Comments on: Hawks Shouldn’t Force A Trade

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By: Burgundy

Burgundy — Fri, 27 Nov 2009 15:19:51 +0000

In the case of the Hawks, it’s worth the risk of losing these guys for nothing (or having to make summer moves that aren’t worth as much as now) for a chance to win. It would be reckless of the team not to go for it. They are arguably the NHL’s best team. As far as I’m concerned, Kane had it right when he said its this year or bust.

By: Al cimaglia

Al cimaglia — Fri, 27 Nov 2009 03:47:56 +0000

This coming from someone who thought a move in the summer was a must… Now the Hawks are in a position to wait.

If they can’t get as much value in return for those being cast off that is the consequence of everyone getting very good at the same time.

By: shruew

shruew — Thu, 26 Nov 2009 18:42:56 +0000

The only thing I’ll add is that I see the logic of standing pat for as long as you can. That’s where I emotionally believe. However, everyday the Hawks stand pat they inch closer behind the eight ball. Everyday they lose leverage and move closer to a forced position. The ideal situation would seem to be to take advantage of another desperate team closer to the trade deadline to maximize the return.

By: Burgundy

Burgundy — Thu, 26 Nov 2009 15:14:48 +0000

As always Al, great piece.

I’m with you on this one – I really don’t want to see the Hawks trade Sharp. I realize they’ll have to eventually, but I’d rather see Versteeg or Byfuglien go (then giving a F/T shot to Skille) before Sharp. Of course, I’m talking about the summer time, not this season.

Hawks were impressive last night, that’s for sure.

By: Al cimaglia

Al cimaglia — Thu, 26 Nov 2009 05:22:36 +0000

Thanks Dave….

I will have more to say later but I lean toward your thinking…maybe a tweak by Bowman but nothing big yet.

By: Dave Morris

Dave Morris — Thu, 26 Nov 2009 02:42:28 +0000

Al, a courageous piece by you. You address head-on the emotional and contentious issues that surround this subject, and presented us with a cogent set of perspectives.

Stan Bowman has taken a measured and discreet approach to the management of the Chicago Blackhawks, and while critics and supporters alike clamor for action, he appears to be sticking to his own timetable.

He has said he likes this team’s elements and that he wants to see them evolve as fully as possible before he decides what changes benefit the club.

Practicing fiscal restraint has not been the hallmark of championship teams; rather, a mix of shrewd risk-tasking and the optimization of assets, characterizes winners.

Is Stan Bowman the man to complete the building of a Stanley Cup team in Chicago?

That question keeps the hearts of fans pounding as much as the performances of this club, whose prospects–in defiance of their critics–appear to be better than ever.

Cheers.

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