll skate in the Fastest Goalie skills comp and fight Carey Price?
I make music. I don't think it's despicable, do you?
I think what gets me about this is that Andy’s leaving amid such turmoil, after being a savior in the San Jose series (and other times) last year. It just feels unfair that the last thing he does is take personal leave, then come back and get shelled during The Day That Never Happened.
I make music. I don't think it's despicable, do you?
You’d have a hard time telling a goalie that had 2 starts in the same game that it never happened.
The A-hole formerly known as Andykrist. Only the name has changed.
Honestly, with the short, selective memory goalies need, the answer would probably be “I don’t remember a game on Monday.”
I make music. I don't think it's despicable, do you?
A decent trade
We traded with someone who didn’t fleece us and make us pay an arm and a leg to get.
Who’s a decent/starter UFA goalie this summer? Because this means budaj is gone too.
Vokoun
he’s dealt with playing in FL long enough… a young developing team shouldn’t be much different.
PLUS… has anyone realized that the Avs are SERIOUSLY below the cap next year? What if Flash can’t return and Hejduk retires? Your looking at a sub-$30mill payroll with only Jones, TJ, Hunwick & OByrne signing for more than 1.5mill.
something to think about…
2010-11 Colorado Avalanche: The Asskickers of the Amazing
"Brian is an experienced NHL goaltender. We look forward to having him join our team." -Avalanche General Manager/Executive Vice President Greg Sherman.
Sherm’s quote certainly doesn’t make it sound like Elliot is the #1.
by MalachiConstant on Feb 18, 2011 10:01 AM MST reply actions
Because imo he wont be. The Avs may go the rest of the year with Budaj/Elliott, but something tells me there may be more to those Schneider/Bernier rumors.
My belief is that Budaj will be gone in the off-season and Elliott will be the backup. He’s still young and perhaps something will develop. Either way, the new starter comes via free agency or trade.
At this point, none of the Avs goaltending prospects are a viable options. So acquiring the 2011-12 starter via free agency or trade makes sense. I don’t think they play on going with Elliott/Budaj for next season unless they want to draft in the top five in 2012.
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by Angélique C. Murray on Feb 18, 2011 10:04 AM MST up reply actions
I meant plan on not play on….meh.
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by Angélique C. Murray on Feb 18, 2011 10:05 AM MST up reply actions
Sounds like he just purchased a sandwich.
“The Fillet-o-fish is an experienced lunch item. We look forward to eating it.” -Avalanche General Manager/Executive Vice President Greg Sherman.
"I'm sick of following my dreams. I'm just going to ask them where they're goin', and hook up with them later." -- M.H.
The Dr. Pepper is an experienced beverage. We look forward to drinking it.
I make music. I don't think it's despicable, do you?
The french fry is an established side order and we feel that it will compliment our burger.
Avs win. When?
Unfortunately, we only have two orders of fries right now. We need a burger.
The A-hole formerly known as Andykrist. Only the name has changed.
118 Career starts….
Living in the D, but It's All About The A.
by Avalanche318 on Feb 18, 2011 10:33 AM MST up reply actions
Really? Bye Boods? Or does Elliot need a few days to get here?
by MalachiConstant on Feb 18, 2011 10:02 AM MST up reply actions
I hope so. A Budaj/Grahame tandem strikes fear in the heart of the Avs.
I make music. I don't think it's despicable, do you?
Cuz the Budaj/Elliott thing has me thinking win.
And Arby’s.
The A-hole formerly known as Andykrist. Only the name has changed.
isnt that what we got?
Thanks Peter.
by Cole D Hamilton on Feb 18, 2011 12:10 PM MST up reply actions
A good guess.. though one that does not feed my hope for new developments thanks
by MalachiConstant on Feb 18, 2011 10:04 AM MST up reply actions
it did take PF forever to get through and play for the avs.
