GMGM may have literally stole Michael Nylander from under the noses of the Oilers. At least that is what the Edmonton management claims. TSN.ca reports.
If that is true, what changed Nylander's mind. Was McPhee that convincing? Whatever the reason Kevin Lowe is not a happy camper. They complained to the NHL about the Caps signing Nylander after apparently sending Nylander the paperwork. But they never got the papers back signed.
If you want a more detailed look at it, Colbycosh.com goes into details on the Oilers end. Tarik also covered it in the Wash Post.
The whole thing is turning out to be quite the drama, at least in Edmonton. While here in DC the 4th of July and recent bombings overseas seems to be more on the minds of Washingtonians than a signing of a Swede to play hockey at the phone booth.
Why the Oilers are making some noise about this, I have no explaination other than they did everything they could except sign Nylander. There has to be a specific reason why Nylander would get the papers from the Oiler organization and set it down and sign with Washington.
In other free agent moves, Dainius Zubrus is now a NJ Devil. The Capitals did not resign the forward after his trade to Buffalo. Also Jiri Novotny was signed by Columbus after his option was not picked up by the Capitals after the Zubrus trade with the Sabres.
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Tuesday, July 03, 2007
Friday, March 02, 2007
Shot-out
Capitals 4, Lightning 5 OT/SO(0-1)
Scoresheet – Wash Post
Do you remember the ESPN promo for the Stanley Cup Playoffs where Mike Richter was taking shots from the point and he let a puck get by him and hit the clear plexiglass covering the 6’ X 4’ opening of the net? This shootout reminded me of that with Brent Johnson basically letting shots get behind him. But the shot either hit the post, or slipped wide.
Johan Holmqvist and Johnson were spectacular in the shootout, and it came down to one shot off the stick of Nick Tarnasky (never heard of him either). In a 10 round shoot-out, the Caps just couldn’t catch a break. It’s almost not worth this team to pull the goaltender to tie the game late, because they just can’t win in the shoot out. Even Donald Brashear could not get the Caps their second win in the shoot out. The crowd jumped to their feet when they saw the Capitals’ enforcer take the ice.
The biggest save of the game was not made by either Holmqvist or Johnson, but Gord Dwyer (one of the on-ice officials). The Caps had pulled Johnson and the Lightning had the chance to shoot on net when Dwyer, trying to skate out of the way, got in the way denying the empty net goal.
Jiri Novotny started in his first game with the Capitals. He had an assist on a wide open Alex Ovechkin goal. Ovie had a goal and an assist. Shaone Morrisonn is on fire scoring his third goal of the year, but his 2nd goal in five games. That is pretty good considering he hadn’t scored in 43 games before that. The Caps lost Matt Pettinger and Boyd Gordon to undisclosed injuries in the third.
This was a pretty entertaining game. From here on out, all the Caps games will be just that, entertaining. Their chances of making the playoffs seem insurmountable. The Capital can however start dashing the hopes of those who want to make the playoffs. Much like they did against the Thrashers a year ago. And to do that the Caps have to start scoring with more consistency.
Caps will face former friend, now foe, Richard Zednik and the new look Islanders. The Islanders are playing for their playoff lives. It is a perfect opportunity to for the Caps to become spoilers.
Scoresheet – Wash Post
Do you remember the ESPN promo for the Stanley Cup Playoffs where Mike Richter was taking shots from the point and he let a puck get by him and hit the clear plexiglass covering the 6’ X 4’ opening of the net? This shootout reminded me of that with Brent Johnson basically letting shots get behind him. But the shot either hit the post, or slipped wide.
Johan Holmqvist and Johnson were spectacular in the shootout, and it came down to one shot off the stick of Nick Tarnasky (never heard of him either). In a 10 round shoot-out, the Caps just couldn’t catch a break. It’s almost not worth this team to pull the goaltender to tie the game late, because they just can’t win in the shoot out. Even Donald Brashear could not get the Caps their second win in the shoot out. The crowd jumped to their feet when they saw the Capitals’ enforcer take the ice.
The biggest save of the game was not made by either Holmqvist or Johnson, but Gord Dwyer (one of the on-ice officials). The Caps had pulled Johnson and the Lightning had the chance to shoot on net when Dwyer, trying to skate out of the way, got in the way denying the empty net goal.
