Best of the Rest: Top 10 Remaining NHL Free Agents

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Albeit only a month has passed since the beginning of free agency, the lucrative Marian Hossa signing seems like a distant memory.

While that may have been one of the most controversial contracts handed out this offseason it sure hasn't been the only one. Since July 1 there have been over 200 players have signed on the dotted line.

And still, there are some key names that are still available:

1. Petr Sykora - RW - '08-'09 Team: PIT

Out of all remaining free agents none were as productive as Sykora last season. The 32-year-old is coming off of his third-consecutive 20-goal season and has found the back of the net 300 times in his career. Any team who is in the hunt for secondary scoring could benefit from Sykora's offensive instincts and leadership abilities.

2. Robert Lang - C - '08-'09 Team: MTL

Lang was the most consistent forward on the Montreal Canadiens roster last season, which hurt the team drastically when he suffered an injury to his Achilles tendon in mid-February. Though his age might scare some teams—turning 39 in December—he would be ideal to fulfill a top-six role on an inexperienced team.

3. Alex Tanguay - LW - '08-'09 Team: MTL

Though he was limited to just 50 games last season Tanguay still managed to pick up 41 points in the process. His numbers have declined over the last three seasons but still has years of production remaining, as he is only 29.

4. Mike Grier - RW - '08-'09 Team: SJ

With defensive-forward Scott Nichol landing in San Jose this offseason, Mike Grier is left looking for a new home. For teams with minimal cap space looking for a bottom-six forward Grier would appear to be an appealing option. The New Jersey Devils may be looking for someone to fill the void left by checker John Madden's move to Chicago.

5. Marc-Andre Bergeron - D - '08-'09 Team: MIN

For teams looking for a steady defensive presence on the blueline—chances are Bergeron's not on your radar. However Bergeron is one of the most underrated puck-movers in the NHL and could definitely help teams who are struggling on the power play. Out of his 62 career goals, 36 have come on the man-advantage.

6. Jason Williams - C/RW - '08-'09 Teams: ATL, CBJ

Williams' versatility allows him to play either centre or wing without any problem. He struggled during the first half of the season in Atlanta but following a trade to the Blue Jackets he tallied 29 points in 39 games on the second and third lines.

If matched up with the right linemates Williams can once again produce at a steady pace and play a solid two-way role.

7. Miroslav Satan - RW - '08-'09 Team: PIT

Having one of the worst seasons in your career looks worse considering you were playing alongside one of the best playmakers in the world in Sidney Crosby. The 34-year-old Slovak might not have first-line offense in him but can still provide help up front if the price is right.

8. Mike Comrie - C - '08-'09 Teams: NYI, OTT

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