Bryan Murray Vs Dany Heatley: Who Blinks First?

@Rooney, N4L> my take on the deal is on the Murray thread. You may find it of interest.

http://www.gmhockey.com/ottawa-centaurs-f31/what-s-murray-s-next-move-t3307-45.htm#102006

N4L wrote:Perhaps, I just dont know if I buy the "last minute" thing. San Jose has lost basically all of it's depth now as well. Basically they gave up 2 D men, 2 wingers, and a 2nd round pick for Heatley.

If they dont get past the 2nd round Wilson is gone for sure, along with Marleau. Chicago, Detroit, Anahiem, Vancouver, Calgary.... They are still in tough, SJ isnt a better team today then they were yesterday.

wow...good point. Risky business for Wilson.

CCgotITcovered wrote:

N4L wrote:Perhaps, I just dont know if I buy the "last minute" thing. San Jose has lost basically all of it's depth now as well. Basically they gave up 2 D men, 2 wingers, and a 2nd round pick for Heatley.

If they dont get past the 2nd round Wilson is gone for sure, along with Marleau. Chicago, Detroit, Anahiem, Vancouver, Calgary.... They are still in tough, SJ isnt a better team today then they were yesterday.

wow...good point. Risky business for Wilson.

@N4L, CC> you are both underestimating Doug Wilson and the Sharks' prospect depth.

Wilson has some very strong young players in Torrey Mitchell and Jamie McGinn, among others who he wants to integrate. He has a acquired DH who is a fit with Thornton and Marleau, especially on the PP.

That will easily compensate for the depature of Michalek and Cheechoo.

Erhoff was moved to give kids like Derek Joslin and Nick Petrecki a shot.

Wilson has already stated his changes are part of the turnover of personnel necessary to maximize his assets and keep the team moving forward.

Say all you want about the Sharks' post season 'difficulties'...the Flames and Canucks have done no better since the lockout.

Todd McLellan is an excellent coach and you can expect the Sharks to be a top team again this season.

Ya, I dunno, their prospects are ok depth guys, but really, the depth guys are what wins you games in the playoffs. Those guys usually have expierence along with grit.

Personally, really dont like what The Sharks did. Imagine if they didnt make the playoffs!? hahaha.