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		<title>State of the Union</title>
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			<title>biulaindlkw says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-79849</link>
			<description><![CDATA[ルブタン 通販 ルブタン 通販 バーバリー コート]]></description>
			<dc:creator>biulaindlkw</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Thu, 31 Jan 2013 23:12:41 -0500</pubDate>
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			<title>biulaindlkw says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-78500</link>
			<description><![CDATA[ルブタン 通販 ルブタン 通販 バーバリー コート]]></description>
			<dc:creator>biulaindlkw</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Thu, 31 Jan 2013 23:12:41 -0500</pubDate>
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			<title>Gabriellehgk says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-79840</link>
			<description><![CDATA[ティンバーランド 通販 グッチ メンズ MCM 激安]]></description>
			<dc:creator>Gabriellehgk</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Thu, 31 Jan 2013 23:11:31 -0500</pubDate>
			<guid>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-79840</guid>
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			<title>Gabriellehgk says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-78485</link>
			<description><![CDATA[ティンバーランド 通販 グッチ メンズ MCM 激安]]></description>
			<dc:creator>Gabriellehgk</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Thu, 31 Jan 2013 23:11:31 -0500</pubDate>
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			<title>Sandy says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-1172</link>
			<description><![CDATA[ I realize that now.. I guess I'm losing my mind as I swore I saw the suspension... but not to be... which is a good thing as he did not deserve one. Zubrus on the other hand actually did.]]></description>
			<dc:creator>Sandy</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Sat, 19 Mar 2011 11:36:15 -0500</pubDate>
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			<title>St Nick says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-1170</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Two quesions. 1. What would it cost Ottawa to put an offer sheet in on Parise & him agree? 2. What makes you think that NJ won't resign him? They would have to move some pieces around & we've seen Lou do this before with sucess. Rolston to the minors, Salvador on Long Term Disability, not re-signing his UFAs, he has options.]]></description>
			<dc:creator>St Nick</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Sat, 19 Mar 2011 11:24:40 -0500</pubDate>
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			<title>ddawg says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-1164</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Just a couple of notes.. First this isn't something new that the Sens have done. They did it 3 or 4 times last year where season ticket holders get a chance to be in a room with the GM, a player and the head scout and hear what they have to say. Just saying it isn't something special to this year it's been going on for a couple of years now. Second, note to Sandy. You mentioned that Lecavlier received a 1 game suspension for the slash on Subban. I can't find that news anywhere. Not TSN, not NHL.com, no where. I think you've got a game misconduct confused with a suspension.]]></description>
			<dc:creator>ddawg</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Sat, 19 Mar 2011 09:17:45 -0500</pubDate>
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			<title>THEBLACKTERROR says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-1163</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Let me put this in context to illustrate the point. The last time the Senators were in last place was in 1996. Assuming offer sheets existed then in the same frame they exist in now, and he gets the contract he's expected to get, then Ottawa would have to have given up the 1997 1st and 2nd's, and the 1998 1st and 3rd's. That means it would look like this. Ottawa gets Zach Parise New Jersey gets Marian Hossa, Stanislav Gron, Mathieu Chouinard, Julien Vauclair. So, that's basically Marian Hossa and 3 players who never amounted to anything for Zach Parise. If someone traded Hossa for Parise, I don't think anyone would call that less than fair. And THAT illustrates what a crapshoot the NHL draft can be, which is why a proven player is ALWAYS better than draft picks.]]></description>
			<dc:creator>THEBLACKTERROR</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Sat, 19 Mar 2011 09:04:38 -0500</pubDate>
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			<title>THEBLACKTERROR says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-1162</link>
			<description><![CDATA[How can you folks talk about patience when there is a guy like Parise hanging out in the breeze right now? He's a 26 year old LW who managed to put up nearly 100 points on a team that historically completely lacks offense. Parise is not a player you add when you're ready to be a contender. He is the kind of player that you BUILD A TEAM AROUND. He is the type of player that makes hockey teams INTO contenders! How are some of you not seeing this? Ottawa has 2 DRAFTS WORTH OF PICKS THIS YEAR! If Murray signs one college guy, that's another 1st/2nd round caliber prospect. So how do you figure that Parise isn't worth half of a future draft year's picks? Teams do not turn an entire draft into NHL players, you're lucky if you get 1 or 2. He's definitely worth the price if he can be had.]]></description>
			<dc:creator>THEBLACKTERROR</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Sat, 19 Mar 2011 08:50:34 -0500</pubDate>
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			<title>Timmac says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-1161</link>
			<description><![CDATA[It doesn't matter if other teams have deeper prospects than Ottawa, because Ottawa's prospects will actually be getting a chance to play and develop in the NHL. Who cares if Philly has prospects, for example, who are better than Butler, Greening, Condra? Those prospects will not be better than those guys next year. Why? They will not have been playing in the NHL. I believe that a) Ottawa's prospects are decent, b) that the average prospect this year is better than the average ten years ago (better programs in many countries), and c) Ottawa is one of the few teams with space to develop guys like that in the NHL. Obviously, given this, I'm not big on going after Parise next year, or any other free agent for that matter.]]></description>
			<dc:creator>Timmac</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Sat, 19 Mar 2011 08:20:57 -0500</pubDate>
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			<title>Mike Bauer says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-1160</link>
			<description><![CDATA[I wouldnt have a problem if Murray was back next year. Maybe Eugene has his eye on a GM but wants to wait til he's available...sim ilar to Burke with the Leafs and Fletcher... Murray wont be able to make mistakes really...he's not going to be signing anyone other than 1 guy, and I think his drafting speaks for itself and in a year with all the pick OTT has, he should be the guy doing it. That said, he knows he has a role with this team, I dont think its set in stone that it will be GM. Could be Pierre Mcguire next year as GM... As for coach, I'd like to see Kirk 'Frosted Tips' Muller get a look...]]></description>
