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Post by hal on Dec 18, 2022 13:18:41 GMT -4
What do you mean ? Not a Talented Player with questionable character is he ? What..? You said you hope it works out for him , implying something ?
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Post by mikeb on Dec 18, 2022 13:20:18 GMT -4
He seems convinced that Ex Titans Players are the way to go . When looking to add a character guy, why would not go with someone you know? Biggar is a real nice guy. Good guy to have on the team. Having said that, (and again not the case with this trade) Sly is notorious for picking up other teams problems (eg. Anderson MacDonald) and often overpaying. Something you may likely have to get used to.
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Post by jordo999 on Dec 18, 2022 13:22:33 GMT -4
You said you hope it works out for him , implying something ? Ohhh Nono, I just mean I hope he goes there and continues his development. He doesn’t have any issues, he’s a great character guy and I’ve enjoyed watching him during his time in Bathurst
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Post by JEagle on Dec 18, 2022 14:18:36 GMT -4
Seen a rumour on the french board talking about the Eagles trading Thomas Desruisseaux to Chicoutimi not sure how much faith I'd put in it but still I hope it doesn't come true.
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Post by jboyz on Dec 18, 2022 14:20:52 GMT -4
Seen a rumour on the french board talking about the Eagles trading Thomas Desruisseaux to Chicoutimi not sure how much faith I'd put in it but still I hope it doesn't come true. There was talk saying it could be a 3 team trade with Loshko from CHI going somewhere.
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Post by classiccaper on Dec 18, 2022 14:40:30 GMT -4
Seen a rumour on the french board talking about the Eagles trading Thomas Desruisseaux to Chicoutimi not sure how much faith I'd put in it but still I hope it doesn't come true. oh damn. Didnt see that
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Post by sherwood1020 on Dec 18, 2022 14:42:02 GMT -4
When looking to add a character guy, why would not go with someone you know? Biggar is a real nice guy. Good guy to have on the team. Having said that, (and again not the case with this trade) Sly is notorious for picking up other teams problems (eg. Anderson MacDonald) and often overpaying. Something you may likely have to get used to. Anderson MacDonald was a complete anomaly IMO. He had an incredible rookie season and was on track to become a superstar in the league with pro potential had He not become ill. Hindsight is always 20/20 and it's easy to judge years later.
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Post by JEagle on Dec 18, 2022 14:47:17 GMT -4
Seen a rumour on the french board talking about the Eagles trading Thomas Desruisseaux to Chicoutimi not sure how much faith I'd put in it but still I hope it doesn't come true. There was talk saying it could be a 3 team trade with Loshko from CHI going somewhere. Not sure what the Eagles could get out of a possible three team trade but I don't like the idea of trading any of our 05's or 06's.
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Post by Deleted on Dec 18, 2022 14:48:03 GMT -4
I would really hate to see Desruisseaux go..he has potential. I have to assume he is asking for a trade if this happens and how could you blame him. Maybe the wanting out rumors are coming more from our young core rather then our vets. Desruisseaux with a goal in just over 5 mins of ice time last night. If we have forwards playing 29 mins and others playing 5, there has to be a way to balance that out somehow to keep both sides happy?
Hoping we hold on to him.
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Post by blueeagle on Dec 18, 2022 15:18:04 GMT -4
Biggar is a good move imo, especially if we get compensation for Bergeron. Takes a bit of the load off the kids on the blue line, especially with Buteau heading out.
Two 2nds for Buteau is great. He'll be a better player in Rouyn than here but that is still a very good return.
Coté for a 6 doesn't really move the needle. It's a shame as I always thought he played hard, which this team lacks, but maybe he wanted out.
Good day so far, but that could change very fast if we actually are looking at moving Desruisseaux.
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Post by mikeb on Dec 18, 2022 22:21:11 GMT -4
Biggar is a real nice guy. Good guy to have on the team. Having said that, (and again not the case with this trade) Sly is notorious for picking up other teams problems (eg. Anderson MacDonald) and often overpaying. Something you may likely have to get used to. Anderson MacDonald was a complete anomaly IMO. He had an incredible rookie season and was on track to become a superstar in the league with pro potential had He not become ill. Hindsight is always 20/20 and it's easy to judge years later. More to that story than what you are posting. He was a problem child that Moncton got rid of quickly and Sly thought Sly could be the guy to save the day. He was wrong.
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Post by scotiahockey on Dec 18, 2022 23:18:31 GMT -4
Anderson MacDonald was a complete anomaly IMO. He had an incredible rookie season and was on track to become a superstar in the league with pro potential had He not become ill. Hindsight is always 20/20 and it's easy to judge years later. More to that story than what you are posting. He was a problem child that Moncton got rid of quickly and Sly thought Sly could be the guy to save the day. He was wrong. How much do you know about Anderson MacDonald/his situation? To define him as a problem child, is not really fair or accurate.
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Post by lirette on Dec 19, 2022 0:10:08 GMT -4
Anderson MacDonald was a complete anomaly IMO. He had an incredible rookie season and was on track to become a superstar in the league with pro potential had He not become ill. Hindsight is always 20/20 and it's easy to judge years later. More to that story than what you are posting. He was a problem child that Moncton got rid of quickly and Sly thought Sly could be the guy to save the day. He was wrong. Anderson spoke out about his mental health issues quite candidly. Actually incredibly shitty to call him a problem child. Be better.
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Post by gritty506 on Dec 19, 2022 8:59:35 GMT -4
Seems…odd to acquire Biggar no? adding a good 19 YO D is not what I expected the Eagles to do, I get he returns next year and can help the young guys but I can’t imagine the price is THAT cheap where you’re not spending key assets. Especially if you’re moving out your other top Ds I think a 2nd and 3rd is fair value. At his best he is .5 ppg and he is not strong defensively. Not strong defensively? Have you watched him play? He is known for his defensive play...
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Post by mikeb on Dec 19, 2022 11:56:44 GMT -4
I think a 2nd and 3rd is fair value. At his best he is .5 ppg and he is not strong defensively. Not strong defensively? Have you watched him play? He is known for his defensive play... I like Biggar. I think he's a good pick up and the price is fair but when he played in Bathurst he was okay defensively, not IMO strong defensively. If he improved substantially while in Blainville, my hat is off to him.
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