PR - Misconducts

Trade Rumors

According to sources close to the team, the Misconducts have acquiring a former Art Ross trophy winner. This player is said to still be alive in the playoffs. When asked if this was the trade that involved a first line player being shipped out of town, GM Maxwell respond with this " At this time I will neither confirm nor deny anything involving another teams players. Are we currently looking to improve our team ? Yes. Are we looking to upgrade our offense ? Yes. But you know what we are also looking to improve our defense and goaltending. " The only three players he would comment on were Robby Blaze, Andy Sackrison, and Carey Price. He stated that all three players have a very long future in Miami and he sees them as the nucleus for which he can build the team around.

Draft Rumors

The hot rumor going around town right now is that Kyle Turris is their apparent target with the four overall selection. The decision came down to either Turris or defenseman Karl Alzner. The feeling in the orginazation is that Turris come team up with last year's second overall selection Andy Sackrison to form a potent combo like Blackhawks youngsters Maxime Lacroix and Derek Brassard. Plus even though defense was their weakest aspect last year they fell they will be better in general because of growth in youngsters like Cam Barker, Robby Blaze, and Cody Wild plus improved play from Carey Price. There is also a wild rumor floating around that the Misconducts have already acquired two more first round picks for this upcoming draft, but you can take that for what it is worth. In order for them to get another first round pick they would have to move some of their young talent and trading young players further along in their develop for first rounders doesn't make a lot of sense for this team. And the veterans they have are worth nothing more than a late second or third round pick.

Blake To Retire

Rob Blake has apparently told management that he is not coming back next year. The reasoning he gave was that he wants to spend more time with his family while he is still realtively young and able to do things with his kids. The Misconducts and the city of Miami would like to wish Mr.Blake the best of luck in his life outside of hockey.