- In a non-surprising mood, Andres Nodl was picked up by Carolina, after being placed on Waivers. It was more than expected that one forward had to be released at some point this season, and Nodl was the odd man out. It's great that he will get plenty of playing time in Carolina, and he is a special player. I wouldn't be surprised if he produced in Carolina...but at this time it was the best move for this Flyers team.
- The consistent injuries to Pronger just show us all that the Flyers need to pick up another defense. If you look back, this was an issue I had since day one with the Flyers of this season. I wish they would have chased defensive help after getting a goalie in the off-season, but at that time i also expected Carter and Richards on our Flyers.
Scott Hartnall is making this process very difficult. At the start of the year, I had no problem trading him....but now with his production...how can you? I dont know if i've seen him play any better in his career. Flyers have plenty of youth players who are more than trade-able. There were plenty of names (HarryZ, Wellwood, etc) who wen't from being our top youth prospects to 2nd tier with the addition of Schenn, Courtier, and Read. Getting rid of two of those guys to a bad team for a defender is certainly plausible, and encouraged by myself.
And this leads to the big news out of England today. Since I know none of you are aware, but Ivory Coast striker Didier Drogba of Chelsea FC denied a low-dollar contract extension from the front office at Chelsea. This denial essentially shows that he may become a free agent after this season. With the horrendous season Chelsea is having, there never was much of a chance to see him back in blue next year. Drogba's age and dropping skill leaves him far below what is necessary to play top-level soccer anymore.
This led to what I envisioned and dreamed of before, that our Philadelphia Union pursue Didger Drogba as their superstar signing. MLS has a tag you can place on a player that does not count against your salary cap...something they have not done yet (with Adu). This tag was placed on Beckham when he came to LA and Henry when he came to New York.
Such signing would be perfect for the offense-lacking Union. With his fading skill, he would still be beyond spectacular in the MLS. There is already rumors that the LA Galaxy are chasing Drogba if Beckham leaves after this season...and well, i'd rather see one of my favorite players of all time in Philly.
This is the chance for the Philadelphia Union to get worldwide recognition.
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