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It's time for morning Q&A! Ask me anything.

To answer your first question, I believe VGK will use some, if not all, of the available LTIR money to try and help the team make the playoffs. Personally, I disagree with this strategy. I'd hold or even sell.

Ok, ask anything else…

— SinBin.vegas (@SinBinVegas) February 7, 2023

If there's a player available, VGK will be looking at him. I'd imagine they'll look for at least one bonafide scorer (Tarasenko, Kane, Meier…) and a grinder (Barbashev, Acciari…). Wouldn't shock me if they are in on the stay-at-home defenseman too (Gavrikov, Edmundson…) https://t.co/hOz01w0EZu

— SinBin.vegas (@SinBinVegas) February 7, 2023

I'd be fairly open for business trying to acquire 1st round picks and/or prospects that will be ready to play in the NHL next year. Literally, no one is off limits.

As for the rebuild, start by finding the right winger for Eichel, then go big/defensive everywhere else. https://t.co/9BZhimFy9s

— SinBin.vegas (@SinBinVegas) February 7, 2023

If he plans on coming back and playing, it's going to have to be for VGK, at least at the start. Can't see another team stepping up before they know he's capable of being the Robin Lehner of old.

VGK's best bet is him returning to his old form though. If he can, that's huge. https://t.co/HZhlMH250A

— SinBin.vegas (@SinBinVegas) February 7, 2023

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Been a minute and quite a bit has happened since the last one, so…

Ask me anything.

— SinBin.vegas (@SinBinVegas) August 4, 2022

If they get excellent health, they'll win the division.

However, that seems like a pipe dream. So I have them in 3rd or 4th. Playoffs depend on the strength of the division which at the moment I see as poor. https://t.co/UVtSGcHytZ

— SinBin.vegas (@SinBinVegas) August 4, 2022

I'll go with no, but I think it's gonna be close. 93. https://t.co/Py57MAV6ZI

— SinBin.vegas (@SinBinVegas) August 4, 2022

Trade it for John Moore's son. https://t.co/g8HWcrOFRM

— SinBin.vegas (@SinBinVegas) August 4, 2022

Roy. I think his deal is done already but they are slow rolling it for a reason unbenounced to me. Long-term deal, right around the numbers we've been projecting would be my guess. ($2.5-3.5 mil) https://t.co/Xl8HQJ507F

— SinBin.vegas (@SinBinVegas) August 4, 2022

This is the worst team VGK will have ever brought to a Training Camp.

Best to worst
Year 2
Year 1
Year 3 (after the deadline)
Year 4
Year 5 https://t.co/xrivZVgg3Y

— SinBin.vegas (@SinBinVegas) August 4, 2022

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Q&A time! Ask me anything, VGK related or not.

Go…

— SinBin.vegas (@SinBinVegas) May 28, 2022

Vadim Shipachyov https://t.co/FsrOxSDSlD

— SinBin.vegas (@SinBinVegas) May 28, 2022

I think they are going to do their best to run back as close to the same roster as possible. Obviously cap constraints will get in the way. The plan is likely more to minimize damage than anything else (even if it costs a bit to do so). https://t.co/T0QdI5PuEe

— SinBin.vegas (@SinBinVegas) May 28, 2022

Unless they go with a coach that is known for being an offensive wizard (unlikely), I don't see Eichel reaching 90 points. https://t.co/wh3JZZZ8Kt

— SinBin.vegas (@SinBinVegas) May 28, 2022

Let's go with Paul Stastny. I think he'd be fine with leaving Winnipeg and it wouldn't shock me if he was willing to take a cheap deal to come back here. https://t.co/sDHhj3AGa2

— SinBin.vegas (@SinBinVegas) May 28, 2022

1) Haula's OT winner
2) Nosek goal in 1st home game
3) Neal's game-winner in Dallas (1st game ever)
4) Karlsson OT goal in San Jose
5) This is a weird one, but there was just something about that preseason game in VAN (1st ever). So I'll say Tyler Wong's 3rd goal in that game. https://t.co/t4h5zGZhze

— SinBin.vegas (@SinBinVegas) May 28, 2022

I play a lot of Pai Gow poker. I'm also a big fan of the Pinball Hall of Fame.

But the real answer is eat. We have the best restaurant scene in the world both on and off the Strip. https://t.co/Krwo63kZOB

— SinBin.vegas (@SinBinVegas) May 28, 2022

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Haven't done one of these in quite a while, so let's go for it. Ask me anything, I'll try to answer every question that comes in.

