Vote Emery for A.S.G.

Well, I have a shortened blog here. Firstly I just wanted to encourage everyone to go to NHL.com and vote Ray Emery for the Eastern Team. I do realize that Miller, Brodeur are probably shoe-ins, but I think there is an opening for the #3 goalie and Emery has proven to be 'exceptional' this season. I truly believe that he deserves that spot, not because I am a Sens fan, but because he has played GREAT. You have to add him as the write-in at the bottom of the ballot and I do not know who would be ahead of him, Lehtonen perhaps...?? I'm not sure....?

Emery was amazing vs. Detroit, had NO CHANCE on any of the goals vs. NASHVILLE and played incredible vs. BUFFALO - AGAIN! Vote for him as he really deserves it!

I really do apologize for not blogging as often, its the holidays and I have been overwhelmed with things that have to be done. As for the rumour front, not a heck of alot brewing, a source who I know personally said that they continue to work on the GERBER CASE, but trading him is no easy task. I do believe that a team will take a chance on him if Ottawa eats HALF his salary. Next year the cap goes up (apparently) so that will help.
Also, it is all but confirmed that MURRAY will be the new GM next season, whether he coaches next year is still uncertain, I doubt he will. I heard the PADDOCK may be given a chance, but I really hope not, I think MURRAY will go out and hire the right guy. He is and has proven to be a FANTASTIC GM and I look forward to what he will bring. I must say, I am not a big 'coaching' fan of his, but I like some of the line combo's he has had over the last month.

People who think Alfie needs to be moved, just have to look at there record without him over the last two seasons and see how valuable he really is.

Spezza has been MORE THAN AWESOME, he is seeing the ice well and playing with a ton of confidence, he really is a SUPERSTAR and should be voted to the A.S.G.

I will have more in the NEW YEAR.

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to everyone. I will be responding in the comment area, so feel free to drop a line or your thoughts.

Thanks.


- SI.

Gaining Ground

Well, finally the team that we all expected from the start has shown up.

The teams overall play has been great as we all know. They are playing with tons of confidence and are now communicating more.
For once I like what Murray has done. He has found a winning combination of lines and has really kept to them.

I love Kelly on the first line. He provides that extra defensive ability to the ever so strong Heatley and Spezza, who are playing well too and Kellys defensive play has rubbed off on them as they seem to be contributing at both ends of the ice.

Vermette has finally been given a chance to play OFFENSE, filling the role as the 2nd line center and doing a great job. How about that goal, simply amazing. I was fortunate enough to be sitting 10 rows up, right there to witness it.

Neil has impressed me more than ever. This guy is for real and will only get better. 100% every game....lol....

Defense is strong and the play of Emery has really come to help this team (obviously) and even though Murray still considers he and Gerber 'co-starters', we all know who 'the guy' is.

Forget any Gerber trade talks for the time being. I think they really want to see Gerber for the whole season or at least until deadline and will deal with him at latest possible time or the end of the year, where, if Emery shows he is a TRUE #1, they will move Gerber and by that time he might have more worth. Teams like Phoenix, LA, Tampa, Philly and a few others may be willing to take on half the salary or whatever the deal may be. Look for Emery to get a new contract worth at least what Gerber is making now if he keeps up the strong play. If they don't give him what he wants, next season will be his last with Ottawa. He is making a strong case for himself.

Trade talk is quiet. When they win, who wants to trade away anybody.

Yes, like I said before, Muckler will retire at the end of the year, purchase and move the ICE DOGS (OHL) and Murray will most likely be his replacement. Now who will be the next coach of the Sens, leave a comment with your thoughts.

More soon, sorry for the delays. Really busy these days.

Thanks for stopping by,

- SI