Free Agent and trade notes on: Subban, Hall, Eberle, Seguin, Doan, Franzen, Luongo, Carlson and Fistric
L.A. Lariviere via twitter: P.K. Subban's agent said there is no truth the report that Subban asked for a 5 year deal at $30 million, "Another erroneous report. PK has not made any such request" Lariviere adds that his sources said…
CBA talks … Kronwall may join brother in KHL if lockout … Oilers lack depth at center … AHL to test no-touch icing
Chris Johnson via twitter: CBA talks are set to start at 9:30 am this morning, with economic issues the main topic of the day. Aaron Portzline via twitter: "People on both sides of the aisle believe next couple days in…
Don Fehr talking CBA negotiations – August 22nd and 21st
Wednesday August 22nd, 2012 Tuesday August 21st, 2012
Taylor Hall signs 7 year contract extension with the Oilers
TSN: The Edmonton Oilers have signed Taylor Hall to a 7 year contract extension worth $42 million, a $6 million salary cap hit.
Free Agent notes involving Doan, Couture, Hall, Eberle and Hartnell’s new contract
John Buccigross via twitter: Buccigross was told that the Sabres 4 year, $30 offer to Shane Doan is legit. The Coyotes are only looking to go 2 years for now. Mike Harrington via twitter: Harrington notes again that the Sabres…
Neuvirth comments on Holtby and Semin … Yakupov looking at KHL? Samsonov looking for a tryout … Some CBJ could be sent to AHL
Stephen Whyno via twitter: Capitals goalie Michal Neuvirth tells iSport.cz that Braden Holtby is his "weakest competition yet." Brian Stubits of CBS Sports: (Russian Machine Never Breaks translation) Neuvirth did clarify a little better, He sure is a great goalie.…
Trade and free agent notes: Umberger, Filppula, Kulikov, Hartnell and Blues questions
Aaron Portzline via twitter: Portzline clears the air regarding the rumor that RJ Umberger asking for a trade out of Columbus, "Don't be ridiculous. No truth." Helene St. James of the Detroit Free Press: Red Wings Valtteri Filppula (28) had…
Sharks lost $15 million last season … CBA talks tomorrow and Thursday … CBJ and PHO account for 1/3 of NHL loses
David Pollak of the San Jose Mercury News: Despite selling out every game, the Sharks parent company said they lost $15 million last year. "We're OK with that because that's a decision we've made to stay competitive," said Kevin Compton…
Mike Fisher signs 2 year extension with the Predators
Nashville Predators via twitter: The Nashville Predators have signed forward Mike Fisher to a 2 year contract extension worth $8.4 million. James Mirtle via twitter: He'll get $4.2 million per season.
Scott Hartnell signs 6 year contract extension with the Flyers
The Flyers have signed Scott Hartnell to a 6 year contract extension. Tim Panaccio via twitter: Hartnell's 6 year deal is worth $28.5 million, a $4.75 million cap hit. Sam Carchidi via twitter: Hartnell is expected to replace Jagr, and…
8 owners may have accepted NHLPA’s of offer … Grange’s 5 easy steps … Top pairing for Josi? Heatley sues
Aaron Portzline of the Columbus Dispatch: The NHLPA's offer may be okay with some owners, but not others. “I think as many as eight NHL owners would accept the NHLPA’s initial proposal,” said an NHL player agent who spoke to…
Sunday morning notes on Burrows, Edler, Visnovsky, Del Zotto, Sauer, Yandle and Smith
Brad Ziemer of the Vancouver Sun: The Canucks have started talks with Alex Burrows regarding a contract extension. "We have had preliminary discussions about extending Alex's contract," Gilman said. "But beyond that it's not our policy to discuss ongoing negotiations."…