Arce 755 Posted May 9, 2022 Share Posted May 9, 2022 (edited) It is getting to that time of the season again believe it or not. The trade deadline is just a week away, and we are getting a clearer indicator are of who the contending teams are, the elites, the disappointments, the middle of the road team and fuck anyone in between. That means it will be that time for playoff contenders to start acquiring either rentals, or even better a player to stick around for multiple playoff runs. This is teams looking to gain assets for the future's best dream. Not only are they gaining future picks and prospects, but they are also increasing their chances of the lottery since losing their best players = losing more games. With a little over 30 games left who could be on the block? With every trade deadline and off-season comes rumors. And I have taken it upon myself with my inside sources to track who could possibly be on the board? This week we dive into the team with the most controversy surrounding them when expectations were high, The Helsinki firesale?! On paper the Helsinki Titans have one of the best rosters in the league. The season has not gone their way so far. The team has strung together some wins to get back into the playoff picture, and are just on the outside looking in. Why would they sell as they get back into the playoff picture? Turmoil! There is a lot of turmoil in that locker room right now, and it will be too much for the team to overcome. From high TPE underperforming players, to players calling out management and having their beloved AGM step down in the middle of it. I have never seen a team survive something like this in the same season and hold the hardware up at the end. Who will the Titans be dealing? Erlantz Jokinen: Jokinen called out the Helsinki management last week in his media spot, and the end result was Mr_Hatter stepping down from his post earlier than he had planned. GM Frank Funk is fed up, and has been on the phone constantly regarding Jokinen according to MULTIPLE sources. We are hearing Jokinen may be staying within the European division. The Riga Reign look like they are trying to solidify their defense to set them over being the best for their Continental Cup run, so they can edge out Moscow in Europe. Jokinen comes with some locker room baggage, but one thing we have always known is Jokinen is happy while winning, and Riga would offer that opportunity. We have also heard London is in the mix, despite the personality differences between GM McWolf and Jokinen. Nico Pearce: Nico Pearce has one of the highest TPE counts in the league per season since joining the league. The expectations for him have been miles high, and the delivery has been MID at best. Pearce is a team player, however his individual production has definitely slipped as a result of the locker room turmoil. There are heavy rumors of him leaving Helsinki and being shipped to North America. The Toronto Legion have a valued Chicago first round pick, and it is being said Pearce would welcome the trade to Toronto to play under GM Thomas Laundry. Several phone calls have been made across seas to Toronto, but it has been very hush, hush. The DC Dragons interest level was very high as they are in desperate need of forward depth, however it does not look like GM Eno Rama will be able to pull this deal off, and DC has had to back off. New York has dove into the sweepstakes big time. Although it has been said Pearce does not want to play in NY, GM Jordan Tonn has made the push for Pearce to join Reinhart and prized young Vasile Lamb. Will Pearce play out the rest of the year in Helsinki? Very doubtful with all the winds that have blown our way. The Florida Man: If there is one thing winger Florida Man doesn't like, it is underperforming. Coming off a 35 goal, 86 point rookie season, Florida Man has gotten off to a rough start to his sophomore season like many others. He has attracted potential buyers. We are hearing multiple teams want Florida Man, especially since he is locked up until S85. It has been said that the LA Stars have approached Helsinki about not only just Florida Man, but bundling him and Pearce. This would give LA two bright, young forwards and speed up their rebuild already with just one move. The deal is said to rumor multiple first round picks. LA does not want to part with both of theirs, but Helsinki won't give up it's prized possessions without them. So it appears that deal has hit a standstill. It has also been said that if New York cannot get a trade and sign deal done with Nico Pearce, Florida Man would be their next target as they look to spruce up their forward group. The Florida Man is the likeliest of this trio to stick with the Titans, as GM Frank Funk has made it clear the value will have to be met with Florida Man's contract. With Nezuko, Groves and Remy's contracts coming to an end after this year, it is absolutely possible for a rental deal to be made. Nezuko's value is very high, and he would likely look for a deal with the team he is going to. Groves and Remy would provide great depth for any contender. It could involve a last second deal that teams without firsts could potentially muster. To this point I have not heard anything official about these three players, but we have a high radar for them because of these aspects. Will the Helsinki Titans try to tough it out for a playoff run despite the drama? Or will GM Frank Funk take this time to turn back the clock a little to spring forward later with some personnel changes? Words: 1,004 Weeks Claiming: 5/15, 5/22 Edited May 9, 2022 by Arce jRuutu, Scurvy, Lemorse7 and 5 others 2 1 1 1 3 Link to comment https://vhlforum.com/topic/120776-trade-rumors-swirling-from-helsinki/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
