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NHL Rumors: Kirill Kaprizov and the Minnesota Wild – Volume 97

Kirill Kaprizov's agent was seen in Minnesota last week, which may be the biggest development after an offer was turned down the previous week.

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NHL Rumors: Shane Pinto, Mason McTavish, Michael McLeod, and Carter Hart

Senators Shane Pinto doesn't want his contract to be a distraction. Mason McTavish looking seven, eight years with the Ducks offering five.

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NHL Rumors: Money, Not Term Is the Issue for the Anaheim Ducks and Mason McTavish

The Anaheim Ducks and Mason McTavish are okay with a long-term deal, but they can't agree on the dollar amount.

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NHL Rumors: Luke Evangelista, and Evgeni Malkin

At least three teams called the Penguins about Evgeni Malkin this offseason. The Predators and Luke Evangelista have a Jack Quinn problem.

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NHL Rumors: Kirill Kaprizov, and Luke Hughes

Kirill Kaprizov just wants to focus on hockey, and Luke Hughes and the New Jersey Devils are apart on money, long-term is okay.

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NHL Rumors: Buffalo Sabres, and the New York Rangers

Buffalo Sabres GM says they're working through an Alex Tuch extension. Artemi Panarin, Rangers, won't talk publicly about his contract situation.

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NHL Rumors: LA Kings, Pittsburgh Penguins, and the Anaheim Ducks

Adrian Kempe not in a rush. The Ducks and McTavish are apart in term and money. Penguins keeping their options open.

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NHL Injuries: Sabres, Avs, Wild, Devils, Islanders, Rangers, Penguins, Kraken, Leafs, Mammoth and Capitals

Imaging for Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen came back positive. Mackenzie Blackwood will be re-evaluated in a week. Alex Ovechkin held out.

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NHL Rumors: Nashville Predators, Ottawa Senators, Winnipeg Jets, and the Tampa Bay Lightning

The Predators are looking to trade Luke Evangelista. What could a Kyle Connor deal look like? The Lightning and Ryan McDonagh won't talk until after the season.

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NHL Rumors: Mario Ferraro, Luke Hughes, and Evgeni Malkin

Could Evgeni Malkin entertain waiving his no-trade clause? The Luke Hughes, Devils process continues. No talks between the Sharks and Mario Ferraro.

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NHL Rumors: Hurricanes, Blackhawks, Penguins, Capitals, and Blue Jackets

Connor Bedard and the Blackhawks are working on a contract. No contract talks for John Carlson. The Penguins didn't approach Erik Karlsson this offseason.

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NHL Rumors: What Kind of Money Could Anthony Stolarz be Looking at?

It shouldn't be a surprise if Anthony Stolarz signs a contract extension with the Toronto Maple Leafs by the start of the season. Will his salary be above or below $5 million?

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