Marian Hossa has left Georgia. He didn't leave the East, though. He has been traded to the Pittsburgh Penguins.
The complete deal looks like this:
To Atlanta:
F Angelo Esposito, F Colby Armstrong, F Eric Christensen + 1 round draft pick
To Pittsburgh:
F Marian Hossa & F Pascal Dupuis
Sure, this deal might take the Penguins to the playoffs. But it looks like this might be a "rental". Marian Hossa will become an Unrestricted Free Agent this summer and could just walk out on the Pens if he wants to. On the other hand, a line looking like this is hard to say no to:
Hossa - Malkin - Crosby
But if Hossa walks out in the summer, this deal has put the Penguins back alot. But for now, the Pens fans got to be celebrating.
For more info, go to www.nhl.com
2/26/2008
The Deadline Magic
Ok. Where to begin?
Brad Richards and Johan Holmqvist and the 2009 4th-Round Draft Pick to Dallas Stars. In exchange, Tampa get Jeff Halpern, Mike Smith & the amazing Finn, Jussi Jokinen.
That is one huge trade. The Bolts is active. They also sent Vaclav Prospal to Philadelphia in exchange for Alexandre Picard and a Conditional draft pick.
As stated yesterday, Colorado signed Peter Forsberg. Today, another Avalanche hero returns. Adam Foote has left the Blue Jackets for Denver (in exchange for a Conditional Draft Pick). Ruslan Salei has also packed his bags and is on his way to Denver. Karlis Skrastins is moving in the opposite direction.
The Canadiens let Cristobal Huet go to the Caps in exchange for their 2009 2nd-Round Draft Pick. Huets contract was running out and rumour has it that the Canadiens didn't want to re-sign him. The Caps has also aquired Sergei Fedorov from Columbus (in exchange for Ted Roth) and Matt Cooke from Vancouver (in exchange for British Columbia-born Matt Pettinger).
Buffalo Sabres defender Brian Campbell heads to Sharks in exchange for forward Steve Bernier. An emotional move for the former Sabres defender who really wanted to stay. At the same time he came to the conclusion that that's life and now he was a bit exited about playing for the Sharks.
With just about 15 mins left, Marian Hossa is still the biggest question mark. And will the Canadiens go for a goalkeeper or will youngster Price be their first choice for the remainder of the season?
More info later on, or tomorrow.
Brad Richards and Johan Holmqvist and the 2009 4th-Round Draft Pick to Dallas Stars. In exchange, Tampa get Jeff Halpern, Mike Smith & the amazing Finn, Jussi Jokinen.
That is one huge trade. The Bolts is active. They also sent Vaclav Prospal to Philadelphia in exchange for Alexandre Picard and a Conditional draft pick.
As stated yesterday, Colorado signed Peter Forsberg. Today, another Avalanche hero returns. Adam Foote has left the Blue Jackets for Denver (in exchange for a Conditional Draft Pick). Ruslan Salei has also packed his bags and is on his way to Denver. Karlis Skrastins is moving in the opposite direction.
The Canadiens let Cristobal Huet go to the Caps in exchange for their 2009 2nd-Round Draft Pick. Huets contract was running out and rumour has it that the Canadiens didn't want to re-sign him. The Caps has also aquired Sergei Fedorov from Columbus (in exchange for Ted Roth) and Matt Cooke from Vancouver (in exchange for British Columbia-born Matt Pettinger).
Buffalo Sabres defender Brian Campbell heads to Sharks in exchange for forward Steve Bernier. An emotional move for the former Sabres defender who really wanted to stay. At the same time he came to the conclusion that that's life and now he was a bit exited about playing for the Sharks.
With just about 15 mins left, Marian Hossa is still the biggest question mark. And will the Canadiens go for a goalkeeper or will youngster Price be their first choice for the remainder of the season?
More info later on, or tomorrow.
