NHL Rumors: Toronto Maple Leafs, and the St. Louis Blues
Maple Leafs free agent William Nylander on contract talks TSN: Toronto Maple Leafs restricted free agent forward William Nylander on how contract talks are progressing. "Ya, I know, I mean it's going with Kyle, I mean he wants to take it slow.…
NHL Rumors: New York Rangers, and the St. Louis Blues
Rangers have time to decide on Hayes future with the team Brett Cyrgalis of the NY Post: The New York Rangers locked up the 26-year old Kevin Hayes to a one-year deal at $5.125 million. Hayes is now scheduled to…
NHL News: Rangers, Wild, Blue Jackets, Preds, Arbitration Filings and Remaining Dates
Rangers and Hayes agree on a one-year deal Larry Brooks: The New York Rangers have signed forward Kevin Hayes to a one-year deal at $5.125 million. The Rangers still have Ryan Spooner left to sign. Wild sign a UFA forward…
NHL Rumors: Tampa Bay Lightning, and the Philadelphia Flyers
The Lightning could still use a right-handed defenseman Joe Smith of The Athletic: (mailbag) Things have gone quiet lately with regards to Erik Karlsson trade talk with the Tampa Bay Lightning. Despite some reports earlier this month, a deal with…
NHL News: Kings, Islanders, Devils, and Senators
Kings prospect pulled from World Junior Showcase John Hoven: (Chris Johnson tweeted that Gabe Vilardi and Owen Tippett were late scratches due to injuries) Sources are saying the Vilardi was advised to not play in the showcase due to his…
NHL Rumors: Panthers, Canucks, Islanders, and Rangers
Panthers may not be done Jameson Olive: Recently spoke with Florida Panthers GM Dale Tallon who said there were still some players that are available that they like. The Panthers may not be finished this offseason. Linden's departure not really…
NHL News: Rangers, Canucks, Capitals, Flames and Blues
Rangers lock up a young defenseman for six years Colin Stephenson of Newsday: The New York Rangers and Brady Skjei agreed on a six-year contract worth $31.5 million - a $5.25 million salary cap hit. Skjei had been scheduled for salary arbitration.…
NHL News: Stars, Blackhawks, Lombardi, Capitals and Wilson
Stars Smith clears waivers Mark Stepneski: Stars Gemel Smith cleared waivers yesterday. Sean Shapiro: The Stars putting Smith on waivers and him clearing helps the Stars case for salary arbitration. Crawford will be ready for the start of the season…
NHL Rumors: Toronto Maple Leafs – Matthews, van Riemsdyk, and Moore
Auston Matthews talking about John Tavares, Maple Leafs captaincy, their depth up the middle, potential wingers, meeting with Mike Babcock, contract status, and his offseason. Asked if contract talks have started at all: "Ya, I mean they've obviously started. I…
NHL Rumors: Vancouver Canucks … Notes On Some Remaining UFAs
Varying reports coming out of Vancouver Elliotte Friedman: Have been hearing that there Dean Lombardi is a serious contender for an open position with the Canucks. Satiar Shah: "Canucks ownership doesn’t move on from someone unless they have a good…
NHL Rumors: Leafs Prospect, Flyers Almost Done, and Trade Route For Blackhawks
Leafs prospect Dzierkals decision soon Aivis Kalnins: Source is saying that a decision on Toronto Maple Leafs prospect Martins Dzierkals could be made soon. Dzierkals has an option for Dinamo Riga of the KHL. He would rather sign with the Maple…
NHL News: Free Agent Signings, Trevor Linden Leaving Canucks, Jarome Iginla Retires, and Isles Add Goalie Coach
Some signings from yesterday Minnesota Wild: The Wild and Jason Zucker agreed on a five-year contract worth $27.5 million - a $5.5 million salary cap hit. 2018-19: $5 million 2019-20: $6.25 million 2020-21: $4.8 million 2021-22: $6.25 million 2022-23: $5.5…