Eklund at Hockybuzz reports..."If there was one player whose stock rose the most this past playoffs it is Brooks Orpick. Brooks showed a ton. Most of all, the guy can do it all. His four hit shift in Game 3 of the Finals was the stuff of legend in hockey, his ability to pick up Gonchar's game over the past few years has truly revitalized Gonchar's game. To be paired with a puck moving defenseman like Gonchar and to be NEVER out of position is an accomplishment.
However, word has been out these playoffs that Orpik is almost certainly moving on. The Sabres, Bruins, Sharks, Rangers and Kings are teams currently rumoured to have interest in the rugged blue-liner."
...the Rangers interest in Orpik is a no brainer. Unfortunately, with his stock rising that also means his price tag is rising. Hopefully, the Rangers can find a way to get this kid on board without breaking the bank.
...Eklund's description of how well Orpik plays with a puck moving defenseman reminds me of another former Ranger defenseman who was never out of position while playing with Brian Leetch.
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It didn't cost us a fortune to get Beuke. We need Orpik's toughness but we shouldn't break the bank on this guy. He's a solid d-man at best, we really need to sign 2 guys on the blueline we can't throw it all on him.
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