2/25/2008
Peter Forsberg
Well, I thought he'd end up on Manhattan. Mostly because whenever he'd been playing there as a visitor, he always stayed another day or two if possible. He has said that he likes the city very much, and that is usually enough for a player to go to a club.
Of course, the Avalanche was always there, in the background. Many people thought he'd go there. I was not one of them. But I'm glad I was wrong. Peter Forsberg is back in Denver. #21 is home. If he will avoid any injuries during the remainder of the season is a question worth asking. But, I have faith in Forsberg. Congratulations all of you out there, supporting the Avalanche. And, congratulations NHL! One truly great player is back.
I'd like to see the first game in Denver when Mr. 21 enters the ice. It might reach levels of appreciation never to be seen again.
I think this will be a nice end of a truly amazing career. There was never a doubt about where Forsberg wanted to play. Everything stated in media was rumours and loads of BS.
Tomorrow is the deadline. Any more surprises? I'm curious. Are you?
Of course, the Avalanche was always there, in the background. Many people thought he'd go there. I was not one of them. But I'm glad I was wrong. Peter Forsberg is back in Denver. #21 is home. If he will avoid any injuries during the remainder of the season is a question worth asking. But, I have faith in Forsberg. Congratulations all of you out there, supporting the Avalanche. And, congratulations NHL! One truly great player is back.
I'd like to see the first game in Denver when Mr. 21 enters the ice. It might reach levels of appreciation never to be seen again.
I think this will be a nice end of a truly amazing career. There was never a doubt about where Forsberg wanted to play. Everything stated in media was rumours and loads of BS.
Tomorrow is the deadline. Any more surprises? I'm curious. Are you?
In a time where money and success....
...rules, it is nice to see that some players remain loyal to their clubs even when the opportunity for a quick personal success arises.
Mats Sundin is staying with the Maple Leafs - at least for the remainder of the season. When absolutely everybody, myself included, was speaking about a trade, Mats Sundin officially stated that he's staying put. No Red Wings, no Sharks - just Maple Leafs. That is loyalty!
Mats Sundin is truly a great player and a great person. He's already made himself immortal in Toronto. If he decides to play next season as well, he might experience the beginning of a new era. Toronto will build something new and younger. Fellow Swede, Anton Stralman, will for sure be a vital part of the new Maple Leafs team. This season might not be over yet, but the Maple Leafs management are looking to 2008-09.
The Rangers demolished the Panthers, winning 5-0 in MSG. Henrik Lundqvist had a calm night, completing his 24th shutout in his NHL career. This is the second best, when it comes to Swedish goalkeepers in the National Hockey League. Tommy Salo is the no.1 Swede with 37 shutouts.
The constantly hated Marek Malik scored twice (his first two of the season), still being booed for his performance by the Garden Faithful.
"The Finnish Flash", Teemu Selänne, scored a hat-trick when the Ducks beat the Blackhawks, 6-3. This was goal no. 5,6 and 7 since his late comeback. Selänne has given the Ducks a boost and this might be enough for the former Disney-owned California team to mount a serious challenge for the Cup. I'd been hoping all season for the amazing Selänne to return and it was a happy surprise when he did.
No news on the trading front. Philadelphia Flyers has been a bit active during the last week. On Feb. 20 they shipped Jim Vandermeer (D) to Calgary Flames for their 2009 3rd-Round Draft Pick. And on the day before, they let their own 2008 3rd-Round Draft Pick go to the Kings in exchange for Jaroslav Modry (D). So, basically, they went +/- 0, if you ask me. Tomorrow is the last day before the deadline. It might not be that many big-names moving, as I have expected.
Mats Sundin is staying with the Maple Leafs - at least for the remainder of the season. When absolutely everybody, myself included, was speaking about a trade, Mats Sundin officially stated that he's staying put. No Red Wings, no Sharks - just Maple Leafs. That is loyalty!