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by An Unmitigated Disaster on Feb 18, 2011 10:02 AM MST up reply actions
Scouting report
ASSETS: A long-limbed butterfly goalie who covers a lot of area, he is quick on his skates and takes good angles. He’s calm, efficient in the crease and mature.
FLAWS: Lacks consistency. Not very pro-active with his stick, he also isn’t very proficient at puck-handling. Doesn’t challenge shooters enough and can lose his positioning at times.
CAREER POTENTIAL: Talented goaltender with consistency issues.
Sounds like a young dude, maybe he can pull it together, it does take longer for goalies than the other positions. I just I’m ok with the trade, it doesn’t excite me or make me upset. Rather a ‘meh’ type of thing.
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by An Unmitigated Disaster on Feb 18, 2011 10:02 AM MST reply actions
Erectile dysfunction?
AVS. HEALTHY. WHEN.
by StiflersMom on Feb 18, 2011 10:21 AM MST up reply actions
On the plus side, we’re no longer going to be grasping at straws like mental state, body language, disinterest or brand of pads to justify why our top goalie was a sieve.
"I'm sick of following my dreams. I'm just going to ask them where they're goin', and hook up with them later." -- M.H.
by Dixomatic on Feb 18, 2011 10:02 AM MST reply actions 1 recs
Yup.
Thanks for the memories, Peter.
"God I'm excited for those two to fail miserably." - SBNation writer Andrew Sharp on Josh McDaniels and Tim Tebow.
by Tempestuous Binary on Feb 18, 2011 10:30 AM MST up reply actions
Good luck in your future endeavours, Andy.
Thanks for the memories, Peter.
"God I'm excited for those two to fail miserably." - SBNation writer Andrew Sharp on Josh McDaniels and Tim Tebow.
by Tempestuous Binary on Feb 18, 2011 10:03 AM MST reply actions
Goalie Guild had a great piece pre-trade:
http://www.thegoalieguild.com/2011/02/budajanderson/
Thanks for the memories, Peter.
"God I'm excited for those two to fail miserably." - SBNation writer Andrew Sharp on Josh McDaniels and Tim Tebow.
by Tempestuous Binary on Feb 18, 2011 10:14 AM MST reply actions
I’ll believe it when the Leafs officially announce it.
I make music. I don't think it's despicable, do you?
Does Toronto get its pick back?
"I'm sick of following my dreams. I'm just going to ask them where they're goin', and hook up with them later." -- M.H.
No. That pick is on the table, but not for Kabs.
I make music. I don't think it's despicable, do you?
That’s pretty steep. Colborne is a beast.
An end to this "When" thing. When.
by Bob in Boulder on Feb 18, 2011 10:44 AM MST up reply actions
Of course, some Toronto fans are saying they want Wheeler too or else it’s not enough.
Avs win. When?
I thought Boston was trying to move Wheeler elsewhere to make space for Kaberle.
I make music. I don't think it's despicable, do you?
Toronto fans have no logic in their wants. Colborne and a first sounds decent for Kaberle.
Avs win. When?
sounds more than decent
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by David Driscoll-Carignan on Feb 18, 2011 10:57 AM MST up reply actions
It’s done as far as darren dreger is concerned.
Winnik is a fucking Win!
by Sandie Gauthier on Feb 18, 2011 11:00 AM MST up reply actions
It just needs to be ok'd by the league
Winnik is a fucking Win!
by Sandie Gauthier on Feb 18, 2011 11:01 AM MST up reply actions
No more tanking:
Your 2010-11 Colorado Avalanche: Eating it with Elliott.
The A-hole formerly known as Andykrist. Only the name has changed.
I'm worried about Boods. AND Winnik.
Winnik is a fucking Win!
by Sandie Gauthier on Feb 18, 2011 10:37 AM MST reply actions
Facts have nothing to do with it, but I'd HATE to see Boods go.
Thanks for the memories, Peter.
