The New NHL

Ottawa - already the changing face of the Ottawa Senators has begun, as new club GM Murray has dealt Peter Schaefer and his 3 year, almost $7M deal to the Bruins for Sean Donovan, at 1 year, just under $1M. This is pretty much a salary dump, that changes the chemistry a bit for the Senators, but gives Schaefer a legitimate shot to be a top 6 forward on the Bruins, hungry for scoring. Schaefer has soft hands and good wheels, and is an under-rated penalty killer. Donovan can skate, and is a gritty guy in the corners, but the message Murray sends here is that he is clearing cap space to sign some cheaper Tier II UFAs or getting ready to try and lock up Dany Heatley prior to him becoming a UFA next season. Fantasy Impact with the Trade:

Schaefer – Positive
Savard or Bergeron – Positive
Senators Depth - Negative
Bruins Powerplay – Positive
Bruins Penalty Kill - Positive