Mats Sundin is truly a great player and a great person. He's already made himself immortal in Toronto. If he decides to play next season as well, he might experience the beginning of a new era. Toronto will build something new and younger. Fellow Swede, Anton Stralman, will for sure be a vital part of the new Maple Leafs team. This season might not be over yet, but the Maple Leafs management are looking to 2008-09.
The Rangers demolished the Panthers, winning 5-0 in MSG. Henrik Lundqvist had a calm night, completing his 24th shutout in his NHL career. This is the second best, when it comes to Swedish goalkeepers in the National Hockey League. Tommy Salo is the no.1 Swede with 37 shutouts.
The constantly hated Marek Malik scored twice (his first two of the season), still being booed for his performance by the Garden Faithful.
"The Finnish Flash", Teemu Selänne, scored a hat-trick when the Ducks beat the Blackhawks, 6-3. This was goal no. 5,6 and 7 since his late comeback. Selänne has given the Ducks a boost and this might be enough for the former Disney-owned California team to mount a serious challenge for the Cup. I'd been hoping all season for the amazing Selänne to return and it was a happy surprise when he did.
No news on the trading front. Philadelphia Flyers has been a bit active during the last week. On Feb. 20 they shipped Jim Vandermeer (D) to Calgary Flames for their 2009 3rd-Round Draft Pick. And on the day before, they let their own 2008 3rd-Round Draft Pick go to the Kings in exchange for Jaroslav Modry (D). So, basically, they went +/- 0, if you ask me. Tomorrow is the last day before the deadline. It might not be that many big-names moving, as I have expected.
2/23/2008
Mats Sundin
It looks like Mats is moving.
Several sources (American, Canadian and Swedish) are sure of the fact. Mats Sundin will leave the Maple Leafs before the deadline. Not a big surprise. His contract is running out after this season and he hasn't won the Cup yet. He's getting old and this might be his last chance of winning.
It will be almost impossible for him to move within Canada, except if he moves to Vancouver. But that is not likely to happen. For me there are two major competitors for Mats Sundin. One is Detroit Red Wings and the other is San José Sharks. I don't know what Detroit would like to offer in exchange for the SuperSwede, but rumour has it that the many Swedes already playing for the Red Wings has done a bit of lobbying to get Sundin to Hockeytown.
San José has a few players to offer, amongst them Patrick Marleau. He is of interest for the Maple Leafs, a team going for the big re-build for the upcoming years.
As I've stated so many times before: We'll see what happens. I'm saying Detroit.
Several sources (American, Canadian and Swedish) are sure of the fact. Mats Sundin will leave the Maple Leafs before the deadline. Not a big surprise. His contract is running out after this season and he hasn't won the Cup yet. He's getting old and this might be his last chance of winning.
It will be almost impossible for him to move within Canada, except if he moves to Vancouver. But that is not likely to happen. For me there are two major competitors for Mats Sundin. One is Detroit Red Wings and the other is San José Sharks. I don't know what Detroit would like to offer in exchange for the SuperSwede, but rumour has it that the many Swedes already playing for the Red Wings has done a bit of lobbying to get Sundin to Hockeytown.
San José has a few players to offer, amongst them Patrick Marleau. He is of interest for the Maple Leafs, a team going for the big re-build for the upcoming years.
As I've stated so many times before: We'll see what happens. I'm saying Detroit.
2/20/2008
Jaromir Jagr
According to nhl.com, Jaromir Jagr doesn't care much for the rumours about him being traded before the deadline on February 26th. The Czech has the opportunity for a one-year extension of his contract with the Blueshirts but it only kicks in if he reaches 84 points and if the Rangers wins at least one round of play-off. Having scored 49 points in 61 games, this looks nearly impossible to come true. In that case, Jaromir Jagr will become a Free Agent this summer.
However, the way he played this weekend showed that he really doesn't care. He's giving 100% in every shift and works really hard.
