Yes he could have taken the ring. It's seems wierd, but it was possible. About taking Sauron's place, no. The Saucepan Man basically said it. Gandalf wasn't as powerful as Sauron and Gandalf defeated the Balrog. So I really don't think the balrog could have taken Sauron's place.
[ March 10, 2003: Message edited by: MLD-Grounds-Keeper-Willie ]
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