"God I'm excited for those two to fail miserably." - SBNation writer Andrew Sharp on Josh McDaniels and Tim Tebow.
by Tempestuous Binary on Feb 18, 2011 10:40 AM MST up reply actions
I would too. If Boods were to go, would the fans and/or the team be interested in him as a full time goalie coach?
Avs win. When?
I think the Avs should be interested in any full time goalie coach. Big problem I have with this team
Are you suggesting coconuts migrate?
Yeah.
Thanks for the memories, Peter.
"God I'm excited for those two to fail miserably." - SBNation writer Andrew Sharp on Josh McDaniels and Tim Tebow.
by Tempestuous Binary on Feb 18, 2011 11:49 AM MST up reply actions
Also:
Elliott has a Visa to work in the U.S., so that wouldn’t delay him playing for the Avs. Makes the Grahame call up a little weirder. Thanks to Jori for the info.
Avs win. When?
But that's not all, says Boston
Wheeler and Stuart to Atlanta for Valabik and Peverley.
I make music. I don't think it's despicable, do you?
FML.
If BOS was willing to sell Wheeler and Stuart that cheap, we sure as hell ought have been in on that.
I wouldn’t have minded Valabik either.
Thanks for everything Foppa!
Randy, Valabik is terrible. He has been here in the AHL (in Chicago) for about 3 years now. He has had a few cups of coffee with Atlanta…but as a hockey player he is pretty bad. He is big, yes…but he can’t skate, he has no shot, he is out of position almost all the time.
Good fighter…that’s about his upside
Are you suggesting coconuts migrate?
Other than being big then, he sounds like he’d fit right in on our blueline!
An end to this "When" thing. When.
by Bob in Boulder on Feb 18, 2011 11:42 AM MST up reply actions
According to the Post
Yip didn’t practice with the team today.
With Stoa called up… another trade on deck? I don’t remember Yip getting hurt against the Pens…
They say the Avs look like smurfs when they wear these jerseys... I just don't see it.
by Guitarpick8120 on Feb 18, 2011 12:04 PM MST reply actions
I don’t either, if I remember correctly, he didn’t practice with the Avs last time either, no?
Winnik is a fucking Win!
by Sandie Gauthier on Feb 18, 2011 12:48 PM MST up reply actions
But that was deemed a “maintenance day” if I remember correctly
Are you suggesting coconuts migrate?
How often do they give you guys a maintenance day? I;m saying this in terms of a trade, but maybe something has been nagging him?
Winnik is a fucking Win!
by Sandie Gauthier on Feb 18, 2011 12:56 PM MST up reply actions
i think probably he’s playing through some kind of sprain or strain
Thanks Peter.
by Cole D Hamilton on Feb 18, 2011 12:57 PM MST up reply actions
If true, his recent spell of throwing his body around and generally playing hard hockey is even more striking.
I make music. I don't think it's despicable, do you?
*young guys
Winnik is a fucking Win!
by Sandie Gauthier on Feb 18, 2011 12:58 PM MST up reply actions
if you’re hurt you’re hurt, normally they dont get many, but if he’s got a nagging injury then it would make sense
Thanks Peter.
by Cole D Hamilton on Feb 18, 2011 1:00 PM MST up reply actions
Tery Frei posted in an article that Yip is available for Sat.
Living in the D, but It's All About The A.
by Avalanche318 on Feb 18, 2011 2:05 PM MST up reply actions
so more importantly.
Yip is still available for trade
Thanks Peter.
by Cole D Hamilton on Feb 18, 2011 2:49 PM MST up reply actions
Yip 4 Bernier.
Jonas Holøs- Putting the Ø in defense since 2010!
by niwotsblessing on Feb 18, 2011 3:51 PM MST up reply actions
B2T4B.
Thanks for the memories, Peter.
"God I'm excited for those two to fail miserably." - SBNation writer Andrew Sharp on Josh McDaniels and Tim Tebow.
by Tempestuous Binary on Feb 18, 2011 7:57 PM MST up reply actions
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