Morning Hits: Nill, Nieuwendyk, Malone, Flames, Neuvirth, Ducks, Luongo, Jets and Sabres
Pierre LeBrun of ESPN: Sources saying that Red Wings assistant GM Jim Nill will replace GM Joe Nieuwendyk in Dallas. Andy Strickland: Confirms reports that Nill will replace Nieuwendyk. Erik Erlendsson: Erlendsson doesn't see the Lightning buying out Ryan Malone…
Morning Hits: Hecht, Miller, Babcock, Stars, Atkinson, Nichushkin, Skinner and Clarkson
John Vogl of the Buffalo News: Sabres Jochen Hecht retired from the NHL last night. "It’s best for everybody to start a new life. It’s been a lot of fun. I’ve got some great memories. I lived here and loved this…
Morning Hits: Stars offseason, Miller lists townhouse, Oilers could make several moves this offseason and Forsberg to AHL
Mike Heika of the Dallas Morning News: (from a chat) Heika thinks the Stars could look at a right handed center in the draft or on the right wing. Elias Lindholm will likely be gone by the time they pick.…
Roster and Goalie Notes: Crosby, Ward, Devils, Leafs, Hurricanes, Capitals and Sabres
Shelly Anderson: Anderson is hearing Sidney Crosby's jaw may not be healing fast enough for him to start playing before the playoffs. Stephen Whyno: Capitals Joel Ward didn't skate again today. Adam Oates gave no update on his status. Tom…
Roster and Goalie Notes: Horton, Karlsson, Pens, Kane, Oilers, Canucks, Sharks and Starting Goalies
Joe Haggerty: Bruins Nathan Horton won't travel with the team due to an upper-body injury he sustained in the fight with Jarome Iginla. Ian Mendes: Unlikely that Senators Erik Karlsson is in the lineup tonight. Will DePaoli: Penguins Kris Letang…
Morning Hits: The Avalanche, Miller’s time over in Buffalo? UFAs Brunner and Jones
Adrian Dater of the Denver Post: Dater thinks that the Avalanche will have to trade one of their centers at some point. Paul Stastny and Ryan O'Reilly are likely the two they'll consider trading. O'Reilly can't be moved until Feb.…
Video: Bruins-Sabres National Anthem
I'm sure most people have already watched the National Anthem being sung at the Boston Bruins game, but if you missed it or want to watch it again, here it is:
Morning Hits: 6 outdoor games, Oilers rumors, Sakic, Sabres, Briere, Datsyuk, Olympics and Laganiere
TSN: The NHL is planning on having 6 outdoor games next season. Things could change and details still need to be worked out, but the proposed dates and teams are: Jan. 1st - Maple Leafs and Red Wings at Michigan…
Morning Hits: Garrioch roundup, top UFAs, Soderberg and Clarkson
Bruce Garrioch of the Ottawa Sun: Garrioch lists some buyout candidates: 1. Ilya Bryzgalov (PHI) - $23 million spread out over 14 years. 2. Roberto Luongo (VAN) - $27 million and on the Canucks payroll until 2031. 3. Brad Richards (NYR)…
Injury Notes: Myers, Lupul, Grabovski, Erat, Briere, Bergeron, Crosby, Letang and Martin
From twitter unless otherwise noted Bill Hoppe: Sabres defenseman Tyler Myers broke his leg Thursday night and is out for the season. Paul Hendrick: Maple Leafs Joffrey Lupul isn't cleared for contact yet. He might be ready to go next…
Morning Hits: Smith, Howard, Goalie trade market, Forsberg and Briere
David Pagnotta: Coyotes GM Don Maloney said that serious contract negotiations with Mike Smith won't happen until their ownership situation is settled. Carlos Monarrez of the Detroit Free Press: The Red Wings and Jimmy Howard have basically agreed on a six-year…
Quick Hits: Soderberg, Mason and Ott
From twitter unless otherwise noted Kirk Luedeke: It's looking like Carl Soderberg has a deal in place with the Bruins and is working on his release from his Swedish team. Two of three things may have happened yesterday, he signed…