NHL News: Fredrik Sjostrom signs with the Calgary Flames

by Jim Schmiedeberg on Jul 1, 2009 9:48 PM EDT in NHL News Comment 10 comments

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Shortly after the news broke about the Rangers signing Marian Gaborik, word came down that speedster Freddie Sjostrom had agreed to a 2 year deal with the Flames for $750K per year. After speculating on our radio show that the Rangers may just be waiting to determine the market value for a player like Sjostrom, it looks like he figured it out on his own. I really thought he would sign for more than this.

I was a big fan of Sjostrom's, I think the Rangers are going to miss his speed. While the Gomez trade was definitely a good thing for the Rangers, now coupled with the loss of Sjostrom, the Rangers have probably lost their two fastest skaters.

Good luck Freddie, you'll be missed.

Make sure to check in with Matchsticks and Gasoline, the SBNation blog on the Calgary Flames for more information.

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haha

good job sather…you dumb ass….

by Ryan G on Jul 1, 2009 9:55 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

GL Freddy

by rmc235 on Jul 1, 2009 10:04 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

Your telling me Glen couldn't give Sjostrom 750K

Lopez wants it away, and it's hit deep to left center, Andruw Jones on the run, this one has a chance... home run!!, Mike Piazza!, and the Mets lead 3 to 2!!
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by The American Mr.Hockey on Jul 1, 2009 10:16 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

I think we need to be careful when we get attached to guys like this. Im less concerned about his speed and hustle – which can usually be replaced by a younger guy who might have more upside potential, then the potential impact on our PK…especially if Betts is leaving too.

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by poploser on Jul 1, 2009 10:40 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

And the bad news continues

by Reg Dunlop on Jul 1, 2009 10:52 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

this sucks

sjostrom was probably my favorite ranger this year. and now he’s going to be on a team i hate, with players i loathe (phadouche and buttuzzi). vomit.

by Pookie on Jul 1, 2009 10:57 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

Get over it

Yeah Freddy was a speedy guy with a ton of heart, but you can find guys like that anywhere. The big loss will be Betts. We lost a little speed with Gomez and Sjo gone, but Gaborik is no slouch on the skates himself, and we still have a ton of speed with Cally, Korp, and Avery.

I know some people are upset that Sjo signed for so little, but really, most of you have been clamoring for the young guys to play. Sjostrom is expendable. Right now I only see 2 spots open for Anisimov and maybe Byers or Grachev, and Freddy would just crowd things.

by Steeeve on Jul 1, 2009 11:26 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

exactly

how are the Rangers gonna be able to call up the kids with all these middling vets on the team?

Freddy was an excellent hustle guy, but if he’s blocking the way for these young guys then let him go!

by FreeBradshaw on Jul 2, 2009 8:14 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

Let me see. The rangers lost a guy that cant score goals and is fast and plays defense. And we are crying about this why??? Sjstrom can and will be replaced. There are plenty of players with his speed and with his limited goal scoring ability.

by zamis on Jul 2, 2009 11:58 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

ok my question is

What did they Give up Al Montoya for? Players who aren’t even here anymore? Yeah, Rangers got pwned in the deal.

by DarthRichter on Jul 2, 2009 10:25 AM EDT reply actions 0 recs

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