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Rumors II: Brodeur and Johansen

Rich Chere of NJ.com: Status quo for Martin Brodeur. “Got nothing new to report,” Brodeur texted on Monday. “Everything is well with me. Just getting ready in case a good opportunity comes along.” It is possible that Brodeur could retire…

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Rumors I: Leddy, Krejci, Stars and Alfredsson

Scott Powers of ESPN Chicago: Speculation continues to grow as to what the Blackhawks will do to get under the salary cap. Nick Leddy's agent said yesterday that he doesn't expect Leddy to be traded.  Leddy carries a $2.7 million…

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Philadelphia Flyers 2014-15 Season Primer

The Philadelphia Flyers are next up in our Metro division season primers. The Flyers are hoping to get off to a faster start this season. Use the below Tabs to view Flyers info for this upcoming season, as well as…

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New York Rangers 2014-15 Season Primer

The New York Rangers will be looking to get back to the Stanley Cup Final, and will have to do so with a roster that may see plenty of new faces. Use the below Tabs to view Rangers info for this upcoming…

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Rumors and Notes: Malone, Marleau, Gill, Flames and Ward

Larry Brooks of the NY Post: Ryan Malone's agent confirms that Malone will take part in the Rangers informal skates today. There is no contract agreement yet. Source saying that Malone is in Stage Two of the NHL/NHLPA Substance Abuse/Behavioral Health…

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New York Islanders 2014-15 Season Primer

The New York Islanders are the fourth team in the Metro division that we are taking a closer look at leading up training camp. Use the below Tabs to view Islanders info for this upcoming season, as well as some numbers from…

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Rumors II: Bruins, Whitney, Bertuzzi, Thornton and Seattle

Pierre LeBrun of ESPN:  It's a good bet that the Bruins will make a trade sooner than later, with the usual names that the Bruins are listening on: Johnny Boychuk, Adam McQuaid and Matt Bartkowski, with all three being UFAs…

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Rumors I: Senators Looking for Top-Nine, Methot and Coyotes

Bruce Garrioch of the Ottawa Sun: Senators GM Bryan Murray is still looking to add a top-nine forward as training camp nears. Sources saying available forwards at the moment include Alexander Semin ($7 million), Damien Brunner ($2.5 million), Drew Stafford…

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Quick Hits: Winter Classic, SportsVu Tracking, Diaz and Fraser

Mike DeBonis of the Washington Post: The NHL and Washington Nationals have reached an agreement to host 2015 Winter Classic at D.C. ballpark according to three sources close to the talks. The Capitals are set to face the Blackhawks on…

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Rumors II: Leafs, Hurricanes, Rangers, Blue Jackets and Canadiens

The Leafs 2014 Draft Video: The Maple Leafs were offered the 21st, 33rd and 52nd pick for their 8th overall pick at the 2014 draft. The picks ended up being: #21 (Fabbri), #33 (Barbashev) & #52 (Letunov) for #8 (Nylander). Kurt…

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NHL Rumors I: Bruins Cap and RFA Situation

Joe Haggerty of CSNNE: Bruins GM Peter Chiarelli on flirting with salary cap danger. “When you’re in the position of success that we’ve had, players get to an age where they’re commanding, based on their years of service, big salaries,…

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Morning Hits: Subban, Bruins, UFAs and Ducks

Habs Links: Pierre LeBrun on TSN 690 Radio yesterday talking about P.K. Subban's deal: “I think everyone knows Molson got involved in some level to get a long-term deal. And that’s not uncommon.” ...  “My understanding was that (Molson’s) say…

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