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Harri #19

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Posted Sunday July 05, 2009, About: Kings trade doesn't shock Smyth

A 2nd line consisting of: Frolov - Stoll / Schenn - Willliams is not bad either.

Posted Sunday June 14, 2009, About: Who's on Heatley's trade list?

Agreed. Heatley is at prime age and is reasonably priced, assuming he'll be at least 40g-40a player for several years. Replace 2nd round pick with a 1st rounder and I say the deal is fair (even though this year's draft abounds in very good prospects)

Posted Saturday June 13, 2009, About: Ducks, Kings deny Pronger trade

Jack Johnson and Alexander Frolov to the Sens for Heatley

Posted Saturday May 23, 2009, About: Four teams in running for Gustavsson

Malkin was once labelled as the best player not playing in the NHL and that didn't make him only 601st best player in the world.

Posted Sunday May 03, 2009, About: Wang regrets buying Islanders

Now that the Islanders have signed Okposo, Streit and have a shot at landing Tavares, the future might be bright for them sooner then one could expect. Such a confession by their owner at this very moment is a completely classless act and disrescpectful to their fans

Posted Sunday May 03, 2009, About: Saku Koivu to Wild?

Marginal? He played through some injuries this year and still managed 50 points in 65 games. With that kind of production he would have been second only to his brother had he played for Minny this year.

Posted Sunday November 30, 2008, About: Stars consider benching Turco

I may be wrong, have seen very few of these guys' games but I think injuries to Zubov, Lehtinen and now Morrow along with Miettinen and Barnes leaving the team devastated this team's defense. Now the only guys who are reliable in their own end are: Robidas and Sydor (though he doesn't log tons of ice time). Isn't it the case?

Posted Friday September 26, 2008, About: Lemieux attempting comeback

here's a listing of most hated players in modern history:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-lwYRCXuQGM

Barnaby, Hunter, Marchment among players not called before. Maybe Bertuzzi should be included too?

Posted Friday September 26, 2008, About: Kings stand firm on O'Sullivan

cmh_phx, I wouldn't go that far in my judgement, he took a big step forward last year. Nevertheless 2.5-3.5 mln a year for 3 years wouldn't ruin a 23-year old guy who is only poised to become a regular contributor.

Posted Friday September 26, 2008, About: Why Yzerman won't be Leafs GM

congratulations, toronto sun, this is the most ridiculous joke I've ever heard.

Posted Sunday September 14, 2008, About: Wild must sign or trade Gaborik

No way Pens could afford him until salary cap skyrockets again next year. Assuming Gabby gets a contract somewhere close to $8.5 million / year, the top 5 of Crosby, Malkin, Gabby, Fleury and Gonchar would eat $36million, which leaves virtually no room for other guys...

Posted Sunday September 14, 2008, About: Why Blackhawks traded Lang

The Hawks have a plethora of talents, yet pay almost 13 million to a pair who play a combined 30 games per season. They may be lethal next year when Khabibulin and Havlat go to free agency.

Posted Saturday September 13, 2008, About: Red Wings deny Yzerman return

Every rumor about Stevie Y is enjoyable. Even such ridiculous one.

Maybe some of you haven't seen this story and it's quite moving and also Yzerman-related:

http://thehockeynews.com/articles/17795-Jim-Boones-Blog-Steve-Yzerman-a-Hall- of-Famer-for-the-fans.html

Posted Sunday September 07, 2008, About: Maple Leafs-Sundin talks fizzle

*at least

Posted Sunday September 07, 2008, About: Maple Leafs-Sundin talks fizzle

They could at leat alter Sundin photo.

Posted Friday September 05, 2008, About: Flyers expect Gagne to return

As a fan of both Briere and Gagne I hope he'll be 100% healthy again. This duo could outpace so many enemy lines. If Gagne fully recovers, look for Briere to surpass 90-point barrier again.

Posted Thursday September 04, 2008, About: Why Selanne must delay decision

unsigned 3-S line:
Shanahan - Sundin - Selanne

Devastating force... a decade ago. Still hope to see them all play in the forthcoming season.

With whom will Selanne play in the same line? With Getzlaf and Kunitz or with Morrison and a 'to-be-announced' guy? Any insider news?

Posted Thursday September 04, 2008, About: Sundin: Start season without me

The problem is some teams were actually holding their breathe waiting for his decision. But it is their problem, not his. Organizations should have never relied on a guy who whenever asked this question always stated clearly that he was still undecided.
If he feels he's ready for another year, he should be prepared to cash in less than he would if signed in the offseason. A potential employer has to be aware that Sundin's production might drop due to his inability to make up his mind. Plain and simple.

Posted Sunday August 31, 2008, About: Panthers want to keep Bouwmeester

bostongm, good point. Parrish could help them out, even though he's just a drop in the bucket. The Leafs need at lesat 7-8 nhl-ready forwards...

Posted Sunday August 31, 2008, About: Shanahan looking to Ducks

He's still good for 20g, 20a in 60 games. Could help some team.

Posted Sunday August 31, 2008, About: Panthers want to keep Bouwmeester

torque1, how about Jeff Finger? ;)