I dont know if i can recall an nhl season, where so many fairly influencial trades have taken place before the deadline day, which is a week from today. Today the trades just kept on comin, with dallas sending forward James Neal and defenceman Matt Niskanen to the Pittsburgh Penguins for defenceman Alex Goligoski.
It looks like the pens trying to fill the hole of some injuries, especially to crosby and malkin.
Unlike other years in the past, there is no certain player that is making headlines at this deadline. Earlier in the year, it was thought that maybe Iginla was on the block, but since the flames have really turned it around, and in a playoff position, thats off the table now.
The av's continue to be an interesting team, after trading stewart away, and anderson, it sound like they may not be done, with stastny and liles apparently on the block. What team wouldnt like to add either of those players to try and make a run at the cup this year.
The canucks, are in a great position, first overal in the nhl standings, but have had many injuries to the defence core. It'll be interesting to see if the nucks try and add a d man, maybe liles? although avs prob dont trade within division. Canucks d men will be back for playoffs, so its a good chance, they stand pat, and tread water until healthy. I dont think they have anything to give up, other than draft picks, to try and pick up a solid defencemen, anyway.
There's goin to be deals done on the deadline, but it may be a slow day, compared to what we've seen in the past. Although i may be completley out in left field, and it could be a very busy day, which is what all of us are probably hoping
Whatever happens, it should be lots of fun
chat with you later
keep your eye on the ball
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