*-> The Atlanta Thrashers have spoken to Maxim Afinogenov about a possible return to the ATL next season. Originally Afinogenov did not want to return to Atlanta but it looks like the speedy winger might have a change of heart. The Thrashers were also weary about a return as his asking price has gone up. Several teams are looking at Max still but his asking price is still too high as many remember the last season in Buffalo where he tanked. The Thrashers may be the best fit but the Coyotes who have good success with rebound players may be another possible destination as they wish to add some more fire power and his speed fits perfectly in with the Desert Dogs. Several KHL teams have offers on the table but his intentions in the NHL still.
*-> The Hawks may be talking deal with the Washington Capitols in regards to Anti Niemi. Niemi who is asking for way more than the Hawks can afford could be on his way to the capitol as the negotiations have gone sour. The Capitols are still looking for a reliable netminder and still have doubts in Semen Varlamov. The Hawks have also reportedly spoken to Jose Theodore about a possible signing incase they are forced to peddle Niemi before his arbitration case instead of losing him. I highly doubt they'd bring in another inconsistent starter to join in house resident Cristobal Huet in my opinion but anything can happen.
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