Off Season Moves

While we wait for the inevitable Pens vs Red Wings II, I am starting to hear all sorts of rumors. Now I must stress that they're only rumors, but I like postulating as much as the next bum does so lets get on with the tabloid talk!!

First off, for the record I think Adam Lambert should not only have won American Idol, but he needs to immediately start touring with Queen. Is it just me, or is that the closest Queen will ever get to having someone that sounds like Freddy Mercury? Unfortunately, people are still afraid of the alternative sexual orientation liberation army and fear that a vote for Adam would have brain washed America into kissing the person next to them and becoming a deviant. (Sigh) OK, back to hockey!

First story I saw yesterday was a story from twitter that "Sk" had "Tweeted" in which the Neidermeyer brothers' agent was interviewed on Vancouver radio. I'm paraphrasing but basically the interview says that the brothers do not have to play together but it would be nice to have them play for Vancouver, either as a package or individually. Wouldn't that be crazy? The Neidermeyer brothers on the same team as the Sedin Twins? Sounds like a Circus Act! Anyhow, from what I am hearing, Scott will more than likely re-sign with Anaheim. Robbie is another thing. Although he is more likely to re-sign with Anaheim as well, I would not be surprised to see him go to either Vancouver or New Jersey. Yes, Robbie; that's who I am talking about.

I'm also hearing that Rob Blake might be interested in coming to the Ducks. The one weighing factor is whether or not Scott stays in Anaheim. The reason being is that if Scott retires or leaves, that will leave room to keep Beaucheman. If that happens, Blake is a sure thing in my book. Blake brings with him a big physical presence, veteran experience, and hard shot from the blue line. It's the closest you can get if Scott leaves. Plus, Blake was the only consistency the Sharks had in the playoffs, so he is a proven force to deal with.

Other rumblings? Travis Moen might make an attempt to come back to Anaheim; I personally would not sign him. I don't think he brings anything to the table. Mike Knuble form Philly? I would definitely take a look at that possibility. Plus, I still say there will be a huge attempt at trading Jiggy to either Toronto or Philly during the off season. it will be interesting to see what happens, but just like the trade deadlines, rumors are just that...only rumors.

More later!