anyway, i like this article bc of Gionta is the little engine that could and proves that heart and determination along with hard work can pay off. Tho I hated him. that rivalry thing.

We need a second line center desperately next year (show of hands – who wants Zubbie centering the second line? Didn’t think so.)

The problem with Cam Barker is, if he does become an unrestricted free agent because of Chicago’s blunder, everyone knows about it, and either a) everyone’s going to be falling all over each other to get him, or b) Chicago’s going to pay out the nose to retain him. So I honestly don’t think Barker’s a realistic possibility for us.

Of course, if I’m wrong, I’d be fine with that too

Check out this bit from the most recent update of the TSN article following the Chicago deal:

In 2000, the New Jersey Devils forgot to file the paperwork to renew the contracts for Brian Rafalski and John Madden.

While not identical scenarios, the Devils paid the price for a clerical mistake.

I do not remember this at all. Of course, I was graduating high school at the time and not following hockey as closely. Weird, eh?

Whom would you rather sign him our Saku?

Gosh, we’re screwed if Weekes does end up leaving too.

Thank goodness Ilkka has a silly last name, we might be able to work with his Pokemon style.

I’m gonna miss you, Brian Gionta On Blue Steps On The Ice.