NHL Rumors: Carlson, Voynov, Canucks and Stars
On John Carlson ... Ray Ferraro: (answering question) John Carlson won't be signing five years, it would be seven years around $7 million a season. "Can't believe for a second he would sign in Canada." On Slava Voynov ... John Hoven:…
The Montreal Canadiens Are Facing A Crucial Off-Season
A year after finishing atop the Atlantic Division, the Montreal Canadiens will miss the playoffs for the second time in three seasons. They're one of the league's lowest-scoring teams and among the worst defensive clubs. Injuries to key players, such as goaltender Carey…
Possible Carolina Hurricanes Trade Options For This Offseason
The Carolina Hurricanes' recent decision to replace Ron Francis as general manager has generated ongoing speculation over his potential successor. Whoever gets the job will be expected to shake up a roster that's on the brink of missing the playoffs for…
Top 10 NHL Summer Trade Bait Candidates
The 2018 NHL Trade Deadline saw several stars, such as Ryan McDonagh and Evander Kane, shipped off to new teams. There were also several high-profile players considered trade bait who, for a variety of reasons, still remain with their current…
NHL Rumors: Sabres, Red Wings, Canadiens, Wild, and Canucks
On the Buffalo Sabres ... Renaud Lavoie: There has been lots of talk about Evander Kane. A few teams are showing some interest in Benoit Pouliot. Dan Kingerski: "I do believe Jason Botterill is learning a very important lesson right now:…
NHL Rumors: Calgary Flames, Tampa Bay Lightning, and Montreal Canadiens
Calgary may not go rental route Eric Francis of Sportsnet writes that the Calgary Flames may not be keen on the rental route. Their chances of making the playoffs are still 50-50. There are no major gaping needs. However, only…
NHL Rumors: Vancouver Canucks and the Montreal Canadiens
On the Vancouver Canucks ... Rick Dhaliwal: It's likely 50-50 that Thomas Vanek gets traded. Anders Nilsson will most likely be traded in this offseason. There are whispers that Ben Hutton might ask for a trade. As of last night…
NHL Rumors: Chicago Blackhawks – Anisimov, Hartman, Wingels, and Saad
More on the Chicago Blackhawks selling... Mark Lazerus of the Chicago Sun Times: A significant sale of players seems to be the plan. However, what will be the return? Artem Anisimov seems more like a summer deal as opposed to…
NHL Rumors: Pittsburgh Penguins and the Montreal Canadiens
Pittsburgh addressing wants and not needs Shelly Anderson of Pittsburgh Hockey Now: Jim Rutherford can afford to go after wants and not needs at this point. Pittsburgh is on a 16-4-1 stretch as they have steamrolled to around the top…
NHL Rumors: Montreal Canadiens, Arizona Coyotes, and New York Islanders
On the Montreal Canadiens ... Habs Links: Darren Dreger said that he doesn't believe that forward Andrew Shaw is available. Brian Wilde: Talk from GMs is that Shaw is not available, but Alex Galchenyuk is. Dennis Bernstein: Don't believe that…
2018 NHL Trade Deadline – Under The Radar Buyers
With the NHL's Feb. 26 trade deadline just over a week away, there's considerable focus on the clubs expected to be buyers. Stanley Cup contenders such as the Tampa Bay Lightning and Nashville Predators, as well as playoff bubble teams…
NHL Rumors: Florida Panthers and the Montreal Canadiens
On the Florida Panthers ... Mike Johnston of Sportsnet: Panthers GM Dale Tallon was on Sportsnet 650 and said that if they add a piece before the deadline, it won't be for a rental player. “Any move that we make…