Ozzy Posted August 10, 2021 Share Posted August 10, 2021 It’s funny. I thought about making a thread about it. It just makes too much sense. Shesty got his money so there is no way he could feel slighted, Geo blows, and it’s time to right a wrong. Just get it done and watch the Garden rock on opening night. Plus if we get hot down the stretch since we expect to make the playoffs? Woah. That’s a story and something to ride. It should definitely happen. Lundqvist has to know he's not sniffing a starting role anywhere. This situation, where the Rangers probably don't want to overwork Shesterkin his first full 82 game season, is actually prime for Lundqvist to get more games than a lot of other landing spots. Yeah, I think it makes sense, even though Lundqvist won't have played in over a year, on top of not being very good for a couple of years prior to that. But, at this point it's not really a big deal. As long as he's healthy and feeling good, go for it. I totally did a 180 on this. You guys are right about this one! This needs to get done. :thumbs: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr. Jimmy Posted August 10, 2021 Share Posted August 10, 2021 "I believe in miracles, since you came along, you sexy thing." Hot Chocolate, 1976 Great potential story. Heart says "Yes!" Head, not so much. I agree with this, great feel good story, but also time to move on. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SaveByRichter35 Posted August 10, 2021 Share Posted August 10, 2021 Dooooooo it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pws85nyr Posted August 10, 2021 Share Posted August 10, 2021 If I’m Drury I’m offering a professional tryout. See how he does at camp. Win win situation. Obviously he would have to accept but being the competitor he is I think it would work out. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SaveByRichter35 Posted August 10, 2021 Share Posted August 10, 2021 If I’m Drury I’m offering a professional tryout. See how he does at camp. Win win situation. Obviously he would have to accept but being the competitor he is I think it would work out. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk I don't know, I could see Hank taking that as a smack in the face. Offering a PTO instead of a one year contract. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pws85nyr Posted August 10, 2021 Share Posted August 10, 2021 I don't know, I could see Hank taking that as a smack in the face. Offering a PTO instead of a one year contract. Yeah maybe, didn’t think of it that way. But I think with such a severe procedure and not having played in over a year he is high risk (to an extent). I’m happy to sign him but if he never plays a game I think it starts to look a bit ridiculous from both sides, and I’m not sure either party would want that. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jdog99 Posted August 11, 2021 Share Posted August 11, 2021 Sorry to crash all the sentimental romance, but I don't remember him being very good in his last year or two playing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SaveByRichter35 Posted August 11, 2021 Share Posted August 11, 2021 Sorry to crash all the sentimental romance, but I don't remember him being very good in his last year or two playing. I think its more of the mentoring for Igor aspect. Who better? I'm sure he can pull a few Ws out of his ass though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dude Posted August 11, 2021 Share Posted August 11, 2021 Sorry to crash all the sentimental romance, but I don't remember him being very good in his last year or two playing. Was better or even with Georgiev, whom many came in their pants over, for some reason. I roll with Lundqvist as the backup and call up Kinkaid (if he can squeak through waivers) if Lundqvist fails. Gives them more leadership and possibly a mentor for both Shestyorkin as a goalie or Lundkvist as a countryman to go along with Zibanejad and Nemeth. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Winter Posted August 11, 2021 Share Posted August 11, 2021 Sorry to crash all the sentimental romance, but I don't remember him being very good in his last year or two playing. Georgiev 20-21: 19GP, 8-7-2, 2.71GAA, .905%. Lundqvist 19-20: 30GP, 10-12-3, 3.16GAA, .905%. I don’t think there is going to be much difference in production only in age and Georgiev cost the extra 1.4mil. — with the rumor that Geo wants traded just grant the wish, besides his production against the Islander he's been a dissapointment. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Keirik Posted August 11, 2021 Share Posted August 11, 2021 Sorry to crash all the sentimental romance, but I don't remember him being very good in his last year or two playing. Sorry to bring you back to reality but if you had a must game backup situation, please explain why you think Geo is even remotely thr guy you’d feel more comfortable with? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Keirik Posted August 11, 2021 Share Posted August 11, 2021 If I’m Drury I’m offering a professional tryout. See how he does at camp. Win win situation. Obviously he would have to accept but being the competitor he is I think it would work out. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk If I’m Drury I say fuck pro tryout, apologize for our mistake and welcome our king home Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TwoMinutesForNothing Posted August 11, 2021 Share Posted August 11, 2021 Sorry to crash all the sentimental romance, but I don't remember him being very good in his last year or two playing. We had Lindy Ruff running the defense in front of him. It's probably what gave him heart problems. