Simple Stupid Everything

Okay, so this is where UFA vs. RFA comes in... In a way you are correct, they don't HAVE to do anything at all! Because he’s unrestricted, there’s no time left on his contract, they’re not required necessarily to pay him any more. But because he’s become somewhat liked in Washington, I could see them offering a small contract, with the idea that he’ll play, but could likely be bought out before the season starts to avoid conflict. SORRY I SHOULD HAVE MADE THAT MORE CLEAR MY B. 

I know so much because I helped film a web series recapping the final season with the stars! Which can be found here:  Farewell to Shadowhunters

And yes, I’m a die-hard Caps fan! My takes as of now: Hagelin deal is solid. I’ve said before that I hate long deals because they rarely perform, but I think 4 years is incredibly reasonable, especially for the price they’re getting and the way he performed after the trade was worthy of such. Nisky was hard to lose, but it was time. He’s not been himself, and I’m hoping with a new team he’ll regain the confidence he’s had in previous seasons.  NOW TO UFA’s:  Conno and DSP: Connolly will get an offer, I’ll be dead shocked if he doesn’t. He played well despite a flailing post-season Caps team. The only way he wouldn’t would be to make room for Burakovsky, which I think would be a mistake. DSP I’m less certain of. Reirdan didn’t take to him at all last season, and despite the fact that Washington adores him, I’m not sure he’s done enough to stay. 

Brooks Orpik: Will likely be bought out. End his days as a Cap. Go out on a somewhat high.  RFA’s: Burakovsky: I know he’s the one everyone is wondering about, and rightfully so. With his contract on the line, he didn’t perform. Which is quite terrible, because we know he can. I think a trade is likely here... and I’ve said it for a while, I think it’s the smart move. Burky is what I call a ‘mirror player’... he plays at the level of the men next to him. However, it’s illogical to put him on a line with Ovi and Backy. He should go to a team that doesn’t need depth, they need a hail mary (ahem Kings or Ducks). But I wouldn’t be shocked if the organization pulled a plot twist on us. They could sign him... but it will be for farrrr less money than he’s making now, which is unrealistic in every capacity. With the draft and everything coming up, it would make sense to ship him for some picks with lower cap hits. Jaskin: I think he’ll stay. For consistency and fourth line alone. He didn’t make an overwhelming impression on me, and nor the organization. He’s a great healthy scratch option with a low cap hit. I see him staying.  Stephenson: I see Stephenson as a Jaskin who could possibly be a pawn. It’s likely he’ll stay (same reasons as Jaskin above) but he could be traded for depth on another team. I’d say he’s second on the chopping block next to Burky. The Caps could get some low risk, maybe high reward players for Stephenson. He’s a name I would be expected to be thrown around on draft day.  Vrana: He’s staying. I’ll be shocked if he doesn’t. He’s progressed phenomenally since joining the game. The only issue will be price. I think he’s smart enough not to pull a William Nylander, but he’ll be asking a lot. Further solidifying the need to trade Burky and/or Stephenson. 

Djoos: This is a heads or tails situation. I genuinely can’t call it. On one hand, Djoos is talented, he’s progressed at a steady rate, he doesn’t make stupid decisions. On the other, he was injured a lot last season. That’s essentially money draining to a sitting duck. If I had to predict, I’d say they keep him unless promised someone better for less money, which is unlikely. It would make more sense to trade some forwards for young defensemen than get rid of Djoos.

So for our second episode of “Never Before Seen” I made my work bud describe The Society without ever having seen an episode.

So I have a show where we ask someone who has never seen a show... to describe said show.  I was lucky enough to do Shadowhunters— a show I’ve always been interested in watching, just never gotten around to! 

So this is the absolute sweetest and I don’t deserve it at all! You are the best. 

2/2: I hit ask before i was done. As i was saying, i don’t really have that issue with people my age. Idk if it’s bec they’re like “oh you like hockey? That’s cool” or some other reason. I’ve ranted on a bit but i felt like you should know this since we all deal with this in same shape or form.

Sure! SORRY I AM SO LATE GETTING TO THESE ASKS

My life has been hectic lately and I’m working on such cool stuff with my actual job (GIFs of which I might start making just for shits)

Here’s the list of my videos (chronologically, but I might just put some notes/gifs by them anyway)

The Bare Minimum You Need To Know About Hockey: https://youtu.be/lBzLKDbjwVk

The Bare Minimum You Need to Know About The Stanley Cup Playoffs/ The Stanley Cup Finals: https://youtu.be/qz-bnNdPElM

which spawned these gifs (all gifs made by @nationalhockeeleague)

Stanley Cup Finals- Game 1 Recap: https://youtu.be/x6YN2alPCqk

I’m insanely proud of this video. But I’m prouder of the GIFs

Recap of The Stanley Cup Finals- Games 2 & 3: https://youtu.be/7bburhQot_k

This video is blasé but I still love it

Stanley Cup Finals- Games 4 & 5 Recap: https://youtu.be/kAKdyUsUjyo

This was a doozy

RECAP- LIFE AND THE OFFSEASON: https://youtu.be/EuJykwh9BII

Me talking about almost getting attacked in Texas + Draft shit

Thrift Shop Challenge- Des Moines: https://youtu.be/XKfVf592f-c

Non-hockey, but my favorite video on my channel

My Best Friend Reacts to Hockey Players: https://youtu.be/x196ebFyPGo

This is my most popular vid, and I’d like to this it’s because of our intoxicating friendship, but I’m largely sure it’s because of my takes on Tuukka Rask

Regular Season Vids:

Game 1- Free Willy: https://youtu.be/FBsX_NCtFHk

Games 2, 3, & 4: Some Burakontroversy: https://youtu.be/3QuWlDv-QYE

Which gave me one of my fav quotes

Game 5: TorontNO: https://youtu.be/MAf8tvtRsuA

Wash VS. Pitt- Crocby: https://youtu.be/EZ-TFX50gDY

In which I am sick and look like a Strome

The only two videos I didn’t include were the video about my diagnosis (for those who don’t know, I have a rare pancreatic condition called Sphincter of Oddi Dysfunction) because it’s really emotional and hard for me to watch. I’ve just had my second surgery in two months because of it (last week) so, in my recovery, I’m not sure I’m ready to face it just yet.