Johnny Diamonds 25 Report post Posted July 3, 2007 This could be the answer to our top winger void. Link July 3, 2007 Bruins looking to dump salary TheFourthPeriod.com If the Bruins are going to sign any free agents this summer, they're first going to have to dump some salary, reports the Boston Herald. Bruins GM Peter Chiarelli confirmed this to the paper, leading to speculation that the team is trying to trade winger Glen Murray and his $4.15 million salary. If the Bruins are unable to shed some salary, they'll likely remain quiet this summer. The Bruins are believed to be interested in the likes of Bill Guerin, Brendan Shanahan and Karel Rachunek. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mickeyisms Rule! 0 Report post Posted July 3, 2007 Looks like he's got the size: Height: 6' 3" Weight: 222 He has scored 20 goals/ year for the fifth straight year. Intriguing... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Johnny Diamonds 25 Report post Posted July 3, 2007 (edited) Looks like he's got the size: Height: 6' 3" Weight: 222 He has scored 20 goals/ year for the fifth straight year. Intriguing... If we aquired him we'd still have enough left just under 4 mill to sign Dom. Plus Murray's contract expires in two years so it will not hinder the re-signing of Hank................ Edited July 3, 2007 by Johnny Diamonds Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
norrisnick 1 Report post Posted July 3, 2007 I want nothing to do with Murray. He's pretty much a winger version of Robert Lang. If the 'ruins want to shed some payroll I'd be intrigued by Sturm. Fast, defensively sound and he's managed to pot 20+ goals for the last 7 seasons (and he didn't have Thornton or Savard spoon feeding him either). Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Heaton 1 Report post Posted July 3, 2007 If the 'ruins want to shed some payroll I'd be intrigued by Sturm. Fast, defensively sound and he's managed to pot 20+ goals for the last 7 seasons (and he didn't have Thornton or Savard spoon feeding him either). He had Patrice Bergeron feeding him the puck though, but I see your point. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
OkThatSmells 0 Report post Posted July 3, 2007 I've been wanting Murray for years. He's got grit, size and ability to score. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sputman 1,268 Report post Posted July 3, 2007 (edited) I've been wanting Murray for years. He's got grit, size and ability to score. people bounce off of him because he's so big, but he's not gritty like we need gritty; somebody who is going to do what cleary did in the playoffs for 82 games. and it's a little disconcerting that his tsn injury stats mention the word "groin" so often it looks like a porn daily. Edited July 3, 2007 by drumshanbo Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
German Red Wing 0 Report post Posted July 3, 2007 If the 'ruins want to shed some payroll I'd be intrigued by Sturm. Fast, defensively sound and he's managed to pot 20+ goals for the last 7 seasons (and he didn't have Thornton or Savard spoon feeding him either). Hm. That would actually be a German the Wings could use... (Although Uwe Krupp made me a Red Wings fan. Back in the ol' days...) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sputman 1,268 Report post Posted July 3, 2007 (Although Uwe Krupp made me a Red Wings fan. Back in the ol' days...) he who shall not be named!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
German Red Wing 0 Report post Posted July 3, 2007 he who shall not be named!! Blame the compatriotism... ^^ Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cicada 4 Report post Posted July 3, 2007 uwe fkn krupp.. s*** i'd almost forgotton about that bell end...thanks for the reminder :/ Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wings_Fan_In_Exile 3 Report post Posted July 3, 2007 I wonder if he is worth the 4.15 mil he brings with him. He hasn't played a full season since 2004 and he's not getting any younger at 34 with 2 years left on his contract. I hope we find somebody a lil cheaper and younger. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GiantRobot 0 Report post Posted July 3, 2007 I want nothing to do with Murray. He's pretty much a winger version of Robert Lang. If the 'ruins want to shed some payroll I'd be intrigued by Sturm. Fast, defensively sound and he's managed to pot 20+ goals for the last 7 seasons (and he didn't have Thornton or Savard spoon feeding him either). Sturm actually has only scored 20+ 5 times in his career, and has only been above 43 points once....I'd still take him though No on murray at 4.15 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Crymson Report post Posted July 3, 2007 (edited) Looks like he's got the size: Height: 6' 3" Weight: 222 He has scored 20 goals/ year for the fifth straight year. Intriguing... So has Samuelsson. 20 goals is not worth $4m. Hint: if he wasn't totally not worth his salary, the Bruins wouldn't be trying to get rid of him. Edited July 3, 2007 by Crymson Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stillwater 186 Report post Posted July 3, 2007 Glen Murray gritty? That's just funny. The knock on him is precisely that he doesn't use his size. Just say no. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
norrisnick 1 Report post Posted July 3, 2007 Sturm actually has only scored 20+ 5 times in his career, and has only been above 43 points once....I'd still take him though No on murray at 4.15 6 times (I accidentally counted his lockout season in Germany). And he's been over 43 points twice (I think the stats you're seeing might not be including the '06-'07 season). Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest DetroitIan Report post Posted July 3, 2007 (edited) This could be the answer to our top winger void. I am PRAYING for this to happen. If we get Murray, I will be totally content with the Red Wings offseason. He would be a perfect addition to our team. And despite what some ppl are saying. The guy can put the puck in the net, plain and simple. He would definitely pan out better than Lang did here. We have to be smart about how much we give him. But this is the number one move I want Kenny to make. Although I wouldnt mind having Billy Guerin as well. Edited July 3, 2007 by DetroitIan Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kp-Wings 3 Report post Posted July 3, 2007 Murray is about 5 years past his prime. I like the Lang comparison there. He is lazy, and doesn't use his good size at all. Cope that with his injury history, and it's a recipe for disaster. I'll give this one a big, resounding "no". Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wings_Fan_In_Exile 3 Report post Posted July 3, 2007 I'd rather have Guerin for half the price. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Superman54 91 Report post Posted July 3, 2007 As a German Id love to see Sturm here!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ShanahanMan 473 Report post Posted July 3, 2007 (edited) Murray would be great here. You guys forget, he's been playing for a s***ty team. Edited July 3, 2007 by ShanahanMan Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kp-Wings 3 Report post Posted July 3, 2007 Murray would be great here. You guys forget, he's been playing for a s***ty team. Regardless, he isn't what the Wings need. If we want to sign guys that don't use their size, Eric Daze is also out there. ...and it isn't just because he is big but doesn't use his size. The fact that he has injury problems the past few years, declining production, and a big contract are all downsizes to having him here. It's a risk, and one that's not worth taking. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Detroit # 1 Fan 2,204 Report post Posted July 3, 2007 Doubt they'd ever trade Bergeron? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Opie 308 Report post Posted July 3, 2007 It's the bruins they will trade any body. Try to get Kessel and Bergereon for Little Caesar's Gift Certificates. I bet they take it! LOL Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kp-Wings 3 Report post Posted July 3, 2007 It's the bruins they will trade any body. Try to get Kessel and Bergereon for Little Caesar's Gift Certificates. I bet they take it! LOL Hate to break it to you, but Mike O'Connell is no longer the GM of the Bruins. The trade jokes are bit prehistoric at this point. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites