Mark Easson

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NHL Rumors: Sabres, Flames, Senators and Coyotes

On the Buffalo Sabres ... Joe Yerdon: By sending Matt Moulson down during the season, it's pretty telling what they think of his play. Would think that he could be a candidate to be bought out. On the Calgary Flames…

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Western Conference News: Ducks, Coyotes, Flames, Kings, Sharks, and Jets

On the Anaheim Ducks ... Lisa Dillman: If defenseman Kevin Bieksa continues to progress, he could be ready for Game 1 according to Randy Carlyle. Lisa Dillman of NHL.com: Goaltender John Gibson practiced yesterday for the first time since suffering an upper-body…

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Eastern Conference News: Blue Jackets, Canadiens, Islanders, Rangers, Penguins and Lightning

On the Columbus Blue Jackets ... Aaron Portzline: The Blue Jackets are expecting forward Nick Foligno to be ready for the start of their playoff series against the Capitals. He's been out since March 24th. On the Montreal Canadiens ...…

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NHL Rumors: Dallas Stars – Heiskanen, Nichushkin, Seguin, Spezza, and UFAs

On the Dallas Stars ... Mark Stepneski: Stars GM Jim Nill said that they plan to bring 2017 first-round draft pick Miro Heiskanen to North America next season. Nill said that they think Valeri Nichushkin wants to return to the…

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Stanley Cup Playoffs: First Round Matchups and Schedule

EASTERN CONFERENCE Tampa Bay Lightning (A1) vs. New Jersey Devils (WC2) Thursday, April 12, 7pm: Devils @ Lightning Saturday, April 14, 3pm: Devils @ Lightning Monday, April 16, 7:30pm: Lightning @ Devils Wednesday, April 18, 7:30pm: Lightning @ Devils *Saturday, April 21, TBD: Devils @…

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NHL Rumors: Ilya Kovalchuk and the Rangers … Jaromir Jagr Not Giving Up

On the New York Rangers and Ilya Kovalchuk ... Larry Brooks: Ilya Kovalchuk doesn't become a free agent until August 15th. Igor Eronko: Source saying that Ilya Kovalchuk will be signing a two to three year deal with the New…

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NHL Rumors: Ottawa Senators and Columbus Blue Jackets

On the Ottawa Senators ... Bruce Garrioch of the Ottawa Sun: Questions facing Senators this offseason. What is the future of Erik Karlsson? - Sources are saying the Senators will make a fair-market contract extension offer to Erik Karlsson. He'll…

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Eastern Conference News: Bruins, Sabres, Red Wings, Panthers, Canadiens, Islanders, Senators, and Maple Leafs

On the Boston Bruins ... Joe Haggerty: Both Rick Nash and Sean Kuraly didn't play last night but coach Bruce Cassidy thinks they should be ready for Game 1. Riley Nash is expected to start skating this week. On the…

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Western Conference News: Ducks, Blackhawks, Stars and Oilers

On the Anaheim Ducks ... Curtis Pashelka: Ducks injuries: Patrick Eaves - Guillain-Barre syndrome - out indefinitely Kevin Bieksa - Left hand surgery - 2-5 weeks Troy Terry - precautionary measures - day-to-day Cam Fowler - shoulder - 2-4 weeks…

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NHL Rumors: Knights, Perron and Neal … Islanders and Tavares

On the Vegas Golden Knights, David Perron and James Neal ... Sportsnet Headlines: David Perron and James Neal have been a big part of the Golden Knights season and both are pending UFAs. There is not enough money in Vegas…

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NHL Rumors: Red Wings, Rangers, Senators, and Sabres

On the Detroit Red Wings ... Sportsnet's Headlines: Chris Johnston: The Red Wings have re-signed GM Ken Holland to a two-year contract extension. Nick Kypreos: The Red Wings will address head coach Jeff Blashill's status by Tuesday. Things are pointing…

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NHL News: Ovechkin, Coyotes, Bruins, Hurricanes, Islanders, Rangers, Blues, Capitals, and Eastern Conference Race

On Alex Ovechkin ... David Pagnotta: Ovechkin has led the league in goal scoring for seven seasons now, tieing Bobby Hull for the most seasons leading. Phil Esposito lead the league in goals for six seasons, all were in a…

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