Here is someone we haven't heard from in a while.
Brian Burke was on TVA in Quebec and had this to say about Roberto Luongo: "There has not been significant discussion (with the Canucks) on that player."
Interesting Burke made the comment in order to calm the speculation regarding the Canuck goaltending. The comment may have the opposite effect. Partly because Burke did not say he hasn't had any discussions with the Canucks just that he had no significant discussion. This leads one to believe that there have been some discussions then.
Leafs Nation is all over the map when it comes to Luongo. Some believe that Burke should give up just about any asset to acquire Luongo. Some would like to see Luongo in a Leafs jersey if the price is right. While others either hate Luongo or the contract and don't want to see him here.
I think Luongo has been a streak goalie throughout his career but overall has been very good. His play has declined somewhat and the question is how rapidly will his skills diminish in light of his long contract. Steve Yzerman has told the media that he is not looking to trade for a goalie which would seem to eliminate the Bolts as a possible location for Luongo. That said if the Canucks will take back some bad Leafs contract (like Mike Komisarek) then a deal should be made.
Still my first choice would be Tim Thomas if he became available and if the Bruins would trade him to a divisional rival.
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