I wish he would’ve addressed it. Maybe at some point he will, but heading into next season Drury could make the perfect moves and that would be one topic that could loom over their heads. Feel like it makes him borderline untradeable even if he wanted to leave.
- TC88

I think the extension rumors are gone so it’s only one more season at least. They truthfully need to move on from him anyway imo. East west identity is wearing thin on many levels

Asking is part of the terms of the NMC. Maybe Drury - and it's possible he did - should have told Trouba and others that there will be changes due to the cap situation and the desire to alter the make up of the team somewhat. Being transparent, at to a certain extent, is part of the job of the GM with the leadership group.

That said, Tampa moved on from McDonagh quickly and didn't re-sign Stamkos, but that group was fine. So can also say that this collection of players was soft and have blame sit on the feet of both management and the players and not be wrong.
- airjan23

Blame all around for sure

True nobody knows who leaked what but Drury got rid of these players in a low life, under handed way. He could have waited till this July to move Trouba, it might not have cost him the season as it did. We arent talking about deli owner getting rid of some 16yo who didnt want to stock some shelves here.

We will see if what transpired affects the Rangers attracting FA come July 1st.
- Brukie

Low life underhanded way? He did the best he could with the current financial/cap of team. Goody trade was genius...and like I said Trouba trade over summer was what Drury had planned. Trouba put his wife first...fine....BUT the consequence of that hurt NYR from day 1

Low life underhanded way? He did the best he could with the current financial/cap of team. Goody trade was genius...and like I said Trouba trade over summer was what Drury had planned. Trouba put his wife first...fine....BUT the consequence of that hurt NYR from day 1
- rrentz

The Goodrow trade was fine, the push back was over how the news was communicated. Drury was not required to give Goodrow much heads up, but he was annoyed that none was really provided. That resonated in the room. I think we all figured a move would be made, whether that was broadly communicated is still not clear

The Goodrow trade was fine, the push back was over how the news was communicated. Drury was not required to give Goodrow much heads up, but he was annoyed that none was really provided. That resonated in the room. I think we all figured a move would be made, whether that was broadly communicated is still not clear
- airjan23

He wasn't really traded but yea, i don't care so much when they're making that many 0's

How do you know he did nothing but whine? Why do you think its ok that the guy should be all the way across the country from his wife and new born? Drury thought so highly of Trouba he gave him the C and less than 2 years later has to ship him out? Come on dude, really? This is such mismanagement it (frank)ing ridiculous.
- Brukie

Multiple reports that he was withdrawn from team. I'm sorry..its the price you pay as professional athlete. A huge majority of them play in different states then where their family is based year round. If a GM starts worrying about the family ramifications, other then a serious illness, of a player or his family .he shouldn't be a GM

Low life underhanded way? He did the best he could with the current financial/cap of team. Goody trade was genius...and like I said Trouba trade over summer was what Drury had planned. Trouba put his wife first...fine....BUT the consequence of that hurt NYR from day 1
- rrentz

you gonna get hollered at

That’s a genius move in accordance with the miller/trouba trade off. It will reveal itself by next season just how genius it actually was. Peeps just refuse to get past this last season so all we do is fight about lol

He wasn't really traded but yea, i don't care so much when they're making that many 0's
- picklerick

Waiving, sorry, used wrong term. But yes, waived in lieu of a trade which he could block

Multiple reports that he was withdrawn from team. I'm sorry..its the price you pay as professional athlete. A huge majority of them play in different states then where their family is based year round. If a GM starts worrying about the family ramifications, other then a serious illness, of a player or his family .he shouldn't be a GM
- rrentz

The NMC gave him that right, same with Mika. Why handing those out like jelly beans has ramifications. That was the case here and I won't take him to task for putting his family first.

The Goodrow trade was fine, the push back was over how the news was communicated. Drury was not required to give Goodrow much heads up, but he was annoyed that none was really provided. That resonated in the room. I think we all figured a move would be made, whether that was broadly communicated is still not clear
- airjan23

Yes..none of us know the communication that goes on. It just seems that too many NYR players current and former (Trouba, Goody) are a little too pampered in regards to how they should be treated. Not just them...Jones complaining!? Sorry. he is an AHL player who was given opportunity to facilitate his own trade..Zero takers. Vesey complaining!? His career was over b4 NYR took him back and then resigned him ..STFU players...play hockey and man up. Zero grit on this team, besides maybe 5 guys....That IS on Drury

Would we be interested in Ryan Donato as a FA? I saw an article we might be in on him. Late bloomer and had a helluva season this year.

The NMC gave him that right, same with Mika. Why handing those out like jelly beans has ramifications. That was the case here and I won't take him to task for putting his family first.
- airjan23

Yes..NMCs gotta stop. As a person, of course I don't blame Trouba..but as Captain of NYR...that's a different story.

