KeepsItReal Posted August 22, 2013 Report Share Posted August 22, 2013 1 year deal, no numbers yet. Good move. Needed some depth. Hopefully it's under 2 so there's still some wiggle room there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
raydourque Posted August 22, 2013 Report Share Posted August 22, 2013 I like his size and toughness.... but I don't like him possibly squeezing out the decent D-squad we have already. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kinot-1 Posted August 22, 2013 Report Share Posted August 22, 2013 1 year deal, no numbers yet. Good move. Needed some depth. Hopefully it's under 2 so there's still some wiggle room there. I was just going to put that up, Keeps, you beat me to it. "Murray will be joining the Habs for the 2013-2014 campaign. Canadiens GM Marc Bergevin announced today the signing of free agent Doug Murray to a 1 year contract through the 2013-2014 season. Murray, 33, will begin his 9th NHL campaign, after completing the 2012-13 season in a split with the San Jose Sharks and the Pittsburgh Penguins. In 33 games played last year Murray put up 1 goal, 5 assists and 35 PIM. The 6'3, 245 lbs defenseman will bring some much needed toughness to the Habs defensive corps, and will provide insurance as Alexander Emelin recovers from his injury." " I like his size and toughness.... but I don't like him possibly squeezing out the decent D-squad we have already. I think MB and MT will have a good look at him, during the camp and pre-season games, to see if he "fits". Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KeepsItReal Posted August 22, 2013 Author Report Share Posted August 22, 2013 The thing I like, is that if Emelin comes back and picks up where he left off and Tinordi proves he can play every night he could be a tradeable asset down the road. If not, he cost nothing to acquire and gives the team better defensive depth. Win win all around. Always liked Murray. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KeepsItReal Posted August 22, 2013 Author Report Share Posted August 22, 2013 Wow...1.5 million. That is amazing news. A great deal for a guy who brings some qualities this team sorely needs. And still nearly 2 million in cap space to play with as well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted August 22, 2013 Report Share Posted August 22, 2013 http://www.tsn.ca/nhl/story/?id=430265 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
habby4ever Posted August 22, 2013 Report Share Posted August 22, 2013 http://forecaster.thehockeynews.com/hockeynews/hockey/player.php?2854 LEAGUE HONOR DESCRIPTION ECAC All-Tournament Team 2002-03 ECAC Best Defensive Defenseman 2002-03 ECAC First-Team All-Conference Team 2002-03, 2001-02 NCAA East First All-American Team 2002-03, 2001-02 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
js2 Posted August 22, 2013 Report Share Posted August 22, 2013 Another 3rd pairing defenceman? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KeepsItReal Posted August 22, 2013 Author Report Share Posted August 22, 2013 Another 3rd pairing defenceman? Are there lots of top pairing d-men available on the market? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
THEBIGGESTHABSFAN123 Posted August 22, 2013 Report Share Posted August 22, 2013 Another 3rd pairing defenceman? Yes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KovalevFan18 Posted August 22, 2013 Report Share Posted August 22, 2013 I was kinda hoping they would bring Gill back for another year real cheap, like league min. I guess Murray is a good fit though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
habby4ever Posted August 22, 2013 Report Share Posted August 22, 2013 I was kinda hoping they would bring Gill back for another year real cheap, like league min. I guess Murray is a good fit though. imagine having them both, what would we call them, the roadblock, twin towers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hatethosebruins Posted August 22, 2013 Report Share Posted August 22, 2013 Id rather have gotten Hainsey tbh Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FirstStar Posted August 22, 2013 Report Share Posted August 22, 2013 I was kinda hoping they would bring Gill back for another year real cheap, like league min. I guess Murray is a good fit though. imagine having them both, what would we call them, the roadblock, twin towers I really liked Gill, I like those blue collar players who use their hockey smarts and experience to make up for lak of skill. i was one of the few people around here to defend Gill. But even in his prime he was painfully slow, if he were to come back, I'd see him behind our bench with the coaching staff. Because he didn't have natural talent and had to work harder than naturally skilled players, he knows what hard work is all about and give our youngins (like Tinordi), tips and tricks he picked up through his career. I'm actually happier about the Murray signing than i was about the Briere one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tony5775 Posted August 22, 2013 Report Share Posted August 22, 2013 All those young defensemen need one more year in the AHL. Maybe under a different coach, but all the same in the AHL. Very nice pickup for this season. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
habby4ever Posted August 22, 2013 Report Share Posted August 22, 2013 I really liked Gill, I like those blue collar players who use their hockey smarts and experience to make up for lak of skill. i was one of the few people around here to defend Gill. But even in his prime he was painfully slow, if he were to come back, I'd see him behind our bench with the coaching staff. Because he didn't have natural talent and had to work harder than naturally skilled players, he knows what hard work is all about and give our youngins (like Tinordi), tips and tricks he picked up through his career. I'm actually happier about the Murray signing than i was about the Briere one. I like Gill, and I am glad he played for the habs, and also glad he has a ring. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kordic71 Posted August 23, 2013 Report Share Posted August 23, 2013 I'd rather O'byrne over Boullion and Drewiske. OB,Murray,Tinordi and Emelin would be nice with P.K,Diaz and Markov. Bigger,tougher and still some skill. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FirstStar Posted August 24, 2013 Report Share Posted August 24, 2013 i think this thread has come to an end. Whatever we want to discuss concerning Murray can be discussed in his own player thread. Thank you FirstStar Moderator Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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