Drouin Posted August 22, 2013 Share Posted August 22, 2013 http://www.thefourth.../wpg130815.html -- Winnipeg Jets forward Kyle Wellwood has attracted the interest of Geneva of the Swiss National A-League, but it's not yet clear if he'll join the club. Yesterday, Geneva signed former Edmonton Oilers left wing Lennart Petrell, and has been in negotiations with Wellwood. However, according to Swiss media outlet 20 Minutes, who conducted an interview earlier today with Geneva GM Chris McSorley, Wellwood will not be joining the team. Wellwood, 29, collected six goals and nine assists for 15 points in 39 games with the Jets last season. The native of Windsor, Ontario, has spent the last two seasons with Winnipeg, but remains an unrestricted free agent. While Wellwood would like to stay in the NHL, it's unclear if he'll sign with a team before the start of the new season or if he'll pursue other options overseas -- it's possible Geneva could still be in the mix. Teams in the Swiss League and the KHL have been in contact with several NHL unrestricted free agents, and if Wellwood doesn't find a job on this side of the pond, he'll likely start the 2013-14 campaign in Europe or Russia. He's only 30 and likely has lots left in the tank. I can see him signing with a team and being a solid 3rd/4th liner. Thoughts? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Apples Posted August 22, 2013 Share Posted August 22, 2013 The swiss cheese burgers must be good Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Drouin Posted August 22, 2013 Author Share Posted August 22, 2013 The swiss cheese burgers must be good Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flapjacks Posted August 22, 2013 Share Posted August 22, 2013 a yes Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Drouin Posted August 22, 2013 Author Share Posted August 22, 2013 I think that's just a burger with swiss cheese but ok Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TIGERSHARK27 Posted August 22, 2013 Share Posted August 22, 2013 I think Kyle Wellwood can really still be an impact player if put in the right situation. He continues to amaze me with his low numbers in the PIM column, and I remember his slick hands during his short tenure with the Canucks. I'm surprised no team appears to be interested in signing him, as he was nearly a 50-point player two years ago, and was paid $1.6 million last year. I wouldn't expect him to be asking much more now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cyril Sneer Posted August 22, 2013 Share Posted August 22, 2013 Always had a soft spot for ole welly Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boudrias Posted August 22, 2013 Share Posted August 22, 2013 Always had a soft spot for ole welly Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Where's Wellwood Posted August 22, 2013 Share Posted August 22, 2013 Now I know where Wellwood is. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TOMapleLaughs Posted August 22, 2013 Share Posted August 22, 2013 The only thing left in Welly's tank are about a dozen half-eaten cheeseburgers... With a side order of fries... TO GO! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr Green Lawn Posted August 22, 2013 Share Posted August 22, 2013 As much as I like Wellwood he really does belong in a european hockey league. Highly skilled but too soft. He'll dominate over there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Master Mind Posted August 22, 2013 Share Posted August 22, 2013 I would've thought some team would be interested in him. He can probably be signed for cheap too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lancaster Posted August 22, 2013 Share Posted August 22, 2013 As much as I like Wellwood he really does belong in a european hockey league. Highly skilled but too soft. He'll dominate over there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coconuts Posted August 22, 2013 Share Posted August 22, 2013 I always liked Wellwood, it'd be nice if he could find an NHL job somewhere. If not this season, next season. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UFCanuck Posted August 22, 2013 Share Posted August 22, 2013 To be paid in swiss cheese and swiss chocolate as per player demands. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Silfverberg Snipes Posted August 25, 2013 Share Posted August 25, 2013 Wellwood always made bardown shots like it was nobodies business when he was home free. I'll always admire him for his insane puck handling skills. Anyone remember the goal he scored like right after the buzzer in the third period? I could never find a YouTube of it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ghostsof1915 Posted August 25, 2013 Share Posted August 25, 2013 I heard half his salary will be paid in Lindt Chocolate. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
THERETOOL Posted August 25, 2013 Share Posted August 25, 2013 the real problem for guys like welly , is that the nhl is 2 different leagues ... Its one league in the regular season [ perfect for welly ] , and another one in the playoffs ... [not so perfect for Welly ] is there any other professional sports league that changes as much when the playoffs come around ? The games are even called completely differently by the referees ... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CanucksSayEh Posted August 25, 2013 Share Posted August 25, 2013 Dude scored 47 points recently, should not leave the NHL. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nuxfanabroad Posted August 25, 2013 Share Posted August 25, 2013 They can't be moving too quickly to catch ol'Welly. Probably a circa 1970's-speed, shufflin' zombie could reel him in. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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