Calgary (CP) There is buzz around the league that GM Khoo has pulled off a "significant move to increase their chances of capturing a GDHL title" as it was bluntly put. A news conference has been scheduled for a formal announcement, but there has been league speculation as to who they have acquired.
"All I can say at this moment, is that we are very optimistic about our chances to win this year and it was the right time to pull the trigger." GM Khoo said when pressed for a statement.
"I think this sends the right message to the fans that we are willing to make key moves to put us into position."
One has to wonder how much of a reflex reaction it might be due to the massive 20 player deal between GGopher and One Eyebrow completed last week?
"I'd be lying if I said it didn't affect my decision. But let's not forget that as of this morning Jordan was still 85+ PPts out of first. I'm unsure how much time there is left to catch us. Seriously though, my scouting staff and I have been looking for the right deal all year long. It has less to do with Jordan than it does with the Skins and Leaf Haters. Their teams are too good to just sit still. If we do that, I'm not sure if we have the endurance to run with those top tier teams. With these moves, pending league approval of course, it gives us that fighting chance."
So who could it be? Some goalie help would be welcome, but with the emergence of Ty Conklin it may be an area that is simply a band-aid solution right now and could wait until next year. With a couple of forwards on the shelf (Sakic and Morrison) the Eyes may look to add some depth which may be lacking. It is this blogger's opinion that the D would probably be left untouched since they have been solid all season long.
It'll certainly be a nice change of pace for Khoo, who usually spends his most time on drafting quality players and being reserved in his moves.
Waiting in anticipation...
Fur Engee (CP)
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