Not Really Rumors: Nabokov, Kekalainen, Stewart and Oduya
Stan Fischler: Evgeni Nabokov tells Fischler that it appears to be time to "hand up the skates." Erik Erlendsson: Nabokov's agent, Don Meehan, said that he'll take a few days to "consider his future." Shawn Mitchell: Blue Jackets GM Jarmo…
The LA Kings Put Mike Richards On Waivers
Elliotte Friedman: The LA Kings have put Mike Richards on waivers. John Hoven: The Kings had been working on multiple deals that involved Richards over the weekend. The last one fell through last night. Rich Hammond: The bottom line is…
Suspension: Wild’s Ryan Suter Suspended For Two Games
The NHL has suspended Minnesota Wild defenseman Ryan Suter for two games for elbowing Pittsburgh Penguins forward Steve Downie. Downie left the game, but did not suffer a serious injury. Suter has no history of supplementary discipline. Do you think…
Rumors III: Ron Wilson and Dreger On the Maple Leafs
Hope Smoke: Ron Wilson on TSN 1050 Radio: "It's always shocking when a coach gets fired, especially one with a winning record" ... "Early on in your career you don't feel it coming, but later on & in my year with the…
News: Maple Leafs Fire Head Coach Randy Carlyle
The Toronto Maple Leafs have fired head coach Randy Carlyle. Assistant coaches Steve Spott and Peter Horachek will take over behind the bench for the time being. “I want to thank Randy for all of his hard work and dedication,”…
Leon Draisaitl Could Be On His Way To Junior Soon
Mark Spector of Sportsnet: Sportsnet has learned that Leon Draisaitl will be returned to the WHL on Saturday, if not earlier. His rights currently belong to Prince Albert, but could end up in Kelowna. The Oilers would like to see…
News: Oilers Fire Eakins, MacTavish Back Behind Bench
The Edmonton Oilers have fired head coach Dallas Eakins. Audio of MacTavish press conference. 1:20 PM David Staples: "Oilers need massive change, not just this. Eakins part of problem, but entire organization needs a massive housecleaning. Katz must step up.…
Ducks News: Perry Out 3-4 Weeks, Gibson Skates, Bryzgalov Signs
Janis Carr of the OC Register: The Ducks will be without Corey Perry for three to four weeks with a sprained left knee. He should be able to return during their homestand that starts on New Year's Eve against the…
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…
