Video: Craig MacTavish Press Conference
** Video of press conference at the bottom of the post ** David Pagnotta: "This availability is not going to satisfy anybody" -- MacTavish. Edmonton Oilers: "The accountability on the players to execute on the ice has to improve... our execution…
Rumors II: Jets, Hawks, Jackets, Oilers, Ducks, Kings, Flyers and Coyotes
Andy Strickland: The Jets and Blackhawks have some level of interest in Chris Stewart. Aaron Portzline: Blue Jackets GM Jarmo Kekalainen said that he's held "regular talks" with other GMs and is not close to a trade. Elliotte Friedman: Was…
News: Pat Quinn Passes Away
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends of Pat Quinn. Sportsnet: Pat Quinn passed away last night after battling a lengthy illness, he was 71 "’The Big Irishman’ is a guy that loves the game so much…
Odds and Ends: Voynov, Sharp, Bourque, Dupuis, Booth, Getzlaf …
Lisa Dillman of the LA Times: Kings Slava Voynov was charged yesterday with "one felony count of corporal injury to spouse with great bodily injury" by the DA. His arraignment is scheduled for Dec. 1st. "During an argument at their…
News: Jason Spezza To Sign Four-Year Extension
Mike Heika of the Dallas Morning News: The Stars are expected to announce a four-year, $30 million contract extension with center Jason Spezza. Spezza would have been a UFA after this season. His cap hit will increase from $7 million…
Trade: Ducks Send Bryan Allen To Canadiens For Rene Bourque
The Anaheim Ducks have traded defenseman Bryan Allen to the Montreal Canadiens for winger Rene Bourque. The 34-year old Allen was drafted 4th overall in the 1998 draft by the Canucks. Allen is in the last year of a three-year,…
News: Penguins Pascal Dupuis Has Blood Clot In His Lung
Pittsburgh Penguins: The Penguins announce that Pascal Dupuis will be out at least six months after he was diagnosed with a blood clot in his lung. It was noticed on Monday after he complained of discomfort in his chest. “Pascal…
Why the NHL and Vegas Are/Are Not a Good Match
Emily Sadler of Sportsnet: Reasons why Las Vegas and the NHL are a good match: 1. It would be the only show in town. 2. If you build it, they will come - 20,000 capacity with 17,500 for hockey. 3.…
News: Penguins Sign Marc-Andre Fleury to Four-Year Extension
The Penguins lock up Fleury for another four seasons Pittsburgh Penguins: The Penguins sign Marc-Andre Fleury to four year contract extension worth $23 million, a $5.75 million salary cap hit. Penguins: GM Jim Rutherford. “I believe in Marc-Andre Fleury, as…
Videos: Suspension Videos for Ference, Nolan and Volchenkov
The NHL has suspended Oilers defenseman Andrew Ference for three games for an illegal check to the head. The NHL has suspended Kings forward Jordan Nolan for two games for boarding. The NHL has suspended Predators defenseman Anton Volchenkov for…
Quick Hits: Roster and Injury Notes … Line Combos
Renaud Lavoie: The Devils have put Scott Clemmensen on waivers. DJ Been: Bruins David Krejci is still dealing with a hip issue that he caused him to miss the first three games of the season. He was playing through the…
News: Vanek, Burrows, Player Safety, Reinhart, Colaiacovo …
Gary Craig: Gambling allegations that could involve Thomas Vanek. "Mark Ruff pleads guilty to laundering $230,000 payment that was gambling debt. According to plea, that payment went to Mark's brother, Joe. Mark gets check from Joe, passes to unindicted co-conspirator in…