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		<title>Slumping Sens Prepare for Nashville</title>
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			<title>Hax says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/609-slumping-sens-prepare-for-nashville#comment-38477</link>
			<description><![CDATA[ Well hold on. The poor breakouts have as much to do with the forwards as the D. I'm not saying it's all on our D that we're not scoring, though we are deeper at forward ATM. You have a semi-valid point only in so far as that the depth at D in the organization isn't as good as our depth at forward. But it's not night and day. In fact, prior to the Turris trade both were close to even IMO. So not sure about your Murray bashing here. With Gonchar for another year, Kuba about to go and Phillips for another two years it's hard to get all our young D to the NHL level. Cowen's got to be considered ahead of schedule by any estimation. And there's at least three guys (Gryba, Wiercioch and Borowiecki) who could be NHLers next year (when we'll have ONE spot open). As for the Suter trade proposals, again, we're closer to being "set" up front than we are on D. Petersson and Silvferberg are both likely to make the team next year (book it if you like). Zibanejad may as well though I don't know that we'd go with three pure rookies. And if you believe the Stone-heads he's ready to play Spezza's wing (though I think he's a year or two away still). So yeah, get me Suter over yet another forward with promise.]]></description>
			<dc:creator>Hax</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Thu, 09 Feb 2012 17:52:36 -0500</pubDate>
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			<title>senskarlsson57 says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/609-slumping-sens-prepare-for-nashville#comment-38471</link>
			<description><![CDATA[[/quotename="hq 8"]The Sens can score on any defense and any goalie - there's not a lack of talent. The issues start on the back end and in getting out of their own zone with the proper structure. I actually think a more challenging goalie helps them focus properly and not half-ass it. isn't that a case of super crazy deja-vu?? werent us fans complaining about this to coincide with Clouston's start in coaching here about two seasons back? was it not BM who went open and said his team needs a couple of PMDs? is that not the reason he got Gonchar?? was that not one of the strong points coming into the season? the rose coloured glasses we all had with Karlsson, Rundblad, Cowen, Wiercioch ready to go. I dont want to sound like I am dumping or piling on here, but those are the facts and it really just amazes me that this is one of the complaints during this streak - that the sens can't break out of the zone properly -AGAIN???!!. I think the biggest shock as this team has gone on to surprise this season is that its still weak in the area which really kicked off the sens downfall in the first place-DEFENSE. I think Bryan Murray is lucky he is in an official rebuild. Any other status (i.e. contending) and this would be probably costing him the job. more proof to my theory here is that more and more people are suggesting trades for Suter and Jack Johnson. Lucky to be in a rebuild?? He started it, and that is what we are in right now which is the reason why we are losing. Do you think if this team was not in a rebuild our defense would look like that?! LOL]]></description>
			<dc:creator>senskarlsson57</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Thu, 09 Feb 2012 16:55:10 -0500</pubDate>
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			<title>SensChirp says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/609-slumping-sens-prepare-for-nashville#comment-38470</link>
			<description><![CDATA[ Working on it now! Long day away from the computer. Apologies for the delay!]]></description>
			<dc:creator>SensChirp</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Thu, 09 Feb 2012 16:55:04 -0500</pubDate>
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			<title>SNOOPY SENIOR says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/609-slumping-sens-prepare-for-nashville#comment-38469</link>
			<description><![CDATA[So Chirp, Are you still planning a Game Day post???]]></description>
			<dc:creator>SNOOPY SENIOR</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Thu, 09 Feb 2012 16:51:56 -0500</pubDate>
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			<title>hq8 says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/609-slumping-sens-prepare-for-nashville#comment-38468</link>
			<description><![CDATA[ The Sens can score on any defense and any goalie - there's not a lack of talent. The issues start on the back end and in getting out of their own zone with the proper structure. I actually think a more challenging goalie helps them focus properly and not half-ass it. isn't that a case of super crazy deja-vu?? werent us fans complaining about this to coincide with Clouston's start in coaching here about two seasons back? was it not BM who went open and said his team needs a couple of PMDs? is that not the reason he got Gonchar?? was that not one of the strong points coming into the season? the rose coloured glasses we all had with Karlsson, Rundblad, Cowen, Wiercioch ready to go. I dont want to sound like I am dumping or piling on here, but those are the facts and it really just amazes me that this is one of the complaints during this streak - that the sens can't break out of the zone properly -AGAIN???!!. I think the biggest shock as this team has gone on to surprise this season is that its still weak in the area which really kicked off the sens downfall in the first place-DEFENSE. I think Bryan Murray is lucky he is in an official rebuild. Any other status (i.e. contending) and this would be probably costing him the job. more proof to my theory here is that more and more people are suggesting trades for Suter and Jack Johnson.]]></description>
			<dc:creator>hq8</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Thu, 09 Feb 2012 16:33:28 -0500</pubDate>
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			<title>hq8 says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/609-slumping-sens-prepare-for-nashville#comment-38467</link>
			<description><![CDATA[ given konopka plays hard, but his skating is only better than carkner's on the team. I would watch out for some really good speed and bang from the fourth line today with Condra, Foligno and O'Brien. they should be better at creating some good chip plays too, especially in the neutral zone. condra is good at that. O'Brien has good speed and is not afraid of the physicality, same for foligno. there is some good potential here guys, be positive lol. now, more importantly, mr.butler. i think noone can deny its defintiely boiler pressure for him right now haha. but it is what it is and this is basically a gift to him by the coaching staff. albeit a desperate one. if he doesnt grab it this time, he better be prepared to waiver himself.]]></description>
			<dc:creator>hq8</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Thu, 09 Feb 2012 16:22:38 -0500</pubDate>
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			<title>Hax says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/609-slumping-sens-prepare-for-nashville#comment-38466</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Thinking about it, I'd rather see Konopka in there and let O'Brien sit. Kono's been playing hard even when the rest of the team isn't. Though I suppose O'Brien is at least possibly part of "the future" and Konopka isn't, so may as well give the ice time to the kid.]]></description>
			<dc:creator>Hax</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Thu, 09 Feb 2012 15:43:55 -0500</pubDate>
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			<title>Zoopy says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/609-slumping-sens-prepare-for-nashville#comment-38465</link>
			<description><![CDATA[ O'Brien]]></description>
			<dc:creator>Zoopy</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Thu, 09 Feb 2012 15:41:58 -0500</pubDate>
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			<title>Hax says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/609-slumping-sens-prepare-for-nashville#comment-38464</link>
			<description><![CDATA[So if Konopka is out who centers the fourth line? O'Brien? Condra? Foligno?]]></description>
			<dc:creator>Hax</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Thu, 09 Feb 2012 15:28:47 -0500</pubDate>
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			<title>Hax says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/609-slumping-sens-prepare-for-nashville#comment-38463</link>
			<description><![CDATA[ Yup but remove Carkner and let the Gryba/BoroCop/W iercioch gang fight for a spot. By the deadline next year you'd have one of those guys in the lineup for Gonchar and have a guy lined up to replace Phillips when he's gone (or the option to finally give up on Lee).]]></description>
			<dc:creator>Hax</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Thu, 09 Feb 2012 15:11:27 -0500</pubDate>
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			<title>Tookie says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/609-slumping-sens-prepare-for-nashville#comment-38462</link>
			<description><![CDATA[ It would be awesome to land Suter, Nashville cant afford him with Weber and Rinne commanding big salaries and Ryan Ellis payday coming up in a few years. Cowen Karlsson Phillips Suter Gonchar Lee Carker]]></description>
			<dc:creator>Tookie</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Thu, 09 Feb 2012 15:04:33 -0500</pubDate>
			<guid>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/609-slumping-sens-prepare-for-nashville#comment-38462</guid>
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			<title>Hax says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/609-slumping-sens-prepare-for-nashville#comment-38461</link>
			<description><![CDATA[ Last time I checked, Carkner was/is the NHL heavyweight champ. Yeah I doubt Carks is happy to be sitting out - he probably would like a shot at Gratz. Konopka won't be happy to be out either - but only because he's too stupid to realize it's for his own good. I say "stupid" in the most flattering way as I like Konopka's bulldog attitude.]]></description>
