They are talking about it on a few sites, not sure if its official or not. I guess we’ll see. Lets just consider this a rumor for the moment.
Sather has scheduled a press conference for 4:30 which is probably what that is for.
-UPDATE-
Apparently its Naslund AND Kalinin. Say goodbye to Jaromir Jagr folks, and say hello to your 2003-2009 New York Rangers. Id still rather have Jagr than Naslund, but Naslund is a warrior. He keeps his mouth shut, plays the game, never whines or moans, and does what he is told. Hes got leadership, and still has a bit of offense left in him. Kalinin is a superb all around defenseman, better in his own zone than in the offensive zone, he can hit, but is prone to getting hurt. Hes a high risk, high reward signing, much like the Zherdev trade. I absolutely LOVE it.
-UPDATE-
Apparently Naslunds deal is for 2 years. That I do not like, not one bit. Heres the part I wonder. According to the CBA, a player who is 35 or older will count against the cap no matter what. Naslund turns 35 in a few weeks. So is it the age when he signs the contract? The age when the season starts? Interesting…
Some Thoughts…
I think were going to be a middle of the row offense, but an elite defensive team. i think weve improved.
Sather just teabagged me, and all his other doubters.