15 Prime Cuts: Free Agent Frenzy Thoughts
Angus shares his thoughts on the madness of the free agent market in the NHL.
July 08, 2013
Alexander Sulzer re-signing with the Sabres, as well as their acquisition of Henrik Tallinder (for prospect Riley Boychuk), puts fantasy-worthy players in a tough spot. Jamie McBain, Mark Pysyk, Sulzer and Brayden McNabb are all in a position to be considered for one (or possibly two) key power-play spots. And McNabb, Pysyk and Chad Ruhwedel [...]
July 7th, 2013
* I'm not particularly impressed with the work the Edmonton Oilers did in free-agency. Andrew Ference seems like an overpriced piece, and a bit of a redundant one too for a club that already employs Nick Schultz. That Boyd Gordon price tag is a bit of a laugher, but you know what, so [...]
St. Louis Blues Sign Derek Roy
Fantasy Impact: The St. Louis Blues have signed center Derek Roy to a one-year deal, pending a physical.
Devin Setoguchi traded to Winnipeg
Fantasy Impact: Minnesota traded sniper Devin Setoguchi to a (new) division rival yesterday - the Winnipeg Jets.
T.J. Brennan
Fantasy Impact: The Toronto Maple Leafs have signed defenseman T.J. Brennan to a one-year contract worth $600,000.
New York Rangers Sign Benoit Pouliot
Fantasy Impact: The New York Rangers have signed free agent forward Benoit Pouliot to a one-year deal worth $1.3 million.
Michael Ryder Signs with Devils
Fantasy Impact: The New Jersey Devils have signed winger Michael Ryder to a two-year deal worth $7 million.
Jarome Iginla to Boston (for real this time)
Fantasy Impact: Jarome Iginla is headed to Boston - for real this time. One year and $6 million for another shot at the Cup.
Vancouver signs Brad Richardson and Yannick Weber
Fantasy Impact: The Canucks, right up against the salary cap, have made a few depth signings. Brad Richardson is being brought in for two years (AAV $1.15 million), and defenseman Yannick Weber was signed for one year at $650k.