			<dc:creator>Mike Bauer</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Sat, 19 Mar 2011 07:28:20 -0500</pubDate>
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			<title>JABSmilez says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-1158</link>
			<description><![CDATA[ That's crying in your household? Read the rest of what that thread was saying, it was about wrong stats being posted and getting a +5 thumbs up ... not about my rating. That's the irrational part. I hope one day not to have to re-explain every post to you.]]></description>
			<dc:creator>JABSmilez</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Sat, 19 Mar 2011 00:16:47 -0500</pubDate>
			<guid>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-1158</guid>
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			<title>meadowdog says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-1157</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Quoting Jabsmilez.. "The best part of thumbs up, thumbs down system is now I realize how much of a waste of time trying to be rational with some of you has been. Best of luck in your bubblles" Of course you weren't crying about your plus/minus rating. How could I ever come to that conclusion? I hope you didn't stain your blouse with your tears.]]></description>
			<dc:creator>meadowdog</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Fri, 18 Mar 2011 19:55:15 -0500</pubDate>
			<guid>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-1157</guid>
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			<title>Dorkiewicz says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-1156</link>
			<description><![CDATA[ I give this comment 10 thumbs up. Butler is a prime example. Sure, he looks like he has a scoring touch and will be an NHL player, but fans here think he's going to be a valid top 6 next year... that's pretty optimistic. Guys like Condra and Greening are filling spots right now. So many fans seem so high on them but they're pretty average prospects.]]></description>
			<dc:creator>Dorkiewicz</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Fri, 18 Mar 2011 19:52:40 -0500</pubDate>
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			<title>Sandy says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-1155</link>
			<description><![CDATA[ I am also having problems today. Sometimes my comment won't show up or show up more than once. This one for example keeps telling me I have already commented -- and won't display my comment on the board. Hard time 'turning pages' -- takes 5 or 6 clicks.]]></description>
			<dc:creator>Sandy</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Fri, 18 Mar 2011 19:49:45 -0500</pubDate>
			<guid>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-1155</guid>
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			<title>Sandy says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-1154</link>
			<description><![CDATA[ I am also having problems today. Sometimes my comment won't show up or show up more than once. Hard time 'turning pages' -- takes 5 or 6 clicks.]]></description>
			<dc:creator>Sandy</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Fri, 18 Mar 2011 19:49:01 -0500</pubDate>
			<guid>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-1154</guid>
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			<title>SensChirp says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-1153</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Please be as specific as possible including what time of day the issue was happening and the browser (including version) that you are using when reporting bugs. Thanks again]]></description>
			<dc:creator>SensChirp</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Fri, 18 Mar 2011 19:09:28 -0500</pubDate>
			<guid>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-1153</guid>
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			<title>SensChirp says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-1152</link>
			<description><![CDATA[ I'm having the same issues and more. Is there somewhere we can send you a list? Use the contact tab at the top of the site. Thanks!]]></description>
			<dc:creator>SensChirp</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Fri, 18 Mar 2011 19:06:57 -0500</pubDate>
			<guid>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-1152</guid>
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			<title>pfdude says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-1151</link>
			<description><![CDATA[ I'm having the same issues and more. Is there somewhere we can send you a list?]]></description>
			<dc:creator>pfdude</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Fri, 18 Mar 2011 19:05:42 -0500</pubDate>
			<guid>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-1151</guid>
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			<title>JABSmilez says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-1150</link>
			<description><![CDATA[ Cried about my ratings? Are you kidding me? Your understanding of the content of my posts is absolutely terrible. Is English your 2nd language? If you think I was crying about MY rating, you once again missed the point of the entire post. No one is saying 4 1st round picks, Parise is not getting an offer sheet for 4 1st round picks.]]></description>
			<dc:creator>JABSmilez</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Fri, 18 Mar 2011 18:56:43 -0500</pubDate>
			<guid>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-1150</guid>
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			<title>SensChirp says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-1149</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Would be interested to know if anyone else is having the problems that JABS is having.]]></description>
			<dc:creator>SensChirp</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Fri, 18 Mar 2011 18:53:30 -0500</pubDate>
			<guid>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-1149</guid>
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			<title>AlfieforMayor11 says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-1148</link>
			<description><![CDATA[We're in no position to be giving away top draft picks in an offer sheet for Parise. I agree with the Tyrant when it comes to this situation. New Jersey will be able to match any offer sheet for Parise, and the only type of offer that would sway them to let him go would have to be one that involves 4 first rounders, and anyone wanting to part with 4 first rounders is a crazy man (or woman) haha I would definitely be interested in trading away any combination of players for him though, not including Spezza obviously. I think we just have to be patient and ride out the storm and we will prevail! No need to make any rushed deals.]]></description>
			<dc:creator>AlfieforMayor11</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Fri, 18 Mar 2011 18:05:17 -0500</pubDate>
			<guid>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-1148</guid>
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			<title>JABSmilez says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-1147</link>
			<description><![CDATA[@Chirp - Not sure but are you aware of all the comment problems being experienced today? I'm assuming yes (others I know are having the same problems) but just in case: - refresh comment button doesn't seem to be working - the comment page selection needs to be pressed up to 4-5 times on some occasions - the quote button has been working off and on - I need to refresh my browser for my comment to show up or my thumbs up on others comments to be visible - I have to refresh and re-enter the security key to post a comment even if I entered the 1st one right ... may have to do with clicking in the comment box after entering the key?]]></description>
