Monday, August 9, 2010

Dudley Believes Byfuglien Can Star at Forward or 'D' for Thrashers

Filed under: Thrashers, NHL Free Agency, FanHouse ExclusiveFanHouse's Christopher Botta recently spoke with Atlanta Thrashers GM Rick Dudley on his team's very eventful offseason. This is Part One of a three-part series.

Funny thing about Rick Dudley's biggest acquisition of his offseason makeover of the Atlanta Thrashers -- the general manager is not sure what position he's going to play.

The big addition in question -- literally and figuratively -- is Dustin Byfuglien, the 6-3, 250-pound Stanley Cup hero the Chicago Blackhawks traded to the Thrashers. Dudley, a former executive with the Blackhawks before joining Atlanta's management a year ago, was more than happy to be there for his old team.

"Buff is one of the most unique talents in the game," Dudley said in a wide-ranging interview with NHL FanHouse. "He's 250-plus, with great skill and size. He can play with finesse or he can show you his nasty streak. When we had the chance to bring him to Atlanta, I didn't have to think twice." Permalink | Email this | Linking Blogs | Commentspocket bike parts ski japan boat manufacturers

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