The Sicatoka Posted July 28, 2004 Share Posted July 28, 2004 The posturing being done by Bochenski with Ottawa seems very similar to what Vanek is doing with Buffalo. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
schmidtdoggydog Posted July 28, 2004 Share Posted July 28, 2004 The posturing being done by Bochenski with Ottawa seems very similar to what Vanek is doing with Buffalo. I agree. Quite frankly, I hope they are both back. They certainly make the league more exciting. Like TV, Bo is dealing with a very frugal team. Therefore, I don't think all hope for his return can be lost at this point. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cfm567b27 Posted July 28, 2004 Share Posted July 28, 2004 The posturing being done by Bochenski with Ottawa seems very similar to what Vanek is doing with Buffalo. My thoughts exactly. I suppose it is our turn now. POI'ers had their turn at life without Vanek threads. Still ....nothing official from either of them so why waste keystrokes until a decision is finalized. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shep Posted July 28, 2004 Share Posted July 28, 2004 A report like this causes me to think that the NHL's possible lockout is not so likely. Why else would a team seek to take a college kid from what may be the ONLY hockey he'll play for a year so he can sign and sit? Am I wrong about this? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dagies Posted July 28, 2004 Share Posted July 28, 2004 My guess is there will be other places for their prospects to play rather than sit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fedorov Posted July 28, 2004 Share Posted July 28, 2004 Still ....nothing official from either of them so why waste keystrokes until a decision is finalized. ESPN thinks it is important to discuss. ESPN Link Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cfm567b27 Posted July 28, 2004 Share Posted July 28, 2004 ESPN thinks it is important to discuss. ESPN Link The beauty of that story is in the last line.... "UND has seven national hockey titles. The team plays in a $100 million arena." Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Sicatoka Posted July 28, 2004 Share Posted July 28, 2004 But the only discussion that really matters is the one between Ottawa and Brandon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DMT Posted July 28, 2004 Share Posted July 28, 2004 Am I wrong about this? Yes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
U2Bad1 Posted July 28, 2004 Share Posted July 28, 2004 Like i said on uscho this sounds like posturing just like vanek. Only difference is Vanek is the 5th overall pick... bochenski is in the lower rounds. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greyeagle Posted July 28, 2004 Share Posted July 28, 2004 Like i said on uscho this sounds like posturing just like vanek. Only difference is Vanek is the 5th overall pick... bochenski is in the lower rounds. Theoretically, Vanek has two years of eligibility left, thus one more year of posturing if he returns to MN for his Jr. year. This is probably Bo's last chance to have some leverage in his negotiations. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A.B.T.G. Posted July 28, 2004 Share Posted July 28, 2004 Theoretically, Vanek has two years of eligibility left, thus one more year of posturing if he returns to MN for his Jr. year. This is probably Bo's last chance to have some leverage in his negotiations. Why didn't he do this last year then when he had better numbers? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sioux-per Villain Posted July 28, 2004 Share Posted July 28, 2004 Theoretically, Vanek has two years of eligibility left, thus one more year of posturing if he returns to MN for his Jr. year. This is probably Bo's last chance to have some leverage in his negotiations. Vanek belongs to Buffalo and they don't have the money to bring him in. I disagree somewhat on this being Bo's last chance however. If he repeats or improves his numbers from the last 2 yrs and/or wins the Hobey, I doubt he'd be worse off next year. Ottawa obviously likes what they see. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
schmidtdoggydog Posted July 28, 2004 Share Posted July 28, 2004 Theoretically, Vanek has two years of eligibility left, thus one more year of posturing if he returns to MN for his Jr. year. This is probably Bo's last chance to have some leverage in his negotiations. Why didn't he do this last year then when he had better numbers? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
U2Bad1 Posted July 28, 2004 Share Posted July 28, 2004 He had a better year in 2002-2003. The reason why he didnt surpass his 02-03 stats was because of the HORRIBLE slump he went into at the end of the year. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DamStrait Posted July 28, 2004 Share Posted July 28, 2004 Theoretically, Vanek has two years of eligibility left, thus one more year of posturing if he returns to MN for his Jr. year. This is probably Bo's last chance to have some leverage in his negotiations. Isn't Vanek threatening to go the WHL, and wouldn't this be the last year he could do that (because of his age)? If so, isn't Vanek's position stronger than BB's (because Buffalo stands to lose their rights to Vanek if he goes to the WHL), and won't it be considerably weaker this time next year if he returns to UMN? Not trying to be a smartass, just wondering if I'm missing something. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greyeagle Posted July 28, 2004 Share Posted July 28, 2004 Isn't Vanek threatening to go the WHL, and wouldn't this be the last year he could do that (because of his age)? If so, isn't Vanek's position stronger than BB's (because Buffalo stands to lose their rights to Vanek if he goes to the WHL), and won't it be considerably weaker this time next year if he returns to UMN? Not trying to be a smartass, just wondering if I'm missing something. From what I've read lately, the WHL thing was only in Sid's head (or maybe Shooter's...does it really matter with those two?) and he's either coming back to MN or signing if the money is right. Now watch, he'll go WHL or Europe just to make me look bad. Otherwise, I think you'd be right on the money. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Let'sGoHawks! Posted July 28, 2004 Share Posted July 28, 2004 That duck thing is horrible! Are you a gopher fan??? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnsowe Posted July 28, 2004 Share Posted July 28, 2004 It is reported on the Lincoln Stars website that Bochenski has signed a contract but I can't find anything to back that up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PCM Posted July 28, 2004 Share Posted July 28, 2004 According to this news release on the Lincoln Stars Web site, Bochenski has signed with Ottawa. Thanks for the heads-up, U2bad1. Edit: Dang! Late again! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
