McKenzie Shoots Down Trade Rumour

Mike Boone and other members of the Montreal media made waves last night, identifying TSN's Bob McKenzie as the source of a rumoured Koivu for Marleau swap. Because McKenzie's is such a respected voice in the hockey media - he avoids juicy but unfounded speculation - the rumour quickly gained mass. Ultimately, however, it turns out to have been a phantom. Luckily, perhaps, for the Canadiens, who should think twice before entertaining the notion of trading Koivu, the face of the Canadiens and their best player.