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Avalanche Re-Sign Stewart
Savard’s Agent Blasts Bettman
Paajarvi Going With One Name
Staal To Miss Start Of Camp
Habs Re-Sign Price
Analysis:
Price did not quite receive the $3 million per season that he was reportedly demanding, but the amount is fairly close and more worthy of his NHL track record. Even if he struggles again this season, Price should see the lion’s share of the goaltending work in Montreal and is worth a selection as a number two fantasy goalie.
Sharks Announce Niemi Signing
Analysis:
The Chicago Blackhawks decided to walk away from the $2.75 million awarded to Niemi through arbitration. As a result, he is expected to compete with fellow Finn Antero Niittymaki for the starting role for the Sharks. Although both goalies should earn their share of wins for a strong team, it’s probably not a good idea to pick either goalie in the early rounds of fantasy drafts, especially with the strong possibility of a timeshare.
NHL Gives NHLPA Ultimatum
Analysis:
The report said that the league would “grandfather” in all three contracts, provided that the PA met several conditions. One of the conditions is that future multi-year contracts should not include any seasons with the player over 40 years old. If the PA doesn’t accept the conditions, then the league would disallow the Kovalchuk contract, void the Luongo contract, and investigate the Hossa contract. For the record, the NHL’s Bill Daly has denied the report.
Ranger Still Not Returning
Guerin Skates With Flyers
Analysis:
Guerin downplayed the skate, saying that he was already in the area visiting his father-in-law. He said that his agent had been in contact with the Flyers, but he was interested in getting back on the ice for a skate. If he happens to sign with the Flyers, he would have to sign for a bargain basement price, given the Flyers’ tight cap situation.
Report: Niemi To Sign With Sharks
Analysis:
If Niemi is signed, he will push offseason signing Antero Niittymaki to a backup or a timeshare role, lowering Niittymaki’s fantasy value. Thomas Greiss would be lowered to a third-string AHL role, negating any fantasy value he would have possessed as a backup goalie. Check back for further updates regarding a formal announcement.
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