http://www.yardbarker.com/content/player/5428 Recent articles about Sheldon Souray en-us Every year, some unlucky fantasy owner will go to great lengths attempting to hide from the constant ribbing associated with a fantasy draft bust. Each year, a sophomore slump, misguided sleeper, or underachieving superstar hijacks a team with championship aspirations. At the halfway point of the season, FIO staff writer Mike Handley takes a closer look at this year's major fantasy busts. Thu, 10 Jan 2008 03:23:49 -0500 http://www.yardbarker.com/author/article/66447 http://www.yardbarker.com/author/article/66447 One of FIO's weekly fantasy hockey columns, staff writer Rob Edwards clues you in on some possible fantasy free agents to lookout for in Week 13 - check to see if any of these guys are on your league's waiver wire. Wed, 26 Dec 2007 03:58:14 -0500 http://www.yardbarker.com/author/article/52928 http://www.yardbarker.com/author/article/52928 Already, a lot of fantasy owners are starting to panick about some of their top picks underperforming in this young hockey season. FIO staff writer Tim Hays takes a look at some of the big names that are off to a slow start, and discusses what the future will hold for them and whether or not you should begin looking elsewhere. Tue, 23 Oct 2007 19:02:01 -0500 http://www.yardbarker.com/author/article/32504 http://www.yardbarker.com/author/article/32504 One of FIO's weekly fantasy hockey columns, staff writer Tim Hays discusses those players on the IR, those that are Day-to-Day, and other mentionable scares in the world of fantasy hockey. Check this article each and every week on Wednesdays. Thu, 18 Oct 2007 05:10:37 -0500 http://www.yardbarker.com/author/article/31772 http://www.yardbarker.com/author/article/31772 FIO staff writer Rob Edwards continues his tour around the world of fantasy hockey with his take on the Top Ten Defensemen for this year's fantasy drafts. Mon, 24 Sep 2007 04:34:41 -0500 http://www.yardbarker.com/author/article/28297 http://www.yardbarker.com/author/article/28297 I read the NY Post today and it had an article regarding the rumours of Cullen being traded back to Carolina. In the article it stated that Cullen has heard of the rumors but, has not been confronted about anything involving a trade. "I haven't asked to be traded, I haven't said that I'd like to be traded, and I don't want to be traded," Cullen told The New York Post. Cullen, whom signed a three year deal worth 2.8 million per, will now be the third line center as, you all know, the NY Rangers signed two of the three biggest free agent centers that were out there. Originally he was rumoured to be traded so the Rangers can make room for Souray, who just signed a five year deal with the Edmonton Oilers. "I've been hearing my name lately in rumors, but none of it is coming from me. I'm excited about the team. I want to be a part of it." Hurricanes GM Jim Rutherford wouldn't comment specifically on Cullen, but he told the Raleigh News & Observer that Carolina is pursuing a third-line center. Sat, 14 Jul 2007 06:53:58 -0500 http://www.yardbarker.com/author/article/19666 http://www.yardbarker.com/author/article/19666 The Rangers, who are near the salary cap, have been rumored to be attempting to free up space all week long in order to add Souray. As of this morning Carolina and New York newspapers have been reporting a move which would send Matt Cullen back to Carolina in order to free up space as a near done deal. It will be interesting to see if a move is made now that the Oilers have grabbed the point-man. In addition to rumors of the Rangers attempting to move Cullen there has been speculation they will try to dump either Marek Malik or Paul Mara as well. They are still looking for an impact blue-liner. The Islanders viewed Sheldon Souray as a missing piece to getting back to the playoffs. A task which could be out of reach since their retooling started with the buy-out of Alexei Yashin and since things have not exactly gone to plan. The Islanders lost offensive defenseman Tom Poti to Washington this summer and will need to replace his points. The Devils seemed to be the most obvious of the three as they need an impact blue-liner after unexpectedly losing Brian Rafalski to the Detroit Red Wings. Souray was drafted by the Devils in 1994 and played there for 3 years until he was traded for Vladimir Malakhov. The thought of bringing Souray back was attractive although he does not quite fit into their defensive system. Thu, 12 Jul 2007 23:00:28 -0500 http://www.yardbarker.com/author/article/19526 http://www.yardbarker.com/author/article/19526 Sheldon Souray is