Jarome Iginla will get his chance to win a Stanley Cup.
According to ESPN's Pierre LeBrun, the Colorado Avalanche have dealt the 39-year old winger to the Los Angeles Kings for a conditional fourth round draft pick. In addition, the Avs' have retained 50 percent of Iginla's salary.
The former 50-goal scorer came close to winning the Cup in 2004 as a member of the Flames, but lost in Game 6 in a controversial match.
Iginla has a trophy case full of awards he has accrued including two "Rocket" Richard Trophys and an Art Ross Trophy. The Avalanche have been out of the running for some time now and Sakic is trying to accomodate another legend of the game.
Iginla's career is clearly winding down, and his production has fallen considerably. In 61 games this season 'Iggy' has 8 goals and 10 assists for 18 points. It is bel
This trade would be a courtesy to Iginla, even if the return would be small for his services.
There is no doubt seeing Iginla hoist the Cup to cap his impressive career would be a storyline any fan could appreciate.
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