Also, I'm going to use the remaining characters in this tweet to announce that #HockeySquares is back tomorrow with amazing prizes from Giordanos!

— SinBin.vegas (@SinBinVegas) February 25, 2022

They'd almost certainly dock them draft picks in the future.

It's going to be nearly impossible to prove so I don't think there's much to worry about. https://t.co/lKuyJTIUAA

— SinBin.vegas (@SinBinVegas) February 25, 2022

I'd guess no at this point. If yes, it would have to be slightly below the number he's currently at.

Things could change in a big way if he has a strong postseason. https://t.co/CMncDQsVuc

— SinBin.vegas (@SinBinVegas) February 25, 2022

It would depend on how close they get. If they get to the Final a few times, they aren't going anywhere. If they miss the playoffs or get bounced in the first round, it'll get hot quick.

I don't think Foley is stuck on the 6 year thing and that is the only criterea. https://t.co/8VQzjI0LHA

— SinBin.vegas (@SinBinVegas) February 25, 2022

Brisson, Korczak, a 1st, and a 2nd? (And that's without any salary retention)

If they want NHL level players I'd guess it starts with Theodore. https://t.co/rMYpqQOp8x

— SinBin.vegas (@SinBinVegas) February 25, 2022

Our sources have indicated that it is equilibrium/balance related. What exactly that means is very foggy though. https://t.co/OMwdduKG02

— SinBin.vegas (@SinBinVegas) February 25, 2022

Yes, I think they will. I expect them to go down the Nick Cousin-esque route again. (Someone who would be in the lineup, but not a huge name.) Chris Tierney is a name that keeps sticking out in my mind when I go through the trade bait lists. https://t.co/IvbisqIQkH

— SinBin.vegas (@SinBinVegas) February 25, 2022

For me it's always going to be the production he gives in the postseason this year. I don't care if you score against the Sharks or Coyotes, I care what happens when the games truly matter and this team needs a goal. Also, will he hold up defensively in this system? https://t.co/KEeynsLc4u

— SinBin.vegas (@SinBinVegas) February 25, 2022

So far, it hasn't been great (I'm not even enthralled with how it's gone in the first two rounds either). They've possibly been able to find a few NHL-level players, but there doesn't seem to be a truly impactful guy in the bunch. It's concerning considering the age of the roster https://t.co/n5PIC1BlOT

— SinBin.vegas (@SinBinVegas) February 25, 2022

At the moment, not much at all. Win fewer than 12 playoff games and it will start to heat up a bit. Expectations are VERY high. https://t.co/qZzfXxfI0I

— SinBin.vegas (@SinBinVegas) February 25, 2022

No https://t.co/cgGrvbI1sK

— SinBin.vegas (@SinBinVegas) February 25, 2022

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Haven't done a morning Q&A in a while. Let's go.

Ask me anything.

— SinBin.vegas (@SinBinVegas) August 30, 2021

I think he's basically waiting for an injury at this point.

The question becomes what happens beyond this year when he becomes a Group 6 free agent. Does he want to stick around? Depending on his AHL season this year, I could see someone giving him a shot elsewhere.

— SinBin.vegas (@SinBinVegas) August 30, 2021

Right now they are about $37k over. They still have to sign Patrick and Coghlan. So, in theory if everyone is healthy they'll have to make a few moves (sending guys through waivers) to get there. But, everyone isn't healthy, Tuch is out.

— SinBin.vegas (@SinBinVegas) August 30, 2021

I really only see through their Instagrams. Been a lot of weddings (McNabb and Stone recently), and a ton of awesome vacations (Theodore was in Hawaii). I think it's a healthy mix of guys staying and guys going elsewhere, but many more stay than they did 3 offseasons ago.

— SinBin.vegas (@SinBinVegas) August 30, 2021

I don't unless you consider Coghlan or Patrick as prospects.

Wouldn't shock me to see Dugan, Elvenes, and Korczak get some games, but it would likely require some injuries at the NHL level.

— SinBin.vegas (@SinBinVegas) August 30, 2021

I'll go with Leschyshyn. As a former 2nd round pick we're all still waiting for that talent to shine through in a big way. The prospect pool would look a lot different if he can do it.

— SinBin.vegas (@SinBinVegas) August 30, 2021

Early Feburary is the hope.