on his way to Edmonton as the Oilers and the free agent blueliner agreed on a contract. According to the rumors, Souray was liable to end up back in New Jersey, New York or in San Jose. While the Oilers were always included in the mix, the Devils and Rangers were thought to be the front runners. The two-time All-Star played three seasons with the Devils before being traded to the Canadiens in 2000 in a deal for Vladimir Malakhov. According to the Oilers web-site the deal is for 5 years. Oilers General Manager Kevin Lowe says, "With the addition of Sheldon, we solidify our defence in a big way and also answer some of the issues regarding scoring and toughness. Sheldon's game has consistently improved and we're going to rely on him in many different situations." Thu, 12 Jul 2007 20:28:42 -0500 http://www.yardbarker.com/author/article/19514 http://www.yardbarker.com/author/article/19514 Via John Dellapina of the Daily News: "The Daily News also has learned that Sather is shopping center Matt Cullen, with a trade back to the Carolina Hurricanes very much on the front burner. Should the Rangers shed Cullen's contract (three years left at $2.8million per), they'd trim nearly $3million from this season's cap hit." Paul Mara could also be a candidate to be moved if the Rangers seek to free agent Sheldon Souray to the blueline. Thu, 12 Jul 2007 16:39:32 -0500 http://www.yardbarker.com/author/article/19486 http://www.yardbarker.com/author/article/19486 What to do if you're Sheldon Souray....when a market has basically dried up..... Tue, 10 Jul 2007 03:10:14 -0500 http://www.yardbarker.com/author/article/19186 http://www.yardbarker.com/author/article/19186 On his blog for ESPN.com, E.J. Hradek takes a quick look at the future of defenseman Sheldon Souray, owner of the NHL's heaviest shot, and the most attractive free agent left on the open market. In the local papers, both the Devils and Rangers have been attached to Souray on the rumor mill, but according Hradek, it's the Blueshirts who appear to have the edge. Souray is reportedly allowing the Rangers time to dump some salary via trade. While a team is allowed to be over the cap until the end of training camp, the Rangers would lose a lot of leverage in the trade market were Souray to sign now. Fri, 06 Jul 2007 14:43:38 -0500 http://www.yardbarker.com/author/article/18837 http://www.yardbarker.com/author/article/18837 In yesterday's New York Post, Mark Everson stated that "sources are buzzing" over the possibility that the Rangers could pull off the seemingly impossible and fit free agent Sheldon Souray under their already burdened salary cap. Today, Everson's sources are buzzing once more, this time with word that the Devils are interested in Souray as well Thu, 05 Jul 2007 20:10:58 -0500 http://www.yardbarker.com/author/article/18719 http://www.yardbarker.com/author/article/18719 ...Kariya to the Blues. Next yr's gonna be a fresh tossed salad of new players on new teams, which means I gotta form new alliances. Now Joffrey Lupul and Jason Smith are Flyers with Danny Briere?! Brian Rafalski's now w/Detroit, who traded away Mathieu Schneider to perhaps replace Scotty Niedermayer! And Poti, Kozlov, Zednick NO LONGER ISLANDERS EITHER? SJ's lady's man Scott Hannan to the Avs. Smyth, Souray...? Mon, 02 Jul 2007 05:52:08 -0500 http://www.yardbarker.com/author/article/18181 http://www.yardbarker.com/author/article/18181 Where IS Sheldon Souray going? Will someone please tell me!? Souray's been called "a defensive liability" but brings momentum to a power play. If the Isles can't hold on to Smyth, some other big name must take his place. Bryan McCabe is a contender along side Souray on defense, but the Isles seem to have a lot of D, though most were suspended or injured at last season's end. I think we might be surprised just as we were when we got Ryan Smyth in the first place. Wed, 13 Jun 2007 16:40:00 -0500 http://www.yardbarker.com/author/article/16135 http://www.yardbarker.com/author/article/16135 Am I dreaming? Dainius Zubrus could be comin to The Strong?? Get rid of Yashin, PLEEEEEEEASE! What'll it take for Charles Wang to ditch the b*tch? We all gotta protest Islander games; gotta move off The Island? I'll do it. Supposedly Sabre Thomas Vanek's lookin for a casa in Buffalo-maybe he's stickin around. Could they still keep Briere AND Drury? Doubt it. Habs desiring offensive Briere over defensive Souray. Leafs may keep big center Swede Sundin. Which team do YOU think will dish the biggest twist come July 1? Fri, 01 Jun 2007 04:23:43 -0500 http://www.yardbarker.com/author/article/15151 http://www.yardbarker.com/author/article/15151