NHL Lockout: Are Hockey Players One Dimensional?

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After Usain Bolt wowed the world for another time at the 2012 London Olympic Games, he was invited to tryout for Manchester United, the famed English soccer club.

What a spectacle it would have been had Bolt actually made the team and became a soccer star, during his "offseason".

Realistically Bolt would not have given up sprinting, after all, that is where he belongs. After kicking the ball around the pitch he undoubtedly would have returned to the track to win more gold medals.

So, I wonder, why have other teams from other sports not looked into the superstars of the NHL in the same way?

Edmonton Oilers: Farm Team Becomes AHL Dream Team

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Many NHL teams recently announced which
players would be sent down to the AHL for next season.

As we all know, at this time anyways, there will be no NHL season due to the lockout. That could potentially change at any moment but the way things are looking it will be lasting a long time. 

So, in that case, why not take a look at what is sure to be one of the best teams during the 2012/13 AHL season?

NHL Lockout: Does it Benefit Teams at All?

With an NHL lockout on the horizon here is a list of benefits a shortened season could bring to teams, in particular the Chicago Blackhawks.

NHL Lockout: The Chicago Blackhawks Would Benefit from Short Season

Realistically, however, this list could be applied to almost every team in the NHL.

As much as the fans are hoping there will be an NHL season, it is not looking to well. It seems, at best, we can only hope a deal can be made before the entire season goes down the drain.

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Detroit Red Wings: Reportedly Sign Carlo Colaiacovo

 According to Andy Strickland, the Detroit Red Wings have agreed to terms with Carlo Colaiacova. The terms of the deal are outlined below, in a tweet obtained from Strickland's Twitter feed.

"@andystrickland: Detroit #Redwings sign Carlo Colaiacovo to a two year contract totaling $5 mil...$2.15 in yr one $2.85 in second yr #NHL"

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Colaiacova played last season for the St. Louis Blues. He was able to play in 64 games and put up a total of 17 points (two goals, 15 assists).

After legendary Red Wings defenceman Nicklas Lidstrom announced his retirement it was widely speculated the team would go after free agent Ryan Suter.

Although the team did offer the defenceman a contract, he ultimately ended up in Minnesota with the Wild. This left the Red Wings with the same holes they started with.

Colaiacova will not be able to replace Lidstrom completely but if he can stay healthy it will prove to be a very good signing for the team.

Tyler Seguin: Boston Bruins Lock Up Young Forward

Courtesy: NHL Snipers

The Boston Bruins have locked up young centre Tyler Seguin to a six-year deal today.

Although there has been discussion that teams should wait until a new CBA is set before signing any of their players long term, the Bruins were not going to take any chances with Seguin.

Seguin is a former second overall pick and has proved he is worth the money. The deal will pay him an average of 5.75 million each season.

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