I've stated before, that I think Jagr will move before the deadline. Although, if he would stay with the Rangers for the remainder of the season, he would still be a great weapon for the Manhattan team in their hunt for a spot in the play-offs. He's creating chances and opportunities for both himself and his line-mates, Sean Avery (two goals against Sabres) and Brandon Dubinsky (two goals against Sharks). And if he stays and helps the Rangers to that play-off spot, he might still be offered the extension. Who knows?
His points per season has dropped, yes. But Jaromir Jagr is not finished. Yet.
Where he finishes this season, is still a mystery.
However, the way he played this weekend showed that he really doesn't care. He's giving 100% in every shift and works really hard.
I've stated before, that I think Jagr will move before the deadline. Although, if he would stay with the Rangers for the remainder of the season, he would still be a great weapon for the Manhattan team in their hunt for a spot in the play-offs. He's creating chances and opportunities for both himself and his line-mates, Sean Avery (two goals against Sabres) and Brandon Dubinsky (two goals against Sharks). And if he stays and helps the Rangers to that play-off spot, he might still be offered the extension. Who knows?
His points per season has dropped, yes. But Jaromir Jagr is not finished. Yet.
Where he finishes this season, is still a mystery.
2/19/2008
I am a New Yorker!
Hi there!
New York City. That should actually sum it up. But for those of you who hasn't been to NYC, here are a few lines dedicated to this lovely city.
No matter where you are in NYC or what your purpose of your visit is, you will always find something that suits you for the moment. Apart from visiting the main attractions, such as the Empire State Building, The Statue of Liberty and Central Park, one can just walk around and soak the atmosphere. I love it. I can't get enough of it.
How was it, hockeywise?
Amazing. I've seen many matches on TV and thought I had a decent understanding of the speed of the game over there. But, I was wrong. So very wrong. It's faster and more intense. There is never a dull moment. Never.
One major difference between the NHL and the Swedish Elite Series is the forecheking. When you loose the puck in the NHL, you stay in zone and forecheck or you try to close the opponent down. In Sweden, you fall back. Also, there are barely any hookings, icings (thank God for touch icing!) or other interruptions.
The first match I saw was Rangers vs. Sabres in MSG. The atmosphere inside cannot be described in words. Pure magic. The fact that the Rangers really came out and gave 110% right from the start (Avery scored after 10 secs, setting a new MSG record!) was hardly a downpart in the matter. There wasn't really a match. Rangers were up by 4-0 at the end of the first and that was pretty much it. They ended up, as you all know, 5-1 winners. It could, and perhaps should have been one or two more goals. Avery scored twice and had his chances for a trick.
The next day, there were some visitors from the West. The Sharks came to town. The best road team in the league. Could they upset the Rangers after that showdown on the day before? Well, they tried. The Sharks took the lead in the middle of the first period. But the Rangers bounced back, and eventually won 3-1. Dubinsky scored twice for the Rangers.
Henrik Lundqvist guarded the net on both occations. He couldn't do much on the Sharks goal, but he should have taken the one in the Buffalo game. Apart from that, Lundqvist was amazing.
No deals to report, but as we move towards the deadline. rumours are mounting everywhere. One thing has been confirmed though: Peter Forsberg will not play in the NHL this season. Well, there goes my tip for him being a Blueshirt for the remainder of the 2007-08 season. But some things will happen. Now we'll just wait and see.
New York City. That should actually sum it up. But for those of you who hasn't been to NYC, here are a few lines dedicated to this lovely city.
No matter where you are in NYC or what your purpose of your visit is, you will always find something that suits you for the moment. Apart from visiting the main attractions, such as the Empire State Building, The Statue of Liberty and Central Park, one can just walk around and soak the atmosphere. I love it. I can't get enough of it.
How was it, hockeywise?
Amazing. I've seen many matches on TV and thought I had a decent understanding of the speed of the game over there. But, I was wrong. So very wrong. It's faster and more intense. There is never a dull moment. Never.
One major difference between the NHL and the Swedish Elite Series is the forecheking. When you loose the puck in the NHL, you stay in zone and forecheck or you try to close the opponent down. In Sweden, you fall back. Also, there are barely any hookings, icings (thank God for touch icing!) or other interruptions.
The first match I saw was Rangers vs. Sabres in MSG. The atmosphere inside cannot be described in words. Pure magic. The fact that the Rangers really came out and gave 110% right from the start (Avery scored after 10 secs, setting a new MSG record!) was hardly a downpart in the matter. There wasn't really a match. Rangers were up by 4-0 at the end of the first and that was pretty much it. They ended up, as you all know, 5-1 winners. It could, and perhaps should have been one or two more goals. Avery scored twice and had his chances for a trick.
The next day, there were some visitors from the West. The Sharks came to town. The best road team in the league. Could they upset the Rangers after that showdown on the day before? Well, they tried. The Sharks took the lead in the middle of the first period. But the Rangers bounced back, and eventually won 3-1. Dubinsky scored twice for the Rangers.
Henrik Lundqvist guarded the net on both occations. He couldn't do much on the Sharks goal, but he should have taken the one in the Buffalo game. Apart from that, Lundqvist was amazing.
No deals to report, but as we move towards the deadline. rumours are mounting everywhere. One thing has been confirmed though: Peter Forsberg will not play in the NHL this season. Well, there goes my tip for him being a Blueshirt for the remainder of the 2007-08 season. But some things will happen. Now we'll just wait and see.
2/14/2008
I'm off
Well, now you may think that yesterday was a bad day for me to start my sports blog. In fact, it's the other way around. I'm going to NYC now. On Tuesday, I will be back with loads of information, reflections and perhaps a cool detail or two. Yes, it's all about ice hockey right now.
Sharks vs. Rangers
Sabres vs. Rangers
Madison Square Garden, here I come.
Oh! One more thing. Today, it is exactly 12 days until the trade deadline. No nasty trade has been made. Except for the one brought up yesterday.
However, Henrik Lundqvist of the Rangers recently signed a new contract, keeping him on Manhattan for at least five more seasons. It's a deal perfectly suited for both team and player.
Lundqvist is one of the best keepers in the League and this way, the Rangers has a solid ground to build something exciting on.
Peter Forsberg may be old, but I wouldn't be surprised if we saw him on Manhattan this season. And if the Rangers doesn't succeed in luring him there, then there's one major player waiting for a solution down in Georgia........
PERHAPS I might update this blog whilst being in NYC. But do not count on it. I'm going iPod hunting!
Have a great weekend, all!
Sharks vs. Rangers
Sabres vs. Rangers
Madison Square Garden, here I come.
Oh! One more thing. Today, it is exactly 12 days until the trade deadline. No nasty trade has been made. Except for the one brought up yesterday.
However, Henrik Lundqvist of the Rangers recently signed a new contract, keeping him on Manhattan for at least five more seasons. It's a deal perfectly suited for both team and player.
Lundqvist is one of the best keepers in the League and this way, the Rangers has a solid ground to build something exciting on.
Peter Forsberg may be old, but I wouldn't be surprised if we saw him on Manhattan this season. And if the Rangers doesn't succeed in luring him there, then there's one major player waiting for a solution down in Georgia........
PERHAPS I might update this blog whilst being in NYC. But do not count on it. I'm going iPod hunting!
Have a great weekend, all!
2/13/2008
Late news + other news
It came as a bit of a surprise to me, but Corey Stillman is now a Senator. I know, I'm late here but I have been away from the computer since this morning. And as I looked at the news on different websites, I realised the deal went through during the night (here in Sweden). So apparently, I missed it this morning. So, I'm not off to a great start here. Things are going to pick up, that's a promise!
So, what's happening this weekend?
Manchester United are playing Arsenal in the FA Cup. A victory is needed to restore some of the pride lost in the derby against Manchster City last Sunday. It will be a tough one for sure.
