And then there's the matter of Ruslan Fedotenko

[94now]

Originally Posted by offdacrossbar

top 9 like this looks good to me.

fro prospal gaby
dubi stepan ftank
avery arty cally

i can honestly say, thats a decent top 9 to start with.

a nice mix of veteran smarts, skilled youth, outside speed and some sandpaper.

I agree, looks alright. One question, though: Has Drury retired? I'd take Kennedy over Callahan, BTW.

[I Am Chariot]

I think Slats gets him signed. Especially with Prospal injured

[Fitzy]

Originally Posted by 94now

I agree, looks alright. One question, though: Has Drury retired? I'd take Kennedy over Callahan, BTW.

What is wrong with playing Drury on the 4th line, and PP-PK? He still gets 10-12 minutes that way gamely, and its not like we're trying to groom him for any future role.

[I Am Chariot]

Originally Posted by Fitzy Duke of NY

What is wrong with playing Drury on the 4th line, and PP-PK? He still gets 10-12 minutes that way gamely, and its not like we're trying to groom him for any future role.

Best part of Drury on the 4th line is it keeps Torts in the mindset of rolling with 4 lines. Not his first nature, but a good way to go in the new NHL. The 4th line is , historically, a great place for intangibles.

[z1co80]

I didnt want him but the guy has earned it

Will he keep it up is my main concern now

[NYR94]

His play during preseason means he should be on the team. Sign a one-year deal and stay motivated throughout the season. It could be a good rebound year for Ruslan. He's got good size, too.

[Loffen]

Originally Posted by rangersfan30

I didnt want him but the guy has earned it

Will he keep it up is my main concern now

Well, his career high is only 41 points, so he will obviously "dissapear" for stretches on the scoresheet.

I wouldn't pay him too much, but he has indeed looked very good for us during the exhibition games.

[z1co80]

Originally Posted by LoFFeN

Well, his career high is only 41 points, so he will obviously "dissapear" for stretches on the scoresheet.

I wouldn't pay him too much, but he has indeed looked very good for us during the exhibition games.

Well that was one of the reasons i didnt want him in the first place. We have too players very similar to him but his play has warranted him a chance.