Top 2016 NHL Free Agents – Part I: Ranking Forwards 6 to 10
With the free agent class mostly settled into new homes, it’s time to start speculating on next year’s UFA group. While the 2014-15 cohort lacked elite impact players, next season’s list of potential free agents offers star power at many…
Rumors III: Friedman Roundup
Elliotte Friedman of Sportsnet: There are still some useful free agents available - Brad Boyes, Christian Ehrhoff, Eric Fehr, Tomas Fleischmann, Cody Franson, Curtis Glencross, Jim Slater, Lee Stempniak and Scottie Upshall. “I think you’re going to see some good…
Rumors I: Hagelin, Flyers, Paajarvi, Kopitar, Oduya, Semin and Moore
Eric Stephens of the OC Register: Ducks GM Bob Murray has already been talking with the agent for newly acquired Carl Hagelin, and they are making progress on a new contract. "We are making progress," Barry said in an e-mail…
Rumors IV: Leafs, Wild, Stars, Sharks and Kings
On the Leafs ... Shahanan said other teams were asking Leafs to retain more salary than Pittsburgh. "We thought this was the best deal that we had."— Jonas Siegel (@jonasTSN1050) July 1, 2015 @simmonssteve on TSN: Tyler Bozak will be…
Rumors XIV: Blues, Habs, Kings, Oilers, Leafs, Bruins, Green, and Ward
On the Blues and Shattenkirk ... I would NOT rule out possibility of Blues entertaining idea of trading Shattenkirk. He has 2 more years left on his deal at 4.25m AAV (1/2)— Jeremy Rutherford (@jprutherford) July 1, 2015 On the…
Rumors VIII: Leafs, Ducks, Ward, Jets, Flames, Beleskey and Kings
On the Maple Leafs ... Per league source, Kessel trade talk remains significant coming into today. Phaneuf talk has died down. Their bonus payments are made today.— David Pagnotta (@TheFourthPeriod) July 1, 2015 On the Ducks and Bieksa ... Expect…
Rumors II: Sabres, Kings, and Red Wings
Mike Harrington of the Buffalo News: Sabres GM Tim Murray said he's looking at trades every day. Looking at NHL goalies and other positions from teams that are looking to shed some salary.Their 21st overall pick could be available to…
Rumors II: Byfuglien, Kings and Beagle
Ken Wiebe of Ted Wyman of the Winnipeg Sun: Wiebe and Wyman look at what the Jets should do with Dustin Byfuglien - sign to an extension, playout next season and risk losing for nothing or to trade this offseason.Wiebe…
Rumors I: Oilers, Wild, Maple Leafs and Canadiens
Jim Matheson of the Edmonton Journal: The Oilers used Justin Schultz and Oscar Klefbom as their top defensive pairing last season. The Oilers don't have a legit top 2 defenseman. Getting one in his prime is slim, so they might…
2014-15 Top 5 Selke Trophy Candidates
Written by Todd Cordell, who can be found on twitter @ToddCordell. Every year it seems the same handful of players are in the running for the Selke Trophy, and this season things are no different with the usual suspects once again…
Rumors and Video: Kings, Cap, Flyers, Senators and Sabres
Craig Custance of ESPN: Kings GM Dean Lombardi is having contract extension talks with Martin Jones and Tanner Pearson. With Lombardi's past, they'll most likely get done sooner than later. Contract talks for pending UFAs Justin Williams and Jarret Stoll…
Rumors III: Friedman 30 Thought Roundup
Elliotte Friedman of Sportsnet: The Kings have already locked up Alec Martinez and Jake Muzzin. They are trying to get a deal done with Justin Williams, and will also have to deal with Kyle Clifford, Martin Jones, Tanner Pearson, Jarret…