— SinBin.vegas (@SinBinVegas) August 30, 2021

I'd say I'm about the same. There's certainly reason to believe they can do it, but a lot of the same concerns still exist (plus a few new ones).

I think Brett Howden is going to be a useable player. Most have written him off, I'm not.

I hope I'm wrong, but Dadonov.

— SinBin.vegas (@SinBinVegas) August 30, 2021

It's probably William Karlsson playing soccer.

I'm pretty sure Tuch can play lacrosse if you consider that a sport.

Lehner grew up playing soccer too (til he was like 14 if I remember right).

— SinBin.vegas (@SinBinVegas) August 30, 2021

I think if they are out of the playoff picture by the Olympic break something could happen.

If they make the playoffs everyone should be fine unless there's a disastrous playoff series (much worse than MTL or DAL)

— SinBin.vegas (@SinBinVegas) August 30, 2021

3 years.

— SinBin.vegas (@SinBinVegas) August 30, 2021

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A lot has happened in the last three days. So, let's see what questions you guys have for me now that the dust has seemingly settled (for now).

Ask anything, I'll answer them all.

— SinBin.vegas (@SinBinVegas) July 30, 2021

I believe the team got better in trading Reaves for a 3rd round pick. Addition by subtraction on the player and they got an asset in doing it. Reminds me of the Eakin trade a while back. https://t.co/NzATh0XbuR

— SinBin.vegas (@SinBinVegas) July 30, 2021

Yes, I think the team is better.

I'm skeptical that they are enough better to get all the way over the hump, but this team has a good chance to be deeper than the last two. If a few guys step up on the newly formed bottom-six, they can absolutely win the Cup. https://t.co/W6xm1GnAfH

— SinBin.vegas (@SinBinVegas) July 30, 2021

I think either they get Eichel or there will be nothing else significant coming. I could still see the blockbuster happening, but if the price never meets what they want to pay, I think they'll go with this roster until the deadline. https://t.co/Nlp4W5eJJW

— SinBin.vegas (@SinBinVegas) July 30, 2021

I don't think I do because I don't believe the system currently in place highlights the Misfits as much. The 2nd year was the best team IMO.

(It's close though. It's certainly not crazy to say what he did.) https://t.co/KfeWKnFAQp

— SinBin.vegas (@SinBinVegas) July 30, 2021

Second one. I'll eat with my hands for a little bit. https://t.co/JGPFstVy7u

— SinBin.vegas (@SinBinVegas) July 30, 2021

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We asked fans on Twitter to submit any trade offer they would like and then we either accepted or declined and countered. Here are some of the most interesting ones.

Decline

Counter: Fleury and 2 2nds for Bellows

— SinBin.vegas (@SinBinVegas) December 10, 2020

I'll pass. It's close though

— SinBin.vegas (@SinBinVegas) December 11, 2020

Accept. (Though I'd be sad)

— SinBin.vegas (@SinBinVegas) December 10, 2020

I'd take that deal.

— SinBin.vegas (@SinBinVegas) December 10, 2020

Accept

I love Cirelli. Would prefer Fleury was in that deal somewhere though.

— SinBin.vegas (@SinBinVegas) December 10, 2020

Deal

— SinBin.vegas (@SinBinVegas) December 11, 2020

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Q&A time!

Ask me anything. I'll respond to every single one. Go.

— SinBin.vegas (@SinBinVegas) December 2, 2020

I think they'll end up playing about 48 games and then a full playoff. Home arenas without fans for most if not all of it.

— SinBin.vegas (@SinBinVegas) December 2, 2020

Force Majeure is a very scary phrase for hockey fans. The owners have a legit claim to cancel the season and not pay the players and there's nothing anyone can do about it. Hopefully cooler heads prevail and they play.

— SinBin.vegas (@SinBinVegas) December 2, 2020

We keep delaying it cause we want to get an announcement first, but we've run out of time. Probably tomorrow or Thursday.

— SinBin.vegas (@SinBinVegas) December 2, 2020

Parmigiano Reggiano. (Ever since I went to Italy I've become a parmesan snob though. If it's not from the DOP region it's garb.)

— SinBin.vegas (@SinBinVegas) December 2, 2020

Kansas City
Quebec City
Houston
San Jose (give them a real team)

— SinBin.vegas (@SinBinVegas) December 2, 2020

VGK white (but the gold one is close.)

