WNY Cup Streak Continues?

Penguins defenseman Brooks Orpik has a chance to keep WNY's Cup winning streak alive.

The past two years, a native son has won the Cup: Kevyn Adams of Clarence in 2006, Todd Marchant of Williamsville in 2007. Orpik is also from East Amherst. He has emerged as tough, physical member of the Pens' blueline. He pairs with Sergei Gonchar to form the Penguins top defensive pairing. He'll be busy trying to stop Zetterberg, Datsyuk and Franzen.

Orpis an unrestricted free agent this summer, so he's in position for a big payday. I wonder how much he'd like to come back home and play for the Sabres? He's exactly the physical D they're looking for. Plus, Brooks' brother Andrew is a Sabre draft pick.

So keep an eye on Pittsburgh's #44. Do you think he'd look good in Sabres blue and gold? What does it say for WNY hockey that another native player can win the Cup?