Post by JetsGM on May 22, 2013 17:38:34 GMT -5
Winnipeg, MB -- WinnipegJets.com
Jason Spezza
The Jets prized off-season acquisition C Jason Spezza and his stay with the club was a brief one. The team finalized a trade with the Toronto Maple Leafs late last night, sending Spezza, D Alexander Sulzer, and D Arturs Kulda for LW Drew Stafford, D Marc-Andre Bergeron, and D Jesse Blacker.
At first glance, the loss of Spezza [5G, 4A, 10 GP] should hurt the team offensively. But Stafford [2G, 6A, 11 GP] is no slouch, and the addition of Bergeron gives the team a needed offensive d-man. Tomas Plekanec will fill the void left by Spezza, and center the first line and power play units. The X factor in this deal could very well be 23 year old Jesse Blacker. The rookie blueliner isn't afraid to join the rush, and moves the puck fairly well thanks to his above average skating and passing abilities.
Jesse Blacker
"I think Jesse has a productive career ahead of him, and with some work on his defensive zone coverage and conditioning, calling him a top 4 d-man in the next few season is a real possibility. I think our fans will appreciate what he brings to the table." commented GM Greene.
Jason Spezza
The Jets prized off-season acquisition C Jason Spezza and his stay with the club was a brief one. The team finalized a trade with the Toronto Maple Leafs late last night, sending Spezza, D Alexander Sulzer, and D Arturs Kulda for LW Drew Stafford, D Marc-Andre Bergeron, and D Jesse Blacker.
At first glance, the loss of Spezza [5G, 4A, 10 GP] should hurt the team offensively. But Stafford [2G, 6A, 11 GP] is no slouch, and the addition of Bergeron gives the team a needed offensive d-man. Tomas Plekanec will fill the void left by Spezza, and center the first line and power play units. The X factor in this deal could very well be 23 year old Jesse Blacker. The rookie blueliner isn't afraid to join the rush, and moves the puck fairly well thanks to his above average skating and passing abilities.
Jesse Blacker
"I think Jesse has a productive career ahead of him, and with some work on his defensive zone coverage and conditioning, calling him a top 4 d-man in the next few season is a real possibility. I think our fans will appreciate what he brings to the table." commented GM Greene.
