In the Sherwood division the Kindersley Klippers are ten points out of a playoff spot and are clearly in a rebuild for next season. The playoffs are not officially out of sight but we do know the Klippers will be looking to be sellers today on deadline day. That doesn't mean that this current roster will be blown up because Kindersley has already made significant moves earlier in the season shipping out the likes of Taylor Duzan, Jesse Mysiorek and Jordon Hoffman.
In terms of the SJHL playoff race things are tight and it will be interesting to see what teams are actually sellers today. A team like Notre Dame may choose to stand pat and try their luck in the playoffs or they may ship out a player like Todd Christian or Carson Grolla and still try and go for the playoffs this year but also build for next season.
Really the only 2 definite sellers in the SJHL are the Kindersley Klippers and the Melfort Mustangs. Kindersley has already made moves but their still is a handful of players on the Klippers roster who could receive trade offers today.
Rockie Zinger came out and said that the organization is listening to all offers.
" At this point when you have this record, and this group, your going to listen to everyone that has something to offer and explore all avenues. Obviously its not going to get blown up, because of cards and issues like that. I wouldn't expect a flurry of deals, but if there is something out there that we feel will make our team better and raise our compete level then we will defiantly do it. "
Here is my list of guys who may be highly sought after around the Junior A hockey leagues. This does not mean that they are on the trading block from the Klippers side.
Taylor Wasden - Wasden is the only 20 year old player left on the Klippers roster. He came out before Christmas and said he would like to stay in Kindersley to try and help the club make a push for a playoff spot. Since then Kindersley hasn't got any closer to a playoff spot and the thought of not playing hockey come the end of Febuary has likely crossed Wasdens mind. I do believe Wazy will be dealt at some point today so that he can continue his final SJHL season with a playoff run. He is a great leader on and on the ice, is tough as nails and could help any team in a playoff series. A number of rumors have been floating around but nothing at this point is official on the Wasden front.
Wheaton King - Kindersleys leading point getter. He has alot of offensive ability but can also play a gritty two way game suited for the playoffs. Wheaton is only 19 and eligible to return to Kindersley next season but with alot of teams around the SJHL looking to take that next step, a team could offer Kindersley a significant dealer that might be to much to pass on. I would say Kindersley is not out shopping King, but if a big offer does come along, then Zinger will have to consider it.
David Haaf or Zane Morin - 1st off I am not coming out and saying either of these 2 will be dealt, nor have I heard anyting leading me to think they may be dealt. These two are pure speculation based on the fact that they are the 2 oldest d men on the Klippers roster. I would assume both Haaf and Morin would be on the radar of many teams but with them both set to return next season, it would take a good trade offer to part with either of these 19 year old dmen.
Those are just a few guys based on age that will likely receive a phone call about on deadline day. I would really say that their isn't to many untouchables on the Klipper roster and if an offer comes in on a player that isn't on that above list, I am sure Rockie Zinger will strongly consider it.
I had a brief chat with Zinger last night but he didnt give me much to work with in terms of rumors. Things were quiet for the most part but I am sure that will change today. Check back later for an update, it should be a very exciting day around the SJHL.
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