James Wisniewski

14 February 2010

ks or prospects.  I think they want NHL talent in return.”  He listed Nick Boynton, James Wisniewski and Kyle Chipchura as possible players that will be moved at the deadline.

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9 July 2009

defenseman, Ryan plays his position well and is rarely caught up ice on an odd-man rush.

James Wisniewski was also a late-season acquisition for the Ducks in March, being involved in the Sami Pahlsson deal with Chicago.  Wisniewski will not put pucks in the net like Niedermayer or Whitney, but will do all of the dirty work that wins games in the long run.  He sacrificed his body numerous times in the Ducks' two playoff rounds in 2009, not to mention throwing hits when needed.  He runs under the radar as a smart defenseman that can easily be used against top lines.  His determination is his greatest attribute.

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5 March 2009

t reassurance for your third line though.  Good deal for both teams.

Chicago trades James Wisniewski and Petri Kontiola to Anaheim for Samuel Pahlsson, Logan Stephenson and a 2009 conditional draft pick.

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