Here’s what Dean Lombardi said today about his trade, which brought in winger Dustin Penner from Edmonton in exchange for defenseman Colten Teubert, the 2011 first-round draft pick and a conditional 2012 third-round pick…
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Question: Can you just talk about how the deal got done?
LOMBARDI: “I think it’s a long process. You kind of target a number of players that we thought might fit with us and you kind of whittle it down, not only in terms of the player’s availability but what you’re willing to pay. So, if you look at it, it actually starts a month ago, but when you get down to the last week, there are constant meetings and evaluating and, as usually happens, it goes right down to the end before you finally get something done that makes sense to you.”
Question: How pleased are you to be able to do something like this without giving up Brayden Schenn?
LOMBARDI: “Well, that was a non-starter. In terms of us ever considering a player of Schenn’s category, we never had to agonize over whether we were going to do something. I think one of the things that drives this, though, is we’re pretty proud of our team, with the way we came out of that second slide. It looks like we’ve grown, we’ve learned from our mistakes, and this is one of those times where you look at your team and you say, `You know what? They deserve some help’ and strengthen our locker room and make us a better team. That’s part of the thing. You’ve heard me talk about it in the past. It’s timing, when to start moving picks or prospects. I just felt that there was a little more urgency because of what the players had done to get us to this point. I felt they deserved it.”
Question: Did everything go as planned today?
LOMBARDI: “I don’t know if you can ever say (that). All I know is, when we left here last night, everything was still very much in the air. Also, my experience is that you might get a surprise on the last day that I didn’t anticipate. Did I get any surprises? No, but in terms of this, me going to bed last night thinking this was done, we were far from it.”
Question: The fact that you didn’t have to give up anyone from your roster, how important was that?
LOMBARDI: “There’s no way that we were going to do that. It just didn’t make sense. It’s about making this team better right now. We’re at a different stage with this franchise. To fill a hole and create a hole just didn’t make any sense.”
Question: The fact that he has another year on his contract, how did that factor in?
LOMBARDI: “I think that helps. Obviously we were looking at that. Not only does it fit, in terms of the player and the need — obviously the left wing was kind of sticking out — but he’s locked in. Secondly, it’s not a cost-prohibitive contract. It doesn’t stop us from going out and being aggressive in the summer, for the right player. So it kind of fit for us, on a long-term basis too, in terms of what else we might be able to do.”
Question: Have you spoken to him?
LOMBARDI: “No. Technically, this deal is done. I’m surprised I’m talking about this right now, but seeing as how he’s already on TV, we might as well get our air time. [smiles] No, usually you don’t do that, but this is kind of strange, he has already had his press conference, so…”
Question: Suffice to say he will play with Kopitar?
LOMBARDI: “You know, ultimately that’s up to Murph [Terry Murray], but that certainly would be a logical place to start. But in the end, that is Murph’s call.”
Question: He brings that skill level and net presence…
LOMBARDI: “Yeah. I think you know him here. That’s the other thing that’s attractive about him. Whenever you get a guy that has a Stanley Cup ring — and was a big part of that team, in his own way — that certainly bodes well for somebody that has been through the wars and understands what it takes in the playoffs. But you know, you hit the nail on the head. That’s his strength, his size. The one thing we’ve prided ourselves on here is becoming a team that’s hard to play against. That’s also why sometimes, when you go to the marketplace, I’m skeptical of certain things. This is a guy that would certainly fit that definition, of being hard to play against. You know, you’re also banking on the whole Edmonton experience. You see this in the other sports at times. He comes off a big season, and there’s a lot of pressure that comes with that big contract and expectations. I think, here, he can just come in and fit in. The good thing is, he has played with Greener [Matt Greene] and Stolly [Jarret Stoll], so he can already feel at home. He actually lived with Greener when he was in Edmonton, so there should be a comfort zone right away. So, in a lot of ways, this should be a good fit for us.”
Question: Will he be in L.A. tonight?
LOMBARDI: “That’s a good question. I think you’ve got the immigration thing we’ve got to work through, but we’ll find that out. Obviously we’d like to get him in here as soon as possible.”
Question: Was Brad Richards ever in play?
LOMBARDI: “No, I don’t think he was ever a viable option, pretty much (since) early last week. I think it was probably pretty far-fetched, given where Dallas is and that we’re in the same division. That was highly unlikely.”
Question: If there’s ever been a criticism of Penner, it’s that he kind of cruises at times. Is that something you investigated and were satisfied with?