Jiri Novotny started in his first game with the Capitals. He had an assist on a wide open Alex Ovechkin goal. Ovie had a goal and an assist. Shaone Morrisonn is on fire scoring his third goal of the year, but his 2nd goal in five games. That is pretty good considering he hadn’t scored in 43 games before that. The Caps lost Matt Pettinger and Boyd Gordon to undisclosed injuries in the third.
This was a pretty entertaining game. From here on out, all the Caps games will be just that, entertaining. Their chances of making the playoffs seem insurmountable. The Capital can however start dashing the hopes of those who want to make the playoffs. Much like they did against the Thrashers a year ago. And to do that the Caps have to start scoring with more consistency.
Caps will face former friend, now foe, Richard Zednik and the new look Islanders. The Islanders are playing for their playoff lives. It is a perfect opportunity to for the Caps to become spoilers.
Wednesday, February 28, 2007
Novotny Settles In
Wash Post's Tarik got a good look at the Capitals newest addition, Jiri Novotny. He will be number 13 when he hits the ice against the Lightning Thursday night. Glen Hanlon set him up on a line with Brooks Laich and Thomas Fleischmann.
As lines jumbled with the recent departures and injuries the likely line ups will be:
Line 1: Ovechkin-Beech-Semin
Line 2: Pettinger-Gordon-Bradley
Line 3: Fleischmann-Novotny-Laich
Line 4: Brashear-Sutherby-Clymer
What concerns me the most about Novotny is his dedication. After being traded from a contender to a rebuilding team, will that drive Novotny enough to play well? I guess we will see Thrusday night.
As lines jumbled with the recent departures and injuries the likely line ups will be:
Line 1: Ovechkin-Beech-Semin
Line 2: Pettinger-Gordon-Bradley
Line 3: Fleischmann-Novotny-Laich
Line 4: Brashear-Sutherby-Clymer
What concerns me the most about Novotny is his dedication. After being traded from a contender to a rebuilding team, will that drive Novotny enough to play well? I guess we will see Thrusday night.
Tuesday, February 27, 2007
Caps Drop A Couple Z's
Dainius Zubrus is a Sabre and the Capitals send a defense prospect for rookie forward Jiri Novotny and a first round pick. One of the more quiet trades on trade day the Caps move a few large payrolls off their roster. GMGM just didn’t want to sign Zubie to a five year deal. Novotny is still recovering from a sprained ankle.
Caps also moved Timo Helbling for a frist round pick from the Sabres. Helbling only played two games for the Caps this year. He is considered a top defensive prospect and the Capitals get a first round draft pick in the up coming draft.
Jamie Heward was also moved today to Los Angeles for a fifth round pick. Capitals lose an experienced defenseman for a deep pick. I would have thought the Caps could get more for Heward.
I thought Zubie was going west, but here is a chance for the forward to do very well with a fast and fluid team. For Zubrus this is a good trade, for the Capitals, eh. Novotny is a very good rookie, considered a playmaker, but will not fill the void left by Zubrus.
What the Capitals really wanted was the first round draft pick, and they let Zubie and a defenseman go for it. Novotny was just icing. With a lot of big names being moved today, this one just sort of was a side note. Zubrus should add some consistency to the Sabres’ lineup. Caps also dealt Richard Zednik to the Islanders for a second round pick.
Other Resources:
Capitals Press Release
NHL.com
Japers Rink
Capitals Insider - Wash Post
Caps also moved Timo Helbling for a frist round pick from the Sabres. Helbling only played two games for the Caps this year. He is considered a top defensive prospect and the Capitals get a first round draft pick in the up coming draft.
Jamie Heward was also moved today to Los Angeles for a fifth round pick. Capitals lose an experienced defenseman for a deep pick. I would have thought the Caps could get more for Heward.
I thought Zubie was going west, but here is a chance for the forward to do very well with a fast and fluid team. For Zubrus this is a good trade, for the Capitals, eh. Novotny is a very good rookie, considered a playmaker, but will not fill the void left by Zubrus.
What the Capitals really wanted was the first round draft pick, and they let Zubie and a defenseman go for it. Novotny was just icing. With a lot of big names being moved today, this one just sort of was a side note. Zubrus should add some consistency to the Sabres’ lineup. Caps also dealt Richard Zednik to the Islanders for a second round pick.
Capitals Press Release
NHL.com
Japers Rink
Capitals Insider - Wash Post
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