Mark Easson

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Morning Rumors IX: The Ryan Kesler Edition – Flyers, Penguins, Wings, Leafs and Blue Jackets

Frank Seravalli of the Philadelphia Daily News: Two sources have said that the Flyers have put a "substantial offer" on the table for Ryan Kesler. They have also inquired about Alex Edler. The Flyers would have to look at their…

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Morning Rumors VIII: Twitter Rumors Involving A Bunch Of Teams And Players II

Pierre LeBrun: "Interesting how most of the rentals have yet to be dealt. Last few years a number of them went earlier...The buyers want prices to come down." L.A. Lariviere: Flames Mike Cammalleri has submitted a list of seven teams…

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Morning Rumors VII: Twitter Rumors Involving A Bunch Of Teams And Players

Chip Alexander: Hurricanes GM Jim Rutherford said that there have been a lot of trade calls this week, but wouldn't say who was drawing the most interest. John Glennon: Predators GM David Poile said that at this point, David Legwand…

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Morning Rumors VI: The Bruins Could Be Looking At …..

Joe Haggerty of CSNNE: Stars Stephane Robidas may be a riskier pickup than some due to his injury, but he may only cost you a second round pick though. “A lot of teams covet ,” said the exec. “He’s a…

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Morning Rumors V: The Kings Are Interested In ….

The Fourth Period: Kings GM Dean Lombardi has been active in his search for a top-six goal scoring forward and a top-four defenseman. They have been eyeing Andrew MacDonald and Christian Ehrhoff. The Kings have been interested in Matt Moulson.…

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Morning Rumors IV: Cammalleri, Khudobin, Vrbata, Moss, Morris, Miller and Vanek

Eric Francis of the Calgary Sun: The Flames re-signing Mike Cammalleri wasn't ever going to happen unless he'd take a pay-cut to remain with the team during a lengthy rebuilding period. He'll test the open market unless he comes to…

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Morning Rumors III: Senators Edition – Phillips, Corvo, Michalek, Stewart and Hemsky

James Gordon of the Ottawa Citizen: Senators GM Bryan Murray, part of transcript from yesterday on deadline and Chris Phillips. On deadline approach: “Well, no question. If we lose that game and a couple of other teams in the race win,…

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Morning Rumors II: Traded Draft Pick Note, Stastny, Ehrhoff, Dubnyk, Blues and Maple Leafs

Mike Harrington of the Buffalo News: Trade note on the Blues - Sabres Miller/Ott trade. If the Blues make the Western Conference final or if they re-sign Miller before the draft, the Sabres get a 2014 first round pick. The…

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Morning Rumors I: Jason Spezza’s Name Enters Rumor Mill

David Pagnotta: Have been told my multiple NHL people the Senators were exploring the Jason Spezza market. Pagnotta never said that he would be 100 percent traded. The Fourth Period: If the right deal is offered, the Senators could trade…

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Injury and Morning Notes: Sedin, Weiss, Datsyuk, Hanzal, Belov, Faulk, Murray, Nolan, LaFontaine and Expansion

Darren Dreger: Canucks Daniel Sedin was scheduled to have an MRI yesterday to determine extent of his leg injury. Not believed to be his knee. Renaud Lavoie: Daniel could be out for minimum of three weeks. Ansar Khan: Red Wings GM…

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Evening Rumors: Penguins, Red Wings, Blackhawks, Leafs, Senators, Rangers, Jets and Flyers

Rob Rossi of the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review: Ryan Kesler remains the Penguins top target. The Penguins are feeling that the Flyers and Blackhawks are gaining interest in Kesler as well. If the Canucks don't move Kesler at the deadline, the Penguins…

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Afternoon Rumors II: Islanders, Blackhawks, Wings, Caps, Blue Jackets, Canadiens and Rental Effects

Craig Custance of ESPN: (mailbag) The return for Thomas Vanek could be a first round pick (preferably 2015), another pick and a solid prospect. Andrew MacDonald's trade value increased by Dan Girardi re-signing with the Rangers. Starting point will be…

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