Idaho fan: Gordo -
I think I have an idea for the Rams No.2 pick in the draft, TRADE IT ! Stay with me here . New Orleans is interested in moving up to No.2 , because they are enamored with Glenn Dorsey , and are worried that he won't be there at No.10 because of Atlanta , etc. Well , the Rams could trade the No.2 to New Orleans for No.10 & probably a 2nd or 3rd round pick . Then the Rams could take the No.10 pick and trade it to Kansas City for Jared Allen AND a 2nd or 3rd round pick . Surely K.C. would do this because A: K.C. would have TWO picks in the top ten . Not a bad spot for a rebuilding team . And B: They would be getting substantially more for Allen than Minnesota , Tampa Bay , or Jacksonville could give . Now as for the Rams, They would be getting the pass rusher that they drastically need in Allen (15 1/2 sacks last year). Allen is tried and true , where ANYBODY coming out of college IS'NT . And Allen is only 26 years old . Also the Rams would have to pay Allen about the same , or less , as a No.2 pick . Besides , with the added 2nd or 3rd round picks , the Rams could really bolster the defense and/or offense . New Orleans would get what they want , K.C. would get what they want , and the Rams would get what they NEED . Hopefully the Rams are listening !!!!! Keep up the good work , and let me know what you think .
Idaho Fan

Jeff Gordon: Interesting idea. Minnesota was zeroing in on Allen, but this scenario would allow the Rams to trump that deal. Allen would offer more than Hall and insurance against Little's age and injury issues.

I have a tough time seeing the Rams drop lower than eighth in the draft, since they could still get a quality defensive lineman somewhere from No. 2 to No. 8. But then again, if they could get a star DE AND another quality pick (for a WR or OT), that would make sense as well.

matt MVP stroehms: yo gordo,

hey, i have always been wondering why the NHL doesn't have many day games? The Blues probably have like 1 or 2 a season and they're always on the weekend. No get a way days for hockey?

thanks, MATT

Jeff Gordon: There aren't that many night shifters or flex schedule folks to fill the buildings. You see a few weekday day games on holidays Back East, but I doubt it would work here.

George: Hi Jeff. I have a pretty Intriguing question for you. If Erik Johnson were in this years NHL Draft, where do you think he would be ranked among the defensemen? With so many really good defensemen in this years draft, I think it poses an interesting debate. Would he be the first defenseman taken in this draft? Lastly, what current NHL defensemen would you say Johnson most resembles as far as style of play. I was hoping his style would be like Phaneuf from Calgary, but I don't believe he will develop into that type of defenseman. Appreciate your thoughts.

Jeff Gordon: Johnson's combo of size, skating ability, passing skills and ice vision make him unique. I think he would trump this strong class of D-men. Now, Erik doesn't have a booming shot and he needs to grow into a more physical player -- but scouts love his large, athletic frame and his maturity.

He is developing more quickly than Pronger did. Could he be that sort of player? Sure. He doesn't have Chris' edge, but then again he doesn't take silly penalties. Erik has great defensive range, a good stick in the defensive zone and strong outlet passing skills. He can play across from a shooter on the PP and play against the other team's top forward lines.

Matt: Many believe the Rams should draft Jake Long if he is available. The so called draft experts see Jake Long as a solid right tackle but someone who might have trouble at the left tackle position. Obviously, the Rams have Pace and don't need a left tackle right away but it seems to me that if they draft a tackle he should be the eventual replacement for Pace. Is the #2 pick overall too high for a right tackle?

Jeff Gordon: Well, no, because most experts believe the Dolphins will take him first overall, barring a trade.

Ryan: Although it was a disappointing weeekend, the sky is not falling. This team has impressed more than it has disappointed. Beyond that, the news of Mulder and Carpenter both progessing nicely is cause for optimism. My question is - how many more starts do you think Mulder will have at the minor league level before jumping back into the Cards' rotation? Can we project a mid-May return?

Jeff Gordon: That's about right. Mulder always needs time to get his mechanics in order, but even he seems optimistic. If his next two or three starts go well, the club will have to consider moving him in.

The club is no hurry, though, due to the current surplus. At some point, Mozeliak will have to construct a trade that alleviates that. Any GM with pitching woes should have him on speed dial.