Mark Easson

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Eastern Conference Injuries: Bruins, Hurricanes, Blue Jackets, Islanders, Penguins and Capitals

Backes lucky that he was able to return after taking a skate to the face Yiiiiiikes David Backes just got cut by a skate to the face pic.twitter.com/yNHHDdMnGv — Pete Blackburn (@PeteBlackburn) December 12, 2018 Ferland injured again Michael Smith:…

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NHL Rumors: Coyotes, Islanders, Bruins and Oilers

Coyotes not looking at the goalie market Pierre LeBrun: (going on the possibility of Antti Raanta being done for the season) Asked Arizona Coyotes GM John Chayka if Raanta's injury means they could be looking at the goalie market for…

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NHL Notes: Escrow, Leafs, Ducks, Stamkos, Keith, Seabrook, Point, and Fancy Pucks

Escrow increasing Larry Brooks: "Second quarter escrow withholding rate increases from 11.5 to 13.5% in response to NHL’s downward adjustment of second quarter HRR." Allan Walsh: (noting on Brooks' tweet) "NHL CBA: Sign an employment contract and 13.5% of your…

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NHL Rumors: Pittsburgh Penguins – Brassard, Maatta, Murray and Kessel

Jason Mackey of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette: (mailbag) When Justin Schultz returns from injury, it may not be a surprise if Pittsburgh Penguins GM Jim Rutherford tries to move a defenseman. Don't think the Penguins are ready to move on from Derick Brassard…

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Western Conference Injuries: Ducks, Coyotes, Blackhawks, Avs, Kings, Blues and Jets

Miller update coming today Elliotte Teaford of the OC Register: The Anaheim Ducks should have an update on injured goaltender Ryan Miller today. “We’ll probably have an update for you (Tuesday),” Coach Randy Carlyle said after the Ducks practiced Monday…

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Eastern Conference Injuries: Panthers, Islanders, Senators, Penguins, Lightning and Capitals

Bjugstad not traveling George Richards: Florida Panthers forward Nick Bjugstad is out with an upper-body injury and won't be traveling with the team. Clutterbuck and Eberle injured Andrew Gross: New York Islanders forwards Cal Clutterbuck and Jordan Eberle missed the…

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NHL Rumors: Senators, Leafs, Blues, Ducks, Hurricanes, Penguins, Bruins, and Flyers

Chris Johnston of Sportsnet: The Ottawa Senators went all in when they traded for Matt Duchene before last season. They are now going to have to consider trading him before the deadline if he doesn't plan on re-signing with them.…

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NHL Rumors: San Jose Sharks, St. Louis Blues and the Toronto Maple Leafs

Karlsson hinting he won't re-sign with the Sharks? Steve Simmons of the Toronto Sun: Teams that are under a lot pressure right now are the San Jose Sharks, Minnesota Wild and St. Louis Blues. Sharks coach Pete DeBoer could be…

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NHL Injuries and Notes: Ducks, Coyotes, Flames, Hurricanes, Blackhawks, Golden Knights and Maple Leafs

  Miller leaves in the third Eric Stephens:  Anaheim Ducks goaltender Ryan Miller left in the third period after a collision with teammate Josh Mahura. Mahura crashed into his left leg. Raanta could be done for the season Craig Morgan: Arizona…

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NHL Rumors: Flyers, Blues, Maple Leafs, Penguins, Kings, Panthers and Blackhawks

Garrioch rumor roundup Bruce Garrioch of the Ottawa Sun: Philadelphia Flyers GM Chuck Fletcher will make decisions on any potential changes after their road trip -  four more games after last night's win. Fletcher has already been working the phones…

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NHL Rumors: Matthews To Be Targeted With An Offer Sheet? Senators Will Want A Decision From Duchene

Matthews to be targeted with an offer sheet? Sportsnet: Chris Johnston says that there is a feeling that Toronto Maple Leafs Auston Matthews could become a target for an offer sheet this offseason. “When it comes to Auston Matthews, we’re…

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NHL Rumors: Eight Teams Leading Trade Talk … Pietrangelo May Not Be An Untouchable

Eight teams leading the trade talk Sportsnet: Elliotte Friedman notes that eight teams are leading the trade talk. “Just asking around, the teams that seem to be at the centre of a lot of these conversations: L.A, Philly, Minnesota, Boston,…

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