Thoughts on Day One of Free Agency

With that in mind, let's look at the happenings from day one. Make the the jump, won't you?

But hey, they signed him for $2 million less than he cost them last year, so that's a bonus, right?

The numbers I shared on the free agency thread:

Yes. You read that correctly. Boogaard makes just $284 less per minute played than Alexander Ovechkin. Who would you rather have for that money?

Let me be absolutely clear on this. I like Derek Boogaard. Great guy, awesome player to have in your community. He deserves all the best, and I am more than happy that he got the deal he did. If someone offered you more than you are worth would you say no? I hope Boogey does well in New York, and I hope that I am wrong and he plays a regular shift. I just don't think I am.

- The Wild haven't done anything. Yet. Russo says they are in on things. This is not, repeat not the same as years past. In the past, they may have put out an offer, but it likely was not even entertained. The Wild are in the thick of some things. Just because it hasn't happened yet does not mean it won't. Please, let go of the inferiority complex, grab a frosty beverage, grab a comfy seat, and take a big, deep breath. Things will happen. Again, one way or another, the Wild will skate a full team next season. I promise.