Morning Hits: Rinne, Nolan, Sabres, Panthers, Drewiske, Bolland and Orlov Has Phone Hearing
Josh Cooper of the Tennessean: He hasn't officially been recalled by the Predators, but Pekka Rinne could be returning to the team with week after his second rehab start with Milwaukee of the AHL. “Now I’m looking forward to getting…
2013-14 NHL Trade Deadline Feature: Vancouver Canucks
Written by Joe McCormick and can be followed at @joemccormick19. Well things for the Canucks certainly have been interesting leading into the deadline. The team is in a position where they are not clear as to if they are buyers or…
Morning Rumors VI: Predators, Ducks, Capitals, Flyers, Sabres, Oilers, Kings and Red Wings
Pierre LeBrun of ESPN: Predators GM David Poile. "I talked to almost everybody before the Olympic break; I’ve probably spoken to half of the teams this week," Poile told ESPN.com Friday afternoon. "Everybody knows from my standpoint what we have…
Afternoon Hits: Injury Updates, Line Combos and Starting Goalies
Chris Johnston: Lightning's Steven Stamkos said that his leg felt "a lot better" today. Helene St. James: The Red Wings put Johan Franzen on the IR after he experienced some concussion symptoms. Bob Duff: The Red Wings activate Joakim Andersson…
Capitals Tom Wilson Will Not Be Suspended For His Hit On Brayden Schenn
After reviewing the play, and talking to Washington Capitals Tom Wilson this afternoon, the NHL has decided not to suspended him. Are you satisfied with this explanation?
Afternoon Hits: Schenn, Lecavalier, Tootoo, Hedman, Staal, Fiddler, Clowe, Backes and more
Mark Stepneski: Stars Max Fortunus cleared waivers and will remain with the team for now. Tim Panaccio: Flyers Brayden Schenn will play tonight. Vincent Lecavalier said he had his best day on the ice and hopes to be back quicker…
Afternoon Hits: Emelin, Schenn, Howard, Thomas, Penguins, Poulin and Devils
David Strehle: The NHL reviewed Canadiens Alexei Emelin's elbowing major on Flyers Steve Downie and "no disciplinary hearing scheduled at this time". Anthony SanFilippo: Flyers Brayden Schenn was fined $2,230.77 for his cross-check on Blackhawks Kris Versteeg. Ted Kulfan: Red Wings…
Morning Rumors: Jets, Kane, Flyers, Bruins, Hurricanes and Scouting the Habs-Flyers
The Fourth Period: Jets GM Kevin Cheveldayoff continues to get calls on Evander Kane, but won't move unless he gets an offer he can't refuse. The Canadiens talked to the Jets about Kane in the summer and during the season.…
Morning Rumors: Senators, Team Needs, Flyers and Rangers
Bruce Garrioch of the Ottawa Sun: Two sources had said that Senators GM Bryan Murray is working the phones trying to find a top four defenseman that would be able to step in right away. "I get the sense Murray…
Morning Hits: Grigorenko, Ashton, Korobov, Olesz, Cameras in Posts and Tambellini
Hope Smoke: McKenzie on TSN Radio: "I'm surprised that the NHL stepped in on the Grigorenko conditioning situation. Teams have done it in the past without incdent. Brayden Schenn comes to mind a few years back." Bill Hoppe: Grigorenko skated with…
Morning Rumors: Oilers, Panthers, Canucks, Flyers, Rangers, Leafs, Preds, Wings, Sens, Sharks and Canes
Elliotte Friedman: If the Oilers were to trade their 2014 1st round pick, they'd want a big center or a game-changing defenseman. It's thought that the Oilers had interest in Nikita Nikitin. Blue Jackets looking for speed, but it doesn't…
Morning Rumors: Erat, Bernier, Flyers, Moulson and Gardiner
Chuck Gormley of CSN Washington: (s/t Pro Hockey Talk) Capitals Martin Erat has been playing on the fourth line and averaging only 7:59 a game. When asked if he has considered asking for a trade, he said: “No, not yet.” Josh…