The price was right, low risk, help mentor the kids now and the future. Maybe even correcting an unpopular move by bringing him back. Plus pizza parties 🙂
I very much expect Phil to add on a year or two at a discount to finish his career in Montreal. He will bring stability in defensive situation and offensive zone faceoffs plus take some defensive situation minutes away from Suzuki. Let's not forget that ever important centre depth.
I know some people see his low goals and assists and say he's done; I don't think it matters tjat much. We have offense this year, we need pk, defensive responsability.
Phil is never satisfied with his role. I hope he understands he is a 3rd or 4th line centre likely taking Velano's spot. Might be good for Gally. Interesting cap hit. Someone is on the way out soon. Monty ? I feel like Beck was getting better every game but this isn't good for him. I'm torn about this mostly because I don't think we are getting the same Phil Danault and a 2nd round pick is a lot. Pizza is back !
thank you for the full comment re Hughe, "termporaryily on LTIR" re Guhle and Dach… dumbies are crying how Habs have cap problems. They don't, when Dach comes back 1 player goes down, cap compliant. Guhle comes back, 1 player goes down, still cap compliant. They were only 780k over without the "temoporary LTIR". Once Guhle and Dach come back, they have nearly 1M in space. Habs do not have a cap problem.
At first when I found out the news in my feed this morning, I can't say I was too happy about it. 5M for the next 2 seasons for an underperforming player was not music to my ears. BUTTTTT, after reflecting on the trade and listening to some positive arguments, I like the trade. The Habs have lost a few this season due to inexperience. I've been saying all week they are inexperienced and it's normal to lose a few because of that. Well, they just got a boost of experience. And it really didn't cost much. Habs fans would be happy for a second round pick turn into a Danault. They exchanged a potential 2nd round player for a proven 2 way forward with tons of experience for the next 2 seasons. That's a win. Sure, they drafted Hutson in the second round but they also drafted Mesar in the first. Drafting is a crapshoot. The Habs also have a ton of young prospects in the pipeline so they can go without that 2nd round pick. They aren't short on prospects. So now maybe, if all goes to plan, they can win a few more games with him in the lineup that they might have lost due to inexperience and stay ahead of the pack and make the playoffs. Good deal.
I agree Philip Danault brings stability, experience hockey wise and having dealt with the Habs market (as another French speaking player you know he will be expected to be interviewed ALOT!)…he also has a good relationship w/many of the Habs AND checks off the need for a lefty good face-off good defensive Center after we lost Dvo in the off-season. With that said, huge question marks still exist…I personally will be very interested in seeing what kind of relationship Danault will have with MSL and see how MSL's "defensive system" has on Danault. Remember, Danault played on a structured defensive system in Montreal and in LA…now he is playing in a man-on-man way less structured MSL system (I feel this may hurt expectations we might have or expect). Danault also had a big role in his first go around with the Habs and in LA…how will MSL use Danault and how big/small a role? I know I keep harping on MSL but you have to admit, MSL seemingly has a good relationship with the younger offensive prospects…but not so much the older, veteran, grittier, more defensive minded…at least in my eyes. With 15 NHL forwards and possibly 8D when everyone is healthy…Hughes will definitely have his work cut out for him by March trade deadline. Who stays, who goes? And finally, where does Danault play? Easy option is paired up w/his long time bud Gally and taking key faceoffs alternating w/Evans…but does this possibly change the other lines as well? We will get a much clearer picture when Danault has his first practice and game with the Habs in Boston. I know a 2nd round pick (not a player esp a prospect) was given up to acquire the PD but it is a high 2nd round pick (acquired from Columbus I believe) so we did possibly give up a good future player for an aging one at 32yrs old…definitely short term bandaid, loss of long term potential….time will tell. I do hope Danault's return is a successful one…welcome back Pizza man! Go Habs Go!
