Sad to see Nabby go, but it had to be done. At least he's going home, sort of. Malhotra to Vancouver sucks big time.
Given the choice of your crop of RFAs, I like the Marleau and (especially) the Pavelski signings. Niittymaki did well considering the situation in Tampa last year (21-18-5, 909 SV% 2.87 GAA) he should improve on those numbers this season, and as a plus has several good years left at 30. Curious about your cap situation considering you let a valuable cog go in Malhotra?
"Sharks President and CEO Greg Jamison Stepping Away from Day-to-Day Operations of Franchise" (Wednesday, 9/1/10) "Letter from the President" (Wednesday, 9/1/10) -G
Do you mean adding Niemi or losing Jamison (or both?)? In any case, Niemi's addition is now also covered on the Sharks' website: "Cup Winning Goaltender Coming To San Jose" (Thursday, 9/2/10) -G