Report: Devils in mix for Zidlicky
February, 15, 2012
Feb 15
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By Mike Mazzeo | ESPNNewYork.com
The Devils are reportedly in the mix to acquire Wild defenseman Marek Zidlicky, but Minnesota GM Chuck Fletcher told the Minneapolis Star Tribune that he has not asked Zidlicky to waive his no-trade clause, and nothing is imminent.
“I haven't made the decision to trade him for now for sure. ... Different scenarios I'm contemplating,” Fletcher said.
Zidlicky, 35, has no goals and 13 assists and is a minus-seven rating in 39 games this season. He has scored 12 or more goals three times in his eight year career, though, and would certainly upgrade the Devils’ backend offensively. He has one more year left on his contract at $4 million.
“I haven't made the decision to trade him for now for sure. ... Different scenarios I'm contemplating,” Fletcher said.
Zidlicky, 35, has no goals and 13 assists and is a minus-seven rating in 39 games this season. He has scored 12 or more goals three times in his eight year career, though, and would certainly upgrade the Devils’ backend offensively. He has one more year left on his contract at $4 million.
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