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Niedermayer will return, likely to Ducks

June 26th, 2009, 3:08 pm · 11 Comments · posted by Dan Wood, Staff writer

Having made the decision that he will play next season, defenseman Scott Niedermayer anticipates being back in a Ducks uniform.

Shortly after informing Ducks general manager Bob Murray that he will put off retirement for at least one more year, Niedermayer said expects to re-sign with the team, quite possibly before Wednesday, when he stands to become an unrestricted free agent.

“I think it will work out,” Niedermayer said. “I don’t think I have a concern that it won’t.

“I guess nothing is written in stone. Bob and I spoke briefly. We didn’t have a long discussion about that (a new contract), but we probably will later tonight or tomorrow. Obviously, Bob has to deal with the big picture for the team. That affects everybody involved. I guess I have to hear his side of it, and then I will have a better idea.”

Murray was busy Friday with the NHL entry draft, which began at 4 p.m. in Montreal and continues Saturday.

“I’m excited,” Niedermayer said. “I’m excited to have at least one more year in the NHL, competing in the NHL and playing hockey.”

There is no word yet on whether right wing Teemu Selanne will return next season.

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 11 Comments

  • Nick says:
    June 26, 2009 at 3:24 pm

    ESPN.com just confirmed it w/ his agent too. Well, I’m glad this is over, but damn, talk about last minute decisions. The draft is a little more than 30 minutes away.

    Gotta love Mr. Greybeard’s Wild Ride.

    So, I guess this might be goodbye to Prongs?

  • Chaz says:
    June 26, 2009 at 3:30 pm

    if the offer is right. there’s some big name defenseman out there on the market. who’s going to give the best return? I’m guessing a team that can meet our need of a number 2 center.

  • Alma says:
    June 26, 2009 at 3:31 pm

    ‘Fraid so…

  • backcheck says:
    June 26, 2009 at 3:43 pm

    What makes everybody think Niedermayer is returning to Anaheim?

  • backcheck says:
    June 26, 2009 at 4:20 pm

    tsn.ca reporting Pronger is traded to Philly. No info on who’s coming here

  • Marc says:
    June 26, 2009 at 4:24 pm

    Pronger gone to Philly. Lupul returning.

  • ASeg says:
    June 26, 2009 at 5:19 pm

    Nice trades, more to come I’m sure. Hmmm, hoping Jiggy’s looking to waive his no trade clause!

  • mgonzo2u says:
    June 26, 2009 at 9:23 pm

    Ducks deal Pronger for Lupul, Sbisa, draft picks
    June 26th, 2009, 4:31 pm · 14 Comments · posted by Dan Wood, Staff writer
    The Ducks have traded defenseman Chris Pronger to the Philadelphia Flyers for former Ducks right wing Joffrey Lupul, defenseman Luca Sbisa, first-round draft picks this year and next year and a conditional third-round pick in 2010 or 2011.

    The Ducks acquired Pronger from the Edmonton Oilers in 2006 for a package that included Lupul.

    The deal gives the Ducks the 15th and 21st picks Friday night in the first round of the NHL entry draft, leaving open the possibility that they might be able to package those picks to move up in the first round.

  • mgonzo2u says:
    June 26, 2009 at 9:24 pm

    Smoking Deal!

    Thank you CHRIS PRONGER for helping to bring home a STANLEY CUP to good old Anaheim (OC), CA.

    You will always be appreciated by this Ducks fan.

    Give em hell in the East.

  • pucku2 says:
    June 27, 2009 at 7:32 pm

    Glad to see Scott Favre finally made a decision. Shoulda kept Pronger and let old gray beard go…