Samuelsson Signed By Vancouver Canucks
July 3, 2009 by Jeanne Dupuis
Filed under NHL, News, Players, Vancouver Canucks
After securing the Sedin twins, the Vancouver Canucks have added Mikael Samuelsson to their roster by offering the winger a three-year, $7.5 million deal.
Samuelsson seems happy with the transaction. In a conference call he said: "Obviously that (the money) was the key, I shouldn’t lie. They have a good thing going and I think my role can be a little different here. I like the team. When you play against Vancouver it’s always a hard game and a skill game too. You need some experience (to win the Cup). You need to be hungry. I believe we can do some …read more
Sedin Twins Seeking Contract Extensions?
June 18, 2009 by Jeanne Dupuis
Filed under NHL, News, Signings and Contracts, Vancouver Canucks
I’m reading reports that the Sedin Twins are hoping to sign a 12-year, $73 million dollar contract extension with the Vancouver Canucks. I can’t say I’m surprised but I’m a little disappointed that they aren’t thinking about heading to another team.
I’m not saying that there is anything wrong with them staying with the Canucks but I actually think there’s a lot of untapped talent with these guys and I also think that they don’t get the recognition they deserve (which means a lot considering how much I dislike Vancouver).
If you believe the Swedish website expressen.se, the offer has already been …read more