			<dc:creator>Hax</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Thu, 09 Feb 2012 15:03:56 -0500</pubDate>
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			<title>Tookie says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/609-slumping-sens-prepare-for-nashville#comment-38460</link>
			<description><![CDATA[ Last time I checked, Carkner was/is the NHL heavyweight champ.]]></description>
			<dc:creator>Tookie</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Thu, 09 Feb 2012 14:57:13 -0500</pubDate>
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			<title>Hax says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/609-slumping-sens-prepare-for-nashville#comment-38459</link>
			<description><![CDATA[ The Sens can score on any defense and any goalie - there's not a lack of talent. The issues start on the back end and in getting out of their own zone with the proper structure. I actually think a more challenging goalie helps them focus properly and not half-ass it.]]></description>
			<dc:creator>Hax</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Thu, 09 Feb 2012 14:56:34 -0500</pubDate>
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			<title>miguel says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/609-slumping-sens-prepare-for-nashville#comment-38458</link>
			<description><![CDATA[I do like some of the themes of some of our posters. We are well ahead of where we were at last year, and far better than most predicted this year. Last year we did the right thing at this same time, and dumped large salaries, for picks and future, and we got to see some fresh faces make an impact, gain experience, and we are a much better team for it. It was not easy to part with some guys (Fisher, Kelly) but no one can argue we are a much better team for it. Why not continue on that same path of success, and get rid of some older inflated contracts, that will not be a part of the Stanley Cup winning team, for some youth, and future draft picks? I like Sandy am not overly confident about our chances tonight, however as we have learned this year, when you least expect this team to win... that is when they win! Go Sens Go!!!]]></description>
			<dc:creator>miguel</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Thu, 09 Feb 2012 14:55:42 -0500</pubDate>
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			<title>miguel says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/609-slumping-sens-prepare-for-nashville#comment-38457</link>
			<description><![CDATA[ Love your realistic outlook, but even more love the loyalty... Go Sandy Go!!!]]></description>
			<dc:creator>miguel</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Thu, 09 Feb 2012 14:36:25 -0500</pubDate>
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			<title>Hax says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/609-slumping-sens-prepare-for-nashville#comment-38456</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Gonchar won't move at the deadline. He has a NMC and another year at $5.5M. Phillips won't move at the deadline. He's got two more years and he's one of the "pillars" Murray wants to build around. We won't have to worry about having too many rookies on D next year. And Petersson likely finds himself in the top 6 next year (IMO). Alfie too don't forget.]]></description>
			<dc:creator>Hax</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Thu, 09 Feb 2012 14:35:24 -0500</pubDate>
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			<title>IcySurfas says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/609-slumping-sens-prepare-for-nashville#comment-38455</link>
			<description><![CDATA[ Gonchar and Philips won't go anywhere due to NTC/NMC. Kuba is a different story. Depending on how we play these next 9 games leading up to trade deadline (and how we place in standings) will make a big difference of weather or not Murray looks to ship Kuba out for a pick.]]></description>
			<dc:creator>IcySurfas</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Thu, 09 Feb 2012 14:31:30 -0500</pubDate>
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			<title>chronicsensfan says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/609-slumping-sens-prepare-for-nashville#comment-38454</link>
			<description><![CDATA[I bet Fisher gets a Standing O. As for who to trade or sell at Deadline? I have no issues with letting go of Kuba, Gonchar or Phillips but we can't depend on having so many inexperienced guys on the blue line without some experienced mixed in.. So we would need to replace at least one of them with another, cheaper, decent blue liner.]]></description>
			<dc:creator>chronicsensfan</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Thu, 09 Feb 2012 14:26:21 -0500</pubDate>
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			<title>Dirtysweet says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/609-slumping-sens-prepare-for-nashville#comment-38453</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Burish would be a nice pick up for Ottawa. He still has speed and is a great locker room guy.]]></description>
			<dc:creator>Dirtysweet</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Thu, 09 Feb 2012 14:22:50 -0500</pubDate>
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			<title>IcySurfas says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/609-slumping-sens-prepare-for-nashville#comment-38452</link>
			<description><![CDATA[ Even if they were in the line-up, I don't see Konopka dropping with a heavyweight like McGrattan...Car kner maybe, if he was playing. As far as Neil and McGrattan being on "good terms"...I never saw anything to indicate they weren't. I know Gratz called out Neiler a couple years ago in an interview, but I think that was just a move to try to get himself into the lineup for that game, which never happened. McGrattan (if hes playing) can skate around like an idiot all night looking for a dance partner all he wants, but I don't see that happening tonight. Maybe a friendly Neil and Fisher fight for good ole times. (silly smiles on both faces for the whole tilt). Side note... I hope Fisher gets a good reception tonight. His wife however might get booed by the "conspiracy theorists" though. lol]]></description>
			<dc:creator>IcySurfas</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Thu, 09 Feb 2012 14:16:04 -0500</pubDate>
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			<title>jakester says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/609-slumping-sens-prepare-for-nashville#comment-38451</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Hey Mitchell, Alfie not there next year?]]></description>
			<dc:creator>jakester</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Thu, 09 Feb 2012 14:14:55 -0500</pubDate>
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			<title>Andrews Theory says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/609-slumping-sens-prepare-for-nashville#comment-38450</link>
			<description><![CDATA[ I'm not sure if it's "legal" or not, but they really shouldn't fine a ref simply because he blew a call. They can fine him if he puts his hands on a player or fan or something but not for just making a mistake. And what Milbury knows couldn't hold down a housefly - guy's an ass. while they can't fine a ref, they can sure as shit monitor the number of blatant errors they make and manage them out of the game.]]></description>
			<dc:creator>Andrews Theory</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Thu, 09 Feb 2012 13:59:13 -0500</pubDate>
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			<title>Andrews Theory says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/609-slumping-sens-prepare-for-nashville#comment-38449</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Ryan Suter in the offseason please... If we are on the outside looking in, trade Kuba and Gonchar at the deadline if possible!]]></description>
			<dc:creator>Andrews Theory</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Thu, 09 Feb 2012 13:56:38 -0500</pubDate>
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			<title>Mitchell says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/609-slumping-sens-prepare-for-nashville#comment-38448</link>
			<description><![CDATA[My guess for the 2012/2013 Season Foligno - Spezza - Zibanejad Silfverberg - Turris - Michalek Greening/Condra - Da Costa - Butler Greening/Regin - Smith - Neil Cowen - Karlsson Weircioch - Gonchar Phillips - Lee Anderson Lehner]]></description>
			<dc:creator>Mitchell</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Thu, 09 Feb 2012 13:56:19 -0500</pubDate>
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			<title>Johnny T says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/609-slumping-sens-prepare-for-nashville#comment-38447</link>
			<description><![CDATA[is Mcgratten playing tonight? konopka and carks are probably quite happy to be out of the lineup. hope Neiler is on good terms with him at the moment!]]></description>
			<dc:creator>Johnny T</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Thu, 09 Feb 2012 13:55:26 -0500</pubDate>
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			<title>IcySurfas says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/609-slumping-sens-prepare-for-nashville#comment-38446</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Got a pass from the wife to go watch some Haackey with some buddies tonight. Any chirpers in the west end feel like checking out the game at Local Heroes tonight (on Clyde)? Deal on Coronas (4$) and Bar Rail (3.50$) tonight too. Just throwing it out there.]]></description>
			<dc:creator>IcySurfas</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Thu, 09 Feb 2012 13:51:37 -0500</pubDate>
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			<title>Sandy says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/609-slumping-sens-prepare-for-nashville#comment-38445</link>
			<description><![CDATA[ Completely agree.. good post...]]></description>
			<dc:creator>Sandy</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Thu, 09 Feb 2012 13:47:32 -0500</pubDate>
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			<title>Hax says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/609-slumping-sens-prepare-for-nashville#comment-38444</link>
			<description><![CDATA[ I'm not sure if it's "legal" or not, but they really shouldn't fine a ref simply because he blew a call. They can fine him if he puts his hands on a player or fan or something but not for just making a mistake. And what Milbury knows couldn't hold down a housefly - guy's an ass.]]></description>
