A tough end for the storied career and just-short-of-legendary gusto which Roberts brought to every game he played. I personally witnessed him score his 400th goal at the BAC. A special moment for me. Cheers, Gary.
The Florida defense continues to bulk up and gain experience.
Awaiting confirmation from the team, but the 3:00 limit has passed, and no word on Jay's status. Presumably he's still with the club. If he's a last-second deal, it could be a bit before anything is confirmed.
This one's had legs all day. Cap struggles appear to be - still - the sticking point for Philadelphia. However, according to reports, Jay's agent has not been contacted about committing to a verbal agreement with the Flyers. Stay tuned.
The chorus of "he goes no matter what" increases in volume, this time from the Sun-Sentinel's Steve Gorten, who covers the Cats regularly: "The Panthers, in my opinion, can't change his mind no matter what they do. Bouwmeester has shown no interest to agree to any kind of deal." He makes some strong arguments to back this up.
Solves the number-one center issue, but, man is that a long contract.