Nick Boynton - Does Anyone Need Him?

Thanks to my main man Todd for posting the news right here at NHL Jambalaya.

Nick Boynton is an interesting guy to look at for any team. Does your favorite team have anyone out for a long period of time, does claiming Boynton fill the gap? He might. Let's take a look and see if he fits the bill.

He' listed as 6'1" and 218 lbs. OK, he's not a little guy. Check. 

He's 31 years old and is old enough and experienced enough to step in without calling up a rookie. Check.

Is he a UFA at seasons end? Yes. Check.

Is he physical and tough? Yes. Check.

So far he looks good doesn't he? But what could be so special about a guy who is being sent down? He must suck right?

No, he doesn't completely suck. His biggest drawback is his $1.5 million dollar contact. That's pretty steep for a 5th/6th/7th guy.  However, he did have his best season was in 2003-04 with GP81  G6  A24  P30   Not bad, but it's 2010. How much has changed? The biggest thing that I like seeing, he has a career NHL stat of +16. Not too shabby.

So I don't know. What to do?

Do any teams out there actually claim him? I guess it's possible. What would you do?