We've hit the dog days of the NHL off-season and while some folks are doing their best to keep the rumor mill churning the fact of the matter is there's a whole lotta nothin' goin' on.

The cream of his summer's rather thin UFA crop have been long signed and the lack of qualify RFA talent resulted in no blizzard of offer sheets.  The arbitration period ended quietly, and most general managers are now on much-needed vacations.

So here's a quick look at the few remaining UFAs of note and what their current status is.

Mats Sundin - In Sweden contemplating retirement.

Joe Sakic - Contemplating retirement.

Peter Forsberg - skating in practices in Sweden rehabbing his troublesome right foot; a decision on a possible return currently isn't expected until early December.

Brendan Shanahan - interested in re-signing with the NY Rangers, willing to consider other offers should the Blueshirts pass, definitely wants to play one more season.

Teemu Selanne - believed willing to return with the Anaheim Ducks and could merely be awaiting the Ducks freeing up the appropriate cap space for his new contract.

Glen Murray - after being bought out by the Boston Bruins has been contacted by the Nashville Predators.

Mark Parrish - after being bought out by the Minnesota Wild has like Murray been contacted by the Predators.

Ladislav Nagy - the forgotten star of the UFA market. Not a peep has been heard from the Nagy camp since the summer began. His recovery from a season-ending neck injury might be the reason.

Bret Hedican - has moved with his family to Northern California and apparently would consider playing only for California-based teams.

Martin Gelinas - hoped to return with the Predators but a recent report out of Nashville claims that's now a long shot.

Patrice Brisebois - In late July a report out of Montreal claimed he was close to re-signing with the Canadiens but nothing more has been heard.

Bryan Berard, Bryan Smolinski, Jassen Cullimore, Marek Malik, Yanic Perreault, Keith Carney, Luke Richardson, Geoff Sanderson, Aaron Miller - No reports currently linking them with NHL teams.