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Rumors VI: Hurricanes, Matthias, Stevens and Canadiens

Mark Easson 06/18/2015
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  • Chip Alexander of the Raleigh News & Observer: The Hurricanes could have a new look next season according to GM Ron Francis.

    “It’s tough to say, but I am open to discussing changes and making changes,” he said during an interview this week. “When you finish like we did this season, and there are some reasons the season went the way it did, I’m open to listening to suggestions made that I believe can make this team better.”

    They haven’t made a decision yet to buyout Alexander Semin or not. Semin has three years left at a $7 million cap hit. A buyout would cost them $14 million over six years. The Hurricanes could continue to look at trade him, while retaining some salary. Francis on Semin:

    “It’s too early to say. We’re looking at all the options. Is it best to keep him here or should we do something else? At the right time we’ll do what’s best for our organization.”

    Francis has spoken with the agents for Eric Staal and Cam Ward.

    “Our discussions have been pretty general to this point,” Francis said. “It’s still pretty early in the process. In my opinion, I do think they want to be a part of turning this organization around and get it back to where it was. They’ve expressed an interest in doing that.”

    Chip Alexander: Hurricanes GM Ron Francis said they could consider trading down in the first round, but added that it would likely be a “draft-floor decision.”

  • News 1130 Sports: The agent for Canucks UFA Shawn Matthias said there was “nothing to report” when it comes to contract talks with the Canucks.
  • Rich Chere: Devils GM Ray Shero said there is no spot for Scott Stevens in the organization at this point: “I think his focus is on being in coaching. It’s more the direction he wants to go.”
  • HabsLinks: Bob McKenzie on Canadiens David Desharnais: “Given his contract & the way his playoff yr went I’m not sure Desharnais is the most marketable guy right now.”
  • HabsLinks: McKenzie on Tomas Plekanec: “He’s a guy that might have some marketability, he’s a useful play on a decent (salary cap) number.”
  • HabsLinks: McKenzie on Alex Galchenyuk’s position next season: “I don’t know if he will play centre or not and I don’t know if he wants to.”
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TAGGED:Alex GalchenyukAlexander SeminCam WardCarolina HurricanesDavid DesharnaisMontreal CanadiensNew Jersey DevilsScott StevensShawn MatthiasTomas PlekanecVancouver Canucks

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