Mark Easson

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Atlantic Division: Florida Panthers Season Outlook

Forwards The Panthers mass exodus up front means that their young core group will have to carry the offensive load. Gone are future Hall-of-Famer Jaromir Jagr, 30-goal scorer Jonathan Marchessault, Thomas Vanek, Reilly Smith, Jussi Jokinen and Shawn Thornton, who…

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Atlantic Division: Florida Panthers Season Primer

Salary Cap Situation - source Cap Friendly Projected Cap Hit: $64,114,999 Projected Cap Space: $10,885,001 Projected LTIR Used: $0 Current Cap Space: $10,885,001 Deadline Cap Space: $50,615,255 Todays Cap Hit: $64,114,999 Roster: 18/23 Contracts: 39/50 Offseason Moves – In/Out - source Sports Forecaster…

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NHL Rumors: Blue Jackets, Penguins, Red Wings, Canucks, Avalanche and Rangers

On the Columbus Blue Jackets ... Aaron Portzline: There has been no progress between the Columbus Blue Jackets and restricted free agent Josh Anderson. It doesn't look like either side has budged in the past eight days. John Shannon: The…

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NHL Rumors: Matt Duchene: Senators, Blue Jackets, Predators and Ducks

On Matt Duchene ... Chris Nichols of FanRag Sports: Darren Dreger was on TSN 1260 and was asked about Matt Duchene. Dreger said that as of Wednesday, there was nothing new, but there is still "considerable interest." “Ottawa has surfaced…

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NHL News: Maple Leafs, Bruins, Blue Jackets, Senators, Canadiens and Kings

On the Toronto Maple Leafs ... Chris Johnston: The Maple Leafs added Joffrey Lupul to their "IR" list. They completed Lupul's Injured Non-Roster Form which is normal after someone fails their medical. Joffrey Lupul: Statement: "I responded earlier this week…

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Pacific Division: Edmonton Oilers Season Primer

Salary Cap Situation - source Cap Friendly Projected Cap Hit: $66,672,000 Projected Cap Space: $8,328,000 Projected LTIR Used: $0 Current Cap Space: $8,328,000 Deadline Cap Space: $38,725,200 Todays Cap Hit: $66,672,000 Roster: 24/23 Contracts: 49/50 Offseason Moves – In/Out - source Sports Forecaster…

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NHL Rumors: Erik Gudbranson and Matt Duchene

On Erik Gudbranson and the Vancouver Canucks ... Jason Brough of The Athletic: Vancouver Canucks defenseman signed a one-year deal this offseason and will be a UFA after the season. Gudbranson could have a good season, and the Canucks could…

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NHL Rumors: Maple Leafs, Wild, Avalanche and Canucks

On the Toronto Maple Leafs ... Lance Hornby of the Toronto Sun: Roman Polak, on a PTO, could earn a contract and land the sixth or seventh spot on the Maple Leafs blue line. Martin Marincin could play a role…

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Atlantic Division: Detroit Red Wings Season Primer

Salary Cap Situation - source Cap Friendly Projected Cap Hit: $78,021,212 Projected Cap Space: $-$3,021,212 Projected LTIR Used: $3,021,212 Current Cap Space: $0 Deadline Cap Space: $0 Todays Cap Hit: $78,021,212 Roster: 21/23 Contracts: 45/50 Offseason Moves – In/Out - source Sports Forecaster…

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NHL Rumors: Jaromir Jagr, and the Vancouver Canucks

On Jaromir Jagr ... Igor Eronko: Nail Yakupov's dad is the GM of the KHL's Neftekhimik and said they are in talks with Jaromir Jagr's camp. He assures that they have the money to be able to sign him. Aivis…

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NHL Rumors: Teams Still Talking To Avalanche About Matt Duchene

As many as eight teams are interested in Matt Duchene ... TSN: Darren Dreger said that there are as many as eight teams interested in Matt Duchene, but there doesn't appear to be anything close. None of the teams that…

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NHL Injury Notes: Devils, Sens, Panthers, Caps, Bruins, Habs, Blues, Canucks and Stars

On the New Jersey Devils ... New Jersey Devils: Brian Boyle has been diagnosed with chronic myeloid leukemia. New Jersey Devils: Boyle on his diagnosis: "My mindset is on Oct. 7. I don’t like missing games. I feel as close to…

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