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Sunday morning Rumor roundup part two

Pierre LeBrun of ESPN: The Predators may be interested in Mike Fisher. The Senators have asked Chris Phillips if he'd waive his no-trade clause, and to get back to them by the end of next week. The Canadiens and Bruins…

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Sunday morning Rumor roundup part one

Tony Gallagher of the Vancouver Province: There are rumors that the NHL is looking into buying the Atlanta Thrashers and moving them to Winnipeg. They would raise $160 million, putting $35 million towards running the team, and offer $125 million…

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Torn ACL and MCL for Evgeni Malkin

TSN: The Pittsburgh Penguins confirmed that Evgeni Malkin has a torn ACL and MCL, resulting from collision with Tyler Myers last night. Malkin is discussing with doctors if it will be rehab or surgery. Sources are saying that surgery is…

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Bruins looking for Dman, Savard not replaceable … Forsberg decision by tomorrow? Rangers scouting Souray … Conroy retires … DiPietro out 4-6 weeks

Joe Haggerty via twitter: Bruins GM Peter Chiarelli said that Marc Savard is has "headaches" and "vertigo" two weeks after being hit by Matt Hunwick. Haggerty doesn't think he'll return this year. Jimmy Murphy via twitter: Chiarelli made it clear…

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Bruins’ forward Daniel Paille suspended 4 games, with video

TSN: Boston Bruins Daniel Paille has been suspended for 4 games for his blindside hit on Dallas Stars Raymond Sawada. Sawada sustained a broken nose and should injury from the hit. Bruins Daniel Paille hits the Stars Raymond Sawada, Mike…

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Sens can move Fisher to anyone … That Forsberg guy … Vokoun wants to talk to Tallon … Burke wants to negotiate with MacArthur … What to do with Hemsky, Penner

Bruce Garrioch of the Ottawa Sun: Garrioch confirms that Mike Fisher's full no-movement clause ended after last season, he was to give the team a 10 team no-trade list but never did. There were reports that he would have to…

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Afternoon rumor roundup, roster notes and starting goalies

Darren Dreger of TSN: Trade discussions are heating up. The Blue Jackets may be the closest to making a big deal. Steve Mason, Jakub Voracek and Rostislav Klesla are believed to be getting some interest. A top center and defenseman…

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DiPietro gets one-punched video … Thrashers want to trade … Ducks looking at Emery … Fedotenko out 3-4 weeks

Chris Vivlamore of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution: Thrashers GM Rick Dudley is actively looking to make a deal as his team is struggling. The Thrashers hold a 1 point lead on the 8th spot, "As of night, yes ,” Dudley said.…

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“A one time thing” for Beauchemin benching … Mike Smith to waivers … Flyers and Canes could be looking to add … Starting goalies

James Mirtle via twitter: Ron Wilson said it was "A one game thing," for Beauchemin as he was a little banged up and other were playing better. (Francois Beauchemin sat the last half of the 3rd period and OT last…

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Oils, Flames, and Canucks have some pieces they may move … Savard may be headed to LTIR … Jordan Staal could be suspended (with video)

Bob McKenzie of TSN: Canucks forwards Mason Raymond and/or Mikael Samuelsson could become trade bait to upgrade their top 6. They may also be looking for a 4th line center. The Calgary Flames could look to move Steve Staios or…

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27 more days of Tomas Kaberle trade rumors

James Mirtle of the Globe and Mail: Maple Leafs GM Brian Burke is expected to meet with Tomas Kaberle's agent this week to see if he would accept a trade. Kaberle had this say this morning, "I haven't heard anything…

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Devils may not be for sale … Sabres sold … Blues-Avs postponed … Beauchemin gave list to Burke, Kaberle could be next

There was a report that the New Jersey Devils were for sale. Tom Gulitti via twitter: He isn't sure if the story is accurate. Darren Dreger is hearing the same thing. Craig Custance has been told by multiple sources that…

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