Non-VGK: I like the Panthers white ones or the new Reverse Retro Coyotes.

— SinBin.vegas (@SinBinVegas) December 2, 2020

Mbombo (also known as Bumba).

The greatest creation story even told/written. https://t.co/dJ9wBNkqwv

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I don't really see how he's not. He signed a deal until he's almost 39 and has a full NMC. https://t.co/mEeTAnuczN

— SinBin.vegas (@SinBinVegas) October 16, 2020

Best move – Mark Stone
Worse move – Tomas Tatar https://t.co/64WqxhD6to

— SinBin.vegas (@SinBinVegas) October 16, 2020

Deep dish all day. Giordano's is my jam. https://t.co/8Iw96s4hlw

— SinBin.vegas (@SinBinVegas) October 16, 2020

I think Stone but that's a very good question. https://t.co/X7c2CdelL9

— SinBin.vegas (@SinBinVegas) October 16, 2020

Dick helmet is going to be tough to top. https://t.co/MstnAa13sT pic.twitter.com/L1QZYtEfi1

— SinBin.vegas (@SinBinVegas) October 16, 2020

Find a way to get Fleury off the books and get Stamkos. I don't even really care the price if it's all for futures. https://t.co/MfscNhnNoS

— SinBin.vegas (@SinBinVegas) October 16, 2020

What's job mean?

This is my full time gig. Shout out to William Hill, Adam Kutner, Modern Rivals, Jimmerson Law Firm, Inscriptagraphs, Dr Pinegar, and all of our amazing #HockeySquares sponsors. https://t.co/VUpan3ZxPh

— SinBin.vegas (@SinBinVegas) October 16, 2020

None.

This team should have no concerns about making the playoffs. Seeding is overrated. Would much rather have the $7 million on someone who is allowed to play when the games really matter. https://t.co/7WBuG8aBuI

— SinBin.vegas (@SinBinVegas) October 16, 2020

Both are right handed. Plus, I really don't think Whitecloud is ready for top pair minutes at this point in his career. https://t.co/d1Yr28HXso

— SinBin.vegas (@SinBinVegas) October 16, 2020

George McPhee hooked up to a polygraph. https://t.co/x3htNXYPSW

— SinBin.vegas (@SinBinVegas) October 16, 2020

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I'm bored. Ask me stuff.

— SinBin.vegas (@SinBinVegas) June 21, 2020

Game 1 of the Round Robin

Pacioretty-Karlsson-Stone
Marchessault-Stastny-Smith
Cousins-Stephenson-Tuch
Carrier-Roy-Reaves

McNabb-Schmidt
Martinez-Theodore
Holden-Whitecloud

Fleury https://t.co/GKrlacPpDa

— SinBin.vegas (@SinBinVegas) June 21, 2020

YES 15%
NO 85%

(I consider this pretty good considering there's still 24 teams alive) https://t.co/SGwNPzKuMG

— SinBin.vegas (@SinBinVegas) June 21, 2020

San Diego https://t.co/ShjYxfzI75

— SinBin.vegas (@SinBinVegas) June 21, 2020

Don't have anything concrete on this but the last I heard the plan is still to unveil it in the offseason between the two seasons. My guess is the first time they wear it on the ice is the next time there are fans in T-Mobile Arena. https://t.co/rC3kQdZsIz

— SinBin.vegas (@SinBinVegas) June 21, 2020

Both Anaheim and LA are pretty stacked. VGK's is definitely not on par with those two, but they are not the worst either. (That's probably San Jose.) https://t.co/m54zeYDPtK

— SinBin.vegas (@SinBinVegas) June 21, 2020

I do not. Increased testing was going to lead to an increase in positive tests. The league had to be aware that they were going to receive some positive tests.

The key will be in containing the spread within the facilities now that the positives exist. https://t.co/dB7cbsnJkv

— SinBin.vegas (@SinBinVegas) June 21, 2020

The price of the contract is in-line with the player. So the answer is yes. However, I believe VGK had the ability to use some leverage against him to get him to take a cheaper deal and they opted not to do that. Missed opportunity to save a few bucks IMO. https://t.co/6IeiUPA1sd

— SinBin.vegas (@SinBinVegas) June 21, 2020

Portillos https://t.co/fgEKcYTEAM

— SinBin.vegas (@SinBinVegas) June 21, 2020

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