Bob McKenzie of TSN reported today that free agent forward Brendan Shanahan is meeting with Flyers GM Paul Holmgren today. The two sides are expected to discuss what kind of role Shanahan would play with the Flyers if he were to sign with them. The St. Louis Blues are the only team to publically acknowledge having interest in Shanahan. The Av’s, Bruins, Capitals, Predators have made inquiries in the past week. Shanahan remains very interested in playing in the Northeast. Sources tell Inside Pittsburgh Sports, the Penguins have minimal interest in Shanahan.
November 3, 2008