Talk about useless signings...

http://avalanche.nhl.com/team/app/?service=page&page=NewsPage&articleid=366903

"The Colorado Avalanche Hockey Club announced today that it has signed 
forward Scott Parker to a one-year contract through the 2008-09 season.

Parker, 30, appeared in 25 games for the Avalanche last season and
finished 
third on the team in penalty minutes with 70.  He skated in his 300th NHL 
game on Jan. 24 against Minnesota.

"Scott Parker has been part of our team for many years," said Avalanche 
Executive Vice President & General Manager Francois Giguere. "We're
pleased 
to announce that he has decided to remain with our organization.""


Yeah, so signing Chris Chelios to a one year deal is stupid and wasteful 
even though the guy is sure fire first ballot Hall of Famer and will have 
inestimable value to the team beyond on-ice stuff... but Scott Parker? 
That's a good signing, is it? :)

What, was Useless McUselesstein already locked up to a two year deal 
somewhere else?