			<dc:creator>JABSmilez</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Fri, 18 Mar 2011 17:59:06 -0500</pubDate>
			<guid>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-1147</guid>
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			<title>Sandy says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-1146</link>
			<description><![CDATA[You never know how any prospect will develop in the NHL until they actually play. There have been many late round picks that have become very good players -- Alfie, Zetterberg, Datsyk.... So these experts can assess all they want.. but until these young guys play (or any other prospect on any other team) -- it is only their best guess based on a bunch of numbers.]]></description>
			<dc:creator>Sandy</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Fri, 18 Mar 2011 17:00:28 -0500</pubDate>
			<guid>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-1146</guid>
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			<title>jasonontheoldsenschirp says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-1145</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Finally got the darn registration to work goddammit woo! I think the Parise reference is kind of dumb from Murray because he's going to be an RFA and NJ [assuming they have the space] will surely resign him. But, I guess you never know! Parise would do Spezz some real good next season. By the way, Spezza is by and large the most impressive player this team has moving forward. This guy is putting up, consistently, points on a pretty humbly thrown together roster. Just goes to show what this guy can really do with other good linemates and a healthy season. I see a healthy Jason Spezza putting up as much as 80 points. Seriously, this guy can more than do it, as he's shown in the past. No mention on resigning Shannon or Butler Chirp? In my opinion Bobby B is a MUST resign. Kid has too much potential just to let him walk. He's a natural scorer.]]></description>
			<dc:creator>jasonontheoldsenschirp</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Fri, 18 Mar 2011 16:44:36 -0500</pubDate>
			<guid>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-1145</guid>
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			<title>SensChirp says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-1144</link>
			<description><![CDATA[ He was very careful with his wording to avoid this issue. Really didn't say he was interest in pursuing Parise but mentioned that he's looking for a top line winger that can score, like Parise.]]></description>
			<dc:creator>SensChirp</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Fri, 18 Mar 2011 16:39:30 -0500</pubDate>
			<guid>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-1144</guid>
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			<title>St Nick says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-1143</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Isn't it considered tampering for Murray to mention a player's name he may be interested in pursuing especially since he is still under contract with NJ? It could be that Murray is pursuing Paul Thompson who coincidently has a lot in common with Bobby Butler. They both attended New Hampshire, they are about the same size, they both play RW, both are/were in the running for a Hobey Baker nominee & both are goal scorers. He seems to be NHL ready & could challenge for a roster spot in Ottawa as early as next season.]]></description>
			<dc:creator>St Nick</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Fri, 18 Mar 2011 16:30:24 -0500</pubDate>
			<guid>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-1143</guid>
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			<title>JABSmilez says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-1142</link>
			<description><![CDATA[ A proper rebuild doesn't start off with a Spezza, Michalek, Gonchar and even Karlsson. And those rankings, obviously aren't going to be the same after this year's draft, which will have some effect on our roster next year, but definitely the year after. I think the main difference in our views is that you think I'm trying to mess up the rebuild. I'm really not, I know players need time to develop, I just think we're further into our rebuild then most teams when they hit rock bottom for the first year.]]></description>
			<dc:creator>JABSmilez</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Fri, 18 Mar 2011 16:28:09 -0500</pubDate>
			<guid>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-1142</guid>
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			<title>The Dutch Treat says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-1141</link>
			<description><![CDATA[ Thank you for being a voice of reason. It's like people are extrapolating next year's results based on the play of the kids near the end of this season and the thought that every prospect coming in next year through the draft will be ready to play next year. We have NO idea if Runblad and Cowen will be in the NHL, let alone good enough to play valuable minutes. We have no idea if Butler, Condra, Greening and others will continue their play of this year. To think that by simply adding Zach Parise, this team will contend, while overlooking the major deficiencies the team has on defense and thinking that all the teams above won't get any better. People last year thought Foligno and Regin would be 20-30 goal scorers based off a last year.]]></description>
			<dc:creator>The Dutch Treat</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Fri, 18 Mar 2011 16:25:51 -0500</pubDate>
			<guid>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-1141</guid>
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			<title>meadowdog says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-1140</link>
			<description><![CDATA[People need to quit over-valuing our prospects. Some of you act as though we are the only team in the league that has them. Both the Hockey News Future Watch Edition (using a panel of 18 Scouts, GMs and Directors of player development) and the Hockeys Future site have rated the Sens collection of prospects at # 16 in the league. A team sitting in 28th place with an average group of prospects in the system is not on the verge of contending. A proper re-build takes time. If we're not patient we can screw this team up royally for years to come.]]></description>
			<dc:creator>meadowdog</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Fri, 18 Mar 2011 16:03:40 -0500</pubDate>
			<guid>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-1140</guid>
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			<title>Sandy says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-1139</link>
			<description><![CDATA[If Parise is not signed by June 15th -- the Devils will file for arbitration which will stop any offer sheet. Cap geek shows that the Devils have about 7.2M in cap space next season. They need to sign at least 1 more D + a back up goalie + Parise.. that will be difficult to fit under the cap -- unless Lou buries salary in the minors which he has done in the past. Regardless they will still be in cap hell next season along with a couple of other teams.]]></description>
