Morning Rumors I: Habs Turn Down Bourque-Parenteau Offer? Other Avs and Canadiens Notes
Louis Jean: The Canadiens turn down a trade offer from the Avalanche, Rene Bourque for P.A. Parenteau. Adrian Dater: "Not true" Adrian Dater: The Avalanche made P.A. Parenteau a healthy scratch last night. Coach Patrick Roy said the decision was based on Parenteau…
Sharks Sign Joe Thornton and Patrick Marleau To Contract Extensions
The San Jose Sharks have signed forwards Joe Thornton and Patrick Marleau to three-year contract extensions. The 34-year old Thornton's three-year deal is for $20.25 million, a $6.75 million salary cap hit. He's coming off a three-year deal worth $21…
Flames Sign Matt Stajan To Four Year Contract Extension
The Calgary Flames have signed center Matt Stajan to a four year contract extension worth $12.5 million, a salary cap hit of $3.125 million. The 30-year old was the 57th overall pick in the second round of the 2002 draft…
Morning Rumors: Sabres, Panthers, Rangers, Oilers, Pens, Jets, Lightning, Leafs, Bruins and Scouting PHX-MIN
Mike Harrington of the Buffalo News: Sabres Pat LaFontaine is hoping that Ryan Miller wants to stay long-term in Buffalo. “The most important thing is to listen to what Ryan Miller wants to do,” LaFontaine said. “Obviously you’d love to keep…
Morning Rumors: Caps, Isles, Oilers, Bruins, Jets, Sabres, Leafs, Spartak and Dmen Trade Possibilities
Chuck Gormley of CSN Washington: Gormley wonders if it's time for the Capitals to make a trade. They've lost seven of nine, and have Michael Neuvirth and Martin Erat looking for a change of scenery. The Islanders could be looking for…
Morning Rumors: Byfuglien, Penguins, Girardi, Oilers, Barrie, Kings, Kadri and Sabres
Gary Lawless of the Winnipeg Free Press: Lawless thinks the Jets need to trade Dustin Byfuglien and get the most they can for him, whether it be at the deadline or in the summer. He would be a fit for…
Free Agent Rumors: Rangers and Flyers
Katie Strang: The Rangers have had contract discussions with Dan Girardi. As of early this week, there had been no talks with Anton Stralman. The Rangers have not spoken with Ryan Callahan recently. That could change when he returns from…
Quick Hits: Coyotes, Flyers, Bruins, Blues and Maple Leafs
Sarah McLellan: Coyotes Keith Yandle has been told to be ready if there is an injury to any of the USA defenseman. David Strehle: The Flyers have lost 106 games due to injury this season, but only 29 have been for non-LTIR.…
Morning Rumors: Moulson, Phaneuf, Gardiner, Ranger, Pacioretty, Eberle and Dupuis
Mike Halford of Pro Hockey Talk: Matt Moulson may consider re-signing with the Sabres. “Definitely, I think there is,” Moulson told CBC when asked about the possibility of re-signing in Buffalo. “I don’t know what they think of me. I love playing for…
Blues Sign Alex Steen To A Three Year Extension
The St Louis Blues have signed forward Alex Steen to a three year contract extension worth $17.4 million, a $5.8 million salary cap hit.
Morning Rumors: Kings, Canadiens, Jets, Panthers, Oilers, Canes, Senators and Scouting the Avs-Stars
The Fourth Period: The Kings don't appear to be close to making a trade, though they are looking at add. GM Dean Lombardi has had a few discussion about potential deals this season, but nothing that could be labelled as…
Morning Rumors: Predators, Sharks, Leafs, Niewendyk and Sabres
Josh Cooper of the Tennessean: Predators GM David Poile still thinks he has the team to make a push and is "exercising patience." “If we could improve the team by trade, I would be happy to do that. On the flip…