Many Sooites are anxiously awaiting an announcement from Ron Francis on whether he will retire or continue his hall of fame career.
The 41 year-old native of Sault Ste. Marie said in a Toronto Star article today that he will take a month to relax and discuss his future with his family. Francis still believes that he has the skills to compete at the National Hockey League level.
Many hockey observers were extremely upset with Francis being scratched from the Toronto Maple Leafs lineup in their final post season contest on Tuesday.
With his retirement being rumoured, fans were hoping for the two-time Stanley Cup champion to go out on the ice.
But The Sports Network reported on Thursday that Francis was scratched due to a back injury.
To read the article from the Toronto Star, click here.
*** NOLAN INTERVIEWED IN SARNIA:
The London Free Press is reporting on Friday that Garden River's Ted Nolan has been interviewed for the head coaching position with the Ontario Hockey League's Sarnia Sting.
Nolan guided the Soo Greyhounds to two OHL championships and a Memorial Cup title and is also an former NHL coach of the year winner.
To read the article by the Free Press' Jim Cressman on Nolan and other potential OHL moves, click here.
*** CARTER EYES THE NHL:
If Soo Greyhounds captain Jeff Carter has his way then the 19 year-old centre will not be returning to junior hockey next season.
A recent story in the Philadelphia Inquirer talks about Carter's goal to stick with the Philadelphia Flyers next season, provided a season actually occurs.
While Carter says he would be a bit upset to return to Sault Ste. Marie, he would come back with a smile and do what it takes to win.
To read the article, click here.