			<dc:creator>Sandy</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Fri, 18 Mar 2011 15:55:07 -0500</pubDate>
			<guid>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-1139</guid>
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			<title>JABSmilez says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-1138</link>
			<description><![CDATA[ I've been clamoring for a top 3 winger since Heatley left, it's not just about the rebuild, it's about how you build a team overall. I know you think this shit year has proven that we're going to have a 5 year rebuild now, but there is no evidence that suggests that a team with this roster and this list of prospects and the number of draft picks we have this year, needs that long.]]></description>
			<dc:creator>JABSmilez</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Fri, 18 Mar 2011 15:53:58 -0500</pubDate>
			<guid>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-1138</guid>
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			<title>sensarmy says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-1137</link>
			<description><![CDATA[I dont get why there are actually people who believe getting Parise for draft picks could be a bad thing. This is not kessel, a one dimensional scorer we're talking about. This is the third best LW in the entire NHL (behind OV and D.Sedin). Hes a franchise player. Those dont grow on trees like some of you may think. We could draft 10 years in the first round and not find a franchise player, even this year's pick is very unlikely to rival the talent of Parise. Plus we will likely be adding a ton of young forwards through the draft this year anyways. Some people need to think before they talk. I would take a 90+ point player in my lineup any day!]]></description>
			<dc:creator>sensarmy</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Fri, 18 Mar 2011 15:50:11 -0500</pubDate>
			<guid>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-1137</guid>
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			<title>JABSmilez says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-1136</link>
			<description><![CDATA[@Tyrant - I don't believe we're saying that NJ can't afford to keep him, they definitely can afford to if they want to. But it doesn't mean there won't be offer sheets, and as I've said I think both NJ and the team trying to acquire him would prefer to go the trade route. Parise is just 1 name because he's the main one out there and he's RFA, but there's nothing saying it couldn't be a similar offer for a similar type of player not named Parise. The key point is Sens trading for a top 3 forward or waiting for their draft picks to develop over the next 5+ years. We get that you have all the time in the world to wait for the 2020 dynasty, but it's not the only way, it's just the only way that takes little skill aside from scouting properly. Most gms can fail their way to a dynasty, they don't deserve praise for doing it that way.]]></description>
			<dc:creator>JABSmilez</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Fri, 18 Mar 2011 15:47:53 -0500</pubDate>
			<guid>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-1136</guid>
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			<title>meadowdog says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-1135</link>
			<description><![CDATA[I agree with the Dutch Treat that Murray should be run out of town if he pulls a Brian Burke and goes after Parise. We are nowhere near the point in this rebuild where that would do anything but doom this team to perpetual mediocrity. We're talking 4 first round draft picks here people. Think about it. I'm not a big fan of the thumbs up. thumbs down feature but it's really easy to ignore it. Only Jabsmilez has ever actually cried about his ratings.]]></description>
			<dc:creator>meadowdog</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Fri, 18 Mar 2011 15:45:58 -0500</pubDate>
			<guid>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-1135</guid>
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			<title>TheTyrantWee says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-1134</link>
			<description><![CDATA[@Tookie Zack himself said he wants to stay there. If he's lying and doesn't want to stay then Devils would simply trade him for a kings ransom. Every team in the league with space or the ability to make some space will be interested. Hilarious that you actually believe the Devils wouldn't match - they've already said publicly that they would by the way. Plus from a logical point of view the only offer that could give them pause is one big enough that it would mean 4 first round picks from a weak team aka the only offer having a chance to be as valuable as Parise. Anything less than an offer-sheet which returns 4-firsts would instantly be matched. They can always match and then trade him down the line if they don't enjoy the contract. He has huge value.]]></description>
			<dc:creator>TheTyrantWee</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Fri, 18 Mar 2011 15:44:09 -0500</pubDate>
			<guid>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-1134</guid>
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			<title>Tookie says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-1133</link>
			<description><![CDATA[@ Dutch Treat So all the names I mentioned that ARE still in the pipelin dont count as propects I guess? give your head a shake man!]]></description>
			<dc:creator>Tookie</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Fri, 18 Mar 2011 15:38:53 -0500</pubDate>
			<guid>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-1133</guid>
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			<title>JABSmilez says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-1132</link>
			<description><![CDATA[ I was saying the exact same thing to my colleague earlier today about there being no Crosby the next 2 if not 3 drafts. We knew years before he was drafted that he was coming up. Your list actually makes me more open to trading a Butler or even Michalek, if absolutely necessary, instead of some picks to acquire a Parise. We only need 6 top 6 players and Spezza, Alfie, Michalek, Butler and our 1st this year already makes 5 without counting Foligno or Regin types. Hopefully NSH 1st can be an Alfie replacement down the line. Our future is looking bright, but this type of trade would make that future start so much sooner and with more certainty. We'll be lucky if 1 of 2012 or 2013 1st round picks turned into anything close to Parise, but obviously the expectation is that they could.]]></description>
			<dc:creator>JABSmilez</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Fri, 18 Mar 2011 15:37:08 -0500</pubDate>
			<guid>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-1132</guid>
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			<title>Tookie says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-1131</link>
			<description><![CDATA[@ The Tyrant Who said he wants to stay there and who said the Devils would match, you certainly dont know. All we are saying is that its not out of the question and Murray certainly is cheking all his options.]]></description>
			<dc:creator>Tookie</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Fri, 18 Mar 2011 15:35:59 -0500</pubDate>
			<guid>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-1131</guid>
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			<title>The Dutch Treat says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-1130</link>
