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Rumors I: Johansen, Bobrovsky, Whitney and Fleury

Aaron Portzline of the Columbus Dispatch: The Blue Jackets and Ryan Johansen's camp haven't had any contract negotiations in the past six weeks, but the sides are expected to meet face-to-face this weekend in Traverse City, Michigan. “The last time…

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Morning Hits: Gelinas, Moore, Coyotes, Pavelski and Sekera

Tom Gulitti of the Record: Devils coach Pete DeBoer on the possibility of Eric Gelinas not attending training camp: “For me, I deal with those situations in training camp like I do the trade deadline. I don’t have any control…

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Colorado Avalanche 2014-15 Season Primer

The Colorado Avalanche surprised many last season by winning the Central division. They'll be in tough to repeat their 2013-14 results this season. Use the below Tabs to view Avalanche info for this upcoming season, as well as some numbers…

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Chicago Blackhawks 2014-15 Season Primer

The Chicago Blackhawks are out first Western Conference team that we are taking a closer look in our season primer series. The Blackhawks enter the season as strong Cup contenders. Use the below Tabs to view Blackhawks info for this…

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Rumors II: Devils and Notes on Top 10 Remaining UFAs

Tom Gulitti of North Jersey: Devils RFA defenseman Eric Gelinas is prepared to miss the start of camp. “He’s prepared, for sure,” said agent Gilles Lupien, who had remained silent on contract talks previously. “We’ve got some ideas how to…

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Rumors: Ryan, Methot and Niederreiter

Ken Warren of the Ottawa Citizen: There are no contract extension talks between the Senators and Bobby Ryan scheduled before the start of the regular season. Defenseman Marc Methot and the Senators are in a stalemate with regards to a…

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Quick Hits: Leafs, Carter, Alfie, PTOs, Robidas and Maatta

Steve Simmons of the Toronto Sun: Simmons thinks that Randy Carlyle has about a 40 game window to improve the Leafs or he could be out of job, regardless of the extension. David Clarkson will get a shot to be…

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Washington Capitals 2014-15 Season Primer

The Washington Capitals are the last Metro division and Eastern Conference team in our season primer series. Use the below Tabs to view Capitals info for this upcoming season, as well as some numbers from last year. 2013-14 record: 38-30-14, 90…

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Pittsburgh Penguins 2014-15 Season Primer

The Pittsburgh Penguins are next up in our season primer series. The Penguins underwent some roster changes this offseason, including the  trading of James Neal. Use the below Tabs to view Penguins info for this upcoming season, as well as…

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Rumors III: Kuemper, Niederreiter, Niemi, Malone and Del Zotto/Schenn

Bob McKenzie: The Wild have goalies Niklas Backstrom and Josh Harding under contract and are hoping to get Darcy Kuemper on a two-way contract. Kuemper is looking for a one-way deal. Michael Russo of the Star-Tribune: Darcy Kuemper's agent confirmed…

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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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