NHL Rumors: Ducks, Panthers, Canadiens and Oilers
On the Anaheim Ducks ... Eric Stephens of the OC Register: There were reports that Sami Vatanen is looking for a six year contract extension worth $6 million a season, something the Ducks have strongly denied. GM Bob Murray will…
NHL Rumors: Lightning, Sens, Hawks, Canucks, Oilers and More
Friedman 30 Thought rumor roundup ... Elliotte Friedman of Sportsnet: Wonder if the Lightning will try to "toll" Jonathan Drouin's contract -extending his contract for another season as he left the team). Drouin was on their NHL roster for 38…
NHL Rumors: Lightning, Kings and Bruins
On the Tampa Bay Lightning ... Joe Smith of the Tampa Bay Times: Lightning GM Steve Yzerman was hoping to have traded Jonathan Drouin by the deadline, but he didn't get the deal that he could live with. "I'm not…
NHL Trade Deadline Winners And Losers
Written by Todd Cordell, who can be found on twitter @ToddCordell. With the 2016 NHL trade deadline having gone and past, it's time to take a look at some of the winners and losers. Since "deadline day" was a little slow,…
NHL News: Trade Deadline Players Who Were Not Traded
In a NHL Trade Deadline Day that saw most of the bigger deals go down over the weekend, there weren't many fireworks. The bigger news might be who was not moved, including Boston's impending UFA Loui Eriksson, Tampa Bay's disgruntled…
NHL Rumors: Panthers, Hamhuis, Leafs, Bickell, Bruins, Devils and Flyers
Some surprisingly quiet teams out there... Tampa, Minnesota, Isles, Nashville, Detroit... — James Mirtle (@mirtle) February 29, 2016 On the Florida Panthers ... Could the Pirri deal mean Panthers clearing cap space for another, bigger move? Hard to make sense…
NHL Rumors: Hawks, Stars, Canucks, Avs, Oilers and More
On the Chicago Blackhawks ... Bryan Bickell's agent is "optimistic" about a trade, but understands it's "not simple to get done" because of next season's potential cap. — Scott Powers (@ByScottPowers) February 29, 2016 On the Dallas Stars ... Stars…
NHL Rumors: Islanders, Ducks, Senators and Panthers
On the New York Islanders ... #Isles are not shopping Kyle Okposo. Haven't changed course on that with the deadline approaching. 4 1/2 hrs left to find some forward help. — Arthur Staple (@StapeNewsday) February 29, 2016 On the Anaheim…
NHL Rumors: Hartnell, Pirri, Streit, Eberle and More
On the Columbus Blue Jackets and Nashville Predators ... McKenzie:"I would go so far as to say that Columbus doesn't view Colin Wilson as a primary target if they're going to trade Scott Hartnell." — Chris Nichols (@NicholsOnHockey) February 29,…
NHL Rumors: Brodin, Boedker, Penguins, McGinn, and Senators
On Deadline Day ... Chris Johnston: A text from a NHL front office member: "I don't think you will be busy." On the Jonas Brodin ... Bob McKenzie: Jonas Brodin's name has been prominent in trade rumors, especially since he…
NHL Rumors: Lightning, Ducks, Drouin and Vatanen
On the Tampa Bay Lightning ... Pierre LeBrun: Think the Lightning will look at the rental market for the right price. They won't give up a first round pick. Pierre LeBrun: The Lightning could use a winger and a right-handed…
NHL Rumors: Boston Bruins and Loui Eriksson Update
On the Boston Bruins and Loui Eriksson ... DJ Been of WEEI: As of this afternoon, the Bruins and Loui Eriksson's agent haven't resumed contract talks. The Bruins most recent offer is said to be for four years. GM Don…