Are Prolonged NHL RFA Negotiations the New Normal?

The number of ‘big named’ restricted free agents getting big money is growing, and the time to get them signed is taking longer.

NHL Rumors: Avalanche and Rantanen … Canadiens GM On Offer Sheets

The Colorado Avalanche and Mikko Rantanen are closing the gap on a new deal. Montreal Canadiens GM comments on offer sheets and Cayden Primeau.

NHL Rumors: Jets, Devils, Canadiens, Ducks, Kings, Blues and Oilers

LeBrun thinks Taylor Hall will re-sign and it could be $11 million or more. Friedman says to keep an eye on Jonathan Drouin. Kyle Connor’s agent said a deal isn’t close.

NHL Rumors: Justin Faulk, Jesse Puljujarvi, Kyle Connor, Patrik Laine, and Taylor Hall

Jesse Puljujarvi being heavily scouted. Teams calling Patrik Laine’s camp. RFAs may not be close on new deals. Devils and Taylor Hall’s camp made some contract extension traction on the weekend.

NHL Rumors: Lightning, NHL/NHLPA, Jets, Sabres, and Oilers

Rasmus Ristolainen may start the season with the Sabres after Brendon Montour’s injury. Jets have to wait on Dustin Byfuglien decision. Matt Benning the odd man out in Edmonton

NHL News: The Tampa Bay Lightning and Brayden Point Agree On A Three-Year Deal

The Tampa Bay Lightning signed Brayden Point to a three-year bridge deal that kicks in for the 2019-20 season.

NHL Rumors: Montreal Canadiens and the Tampa Bay Lightning

Canadiens have some interest in Julius Honka. Contract talks between the Tampa Bay Lightning and Brayden Point moving very slowly.

NHL Rumors: Oilers, Blue Jackets, Panthers, Jets, and Ducks

The Oilers could use a third-line center. Could the Columbus Blue Jackets look at offer sheeting Mikko Rantanen? There are some defenseman available, with a few teams looking to add.

NHL Rumors: Lucic, Russian UFAs, Point and Remaining RFAs

Milan Lucic didn’t mind the idea of the Canucks. Brayden Point and Kyle Connor are among the RFAs still waiting for a new deal.

NHL Rumors: The Lightning and Point Continue To Work On A Deal

It’s believed that Brayden Point rejected a three-year contract from the Tampa Bay Lightning. Talks are expected to continue this weekend.

How Does Marner Deal Change Futures of Other NHL Top Young Talents?

The Toronto Maple Leafs signed Mitch Marner to big six-year deal and the first big domino has fallen. What does it mean for the reamining RFAs?