James Murphy on Murphy’s Hockey Law: Murphy says not to be surprised if Rangers GM Glen Sather decides to step down as team GM. Sources say that Sather is considering it. He would keep his role of team President. Jim Schoenfeld or Doug Risebrough could replace him as GM. Larry Brooks: Has been told that there is nothing to the speculation that Sather is stepping down as the Rangers GM.
Katie Strang: Confirmations that the Rangers have permission to speak with Lindy Ruff.
James Mirtle: Dallas Eakins could take Marlies assistant coach Derek King with him.
James Mirtle: Gord Dineen will be closely considered to be the Marlies next head coach.
John Shannon: Kings John Stevens has been given permission to talk with other teams about any head coaching positions.