LOMBARDI: “Yeah, I think that’s one of the criticisms of him, but like I said, the way our team is, the way he will fit in, we have a lot of confidence in Murph and the way he communicates with players, that Murph is the type of coach he will respond to. I think he will get a boost of energy. It will be a good fit for him.”
Question: You had invested a lot in Teubert. What was it like to give him up?
LOMBARDI: “That’s not easy. When I was down in Manchester, he has come a long way. I would say that he started off a little slowly, coming out of his draft year, but he arguably was one of our most improved players down there. I think, probably, the one reason I was able to do this is because we have Matt Greene. What I saw in Manchester was very much, in a lot of ways, a young Matt Greene. So I think Edmonton has got a good player here. He certainly has an m.o. that’s attractive. I think he’s still got some development to do, but there was no question that, with what I saw in Manchester, that he’s on the right track. Like I said, if I didn’t have Matt Greene on this team — and hopefully Greener is going to be here a while — this is something that I would have looked a little more hesitantly at.”
Question: You talked about his relationship with Greene and Stoll. Did you talk to those guys and solicit opinions from them?
LOMBARDI: “Well, somebody had said that because I called Matt Greene in the room that I had traded him, so you might put two and two together on what was asked there. Matt Greene is still here. [laughs]”
Question: You said Schenn was a non-starter. How many calls did you get from teams that were curious about your goalies?
LOMBARDI: “That wasn’t really attractive to me either, quite frankly. I think it’s real important that we have two solid goaltenders. i think we learned last year that you’ve got to be real careful about over-taxing Quicker. And Jon (Bernier) has done a good job. He’s been put in some tough situations and he’s an important guy on this team right now. So that wasn’t a guy that we would profligate out there very freely.”
wow rich not in a suit!! he is in the video lol, rich you looking a bit skinny man you need to bulk up a bit
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Kenny44 Reply:
February 28th, 2011 at 4:56 pm
@pr0cess, Yeah, and with all due respect Rich, in the video you’re fidgeting like my 10-year old getting a lecture. Hilarious!
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Trade deadline day = a much improved Kings roster. There was not an exchange of a current roster player for Penner. We had a spot open and we filled it with a premier left wing. WOW, now hopefully the current roster takes advantage of its greatly improved situation.
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SVIK Reply:
February 28th, 2011 at 1:38 pm
@BluLiner, bingo, 100%
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mrbrett7 Reply:
February 28th, 2011 at 1:42 pm
@BluLiner, I wouldn’t call Penner a premier LW…but he should get the job done.
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LB Reply:
February 28th, 2011 at 3:10 pm
@mrbrett7,
Maybe not premier but the best that was available. Plus a premier one like Kovalchuck costs 8 mil per season, which kills your roster flexibility. A 30 goal scorer like Penner costs only $4.25 per season and you’ve got room under the cap for other important players. Seems to me like a great fit.
I have no problem with what the Kings gave up, this year’s 1st rounder will be a late pick in a draft that’s supposedly not very deep and Teubert is just one of many top D prospects in the system. I think DL did a great job on this one.
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gene Reply:
February 28th, 2011 at 6:12 pm
@BluLiner, The Ducks traded for Brad Wenchester today from St Louis. Another physical big body for them. Glad we got Penner. We needed him. Go Kings
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Interviewing DL on TSN
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I wonder if the pic of Penner sporting the crown is a photoshop job??? If not, looks pretty happy to me.
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Stuart Reply:
February 28th, 2011 at 1:28 pm
@Stuart, on NHL.com…sorry for that omission.
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Tmik Reply:
February 28th, 2011 at 1:36 pm
@Stuart,Yes, Usually is Photoshopped up.
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got a little snapshot of you, RICH on nhl network just now…:)
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wavesinair Reply:
February 28th, 2011 at 1:48 pm
@variable,
This is for all the crazy kids out there…
http://deepinsidethekings.com/hammond_NHL.jpg
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DBking Reply:
February 28th, 2011 at 3:01 pm
@wavesinair, He looks like he hasn’t slept in about 2 weeks… sounds about right
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friarking Reply:
February 28th, 2011 at 1:52 pm
@variable, Rich looks like he’s waiting for DL to finish talking so they can settle a debt. lol
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Shakes Reply:
February 28th, 2011 at 1:58 pm
@friarking,
or Rich had to run to the bathroom 3hrs ago when the interview started.. and it just kept goiiiiinnnng
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grega11 Reply:
February 28th, 2011 at 10:35 pm
@Shakes, it`s all about preparations
Saw you on TSN Rich!!!