			<description><![CDATA[I wonder what the real mettle of this fan base is when we have people clamoring to trade draft picks for one top 3 winger to facilitate a one-year rebuild. It's the height of lunacy!]]></description>
			<dc:creator>The Dutch Treat</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Fri, 18 Mar 2011 15:34:30 -0500</pubDate>
			<guid>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-1130</guid>
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			<title>The Dutch Treat says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-1129</link>
			<description><![CDATA[ If I'm not mistaken, a game misconduct results in an automatic one-game suspension per league rules. RE: Parise - he will net a king's ransom in exchange for his services, don't think that there aren't 10 teams who will bid hard for his services. Are you all willing to give up a bigger package then what Toronto gave up for Phil Kessel? Do that and we're back in the Muckler era of no prospects in the pipeline.]]></description>
			<dc:creator>The Dutch Treat</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Fri, 18 Mar 2011 15:32:16 -0500</pubDate>
			<guid>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-1129</guid>
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			<title>TheTyrantWee says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-1128</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Zack Parise is an RFA. At his current salary of 3.1 million against the cap. Perhaps the biggest offer-sheet thrown at him might be 8.5M for a raise of 5.4M. Arnott + Langenbrunner - Moved already, cleared 7.2M Rolston 5.0M - Contract done after next year Elias 6.0M - Contract done the year after Rolston's People need to stop the bullshit fallacy that the Devil's somehow don't have the salary cap space to retain Parise. They absolutely do have the money. They're going to match any offer sheet sent their way. The only way Parise will ever be gotten out of New Jersey is via a trade. Any team making any offer will have to pay through the roof to acquire him. I'm sure all Murray did was mention he'd like a goal scorer with the ability to finish like Parise. As in someone with that kind of skill-set.]]></description>
			<dc:creator>TheTyrantWee</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Fri, 18 Mar 2011 15:31:10 -0500</pubDate>
			<guid>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-1128</guid>
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			<title>Tookie says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-1127</link>
			<description><![CDATA[@ JABS Yeah and that is still with Silfverberg, Petersson, Stone, Sorenson, (Jenner, Prince or Oleksiak with our NSH pick) in the system, I think we could pull it off and the picks given to NJ wouldnt come back to haunt us, there is no Sidney Crosby in the upcoming 2 drafts!]]></description>
			<dc:creator>Tookie</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Fri, 18 Mar 2011 15:24:05 -0500</pubDate>
			<guid>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-1127</guid>
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			<title>JABSmilez says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-1126</link>
			<description><![CDATA[@Tookie19 - I agree with your Parise statement and think it would be an awesome move that would get this team back to the top in short order. If our rebuild involved Parise instead of our 2012 & 2013 1st rnd picks we're still better off next year and in 3 years from where we'd be with those 1st round picks. I said it before, but Brian Burke's problem was that he made the move at the start of a rebuild instead of after he already had tons of prospects in place. I also think Parise is a much better all around player than Kessel.]]></description>
			<dc:creator>JABSmilez</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Fri, 18 Mar 2011 15:14:41 -0500</pubDate>
			<guid>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-1126</guid>
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			<title>Tookie says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-1125</link>
			<description><![CDATA[For thos who dont know here is the RFA picks chart: $994,433 or below - No Compensation $994,434 - $1,506,717 - 2012 3rd round pick $1506,718 - $3,013,433 - 2012 2nd round pick $3,013,433 - $4,520,150 - 2012 1st round pick, 2012 3rd round pick $4,520,151 - $6,026,867 - 2012 1st round pick, 2012 2nd round pick, 2012 3rd round pick $6,026,868 - $7,533,584 - 2012 1st round pick, 2013 1st round pick, 2012 2nd round pick, 2012 3rd round pick Over $7,533,584 - 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015 1st round picks. He would probably sign between the $6,026,868 - $7,533,584 range or even less to fit nicely into the cap but have like 15 years!! LOL]]></description>
			<dc:creator>Tookie</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Fri, 18 Mar 2011 15:06:24 -0500</pubDate>
			<guid>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-1125</guid>
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			<title>Sandy says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-1124</link>
			<description><![CDATA[I could almost swear I saw the suspension for Lecavalier on TSN... I must be losing my mind... it's not there now. Sorry for the double posting. I'm having difficulty getting my comments entered today.]]></description>
			<dc:creator>Sandy</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Fri, 18 Mar 2011 14:52:30 -0500</pubDate>
			<guid>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-1124</guid>
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			<title>Tookie says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-1123</link>
			<description><![CDATA[I told you man, Parise is NOT out of the question. People dont know what that would entail, its not this years draft picks but next years and the year after that. This years picks will be safe, so would I give up my 2012/2013 draft picks for a proven young scorer, YES! This would put us right back into contention for the playoffs Its not impossible to have this line up next year and for years to come. Landeskog - Spezza - Parise Michalek - Laich - Butler Condra - Foligno - Alfie Greening - Smith - Neil Or if we draft RNH: Michalek - Spezza - Parise Leino - RNH - Butler Condra - Foligno - Alfie Greening - Smith - Neil]]></description>
			<dc:creator>Tookie</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Fri, 18 Mar 2011 14:51:55 -0500</pubDate>
			<guid>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-1123</guid>
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			<title>Sandy says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-1122</link>
			<description><![CDATA[ I could almost swear I saw the suspension on TSN... I must be losing my mind... it's not there now.]]></description>
			<dc:creator>Sandy</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Fri, 18 Mar 2011 14:51:08 -0500</pubDate>
			<guid>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-1122</guid>
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			<title>Tookie says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-1121</link>
			<description><![CDATA[I told you man, Parise is NOT out of the question. People dont know what that would entail, its not this years draft picks but next years and the year after that. This years picks will be safe, so would I give up my 2012/2013 draft picks for a proven young scorer, YES! This would put us right back into contention for the playoffs Its not impossible to have this line up next year and for years to come. Landeskog - Spezza - Parise Michalek - Laich - Butler Condra - Foligno - Alfie Greening - Smith - Neil]]></description>
