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The Maple Leafs: Analyzing Options As July 1st Free Agent Frenzy Begins
The Maple Leafs: Analyzing Options As July 1st Free Agent Frenzy Begins
As the Calendar shifts from June to July, and Canadians celebrate Canada Day in their various fashions, the NHL gets ready for a little something they call, "free agent frenzy." While many fans in Leafs Nation would prefer the club didn't sign too many high profile free agents, it looks like Brian Burke will be active.  The Leafs' GM has stated he will spend to the cap, and has a good chunk of change to work with. Still, there is no doubt that the Maple Leafs must stay the course.    ...
Brian Burke mic'd at the draft: What TSN didn't show you - Toronto Maple Leafs Blog - Humor. Commentary. Despair.
Brian Burke mic'd at the draft: What TSN didn't show you - Toronto Maple Leafs Blog - Humor. ...
downgoesbrown.com — To much fanfare, TSN had Brian Burke mic'd for the first round of this year's draft. And... despite considerable hype leading into the broadcast, most agree that Burke's clips didn't reveal much. Or did they? It turns out Burke gave TSN plenty of good ... (more) Brian Burke mic'd at the draft: What TSN didn't show you ...
Free Agent Spotlight:  A Double "B"
Free Agent Spotlight: A Double "B"
thehockeyprogram.net — Thanks again Ryan.....more free agents......MORE!!!! MARTIN BIRON Height: 6’3” Weight: 180 Catches: Left Age: 31 2008/09 Salary:... $3.5 million Projected 09/10 Salary: $3.5-4.0 2008/09 Stats: 55 GP, 29-19-5, 2.76 GAA, .915 SV%, 2 SO Playoff Stats: 6 GP, 2-4, 2.56 GAA, .919 SV%, 1 SO ... (more) Free Agent Spotlight: A Double "B"
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