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Is There Any Friction Between Steven Stamkos and the Tampa Bay Lightning?

Steven Stamkos is kind of disappointed there hasn't been any contract extension talks with the Tampa Bay Lightning. Is there any friction?

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NHL Rumors: What’s Up With the Tampa Bay Lightning, Steven Stamkos, and Their Goaltending

Lightning sources say they've talked, Stamkos sources say they haven't. What's Stamkos worth? How long to wait on their goaltending situation.

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NHL Rumors: Trade Interest in Conor Garland Picking Up

Trade talk involving Vancouver Canucks forward Conor Garland has picked up as the Canucks look to make the move sooner than later.

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NHL Rumors: Phil Kessel, William Nylander, and the Winnipeg Jets

Phil Kessel is not ready to retire. Will the Jets go back to looking at Conor Garland after Gabriel Vilardi's injury?

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NHL News: Waivers, Almost on Waivers, Craig Anderson, and Injury Updates

Three on waivers and one almost. Craig Anderson to retire Tuesday. Kris Letang has a lower-body injury. Steven Stamkos returns.

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NHL Rumors: The Toronto Maple Leafs and William Nylander

Johnston on Nylander and the Leafs: "I think it just makes too much sense, that they're going to get something done."

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The Way It Usually Works When An Agent Has Permission To Talk To Other Teams

A team gives an agent permission to talk to other teams about a his client. How does this process usually work?

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NHL Rumors: Stan Bowman, Dan Vladar, Noah Hanifin, and the Nashville Predators

The Calgary Flames are talking to teams about Dan Vladar and Noah Hanifin may not be interested in the Flames. Predators looking for offense.

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NHL News: The NHL is Looking at Decentralizing the NHL Draft. A Good Idea?

The NHL has asked teams for their opinion on decentralizing the draft - having teams stay home and not attending the draft like the NBA and NFL.

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NHL Injuries: Hurricanes, Blue Jackets, Panthers, Rangers, Senators, Preds, Leafs, Canucks, and Jets

Andersen practices. Werenski could return on Friday. Norris returns to the lineup. Pettersson a little banged up.

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NHL Rumors: When Will Patrick Kane Make a Decision?

Patrick Kane is progressing well and could get medical clearance early-mid November. When will he make a decision on where to play?

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NHL Rumors: The Philadelphia Flyers are Willing to Weaponize Their Salary Cap Space

Philadelphia Flyers GM Daniel Briere said that they are willing to weaponize their salary cap for young prospects and draft picks.

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