Pronger to the Kings for Jack Johnson and the 5th Overall

jtilson23 · Post by **jtilson23** » Fri Jun 12, 2009 11:12 pm

Here's the link:

http://my.thescore.com/nhlrumours/archi ... -pick.aspx

It is not 100% set in stone yet, but it really can't be because they:

a) don't want to upstage game 7
b) can't actually trade until season ends.

This is a legitimate source and if this trade actually goes through this is one of the worst trades in recent time. Lombardi should be fired.

Laker2415 · Post by **Laker2415** » Fri Jun 12, 2009 11:19 pm

This trade is absolutely brutal, if you're a Kings fan. Maybe the Kings can help out my Avs by sending Dustin Brown and Anze Kopitar for a 6th rounder and a used puck bag!

Post by **philou21** » Sat Jun 13, 2009 1:01 am

An old Pronger that is better is behind him for a young Jack Jonhson + the fifth overall pick is completly stupid. If the Kings want to add some experience, then wait for the UFA.

Post by **getzlaf15** » Sat Jun 13, 2009 1:05 am

WAHOOOOOO!!!! Pronger out. Jackson and 5th overall in! I'd take that anyday. Now to draft a world class prospect!!!

:-D:-D.

Best deal in Ducks history!

jtilson23 · Post by **jtilson23** » Sat Jun 13, 2009 1:06 am

Pronger is going to be a UFA after this year as well.

I can see the headlines already:

Board angry after Trade
Kings fans enraged by Trade

Post by **philou21** » Sat Jun 13, 2009 1:08 am

jtilson23 wrote:Pronger is going to be a UFA after this year as well.

I can see the headlines already:

Board angry after Trade
Kings fans enraged by Trade

For you it would be a good trade Getzlaf

Poor Kings tough.

Post by **getzlaf15** » Sat Jun 13, 2009 1:18 am

Indeed. I feel sorry for them. I wish them the best with Pronger.

In the words of Borat: NOT!

Seriously though, when we traded 2 1st rounders, Smid and Lupul for Pronger i hated the deal... But we went and took the Cup. Maybe this is just what the Kings need. A world-class experienced Defensman to help their younger team. Time will tell. Looking at it now, good deal for the Ducks.

EDIT: Not sure it's even true though. http://www.cbc.ca/sports/story/2009/06/ ... kings.html

jtilson23 · Post by **jtilson23** » Sat Jun 13, 2009 1:42 am

They can't really even say, "No comment" else it may be a breach.

From the article:

"That is not to say it won't happen, but NHL rules prohibit teams from confirming trades until the completion of the Stanley Cup final."

Peterman5000 · Post by **Peterman5000** » Sat Jun 13, 2009 2:13 am

This trade has as much merit as the U.S. Government

Post by **timmy_t** » Sat Jun 13, 2009 4:16 am

Laker2415 wrote:This trade is absolutely brutal, if you're a Kings fan. Maybe the Kings can help out my Avs by sending Dustin Brown and Anze Kopitar for a 6th rounder and a used puck bag!

I would love that trade too!

Lakrisal · Post by **Lakrisal** » Sat Jun 13, 2009 4:36 am

Thats a Rangers class trade...

(ie. freaking horrible)

bruins72 · Post by **bruins72** » Sat Jun 13, 2009 8:04 pm

Laker2415 wrote:This trade is absolutely brutal, if you're a Kings fan. Maybe the Kings can help out my Avs by sending Dustin Brown and Anze Kopitar for a 6th rounder and a used puck bag!

They need to send Brown to the Bruins! He's our type of player.

Back to the trade...

While I've heard that Jack Johnson is a bit of trouble (along with his agent dad), this really is a steal for the Ducks. They're trimming some salary from the payroll, adding a talented young defenseman, and a 5th overall pick in what looks to be a good draft. That's a smart deal.

jtilson23 · Post by **jtilson23** » Sat Jun 13, 2009 9:44 pm

Update:

Kings GM is reporting that it was a mistake by the reporter and that he was "Punk'D" by someone.

Could still be true but I'm not sure...

Maybe Lombardi checked out some forums and comments and realized he may have screwed the pooch on the trade.

BaerXIII · Post by **BaerXIII** » Sun Jun 14, 2009 4:06 am

I think it could be true since some Canadians and Americans who watch The Score know that Steve Ludzik is more reliable source then some other hockey personalities (at least in Canada). Maybe the deal will be completed possibly on Draft day at the 5th pick I wouldn't be surprised.

Post by **McQwak** » Thu Jul 09, 2009 6:17 pm

Well, obviously, this was just rumour. As we know, Pronger is Flyer now till 2017...