Deal in place or linked to … Things to keep an eye on
Bob McKenzie: Deals in place or players tied to teams.
Jack Campbell – Edmonton Oilers
Darcy Kuemper – Washington Capitals
Andrew Copp – Detroit Red Wings
Claude Giroux – Ottawa Senators
David Pagnotta: Vincent Trocheck – New York Rangers
To keep an eye on:
- Will it be the Seattle Kraken or Carolina Hurricanes for John Klingberg?
- Is Jeff Petry Play B for the Hurricanes if they miss out on Klingberg?
- Will the Sharks trade Brent Burns to the Dallas Stars?
- Will Josh Manson head back to the Anaheim Ducks?
Jeff Marek: The Seattle Kraken and Detroit Red Wings have some interest in Dallas Stars pending UFA John Klingberg. The Carolina Hurricanes have had interest in Klingberg for a while now and they may be in the best position to offer him what he’s looking for.
Jeff Marek: San Jose Sharks defenseman Brent Burns being traded to the Dallas Stars is picking up steam this morning.
A five-year deal for Darcy Kuemper?
Frank Seravalli: Speculation has Darcy Kuemper being a fit for the Washington Capitals. Expect a contract in the five-year range at $5.5 million.
Avs and Josh Manson still talking
Adrian Dater: The Colorado Avalanche and defenseman Josh Manson continue to talk to see if they can reach a deal.
The Golden Knights could be looking to move Max Pacioretty
Elliotte Friedman: The Vegas Golden Knights will announce contract extensions for Reilly Smith and Brett Howden. Given their salary cap situation, they may need to move some salary and Max Pacioretty’s name is out there.
Brett Kulak will get lots of interest
Renaud Lavoie: Have heard there will be lots of interest in defenseman Brett Kulak.
He’s said before he’d be open to returning to Montreal, but will someone offer him something he can’ refuse
Robert Thomas signing for eight years
Frank Seravalli: The St. Louis Blues will be signing forward Robert Thomas to an eight-year contract extension worth $64 million.