Mark Easson

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NHL Rumors: New York Islanders and the Tampa Bay Lightning

On the New York Islanders ... Brian Heyman of Newsday: It's unlikely the Islanders trade forward Brock Nelson. If the Islanders look to improve on the blue line or in net before the deadline, they would likely have to move…

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NHL Rumors: Scouting PIT-STL and MON-NSH, Flyers and Senators

    Scouting the Pittsburgh Penguins and St. Louis Blues ... Jason Mackey: Scouts listed to attend yesterday's Penguins-Blues game: Vegas Golden Knights, Columbus Blue Jackets, New Jersey Devils, Anaheim Ducks, Montreal Canadiens, Vancovuer Canucks, and Chicago Blackhawks. Scouting the…

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NHL Rumors: Chicago Blackhawks and the Vancouver Canucks

On the Chicago Blackhawks ... Scott Powers of The Athletic: Blackhawks GM Stan Bowman has mentioned that he could make a 'hockey trade' before the deadline. He could also move out some pending free agents for draft picks and/or prospects.…

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NHL News: Sabres, Flames, Avs, Kings, Wild, Canucks, and Jets

On the Buffalo Sabres ... John Vogl of the Buffalo News: Sabres forward Jack Eichel will be out indefinitely with a high-ankle sprain. Coach Phil Housley said that Eichel could be out for four to six weeks. There are eight…

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NHL Rumors: Maple Leafs, Senators, Canadiens, Predators, Stars, and Coyotes

On the Toronto Maple Leafs, Ottawa Senators, Montreal Canadiens, Nashville Predators, Dallas Stars, and the Arizona Coyotes ... Sportsnet: Hockey Night in Canada "Headlines" Chris Johnston: The Toronto Maple Leafs have told at least two teams that James van Riemsdyk won't…

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NHL Rumors: Rangers, Lightning, and Hurricanes

On the New York Rangers and Tampa Bay Lightning ... Larry Brooks of the NY Post: Rick Nash said his 12-team trade list includes teams he thinks have the best shot at the Cup and ones that he thinks would…

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NHL Rumors: Arizona Coyotes – Ekman-Larsson, Capitals, and a Need For A No. 1.

On the Washington Capitals ...  Brian McNally: There has been no indication that the Arizona Coyotes are taking offers on defenseman Oliver Ekman-Larsson. He'd be great add for a bunch of teams, including the Capitals. If the Coyotes were interested…

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NHL News: Sabres, Blackhawks, Flyers, Sharks, Golden Knights, and Capitals

On the Buffalo Sabres ... John Vogl: Forward Jack Eichel is scheduled to have an MRI today. Here’s the injury to Eichel in 1st period Vs. #Bruins Legs/knee gets bent into the wall #Sabres @news4buffalo pic.twitter.com/BsDhZCSMb7 — Nick Filipowski (@NEWS4_NICK)…

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NHL Rumors: Boston Bruins – Potential Trade Targets

On the Boston Bruins ... Joe Haggerty of NBC Sports: Heading into the season, many thought the Bruins were a year or two away from being a serious Cup contender. Heading into last night, they were a point out of…

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NHL Rumors: Los Angeles Kings, Calgary Flames and Montreal Canadiens

On the Los Angeles Kings ... The Fourth Period: Kings GM Rob Blake is looking to acquire a top-four defenseman and a top-nine forward. When Jeff Carter returns, the Kings could move Adrian Kempe to their third-line center. If they…

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NHL Rumors: New York Rangers, New Jersey Devils, and the Chicago Blackhawks

On the New York Rangers ... Andy Strickland: There has been speculation that Rangers pending free agent Michael Grabner could re-sign in the offseason, but there has been no talks. On the New York Rangers, New Jersey Devils, and John…

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NHL Rumors: Penguins, Predators, and the Trade Market

On the Pittsburgh Penguins ... Pittsburgh Hockey Now: Scouts listed to attend the Penguins - Stars last night include Carolina Hurricanes (who sent management), Colorado Avalanche (2) Arizona Coyotes, and San Jose Sharks. Joe Nieuwendyk is a scout/advisor for the…

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