Atlanta Thrashers At The 2011 NHL Trade Deadline: Rumors, Needs And Expectations
Status: Buyer
While Atlanta insists they’re not actively shopping the former third overall pick, they do have eight capable blueliners and nearly $17 million already committed to four of them next season. Further complicating matters is Bogosian’s RFA status this coming offseason.
Read Article >Carolina Hurricanes At The 2011 NHL Trade Deadline: Rumors, Needs And Expectations
Status: On The Bubble
But Rutherford will probably look to add a complementary player that wouldn’t cost him much to land. He could try and re-acquire Stillman as the playmaking winger the team is lacking, or maybe add a physical defender to bolster the blue line.
Read Article >Florida Panthers At The 2011 NHL Trade Deadline: Rumors, Needs And Expectations
If you have a stick-smashing cat on the front of your sweater, chances are you could be traded. While the Panthers could still make a push for the playoffs, GM Dave Tallon knows how to build a winner (see the Blackhawks) and will likely sell off some assets to move along the rebuild in South Florida.
Status: Seller
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Washington Capitals At The 2011 NHL Trade Deadline: Rumors, Needs And Expectations
The 2010-11 season hasn’t gone as planned for the Caps, who are looking up at the Lightning in the Southeast. But Washington still has the firepower to be a Cup contender once they reach the postseason. But there are some holes that could use filling if the Capitals are finally going to get over the hump and go deep in the playoffs.
Status: Buyer
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