			<dc:creator>Hax</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Thu, 09 Feb 2012 13:41:29 -0500</pubDate>
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			<title>Sandy says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/609-slumping-sens-prepare-for-nashville#comment-38443</link>
			<description><![CDATA[If the Sens can only score 1 goal combined on both Elliott & Reimer.. how can they get a goal against what is probably the best goalie in the NHL in Pekka Rinne... behind what is one of the best defenses in the NHL. The Preds have better goaltending & defense than any of the teams the Sens have lost to. I love my Sens.. I cheer loudly... going to the game tonight.. but honestly, I just don't see a win here... I hope I'm wrong....]]></description>
			<dc:creator>Sandy</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Thu, 09 Feb 2012 13:39:19 -0500</pubDate>
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			<title>Patrick1 says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/609-slumping-sens-prepare-for-nashville#comment-38442</link>
			<description><![CDATA[My two cents: No one wants the Sens to do better than I/we do but the realist in me says that even if we made the playoffs we'd be out in round 1. I would much prefer to see us be a seller at the trade deadline and not make a foolish trade - last minute trades are not BM's strength. Let's build for a strong future through the draft and free agency. Thanks to BM's management of the finances we are in very good shape financially leading into next year. I also like very much the Turris trade (as I shared when it was first announced - much to the chagrin of most on this site) and how we've stocked the cupboard with quality draft prospects. Let's continue to experiment, get better, but let's please not fool ourselves into thinking we're better than we are. As far as I'm concerned, the Sens have already exceeded the expectations of most this season. Great site SC and keep up the good work ... BTW - I quite enjoy reading the contributions made by the other two posters.]]></description>
			<dc:creator>Patrick1</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Thu, 09 Feb 2012 13:34:53 -0500</pubDate>
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			<title>Sandy says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/609-slumping-sens-prepare-for-nashville#comment-38441</link>
			<description><![CDATA[ Remember how Rundblad was Magic #7 and got all those points in the SEL? Reality set in in the NHL and he got traded and now he's in Phoenix's farm system. The NHL is TONS fast far more physical and vicious and an 82 grind,soul-crus hing grindfest. I expect Szilfverberg will need some serious NHL seasoning and probably tops out at a 15-25, 45-50 point guy at the NHL level. Also, Team 1200 saying AULD is IN and KONOPKA/CARKNER OUT! PRAISE PAUL! I have to admit I was one of those who was sitting here last year praising the new heroes of this year Runblad Butler DaCosta and then later Filatov, but it seems it takes a little more time for most to develope. So to expect Silfverberg, Prince, Stone, to step in next year and produce in top 6 spots, is a little farfetched. I hope I am wrong Silfverberg will play with the Sens.... Prince & Stone will be in Bingo... Silfverberg is older than those 2 and has played against men in the SEL. I know the same was said of Rundblad... but it is probably easier for a forward to fit into the NHL than a defenseman...]]></description>
			<dc:creator>Sandy</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Thu, 09 Feb 2012 13:34:23 -0500</pubDate>
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			<title>Sandy says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/609-slumping-sens-prepare-for-nashville#comment-38440</link>
			<description><![CDATA[ You can't fine a ref for blowing a call, but there should be some recourse for the team during the game. If it's a call that either impacts a goal/no goal decision then the booth in Toronto should be allowed to overrule. Not sure what the exact criteria would be but something along the lines of tied or one-goal games in the third period Toronto gets a chance to overrule any penalty call? Obviously only when it's clear that the wrong call was made or something. But yeah something to prevent refs from being the negative focus of a game. I guess they can't review goaltender inference on goals.. that has to change next year. It would not take long to determine if it is or not... Apparently there was another incident in the Anaheim & Carolina game last night.. in overtime. Corey Perry tripped a Carolina player... no penalty then Perry scores the overtime winner. Definitely a mistake by the ref.. or so I heard on the radio this morning. The ref was.... Tim Peel. So I guess it's not just the Sens that they screw over... That non-call in overtime affected the result in the game.. that should not happen.]]></description>
			<dc:creator>Sandy</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Thu, 09 Feb 2012 13:29:19 -0500</pubDate>
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			<title>The Apostle says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/609-slumping-sens-prepare-for-nashville#comment-38439</link>
			<description><![CDATA[@MIguel I think it's likely that Kuba's improved play has more to do with him not recovering from a broken leg, having a solid off season and training camp and having a better coach than just throwing out the lazy contract year argument. I don't want both of Gonchar or Kuba both here next year and if Gonchar goes I think serious consideration will be given to re-signing Kuba should the contract make sense for the organisation. I can see the attraction of going with the young guys too but if we do there should be no comments bitching about the amount of mistakes that they WILL make (and we all know how rational we all are on here). Next year we have Karlsson, Cowen and Phillips as sure things. One (hopefully) of Gonchar and Kuba. One or both of Lee and Carkner. That makes 5 or 6. I think Carkner is generally happy being a 7th dman - and he's cheap. Then you have Gryba, Boroweicki and WireCock (who will all still be on 2 way deals - maybe not Gryba) taking turns showing us what they can do. Having 2 of the Bingo boys playing regularly is a gamble. That situation changes if we can trade for a legitimate top 4 blueliner or sign one as a UFA. However, I think either of these are unlikely. If we can do that then there is probably no room for Carkner and maybe no room for Lee. What we absolutely should not do is bring in somebody who can't play in our top 4 night in, night out. Only one of Gonchar and Kuba are guaranteed that role because Phillips is here long term. If Gonchar is here post deadline then I agree Kuba should be and will be gone.]]></description>
			<dc:creator>The Apostle</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Thu, 09 Feb 2012 13:25:39 -0500</pubDate>
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			<title>BMKING says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/609-slumping-sens-prepare-for-nashville#comment-38438</link>
			<description><![CDATA[HERE'S A THOUGHT... Lets not press the panic bottom but make a very small move... Put Butler on waivers and bring up Andre Petersson and let him play the rest of the season... A minor change is all that is needed... What is missing is scoring and butler aint doing it... butler experience is over...]]></description>
			<dc:creator>BMKING</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Thu, 09 Feb 2012 13:23:48 -0500</pubDate>
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			<title>Sensnation says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/609-slumping-sens-prepare-for-nashville#comment-38437</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Great to finally see Lee in the lineup tonight! Hopefully Auld can keep his stuff together long enough to pull out this win. Gonna enjoy watching the boys finally get a win here. Top to bottom effort, we're going to need it! 4-3 for the Sens. GO SENS GO!!!]]></description>
			<dc:creator>Sensnation</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Thu, 09 Feb 2012 13:23:06 -0500</pubDate>
			<guid>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/609-slumping-sens-prepare-for-nashville#comment-38437</guid>
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			<title>Sandy says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/609-slumping-sens-prepare-for-nashville#comment-38436</link>
			<description><![CDATA[ Heard that this morning as well.... question is.. what team could take them and fit under the cap... but then again... any team would unload to sign that pair. If it were only true...]]></description>
			<dc:creator>Sandy</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Thu, 09 Feb 2012 13:18:00 -0500</pubDate>
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			<title>miguel says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/609-slumping-sens-prepare-for-nashville#comment-38435</link>
			<description><![CDATA[ You want to trade Shane Prince... not happening. Heard on the Team 1200 this morning.. that Murray told the 'press' he will not be a buyer at the deadline. Price is too expensive and he is not giving up his future for that... Good for him... Win or lose tonight, this info is reason enough to celebrate! Our history of buyers has been horrible.]]></description>
			<dc:creator>miguel</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Thu, 09 Feb 2012 13:12:26 -0500</pubDate>
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			<title>Sandy says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/609-slumping-sens-prepare-for-nashville#comment-38434</link>
			<description><![CDATA[ The Sens would do that in a heartbeat but would CBJ? I thought Mason was crap...]]></description>
			<dc:creator>Sandy</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Thu, 09 Feb 2012 13:11:18 -0500</pubDate>
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			<title>SwedishSens says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/609-slumping-sens-prepare-for-nashville#comment-38433</link>
