Depth and the lack there of
During the Lightning’s run in 2003-04, it benefit greatly due to a lack of missed man-days from members of it’s roster. That was oen fo the stories that followed the Lightning as it went on to capture Lord Stanley’s Cup.
We all know that we can’t count on the same injury-free season again from this squad (it’s impractical and improbable to think about) and with that being said, you need players to fall back on - to sub for injuries - in case someone does get hurt.
Well, it’s official that Eric Perrin won’t be one of those individuals as he signed a deal with SC Bern. Perrin took less than he could have made with the Lightning at the NHL level… Due mostly to the fact that Perrin didn’t believe he woudl break in on the roster and would be forced to take only 75 Thousand at the AHL level.
Well, that and the fact he likely would be lost by the Lightning upon callup (as players have to go through waivers each way).
August 23rd, 2005 at 12:32 pm
Perrin and Marty have been best friends since childhood. They ripped it up at UVM in college and I think Marty had a big hand in getting Perrin into the TB organization. I’m sure he spoke with Marty before he made his decision. I wonder if this is a foreshadow to Marty not wearing a TB uniform this year.
August 23rd, 2005 at 12:58 pm
Yeah, I’m aware fo the close bond between Perrin and Marty (much liek the bond between Vinny and Brad Richards) and I hope you’re wrong with the foreshadowing talk… Not that this move doesn’t beg the question.
You know, there is a chance that this move was made with the blessing of Feaster in an attempt to circumvent the waiver rules of the new CBA. Of course, Eric would have to be signed in order to suit up for Tampa Bay, but he is still their property as he plays for SC Bern.