Morning Rumors and Notes: Girardi, Callahan, Gagner, Letang and Blue Jackets
Darren Dreger: Provided that Dan Girardi isn't focused on hitting the open market, there is a deal to be made with the Rangers. Both Girardi and Ryan Callahan could be traded by the deadline if they are interested in testing…
Morning Rumors: Rangers, Kings, Oilers, Islanders, Sabres, Senators, Flames, Maple Leafs and Letang’s Illness
Harvey Fialkov: GMs don't really want to trade for a big contract before the break and pay for players that won't be playing for the next three weeks. Larry Brooks: Has been told that a) no progress has been made…
NHL Trade: Islanders Trade Bouchard and Regin to Blackhawks for Pick
The Chicago Blackhawks have traded for center/winger Pierre-Marc Bouchard and center Peter Regin from the New York Islanders for a 2014 4th round draft pick. The Islanders retain half of their cap hits and salaries. The 29-year old Bouchard was…
The Penguins and Blue Jackets Make A Minor Trade
The Columbus Blue Jackets have traded right winger Spencer Machacek to the Pittsburgh Penguins for right wingers Paul Thompson. The 25-year old Machacek was drafted 67th overall in the 3rd round of the 2007 draft by the Thrashers. The 25-year…
Morning Rumors: Isles, Kings, Canucks, Oilers, Panthers, Devils, Bruins, Stars, Wings, Sabres, Flames and Leafs
Pierre LeBrun: The Islanders have taken a number of calls on Thomas Vanek and he could be dealt by tomorrow, but it's far from certain. Vanek's agent confirmed with ESPN that he'll likely be testing out the free agent market.…
Team Canada and Stamkos Update … Replacement Coming
Pierre LeBrun: Team Canada GM said yesterday that they will have a replacement player for Steven Stamkos named within the next 48 hours. Renaud Lavoie: Lavoie heard last week that there is a good chance that Martin St. Louis will…
VIDEO: SportsNet HC Trade Tracker: Stars Erik Cole
Hockey Central panel discusses whether the Dallas Stars should trade Erik Cole. If the Stars determine they are out of it, they could look to move him. Brian Lawton thinks possible destinations include: Sabres and Avalanche. Marty McSorley thinks possible…
Morning Rumors: Sabres, Rangers, Blues, Isles, Kings, Pens, Canucks, Preds, Leafs, Devils, Wild and Oilers
Mike Harrington of the Buffalo News: The Sabres and Ryan Miller haven't had any contract talks. "I still don't know what to say. There's been a change here even since there was a change here before," he said, referring to the…
Morning Rumors: Vanek, Callahan, Girardi, Stuart, Scouting the Oilers-Sabres, Hawks-Kings … And A Dreger Video
Chris Nichols: Thomas Vanek's agent: "I understand we're getting close to the time where Garth may feel he needs to act." Dennis Bernstein: Vanek would be a costly rental and his salary cap number doesn't really work for the Kings. Jason…
Injury Notes: Lightning, Pens, Sabres, Avs, Ducks, Flames, Sens, Bruins, Canes, Caps and Maple Leafs
Damian Cristodero: Steven Stamkos is targeting a Saturday return against the Red Wings. It will determine if he goes to the Olympics or not. Will DePaoli of Inside Pittsburgh Sports: Penguins Kris Letang has missed three straight games with an…
NHL Trade: Canucks Trade Weise To Canadiens For Diaz
The Montreal Canadiens have traded defenseman Raphael Diaz to the Vancouver Canucks for right winger Dale Weise. The 28-year old Diaz was undrafted. He carries a $1.225 million salary cap hit and will be a UFA at the end of…
Vanek Turns Down Substantial Offer From Islanders, Likely To Be Dealt
Arthur Staple: Sources are saying that Thomas Vanek turned down a substantial contract offer from the Islanders. They will likely move him by trade deadline. Mike Harrington: "So pretty much the whole world knows Vanek is going to MIN on…