Tag: Brock Nelson

Stanley Cup Playoffs: Islander Can’t Afford to Keep Squandering Chances Against Lightning

A couple of mistakes and not being able to capitalize on the power play has the New York Islanders down two games to nothing against the Tampa Bay Lightning.

Chris Wassel

NHL News: Scores, Today’s Game, Jack Adams, Stars, Bonus Overages, Point Injured, and Nelson Takes Two Hits

Lightning take Game 2 but it comes a cost as Brayden Point misses about half of the game. Bruce Cassidy wins the Jack Adams Award. Ben Bishop practices.

Mark Easson

NHL News: Wild, Blue Jackets, Maple Leafs, Blackhawks, Coyotes and Islanders

Sarah McLellan:  Minnesota Wild defenseman Ryan Suter could not play on Friday night due to an undisclosed injury against the Vancouver Canucks. At first, it was reported to be a game-time decision but clearly he could not go. Chris Johnston: …

Chris Wassel

NHL Gold & Mold: Mike Babcock’s Firing, Bill Peters’ Inevitable Following Act, and the Scratching Of Kyle Turris

A look back at some of the good things that went on during the past week in the NHL, and few that didn't go so well.

Featurd Writer

NHL Rumors: Minnesota Wild GM Paul Fenton On Their Offseason

Teams continue to call the Minnesota Wild about forward Jason Zucker. The Wild hope to sign defenseman Jared Spurgeon to a contract extension this offseason.

Mark Easson

Into The 2019 NHL Unrestricted Free Agent Class: Ryan Dzingel

Unrestricted free agency starts on July 1st. The 2019 class possesses some interesting wrinkles. However, some players stand to make more money and some may take a little less than expected. That is the nature of the business. One of…

Chris Wassel

NHL Rumors: Toronto Maple Leafs, and the New York Islanders

The Toronto Maple Leafs could look to move Nazem Kadri to clear salary cap space. The New York Islanders have some more UFAs to try and re-sign after locking up Brock Nelson.

Mark Easson

NHL Rumors: Maple Leafs, Avalanche, Islanders and the Golden Knights

Toronto Maple Leafs and Mitch Marner talks have started. Contract talks between the NY Islanders and Anders Lee are ongoing. Robin Lehner talks will pick up soon.

Mark Easson

Quick Hits: Dunn Back On The Ice, Coaching Notes and Player Signings

Blues defenseman Vince Dunn back on the ice. The Ottawa Senators hire D.J. Smith as their next coach. The Islanders signed Brock Nelson to a six-year contract extension.

Mark Easson

NHL Rumors: Stars, Flyers, Golden Knights, And The Maple Leafs

Dallas Stars focusing on Mats Zuccarello. The Philadelphia Flyers could use a No. 2 center. Would Nazem Kadri be an option? Would the Leafs be interested in Colin Miller?

Mark Easson

NHL Rumors: Montreal Canadiens – Need For A Top-Four Dman And A Top-Six Foward

The Canadiens desperately need a top-four defenseman Eric Engels of Sportsnet: The Montreal Canadiens desperately need another top-four defenseman - one that is left-handed and can play on the power play. It's something that GM Marc Bergevin may need to…

Mark Easson

NHL Rumors: Sabres, Sens, Wild, Knights, Avs, Jets, Canucks, Preds and More

Golden Knights could be trade interest in Colin Miller and Jonathan Marchessault. Minnesota Wild have a couple of trade options. Much more in a 31 thoughts rumor roundup.

Mark Easson