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Murray = Murph? Who’da thunk it.
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definitely a much better team today than yesterday i think.
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What's the frequency, Kenneth? Reply:
February 28th, 2011 at 1:39 pm
@Newf, Um….YEAH!
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I really like our GM. Sober, directed, organized and clearly working his program.
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Bill M. Reply:
February 28th, 2011 at 1:35 pm
@fourtunato, Yeah. as opposed to other GM’s, who’s actions suggest a sloppy, staggering drunk…???
Seriously, strange word choice. but it’s cool
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What's the frequency, Kenneth? Reply:
February 28th, 2011 at 1:40 pm
@Bill M., I read that as sober in terms of sensible, realism and practicality.
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jess Reply:
February 28th, 2011 at 1:43 pm
@What’s the frequency, Kenneth?,
Yeah I read that as if he was just coming off a several day bender with charlie sheen and was barely holding it together..
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DougS Reply:
February 28th, 2011 at 1:56 pm
@Bill M.,
The way Glen Sather has doled out UFA contracts in NY, some would say he spends like a drunken sailor.
And you have to wonder what got into Lou Lamoriello with that Kovy deal.
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Puck2DaHead Reply:
February 28th, 2011 at 1:51 pm
@fourtunato, You mean like Brian Burke?
…I kid.
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Slim Reply:
February 28th, 2011 at 4:17 pm
@fourtunato, Are you saying that Dean is a friend of Bill’s?
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Looking @ the schedule upcoming, March will be a telltale month for sure….
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If nothing else, this means we dont have to play Handzus on the #1 PP unit and that will improve it tremendously. If we just spark our PP up 10% it will make all the difference between winning a few games by two goals and playing all these one-goal games… never mind what damage Penner can do on the #1 even strength line.
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jess Reply:
February 28th, 2011 at 1:50 pm
@bbb7,
That sounds great. Hope Penner is as motivated as we all assume he is because we all might be a little guilty of piling on some serious expectations, myself included.
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“…he kind of cruises at times.” so we lose Frolov and get…Frolov.
Sure hope this is as good as everyone thinks. We should all remember these reader comments and compare them to what’s written after he goes 3 games without a goal.
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What's the frequency, Kenneth? Reply:
February 28th, 2011 at 1:42 pm
@In the Net, as if three games without a goal is some sort of crime.
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AZ King Reply:
February 28th, 2011 at 1:45 pm
@What’s the frequency, Kenneth?,
That’s what I was thinking. Maybe some people need to check their expectations.
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HockeyNerd Reply:
February 28th, 2011 at 2:17 pm
@AZ King, I think what will be far more valuable then the Goals he actually DOES score is the end of the “let’s see, Kopitar, Simmonds and who’s turn is it to play there tonite” distractions.
The cynics are going to have to find some other “hole” we “desperately” need to fill, and that is not going to be easy. Maybe, just maybe because there no longer is one.
Some people may think he needs to be the next Robitaille, I don’t.
Just get a few.
We have one loss in regulation in the last 15, and that’s WITHOUT you.
We don’t NEED a savior.
Just a decent LW who can play on the first line.
He fits.
RedBear Reply:
February 28th, 2011 at 2:02 pm
@In the Net, Frolov goals=7, assists=9. Penner goals=21 assists=18 How is that the same?
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cjms Reply:
February 28th, 2011 at 2:16 pm
@RedBear, Frolov also hit the triple crown of injuries when he tore his ACL, MCL, and sprained his PCL early in the season. So not really a comparison.
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Kingsrule Reply:
February 28th, 2011 at 2:13 pm
@In the Net, at a million more per year….
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What's the frequency, Kenneth? Reply:
February 28th, 2011 at 2:24 pm
@Kingsrule, This is not two years ago, and for the right guy, it’s easily worth it.
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tornado12 Reply:
February 28th, 2011 at 2:45 pm
@In the Net, really? comparing Fro to Penner is like a picasso to a monet. completely different players and styles. Lets give DP (keep your minds out of the gutter) a chance before we start calling him lazy. The games Ive seen him play for the Oil he always stood out!
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Gary L Reply:
February 28th, 2011 at 4:28 pm
@In the Net, Penner will make Kopitar a better player. The opposition is going to have their hands full trying to defend a huge talented line of Penner, Kopitar, and Brown/Simmonds. This could be the monster line in the NHL for some time to come. There will not be a defensive tandem that will want to have to face these guys all night especially in the playoffs over a potential seven game series. The combination of size, skill, and toughness make opposing defensemen dread getting their butts kicked on a regular basis when they have to play these guys. Playing with Kopitar, Penner might surprise some people with how many goals he is going to score.
