And in New York, they're probably a little more tired of Snow than we are... (I'll get to that later)
You guys probably care more about the David Legwand trade, donchya?
I think this was a panic deal from Mr. Holland. A last second "OH SHIT WE NEED A CENTER" deal due to the Weiss set back, Pavel's knee, and Helm's headaches...
But... We gave up a 3rd(2nd if we make the playoffs,) Patrick Eaves (who's days as a Wing were done) and Calle Jarnkrok, who is actually a good-rated prospect.
The price, compared to other deals done yesterday... was WAY too high, another sign that it's a panic deal, in my mind...
But I like the deal. Legwand is a hometown guy, unrestricted at the end of the year, but a center. So we needed him.
He's not having a bad year thus far either, not a great year, but not a bad year.
I like this deal. It's a player we need, a player who could resign (if Ken wants him and Legwand takes a pay cut.)
What's interesting is Jarnkrok was untouchable a year ago. We refused to include him in a possible Ignlina deal.
Rumor has it, he was very displeased with a lack of a call up this season, and wanted to be at the NHL level next year or he was going to bolt for Swedish Elite League.
If that's the case... I wouldn't want him on the team next year anyways. Attitudes and egos must be checked at the door when you're apart of this organization.
But if he becomes a 40 goal scorer in Nashville (which he won't) then I'll say this is the worst deal ever.
I know the counter argument is WHAT'S THE POINT WE AREN'T CUP CONTENDERS.
If you get in, you're a contender in the NHL that is a fact. We took the champs to 7 games last year, anything can happen now.
Go for the playoffs, roll the dice, get some guys back and let's make a run.
Back to Snow in New York...
Garth Snow blows it AGAIN.
Trades Moulson for Vanek... Vanek refuses extension with Isle (do you blame him?) so he has to trade Vanek.
What does he get?
A scrub prospect and a second round pick.
Brilliant.
Hey Kenny, how come ya didn't make that phone call?
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