It is not yet known if Gomez will join the team on Thursday night against the Phoenix Coyotes.

The once star of the New Jersey Devils is 33 and has struggled to put up points in Montreal over the past few seasons.  Only time will tell if Gomez will help the Sharks, but there is still plenty of hockey left in Gomez’s tank.

Do you think this signing will effect the Western Conference this season?  Does this move make the Sharks more of a contender?  Let us know your thoughts.

As always, LET’S GO BLUES!

-Alex Hodschayan

A one-time star with the New Jersey Devils, Gomez, 33, has struggled the past couple of seasons as a member of the Montreal Canadiens. Last season he managed just two goals and nine assists in 38 games, and the Canadiens waived him when the lockout was settled, making him an unrestricted free agent.

Part of Scott Gomez’s game is more than may meet the eye, while his offensive performance has never been what it was with the New York Rangers, Gomez is still able to move the puck really well and could be an asset on the powerplay, where the Blues have struggled in the past several seasons.

I personally don’t see the St. Louis Blues having any interest in Gomez, but you never know.  According to Dennis Bernstein via twitter, ”Can add Canucks to the list of teams interested in Gomez.”  This is a situation that would make a lot more sense.  There was talk last week that the Vancouver Canucks may have interest in Jason Arnott due to injuries they are dealing with this season and needing to add a few more players up front.  While that has not panned out as of yet, Scott Gomez could be a guy that would make a lot more sense to the Canucks.

No matter who signs Scott Gomez after he is bought out, keep in mind that the Montreal Canadiens are still on the hook for paying his salary this season so Gomez will actually have a higher salary than he was supposed to if he is picked up.  We will keep you updated on this and other NHL news.  That’s all for now, and, as always, LET’S GO BLUES!