NHL Rumors IV: Thornton, Kesler, Toews, Callahan, Gionta, Staal, Flames and Coyotes
Mike Zeisberger of the Toronto Sun: The Maple Leafs are at least one of six teams that have interest in Sharks Joe Thornton. That doesn't mean the teams have exchanged offers. There have been reports out of Chicago about a…
NHL Rumors III: Red Wings, Islanders, Capitals, Devils and Coyotes
Helene St. James of the Detroit Free Press: If Dan Boyle doesn't sign with the Islanders, he could be an interesting addition for the Red Wings. The Wings are looking for a right-handed shot and would give their power play…
NHL Rumors II: Coaching for Panthers, Canucks, Leafs and Blues, McGuire and Trotz
Hope Smoke: Darren Dreger: "McGuire has interviewed for a number of GM jobs (Minny, TB). He has good support from the Commissioner's office" Hope Smoke: Darren Dreger: "Tallon told me, prior to Bylsma being let go, that he was ready to…
NHL Rumors I: Rutherford, Penguins and Some Coaching Candidates
Chip Alexander: Penguins GM Jim Rutherford on when he stepped down from the Hurricanes, he knew he had to "either cut way back or look for a new challenge." ... "It didn't take long for that new challenge to come along. I…
Morning Hits: Regehr, Moore, Seidenberg, Competition Meetings, Flames and Wild
Dan Rosen: Kings defenseman Robyn Regehr is likely to play tonight. Dan Rosen: Rangers John Moore is expected back in the lineup after serving his suspension. He was paired with Kevin Klein at practice yesterday. Caryn Switaj of BostonBruins.com: Bruins…
NHL News and Rumors: Penguins Hire Rutherford, Fire Bylsma
The Penguins have hired former Hurricanes GM Jim Rutherford to be their new GM and have fired head coach Dan Bylsma. Some thoughts and rumors surrounding these moves: Luke DeCock: Rutherford may not have been interested in the long-term rebuilding…
NHL Rumors III: Jets, Canucks, Ducks and Maple Leafs
Mark Spector of SportsNet.ca: The Jets have trade chips in the 9th overall draft pick, Dustin Byfuglien (who wants to play defense but his coach wants him to be a forward) and Evander Kane. GM Kevin Cheveldayoff, “Maybe we’re the…
NHL Rumors II: Callahan, Stalock, Markov, Sobotka and Tikhonov
Joe Smith of the Tampa Bay Times: The Lightning and Ryan Callahan continue to talk about a contract extension. Talks have been good, but nothing is imminent. It was expected that he would test the open market, but with them…
NHL Rumors I: Flames, Kings, Penguins, Panthers, Hurricanes and Red Wings
Scott Cruickshank of the Calgary Herald: The Flames called the Panthers about the 1st first overall pick. “Brad’s made the call — and he should make the call to see what the price tag is,” Flames boss Brian Burke said…
Morning Hits: Kings Not For Sale, Boyle, Bishop and the Trade Deadline
Jill Painter of the LA Daily News: The NY Post reported yesterday that sources (a banker) said that AEG was considering selling the Kings after the Stanley Cup Final. AEG later said that the Kings are not for sale. “The…
NHL Trade: Islanders Acquire The Rights To Dan Boyle
Arthur Staple: The New York Islanders acquired the rights to pending unrestricted free agent Dan Boyle for a conditional 2015 5th round pick. If Boyle signs with the Islanders, the Sharks will receive a 2015 4th round pick. Before trade…
NHL Rumors IV: Maple Leafs and the Idea of Trading Up at the Draft
Mike Ziesberger of the Toronto Sun: There is talk that the Maple Leafs are interested in moving up in the draft. At the draft combine, the Leafs set up a late interview with one of the players that is projected…