			<dc:creator>Tookie</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Fri, 18 Mar 2011 14:48:52 -0500</pubDate>
			<guid>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-1121</guid>
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			<title>Andy Sutton says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-1120</link>
			<description><![CDATA["On another topic... Lecavalier was suspended one game for his slash on Subban. Subban gets nothing for his two-hander across Vinny's wrists by the way." Where did you hear this? TSN says he received a game misconduct (called by the ref) but there was no mention of a suspension.]]></description>
			<dc:creator>Andy Sutton</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Fri, 18 Mar 2011 14:40:43 -0500</pubDate>
			<guid>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-1120</guid>
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			<title>aligator says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-1119</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Sens giving an offer sheet to Parise would be beyond stupid. Not happening.]]></description>
			<dc:creator>aligator</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Fri, 18 Mar 2011 14:35:16 -0500</pubDate>
			<guid>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-1119</guid>
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			<title>NickG says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-1118</link>
			<description><![CDATA[ I was thinking the same thing, but why the hell would u blame me? There are more people in this thread agreeing with what I'm saying then in any other thread since the site changed over and everyone disappeared. I just recall you having an issue with the rating system in another posting. haha. No disrespect intended in this case. The search for the perpetrator continues!]]></description>
			<dc:creator>NickG</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Fri, 18 Mar 2011 14:34:02 -0500</pubDate>
			<guid>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-1118</guid>
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			<title>SensChirp says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-1117</link>
			<description><![CDATA[ It was hard to get much from that image. Can really only say what I already know. Base colour will be black and it has the O on the front. Seemed to have some sort of patch or shield on the shoulder too.]]></description>
			<dc:creator>SensChirp</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Fri, 18 Mar 2011 14:31:13 -0500</pubDate>
			<guid>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-1117</guid>
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			<title>JABSmilez says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-1116</link>
			<description><![CDATA[ I was thinking the same thing, but why the hell would u blame me? There are more people in this thread agreeing with what I'm saying then in any other thread since the site changed over and everyone disappeared.]]></description>
			<dc:creator>JABSmilez</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Fri, 18 Mar 2011 14:22:52 -0500</pubDate>
			<guid>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-1116</guid>
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			<title>Sandy says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-1115</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Another note from last night... they showed a small part of the new 3rd jersey...Not a lot to see... but it looked to me like a solid chest with stripes on the sleeve. Chirp, did you get any more of an idea of what it looked like? Not a lot to see to determine exactly.]]></description>
			<dc:creator>Sandy</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Fri, 18 Mar 2011 14:20:39 -0500</pubDate>
			<guid>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-1115</guid>
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			<title>NickG says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-1114</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Is it just me, or is someone (JAB) giving everyone a thumbs down for every post? Also, Chirp. Is there any video of the conference? I'm super excited for us to be an awesome contender next year.]]></description>
			<dc:creator>NickG</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Fri, 18 Mar 2011 14:20:07 -0500</pubDate>
			<guid>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-1114</guid>
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			<title>SNOOPY SENIOR says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-1113</link>
			<description><![CDATA[ A trade would be like the Heatley deal for 3 Edmonton players. Or 2 1st Round picks + roster player, or 2nd rounder. Should be at least 10 teams seriously interested in Parise.]]></description>
			<dc:creator>SNOOPY SENIOR</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Fri, 18 Mar 2011 14:11:04 -0500</pubDate>
			<guid>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-1113</guid>
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			<title>landeskog16 says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-1112</link>
			<description><![CDATA[i wouldnt mind seeing parise in a sens jersey but i dont really think we should give up a bunch of draft picks for him]]></description>
			<dc:creator>landeskog16</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Fri, 18 Mar 2011 14:10:35 -0500</pubDate>
			<guid>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-1112</guid>
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			<title>Peter Sidorkeiwicz says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-1111</link>
			<description><![CDATA[SC - ignore my previous post - I see that you covered it in your statement - sorry about that.]]></description>
			<dc:creator>Peter Sidorkeiwicz</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Fri, 18 Mar 2011 14:05:42 -0500</pubDate>
			<guid>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-1111</guid>
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			<title>Peter Sidorkeiwicz says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-1110</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Did BM give any indication (direct or indirect) that he would NOT be returning as GM for at least another year ?]]></description>
			<dc:creator>Peter Sidorkeiwicz</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Fri, 18 Mar 2011 14:02:15 -0500</pubDate>
			<guid>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-1110</guid>
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			<title>conor smythe says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-1109</link>
			<description><![CDATA[also, I think that Murray would trade for ZP's rights. Not an offer sheet (as other have mentioned, NJ can just match whatever is offered)]]></description>
			<dc:creator>conor smythe</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Fri, 18 Mar 2011 13:56:31 -0500</pubDate>
			<guid>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-1109</guid>
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			<title>Gravestone says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-1108</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Forgive my ignorance of all things US College Hockey but with all the hype around Da Costa, why isn't he a Hobey Top 10 Finalist]]></description>