Yours truly won't be around to watch it. I'm flying across the pond to New York City. It is a short hockey trip for me, I'm going to be there and see the Rangers play the Sabres and the Sharks. It will, for sure, be a different experience. I'm used to the big rinks and the Swedish Elit Series. Of course, I've seen the NHL on TV but this is something extraordinary. Then I'm off back home to Sweden on Monday. On Thursday I'm back on the stands in the Swedish Elite Series, watching Linkopings HC play FBK Karlstad away.
A lot of ice hockey here right now, but there will be football as well.
There won't be any postings here during my stay in NYC. A summary will be online during the upcoming Tuesday or Wednesday. I might write some here tomorrow before my departure.
So, what's happening this weekend?
Manchester United are playing Arsenal in the FA Cup. A victory is needed to restore some of the pride lost in the derby against Manchster City last Sunday. It will be a tough one for sure.
Yours truly won't be around to watch it. I'm flying across the pond to New York City. It is a short hockey trip for me, I'm going to be there and see the Rangers play the Sabres and the Sharks. It will, for sure, be a different experience. I'm used to the big rinks and the Swedish Elit Series. Of course, I've seen the NHL on TV but this is something extraordinary. Then I'm off back home to Sweden on Monday. On Thursday I'm back on the stands in the Swedish Elite Series, watching Linkopings HC play FBK Karlstad away.
A lot of ice hockey here right now, but there will be football as well.
There won't be any postings here during my stay in NYC. A summary will be online during the upcoming Tuesday or Wednesday. I might write some here tomorrow before my departure.
The royal opening
We're off!
Given the fact that this is the first time for me, writing a blog, there might be a few changes later on. At first, this will be a bilingual blog. Most entries will be written in English but there might be some Swedish involved in some of the entries. We'll see where this will end up.
The title of the blog doesn't really keep much to the imagination. So, here I will post my views on ice hockey, football (soccer) and a few other sports. Sometimes, there might be something about the NBA and the NFL. But most of this will be about ice hockey and football.
The trade deadline in the NHL is coming up. We might see some big name moves. Ray Emery of the Ottawa Senators might leave the Canadian capital. Rumour has it that he has become some sort of a cancer in the Senators locker room. He has anger managment issues and that speaks for a move, looking at it as a Senator manager. Looking at it with another pair of eyes, I wonder if there is an organisation, willing to pursue a keeper like that. The Thrashers' Marian Hossa is becoming an Unrestricted Free Agent and things might happen in Georgia. If he is leaving, I think he might end up either up the east coast and on Manhattan (perhaps in exchange for Jaromir Jagr?) or he might end up going Wild? Pairing him up with his Slovakia fellow Marian Gaborik would make the Wild fans go nuts, for sure.
I will write some more later. Now it is time for lunch
Given the fact that this is the first time for me, writing a blog, there might be a few changes later on. At first, this will be a bilingual blog. Most entries will be written in English but there might be some Swedish involved in some of the entries. We'll see where this will end up.
The title of the blog doesn't really keep much to the imagination. So, here I will post my views on ice hockey, football (soccer) and a few other sports. Sometimes, there might be something about the NBA and the NFL. But most of this will be about ice hockey and football.
The trade deadline in the NHL is coming up. We might see some big name moves. Ray Emery of the Ottawa Senators might leave the Canadian capital. Rumour has it that he has become some sort of a cancer in the Senators locker room. He has anger managment issues and that speaks for a move, looking at it as a Senator manager. Looking at it with another pair of eyes, I wonder if there is an organisation, willing to pursue a keeper like that. The Thrashers' Marian Hossa is becoming an Unrestricted Free Agent and things might happen in Georgia. If he is leaving, I think he might end up either up the east coast and on Manhattan (perhaps in exchange for Jaromir Jagr?) or he might end up going Wild? Pairing him up with his Slovakia fellow Marian Gaborik would make the Wild fans go nuts, for sure.
I will write some more later. Now it is time for lunch
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