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Rich, Thanks for all your hard work!
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Rich, you look like Dean’s bodyguard in the video of that interview.
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mrbrett7 Reply:
February 28th, 2011 at 1:45 pm
@Jason4Kings, haha…
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I thought they would make this trade, but DL did a great job not giving anything up short term, which seemed to be the theme this year. Welcome back to LA Penner, I know it’s hard to leave Edmonton, but Gretzky did it, you two can form a support group…
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Bill M. Reply:
February 28th, 2011 at 1:41 pm
@slaymon, He’s got a support group for ex-edmonton players right here in his new locker room. Smyth, Stoll, Greene.
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Slim Reply:
February 28th, 2011 at 4:21 pm
@slaymon, Both with actress wives that want to be in LA.
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These comments make the trade that much better in the short term. Seems like a lot of thought was put into whether or not the guy would fit here. Answer: yes.
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Profligate?
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Scaught Reply:
February 28th, 2011 at 2:03 pm
@TRuskowski, as a verb?
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number 6 Reply:
February 28th, 2011 at 3:23 pm
@Scaught,
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“To fill a hole and create a hole just didn’t make any sense.”
EXACTLY.
Love telling everyone who posted over and over again “Just trade anyone for anyone” that I told you so, this Guy DOES know what he is doing.
Great Job DL. Get some sleep.
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jess Reply:
February 28th, 2011 at 1:44 pm
@HockeyNerd,
That was my favorite quote in the whole interview. Really just sums it up.
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mrbrett7 Reply:
February 28th, 2011 at 1:47 pm
@HockeyNerd, I’ve been saying for a LONG time, trading just to trade makes NO sense. Lombardi, for his first time here, was finally in a position where he could trade, even overpay, and not hurt the depth of the organization. That is how good franchises do their business.
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tornado12 Reply:
February 28th, 2011 at 1:47 pm
@HockeyNerd, music to my ears to hear that!
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Michael J. Reply:
February 28th, 2011 at 2:28 pm
@HockeyNerd,
What? Don’t you think we are still going to get a bunch of “DL this…”, “fire that…” here.
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HockeyNerd Reply:
February 28th, 2011 at 2:32 pm
@Michael J., We might. But the hundreds of posts saying he doesn’t “have it in him” to make “The big deal” are OVER.
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LW Anybody? Reply:
February 28th, 2011 at 2:33 pm
@HockeyNerd, I think most people were asking for a trade just like this. Just didn’t know if DL would actually take a chance moving any picks or prospects, knowing how much he values them.
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HockeyNerd Reply:
February 28th, 2011 at 3:06 pm
@LW Anybody?, I don’t think the problem was ever DL. I think SOMEBODY had to come to their senses and realize they were NOT getting DD or Schenn. DL probably DID overpay a little but I can live with that.
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Should we take up a collection for the purchase of new underwear for Greene? That had to be a rough 20-30 seconds at the start. Very cool that DL took the time to get input from a player. If Greene gave Penner the “Greene” light, then he should be a good fit in the locker room.
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mrbrett7 Reply:
February 28th, 2011 at 1:47 pm
@DesertKing, It shows how much he trusts the leadership group of this team. He trusts their opinions.
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Krusher Reply:
February 28th, 2011 at 1:48 pm
@DesertKing, ROFL
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wavesinair Reply:
February 28th, 2011 at 1:52 pm
@DesertKing, LOL, that’s good. Bu I can’t imagine that Lombardi would actually ask Greene if they should make the trade or give any input that could be a determining factor. Not a fair position to put a player in. DL probably just let him know it was coming.
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Excellent interview Rich…really enjoyed reading that. you gotta wonder as a player whats gonna happen when you get called into the GM’s office at the trade deadline.
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Really happy about this move. Great job DL.
Penner-Kopi-Williams
Smyth-Stoll-Brown
Poni-Zus-Simmonds
Clifford-Lewis-Richie-Westy
I think the first line has to have either Simmonds or Williams on RW for their speed. Penner will probably be playing Brown’s role in front of the net.
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mrbrett7 Reply:
February 28th, 2011 at 1:49 pm
@Stagger, My opinion only:
Penner/Kopitar/Brown
Smyth/Stoll/Williams
Poni/Zues/Simmonds
Clifford/Lewis/Richie or Westy
Brown is faster than Simmonds…and in reality, for a long period of time, playing Simmonds on that top line is playing him out of position.