			<description><![CDATA[ Hey Fail...let me guess how your average date goes. You wear your best Don Juan outfit, pick the girl up at her place (shes smoking hot), and bring her to a nice restuarant. While waiting for your seat, you grab a drink with her at the bar and your throwing all your best lines and moves on her. She giggles and touches your arm, "oh your so sweet", she whispers. With your confidence peaked as you run through your head all the different ways your going to throw it to this hottie at the end of the date, you reach for your drink and as you do, you notice a tampon sticking out of her purse". You slam your drink down and think "ah shit, game over, dates done, no sex for me." You stand up and tell her "Sorry sweetcakes, I gotta run. Its been great. Here's some bus fare." All Im saying is...have a little faith dude. Haha that's good one but like your story u have too notice when there's blood in water and 8 straight tonight]]></description>
			<dc:creator>SwedishSens</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Thu, 09 Feb 2012 13:09:55 -0500</pubDate>
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			<title>Sandy says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/609-slumping-sens-prepare-for-nashville#comment-38432</link>
			<description><![CDATA[ You want to trade Shane Prince... not happening. Heard on the Team 1200 this morning.. that Murray told the 'press' he will not be a buyer at the deadline. Price is too expensive and he is not giving up his future for that... Good for him...]]></description>
			<dc:creator>Sandy</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Thu, 09 Feb 2012 13:07:17 -0500</pubDate>
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			<title>yawnzzz says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/609-slumping-sens-prepare-for-nashville#comment-38431</link>
			<description><![CDATA[ You can't fine a ref for blowing a call, but there should be some recourse for the team during the game. If it's a call that either impacts a goal/no goal decision then the booth in Toronto should be allowed to overrule. Not sure what the exact criteria would be but something along the lines of tied or one-goal games in the third period Toronto gets a chance to overrule any penalty call? Obviously only when it's clear that the wrong call was made or something. But yeah something to prevent refs from being the negative focus of a game. Is it a fact that they can't be fined? Mike Milbury suggested Shannahan Fine the Ref, so it must me somehow possible]]></description>
			<dc:creator>yawnzzz</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Thu, 09 Feb 2012 13:05:34 -0500</pubDate>
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			<title>miguel says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/609-slumping-sens-prepare-for-nashville#comment-38430</link>
			<description><![CDATA[@Apostle, I love the way you back up your arguments.... I do mean that :) And yes I have to agree on the Kuba improvement... but you have to ask yourself where has he been for the past 3 years? Is it just a coincedence that he is having his best year in the final year of his possibly last contract? He is not a player I want my youth developing around, he is purely all about Kuba, and not about the team. He is the best of a really bad D, and quite frankly when we need our leaders the most to be leaders, where is he? He too has been awful during this losing streak, and I will not forget how terrible the real Kuba was for the last 3 years, and will no doubt get worse with age. I beg get what we can for him at the deadline and lets see what Boro, Gyrba or Weircoch can bring for the rest of the year, and then if they fail, look at a UFA... IMO only of course.]]></description>
			<dc:creator>miguel</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Thu, 09 Feb 2012 13:03:48 -0500</pubDate>
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			<title>The Apostle says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/609-slumping-sens-prepare-for-nashville#comment-38429</link>
			<description><![CDATA[ I'm not convinced anybody is advocating signing him, but if you can't see how there is a logical turn of events that could lead to him being re-signed then you just aren't paying close enough attention. We had this huge logjam on defence and he was the obvious part to be moved. That logjam has eased slightly because we have no Rundblad and whilst the other players in Bingo warrant consideration none of them have blown Murray, MacLean or KK away this year. There are NO dead certs to be on the Sens roster on the blueline in Bingo at the moment, Boroweicki is the closest. If we can move Gonchar (doubtful) that frees up more space. I get the hate for Kuba but he is the most improved player for the team this year and as plenty of people are saying about Michalek "he is finally injury free and is playing his best hockey in Ottawa." Kuba has the 2nd highest TOI and leads the defence in plus/minus. He must be doing some things right. I also think that Karlsson seems to be at his most comfortable alongside him. If we don't have the money (not cap space it's different) to make a big FA signing and the management don't think the Bingo blueline are ready for a full role then why wouldn't they look at what it would take to re-sign him for another year. Let me be clear so you don't get over-excited with the thumbs down button, I would like to see Kuba moved for a pick at the deadline, but re-signing him can make sense and wouldn't overly harm the rebuild. We have seen some of the mistakes an experienced blueline make, to expect the bingo guys not to do the same next year if they are here is just wishful thinking.]]></description>
			<dc:creator>The Apostle</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Thu, 09 Feb 2012 12:54:52 -0500</pubDate>
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			<title>miguel says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/609-slumping-sens-prepare-for-nashville#comment-38428</link>
			<description><![CDATA[[ Agreed...And to add to that a Bargain and cap friendly with a few more years left on the contract]]></description>
			<dc:creator>miguel</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Thu, 09 Feb 2012 12:51:54 -0500</pubDate>
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			<title>SensChirp says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/609-slumping-sens-prepare-for-nashville#comment-38427</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Game day post will be late today. Away from the computer. Auld starts,Butler and Lee in for Konopka and Carknera]]></description>
			<dc:creator>SensChirp</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Thu, 09 Feb 2012 12:47:58 -0500</pubDate>
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			<title>miguel says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/609-slumping-sens-prepare-for-nashville#comment-38426</link>
			<description><![CDATA[ Remember how Rundblad was Magic #7 and got all those points in the SEL? Reality set in in the NHL and he got traded and now he's in Phoenix's farm system. The NHL is TONS fast far more physical and vicious and an 82 grind,soul-crus hing grindfest. I expect Szilfverberg will need some serious NHL seasoning and probably tops out at a 15-25, 45-50 point guy at the NHL level. Also, Team 1200 saying AULD is IN and KONOPKA/CARKNER OUT! PRAISE PAUL! I have to admit I was one of those who was sitting here last year praising the new heroes of this year Runblad Butler DaCosta and then later Filatov, but it seems it takes a little more time for most to develope. So to expect Silfverberg, Prince, Stone, to step in next year and produce in top 6 spots, is a little farfetched. I hope I am wrong]]></description>
			<dc:creator>miguel</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Thu, 09 Feb 2012 12:46:27 -0500</pubDate>
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			<title>Tookie says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/609-slumping-sens-prepare-for-nashville#comment-38425</link>
			<description><![CDATA[ Hey Fail...let me guess how your average date goes. You wear your best Don Juan outfit, pick the girl up at her place (shes smoking hot), and bring her to a nice restuarant. While waiting for your seat, you grab a drink with her at the bar and your throwing all your best lines and moves on her. She giggles and touches your arm, "oh your so sweet", she whispers. With your confidence peaked as you run through your head all the different ways your going to throw it to this hottie at the end of the date, you reach for your drink and as you do, you notice a tampon sticking out of her purse". You slam your drink down and think "ah shit, game over, dates done, no sex for me." You stand up and tell her "Sorry sweetcakes, I gotta run. Its been great. Here's some bus fare." All Im saying is...have a little faith dude. LMAO, oh wait, you mean you....would... .umm yeah here's some bus fair sounds about right...]]></description>
			<dc:creator>Tookie</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Thu, 09 Feb 2012 12:46:07 -0500</pubDate>
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			<title>Dorkiewicz says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/609-slumping-sens-prepare-for-nashville#comment-38424</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Michalek for Jack Johnson!?! Not a fucking chance. I don't mean that LA wouldn't do it, I mean the Sens aren't taking that trade...EVER. Why are so many people down on Michalek? He's not the type of player we should be trading. He's not dead weight or old. He's skilled and young, plus he's a top 6 forward and we need all of those we can get.]]></description>
			<dc:creator>Dorkiewicz</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Thu, 09 Feb 2012 12:43:49 -0500</pubDate>
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			<title>The Apostle says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/609-slumping-sens-prepare-for-nashville#comment-38423</link>
			<description><![CDATA[I don't think Kuba or da Costa work as part of a big trade scenario unless the team they are going to already knows what their next contracts are going to be. I know they kind of offset Penner as his contract is also up but I would rather we see what we have with players like Silfverburg, Petersson, Stone, Zbad (who all have a chance to at least contrubute to the Sens next year) than bring in any winger who isn't a slam dunk top 6 game changer.]]></description>