BOOM 8,745 Posted May 9, 2022 Share Posted May 9, 2022 Team in turmoil and I haven't played any part of it. I love it! Arce 1 Link to comment https://vhlforum.com/topic/120776-trade-rumors-swirling-from-helsinki/#findComment-925788 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spartan 4,402 Posted May 9, 2022 Share Posted May 9, 2022 Arce 1 Link to comment https://vhlforum.com/topic/120776-trade-rumors-swirling-from-helsinki/#findComment-925789 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shindigs 1,771 Posted May 9, 2022 Share Posted May 9, 2022 1 hour ago, Arce said: GM Thomas Laundry Isn't it a bit early to claim he's washed? Arce 1 Link to comment https://vhlforum.com/topic/120776-trade-rumors-swirling-from-helsinki/#findComment-925793 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Garsh 1,190 Posted May 9, 2022 Share Posted May 9, 2022 1 hour ago, Arce said: and DC has had to back of. had to back of???? 0/6 tpe can't even basic English good Arce 1 Link to comment https://vhlforum.com/topic/120776-trade-rumors-swirling-from-helsinki/#findComment-925795 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Head Moderator frescoelmo 1,276 Posted May 9, 2022 Head Moderator Share Posted May 9, 2022 weeeeeeeeeee Link to comment https://vhlforum.com/topic/120776-trade-rumors-swirling-from-helsinki/#findComment-925797 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arce 755 Posted May 9, 2022 Author Share Posted May 9, 2022 18 minutes ago, Shindigs said: Isn't it a bit early to claim he's washed? Shindigs 1 Link to comment https://vhlforum.com/topic/120776-trade-rumors-swirling-from-helsinki/#findComment-925800 Share on other sites More sharing options...
jRuutu 2,464 Posted May 9, 2022 Share Posted May 9, 2022 This is all wild speculation and hearsay at best. Link to comment https://vhlforum.com/topic/120776-trade-rumors-swirling-from-helsinki/#findComment-925827 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arce 755 Posted May 9, 2022 Author Share Posted May 9, 2022 4 minutes ago, jRuutu said: This is all wild speculation and hearsay at best. Just reporting what I’m hearing at the mill bro! jRuutu 1 Link to comment https://vhlforum.com/topic/120776-trade-rumors-swirling-from-helsinki/#findComment-925831 Share on other sites More sharing options...
v.2 1,406 Posted May 9, 2022 Share Posted May 9, 2022 BRO WHOS YOUR SOURCE Link to comment https://vhlforum.com/topic/120776-trade-rumors-swirling-from-helsinki/#findComment-925858 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spartan 4,402 Posted May 9, 2022 Share Posted May 9, 2022 13 minutes ago, v.2 said: BRO WHOS YOUR SOURCE source: just trust me bro v.2 1 Link to comment https://vhlforum.com/topic/120776-trade-rumors-swirling-from-helsinki/#findComment-925862 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arce 755 Posted May 9, 2022 Author Share Posted May 9, 2022 If I expose my sources, they won’t be able to provide the inside scoop since people would be onto them. Same as IRL! Link to comment https://vhlforum.com/topic/120776-trade-rumors-swirling-from-helsinki/#findComment-925870 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Garsh 1,190 Posted May 9, 2022 Share Posted May 9, 2022 16 minutes ago, Arce said: If I expose my sources, they won’t be able to provide the inside scoop since people would be onto them. Same as IRL! clearly this means @scoop is the source Arce and rory 2 Link to comment https://vhlforum.com/topic/120776-trade-rumors-swirling-from-helsinki/#findComment-925871 Share on other sites More sharing options...
BOOM 8,745 Posted May 10, 2022 Share Posted May 10, 2022 Arce 1 Link to comment https://vhlforum.com/topic/120776-trade-rumors-swirling-from-helsinki/#findComment-925901 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frank 5,208 Posted May 10, 2022 Share Posted May 10, 2022 Nico Pearce to San Diego for 2 1sts @Spartan @Rayzor_7 Arce 1 Link to comment https://vhlforum.com/topic/120776-trade-rumors-swirling-from-helsinki/#findComment-925912 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arce 755 Posted May 15, 2022 Author Share Posted May 15, 2022 Claim for 5/22. RUMORS STILL SWIRLING Link to comment https://vhlforum.com/topic/120776-trade-rumors-swirling-from-helsinki/#findComment-926432 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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