Warhead36 Posted February 19, 2019 Share Posted February 19, 2019 I want Ovi to set the all time goal scoring record so bad. Now that he's already got a Cup in his pocket its even more enjoyable watching him dominate. Somehow he still doesn't get the love he deserves here in D.C. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DCSaints_fan Posted February 20, 2019 Share Posted February 20, 2019 Ovechkin will probably finish this year around 660 or so goals total. That would mean he needs 240 to get to 900, which would surpass Gretzky's 894. In order to do that, let's say he plays 8 more years in the NHL, until he's 41. 240/8 = 30 goals average per season. Given his production hasn't really shows signing of falling off much, its conceivable he could have a couple more 40+ goal years, so that later in his career, he averages only 20 or so. Jagr was able to put up 27 at age 44 two years ago, and 21 at age 41. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Springfield Posted February 20, 2019 Share Posted February 20, 2019 I don’t see him doing it. It’s just such an astronomical rate to ask of somebody declining. Plus, if he plays 8 more years for the Caps then he’s gonna sink our cap... and I’m a jealous ****, I don’t wanna see him play somewhere else. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DCSaints_fan Posted February 20, 2019 Share Posted February 20, 2019 4 minutes ago, Springfield said: I don’t see him doing it. It’s just such an astronomical rate to ask of somebody declining. Plus, if he plays 8 more years for the Caps then he’s gonna sink our cap... and I’m a jealous ****, I don’t wanna see him play somewhere else. So you want him to retire at 35? I don't think the Caps will have any trouble fitting Ovechkin under the cap when his contract is up in 2021. Worst case he gets a slight raise from his current $10m per year. In the NHL there aren't any huge contracts and only a handful of players are making over $10m/year. https://www.nhlnumbers.com/player-salaries I can't see some other team breaking the bank for a 35-year old Ovechkin even if he maintains current production. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Warhead36 Posted February 20, 2019 Share Posted February 20, 2019 43 minutes ago, Springfield said: I don’t see him doing it. It’s just such an astronomical rate to ask of somebody declining. Plus, if he plays 8 more years for the Caps then he’s gonna sink our cap... and I’m a jealous ****, I don’t wanna see him play somewhere else. I think the more likely scenario is he leaves when his current contract is up to go play in Russia to have a chance at olympic gold. You're right that it's asking way too much of him to reach that kind of record, but I love seeing records being broken and how awesome would it be for it to be a DC guy for once breaking a major sports record. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Springfield Posted February 20, 2019 Share Posted February 20, 2019 3 minutes ago, Warhead36 said: I think the more likely scenario is he leaves when his current contract is up to go play in Russia to have a chance at olympic gold. You're right that it's asking way too much of him to reach that kind of record, but I love seeing records being broken and how awesome would it be for it to be a DC guy for once breaking a major sports record. It would be righteous if he could do it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DCSaints_fan Posted February 20, 2019 Share Posted February 20, 2019 I doubt it'd be for the Olympics. Russia had 3 chances already with Ovechkin on the team, and couldn't even muster a bronze. Also, without the best players from the other countries participating, it'd be bit of a hollow victory. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SkinsFanRob Posted February 20, 2019 Share Posted February 20, 2019 Jaskin being placed on waivers. I don’t get it. Thought he had a good motor. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Springfield Posted February 20, 2019 Share Posted February 20, 2019 1 hour ago, SkinsFanRob said: Jaskin being placed on waivers. I don’t get it. Thought he had a good motor. Yeah I don’t get that one either. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TradeTheBeal! Posted February 20, 2019 Share Posted February 20, 2019 DSP waived instead. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spjunkies Posted February 20, 2019 Share Posted February 20, 2019 37 minutes ago, TryTheBeal! said: DSP waived instead. Dang what a difference a year makes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popeman38 Posted February 20, 2019 Share Posted February 20, 2019 DSP on waivers, and Ian from RMNB tweets: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hersh Posted February 20, 2019 Share Posted February 20, 2019 Says a trade with the Kings is likely. I’m surprised DSP is going on waivers. I don’t particularly like that there is indecision behind the scenes with the Caps. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PleaseBlitz Posted February 20, 2019 Share Posted February 20, 2019 Whatever happens DSP, we’ll always have 2018. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SkinsFanRob Posted February 20, 2019 Share Posted February 20, 2019 The image of DSP flying through the air and putting the puck past MAF will forever be burned into my mind as a fan. Thanks for the memories. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Springfield Posted February 20, 2019 Share Posted February 20, 2019 HF Boards seems to think it’s Jaskin for Hagelin... assuming DSP is no longer on the books. Interesting trade, the speed will help. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SkinsFanRob Posted February 21, 2019 Share Posted February 21, 2019 Wasn’t hagelin already traded once this year? 😂 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mournblade Posted February 21, 2019 Share Posted February 21, 2019 5 hours ago, TryTheBeal! said: DSP waived instead. Can you waive a playoff legend like that? Sucks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GoDeep81 Posted February 21, 2019 Share Posted February 21, 2019 Hopefully it's not Jaskin (who gets traded) He's a hustler and grinder! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Springfield Posted February 21, 2019 Share Posted February 21, 2019 Kovalchuk would be interesting too Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Warhead36 Posted February 21, 2019 Share Posted February 21, 2019 Dang...no matter what though we'll always have 2018 playoff DSP...he is a DC sports legend for that string of performances Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
c slag Posted February 21, 2019 Share Posted February 21, 2019 3 hours ago, Springfield said: HF Boards seems to think it’s Jaskin for Hagelin... assuming DSP is no longer on the books. Interesting trade, the speed will help. I heard Jaskin for Hagelin and a 3rd round pick Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Burgold Posted February 21, 2019 Share Posted February 21, 2019 10 hours ago, Warhead36 said: Dang...no matter what though we'll always have 2018 playoff DSP...he is a DC sports legend for that string of performances I entered the thread to post about this. Sad to see DSP go. It may be because I haven't paid a ton of attention since the play offs, but he was undoubtedly one of our heroes during the SC run. Seemed like a hustle, blue collar guy who stepped up at need, but otherwise was the kind of guy who didn't fill the stat sheet, but that you needed to win. At any rate, we wouldn't have won the Cup without him last year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PleaseBlitz Posted February 21, 2019 Share Posted February 21, 2019 DSP cleared waivers. Correct me if I'm wrong, but this means he'll go to Hershey and be available to the Caps during the playoffs (when the salary cap does not matter)? Is that right? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hersh Posted February 21, 2019 Share Posted February 21, 2019 Yes. I think so long as there is cap space to bring him up Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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