			<dc:creator>The Apostle</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Thu, 09 Feb 2012 12:39:30 -0500</pubDate>
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			<title>Hax says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/609-slumping-sens-prepare-for-nashville#comment-38422</link>
			<description><![CDATA[ You can't fine a ref for blowing a call, but there should be some recourse for the team during the game. If it's a call that either impacts a goal/no goal decision then the booth in Toronto should be allowed to overrule. Not sure what the exact criteria would be but something along the lines of tied or one-goal games in the third period Toronto gets a chance to overrule any penalty call? Obviously only when it's clear that the wrong call was made or something. But yeah something to prevent refs from being the negative focus of a game.]]></description>
			<dc:creator>Hax</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Thu, 09 Feb 2012 12:38:51 -0500</pubDate>
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			<title>miguel says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/609-slumping-sens-prepare-for-nashville#comment-38421</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Sorry but I am a little confused about the Kuba talk. For the past two years we have been paying this guy 12 million for a minus a million. Have been hoping to unload him, but b/c of his remaining contract NO ONE would touch him so we were stuck with him. Now that he is having a decent year with nothing left on his contract, therefore easier to move, and get something back, there is still talk of keeping him and god forbid RESIGNING HIM! Really? Look I was against the Phillips handling, and granted he is a loyal soldier and deserved the resigning, but please people do not forget we paid this guy for nothing for the first 3 years of his contract, so lets cash in on what he is worth, and part ways. After his next signing he will be back to minus a million.]]></description>
			<dc:creator>miguel</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Thu, 09 Feb 2012 12:38:27 -0500</pubDate>
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			<title>Sens1963 says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/609-slumping-sens-prepare-for-nashville#comment-38420</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Are you for real? WOW... "Man on a Ledge". When their playing WAY over their heads you support them, but now that they are in a slump, off the bandwagon you go.... If the Young Sens need anything to pull them out of the slump it for the fans to show their support. We all expected this yound teem to make mistakes and to have their ups and downs this year. As fans we have to roll with it if the rebuild is going to work. ]]></description>
			<dc:creator>Sens1963</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Thu, 09 Feb 2012 12:34:25 -0500</pubDate>
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			<title>DenisVial says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/609-slumping-sens-prepare-for-nashville#comment-38419</link>
			<description><![CDATA[ They are going to want more than that. They will want Lehner if they are giving up Bernier.]]></description>
			<dc:creator>DenisVial</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Thu, 09 Feb 2012 12:27:41 -0500</pubDate>
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			<title>yawnzzz says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/609-slumping-sens-prepare-for-nashville#comment-38418</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Off topic... Anyone catch the bruins sabers game last night? Sabers were up 1-0 early, but bruins tied it up shortly after Unfortunately for the Bruins, Dan O'Halloran and the boys saw it differently. The goal was disallowed for "incidental contact with the goalkeeper" of course upon replay, like most of the game changing calls these days, the bruins player didn't touch the goalie, but was in fact pushed by a D man, and hit by the goalie. Even so it wasnt clear cut contact with the goalie. http://youtu.be/7uQAUFi1flo The sabers went on to with 6-0, but imagine if that goal counted early to tie it at 1-1 before the flood gates opened I'm not the biggest Pierre Mcguire fan, but I agree when he said calls like that "changes the whole dynamic of hockey" They even suggested the ref be fined, which would be a great way to keep these guys in line. You can say it's a fast game until you are blue in the face, When it comes to a disallowed or allowed goal, you can't guess, which the ref clearly did in this case. The only real way around this is to allow a "challenge" or two like in football. Losing your timeout if you are wrong, or maybe a minor penalty. One quick replay followed by an official decision will solve all this nonsense]]></description>
			<dc:creator>yawnzzz</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Thu, 09 Feb 2012 12:25:29 -0500</pubDate>
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			<title>RRR11 says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/609-slumping-sens-prepare-for-nashville#comment-38417</link>
			<description><![CDATA[What about making a big trade with LA To LA -Kuba -Michalek -DaCosta -2nd rounder To Ottawa -Johnson -Penner -Bernier Any Thoughts???]]></description>
			<dc:creator>RRR11</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Thu, 09 Feb 2012 12:09:36 -0500</pubDate>
			<guid>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/609-slumping-sens-prepare-for-nashville#comment-38417</guid>
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			<title>The Apostle says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/609-slumping-sens-prepare-for-nashville#comment-38416</link>
			<description><![CDATA[ To be clear (again) I don't want us to tinker around the edges. We don't win anything with a trade scenario involving a couple of 3rd liners for another 3rd liner. Quality gets you quality, trash gets you trash. If there is a BIG trade out there and it means we give up our 1st, Michalek and a prospect or two for somebody of the calibre of Ryan Getzlaf or Rick Nash then I think we should do it - we have the forward prospects to cover it. I just don't think that trade is there for us to do at the moment. The only younglings (2 star wars references today - god i need a life) that are untouchable are Karlsson and Cowen and that's because we don't have the dman prospect depth that we do with the forwards.]]></description>
			<dc:creator>The Apostle</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Thu, 09 Feb 2012 12:07:59 -0500</pubDate>
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			<title>SENSible Musings says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/609-slumping-sens-prepare-for-nashville#comment-38415</link>
			<description><![CDATA[ Remember how Rundblad was Magic #7 and got all those points in the SEL? Reality set in in the NHL and he got traded and now he's in Phoenix's farm system. The NHL is TONS fast far more physical and vicious and an 82 grind,soul-crus hing grindfest. I expect Szilfverberg will need some serious NHL seasoning and probably tops out at a 15-25, 45-50 point guy at the NHL level. Also, Team 1200 saying AULD is IN and KONOPKA/CARKNER OUT! PRAISE PAUL!]]></description>
			<dc:creator>SENSible Musings</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Thu, 09 Feb 2012 12:07:49 -0500</pubDate>
			<guid>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/609-slumping-sens-prepare-for-nashville#comment-38415</guid>
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			<title>The Apostle says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/609-slumping-sens-prepare-for-nashville#comment-38414</link>
			<description><![CDATA[ Agreed I don't think moving out anybody for picks stalls the rebuild. What I don't want is for us to tinker round the edges and move Kuba or Gonchar out for the sake of it and leave us in the same position but with a different name. I'd rather we moved players out and actually moved us back a step or two in the short term. I can still see a situation where Kuba gets resigned next year (especially if Gonchar can be moved) but if we get somebody offering a 2nd or 3rd for him we should absolutely do it. Kuba seems to settle karlsson down in a way nobody else does.]]></description>
			<dc:creator>The Apostle</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Thu, 09 Feb 2012 12:00:28 -0500</pubDate>
			<guid>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/609-slumping-sens-prepare-for-nashville#comment-38414</guid>
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			<title>Sensational Sens Fan says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/609-slumping-sens-prepare-for-nashville#comment-38413</link>
			<description><![CDATA[ I remember that game. It was in Nashville, not Ottawa.]]></description>
			<dc:creator>Sensational Sens Fan</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Thu, 09 Feb 2012 12:00:27 -0500</pubDate>
			<guid>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/609-slumping-sens-prepare-for-nashville#comment-38413</guid>
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			<title>miguel says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/609-slumping-sens-prepare-for-nashville#comment-38412</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Simply Kuba has to go, playoffs or not, he will not win us a round, and will be gone after this year, so let the market dictate what he is worth (lets hope a second round) and be done with it Gonchar will not be touched, he is this years version of Kuba, bad contract and worse play, his play will no doubt be better next year (contract year) and we can dump him at that point]]></description>
			<dc:creator>miguel</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Thu, 09 Feb 2012 11:59:35 -0500</pubDate>
			<guid>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/609-slumping-sens-prepare-for-nashville#comment-38412</guid>
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			<title>MoeDozer says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/609-slumping-sens-prepare-for-nashville#comment-38411</link>
			<description><![CDATA[ian_mendes Ian Mendes The last time Alex Auld faced the Predators as a member of the Sens, he posted a 2-0 shutout win in Ottawa on Feb. 16, 2009. via twitter]]></description>