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LAPD line Reply:
February 28th, 2011 at 1:54 pm
@Stagger, 100% agree
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LGK!! Reply:
February 28th, 2011 at 2:34 pm
@LAPD line,similiar, but a wee different…
Penner/Kopitar/Brown
Smyth/LOKTI/Williams
SCHENN/Zues/Simmonds
Clifford/Lewis/Richie
TO THE FUTURE!
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I’m glad he didn’t profligate Bernier. Huh?
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Scaught Reply:
February 28th, 2011 at 2:05 pm
@Jason4Kings, lol. I’m going to profligate my bladder, now.
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rontheking Reply:
February 28th, 2011 at 2:15 pm
@Jason4Kings,
Bernier got profligated last year when he was sent back to the minors…nobody likes getting profligated.
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Sounds like DL is ready to start talking extension with Greene.
I’m ok with that.
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cjms Reply:
February 28th, 2011 at 2:18 pm
@Blurker, Greene signed an extension in 2008 through 2014.
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DL should get major recognition for what he has done for this club and their image! Why isnt there an executive/builder of the year award?
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mrbrett7 Reply:
February 28th, 2011 at 1:49 pm
@tornado12, There is…GM of the year. Dave Taylor won it once years ago.
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tornado12 Reply:
February 28th, 2011 at 2:03 pm
@mrbrett7, there is? whats the trpohy they get? Why dont I ever hear of it? My vote is, well you know who its for
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Bob Bobson Reply:
February 28th, 2011 at 2:05 pm
@tornado12, I believe it is called the Milbury trophy. Too bad Taylor only has one Milbury award however I look forward to Dean-o winning multiple Milburys.
rontheking Reply:
February 28th, 2011 at 2:15 pm
@mrbrett7,
He DID? How?
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Although I am cautiously optimistic about this trade, I remember another LW with size, scored 30 goals twice in his career and was known for taking his time off. He is now on LTIR for the Rangers. Let’s hope that Murray can get more out of Penner than he could with Fro.
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mrbrett7 Reply:
February 28th, 2011 at 1:50 pm
@Bob Bobson, I agree, and that was part of my hesitancy.
However…Frolov had issues with every coach he played for.
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DesertKing Reply:
February 28th, 2011 at 1:59 pm
@mrbrett7,
Fro is an issue wrapped in an enigma wearing Versace.
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Bob Bobson Reply:
February 28th, 2011 at 2:04 pm
@DesertKing, Sadly this is the most apt description of Fro I have seen or heard.
wavesinair Reply:
February 28th, 2011 at 1:56 pm
@Bob Bobson,
Penner hits and drops the gloves. Already an upgrade from Fro.
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I think we need the numbers guy on this blog to break down the points Penner scores against the teams we facefrom hear on out.It would be interesting to know how well Penner does against,let’s say the Quacks,Wings,and the Yotes.
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Love the deal. Only question I had was around the cap for next year ($11.5 m left with only 16 roster spots filled not including DD). So when DL says “Secondly, it’s not a cost-prohibitive contract. It doesn’t stop us from going out and being aggressive in the summer, for the right player” the rumors that the salary cap would be going up around $2m DL must know something that has yet to be confirmed.
One has to figure DD will get at least $4.5m and Shenn’s hit is $3.14m which leaves only $3.86 under the current cap leaving Richie, Simmer, Lewis, and Marty still unsigned and still one roster spot after that remaining.
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VanKingsFan Reply:
February 28th, 2011 at 1:57 pm
@Scott from Temecula, I think things are not exactly as they seems. I can never fully understand the cap and the financial side of contracts to the letter. But there is always more room than it seems.
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Bill M. Reply:
February 28th, 2011 at 2:03 pm
@Scott from Temecula, I believe that while Schenn’s full hit would be 3.14m, a lot of that is performance bonus, etc and may not actually happen (you ARE allowed to do that, but ONLY for Entry-levels or players coming off significant injury). So Schenn would have to have some kind of year to actually collect the full amount. I’m not sure on exactly the details of Schenn’s deal or how entry-levels work (they are treated special in several ways. But that could be once source of flexibility where there doesn’t seem to be any at first.
