By Ken Armer, Senior Ducks Writer for The Puck Drop
The Anaheim Ducks today came one step closer to making their way back to post-season success today with the announcement Scott Niedermayer would not be retiring. Niedermayer was the teams captain, and Conn Smythe trophy winner in 2007 when the Ducks won the Stanley Cup.
“It’s no secret what Scotty has meant to this organization over the past three years,” said Executive Vice President/General Manager Brian Burke. “Needless to say, we are thrilled he’s returning to play for the upcoming season.”
Its no secret what Scotty has meant to any organization! The man wins regardless of where he is. He is one of the classiest NHLers there is, and he is always considered in the top ten, possibly even five, of defensemen.
For Example: “Niedermayer has won four Stanley Cup championships and is the only player in hockey history to have won a Stanley Cup, Olympic Gold Medal, World Championship, World Cup, Memorial Cup and World Junior title. He helped lead the Ducks to their first Stanley Cup title in 2007, winning the Conn Smythe Trophy as the most valuable player of the playoffs.” As quoted from the Ducks website.
“I had a great time last season after returning to the team,” said Niedermayer. “I’m excited about having another opportunity to win, and fully expect this team to be competing for another Stanley Cup next spring.”
Niedermayer will speak to the media later this afternoon and his comments will be available on AnaheimDucks.com soon afterward.
Now the only piece remaining in limbo is Teemu Selanne, who has no timetable to decide as he is a free agent. Among sources, such as myself Selanne is expected to return to the team, especially with Niedermayer’s return.
Article Source: courtesy of Anaheim Ducks website
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