			<dc:creator>MoeDozer</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Thu, 09 Feb 2012 11:47:22 -0500</pubDate>
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			<title>Hax says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/609-slumping-sens-prepare-for-nashville#comment-38410</link>
			<description><![CDATA[ I don't think The Apostle was talking about that sort of scenario. More the "trade Gonchar for a young winger" type posts. Though I am against moving any of the guys on your list unless we *know* we're getting someone back that will fit in the rebuild. Michalek is 26 and I know you think he's peaked but I would disagree. The rest of the guys you mention haven't yet established that they can play in the NHL - though a good number of them will at some point. So if we could package a couple of "not established yet" for a single established guy then it could make sense. I personally am always wary of trading away guys we are excited about but it's the only way to get quality players back. Nobody's going to give us a top 4 D for our healthy scratches.]]></description>
			<dc:creator>Hax</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Thu, 09 Feb 2012 11:41:30 -0500</pubDate>
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			<title>McLovin says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/609-slumping-sens-prepare-for-nashville#comment-38409</link>
			<description><![CDATA[ He makes Philips less terrible And for all the kids out there still dumping on Cowen, how many rookie D out there avg over 20 mins of ice time? There's no one back there to insulate him - so lay off. PS where's Peluso? that guy was funny]]></description>
			<dc:creator>McLovin</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Thu, 09 Feb 2012 11:40:42 -0500</pubDate>
			<guid>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/609-slumping-sens-prepare-for-nashville#comment-38409</guid>
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			<title>Tookie says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/609-slumping-sens-prepare-for-nashville#comment-38408</link>
			<description><![CDATA[ Well said. Though I do think we can move Kuba at the deadline without taking garbarge back. It will boil down to what sort of picks someone will offer. I don't think we should move him for a 7th rounder if we've still got a shot at the playoffs but if we're 99% out of the running then why not? I think we should get more than a 7th of course, just using that as an example. Remember Kaberle fetched a first, second and a prospect. Kuba's not at that value of course but I'm hoping he can fetch a second round pick at least. CBJ is looking to unload and if they do, they are looking at prospects in return, 1st round picks and young roster players. Whats wrong with Michalek, Condra, Z-Bad, Lehner, Da Costa, Stone, Puemple, Noesen, Pageau, Prince, all of those are garbage now? your too funny? We could easily package a few of them and with Michalek and our 1st for either a superstar D or FW and still be in good shape for the rebuild.]]></description>
			<dc:creator>Tookie</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Thu, 09 Feb 2012 11:34:38 -0500</pubDate>
			<guid>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/609-slumping-sens-prepare-for-nashville#comment-38408</guid>
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			<title>Hax says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/609-slumping-sens-prepare-for-nashville#comment-38407</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Alex "Always" Auld]]></description>
			<dc:creator>Hax</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Thu, 09 Feb 2012 11:29:13 -0500</pubDate>
			<guid>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/609-slumping-sens-prepare-for-nashville#comment-38407</guid>
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			<title>Dirtysweet says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/609-slumping-sens-prepare-for-nashville#comment-38406</link>
			<description><![CDATA[From the "little name dropper"....... Suter and Parise are best friends and maybe trying to orchestrate being sent to the same team. All I can say is Sham WOW!!]]></description>
			<dc:creator>Dirtysweet</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Thu, 09 Feb 2012 11:28:08 -0500</pubDate>
			<guid>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/609-slumping-sens-prepare-for-nashville#comment-38406</guid>
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			<title>IcySurfas says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/609-slumping-sens-prepare-for-nashville#comment-38405</link>
			<description><![CDATA[ Hey Fail...let me guess how your average date goes. You wear your best Don Juan outfit, pick the girl up at her place (shes smoking hot), and bring her to a nice restuarant. While waiting for your seat, you grab a drink with her at the bar and your throwing all your best lines and moves on her. She giggles and touches your arm, "oh your so sweet", she whispers. With your confidence peaked as you run through your head all the different ways your going to throw it to this hottie at the end of the date, you reach for your drink and as you do, you notice a tampon sticking out of her purse". You slam your drink down and think "ah shit, game over, dates done, no sex for me." You stand up and tell her "Sorry sweetcakes, I gotta run. Its been great. Here's some bus fare." All Im saying is...have a little faith dude.]]></description>
			<dc:creator>IcySurfas</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Thu, 09 Feb 2012 11:27:35 -0500</pubDate>
			<guid>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/609-slumping-sens-prepare-for-nashville#comment-38405</guid>
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			<title>Hax says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/609-slumping-sens-prepare-for-nashville#comment-38404</link>
			<description><![CDATA[I wonder if any team has an overpaid back up goalie with a year left on the contract but desperately needs a PMD?]]></description>
			<dc:creator>Hax</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Thu, 09 Feb 2012 11:25:09 -0500</pubDate>
			<guid>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/609-slumping-sens-prepare-for-nashville#comment-38404</guid>
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			<title>Hax says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/609-slumping-sens-prepare-for-nashville#comment-38403</link>
			<description><![CDATA[ Well said. Though I do think we can move Kuba at the deadline without taking garbarge back. It will boil down to what sort of picks someone will offer. I don't think we should move him for a 7th rounder if we've still got a shot at the playoffs but if we're 99% out of the running then why not? I think we should get more than a 7th of course, just using that as an example. Remember Kaberle fetched a first, second and a prospect. Kuba's not at that value of course but I'm hoping he can fetch a second round pick at least.]]></description>
			<dc:creator>Hax</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Thu, 09 Feb 2012 11:22:19 -0500</pubDate>
			<guid>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/609-slumping-sens-prepare-for-nashville#comment-38403</guid>
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			<title>The Apostle says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/609-slumping-sens-prepare-for-nashville#comment-38402</link>
			<description><![CDATA[I'm still amused by the number of trade proposals floating around here and other sites that basically have us giving up our shit and getting back quality in return. Here are three 3rd/4th line grinders for your possible franchise centre? What about 2 players who have done nothing in the NHL for your no 4 defenceman? No, Ok, but there was no reason to laugh down the phone at me... It's like when there was all this talk of us getting rid of players like Winchester and expect a 2nd liner back. The only time it's different is trade deadline day. If we get somebody to take Gonchar off our roster we will have to take salary back. At the moment we shouldn't take any salary or contract back on the forward line because that's where all our top drawer prospects not on the current roster are. We can take salary back on the dline because we have space boith from a body persepctive and a salary perspective - but if a team needs d badly enough to want Gonchar's extra year then they won't have D to give us. I would love nothing more than to move Gonchar or Kuba at the deadline but you have to be realistic and you have to realise that our problems will only get another teams problem back (whether that is a bad contract or a "problem" player). That worked out for us with Turris/Rundblad , but it might not this time. We should't stall the rebuild just to get players out of the way now. Patience, my padowan learners.]]></description>
			<dc:creator>The Apostle</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Thu, 09 Feb 2012 11:12:58 -0500</pubDate>
			<guid>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/609-slumping-sens-prepare-for-nashville#comment-38402</guid>
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			<title>Hax says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/609-slumping-sens-prepare-for-nashville#comment-38401</link>
			<description><![CDATA[ How do you define a "ton"? Kuba - one pick or maybe two Konopka - one pick and not a great one (if we even move him) Carkner - worth less than Konopka Winchester - injured Or do we have a stash of UFAs I don't know about?]]></description>
			<dc:creator>Hax</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Thu, 09 Feb 2012 11:10:32 -0500</pubDate>
			<guid>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/609-slumping-sens-prepare-for-nashville#comment-38401</guid>
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			<title>jasonontheoldsenschirp says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/609-slumping-sens-prepare-for-nashville#comment-38400</link>
			<description><![CDATA[BRIAN LEE IS BACK WOOHOOOOOO]]></description>
			<dc:creator>jasonontheoldsenschirp</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Thu, 09 Feb 2012 11:09:51 -0500</pubDate>
			<guid>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/609-slumping-sens-prepare-for-nashville#comment-38400</guid>
