Mark Easson

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Morning Rumors: Elliott, Rangers, Oilers, Panthers and Predators Asst. GM

The Fourth Period: If the Blues received a good offer for Brian Elliott, they would seriously consider trading him. The Oilers inquired, but they couldn't make a deal. The Fourth Period: The Rangers are looking at the trade market and…

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Morning Hits: Biron, Staubitz, Leafs, Blackhawks, Canucks and Flames

Katie Strang: Martin Biron announced his retirement. Hinted that it was possible when they put him on waivers last week. Bob McKenzie: The Ducks put Brad Staubitz on waivers. Paul Hendrick: The Maple Leafs send Trevor Smith, David Broll and…

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Injury Notes: Hall, Gagner, Cammalleri, Penner, Briere, Neal, Lacavalier and Hartnell

Joanne Ireland: Oilers Taylor Hall has flown back to Edmonton for further evaluation on his knee injury. Jonathan Willis: The Oilers haven't called anyone up yet as they are waiting to get a better handle on the timeline for the injury.…

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Morning Rumors: Oilers, Flyers, Maple Leafs, Panthers, Rangers, Sabres and Devils

Pierre LeBrun of ESPN: LeBrun thinks the two best options for the Oilers in net are Jonas Hiller and Michal Neuvirth. Mark Spector of Sportsnet: Both the Flyers and Oilers may be looking for a change. The Oilers have the…

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Morning Hits: Devils, Ryan, Maatta, Drouin and Hamrlik

Pierre LeBrun of ESPN: Lou Lamoriello on the Devils, "You’ve always heard me say that when you have success, you have your best players consistently playing the best, and that’s what we need to have on a consistent basis," Lamoriello…

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Injury Notes: Bergenheim, Visnovsky, Kronwall and Hall

Harvey Fialkov of the Sun-Sentinel: Sean Bergenheim has only played two games in the last 18 months. He was suppose to consult with doctors in Nashville last Monday, but he went to Toronto instead for treatment. He should be back…

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VIDEO: Hockey Night in Canada Hotstove and Don Cherry’s Coach’s Corner

Hockey Night in Canada Hotstove: The NHL won't be going to Europe next season, most likely the following year. The Oilers may have looked at the goalie market, for what they may have to give up for some guys with…

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VIDEO: Coyotes Goalie Mike Smith Scores A Goal

Phoenix Coyotes goaltender, Mike Smith, scored an empty net goal against the Detroit Red Wings just before time expired. NHL Humor: Smith now has more goals than 334 players.

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Afternoon Hits: Bryzgalov, Wilson, Capitals, Devils, Wild, Clemmensen, Da Costa and Crawford

Lawrence Dushenski: Source saying that Ilya Bryzgalov turned down an offer from a Western Conference team. Katie Carrera: The Capitals have told Tom Wilson that he'll be staying for the season. Aaron Vickers: Capitals coach Adam Oates on keeping Wilson: “He can…

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Injury Notes: Rangers, Jets, Devils, Flyers, Leafs, Stars, Ducks and Bruins

Katie Strang of ESPN: Rangers Ryan Callahan could be out three to four weeks with a broken thumb. Andrew Gross: Rangers coach Alain Vigneault said with Callahan out, they wanted to have another penalty killer, Darroll Powe was called up. Gary…

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VIDEO: Maxim Lapierre suspended for hit on Dan Boyle

St. Louis Blues forward Maxim Lapierre was suspended for five games for boarding San Jose Sharks defenseman Dan Boyle. Chris Johnston: Lapierre will forfeit $28,205.15 in salary. Was the suspended just right? Not enough? Too much?

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VIDEO: Bernier lets in a bad one that costs the Maple Leafs the game

Tony Ambrogio: Jonathan Bernier on the GWG: "that was a bad mistake on my part." Mark Masters: Bernier on hybrid icing: 'That's the new game & we all have to adjust, but it's not an excuse'

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