The NHL capped off one of its most captivating seasons last month, and looks to keep its mainstream momentum going well through the offseason.
The free agent market has been hot, with rumors circling around numerous players and teams, just waiting for the pieces to fall into place.
Most teams are currently in a holding pattern, waiting for the highly sought-after Zach Parise to sign, at which point, things could start heating up incredibly fast. Proven veterans are ready to enlist their services to the most captivating bidder, hoping to make a run a Lord Stanley in 2013.
Here's the latest on five of the top free agents on the market, and where they might be lacing up next season:
Jamie Langenbrunner
Suitors: Blues, Maple Leafs
Langenbrunner has stated his intention to stay in St. Louis, where despite an injury-plagued season, he helped the Blues overachieve in 2011-12.
It's hard to imagine why the Blues wouldn't want the gritty 36-year-old back for another playoff run; even though unconfirmed speculation has linked him to Toronto as well.
Even with that, it's har ...
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Article written by Brian Leigh
2012 NHL Free Agents: Jamie Langenbrunner and 5 of the Best Veterans Available
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