Evaluating Burke's Offseason Moves

What was Brian Burke's most important offseason move? Some might say MacArthur - $1.1m for a guy who has 23 pts in 30 games is a steal. Others might look to Kris Versteeg who, after a slow start, is really starting to come around. Some might even say not trading Kaberle (especially given how well Schenn has played when paired with Kabs).

I was happy with all three of those moves, but no move was as significant as the acquisition of Colby Armstrong. Many thought the Leafs overpaid when they signed Colby Armstrong to a deal paying him $3m per season. He has already missed 16 of the first 30 games of the the season and he only has 2 pts so far. But the numbers don't lie:

Overall:
12-14-4

With Armstrong in the lineup:
9-3-1

Without Armstrong in the lineup:
3-11-3

Much like Darcy Tucker used to do, he's an energy guy who makes those around him better. He may only have 2 pts on the season, but he knows his role and he delivers everytime he's on the ice. It's only a matter of time before he puts up a few more points. Regardless of whether he scores, let's all just hope Colby can stay healthy and the Leafs can continue to win with him on the ice.