[Mark17]

now that the cup has been purchased, maybe several of those hired guns can retire.

That is the only way any team can win the Cup, to buy it. Although spending tons of money on high priced free agents may not guarantee a Stanley Cup. It is a sure fire guarantee not to win it, if they don't

[Mark17]

Although spending tons of money on high priced free agents may not guarantee a Stanley Cup.

The Rangers and Blues, to name two.

[troublesome creek]

very true. hockey is not the only sport where this is the case. ask steinbrenner! too bad, but an economic fact of life, i suppose. i really like the grit and work ethic of hockey players. but hockey is going to have to deal with the same financial issues of other sports. hope they make the right decisions.