Samuelsson to the Nucks

Sportsnet says it's looking that way, and to one of the Canadian teams, no less:

http://www.sportsnet.ca/hockey/2009/07/03/wings_samuelsson/

Spector was quoting Holland this morning, too, saying he was pretty much expecting to lose him (and that Hudler was going to arbitration).

Could Ottawa be a destination, or is he going to price himself out of our reach? It's no secret Murray wants to add another forward, and it all comes back to that elusive top 6 position.

He would be a good addition, and one the Sens can make no matter what happens to Heatley.

A Canadian team, eh? Maybe he's Vancouver-bound?

Samuelsson suuuuucks. Really hope he doesnt end up in Ottawa.

dennycrane wrote:He would be a good addition, and one the Sens can make no matter what happens to Heatley.

I would like him. He's a really solid player.

Don't know what player everyone else is watching but he is 100% a product of Detroit's system and fit it well there on the 3rd and 4th lines. If you're looking for an absolute, total, and utter bust in Ottawa, then this is your guy right here.

I think he's great, he has mad skills, great shot. What a great complimentary player for line 2 here in Ottawa. Cup winner, the whole 9.

It doesn`t matter anyway, we`ll just continue our motto of not signing any UFAs, so you don`t have to worry Neely.

Totally convinced that move would blow up in Ottawa's face. If there is 1 thing Murray is lacking, its finding the UFA tallent.

Annnnd he went to Vancouver, thank God.

asq2 wrote:A Canadian team, eh? Maybe he's Vancouver-bound?

Well done sir.

Neely4Life wrote:

asq2 wrote:A Canadian team, eh? Maybe he's Vancouver-bound?

Well done sir.

www.spectorshockey.net

TSN reports the Vancouver Canucks have signed former Detroit Red Wings forward Mikael Samuelsson to a three-year contract. Financial terms weren't disclosed.

SPECTOR'S NOTE: A good signing by the Canucks. Samuelsson's had three seasons of 40 or more points and his versatility and playoff experience makes him a solid addition.

Neely4Life wrote:Don't know what player everyone else is watching but he is 100% a product of Detroit's system and fit it well there on the 3rd and 4th lines. If you're looking for an absolute, total, and utter bust in Ottawa, then this is your guy right here.

I have to agree with you there Neely. Vancouver is by far a better fit for him anyway.

Word is Tanguay may actually be waiting to see what Dany Smutley decides to do, as Murray has held several talks with his agent. I'm not sure how I feel about Tanguay, but if he can return to form he just might compliment Fisher pretty well.

jamvan wrote:

Neely4Life wrote:Don't know what player everyone else is watching but he is 100% a product of Detroit's system and fit it well there on the 3rd and 4th lines. If you're looking for an absolute, total, and utter bust in Ottawa, then this is your guy right here.

I have to agree with you there Neely. Vancouver is by far a better fit for him anyway.

Word is Tanguay may actually be waiting to see what Dany Smutley decides to do, as Murray has held several talks with his agent. I'm not sure how I feel about Tanguay, but if he can return to form he just might compliment Fisher pretty well.

I'm somewhat of the opinion that we should be pursuing a scoring forward to replace Heatley (if he leaves), but perhaps Tanguay's play-making prowess could unlock Fisher's goalscoring potential.