Tag: Joe Sakic

Rumors and Video: O’Reilly, Kings, Semin and Vegas/Seattle Talk

Terry Frei of the Denver Post: Avs Ryan O'Reilly is relieved the deadline has past and that Joe Sakic may be willing to work out a contract extension in the summer. “It’s a relief, too,” O’Reilly said of Sakic’s comments.…

Mark Easson

Rumors: Brodeur, Avs, Bobrovsky and Some Teams That Could Make a Move

Renaud Lavoie: Martin Brodeur isn't ready to announce his retirement this month. He doesn't want to close any doors just yet. Adrian Dater of the Denver: Dater doesn't get the impression that Joe Sakic is burning up the phone lines to…

Mark Easson

NHL Rumors II: Gorges, Frolik, Colorado, Ferraro

Larry Fisher of the Kelowna Daily Courier: Former Montreal Canadiens' defenseman Josh Gorges is slowly moving on from the shock that came with Montreal trading him and adjusting to his new life in Buffalo. “I would’ve loved to stay and try…

Greg Stamper

NHL Rumors VII: Avalanche Edition – Stastny, O’Reilly and an Outdoor Game

Adrian Dater of the Denver Post: Paul Stastny is able to start talking to teams next Wednesday. "We're hopeful we can sign him," Sakic said. "We have our structure, and I know he understands that. He's earned the right to…

Mark Easson

Rumors: Oilers, Flyers, Rask, Iginla and Penguins

Bob McKenzie: McKenzie thinks that the Oilers will deal their No. 7 overall pick, as well as some players. Bob McKenzie: The Flyers are in the market for a defenseman and could be willing to move one of Brayden Schenn…

Mark Easson

Morning Hits: Callahan, Hagelin, Eakins Canucks, Avs, Horton, Richards, Sharks, Leafs and the Hotstove video

TSN: Both Ryan Callahan and Carl Hagelin had shoulder surgeries on Friday to repair torn left labrums. TSN: The Stars have been granted permission from the Maple Leafs to interview Marlies coach Dallas Eakins. Eakins has received head coaching interest…

Mark Easson

Morning Hits: Sunday’s schedule, West scenarios, Hart nominees, Neilsen, Spezza, Avalanche and Canadiens

Matt Pepin of the Boston Globe: Sunday's schedule: 4:30 p.m.: Washington Capitals at New York Rangers Game 6 7 p.m.: New York Islanders at Pittsburgh Penguins, Game 7-x 7:30 p.m.: Boston Bruins at Toronto Maple Leafs, Game 6 10 p.m.:…

Mark Easson

Morning Hits: Hawks-Pens at Soldier Field, Ribeiro not thinking contract, Jets, Avalanche and Bergeron talks

Hockey Central: The Blackhawks will host the Penguins at Soldier Field on March 1st. Stephen Whyno of the Washington Times: Capitals UFA Mike Ribeiro said he's not worried about his next contract. He could earn his next contact with a good…

Mark Easson

Morning Hits: 6 outdoor games, Oilers rumors, Sakic, Sabres, Briere, Datsyuk, Olympics and Laganiere

TSN: The NHL is planning on having 6 outdoor games next season. Things could change and details still need to be worked out, but the proposed dates and teams are: Jan. 1st - Maple Leafs and Red Wings at Michigan…

Mark Easson

Hamhuis suffers concussion … Could Schneider be moved this summer? Contract talks for Parise, Markov, and Weber will wait until after season

Ben Kuzma of the Vancouver Province: Canucks defenseman Dan Hamhuis suffered his 2nd concussion of the season (4th of his career) in the 1st period last night. Video of injury at bottom of entry."If there is more (concussions) to come,…

Mark Easson

Joe Sakic Hangs Them Up

I was disappointed to read that Joe Sakic retired from hockey today after 20 seasons. He is one of the all time greats in my mind. He was an excellent player, and seemed like a classy guy. He won 2…

Mark Easson