Wednesday, January 12, 2011

Ice Scoopz: Wednesday Late Afternoon

*-> The Ottawa Senators have hit an all season low yesterday and deals are expected to come in the near future. The only name I'm currently hearing is Mike Fisher over and over as of late. We know the Los Angeles organization has been scouting the Sens, many are saying it's Mike Fisher or Jarkko Ruutu they have their eyes on. The Kings need some gritty help with an offensive touch so it's believed to be Mike Fisher, the Kings love what Ryan Smyth brings to the table and Mike Fisher is cut from the same mold. Nashville keeps coming up over and over but I believe thats mainly because of the Carrie Underwood connection.

*-> Another rumor out of Ottawa has captain Daniel Alfredsson frustrated and disillusioned with the franchise and coaching staff. Alfie has reportedly talked to GM Bryan Murray about Cory Clouston and how the veterans on the team have lost faith and do not respect Clouston. My source has already spoke to my earlier this season about Alfie being upset with Clouston, Kovalev and the mis-management of the team. Murray has yet to address any issues with his club as he's been handcuffed all season long to make a deal but it's believed time is running out. Owner Eugene Melnyk does not want to officially "blow up" the team but make some key changes to right the ship. Daniel Alfredsson knows his career is winding down and one has to wonder if he wishes to play for a cup once again something the Ottawa Senators may not be able to realistically compete in the near future. Recently Alfie spoke to the Ottawa media and once again said all the rifght things by saying he's focused on one game at a time and he was only focused on winning at the moment. He also said that he hasn't thought of even being asked to waive his no movement clause till this point and if that situation ever were to occur he wouldn't bother thinking about it till time came.

*-> The Blues are reportedly looking at Devin Setoguchi of the Sharks but it appears the other Western Conference team is out of discussions already. Eric Brewer could be return.

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