DaGreatGazoo Posted September 2, 2014 Share Posted September 2, 2014 Philadelphia Flyers @NHLFlyers 6mBreaking: The #Flyers have signed LW @RinaldoZac to a two-year contract extension. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JackStraw Posted September 2, 2014 Share Posted September 2, 2014 Why? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Podein25 Posted September 2, 2014 Share Posted September 2, 2014 Why? Well, you know what you're getting at least, which is more than you can say for some contracts these days. It does suggest that Zac is doing all the right things as far as off season prep etc goes Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jammer2 Posted September 2, 2014 Share Posted September 2, 2014 AWESOME news. Why...cause no one else on our present roster can knock out a d-man with a crunching body check. We need the skill set he brings. We lost a TON of push back when Hartnell left, the Flyers minus Zac would be tediously close to a ***** squad. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mojo1917 Posted September 2, 2014 Share Posted September 2, 2014 I just wish he was a better hockey player, i like what he brings physically with the hitting and willingness to do whatever, that is admirable. what i'd love from him is a modicum of skill, to be able to make crisp pass to a linemate on the move, take a puck on the move on his backhand, make a move with the puck so his speed can be of use. He is physically fast but his limited skill keeps him from "playing fast". If the money is right i don't have a "real'" problem with his signing, I do like him as a player, i would just like him to be more skilled. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
murraycraven Posted September 2, 2014 Share Posted September 2, 2014 wonder how much? Not a bad move... as Pods said: you know what you are getting and he always makes things interesting. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Irishjim Posted September 2, 2014 Share Posted September 2, 2014 plan the parade Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TropicalFruitGirl26 Posted September 2, 2014 Share Posted September 2, 2014 From the shoutbox, this TFG person, said: "...Perhaps the Flyers are hoping Rinaldo scores about 15 goals the first half of the season, raising his value, then they can trade him for a first round pick!" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Podein25 Posted September 2, 2014 Share Posted September 2, 2014 Perhaps the Flyers are hoping Rinaldo scores about 15 goals the first half of the season, raising his value... Flyers fans are a pretty hopeful bunch I guess, but I wouldn't say we are delusional. I mean, we're not exactly fooled by Santa Claus, for example. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Earle'sGaffe Posted September 2, 2014 Share Posted September 2, 2014 I'm not upset with the move, assuming the price is right, but I'm a little puzzled as to why now. Why not wait a little and see how the season unfolds? Could they really have been worried that someone would extend Zac a juicy offer sheet in the offseason if they didn't get this done asap? This doesn't seem like a top priority and every contract you lock yourself into now gives you less flexibility down the road if other opportunities arise. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Poulin20 Posted September 2, 2014 Share Posted September 2, 2014 plan the parade REPORTED! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JackStraw Posted September 2, 2014 Share Posted September 2, 2014 Well, you know what you're getting at least They would get the same thing if they signed me- a guy who doesn't belong in the NHL! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adamflyers Posted September 2, 2014 Share Posted September 2, 2014 I like Rinaldo for his ability to generate energy with big hits and also draw penalties. He scores a goal now and again, which is all I really expect from a 4th line energy player. What I don't like is his overall hockey skill set and the fact that in order to be effective, he has to walk a very fine line between legal and illegal behavior. When he is staying just on the right side of that line, he is a very effective player because he lays out some big hits, pisses off the opposition, and draws them into bad penalties. But when he crosses the wrong side of the line, it can really be crippling to the team. You never want your team to be needlessly shorthanded due to a bone headed play, but that's what he does when he is having a bad night. In general, I'm happy they extended him, but while I gave him a lot of slack last year, he is on a shorter leash with me this year! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JackStraw Posted September 2, 2014 Share Posted September 2, 2014 AWESOME news. Why...cause no one else on our present roster can knock out a d-man with a crunching body check. We need the skill set he brings. We lost a TON of push back when Hartnell left, the Flyers minus Zac would be tediously close to a ***** squad. I'm fine with the hitting (except for the occasional getting suspended part but whatever) but is it that hard to find a guy who can hit AND play a little hockey? And who has half a brain? I know other teams find those guys, because they always seem to score against the Flyers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Podein25 Posted September 2, 2014 Share Posted September 2, 2014 They would get the same thing if they signed me You make a good point. Plus there's the Amway products... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
doom88 Posted September 2, 2014 Share Posted September 2, 2014 I like it, and I'm assuming good value. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JackStraw Posted September 2, 2014 Share Posted September 2, 2014 You make a good point. Plus there's the Amway products... For sure. I'd give all my team-mates discounts. Seriously, I would prefer Powe over Rinaldo. Neither has any real talent but at least Powe went to Princeton. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Podein25 Posted September 2, 2014 Share Posted September 2, 2014 ...is it that hard to find a guy who can hit AND play a little hockey? And who has half a brain?... I play a little and have exactly half a brain. Never mind signing you - the shoulda signed me! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JackStraw Posted September 2, 2014 Share Posted September 2, 2014 @Podein25 - see? That's what I mean. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Podein25 Posted September 2, 2014 Share Posted September 2, 2014 @JackStrawAh, I see - you were employing the Aristotelian method (on my half brain). Well played. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JackStraw Posted September 2, 2014 Share Posted September 2, 2014 @JackStrawAh, I see - you were employing the Aristotelian method (on my half brain). Well played. Um wha... oh wait- you're right, that's exactly what I was doing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
murraycraven Posted September 2, 2014 Share Posted September 2, 2014 I like Rinaldo for his ability to generate energy with big hits and also draw penalties. He scores a goal now and again, which is all I really expect from a 4th line energy player. What I don't like is his overall hockey skill set and the fact that in order to be effective, he has to walk a very fine line between legal and illegal behavior. When he is staying just on the right side of that line, he is a very effective player because he lays out some big hits, pisses off the opposition, and draws them into bad penalties. But when he crosses the wrong side of the line, it can really be crippling to the team. You never want your team to be needlessly shorthanded due to a bone headed play, but that's what he does when he is having a bad night.In general, I'm happy they extended him, but while I gave him a lot of slack last year, he is on a shorter leash with me this year! Great post Adams... Could not agree more. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaGreatGazoo Posted September 2, 2014 Author Share Posted September 2, 2014 The bad--he had 4 points last year, 153 PIMS and was suspended 4 games. The good--it's a cheap contract for, IMO, a 4th line player The best part--if he effs up, waive to Lehigh Valley and the entire contract can be buried. 925K in cap savings is max for a demoted player. I'm reading this deal is 850K for 2 years. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jammer2 Posted September 2, 2014 Share Posted September 2, 2014 @DaGreatGazoo That is a very reasonable contract. I was thinking TOPS 1.1 Mill per year, but anything under a mill, I'm quite happy with. I think he's worth that all day long. Sure, in a perfect world, he would have more skill, but until we find a mean SOB like him that can skate and provide skill from the 4th line (really, that *is* asking for a lot)....I'm good with Zac, easily one of my favourite Flyers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OccamsRazor Posted September 2, 2014 Share Posted September 2, 2014 Why? Flyers were afraid someone was going to swoop in next summer and offer sheet him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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