Rico Fata

Fata got off to a strong start in 2003-04, but then slumped to one of the worst plus-minus totals (-46) in the entire NHL. Much has changed since then. He underwent testicular cancer surgery earlier in 2005, and seems to have found a new level of maturity. Unfortunately, the Penguins have added a plethora of free agent talent, and Fata will likely find himself on the short end of the stick -- playing-time wise. His reduced exposure actually could help the quality of his statistics, however, because he won't be hung out to dry the way he was when the team finished last overall in points in 2003-04.