Murphy Experiment Over

The Cory Murphy experiment is over... at least for the near future. The 28 year old defenseman has been placed on waivers.

General Manager Lou Lamoriello stated that if Murphy clears waivers, he will be assigned to Lowell of the AHL, this according to Tom Gulitti of NJ.com. Mark Fraser, who had suffered a head injury during a training camp fight, looks to be the leading candidate to take Murphy's place.

The re-inspired play of Andy Greene is more than likely the primary factor in the Murphy decision. Add in the 4-0 record when Greene plays vs. 0-3 when Murphy dresses, sending Murphy down is not a difficult decision. He had his chance, and almost appeared to get worse as he progressed in his 3 games.

Due to his low salary, should Murphy be called back up, he would not need to pass through re-entry waivers. So should he perform well in Lowell, and someone slips in the defensive corps, he could get another shot.

Only time will tell.