Minor news but our modest off-season signings have begun. The Stars have agreed to
sign Don Sweeney to a 1-yr deal. If you're like me & have never heard of this guy, he's a defenseman w/the Bruins. Here's a scouting report:
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A solid defender, who has good mobility and can move the puck. Does not have a lot of size, but doesn't shy away from physical play. Can deliver crushing hits due to his superb strength. He is a superbly conditioned athlete. Smart player who is highly competitive.
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It appears that this will be our 7th D. I think it's a good depth move, especially since it's just a 1-yr deal. He sounds like he has good character.
Edit: Update: Sweeney is signed for around half a million for 1 year, plus incentives. Other news: The Stars also signed Antti Miettinen and Mattias Tjarnqvist, their top 2 Euro prospects, to short term deals. RFA Marty Turco has opted out of arbitration & there is a chance he will be a hold-out from training camp a la Brenden Morrow last year.