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Flyers put D Randy Jones through re-entry waivers; should the Predators bite?

The Philadelphia Flyers have reportedly put defenseman Randy Jones through re-entry waivers as they recall him from the AHL, which means that any team that wants him would split paying his salary 50/50 with Philadelphia.

Given the Predators' struggles early this season, is it worth bringing in a veteran for only half of his $2.75 million salary?


Randy Jones

#6 / Philadelphia Flyers

6-2

200

Jul 23, 1981


Year Team GP G A P +/- PIM PPG SHG GWG GTG SOG
2003 Flyers 5 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 5
2005 Flyers 28 0 8 8 -6 16 0 0 0 0 21
2006 Flyers 66 4 18 22 -14 38 0 0 0 0 67
2007 Flyers 71 5 26 31 8 58 1 0 0 0 103
2008 Flyers 47 4 4 8 8 22 1 0 2 0 45

This, from Randy's scouting report on his profile page:

Scouting Report

Assets
  • Has good size and solid puck-moving skills. Is capable of logging important minutes and will play the body. Can also chip in with some offense.
Flaws
  • Is extremely inconsistent in the hitting department and could stand to play a more physical game. Must tighten up his defensive-zone coverage.
Career Potential
  • Top six defenseman.
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Should the Nashville Predators claim D Randy Jones?
Yes
29 votes
No
55 votes

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Please no. We don’t want to pay him to play for Nashville.

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by Travis Hughes on Oct 28, 2009 4:52 PM EDT reply actions  

We already have an R. Jones. Adding this guy would cause too much confusion.

by Lil cutie on Oct 28, 2009 4:57 PM EDT reply actions  

Definitely worth a look. Two years at half price make this an attractive option. If it works out, Hamhuis and his impending FA contract become portable.

by 101st on Oct 28, 2009 6:22 PM EDT reply actions  

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