Stu Cowan on HI/O this morning was talking about the HABS buying Gally out or trading him because he just can't keep up anymore. I hope that doesn't happen, Hughes usually treats players with respect. We all know what Gally brings to the team even though the game is getting too fast for him, but he has given everything blood, sweat and tears for this team.
phil is a leader , but not as gritty as zacca. he never put the puck in the net for habs . good faceoff guy, but if marty does the old two centers out at the same time in the 1st & 2nd period ( like devorak) i have an issue with it.. it tells your other centers you aint good enough to develop & it screws the lines up unless we win the draw & get control of the puck.. the 5.5 mil cap hit is harsh, & the 2nd rounder ?? remember lane hutson is a 2nd round pick, & pitford is a third
Danault is likely no longer capable of being a 2C at age 32, and we’ll almost certainly have other players ready to take the 3C spot in a couple of years. He’s a good fit for the next two seasons, but after that he’ll likely become a depth player at best. He’ll also likely want out, since his production won't justify the amount of ice time he believes he deserves.
He turned the Habs down for more money and let's not forget he thought he was a scorer and wasnt given that opportunity in Montreal. Now he's already not happy in LA and asks for a trade? I'm really not impressed with this pickup.
It's great that they got Denault to help them with their faceoffs, PK, and defensive lapses. I think they realized how much they missed Dvorak this season…. a lefty Centreman. What they need to look at is getting more grit, physical players for their bottom 6.
I like this move .!! His FACEOFFS …PENALTY KILL SKILLS ..AND GENERAL DEFENSEIVE PLAY …WILL BE A BIG HELP FOR SUZUKI ..AND EVANS .!! EXPERIENCE COUNTS ON A YOUNG TEAM LIKE MONTREAL !! LOVE IT !!😊😅😊
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PIZZA'S BACK ON THE MENU BOYS!
Finally some help for Suzuki 🎉
Good points Drew. It is a bit of a hit on the cap but for only a second round pick. Hope it works out! GHG
The price was right, low risk, help mentor the kids now and the future. Maybe even correcting an unpopular move by bringing him back. Plus pizza parties 🙂
I don’t have a warm fuzzy feeling on this one. He’s been very below average this season. His past performance was years ago.
Danault with Gally and Newhook = TATAR……line back 😂
Should we also made a trade for Mason Marchment and got some more grit in the lineup.
Excellent move, Danault is the perfect veteran that this team desperately needs. Should have never been traded, no thanks to Bergevin.
I very much expect Phil to add on a year or two at a discount to finish his career in Montreal. He will bring stability in defensive situation and offensive zone faceoffs plus take some defensive situation minutes away from Suzuki. Let's not forget that ever important centre depth.
I know some people see his low goals and assists and say he's done; I don't think it matters tjat much. We have offense this year, we need pk, defensive responsability.
This isn't magic, but its good for the team.
Phil is never satisfied with his role. I hope he understands he is a 3rd or 4th line centre likely taking Velano's spot. Might be good for Gally. Interesting cap hit. Someone is on the way out soon. Monty ? I feel like Beck was getting better every game but this isn't good for him. I'm torn about this mostly because I don't think we are getting the same Phil Danault and a 2nd round pick is a lot. Pizza is back !
Good trade but not offensive center they need.
This is just perfect.
Hopefully, he'll play inspired hockey like Laine did when he came into the lineup last year. 😊
thank you for the full comment re Hughe, "termporaryily on LTIR" re Guhle and Dach… dumbies are crying how Habs have cap problems. They don't, when Dach comes back 1 player goes down, cap compliant. Guhle comes back, 1 player goes down, still cap compliant. They were only 780k over without the "temoporary LTIR". Once Guhle and Dach come back, they have nearly 1M in space. Habs do not have a cap problem.
At first when I found out the news in my feed this morning, I can't say I was too happy about it. 5M for the next 2 seasons for an underperforming player was not music to my ears. BUTTTTT, after reflecting on the trade and listening to some positive arguments, I like the trade. The Habs have lost a few this season due to inexperience. I've been saying all week they are inexperienced and it's normal to lose a few because of that. Well, they just got a boost of experience. And it really didn't cost much. Habs fans would be happy for a second round pick turn into a Danault. They exchanged a potential 2nd round player for a proven 2 way forward with tons of experience for the next 2 seasons. That's a win. Sure, they drafted Hutson in the second round but they also drafted Mesar in the first. Drafting is a crapshoot. The Habs also have a ton of young prospects in the pipeline so they can go without that 2nd round pick. They aren't short on prospects. So now maybe, if all goes to plan, they can win a few more games with him in the lineup that they might have lost due to inexperience and stay ahead of the pack and make the playoffs. Good deal.
