San Jose Sharks Signing: Is Niemi the Antti-Dote for the Sharks?

The San Jose Sharks made a curious move on Wednesday, as multiple sources confirm that the Sharks are close to signing former Chicago Blackhawk goaltender and Stanley Cup Champion Antti Niemi to a one-year, $2 million contract.

After Niemi was awarded $2.75 million in arbitration, the Blackhawks released him and signed former Dallas Star Marty Turco for $1.3 million. It's interesting that San Jose showed interest in signing Niemi because they had already committed $2 million dollars  to Antero Niittymaki on the first day of free agency.

There are many misperceptions about Niemi, with the biggest being that he is a “proven” winner. He may have a ring on his finger, but he is sti...

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