NHL Rumors: Minnesota Wild and the Edmonton Oilers
On the Minnesota Wild ... Michael Russo: The Wild assigned defenseman Kyle Quincey to the AHL as they continue to try and trade him. He carries an NHL salary cap hit of $1.25 million, but while in the AHL he'll count…
NHL Rumors: Penguins, Maple Leafs, Capitals, Oilers and Blues
On the Pittsburgh Penguins, Toronto Maple Leafs, Washinton Capitals, Edmonton Oilers and St. Louis Blues ... Elliotte Friedman of Sportsnet: It's difficult not to see the Penguins moving Ian Cole at some point, but it won't be until GM Rutherford…
NHL Rumors: Scouting, Avalanche and the Golden Knights
On Scouting the Ottawa Senators and Detroit Red Wings game ... Bruce Garrioch: There were 22 scouts from 20 teams listed to attend the Senators-Red Wings game. There are 11 other games tonight ... It seems like something is brewing.…
NHL Rumors: Senators, Maple Leafs, Avs, Golden Knights, Red Wings, Jets and Islanders
On the Ottawa Senators ... Bruce Garrioch: Forward Kyle Turris wouldn't comment on his pending free agency after this season. Focusing on hockey and leaving the talks up to his agent. Don Brennan: Turris said that he hasn't requested a…
NHL Rumros: Red Wings, Canucks, Golden Knights and Maple Leafs
On the Detroit Red Wings ... Bob McKenzie: Red Wings restricted free agent forward Andreas Athanasiou flew to Switzerland last night and will start skating with Lugano. John Shannon: Confirm that Athanasiou left Toronto last night at 8 pm. Aivis…
NHL Trade: Vegas Golden Knights Trade Calvin Pickard To The Toronto Maple Leafs
The Toronto Maple Leafs acquired goaltender Calvin Pickard from the Vegas Golden Knights for Tobias Lindberg and a 2018 6th round pick. The 25-year old Pickard was drafted 49th overall in the second round of the 2010 draft by the…
NHL Rumors: Vegas Golden Knights and Tampa Bay Lightning
On the Vegas Golden Knights ... Bob McKenzie: (before Calvin Pickard was placed on waivers) Nothing may be imminent, but the Golden Knights may be in trade mode. They could move a goaltender (Pickard) and a defenseman. Bob McKenzie: Would…
NHL News: Waivers, Bruins, Sens, Flames, Islanders, Jackets, Ducks, Wild and Coyotes
On Waivers ... Elliotte Friedman: Players put on waivers yesterday: Martin Marincin - Toronto Maple Leafs and Calvin Pickard - Vegas Golden Knights. Chris Johnston: If Marincin went unclaimed and assigned to the AHL, he would still count $200,000 against…
Pacific Division: Vegas Golden Knights Season Outlook
Forwards Playmaker Jonathan Marchessault led the 2016-17 Panthers with 30 goals, finishing third on Florida with 51 points. He should contribute to the Knights’ top man-advantage unit and, on an expiring contract, be extra motivated. One major Vegas wildcard is…
NHL Rumors: Vrbata, Flyers, Islanders and Tavares
On Radim Vrbata ... Craig Morgan: Free agent winger Radim Vrbata could still be a possibility for the Coyotes. Vrbata's camp would like some clarity by July 1st and will be considering offers this week rather than waiting. Pierre LeBrun:…
NHL Rumors: Kings, Senators, Predators, Bruins and Flyers
On the Los Angeles Kings ... John Hoven: Word is the Golden Knights are wanting a first round pick from the Kings to take Dustin Brown. On the Ottawa Senators ... Darren Dreger: When the Maple Leafs were trying to…
NHL Expansion Draft: Colorado Avalanche Primer
Colorado, with a historically bad season in their rearview mirror faces a dilemma regarding Francois Beauchemin that critically impacts their strategy. Buying out the declining defenseman, or convincing him to waive his no movement clause, would count Beauchemin as exposed…