NHL Rumors VI: Jets, Kings and Maple Leafs
Gary Lawless of the Winnipeg Free Press: The Jets have missed the playoffs for the last seven seasons, so a change may be in order. Evander Kane's name will be in the rumor mill leading up to next week's draft. They…
NHL Rumors V: Devils, Boyle, O’Reilly, Thornton, Brookbank and Regin
Richard Chere of the Star-Ledger: Devils GM Lou Lamoriello said yesterday that they are undecided if they will use a compliance buyout on someone. There is speculation that they could buyout Anton Volchenkov (2-years, $8.5 million) or Bryce Salvador (1-year,…
NHL Rumors IV: Seven Centers, Sharks, Thornton and Phaneuf
Rory Boylen of The Hockey News: Boylen looks at seven centers and the most likely destination for each.1. Jason Spezza - Ducks as the likely destination. 2. Joe Thornton - staying in San Jose. 3. Ryan Kesler - ending up…
NHL Rumors III: Richards, Preds, Coyotes, Tavares, Leafs, Oilers, Canucks and Pens
Nick Cotsonika: Brad Richards agent tells SportsNet's Hockey Central that he wouldn't be surprised if Richards remains with the Rangers: "Maybe that's my heart speaking rather than my head." Hope Smoke: Elliotte Friedman: "I believe B.Richards will be bought out because A)…
NHL Rumors II: Spezza’s List, Coyotes, Ducks, Vanek, Moulson, Oilers, Kane and Miller
Greg Wyshynski of Yahoo! Sports: Darren Dreger said on TSN 1260 radio that Jason Spezza's no-trade list contains the Islanders, Predators, Blue Jackets, Panthers, Canadiens, Maple Leafs, Jets, Flames, Oilers and Canucks. The Ducks, Blues and maybe the Stars could…
NHL Rumors I: Coaching Edition – Panthers, Penguins, Leafs, Hurricanes and Canucks
Chris Johnston: Red Wings assistant coach Bill Peters has already been interviewed by the Panthers and could be in the running for the Penguins head coaching position. Hope Smoke: Darren Dreger: "R.Wilson could potentially be a good fit for Pitt. If…
NHL News: Afternoon Signings – Weise, Brown, Stalock and Friedman
Montreal Canadiens: The Montreal Canadiens have signed Dale Weise to a two-year contract extension. “The acquisition of Dale Weise contributed to the success of our team this season. A young veteran with a lot of character, Dale is an intense…
NHL Rumors VIII: Flyers, Hawks, Bruins, Stralman, Callahan, Cap Overages and the Caps
David Staples of the Edmonton Journal: Due to the Flyers cap situation, they may look at moving some players to be able to re-sign Brayden Schenn and possibly Steve Downie. Some trade options could be: Jakub Voracek (2-years at $4.25…
NHL Rumors VII: Stastny, Handzus, Da Costa, Staal, Stralman, Boyle, Vokoun and the Pens
Bob McKenzie: The Avalanche sent Paul Stastny a multi-year offer a couple of weeks ago. There has been no talks since, but it's expected they will start soon. Stastny has let it be known that he wants to stay in…
NHL News: Sabres To Buyout Leino … Canucks To Buyout Booth
Renaud Lavoie: The Sabres are putting Ville Leino on waivers, and the Canucks are doing the same with David Booth, both for the purpose of buying them out. The 30-year old Leino is three years into his six-year, $27 million deal. The…
NHL Rumors VI: Blues, Bruins, Panthers, Capitals, Predators, Hurricanes and Oilers
Jeff Gordon of the St. Louis Post Dispatch: The Blues will be looking for offense this offseason, likely through the trade market. Senators Jason Spezza is looking for a fresh start. The Ottawa Sun said the Senators could look at…
NHL Rumors V: Kings, Red Wings, Senators, Canadiens, Flames, Lightning and Capitals
Mark Spector: Agents are loving that they are able to talk with GMs starting on June 25th. One agent: "Multi-million $ decision that used to be within an hour." Lisa Dilman of the LA Times: The Kings have UFAs Matt Greene…