			<dc:creator>Gravestone</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Fri, 18 Mar 2011 13:53:22 -0500</pubDate>
			<guid>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-1108</guid>
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			<title>conor smythe says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-1107</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Murray has mentioned parise prior to yesterday's meeting. A couple weeks before deadline he alluded to "signing a top 6 guy that some other team can't afford to keep" However, that was before NJ unloaded some salary. I've been a staunch supported of ZP since he first entered the league. I would love to see him in a sens jersey next year, and I wouldn't oppose an offer sheet as long as the picks being given away are for the 2012 draft. "this team is NOT one top-3 winger away from competing" (-dutch) uhhhh, no, but how about one top 3 winger, A proper 1-2 goaltending tandem, A top 5 overall pick, a healthy alfredsson and michalek, and a star defenseman? If we sign ZP, We will have all of those next season.]]></description>
			<dc:creator>conor smythe</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Fri, 18 Mar 2011 13:52:39 -0500</pubDate>
			<guid>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-1107</guid>
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			<title>Sandy says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-1106</link>
			<description><![CDATA[On another topic... Lecavalier was suspended one game for his slash on Subban. Subban gets nothing for his two-hander across Vinny's wrists by the way. Hornqvist gets fined for his elbow to Seguin. No mention yet, if anything is going to happen to Zubrus for his flying head shot to Greening last night. Chirp, do you know if the Sens have asked the league to look into this hit. He left his feet -- targetted the head... so by league rules he should be suspended. If he is not... the league's headshot rules are bogus.]]></description>
			<dc:creator>Sandy</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Fri, 18 Mar 2011 13:44:41 -0500</pubDate>
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			<title>SensChirp says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-1105</link>
			<description><![CDATA[ Hi Chirp, That was my question. I was at the event last night as well. Murray also mentioned that Caporusso was the only other college prospect that will be leaving college next season and will be in Bingo. That was an excellent question. Not sure if his response indicates Da Costa is the guy or not but you definitely put him on the spot by saying the name.]]></description>
			<dc:creator>SensChirp</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Fri, 18 Mar 2011 13:42:28 -0500</pubDate>
			<guid>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-1105</guid>
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			<title>Sandy says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-1104</link>
			<description><![CDATA[ Hi Chirp, That was my question. I was at the event last night as well. Murray also mentioned that Caporusso was the only other college prospect that will be leaving college next season and will be in Bingo.]]></description>
			<dc:creator>Sandy</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Fri, 18 Mar 2011 13:19:13 -0500</pubDate>
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			<title>JABSmilez says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-1103</link>
			<description><![CDATA[@TheBlackTerror - No worries, just wanted to clarify the tone for you. He'd be a dream to have along side Spezza. @sensbro - I believe competing for the playoffs next year, if not the year after, and then competing for a cup in 3-4 years depending on prospect development, ufa acquisitions and so on. @Bob Swarley - My statement actually is saying that Semin was a possibility I was suggesting until he DID re-sign at the contract you mentioned. I'm very aware he already signed, that's what I was saying. @Chirp - I enjoy how Murray tip toes around issues while still making his plans clear like that DaCosta one you mentioned.]]></description>
			<dc:creator>JABSmilez</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Fri, 18 Mar 2011 13:16:33 -0500</pubDate>
			<guid>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-1103</guid>
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			<title>The Dutch Treat says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-1102</link>
			<description><![CDATA[ Well then check me in. Trading the number of draft picks to acquire Zach Parise (AFTER coming off knee reconstruction surgery) would not only be imprudent but grounds for dismissal. This team is NOT one top-3 winger away from competing, let alone one that will command a $6 million to $7 million long term contract to acquire. If Murray was to go out and do something as stupid as giving Parise an offer sheet, then I would be the first person in line to run him out of town.]]></description>
			<dc:creator>The Dutch Treat</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Fri, 18 Mar 2011 13:12:26 -0500</pubDate>
			<guid>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-1102</guid>
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			<title>SNOOPY SENIOR says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-1100</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Here are the vital stats on Parise. Drafted in 2003 , 17th overall by NJ. Same age as Spezza, which is 27, and a LW. Missed a total of 3 games in his first 4 years, but has been out this year with injury, after only 12 games. His best season was 2008-2009 where he got 94 points from 45 goals and 49 assists. If Spezza is worth $7million, then Parise is worth between $7-8 million. He is earning $3,125,000 and his contract expires this year, so he is an RFA. Should be a hot topic over the sunmmer.]]></description>
			<dc:creator>SNOOPY SENIOR</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Fri, 18 Mar 2011 13:10:02 -0500</pubDate>
			<guid>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-1100</guid>
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			<title>timjNL says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-1099</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Sign Anderson - us at the game last night gradually increased McIlhenny's contract from 1Million to 10million annually as the game went on... it was either stellar goaltending or Stellar Artois...]]></description>
			<dc:creator>timjNL</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Fri, 18 Mar 2011 13:08:27 -0500</pubDate>
			<guid>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-1099</guid>
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			<title>Bob Swarley says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-1097</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Also, nice to see Murray hinting at progress being made on the Anderson front.]]></description>
			<dc:creator>Bob Swarley</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Fri, 18 Mar 2011 12:47:12 -0500</pubDate>
			<guid>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-1097</guid>
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			<title>Bob Swarley says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-1096</link>
			<description><![CDATA[@ Jab, Semin already signed, 1 year 6.7 million. I'm really interested in the college free agents this year. I've posted this already, but I think it's worth posting again. Sounds like there's talent to be had. http://www.hockeybuzz.com/blog/Julie-Robenhymer/College-Hockey-Free-Agents-of-Note/99/34180]]></description>
