The decision fell into Darryl Sutter’s hands, and the choice was made; Turek was traded.  Goodfellow decided that since he wasn’t around for the 4-game road trip in which the team started its 5 game losing skid, he would leave the decision of whom the future net-minder of the team would be to the coach. 

“We’ve built a lot around this kid, it’s about time we find out what he can do.  Turek was good, but I want better.  This kid could be it,” said Sutter about the deal.

Goodfellow, who has also been on a long road trip with the Canucks, told reporters that a few teams were inquiring about Turek before he was even thinking of trading him.  It wasn’t hard for him to put a deal in place as the acquiring team, the Saint John Barbarians GM John Kenny, had made the offer several days prior.

“I know that Roman wanted to stay here in South Esk.  Maybe if Marty wasn’t sitting on the bench every game I wouldn’t have considered it, but everyone knew that the whole organization has put a lot of attention on Marty, since before we drafted him.  I think with Joseph holding out, Roman will see the starting job as his for the taking,” said Goodfellow from the Canucks dressing room.