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Considering a resume that includes over 300 NHL goals and two Stanley Cups, it's kind of odd to see forward Petr Sykora still looking for work.The veteran was a part of the Penguins' championship team last season, picking up another 25-goal season along the way. Unable to find a contract offer to his liking in the NHL, and seemingly unwilling to jump to Russia, Sykora is instead going to try out for the Minnesota Wild.
According to Michael Russo, the Wild have offered Sykora a contract for just over $1 million. Russo emphasizes on his blog that the Wild have not signed Sykora, and he has not agreed to terms on a contract.
This is exactly what it looks like. It's a tryout.
From the sounds of it, the Wild will be much more of a hard-skating team this season. New head coach Todd Richards wants a higher-tempo brand of hockey, and it requires everyone to skate. If there's a weakness in Sykora's game, it's what could sometimes be perceived as laziness. For him to fit in with the Wild, he has to be a more consistent worker than what he has shown in the past.
That said, the Wild badly need top-six forwards. If Sykora can provide that kind of depth, he'd be a great pickup for the team.
Considering the cost involved, it's certainly worth a shot to see if Sykora can make the team.
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