It looks as though Mario Lemieux is pushing Shero to trade for Marty St. Louis..
From TIOPS:
A source tells me talks with Tampa Bay are intensifying. My source believes Mario Lemieux is highly involved and is pushing Shero to finalize a deal "very soon" that would send Whitney as the centerpiece of a potential deal. St. Louis has not been asked to waive his NTC yet. Mark Recchi and Gary Roberts may be an influencing factor as they both don't like Penguins head coach Michel Therrien. Mario played a strong factor in Gary Roberts waiving his NTC and may have to work that same magic again.
As mentioned a few days ago, the lightning are looking at Whitney, Goligoski, Talbot and Jeffrey. I was told today that it doesn't appear Goligoski will be involved.
The Dallas Stars, Colorado Avalanche and Montreal Canadiens remain interested in Ryan Whitney. The Penguins have declined an offer from the Buffalo Sabres and the two side aren't seen as good trade partners.
I know last year Mario pushed Shero to acquire Hossa, and we know what happened there. I love the fact that St. Louis knows what it takes to win a Cup, but I'm not sure its wise to deal a 26 year old offensive dman for a 34 year old....Shero also better make sure St. Louis signs an extension before he finalizes this trade.
I know last year Mario pushed Shero to acquire Hossa, and we know what happened there. I love the fact that St. Louis knows what it takes to win a Cup, but I'm not sure its wise to deal a 26 year old offensive dman for a 34 year old....Shero also better make sure St. Louis signs an extension before he finalizes this trade.
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