Thursday, November 27, 2008

Rochester Makes a Move, Panthers Lose

I've been busy, so I missed a few things (sorry!), and now I'm just tired, so I haven't got much at this point, either.. Though that isn't to say there has been a lull in activity..

Rochester has acquired Randall Gelech from the Grand Rapids Griffins via loan. Gelech is a 24-year-old right wing who was drafted into the NHL by Phoenix in 2003. Since then, the winger has played in 70+ games each of the past four AHL seasons (Utah, San Antonio, Grand Rapids).

Not a goal-scorer, but an upgrade over some of the roster depth for sure, Gelech will also add some experience and hopefully a little more stability. Kevin Oklobzija writes that the Panthers are also attempting to bring in a veteran, as well.

In that Q&A with Jack Birch the other day, I'd asked a question about Jacob Markström and what the Panthers are planning with his development. Birch's response actually seemed to add a modest hint of the possibility that the Panthers could try making an early move to bring the young goalie over, but there are quite a few factors (especially Craig Anderson) that would influence any kind of decision. The bottom line is that the Cats are very high on Markström, and so far, for good reason.

The Panthers lost tonight although Wade Belak was back for his first game post-waivers. Jay Bouwmeester finally broke through with his first goal of the season and David Booth scored his eleventh already.

1 comment:

Luis said...

I think they showed you on TV after the Booth goal. Cool.