			<dc:creator>Bob Swarley</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Fri, 18 Mar 2011 12:46:58 -0500</pubDate>
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			<title>sensbro says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-1094</link>
			<description><![CDATA[how long do you guys think we are going to be out of contention for? i see a lot of potential for us and if we had certain pieces i feel we can be contending sooner than others think]]></description>
			<dc:creator>sensbro</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Fri, 18 Mar 2011 12:44:02 -0500</pubDate>
			<guid>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-1094</guid>
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			<title>SensChirp says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-1093</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Da Costa was actually a name that came up last night too. Murray was asked who the NCAA guy was, fan asked if it was Da Costa and Murray replied, "Sure that sounds like a good name." Murray was careful to not actually say it himself though.]]></description>
			<dc:creator>SensChirp</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Fri, 18 Mar 2011 12:43:42 -0500</pubDate>
			<guid>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-1093</guid>
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			<title>THEBLACKTERROR says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-1092</link>
			<description><![CDATA[ Was that directed at my post or were you agreeing with me? My post is sarcastic, I hope that's clear? I've been one of the few that says it's worth discussing, along with Semin until he re-signed. I didn't get the sarcasm, my bad. Anyone who wouldn't want to give up draft picks for Zach Parise needs to get checked into the looney bin immediately. Using the post-trade deadline Senators as a measuring stick going forward is not justification to not want a guy like Parise. He's one of the top-3 wingers in the NHL, and he's young. They would be crazy NOT to pay the draft pick price. If Murray can sign that Da Costa kid that replaces next years 1st rounder. If the opportunity is there, Murray has to try to get Parise.]]></description>
			<dc:creator>THEBLACKTERROR</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Fri, 18 Mar 2011 12:31:05 -0500</pubDate>
			<guid>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-1092</guid>
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			<title>JABSmilez says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-1091</link>
			<description><![CDATA[ I think that teams that want Parise will actually negotiate a sign and trade with NJ instead of going the offer sheet route. Allows more flexibility in compensation from the team signing him and more timely asset return (prospects instead of all picks) for NJ as well.]]></description>
			<dc:creator>JABSmilez</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Fri, 18 Mar 2011 12:22:04 -0500</pubDate>
			<guid>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-1091</guid>
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			<title>Johne says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-1090</link>
			<description><![CDATA[I'm fairly certain NJ will match pretty much any offersheet as well, I'd love to do it to handcuff them for the future.]]></description>
			<dc:creator>Johne</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Fri, 18 Mar 2011 12:09:35 -0500</pubDate>
			<guid>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-1090</guid>
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			<title>JABSmilez says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-1089</link>
			<description><![CDATA[ Was that directed at my post or were you agreeing with me? My post is sarcastic, I hope that's clear? I've been one of the few that says it's worth discussing, along with Semin until he re-signed.]]></description>
			<dc:creator>JABSmilez</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Fri, 18 Mar 2011 12:08:05 -0500</pubDate>
			<guid>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-1089</guid>
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			<title>Johne says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-1088</link>
			<description><![CDATA[After seeing how well this team can perform after losing half the team, I have no desire in bringing in Parise. I think drafting needs to be a part of this team going forward and drafting talent as good as Parise can be found in the first round. With the prospects we have in the system + yearly UFAs, this team is and will be just fine without Parise.]]></description>
			<dc:creator>Johne</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Fri, 18 Mar 2011 12:07:37 -0500</pubDate>
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			<title>Johnny_Spectacular says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-1087</link>
			<description><![CDATA[If Murray offer sheets Parise it would be such a coup...I'd support it, though losing the draft picks would sting.]]></description>
			<dc:creator>Johnny_Spectacular</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Fri, 18 Mar 2011 12:06:45 -0500</pubDate>
			<guid>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-1087</guid>
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			<title>THEBLACKTERROR says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-1086</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Parise is not an IMPOSSIBILITY. It deserves consideration and discussion. I'm not saying it's a probability, but you absolutely cannot say that it's impossible. Ottawa has tons of cap space, and all of their own draft picks for 2012, so Murray could definitely sign Parise to an offer sheet, and he could probably price it out of a range that NJ could afford because they're tight now. Again, I'm not saying it's likely at all, but don't say it's impossible, because that's not true, and frankly Parise is exactly the type of player that Spezza needs on his wing to return to 90 point form.]]></description>
			<dc:creator>THEBLACKTERROR</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Fri, 18 Mar 2011 11:58:21 -0500</pubDate>
			<guid>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-1086</guid>
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			<title>JABSmilez says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-1085</link>
			<description><![CDATA[How dare BM mention Parise, the experts on here are going to tear him apart because it's an impossibility that doesn't deserve consideration or discussion haha Sounds like quite the event Chirp, thanks for the inside scoop.]]></description>
			<dc:creator>JABSmilez</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Fri, 18 Mar 2011 11:48:36 -0500</pubDate>
			<guid>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-1085</guid>
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			<title>SensChirp says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-1083</link>
			<description><![CDATA[There was also some discussion on the off-ice plans for next season but I figured I would stick to the hockey stuff in this post.]]></description>
			<dc:creator>SensChirp</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Fri, 18 Mar 2011 11:36:05 -0500</pubDate>
			<guid>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/170-state-of-the-union#comment-1083</guid>
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