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			<title>SwedishSens says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/609-slumping-sens-prepare-for-nashville#comment-38399</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Alex auld starts tonight Jesus 8 straight losses]]></description>
			<dc:creator>SwedishSens</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Thu, 09 Feb 2012 11:08:53 -0500</pubDate>
			<guid>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/609-slumping-sens-prepare-for-nashville#comment-38399</guid>
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			<title>MoeDozer says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/609-slumping-sens-prepare-for-nashville#comment-38398</link>
			<description><![CDATA[why would we give columbus lehner back (indirectly) in the leclaire trade, we got lehner with that 2nd rounder.. mason is overrated just like leclaire. CBJ just played an amazing shutdown D system thanks to hitchcock.. and we clearly see it reflect now on elliot`s stats]]></description>
			<dc:creator>MoeDozer</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Thu, 09 Feb 2012 11:08:19 -0500</pubDate>
			<guid>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/609-slumping-sens-prepare-for-nashville#comment-38398</guid>
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			<title>Hax says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/609-slumping-sens-prepare-for-nashville#comment-38397</link>
			<description><![CDATA[I want a few wins in a row. Not because I care about our place in the standings but only because a few wins will put a stop to the utter lunacy on these boards. My neck is sore from shaking my head at the laughable trade proposals and player assessments. Yikes.]]></description>
			<dc:creator>Hax</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Thu, 09 Feb 2012 11:05:34 -0500</pubDate>
			<guid>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/609-slumping-sens-prepare-for-nashville#comment-38397</guid>
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			<title>miguel says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/609-slumping-sens-prepare-for-nashville#comment-38396</link>
			<description><![CDATA[ Sorry here I have to disagree, I really struggle to find anything of value that Gonchar brings. PP specialist... we have one of the worst PP even with Karlsson. Defensive play, anyone who is paired with him looks awfully bad... Phillips struggled with him, Cowen struggles with him. If we can get anything to get him our of our lineup it would be a win Agree. But unless Gonchar agress to something, hes not going anywhere cause of his NMC/NTC. Only loophole in that one is on Jan 1st (2013), he must provide a list of 10 teams that we are allowed to trade him too up until the trade deadline next season. I think we really are stuck with this guy. If a real contender came knocking...mayb e he'd consider, but I wouldn't hold my breath on that. ah yes thats right I forgot about that NMC, but the way he has played for us... he really did not need that in his contract, b/c he has played himself into a no movement, by his lousy play :)]]></description>
			<dc:creator>miguel</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Thu, 09 Feb 2012 10:39:17 -0500</pubDate>
			<guid>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/609-slumping-sens-prepare-for-nashville#comment-38396</guid>
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			<title>Tookie says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/609-slumping-sens-prepare-for-nashville#comment-38395</link>
			<description><![CDATA[ This man ^ speaks the truth!]]></description>
			<dc:creator>Tookie</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Thu, 09 Feb 2012 10:20:37 -0500</pubDate>
			<guid>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/609-slumping-sens-prepare-for-nashville#comment-38395</guid>
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			<title>jakester says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/609-slumping-sens-prepare-for-nashville#comment-38394</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Carter has a long contract but Cap hit of 5,2 million not of the GOMEZ variety! + this guy can score lots of goals not like GOMER haha!]]></description>
			<dc:creator>jakester</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Thu, 09 Feb 2012 10:20:28 -0500</pubDate>
			<guid>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/609-slumping-sens-prepare-for-nashville#comment-38394</guid>
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			<title>jakester says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/609-slumping-sens-prepare-for-nashville#comment-38393</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Funny - wasn't Turris believed to be a Cancer in the Phoenix room?]]></description>
			<dc:creator>jakester</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Thu, 09 Feb 2012 10:15:11 -0500</pubDate>
			<guid>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/609-slumping-sens-prepare-for-nashville#comment-38393</guid>
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			<title>IcySurfas says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/609-slumping-sens-prepare-for-nashville#comment-38392</link>
			<description><![CDATA[ Sorry here I have to disagree, I really struggle to find anything of value that Gonchar brings. PP specialist... we have one of the worst PP even with Karlsson. Defensive play, anyone who is paired with him looks awfully bad... Phillips struggled with him, Cowen struggles with him. If we can get anything to get him our of our lineup it would be a win Agree. But unless Gonchar agress to something, hes not going anywhere cause of his NMC/NTC. Only loophole in that one is on Jan 1st (2013), he must provide a list of 10 teams that we are allowed to trade him too up until the trade deadline next season. I think we really are stuck with this guy. If a real contender came knocking...mayb e he'd consider, but I wouldn't hold my breath on that.]]></description>
			<dc:creator>IcySurfas</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Thu, 09 Feb 2012 10:13:11 -0500</pubDate>
			<guid>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/609-slumping-sens-prepare-for-nashville#comment-38392</guid>
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			<title>jakester says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/609-slumping-sens-prepare-for-nashville#comment-38391</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Mason hasn't really been the number one. I'd give our first than instead of a 3rd(if we really had to). We'll pick up a ton of picks when we trade our UFA's. We'd have a sick lineup - 3 good centers with a ton of quality wingers coming through the system.]]></description>
			<dc:creator>jakester</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Thu, 09 Feb 2012 10:13:00 -0500</pubDate>
			<guid>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/609-slumping-sens-prepare-for-nashville#comment-38391</guid>
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			<title>Dirtysweet says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/609-slumping-sens-prepare-for-nashville#comment-38390</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Dosn't Carter have a long term massive contract? Plus he's rumored to be a cancer in the dressing room.]]></description>
			<dc:creator>Dirtysweet</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Thu, 09 Feb 2012 10:12:22 -0500</pubDate>
			<guid>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/609-slumping-sens-prepare-for-nashville#comment-38390</guid>
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			<title>Tookie says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/609-slumping-sens-prepare-for-nashville#comment-38389</link>
			<description><![CDATA[ It looks like we are giving up a bit more but they are giving up a prized piece and their #1 goalie. We are not giving them a #1 goalie in return? They would be stuck in deep water without a #1. Lehner is shitting the bed in the AHL and might not be the goalie everyone thought he would turn out to be. And does Mason become our #1 or is it still Anderson? I dont think any of them would want to back up?]]></description>
			<dc:creator>Tookie</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Thu, 09 Feb 2012 10:09:14 -0500</pubDate>
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			<title>jakester says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/609-slumping-sens-prepare-for-nashville#comment-38388</link>
			<description><![CDATA[How - we trade Michalek-Lehner -DaCosta+(3rd round pick) for Carter and Mason Tookie, i think Columbus does it - They gave upa a first and Voracek for Carter - I think the SENS are offering up a bit more here. Imagine -Spezza-Carter- Turris-Smith as your 4 down the middle. Not too shabby.]]></description>
			<dc:creator>jakester</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Thu, 09 Feb 2012 09:50:58 -0500</pubDate>
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			<title>jakester says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/609-slumping-sens-prepare-for-nashville#comment-38387</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Love Michalek but he's the 2011-12 version of Brian Savage - ex player of the Habs would always have 20 goals by Xmas and then maybe 1-2 after that. Michalek has done this now for 3 seasons.]]></description>
			<dc:creator>jakester</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Thu, 09 Feb 2012 09:45:53 -0500</pubDate>
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			<title>miguel says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/609-slumping-sens-prepare-for-nashville#comment-38386</link>
			<description><![CDATA[ Sorry here I have to disagree, I really struggle to find anything of value that Gonchar brings. PP specialist... we have one of the worst PP even with Karlsson. Defensive play, anyone who is paired with him looks awfully bad... Phillips struggled with him, Cowen struggles with him. If we can get anything to get him our of our lineup it would be a win]]></description>
			<dc:creator>miguel</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Thu, 09 Feb 2012 09:38:49 -0500</pubDate>
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			<title>Floridasensfan says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/609-slumping-sens-prepare-for-nashville#comment-38385</link>
