u/Deranged-Pickle

It seems the Ducks are in a pickle with Cutter stand off? Which one would be the best option for us if possible?

I expect behavior to be bad

I expect most of them won't have a functioning Chromebook or be prepared

I expect a whole new heaping of brain rot and Tik Tok language

I expect there's going to be coverage during my off period because we got rid of the sub service

I expect an absolute shit show

I expect to become the villain and use the Brain Rot and Tik Tok language against them.

I expect to channel my inner Dr. Cox and Peter Gibbons at the same time

So to quote Principal Skinner,

PROVE ME WRONG KIDS! Prove me wrong

I wouldn't say I've been missing it Bob

My district starts September 1st. It'll be my fourth year. In my state, you need four years and a day to get tenure (it was 3 years, but a fat piece of shit governor changed it).

Tenure is something I had dreamed about. To me it was a sense of accomplishment and immortality. I had bounced around districts mostly because of budget cut issues and nepotism. I'm not one of those lazy teachers. I just want security.

Now that I am almost have it, I'm having second thoughts about this field. It's not the work. It's not admin because my admin are always busy and don't micromanage. It's that for the past two years, the kids have been absolute shit.

The previous two years, the incoming sixth graders have been horrible. One group I deemed "criminals and crazies" because of the amount of drama and disciplinary issues were involved. The second batch I called "immature assholes" because they were so lazy. You pretty much had to taser them to do work. They would also ask highly inappropriate questions and say crazy shit. Even my principal last year told us in a meeting that this was the worse year ever because of the kids. He even made us a Google Slide show of specialty cocktails he created because of this year at the last staff meeting.

My pay is not an issue. This year I'll be making over 78000, but with the paid after school bus duty, it'll be about 81,000. My tenure year, I'll be at over 82,000.

I don't know if it's because I had a peaceful summer or that I don't want to go back and deal with bullshit I didn't sign up for. I am not here be a parent. I am here to instruct and create critical thinkers.

I feel like I want out. I keep looking at degrees for HR onboarding certs because companies have corporate training, HR programs, and L and D areas where I feel I could be utilized. Most of these programs take two years to acquire certification. Which is fine because by then I will be vested in the pension system. If I'm vested, I think I can leave the field without losing my pension.

Does anybody else feel like this? Like they want to leave because they have had it with Brain Rot, Tik Tok Language , and bad behavior brought on by a generation of horrible parenting?

I too would like 1.4 mill every July 1st and may we make some smart signings

What’s likely still available for a finishing power winger: Based on what went in Round 1, Roobroeck, Novotny, Hemming, Dagenais, and Klepov all appear to still be on the board. For the Devils’ specific need — a finisher who can throw the body — the best fits would be:

**• Ryan Roobroeck** (pick 35) — 99 goals in 176 games over three years, with scoring comparables of Corey Perry, Jeff Carter, and Jason Robertson. The concern is work ethic and compete level, but the upside is enormous.
**• Adam Novotny** (pick 44 range) — projects as a high-impact top-six power forward in the 40-50 point range, with a rugged, heavy-playing style and a solid shot release.
**• Oscar Hemming** — has Lawson Crouse-type potential as a big complementary power winger who dominates along the boards and on the cycle.

Given the Devils need play-driving forwards around Hughes and Hischier, Roobroeck at 35 would be the swing-for-the-fences pick, while Novotny at 44 is the safer, more complete option. It’s shaping up to be a really interesting morning for Jersey fans.

Power Forwards

Ethan Belchetz (6’5”, 228 lbs, OHL - Windsor) is the headliner here. Every NHL team has interest in his profile — he makes accurate passes from the defensive zone, give-and-goes in transition and cross-slot feeds, and when engaged, he crushes players along the boards and wins positioning at the net front. If he plays at his best consistently, there’s top-line power forward upside — think Valeri Nichushkin or James van Riemsdyk. He was actually drafted — Utah moved up two spots to get him, as they were coveting a power forward and couldn’t believe he was available that late.

Oscar Hemming (Boston College commit) dominates low play, creates off the cycle and makes plays using puck skill. He draws comparisons to Lawson Crouse at the same age and is likely better suited as a complementary power winger, with his skating and pace of play determining how high in the lineup he can contribute.

Adam Novotny (6’1”, OHL - Peterborough) is a bit of both. A rugged, heavy-playing forward with a solid shot release who projects as a high-impact, top-six power forward at the NHL level in the 40-50 point range. He plays through contact well, establishes body position, wins puck battles and is defensively reliable — the model projects a middle-six complementary winger with high confidence.

Playmakers

Ryan Roobroeck (6’4”, 216 lbs) is a fascinating boom-or-bust guy. He’s scored 99 goals in 176 regular-season games over three years, and you don’t find many forwards who can command a play like he can at his absolute best. His scoring comparables are Corey Perry, Jeff Carter, and Jason Robertson. The catch: concerns about his pace of play, compete level and inconsistent engagement have seen him tumble down the rankings. He needs to move his feet instead of defaulting to gliding and standing still — if he puts it together, there’s real Jason Robertson-type potential.

Nikita Klepov (OHL) is one of the most creative puck handlers in the OHL with a snappy shot that can beat most goalies, and is one of the most aggressive players in the offensive zone.

addox Dagenais (Windsor, OHL) has a high-end shot and projects as a secondary scoring weapon in the middle six with power forward potential — he brings physicality, competitiveness and scoring.

Bottom line: Belchetz was the most coveted winger in this range, but Roobroeck is the high-ceiling gamble with big-time upside if a team can unlock his motor.

So Florida is in the market for a goalie. There are rumblings that Bob wants a Marchand like contract. After this Brady trade, the panthers don't have that much space left. Here is one scenario that could work:

Marky (with 3 mill retained per year)

For

E-Rod (and maybe Boqivst)

That would free us from Marky and give another guy that can play center and wing with playoff experience.

If so, where in Morristown?

Yes, I know he's 29. However, he put 29 goals after he was traded from Toronto to Seattle. He's 6'2, can play wing and center.

Since he's 29, you may be able to sign for just under 5 mill. He could be that power forward to put on the third line or add to a line with Timo and Nico.

So Florida has little to no cap space. He's a RW. He can be that number 2 or 3 RW depending on who you put him next to. Probably has a connection to Sunny. Thoughts?

He's only 5'11....I think that's the only knock on him

Buffalo is in an interesting spot. They have a lot of RFAs and UFA's. Would he fit opposite Nico and Timo?

I started a petition because I think it's time we had a real conversation about federal tax fairness.

For decades, some states pay way more into the federal system than they get back—while others consistently pull out billions more than they contribute. We're talking about permanent wealth transfer between states, not temporary aid for emergencies.

If you live in a high-tax state, you probably already feel it: housing is expensive, property taxes are crushing, infrastructure needs work, schools need funding. But billions leave your state every year to fund long-term subsidies elsewhere. That's not about helping neighbors during a crisis—that's a system that stopped making sense.

Every state has the same tools now. Modern technology, transportation networks, federal programs, education access. Why should some states be permanently dependent on redistribution from others? And why don't taxpayers get transparency about where their money actually goes?

I'm asking for: a real accounting of contributions vs. spending by state, reforms to funding formulas that reward permanent dependence, and a modern review of whether this system still makes sense in 2024.

Does this frustrate you too? What would actually feel fair to you? If this resonates, consider signing and sharing.

6'8 and likes to steam roll people.

Get 3 more wins and avenge that 2006 Eastern Conference Finals. Reverse Uno the Canes.

Sincerely,

A Devils fan who cannot stand the Canes