U2Bad1 Posted July 28, 2004 Share Posted July 28, 2004 Actually thanks for the heads up to UNH who first posted it on USCHO Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cratter Posted July 28, 2004 Share Posted July 28, 2004 Signing bonus $1,000? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jojordan23 Posted July 29, 2004 Share Posted July 29, 2004 Signing bonus $1,000? What?!? Please tell me we lost him for more than a $1000 sigining bonus!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PCM Posted July 29, 2004 Share Posted July 29, 2004 While searching the Net for news of Bochenski, I ran across this gem posted on the Ottawa Senators newsgroup. ------------------------------- Help support an NHL player in his time of need Since September 11, 2001, Americans and Canadians have come together as never before in our generation. We have banded together to overcome tremendous adversity. We have weathered direct attacks on our own soil, wars overseas, corporate/government scandal, layoffs, unemployment, stock price plunges, droughts, fires, mad cow disease, SARS, Avian flu, high gasoline prices, and a myriad of economic and physical disasters both great and small. But now, we must come together once again to overcome our greatest challenge yet. Hundreds of Professional Hockey players in our very own nation are going to be locked out, living at well below the seven-figure salary level. And as if that weren't bad enough they could be deprived of their life giving pay for several months, possibly longer, as a result of the upcoming lockout situation. But you can help! For only $20,835 a month, about $694.50 a day (that's less than the cost of a large screen projection TV) you can help an NHL player remain economically viable during his time of need. This contribution by no means solves the problem as it barely covers the annual minimum salary, but it's a start, and every little bit will help! Although $700 may not seem like a lot of money to you, to a hockey player it could mean the difference between spending the lockout golfing in Florida or on a Mediterranean cruise. For you, seven hundred dollars is nothing more than a month's rent, half a mortgage payment, or a month of medical insurance, but to a hockey player, $700 will partially replace his daily salary. Your commitment of less than $700 a day will enable a player to buy that home entertainment center, trade in the year-old Lexus for a new Ferrari, or enjoy a weekend in Rio. HOW WILL I KNOW I'M HELPING? Each month, you will receive a complete financial report on the player you sponsor. Detailed information about his stocks, bonds, 401(k), real estate, and other investment holdings will be mailed to your home. Plus, upon signing up for this program, you will receive an unsigned photo of the player lounging during the lockout on a beach somewhere in the Caribbean (for a signed photo, please include an additional $150). Put the photo on your refrigerator to remind you of other peoples' suffering. HOW WILL HE KNOW I'M HELPING? Your NHL player will be told that he has a SPECIAL FRIEND who just wants to help in a time of need. Although the player won't know your name, he will be able to make collect calls to your home via a special operator in case additional funds are needed for unforeseen expenses. YES, I WANT TO HELP! I would like to sponsor a locked out NHL player. My preference is (check below): [ ] Forward [ ] Defenseman [ ] Goaltender [ ] Entire team (Please call our 900 number to ask for the cost of a specific team - $10 per minute) [ ] Jaromir Jagr (Higher cost: $32,000 per day) Please charge the account listed below $694.50 per day for the duration of the lockout. Please send me a picture of the player I have sponsored, along with an Jaromir Jagr 2001 Income Statement and my very own Bob Goodenow (Executive Director of the NHLPA player's Union) pin to wear proudly on my hat (include $80 for hat). Your Name: ___________ Telephone Number: ___________ Account Number: _______ Expiry Date:_______ [ ] MasterCard [ ] Visa [ ] American Express [ ] Other Signature: _______________________ Alternate card (when the primary card exceeds its credit limit): Account Number: _______ Expiry Date:_______ [ ] MasterCard [ ] Visa [ ] American Express [ ] Other Signature: _______________________ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jloos Posted July 29, 2004 Share Posted July 29, 2004 According to this news release on the Lincoln Stars Web site, Bochenski has signed with Ottawa. Thanks for the heads-up, U2bad1. Edit: Dang! Late again! Sens Home They are pretty up to date on their website, and have no mention of signing Bochenski, in fact they signed a RW yesterday. I'm not saying it hasn't happened, just that it's not official. That is pretty lame if this holds true that Lincoln releases the press release before UND. I don't know why it bother me, it just does. That and BB's whole, I'm gone if I get what I want, if not I'll go back to UND, I'll decide in mid-August. I know most people on here disagree, but his attitude lacks some class IMHO. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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