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete Posted August 11, 2021 Share Posted August 11, 2021 Scrolling through old Hank threads and seeing how many people wanted him gone, to keep Georgiev... Same people saying Georgiev is trash now and bring back Lundy a year later is just so satisfying haha. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ozzy Posted August 11, 2021 Share Posted August 11, 2021 Scrolling through old Hank threads and seeing how many people wanted him gone, to keep Georgiev... Same people saying Georgiev is trash now and bring back Lundy a year later is just so satisfying haha. I was probably one of them, Pete!! It wasn't so much Hank, it was that contract...but we say that for a Trouba and Kreider nowadays too. It doesn't look to me like Georgiev has any future to be a starter here, and Hank does seem to be a very solid fit to be Shesty's backup. Hopefully Hank is healthy and ready to play again...I haven't heard any news on him lately, but if he's good to go, I'm on board! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dude Posted August 11, 2021 Share Posted August 11, 2021 I was probably one of them, Pete!! It wasn't so much Hank, it was that contract...but we say that for a Trouba and Kreider nowadays too. It doesn't look to me like Georgiev has any future to be a starter here, and Hank does seem to be a very solid fit to be Shesty's backup. Hopefully Hank is healthy and ready to play again...I haven't heard any news on him lately, but if he's good to go, I'm on board! Only the Rangers can buy out a legend only to have him go on LTIR the following season on his new team. How did they not use the known heart issue as an out from his contract and avoid more buyout money against the cap? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
-ERIK- Posted August 11, 2021 Share Posted August 11, 2021 Actually don't want him back as much as I love him Think it will be a distraction for Igor and his psyche especially if he struggles Be looking over his shoulder the entire season. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ducky Posted August 11, 2021 Share Posted August 11, 2021 His ship has sailed. They can bring him back when they retire his number. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
josh Posted August 12, 2021 Share Posted August 12, 2021 Only the Rangers can buy out a legend only to have him go on LTIR the following season on his new team. How did they not use the known heart issue as an out from his contract and avoid more buyout money against the cap? I don’t think they wanted him around. Nothing really makes sense except ‘they’ didn’t want him here, anymore. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4EverRangerFrank Posted August 12, 2021 Share Posted August 12, 2021 Actually don't want him back as much as I love him Think it will be a distraction for Igor and his psyche especially if he struggles Be looking over his shoulder the entire season. Honest post - you've summed up what I've been struggling to say. :thankyou: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BrooksBurner Posted August 12, 2021 Share Posted August 12, 2021 Actually don't want him back as much as I love him Think it will be a distraction for Igor and his psyche especially if he struggles Be looking over his shoulder the entire season. Real good point. I may have to flip and side with you on this one...it's probably for the best to pass on Hank. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete Posted August 12, 2021 Share Posted August 12, 2021 Looking over his shoulder at what? A 39 year old recovering from heart surgery on a 1 year deal... Right after the Rangers paid him the most money ever for a goalie in their 2nd contract or something like that? Highly unlikely. If that bothers him, I would question his mental toughness more than I already do. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Niko Posted August 12, 2021 Share Posted August 12, 2021 Scrolling through old Hank threads and seeing how many people wanted him gone, to keep Georgiev... Same people saying Georgiev is trash now and bring back Lundy a year later is just so satisfying haha. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Puck Head Posted August 12, 2021 Share Posted August 12, 2021 Hank coming home would do little except please the fans. Kreider is about the last and only player to have any history with Lundy. I’m not sure why anyone would think he’d be a mentor to Shest, more than likely that would be a strain. Id much rather a younger goaltender get those reps in practice and easier NHL games. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BrooksBurner Posted August 12, 2021 Share Posted August 12, 2021 Looking over his shoulder at what? A 39 year old recovering from heart surgery on a 1 year deal... Right after the Rangers paid him the most money ever for a goalie in their 2nd contract or something like that? Highly unlikely. If that bothers him, I would question his mental toughness more than I already do. You word it like it's an older Keith Kinkaid they would be bringing in.That 39 year old is a HOF Rangers icon. The media and fans would be chomping at the bit to get Hank more starts any time Igor has a bad game or lets in a bad goal. I'm not too worried about Igor's psyche per se, but it probably is an unnecessary distraction. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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