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Originally Posted by Joe Canadian
I doubt they'll move anyone out... getting Roberts and Laraque filled holes that the Penguins felt they had. Both the guys add tougness, Laraque can protect Crosby (something Crosby and his people have been asking for all year), and Roberts brings his playoff leadership.
I really like the Penguins deals, I love San Jose getting Gurien... they're the team to beat now, unless Anaheim pulls off a deal before the deadline.
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Crosby and his "people" haven't been asking for this all year, the media and the fans have. And a few other idiots higher up in hockey who think guys like Larouque still have a place in hockey.
This is a dumb trade, period. Might be ok to have him around during the regular season, but he hurts the team in the play-offs. He sure won't provide any offense or defense, which is what you need in the play-offs.
And if you need an example, just look at Carolina. Peter Laviolette doesn't allow his players to fight. Let's see, how did that work out? Oh ya, they won the Cup with that strategy.