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Earlier this summer, Bob Murray tried to sign Bobby Ryan to a long-term deal, even going so far as publicly revealing the terms of five years and $25 million. Now he’s going at it in a different way as he was rebuffed.

On Monday, during a conference call, Murray told reporters, “There is the Bobby Ryan issue still sitting out there and we’re attempting to go at that in a different way in the next couple of days. I don’t want to comment on contract negotiations, but we’re going to try something different and that’s all I’m going to say.” He was then asked if that means a shorter-term deal, but Murray stood his ground and he wouldn’t comment.

On the rampant rumors of Paul Kariya’s imminent return to Anaheim, Murray also fielded questions, which were fueled earlier Monday. All of this happened when Teemu Selanne said on his conference call that he has spoken with Murray and Kariya, and he hopes thing can work out.

About the history that Kariya and Selanne have together in Anaheim, the GM said nothing. He even uttered no word about the magic they created from 1996-2001 will factor into what the team ultimately decides.

Murray said, “With my guys we try to figure out how we can put a good hockey team on the ice and be competitive. I couldn’t give two cents what has gone on in the past. All you have to do is look at our team last year. You thought for sure Saku (Koivu) and Teemu would have chemistry right of the bat. Well, they didn’t. The best laid plans don’t always work. If we feel Paul Kariya can be a good fit within our organization than we will move forward.”