4. Alexander Radulov – CSKA
Rumors out of Russia have the 29-year old (30 in July) Alexander Radulov wanting to return to the NHL. He’s rejected offers from CSKA, but they are still hoping to re-sign him. Now, does he really want to return…
5. Kyle Okposo – New York Islanders
The 28-year old Kyle Okposo is coming off a very friendly five year, $14 million contract – a $2.8 million salary cap hit, with a $4.5 million salary. Okposo will be looking for a long-term, big money deal. At…
6. Jimmy Vesey – Harvard University
Jimmy Vesey is the youngest UFA in our top 10 at just 22 years old. It’s not easy to rank him as he’s obviously unproven, but his age and potential move him up higher on our list. After finishing…
8. Andrew Ladd – Chicago Blackhawks
Andrew Ladd was a fan favorite in Winnipeg and it wasn’t easy for them to trade Ladd at the deadline to the Blackhawks. But, after reportedly rejecting a six-year, $36 million contract offer, it made it a little easier…
9. Milan Lucic – Los Angeles Kings
The 27-year old (28 in June) Milan Lucic should probably be a little higher on the list, but due to the likelihood that he’ll be re-signing with the Kings, we’ve moved him down a little. If he does hit…
10. Alex Goligoski – Dallas Stars
Alex Goligoski has been a steady presence on the Stars blueline since being acquired during the 2010-11 season. His four-year, $18.4 million contract is one of three expiring contract from the Stars blueline. GM Jim Nill has stated he’d…
NHL Rumors: Blue Jackets and Maple Leafs
On the Columbus Blue Jackets ... Aaron Portzline of the Columbus Blue Jackets: The Blue Jackets offseason challenge will be to re-sign pending RFA defenseman Seth Jones. “I don’t anticipate any problems,” general manager Jarmo Kekalainen said Monday. “We’ll find…
NHL Rumors: Bruins Looking For Dmen, Right Winger And A Backup
On the Boston Bruins ... Zack Cox: Cam Neely said that GM Don Sweeny and Loui Eriksson's agent spoke this week. Joe Haggerty of CSNNE: Bruins GM Don Sweeny wasn't able to trade up at last year's draft to pick…
NHL Injuries: Flyers, Stars, Caps, Panthers, Preds, Wings and Bruins
On the Philadelphia Flyers ... Philadelphia Flyers: Scott Laughton remained in hospital overnight for precautionary reasons. All test done were negative. scary looking possible neck injury pic.twitter.com/F4Ox0BSLgz— Stephanie (@myregularface) April 20, 2016 currently being immobilized to be put on a…
NHL Rumors: Coyotes, Radulov, Flyers and Bruins
On the Arizona Coytoes ... Sarah McLellan of the Arizona Republic: Coyotes center Martin Hanzal is eligible for a contract extension this offseason. He's entering the last year of his five-year, $15.5 million contract. Before he was fired, Don Maloney…
NHL Rumors: GM and Coaching Notes
On the Arizona Coyotes ... Sarah McLellan of the Arizona Republic: The Coyotes plan on moving quickly to fill their vacant GM position. “I wouldn’t be shocked if we have some form of an announcement next week or the week…
NHL Injuries: Caps, Wild, Pens, Predators, Wings and Stars
On the Washington Capitals ... Chuck Gormley of CSN Mid Atlantic: Goaltender Braden Holtby left practice early yesterday after a collision with a teammate. After the collision, Holtby was stretching his leg before leaving the ice. Coach Barry Trotz said…