The Binghamton Senators may have won the Calder Cup last season but you may not recognize the team next season. Since the free agency period began a few weeks ago, player after player has departed from the farm team in favor of other opportunities. Likewise, other former Senators have also changed teams in the past 2+ weeks, but weren't worthy of their own post. So instead, I've combined them all into one easily read post for your convenience, plus a few other tidbits you need to know about for your weekend conversation around the BBQ.
-First up is former Sen tough guy Brian McGrattan, who has signed on with the Anaheim Ducks. Not exactly sure why he continues to get jobs with his past problems, but the OC is giving him another shot.
-In insanely shocking news, Jonathan Cheechoo got a one year deal with the St Louis Blues. Perhaps they haven't seen him play in 5 years, otherwise I can't see a reason for this deal.
-Binghamton playoff hero Ryan Potulny, who we acquired in the Chris Campoli trade with Chicago last season, has left the B-Sens to play in the Washington organization.
-Speaking of Mr Campoli, it seems his time in the Windy City has come to an end.
-Another Bingo player, this time Derek Smith has left the organization, signing in Calgary.
-Surprise surprise, the Hockey News is hating on the Sens again.
-But Yahoo put us in the top half of teams to cheer for. You'll notice the Leafs are near the end of yet another ranking of franchises piece.
-Nick Foligno is getting married. The story is very corny but my bigger concern is he may be centering our 2nd line next year, yikes!
And finally, Sens prospect Mike Zibanejad has an official website coming soon, here's a teaser for it, so check it out.
Thoughts?