WASHINGTON, (OTHL) - - Marty Turco was the big price on this years ufa market, according to most experts, and last night he decided where to play this upcoming season. A handfull of teams were interested in the talented goalie, and in the end Washington Capitals came out on top. The Capitals having added Sean O´Donnell earlier in the day, will hold a press-conference today introducing there latest signings to the media.
Marty Turco enters the 2006-2007 season 6th on the all-time winning list. In 140 starts Turco has 71 wins, 52 loses and 17 tied games. Last season he got his hands on The William Jennings Trophy as the goaltender with the lowest goals against average. He also won the Vezina Trophy as the leagues top goaltender.
In Toronto the Leafs signed Brendan Shanahan to a multi year deal. Shanahan who has spent the last two seasons in Vancouver, will now return home to his native Ontario and play for the Maple Leafs. A team he followed as a young kid. His experience and nose for the net will be a welcome addition to the young Maple Leafs roster.