A night without a lot of activity on the trade front, it ended with an interesting deal between two rivals. Philadelphia has sent Dan Hamhuis’ negotiating rights to the Penguins in exchange for a third-round pick in 2011.It was reported over the last two days that talks had broken down between Hamhuis’ camp and the Flyers. There were whispers earlier in the night that Pittsburgh could be interested in Hamhuis… and when the last pick of the first round was made, the Flyers struck the deal.This trade says two things. One, the Flyers knew they wouldn’t be able to re-sign ‘Hammer’. GM Paul Holmgren wasn’t able to negotiate with Hamhuis before the previous deal with Nashville last weekend. Apparently his asking price may be higher than $4.5 or $5 million, something Philly may not be able to afford. By doing this, you can assume Braydon Coburn (RFA) will be brought back.Also, the Penguins are basically saying that Sergei Gonchar will not be returning. ‘Gonch’ has made it known he wants a ...
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