- Dennis Bernstein via twitter: The asking price for Sabres Derek Roy is a younger forward that has top 6 potential and a prospect or pick.
- Spector’s Hockey via twitter: LeBrun claims Jaroslav Spacek is likely to be dealt. John Shannon via twitter: Hurricanes confirm that Bryan Allen is off the market.
- Steve Zipay via twitter: Is hearing rumors (unconfirmed) that the Red Wings are sending Brad Stuart to the Rangers for picks. Bruce Garrioch via twitter: Insiders say Wings are not trading Stuart to Rangers.
- Darren Dreger via twitter: The Stars are telling people they won’t trade Steve Ott unless it’s a “great” offer. Lots of interest, could happen.
- David Pagnotta via twitter: Maple Leafs assistant GM Dave Nonis said they’ve had a few more calls, a “minor deal” could happen.
- James Mirtle via twitter: Brian Burke: “We believe we’ll be able to work something out contractually with” Grabovski … He won’t be traded. Burke added he won’t acquire a goalie today. Lance Hornby via twitter: At his point, Burke isn’t expecting a deal … 2 hrs, 45 min to go.
- Kevin McGran via twitter: Burke said there is interest in Clarke MacArthur but they are happy to have him.
- Darren Dreger via twitter: Predators saying Anders Lindback is not in play.
- Pierre LeBrun via twitter: 10 teams have inquired about Steve Ott. Canucks on the list but won’t overpay.
- Pierre LeBrun via twitter: Islanders shopping Al Montoya.
- Bob McKenzie via twitter: The Jets claim Grant Clitsome off waivers. The Canadiens claim Brad Staubitz.
- Bob McKenzie vai twitter: Clearing waivers: Rolston (NYI), Boulton (NJD), Ryan Russell (CBJ), Kolanos (CGY)
- Tony Ambrogio via twitter: Brian Burke “turned down flat” a trade offer for James Reimer. Burke on adding a top 6 forward: I don’t think so. I don’t sense we are going to be able to do what we wanted.”
- Paul Hendrick via twitter: Burke says all is quiet, and doesn’t expect to get Grabovski re-signed today.
- Bruce Garrioch via twitter: Sharks adjusted their Rick Nash offer this morning, Logan Couture a non-starter.
- Andy Strickland via twitter: Sources saying that PA Parenteau is probably looking for a 4 year deal. Bruce Garrioch via twitter: Islanders were asking for a 1st round pick last night for Parenteau.
- Pierre LeBrun via twitter: The Predators may not be done trading, still looking if the price is right.
- Tim Panaccio via twitter: Panaccio was told Antti Niemi wasn’t offered to the Flyers.
- Darren Dreger via twitter: Winnipeg is considering the interest in Johnny Oduya. Boston is interested. Bruins also like David Jones.
- Katie Carrera via twitter: Tomas Vokoun hasn’t been asked to waive his no trade clause. He left practice. Chuck Gormley via twitter: Vokoun left practice because they were working on the power play.
- Jimmy Murphy via twitter: With regards to Ryan Malone to Boston rumors, Bruins would need to move a roster player back, no 2nd or 4th round picks.
- Nick Cotsonika via twitter: One report is saying the Red Wings won’t acquire Paul Gaustad, another says they are heating up.
- David Pagnotta via twitter: Leafs are getting close on a deal, nothing final yet (posted about 11 am)
- Dan Tencer via twitter: Tencer doesn’t see Khabibulin moving. Cam Barker and Ryan Jones are available.
- Arthur Staple via twitter: Islanders getting calls on PA Parenteau, Milan Jurcina and Mark Eaton. Expect one or both Dmen to move.
- Bob McKenzie via twitter: No movement clause may be sticking point on Islanders-Nabokov negotiations.
- Pierre LeBrun via twitter: Contract talks between Ryan Smyth and Edmonton Oilers are expected to resume today.