Tag: Antoine Vermette

NHL Rumors: Avalanche, Red Wings, Golden Knights and No-Trade Clauses

On the Colorado Avalanche ... NHL.com: Avalanche VP Jean Martineau on the Sportsnet report that the Avs were given permission to speak with Toronto Maple Leafs assistant GM Kyle Dubas. "We will not comment on rumors," Avalanche vice president Jean…

Mark Easson

Buyout Candidates: Pacific Division

We’re less than a month away from the NHL buyout window opening (the later of June 15 or 48 hours after the Stanley Cup Final), and as we know the incoming 31st team in Vegas will alter the buyout landscape…

Kevin Wickersham

NHL Rumors: Stars, Red Wings, Canucks, Vermette and the Bye Week

On the Dallas Stars, Detroit Red Wings, Vancouver Canucks, Antoine Vermette and the Bye Week ... TSN Insider Trade: Pierre LeBrun: Dallas Stars forward Patrick Eaves could be one of this year's most sought after rentals and it's not because…

Mark Easson

NHL Rumors: Julien, Radulov, Lazar and Vermette

On the Claude Julien, Alexander Radulov, Curtis Lazar and Antoine Vermette ... Sportsnet: Hockey Night in Canada's Headlines. Elliotte Friedman: One of the reasons the Canadiens acted quickly on Claude Julien was because another team was in negotiations with him. Friedman…

Mark Easson

NHL Rumors: Blues, Senators and Coyotes

On the St. Louis Blues ... Jeremy Rutherford: There was no update on the Vladimir Sobotka situation yesterday. Somewhat related, coach Ken Hitchcock said that they will get a look at Jaden Schwartz and Robby Fabbri at center. On the…

Mark Easson

Rumors and Notes: Vermette, Avalanche and Red Wings

On Antoine Vermette ... Allan Walsh: Antoine Vermette will be making a decision on where he'll be playing by Monday. He has received 5 offers from NHL teams. On the Colorado Avalanche ... Fluto Shinzawa of the Boston Herald: Shinzawa…

Mark Easson

NHL Rumors: Penguins, Red Wings and Vermette

On the Pittsburgh Penguins ... Robert Laflamme of NHL.com: Marc-Andre Fleury sat on the bench as Matt Murray led the Penguins to the Stanley Cup. Fleury has three years left on his deal at a $5.75 million cap hit and…

Mark Easson

NHL Rumors: Coyotes, Canucks and Vermette

On the Arizona Coyotes ... Craig Morgan of Arizona Sports: Contract talks between the Coyotes and Tobias Rieder's camp continue, but it doesn't appear they are close. Source saying Rieder is now looking for a two-year deal with a cap…

Mark Easson

Rumors and Notes: Coyotes, Bruins, Las Vegas and the Oilers

On the Arizona Coyotes ... Craig Morgan of Arizona Sports: The Coyotes put Antoine Vermette unconditional waivers yesterday for the purpose of buying out the 34-year old center. General Fanager reports he will count $1.25 million against the cap for…

Mark Easson

NHL Rumors: Stars, Flames and Canucks

On the Dallas Stars ... Darren Dreger: The Stars are focusing on Dan Hamhuis and Kris Russell. The Stars have a lot of time for Russell. The Flames are hoping to get two second round picks for Russell. Darren Dreger:…

Mark Easson

NHL Rumors: Time Running Out For Boedker in Arizona

On the Arizona Coyotes ... Craig Morgan of Arizona Sports: Mikkel Boedker likely won't return with the team when their road trip ends. Two sources don't think there is any chance that the pending UFA re-signs by Monday.Boedker's agent, Jarrett…

Mark Easson

NHL Rumors: Blackhawks, Lightning and Coyotes

On the Chicago Blackhawks ... Frank Seravalli: The Blackhawks are looking for a first line left winger. Need to remember that Artemi Panarin will hit all of his $2.6 million on bonuses. The Blackhawks don't want to be stuck with…

Mark Easson