Low life underhanded way? He did the best he could with the current financial/cap of team. Goody trade was genius...and like I said Trouba trade over summer was what Drury had planned. Trouba put his wife first...fine....BUT the consequence of that hurt NYR from day 1
- rrentz

Yea it was not low life or under handed. He did it under their contract terms. Just dragged on too long or was communicated poorly.

Would we be interested in Ryan Donato as a FA? I saw an article we might be in on him. Late bloomer and had a helluva season this year.
- Slimtj100

Concern is that breakthrough campaign may and likely will result in him getting overpaid. The 17.4% shooting percentage is likely to regress but he plays a hard, in front, dirty game, which is what the team also needs.

Multiple reports that he was withdrawn from team. I'm sorry..its the price you pay as professional athlete. A huge majority of them play in different states then where their family is based year round. If a GM starts worrying about the family ramifications, other then a serious illness, of a player or his family .he shouldn't be a GM
- rrentz

As a GM you need to know the room, which Drury definitely didnt which is why this season wound up in the poopter.

Yes..none of us know the communication that goes on. It just seems that too many NYR players current and former (Trouba, Goody) are a little too pampered in regards to how they should be treated. Not just them...Jones complaining!? Sorry. he is an AHL player who was given opportunity to facilitate his own trade..Zero takers. Vesey complaining!? His career was over b4 NYR took him back and then resigned him ..STFU players...play hockey and man up. Zero grit on this team, besides maybe 5 guys....That IS on Drury
- rrentz

Trouba, Goody and Vesey were grit players.

Trouba, Goody and Vesey were grit players.
- Brukie

Trouba and Goody $ situation is why they left.. Vesey is a dime a dozen player..same as kakko

Concern is that breakthrough campaign may and likely will result in him getting overpaid. The 17.4% shooting percentage is likely to regress but he plays a hard, in front, dirty game, which is what the team also needs.
- airjan23

That is definitely possible.

I’d rather spend on Boeser. He’d been injury prone but the last 4 seasons he’s played over 70 games and 40 goal season with miller as his center. 28 years old. Thats my coveted signee. I’d say it’s logical to assume if they get rid of zib that Boeser would be a very good possibility to replace him

Trouba and Goody $ situation is why they left.. Vesey is a dime a dozen player..same as kakko
- rrentz

Again I say to you, getting rid of these players didnt help the team though, so this mess falls at Drury's feet.

As a GM you need to know the room, which Drury definitely didnt which is why this season wound up in the poopter.
- Brukie

So he should've know that the NYR vets are pu$$ies and would cry when their bestie got traded? And if he knew that he wouodnt have traded them...and NYR would be in a even worse spot and not have JT Miller?

I think the extension rumors are gone so it’s only one more season at least. They truthfully need to move on from him anyway imo. East west identity is wearing thin on many levels
- Slimtj100

Agree unfortunately. His production would be missed, but should be able to do a ton with that cap savings.

Again I say to you, getting rid of these players didnt help the team though, so this mess falls at Drury's feet.
- Brukie

He is the GM so yes..but I got zero problem with him in regards to Goody and Trouba trades.

That is definitely possible.

I’d rather spend on Boeser. He’d been injury prone but the last 4 seasons he’s played over 70 games and 40 goal season with miller as his center. 28 years old. Thats my coveted signee. I’d say it’s logical to assume if they get rid of zib that Boeser would be a very good possibility to replace him
- Slimtj100

Id love to get rid of Zib but he said he isnt going anywhere so you have to take it with a grain of salt.

The only player who is a lame duck is CK20. Miller id trade in a heartbeat but who knows what Drury has in mind with this team now.

So he should've know that the NYR vets are pu$$ies and would cry when their bestie got traded? And if he knew that he wouodnt have traded them...and NYR would be in a even worse spot and not have JT Miller?
- rrentz

Yes he should have and that isnt for certain, the reports were he wanted to come here, Trocheck recruited him.

Yes he should have and that isnt for certain, the reports were he wanted to come here, Trocheck recruited him.
- Brukie

Yes it is...regardless of whose fault it was, the way NYR folded is b/c many players are too comfortable, entitled and forget they are commodities. Didn't see B. Thachuck whine when Norris got traded..He just went back to work after a few tears.

In all honesty, JD, Gorton and Drury still haven't gotten it right finding a balance with skill and toughness, size and skill. Cuylle is one they got right! JT, Zibby, and Troch is the best middle NYR has had in a looooong time. Gotta find a top line RW and top 2 Dman with size and toughness to match up with Fox...and some big, fast, utility wingers. Package Kreider/K. Miller and can get something of worth in return. Get the minds of players on same wavelength with new coaching staff and they ready to roll next year. Also still have top 3 goalie in league...This team can make some noise next year!

NO no no...You gotta give him credit for JT if ya gonna rip him for other things.