I agree Philip Danault brings stability, experience hockey wise and having dealt with the Habs market (as another French speaking player you know he will be expected to be interviewed ALOT!)…he also has a good relationship w/many of the Habs AND checks off the need for a lefty good face-off good defensive Center after we lost Dvo in the off-season. With that said, huge question marks still exist…I personally will be very interested in seeing what kind of relationship Danault will have with MSL and see how MSL's "defensive system" has on Danault. Remember, Danault played on a structured defensive system in Montreal and in LA…now he is playing in a man-on-man way less structured MSL system (I feel this may hurt expectations we might have or expect). Danault also had a big role in his first go around with the Habs and in LA…how will MSL use Danault and how big/small a role? I know I keep harping on MSL but you have to admit, MSL seemingly has a good relationship with the younger offensive prospects…but not so much the older, veteran, grittier, more defensive minded…at least in my eyes. With 15 NHL forwards and possibly 8D when everyone is healthy…Hughes will definitely have his work cut out for him by March trade deadline. Who stays, who goes? And finally, where does Danault play? Easy option is paired up w/his long time bud Gally and taking key faceoffs alternating w/Evans…but does this possibly change the other lines as well? We will get a much clearer picture when Danault has his first practice and game with the Habs in Boston. I know a 2nd round pick (not a player esp a prospect) was given up to acquire the PD but it is a high 2nd round pick (acquired from Columbus I believe) so we did possibly give up a good future player for an aging one at 32yrs old…definitely short term bandaid, loss of long term potential….time will tell. I do hope Danault's return is a successful one…welcome back Pizza man! Go Habs Go!
sometimes people need to wait before releasing scoops . that is selfish to gain ?????
I had a funny feeling that they would repatriate Danault…I hope it will be an improvement over Veleno, Beck,…hope Danault will make a difference…
Stu Cowan on HI/O this morning was talking about the HABS buying Gally out or trading him because he just can't keep up anymore. I hope that doesn't happen, Hughes usually treats players with respect. We all know what Gally brings to the team even though the game is getting too fast for him, but he has given everything blood, sweat and tears for this team.
Helps in C depth. Good move.
good move until others are ready
Another Banger from Kent Hughes!
I hope he doesn't bring the Kings flu with him to Habs!
Hey man love the content. Been following for a while. Love that you are more public with your faith. Would love to hear your journey sometime.
+85 career,,, welcome back
phil is a leader , but not as gritty as zacca. he never put the puck in the net for habs . good faceoff guy, but if marty does the old two centers out at the same time in the 1st & 2nd period ( like devorak) i have an issue with it.. it tells your other centers you aint good enough to develop & it screws the lines up unless we win the draw & get control of the puck.. the 5.5 mil cap hit is harsh, & the 2nd rounder ?? remember lane hutson is a 2nd round pick, & pitford is a third
Not bad
Five assists in 30 games? What’s happened to his production? Can he be a 2C at age 32? My guess is no.
Danault is likely no longer capable of being a 2C at age 32, and we’ll almost certainly have other players ready to take the 3C spot in a couple of years. He’s a good fit for the next two seasons, but after that he’ll likely become a depth player at best. He’ll also likely want out, since his production won't justify the amount of ice time he believes he deserves.
He turned the Habs down for more money and let's not forget he thought he was a scorer and wasnt given that opportunity in Montreal. Now he's already not happy in LA and asks for a trade? I'm really not impressed with this pickup.
It's great that they got Denault to help them with their faceoffs, PK, and defensive lapses. I think they realized how much they missed Dvorak this season…. a lefty Centreman. What they need to look at is getting more grit, physical players for their bottom 6.
Great analysis, Drew. I think Danault will definitely "Phil" a need!
Love the move, now if we can get Toffoli back they may be able to make a descent run past 1st round
I like this move .!! His FACEOFFS …PENALTY KILL SKILLS ..AND GENERAL DEFENSEIVE PLAY …WILL BE A BIG HELP FOR SUZUKI ..AND EVANS .!! EXPERIENCE COUNTS ON A YOUNG TEAM LIKE MONTREAL !! LOVE IT !!😊😅😊
I like it but i like it more if they can sign him go habs