A team that can't play a full season doesn't deserve the chance to stay intact. This is a critical year for Burke and for the team. How we move the four you suggest without taking back some salary I don't get. Franson on the bottom pairing is a waste, better off flipping him for a good physical prospect and getting Holzer battle ready for an NHL career. And leaving the goaltending intact is a recipe for another early exit, as well as Burke's dismissal. This blueprint is a great way to end up with the 9th overall pick next year and a new GM, thats about it.

Hey Curtis, I just wanted to give you some props. Your articles are always very clean and well-written. Your discussions and opinions are also well-researched and I for one appreciate it. Cheers.

Hey, would you be able to send your e mail to klangan@omnipossible.com? I want to get the B/R community leaders on a mailing list for a press release on behalf of Sports Media 101.

Thanks