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Rumors IV with Video: Chara, Seidenberg, Erikson, Kessel and Glencross

Mark Spector of Sportsnet: Spector on Bruins Zdeno Chara. Zdeno Chara turns 38 in March, and has become to the Bruins what Jarome Iginla was to the Calgary Flames: that ageing superstar whom the Bruins need to make the playoffs…

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Rumors III: Stars, Rangers, Leafs and Canadiens

Jimmy Hascup of USA Today: Stars GM Jim Nill on their trade deadline approach hasn't changed after Tyler Seguin's injury. "Not right now, no," general manager Jim Nill told USA TODAY Sports. "We still have a couple weeks to go,…

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Rumors II: Kessel, Panthers, Canadiens, Kings and Scouting

Mike Johnston on Sportsnet: Panthers GM Dale Tallon on Sportsnet 590 on rumors that they are interested in Maple Leafs Phil Kessel. “I think we’re going to stay the course,” Tallon replied when asked directly about his team’s interest in…

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Rumors I: Flames, Habs, Bruins, Sharks, Kings, Leafs and More

Elliotte Friedman of Sportsnet: There are some GMs who are concerned that the players won't use their five percent escalator to increase next seasons salary cap.Curtis Glencross has a no-trade clause. The Bruins, Penguins, Lightning (possibly) and the Jets have…

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Injuries: Ducks, Stars, Capitals, Bruins, Blue Jackets, Leafs and Devils

Lance Pugmire: Ducks Sami Vatanen is out four to six weeks. Matt Beleskey will be out two to four weeks. Eric Stephens: Vatanen and Beleskey will both be back for the playoffs. Ducks at the deadline may be a little…

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Rumors VII: Blue Jackets, Ducks, Canucks, Senators and Predators

Pierre LeBrun of ESPN: Despite where they site the standings, the Blue Jackets won't be holding a fire sale. They will listen to offers and will likely make a move or two. "Well, we haven’t seen our team healthy all…

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Rumors VI: Kings, Ducks, Sens, Rangers, Leafs and Jagr

Eric Duhatschek of the Globe and Mail: After Coyotes Keith Yandle, the best available defensemen include Zbynek Michalek, Andrej Sekera, Jeff Petry and Roman Polak. The Kings are looking at Polak. The Red Wings may be after Petry. The Ducks…

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Rumors V: Flyers, Avs, Coyotes, Lightning, Canucks and Panthers

Dave Isaac of the Courier-Post: The Flyers won't be buyers leading up to the trade deadline according to GM Ron Hextall. "We're not gonna make a deal to try to put us in the playoffs," Hextall said. "I believe we…

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Rumors IV: Leafs, Jagr, Zuccarello, Fisher, Devils, Jets, Hawks and More

TSN Insider Trading: LeBrun: Andrej Sekera's name has comes up the most when teams are looking for a defenseman. Jeff Petry is getting more interest after the Franson trade as he's right-handed. The Penguins, Bruins, Canadiens, Lightning, Red Wings and…

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Top Trade Target Lists Leading Up To Deadline Day

The March 2nd trade deadline day is fast approaching. Several top targets have already been moved, and there will likely be several more before we get to March. Here is a look at some top trade target lists from several…

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Rumors III: Canadiens and Senators

The Fourth Period: The Canadiens have been scouting the Coyotes, Oilers and Maple Leafs. The Canadiens are keeping a close eye on the Leafs the past few weeks, as they were interested in Cody Franson. They have had some interest…

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Rumors II: Ducks, Sabres, Panthers and Devils

Eric Stephens of the OC Register: The 35-year old Francois Beauchemin is a pending UFA and he hopes to remain with the team. “It would be tough if I would have to leave, I’m not going to lie,” Beauchemin said.…

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