NOW, ...the Hawks can contend again...

It wasn't until the Hawks got rid of the very contract (Brian Campbell) that put them in a salary cap bind,...that the Hawks would ever be able to finagle and maneuver their roster and get other added pieces to make them a contender again.

Brian Campbell until Thursday, refused to give up his non-trade clause until the man that gave him the big dough,....Dale Tallon was willing to take him back,...but this time as a member of the Florida Panthers. With this move, and getting rid of Troy Brouwer who was due a raise and ...in my opinion wasn't worth the raise, now allows the Hawks to sign Campoli, Frolik, Stalberg, Kopecky and possibly bring in another face. Great move by Stan Bowman today.........GREAT move.