Morning Hits: Kessel, Caps, Flyers, Wings, Leafs and Jackets
On Phil Kessel ... Joe McDonald of ESPN: Phil Kessel said in a text that his tweet wasn't directed at Team USA players. "Of course it wasn't directed at the players," Kessel said in a text to ESPN. "I know how…
Quick Hits: Isles, Panthers, World Cup, Stars, Wings and More
On the New York Islanders .. Arthur Staple: The Islanders and Ryan Strome agree on a two-year, $5 million contract. On the Florida Panthers ... Harvey Fialkov: Sources saying that Aaron Ekblad has a mild concussion or concussion-like symptoms. Bob McKenzie: Ekblad…
NHL Rumors: Dallas Stars and Valeri Nichushkin
On Valeri Nichushkin and the Dallas Stars ... Aivis Kalnins: The KHL has approved the Valeri Nichushkin trade from Dynamo Moscow to CSKA. Dynamo will receive money. Elliotte Friedman: Though not official yet, word is that Nichshkin will sign with CSKA. Elliotte…
Tournament Odds to Win the 2016 World Cup of Hockey
With the conclusion of the preliminary games, the 2016 World Cup of Hockey begins in earnest this week with Team Canada the odds on favorite to win the tournament. This past week saw two major announcements from Team Canada. First…
Morning Hits: Grossmann, Howard, Robidas and Ference
On the Calgary Flames ... Roger Millions: The Flames are bringing defenseman Nicklas Grossmann to training camp on a PTO. On the Detroit Red Wings ... Ansar Khan of MLive: The Red Wings will have $9.3 million committed to their goaltending…
Morning Hits: Stars, Duchene, Blues, Oilers and Las Vegas
On Dallas Stars, Tyler Seguin and Jamie Benn ... Shawn McKenzie: Team Canada coach Mike Babcock said that Tyler Seguin has an ankle injury. Seguin tried to play through it, but it wasn't getting better. Mark Stepneski: Dallas Stars GM Jim…
Young Stars Classic Rosters – Flames, Oilers, Canucks and Jets
The 2016 Young Stars Classic will be held in Penticton, BC, and run from September 15th to the 19th. Calgary Flames 2016 Young Stars Classic schedule Friday, Sept. 16 - Flames vs. Jets 4:00 PM (PT) Satruday, Sept. 17 - Flames vs.…
Rookie Showcase Rosters – Avs, Ducks and Sharks
The 2016 Rookie Showcase will get underway on September 17th in Westminster, Colorado. The tournament will run through the 19th and feature the Colorado Avalanche, Anaheim Ducks and San Jose Sharks. Sat, Sept. 17: Avalanche vs. San Jose Sharks, 2:00…
Morning Hits: Injury Updates and PTOs
On the Roberto Luongo ... Luke Fox: Roberto Luongo is hopeful that he'll be ready for the start of the season, though he said "there's still work to be done." On Tyler Seguin ... Dallas Stars: Tyler Seguin is leaving Team Canada…
Rumors and Notes: Seidenberg, Price, Hurricanes, Rakell and Kruger
On Dennis Seidenberg ... Fluto Shinzawa of the Boston Globe: Dennis Seidenberg is hoping his play at the World Cup will get him a NHL deal. Seidenberg was bought out by the Bruins after last season. His family has remained in Boston.…
Rumors and Notes: Leafs, Sobotka, Oilers, Vegas and Kaleta
On the Toronto Maple Leafs ... Lance Hornby: The hearing for Jared Cowen's grievance with the Maple Leafs over his buyout should take place in early to mid-October. The Maple Leafs tried to buy him out in June, and Cowen…
Rumors and Notes: Hossa, Roy, Russell and the Trade Market
On Marian Hossa ... Scott Powers of The Athletic: Marian Hossa left last night's Team Europe-Team North America game after blocking a shot in the second period. Source saying he has a bruised foot, but will continue to play. Source added…
