The Pens traded Daryl Sydor back to Dallas today for his third go-round with the Stars.
In return, they acquired Philippe Boucher.
I think this is a fantastic addition for the Pens. I know they're crowded on the blue line, and will become even more so when Whit and Sarge return, but Boucher is pretty good.
Philippe has some size (6'3"), is a year younger than Sydor and can put the puck in the net. He was hurt for much of last season, but he had 35 goals combined in two seasons prior to last year. He's also very familiar with the power play and is used to playing 20:00 per night.
This may take away some playing time from Kris Letang, the other resident right-handed defensemen, or Alex Goligoski, but I think it's an upgrade for the club as it stands today.
Nice move by Ray Shero.
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how about sending Eaton to the press box?
I hope they put Eaton in the press box. He just has not played well, maybe he's still trying to get back on track after the injury last season.
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