Bring Back The Bruise Bros 1,029 Report post Posted October 3, 2011 (edited) Fabian Brunnstrom- One year deal with Detroit. He is really making some noise around here and will force the coaching staff (and possibly Mr. Holland) to make some tough decisions. Ryan Johnson- Released by Detroit. I thought he played decent, and could have served as a solid extra forward. Hopefully he is able to continue his career elsewhere. Trent Hunter-One year deal with Los Angeles. He's played decent in preseason. Could have several roles with Los Angeles, both bottom 6 and top 6. Todd Fedoruk- Released by Vancouver. I was really pulling for him to get a spot with the Canucks, but he was ultimately beat out by a younger Aaron Volpatti. That may spell the end of Fedoruk's career. Owen Nolan- Released by Vancouver. Played through a groin injury for part of the preseason, but failed to make the cut. Steve Bernier- Reportedly released by New Jersey. Did not look good in the defensive zone, most notably. Troy Bodie- Released by Winnipeg, but he eventually found a place to play this year by signing a one-year, two-way deal with Anaheim. The Ducks have placed him on waivers with the intentions of him starting the year with their AHL affiliate, the Syracuse Crunch. He will have to work his way back into the Ducks system. Likely a depth move by Anaheim, because Brian McGrattan was claimed off waivers by Nashville. Bodie is relatively versatile, and not afraid to drop the gloves. David Koci- Released by Winnipeg. His NHL days may be over. Steve Staios- One year deal with the Islanders. Adds some veteran presence to an otherwise young team. Ray Emery- One year deal with Chicago. He's a gamble, no doubt. But for $600k, they must feel its a risk they can afford to take. Chris Clark- Released by Boston. Appeared to be the top candidate for the vacant 4th line spot in Boston. Bruins decided to go with younger Jordan Caron. Michael Nylander- Released by Philadelphia. Clearly not up to speed. Could be forced to retire. Adam Mair- Released by Philadelphia. Although he serves as a veteran presence, the Flyers felt they can do better with the younger guys they've got, possibly Zac Rinaldo could become a regular on the Flyers' 4th line. Brad Winchester- One year deal with San Jose. Adds some size and scrappiness to a roster that saw the departures of Ben Eager and Jamal Mayers over the summer. Petr Sykora- One year deal with New Jersey. It seemed unlikely at first, but he seems to have impressed the Devils coaching staff. I think loyalty is a factor, in this situation. Anton Stralman- Still in the running for a spot on the Devils blueline. Jay Pandolfo- One year deal with the Islanders. A defensively responsible forward with Stanley Cup rings. I think he could be waived if he doesn't impress during the regular season. This move could push Trevor Gillies and Michael Haley to the extra forward positions. Stephane Veilleux- Placed on waivers by New Jersey. Didn't seem to impress in preseason with his lack of discipline. Joined by him on the waiver wire are Rod Pelley and Vladimir Zharkov, who both spent time with the Devils last year. I believe Cam Janssen could stick with the big club as an extra forward. i don't believe he has been waived yet. Manny Legace- Released by Vancouver. Reportedly in camp with Florida's AHL affiliate in San Antonio. As more news pops up, i will continue to update. Edited October 12, 2011 by Bring Back The Bruise Bros Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Red Wings Addict 787 Report post Posted October 3, 2011 Janne Pesonen didn't make the cut in Winnipeg. Well, he was a notable tryout to me at least. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Din758 371 Report post Posted October 4, 2011 just bumpin this, well put together list being buried. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bring Back The Bruise Bros 1,029 Report post Posted October 4, 2011 just bumpin this, well put together list being buried. Thank you much, good man. Post any updates, and i'll gladly add them. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LeftWinger 5,152 Report post Posted October 4, 2011 Manny Legace tried out for Vancouver, they said thanks but no thanks. He is currently in San Antonio trying out for the Rampage (Florida Panthers Farm.) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cnot19 191 Report post Posted October 4, 2011 Sykora and Stralman still in the mix for the Devils last i heard. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
e_prime 1,936 Report post Posted October 4, 2011 Pandolfo signs with the Isles. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bring Back The Bruise Bros 1,029 Report post Posted October 7, 2011 Troy Bodie released by Winnipeg. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
eva unit zero 271 Report post Posted October 7, 2011 Manny Legace tried out for Vancouver, they said thanks but no thanks. He is currently in San Antonio trying out for the Rampage (Florida Panthers Farm.) Ah, if only he had the common sense to return to Detroit, where he was once a starter. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bring Back The Bruise Bros 1,029 Report post Posted October 12, 2011 Bodie signs one-year deal with Anaheim. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
