[Y]Emelin on the Move?

Sunrise, Florida -- In an effort to generate more offense, rumors out of Pantherland suggest GM IronMike is looking to add a forward to his roster.

Prospect Alexei [Y]emelin is the hottest and most frequent name mentioned during trade talks. The hulking 6-2ft forward from Russia is currently playing in the NHL. He has shown an ability to play tough and disciplined although his offensive game has been slow to develop. It also must be said, the players and GM's in the NHL don't have the talent or good looks as those playing and GMing in the NsimHL.

We like Alexei, said GM IronMike. He has become a nice asset for our club. It looks like he can step right in next season and play for our team, at least we expect him too. Will he be dealt? We are looking for ways to improve the team right now. We feel we have a shot to contend. Emelin is an asset. Let's play this out and see what happens.

Ever the poker player, IronMike seems to be indicating he has a strong hand and is willing to bet anything with it to the river.

Rumors indicate the Panthers are shopping picks too. They own 19 picks over the next two drafts.

CATS ROOKIE WATCH:

Josh Harding: has appeared in 9 games recording three wins. He has a tidy 2.17 goals against average and 921 save percentage.

Oliver Ekman-Larsson: Has played twenty games this season and averaged 7.5 minutes of ice-time per game. He has one goal and one assist [both on the power-play] and has a plus/minus of zero.

Jakob Voracek: Has played all 31 games, some of which on the Panthers top line. He averages almost 17 minutes of ice-time and has produced 14 points this season. He is also 4th on the team in plus-minus with a plus 10.