McCARTHY BACK TO ATLANTA

The Atlanta Thrashers acquired defenseman Steve McCarthy from the Anaheim Ducks for future considerations.

What does it give the Atlanta Thrashers
McCarthy will start out with the AHL's Chicago Wolves and is merely a depth defenseman at this stage of his career.

What does it give the Anaheim Ducks
The Ducks didn't have much use for McCarthy anymore, after the addition of other rearguards in the off-season.