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Take Bowman At His Word: He's Aiming Big

February 22, 2012, 5:13 PM ET [338 Comments]
John Jaeckel
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After being branded a Stan Bowman Hater this morning, I am glad to be able to tell you, late reports convince me the Hawk GM is, in fact, swinging for the fences on some big name players.

At this point, I can't divulge the big name center the Hawks are said to be discussing this afternoon. When I can, I will.

If the Hawks can make this deal, it would automatically improve their power play and create a fairly big matchup problem for other teams in the playoffs— and provide a nice insurance policy if Jonathan Toews' health issue becomes long-term.

This transaction, if it happens, could wait until the deadline as it would be a fairly major move both on and off the ice (financially). And, although the other club made it known to the Hawks the player was available, the actual intent of the team is not completely clear at this point. But make no mistake, the player involved would improve the Hawks fairly dramatically, even strength and on at least one special team.

Some other information I heard this afternoon tells me Bowman has multiple irons in the fire for bigger players.

One offer the Hawks apparently had put together recently for a player whose identity I do not know apparently included two significant prospects and a 2nd round pick— so it was likely intended for a more significant asset than Kyle Quincey.

I will also add that the names I heard being offered suggest the Hawks have no sacred cows (beyond the core). Bowman is working on it and working hard on it. However, I also heard late today that one Hawk prospect, RW Jimmy Hayes, is moving to near untouchable status.

More as I have it,

JJ



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