There Will Be Rumors Floatin' Around on Judgment Day

"NHL Sources Say" reported that the Hawks were looking at several defensemen. The three names that have been leaked are Colorado's Matt Hunwick, the New York Ranger's Steve Eminger, and Anaheim's Sheldon Brookbank. None of these guys are going to make that big of a difference on this team, so DON'T get your hopes up for some blockbuster trade. It's not happening. These guys are #5 defensemen AT BEST. All this aside, lets take a look at these guys:

Matt Hunwick - 5'11" - 190 - 25 years old.

Assets - Has above-average puck-moving skills. Displays some two-way ability and some offensive upside. Doesn't make many mistakes when he has the puck on his blade.

Flaws - Size and strength are a concern for his long-range NHL potential, since he can struggle when he's forechecked heavily. Isn't great at defending or when without the puck.

Career Potential - Puck-moving defenseman.

Steve Eminger - 6'2" - 203 - 27 years old

Assets - Has great tools. Displays plenty of two-way acumen, as well as tremendous size for the blue-line position.

Flaws - Needs to shoot the puck more often in order to maximize his scoring potential. Must limit critical errors in the defensive zone.

Career Potential - Inconsistent defenseman.

Sheldon Brookbank - 6'1" - 202 - 30 years old

Assets - Always thinks team first, and is willing to stand up for his mates. Has improved his overall defensive play over time.

Flaws - Lacks the skating ability and overall talent to thrive at the National Hockey League level. Will take bad penalties on occasion.

Career Potential - Rugged depth defenseman.