Saturday, October 27, 2007

Reebok to provide alternate jerseys

Reebok has released a statement about their new uniforms. In the alternate version, one fabric has been replaced with an air-knit fabric and the bead-away water repellency technology has been removed. Both jerseys will continue to offer up to four performance materials, including Reebok's PlayDry moisture-wicking technology and a stretch mesh for increased range of motion and ventilation. This will be conducted at a player-to-player basis. Replica versions will remain unchanged. Source

The Washington Capitals and right-winger Alexander Semin agreed Saturday on a $9.2 million, two-year contract extension. Semin, 23, is earning $1.2 million this season and would have been eligible for restricted free agency in the summer. Instead, he'll make $4.2 million in 2008-09 and $5 million in 2009-10. Source

Vadim Khomitski has informed the Iowa Stars he is returning to Russia. It's believed he has signed with Khimik Mytischy of the Russian Super League. "We brought him back because we wanted to see if he could make it here, but I think it was easier for him to go back to Russia," Stars GM Doug Armstrong said. Armstrong said he didn't want to close any doors with Khomitski, but that he was not sure what this means to any future attempts at have the defenseman try to make the NHL. Source

The Vancouver Canucks have inquired about Patrick Sharp, but the Blackhawks are not interested in making any trades at this point.

Mike Johnson has been sent on waivers by the St. Louis Blues. The Blues need to free up a spot for Erik Johnson, who is coming off IR.

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