> ## Content Index > Fetch the complete content index at: https://www.pensionplanpuppets.com/llms.txt > Use this file to discover other available public pages before exploring further. # From the Branches: Hamonic to the Leafs, of course - URL: https://www.pensionplanpuppets.com/from-the-branches-byol-45-minite-train-delay-edition/ - Published: 2015-11-19T11:57:07.000Z - Updated: 2015-11-19T11:57:07.000Z - Description: More like Hamonilinks, amirite - Author: Adam Selvig - Tags: From The Branches, #chorus, #Import 2023-04-05 10:50 Pinch hitter Acha stepping in. My thoughts go out to those who use Toronto public transit this morning. #### Leafs News [Maple Leafs' efforts paying dividends and making rebuild less painful | Metro News Toronto](http://www.metronews.ca/views/toronto/hockey-news-leafs/2015/11/18/maple-leafs-effort-paying-dividends-making-rebuild-less-painful.html?ref=pensionplanpuppets.com) "That the outside world has set the bar low for the Buds is probably another reason Mike Babcock’s charges have come together." (Babcock) is a hard ass, it’s a good thing though, that’s something I thrive on. I’m in his office almost daily, trying to understand how I can get better and how I can be a leader. We’ve definitely come a long way in establishing what I need to do. - *Nazem Kadri* [Maple Leafs' situation in net is just plain confusing | ESPN](http://espn.go.com/nhl/story/%5F/id/14160408/nhl-toronto-maple-leafs-james-reimer-emerges-hero-again?ref=pensionplanpuppets.com) "Reimer's revival has been a welcome sight for Maple Leaf fans. It's also a confusing one, at least for those who'd spent the past two seasons convincing themselves that he was a bum. Things change fast in Toronto, especially for the guys in the crease." [Two teams discuss trading for Bernier | TLN](http://theleafsnation.com/2015/11/18/report-two-teams-discussing-trading-for-bernier?ref=pensionplanpuppets.com) "His future is still somewhat uncertain -- two rival NHL teams have recently had internal discussions about trying to acquire him via trade, according to league sources -- but all Bernier is worried about is playing better." [Gilmour believes in Maple Leafs' rebuild | TSN](http://www.tsn.ca/gilmour-believes-in-maple-leafs-rebuild-1.395724?ref=pensionplanpuppets.com) The old way of building a [Stanley Cup](http://www.sbnation.com/nhl-playoffs?ref=pensionplanpuppets.com) contender has been rendered obsolete by the salary cap. "In the days when I played you could just go and get free agents," the 52-year-old told TSN.ca. "There was no salary cap, so you didn't have to worry about your draft picks all the time." [Dissecting Maple Leafs prospect Marner’s game | Sportsnet](http://www.sportsnet.ca/hockey/juniors/knights-marner-taking-his-game-to-another-level/?ref=pensionplanpuppets.com) "Mitch Marner is so dangerous right now even the boundaries of a standard cliché can’t contain him." [Katya posted her game recap of the Marlies in comments below](https://www.pensionplanpuppets.com/from-the-branches-byol-45-minite-train-delay-edition/) #### Other Hockey News [NHL All-Star Game Format: The 3-on-3 will be fun so shut up | WIIM](http://www.wingingitinmotown.com/2015/11/19/9757342/nhl-all-star-game-format-the-3-on-3-will-be-fun-so-shut-up?ref=pensionplanpuppets.com) "It's not real hockey! - No shit, Sherlock. Half the crap the Harlem Globetrotters pull is illegal under NBA rules too." [The Rangers Aren't Fighting Because They Don't Need To | BSB](http://www.blueshirtbanter.com/2015/11/19/9756906/the-rangers-arent-fighting-because-they-dont-need-to?ref=pensionplanpuppets.com) "Note: If you're a staunch, unyielding traditionalist in regards to fighting in hockey, this one isn't for you." [Travis Hamonic Trade Talks: Islanders shopping defenseman at his request, per reports | LHH](http://www.lighthousehockey.com/2015/11/18/9757802/travis-hamonic-trade-talks-new-york-islanders-defenseman?ref=pensionplanpuppets.com) So, can Toronto be considered west of anything? [Could the Bruins land Travis Hamonic? | SCOC](http://www.stanleycupofchowder.com/2015/11/18/9757792/could-the-bruins-land-travis-hamonic?ref=pensionplanpuppets.com) OK, you idiots, Boston is very definitely not "west." [NHL.com projects rosters for 2016 NHL All-Star Game | NHL](https://www.pensionplanpuppets.com/nhl-twt/) I am soooo not OK with this projected roster. No Ekblad? No Hedman? No Bergeron? Yeesh. [Backwards Slapshot: Big Bad Wilson | JR](http://www.japersrink.com/2015/11/18/9753008/backwards-slapshot-big-bad-wilson?ref=pensionplanpuppets.com) "[Tom Wilson](http://www.sbnation.com/nhl/players/157200/tom-wilson?ref=pensionplanpuppets.com) is on the NHL Player Safety Department's watch list, so he has adjusted his play accordingly." [The NHL All-Value Team for 2015-16 | ESPN Insider](http://insider.espn.go.com/blog/craig-custance/insider/post?id=6697&ref=pensionplanpuppets.com) Who gives the best bang for the buck? Tavares, Pacioretty, and Seguin lead the ranks. [What determines coach salaries? A look at NHL bench bosses | Hockey-Graphs](http://hockey-graphs.com/2015/11/18/what-determines-coach-salaries-a-look-at-nhl-bench-bosses/?ref=pensionplanpuppets.com) "What types of thinking go into deciding how much a team is willing to pay its coach? Did Babcock earn the money because of his vast experience? Or maybe his excellent regular season record over a decade in Detroit? What factors correlate with coach salaries?" #### Recaps Vancouver vs. Winnipeg: [Canucks limp home after 4-1 loss to Jets, losing six out of seven games on road trip | Nucks](http://www.nucksmisconduct.com/2015/11/18/9758556/canucks-limp-home-after-4-1-loss-to-jets-losing-six-out-of-seven?ref=pensionplanpuppets.com) [Winnipeg Jets' second line has a killer whale of a game vs the Vancouver Canucks | Arctic](http://www.arcticicehockey.com/2015/11/18/9758782/winnipeg-jets-second-line-has-a-killer-whale-of-a-game-vs-the?ref=pensionplanpuppets.com) Washington vs. Detroit: [Capitals vs. Red Wings Recap: Holtby Shines Bright, Kuzy Ends It In OT | JR](http://www.japersrink.com/2015/11/18/9759050/capitals-vs-red-wings-recap-score?ref=pensionplanpuppets.com) [Game Recap: Capitals beat Red Wings in Overtime after exciting goaltending duel | WIIM](http://www.wingingitinmotown.com/2015/11/18/9753644/nhl-game-recap-capitals-beat-red-wings-in-overtime-goaltending-duel?ref=pensionplanpuppets.com) Chicago vs. Edmonton: [Blackhawks vs. Oilers final score 2015: Marian Hossa lifts Chicago to 4-3 OT win | SCH](http://www.secondcityhockey.com/2015/11/18/9759466/blackhawks-vs-oilers-final-score-2015-marian-hossa-4-3-overtime-teuvo-teravainen-injury?ref=pensionplanpuppets.com) [Hanging On Against One Of The Best | C&B](http://www.coppernblue.com/2015/11/18/9759538/hanging-on-against-one-of-the-best?ref=pensionplanpuppets.com) #### Poor Species and El Seldo have to deal with this right now, which is why the links are late: ![](https://cdn3.vox-cdn.com/uploads/chorus_asset/file/4281067/tmp_23175-Screenshot_2015-11-19-07-42-15-248816607.0.png)