Plenty of reaction to the Byfuglien trade from around the internet. Here is what I’ve seen so far:
- AJC: Thrashers make blockbuster deal to acquire Byfuglien, Sopel
- AJC: Dudley gives Thrashers a needed jolt with trades
- Fox Sports South: Thrashers, Blackhawks Complete Blockbuster Deal
- The Sporting News: Dudley talks about his big day
- The Sporting News: Blackhawks GM Stan Bowman follows plan to perfection
- The Hockey News: Byfuglien trade is a shrewd move for Blackhawks
- ESPN: Trade pays off for both Hawks, Thrashers
- ESPN Video: Blackhawks trade Byfuglien
- USAToday: Thrashers buying bulk with Byfuglien acquisition
- NHL.com: Hawks deal Byfuglien, Sopel to Thrashers
- TSN: Numbers Game- Byfuglien goes to Atlanta
- Canadian Press: Champion Chicago Blackhawks send playoff hero Byfuglien to Thrashers
Thrashers blogs:
- Birdwatchers Anonymous: Thrashers blockbuster trade with Chicago
- Blueland Chronicle: In the light of day
If you see any other takes on the deal that I missed feel free to let me know. You can also grade the trade on the homepage of atlantathrashers.com in the poll.