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Rich, food for thought: you should interview Lombardi when he’s tired from now on. It keeps the interview short and to the point
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# 25 for Penner… i LOVE it… just seems to fit somehow
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Sebastian Reply:
February 28th, 2011 at 2:12 pm
@VanKingsFan, So how many former Kings can we name that wore #25…im drawing a blank but I know Eric Belanger wore it.
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launch Reply:
February 28th, 2011 at 2:40 pm
@Sebastian,
Petr Praisler
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mrbob25 Reply:
February 28th, 2011 at 3:06 pm
@launch,
Jon Klemm. Jeff Guliano, I think. Favorite number but my #25 jersey has my name on it.
In the Net Reply:
February 28th, 2011 at 3:23 pm
@launch, HAH! Prajsler! Remember that one-punch kayo he threw against the Oilers years back? Clocked Buchberger or Beukeboom, one of those two. Best hockey punch I ever saw.
neil Reply:
February 28th, 2011 at 2:57 pm
@Sebastian, Barry Bonds…..oops sorry wrong sport….
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bbb7 Reply:
February 28th, 2011 at 4:34 pm
@Sebastian, I think Dave Lewis wore 25 as well
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Kenny44 Reply:
February 28th, 2011 at 5:06 pm
@VanKingsFan, Sydor
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Num 25!
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I wonder if JMFJ will get along with him…it’s like the only fight I think JJ’s been in.
Jack vs. Dustin
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SGj4WNXncoI
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Jonathan Reply:
February 28th, 2011 at 2:01 pm
@wavesinair,
My guess is Jack Johnson had to have a better explanation for Ryan Smyth than he will for Penner.
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DesertKing Reply:
February 28th, 2011 at 2:02 pm
@wavesinair,
The thing you have to love about that is that Penner was defending his teammate. I think he is going to fit in just fine.
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jess Reply:
February 28th, 2011 at 2:02 pm
@wavesinair, yeah penner’s a big boy. That was no biggie, they’ll get over it…
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LAKinger Reply:
February 28th, 2011 at 2:10 pm
@wavesinair, April 7th 2007 v PHX JJ got into 2 fights 1 with Carcillo 1 with Doan.
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Lombardi does a deal with Tambelini…. “Yeah louie will drop the paper brown bag by the dumpster –send the kid over”…
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I’m looking forward to more of this…
Penner leveling Perry
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8WNk30gM6fk
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jess Reply:
February 28th, 2011 at 2:05 pm
@wavesinair, Nice! Yup he’s a big boy alright… That’ll do pig.
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tornado12 Reply:
February 28th, 2011 at 2:06 pm
@wavesinair, sweet. I hate that crybaby
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A good day to be a Kings fan. For once the tone at the Breakfast With the GM should be pretty up beat. Great job Deano, we now have a legit LW1. Go Kings, can’t wait to see how Penner looks this Thursday against the Yotes.
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Way to go DL! Nice additional piece to the puzzle. Way to reward the current team. Go Kings Go!
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Great comment by DL. Don’t fill a hole by creating another. I think his bulk and scoring abilities will open up the first line for a lot more opportunities and give Kopi a chance to be more flexible and creative.
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Penner was impossible to defend in the Ducks’ Cup run. You can’t teach mass. (Maybe that’s why TM likes “heavies” so much, heh). He can create alot of room for his line mates, if he’s not chained to the boards. It was a high-price, objectively, but we were rich in D prospects and the 2011 draft isn’t supposed to be too hot. So I really really like what DL has done.
I like the signing of JW just as much. Together, these moves should really give the team a charge. I’m really looking forward to the playoffs. KNOCK ON WOOD! (Hopefully, the Kings have learned to live with success).
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Not a fan of Dumbo (Lombardi) but I think this was a good trade. He finally pulls out a decent trade after so many missed opportunities. Lets hope Penner molds right in. Go Kings!
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Question: If there’s ever been a criticism of Penner, it’s that he kind of cruises at times. Is that something you investigated and were satisfied with?
That’s my biggest concern. every time i see that guy play he’s just cruising around. hopefully that changes here but i doubt it.
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wow, DL must have been really tired, his answers were SHORT (sorry if somebody else pointed that out, didn`read all the comments)
any way, i like this trade
dustin, welcome aboard
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I believe DL got this one right! What we needed more than a scorer was a playmaker (not good when Zeus is one of your top 3), and Penner fills both needs adequately. He’s got size and underrated speed, and like a good power forward excels at cycling and provides front of the net presence. And from what I remember from his days with the ducks…defensive ability. Sounds like a good fit to me!
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“…profligate” Bernier? DL needs to work on his vocabulary…
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