			<description><![CDATA[I am not saying I would not move Gonchar if the opportunity came, just saying it may not be the end of the world if he finishes his contract. Boroweki Gryba can replace Kuba Carkner or lee next year.]]></description>
			<dc:creator>Floridasensfan</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Thu, 09 Feb 2012 09:37:42 -0500</pubDate>
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			<title>Floridasensfan says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/609-slumping-sens-prepare-for-nashville#comment-38384</link>
			<description><![CDATA[From a GM perspective would it not be smart to keep Gonchar for next year and send Claesson to Bingo next year and have him prepped for NHL when Gonchar is gone. I agree Gonchar is not part of the rebuild but you also have to wonder if Gonchar lacks as much value as he does to us because Karlsson overshadows him and makes him look bad. He might seem a lot better on another team that does not have a Karlsson, just saying Karlsson has raised the bar for offensive puck moving D expectations. Karlsson makes almost everyone look turtle slow.]]></description>
			<dc:creator>Floridasensfan</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Thu, 09 Feb 2012 09:24:53 -0500</pubDate>
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			<title>miguel says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/609-slumping-sens-prepare-for-nashville#comment-38383</link>
			<description><![CDATA[ I play there often and I cant believe an OHL team plays there, its beyond repairs, the ice and boards are in total dissaray, the roof leaks, its just total shit. Ah Tooks you play the Travellers League I see... yes that ice surface has to be the worst in the city... thye must really work on it, before the OHL plays on there, otherwise it is no better than some of our outdoor rinks!]]></description>
			<dc:creator>miguel</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Thu, 09 Feb 2012 09:23:30 -0500</pubDate>
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			<title>miguel says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/609-slumping-sens-prepare-for-nashville#comment-38382</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Floridasensfan has hit the nail on the head! We will be set for years to come up front. And up until recently we were one of the highest scoring teams in the NHL, with a ton of offensive prospects knocking at the door. Our D quite frankly has been terrible! Thank God for Anderson who is facing 30-40 HI QUALITY shots, to steal us a few games. Don't kid yourself, we are not talking the 50 shots Reimer faced against us, if you look at the scoring chances, and the areas opposing forwards can get to, in front of Anderson, we are very fortunate to still be in a playoff spot. Other than Carkner and Cowen, and even Lee, no other D-man is willing to take a hit to make a play. They play way too soft, and are too easily beaten by speed, and easy plays. Frustration has peaked with Anderson, and we can tell by his body language. before the season people were saying we need Kuba, Gonchar, Phillips for their leadership, and to show the young guys the way. Well isn't it ironic that the kids like Karlsson, Cowen and even Lee, were the reason we were winning, and now that we need to rely on the leadership, the defensive leaders are nowhere to be seen! Playoffs or not it is time to say good ridence to Kuba and Gonchar, I will stop there in honour of a good soldier who deserves his day on the celebration of his 1000th game. Put them up and see what we can fetch... trust me we will do no worse wtih Kuba and Gonchar gone, and Boro, Gyrba and Lee in our lineup... IMO of course]]></description>
			<dc:creator>miguel</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Thu, 09 Feb 2012 09:18:13 -0500</pubDate>
			<guid>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/609-slumping-sens-prepare-for-nashville#comment-38382</guid>
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			<title>Tookie says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/609-slumping-sens-prepare-for-nashville#comment-38381</link>
			<description><![CDATA[ The Sens would do that in a heartbeat but would CBJ?]]></description>
			<dc:creator>Tookie</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Thu, 09 Feb 2012 09:15:54 -0500</pubDate>
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			<title>Tookie says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/609-slumping-sens-prepare-for-nashville#comment-38380</link>
			<description><![CDATA[ Hell yes, Michalek has run out of gas but L.A. dont know that :)]]></description>
			<dc:creator>Tookie</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Thu, 09 Feb 2012 09:12:35 -0500</pubDate>
			<guid>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/609-slumping-sens-prepare-for-nashville#comment-38380</guid>
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			<title>Tookie says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/609-slumping-sens-prepare-for-nashville#comment-38379</link>
			<description><![CDATA[ I play there often and I cant believe an OHL team plays there, its beyond repairs, the ice and boards are in total dissaray, the roof leaks, its just total shit.]]></description>
			<dc:creator>Tookie</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Thu, 09 Feb 2012 09:09:20 -0500</pubDate>
			<guid>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/609-slumping-sens-prepare-for-nashville#comment-38379</guid>
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			<title>IcySurfas says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/609-slumping-sens-prepare-for-nashville#comment-38378</link>
			<description><![CDATA[ I vividly remember looking at the TV and seeing that the Sens had signed Gonchar for 3 years for 5.5 million. I immediatly though...."wow. ..what a deal for a veteran puck-mover". Than I realized my mistake. "Oh...thats 5.5 mill ...PER year. Ah." Reality is, as much value as Gonchar may have to a contender this spring, its hard to imagine any takers when hes got that big cap hit for next year as well. For that reason, I accepted that were stuck with this guy. Now...something I hadn't considered really (that Hax points out above) is that maybe he would be movable if we took back a contract ourselves. If not by trade-deadline, than perhaps in the off-season. Gonchar is not part of our future, so why delay it till the end of his contract (next season) if a opportunity to move him comes along.]]></description>
			<dc:creator>IcySurfas</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Thu, 09 Feb 2012 09:09:18 -0500</pubDate>
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			<title>jasonontheoldsenschirp says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/609-slumping-sens-prepare-for-nashville#comment-38377</link>
			<description><![CDATA[ Guess ya better pack it in then Jason! Training camp for 2012/2013 starts in September. Start counting the days! Don't mean to troll or anything, just keeping it real man. This home stretch was crucial for the push. With the Panthers and Caps winning, also having games in hand, it's going to be very difficult for them to keep pace. They're going to have to pull a miracle out of their ass. A loss tonight could be the dagger. But if you look at it, the loss Saturday was the dagger. That was a must win game.]]></description>
			<dc:creator>jasonontheoldsenschirp</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Thu, 09 Feb 2012 09:07:45 -0500</pubDate>
			<guid>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/609-slumping-sens-prepare-for-nashville#comment-38377</guid>
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			<title>Floridasensfan says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/609-slumping-sens-prepare-for-nashville#comment-38376</link>
			<description><![CDATA[The difference with Kaberle and Gonchar Kuba comparison is age, but I hope you are right we get that high of pick, I am just not seeing it. The oilers are looking for young guys, they might consider Gonchar and overlook his age but no way Gonchar would go to Edmonton. D guys are all I can see Edmonton would want, they are stacked with forwards. They will want guys we don't want to give up not guys we want to ship out.]]></description>
			<dc:creator>Floridasensfan</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Thu, 09 Feb 2012 08:49:48 -0500</pubDate>
			<guid>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/609-slumping-sens-prepare-for-nashville#comment-38376</guid>
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			<title>jakester says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/609-slumping-sens-prepare-for-nashville#comment-38375</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Kings want a scorer for Jack Johnson(d-man) - Michalek straight up. I would do it.]]></description>
			<dc:creator>jakester</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Thu, 09 Feb 2012 07:50:17 -0500</pubDate>
			<guid>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/609-slumping-sens-prepare-for-nashville#comment-38375</guid>
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			<title>spezzerman says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/609-slumping-sens-prepare-for-nashville#comment-38374</link>
			<description><![CDATA[@lbernier - you were sleepwalking last night! you posted your dream sequence in the middle of the night! you dreamt that good teams with smart GM's would trade better younger defencemen for our old guys playing out thier twilight years. must have been a deep sleep. :)]]></description>
			<dc:creator>spezzerman</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Thu, 09 Feb 2012 07:39:00 -0500</pubDate>
			<guid>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/609-slumping-sens-prepare-for-nashville#comment-38374</guid>
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			<title>lbernier says:</title>
			<link>http://www.senschirp.ca/blog/item/609-slumping-sens-prepare-for-nashville#comment-38373</link>
			<description><![CDATA[One trade I would do is Volchenkov for Kuba if New Jersey would do it. I miss the A train and I am sure he would return to Ottawa in a heart beat. We need the A Train back in the lineup!!!!!]]></description>
			<dc:creator>lbernier</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Thu, 09 Feb 2012 03:45:40 -0500</pubDate>
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