Whitney faces former team for the first time since trade
Pittsburgh Penguins (11-3-0) @ Anaheim Ducks (4-6-2) When the Anaheim Ducks acquired Ryan Whitney (PIT 2002, 1st round pick) last February, the Ducks believed they got the best of the deal, because they were receving the best player. To this day, they feel the same way. The deal which sent forward Chris Kunitz and prospect Eric Tangradi to Pittsburgh in ex-change for Whitney, is regarded as a win-win for both teams in league circles but it’s still up for debate whether the Penguins got enough in return for Whitney. Whitney who has benefited from the coaching of Randy Carlye, a former Norris Trophy winner, has been paired with James Wisniewski (suspended 2 games) which has been the Ducks No. 1
NHL Draft Buzz: Players that could be moved this weekend at the draft
Trade Talk heating Up With General Managers looking to shed salary and some big names demanding trades, industry sources project that there will be plenty of trade talk and movement this week as the NHL entry draft will be held in Montreal. 15 Names that are on the trade block and could be dealt by the weekend 1. OTT Dany Heatley – Age 28 Cap Hit: $7.5 million Signed Through: 2013-2014 Latest: Has demanded a trade out of Ottawa. Has drawn interest from up to 10 teams but has a NTC and a list of teams he will accept a trade too. Toronto Sun reports the list includes: Kings, Rangers, Sharks, Red Wings, Blackhawks, Canucks and Bruins. Of the eight
NHL: Francois Beauchemin on the Penguins Radar?
True or False: Does Ray Shero have his eye on Anaheim Ducks defenseman Francois Beauchemin when July 1 rolls around?
Christensen running out of opportunities
When Erik Christensen was traded to the Atlanta Thrashers last winter, it was believed he would reach his potential by getting top line minutes after being stuck on the depth chart behind Sidney Crosby, Evgeni Malkin and Jordan Staal in Pittsburgh. Christensen’s stint with the Thrashers did not go very well after scoring only 5 goals in 47 games. Christensen was given new life when he was dealt to the Anaheim Ducks on March 4th, 2009 but things are not off to a good start. Christensen has four assists in seven games but has played the past game and a half as the fourth-line center for the Ducks, after having been tried at left wing on the first and second
Ducks happy with Whitney/Kunitz Trade
Despite not putting up the offensive numbers that some would like, the Ducks organization believes they received the best player out of the Ryan Whitney/ Chris Kunitz trade. I recently spoke to
3-4-09 NHL Trade Deadline; Live Update appears at the top of the page; Penguins acquire Bill Guerin
NHL Trade Deadline 2009 – Live up to the minute Updates
Trade Talks heating Up; New Info on Ryan Smyth
The Boston Bruins and Anaheim Ducks remain in discussions regarding defenseman Chris Pronger. Names being discussed right now are Mark Stuart, Patrice Bergeron, and top prospect Joe Colborne. A first round pick would also be involved. The Ducks are holding out for Phil Kessell but the Bruins are the favorites to land Pronger. Sources tell Inside Pittsburgh Sports the Sharks approached the Ducks about a package of Jonathan Cheechoo, defenseman Christian Ehrhoff, prospect, 1st round pick for Pronger. Trading Pronger within the division is something Ducks GM Bob Murray likely has no interest in doing. Check out the NHL Rumor Chart for other suitors. Olli Jokinen will be moved at the trade deadline. The Canadiens, Devils, Blue Jackets, Wild, Flames
Analysis: Did the Penguins get enough in return?
On Monday at practice it became clear that something was up when Ryan Whitney wasn’t even working with the #2 power play in practice. On Tuesday, Whitney was the 7th defensemen in drills which based on performance might have made sense but because the Penguins were actively shopping Whitney, it didn’t make sense. On Wednesday, the team announced Whitney flew home to Boston to be with a sick family member and on Thursday he was traded to the Anaheim Ducks who are playing in Boston tonight. Analysis and Scouting Report on the Trade
Penguins trade Ryan Whitney to Anaheim
The Pittsburgh Penguins have traded Ryan Whitney to the Anaheim Ducks for Chris Kunitz and Eric Tangradi, according to TSN.Ca. The Penguins have confirmed the trade. Kunitz, 29, has 16 goals and 35 points in 62 games this season. He is signed through 2011-12 season with a cap hit of $3.725 million. Left Winger Eric Tangradi, 20, ( 6-3, 215lbs) is the Ducks #2 rated prospect. In 52 games, this season he has 38 goals – 49 assists – 87 points and 57 penalty minutes with Belleville of the Ontario Hockey League. Chris Minard has been placed on waivers.
The Latest NHL Buzz
A lot of buzz going around regarding Panthers GM Jacques Martin. Martin continues to take a hard stance in regards to defenseman Jay Bouwmeester who is this year’s Marian Hossa at the trade deadline. Teams want to see if Bouwmeester would be open to an extension prior to trading for him. Washington is a sleeper team in the Bouwmeester sweepstakes. They remain highly interested. Check out the Trade Deadline Chart for the rest of the suitors. Florida, Vancouver and Toronto are interested in Chris Pronger. The Panthers and Senators have had discussions about Filip Kuba, Chris Neil and Nathan Horton. Horton is another popular subject in Montreal. The Panthers are denying that he wants out. The Flyers obsession with Petr