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September 1, 1996
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Manhattan transfer will put Gretzky in spotlight
Wayne Gretzky may take a big bite out of the Big Apple when it comes to cards and memorabilia. His arrival with the New York Rangers isn’t expected to trigger a jump in price for his cards and autographs because his cards already command high prices, but New York dealers are expecting major movement in Gretzky merchandise once the season begins. “Once we get stuff with him and (teammate Mark) Messier on it, it’s going to fly out the door,” said Jim Collins of Future Sports and Memorabilia in New York City. Collins said he was already getting two or three inquiries a day regarding Gretzky before Gretzky signed with New York. He got 10-15 per day in the 48 hours after his signing. “I think there has probably been a 10 to 15…
Hasek declines, Turek has chance to shine
Exit Dominik Hasek, enter Roman Turek. It’s hard to call Hasek’s choice not to play in the World Cup a net gain for the Czech Republic, but with Turek backing him up, it’s hardly the catastrophe some might think. Turek, a 6-foot-3, 190-pounder, who catches with his right hand, played in the German League last season. He was named top goaltender at the 1996 World Championship for leading his country to the gold medal. His performance there impressed the Dallas Stars enough to sign him to a two-year, $1.2 million contract. The Minnesota North Stars had selected Turek 113th overall in the 1990 entry draft. Turek and Petr Bnza-also on the World Cup roster-shared duties at the 1995 World Championship before Turek took control this year. He plays a steady, stand-up style and…
Dreams of Roenick on Island fade after trade to Phoenix
Jeremy Roenick was the prize apple of Mike Milbury’s eye on the free agent tree, but the New York Islanders will almost definitely have to do without him. When Roenick was traded to the Phoenix Coyotes Aug. 16, it all but eliminated the Islanders’ GM from getting him. There was still a slight glimmer of hope since the Coyotes hadn’t signed Roenick, but Milbury wasn’t holding out much hope. “I don’t think we’re going to get him,” Milbury said. “I was convinced of Roenick’s sincerity about not going back to Chicago. I felt Chicago wouldn’t match if we signed him to an offer sheet, or we could eventually work out a trade.” Milbury had agreed to terms with Roenick on a four-year deal worth a base of $22-million. and was ready to sign…
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