On the Ottawa Senators and Erik Karlsson …
Chris Stevenson: A source has said that he believes the Dallas Stars have emerged as the front-runner for defenseman Erik Karlsson. Bobby Ryan won’t be part of the deal. Don’t have any other details.
Sean Shapiro: is closer on the Senators side, and trusts his reporting. From the Stars side of things, they are very interested and it is possible.
Sean Shapiro: From standpoint, can’t see how a Karlsson deal wouldn’t involve Julius Honka going to the Senators.
Bruce Garrioch: (earlier today) Interest in Karlsson from the Vegas Golden Knights, Tampa Bay Lightning, San Jose Sharks, New York Rangers and now talk of the Dallas Stars.
B.D. Gallof: Source this morning said the New York Islanders are pushing hard for Karlsson: “If this (Karlsson) doesn’t happen it will be completely due to him wanting to play somewhere else. It won’t be being outbid OR not giving enough in trade.”
Notes on Karlsson and Senators …
Mike Kelly: With Erik Karlsson trade coming – a look at how dominant he is in terms of dictating play…
Puck Possession / Game:
2015-16
1) Karlsson – 3:13
2) Josi – 2:33
2016-17
1) Doughty – 2:42
2) Karlsson – 2:36
2017-18
1) Karlsson – 2:35
2) Fowler – 2:34
Marc Dumont: The Senators:
- About to lose their captain, best player and soul of the team
- Traded 2nd best forward for peanuts
- Fans hate owner
- Owner blames fans
- Poor arena location
- Court case against Lee
- Might get sued
- Attendance collapsed
- Goalie wants out
And that’s just 1 year.