Rumors III: Flames, Kings, Canes, Leafs, Ducks, Coyotes and Canucks
Eric Francis of the Calgary Sun: Source confirmed that Flames GM Brad Treliving has discussed the idea of acquiring Kings center Mike Richards. It would be a long-shot. The Flames are one of the few teams that could be able to…
Rumors I: Sabres, Franson and Phaneuf
Mike Johnston of Sportsnet: The trade market right now may not be as busy as most might think according to Sabres GM Tim Murray. “It’s been quiet, to be frank. It’s been very, very quiet. We’re fairly close to the…
Injuries: Flyers, Oilers, Pens, Coytes, Flames, Stars, Jets and Jackets
Tim Panaccio: Sounds more promising for Flyers Kimmo Timonen than it did a couple weeks ago. If he's able to return, GM Ron Hextall would have to clear some cap space. Sam Carchidi: Hextall said he'll have more info on…
Morning Hits: Brodeur, Waivers, Fines and Injury Updates
Rich Chere: Devils GM Lou Lamoriello said that Martin Brodeur will be back with the Devils at some point, but will finish the season with the Blues. Lamoriello: "I don't think it's a case of choosing. He's been (in St. Louis)…
Rumors III: Hurricanes, Senators, Devils, Oilers, Coyotes and Isles
Chip Alexander of the Raleigh News & Observer: Hurricanes GM Ron Francis said that some pending UFAs could be dealt for players or draft picks. Potentially available are: Andrej Sekera, Jay McClement, Jiri Tlusty, Patrick Dwyer, Tim Gleason and Brett…
Rumors II: More Notes on Mike Richards
Pierre LeBrun of ESPN: Kings Dean Lombardi on Mike Richards trade talks and then placing him on waivers. "There were a few things but I don't think they were attractive," Lombardi told ESPN.com on Monday. "I don't expect him to…
Rumors I: Bruins, Stars and Devils
Fluto Shinzawa of the Boston Globe: The Bruins want to keep pending UFA Carl Soderberg, but they won't be able to pay him top-two center money. The Bruins have $13.75 million committed to David Krejci and Patrice Bergeron. If someone…
Rumors I: Garrioch Roundup, Leafs and Blackhawks
Bruce Garrioch of the Ottawa Sun: Trade talk should likely start picking up after the All-Star break ends on Tuesday. "There really isn't a lot going on," said a league executive. "At this point, I would think teams are waiting…
Rumors I: Habs, Sabres, Avs, Wings, Coyotes, Oilers and Lightning
Hope Smoke: Bob McKenzie on TSN radio said that most teams would be interested in Cody Franson and Andrej Sekera. It would probably cost a 2nd round pick and a decent prospect. The Kings, Ducks and Avalanche are teams in…
Rumors II: Toronto Maple Leafs Edition
Kevin McGran of the Toronto Star: A source told the Star that the Maple Leafs are quietly shopping Dion Phaneuf, Phil Kessel and others exclusively to Western Conference teams. There is nothing imminent. Things could heat up after this weekend.…
Rumors I: Brodeur, Wings, Sekera, Coyotes, Rangers, Pens and Leafs
Pierre LeBrun of ESPN: Blues Martin Brodeur will take another week leave from the Blues. “With the All-Star break already on the way, the Blues have given Marty more time to reflect,” agent Pat Brisson of CAA Sports told ESPN.com…
Injuries: Pens, Coyotes, Stars, Sharks, Flames, Leafs and More
Seth Rorabaugh: Penguins head coach Mike Johnston said that Kris Letang was undergoing concussion testing. Video of the hit. Craig Morgan: Coyotes forward Mikkel Boedker will be out for four to six weeks after having his spleen removed. Mark Stepneski:…