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Canucks Have Discussions With Doan, Arnott

By Zanstorm
WASHINGTON, DC - MARCH 13: Jason Arnott #44 of the Washington Capitals celebrates his goal against the Chicago Blackhawks at the Verizon Center on March 13, 2011 in Washington, DC. (Photo by Rob Carr/Getty Images)
WASHINGTON, DC - MARCH 13: Jason Arnott #44 of the Washington Capitals celebrates his goal against the Chicago Blackhawks at the Verizon Center on March 13, 2011 in Washington, DC. (Photo by Rob Carr/Getty Images)
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Doan met with the Canucks yesterday, but I don't hold out much hope for him signing here at a discount to his reported 4-year, $30 million "rumored" asking price, assuming Mike Gillis is not biting on that.

Jason Arnott, 37, as a 3rd line center is an intriguing option. When it seemed like he was a career injury prone player a few years back, he has played over 70 games in each of his past 2 seasons and scored 17 goals both years, with limited ice time (about 14:00 per game). He was a +13 with the Blues last season. 6 of his 17 goals in 2011-12 came on the power play. He received a fair bit of power play time and no shorthanded minutes. If you want to check out his CORSI / Zone Starts / PDO / etc advanced stats, head over to Behind The Net. Check out his situational stats at Yahoo Sports. Check out his time on ice and many other basic stats at NHL.com.

Arnott made $2.5 million last season.

Here's a little Arnott video gem from the year 2000:

May be the prettiest Cup Winner ever.

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