Tag: Cam Ward

Rumors II: Wild, Hurricanes, Kings, Senators and Babcock

The Fourth Period: Wild GM Chuck Fletcher is still looking for goaltending help and he could extend his search to the Eastern Conference. The Wild could consider Maple Leafs James Reimer, who has one-year left on his deal. The Wild…

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Rumors I: East Trade Candidates, Hurricanes, Sens and Brodeur

Allan Muir of SI: Potential trade candidates from Eastern Conference teams.Sabres: Jhonas Enroth, Michal Neuvirth, Drew Stafford, Torrey Mitchell and Chris Stewart. Hurricanes: Cam Ward, Andrej Sekera and Jiri Tlusty Devils: Jaromir Jagr, Marek Zidlicky, Martin Havlat, Steve Bernier, Michael…

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Rumors: Leafs, Flyers and Oilers

Mark Zwolinski of the Toronto Star: The Maple Leafs haven't confirmed any of the trade chatter that is out there. Unidentified teams are interested in Dion Phaneuf and Phil Kessel.The Stars are interested in Joffrey Lupul. Ryan O'Reilly could be…

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Rumors II: Pens, Coyotes, Rangers, Habs, Hurricanes and Avs

Jim Matheson of the Edmonton Journal: The Penguins will definitely be looking for a rental at the trade deadline now that Olli Maatta is done for the season. Would think that Pens GM Jim Rutherford would be interested in Hurricanes…

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Rumors III: Friedman 30 Thought Roundup

Elliotte Friedman of Sportsnet: The Kings have already locked up Alec Martinez and Jake Muzzin. They are trying to get a deal done with Justin Williams, and will also have to deal with Kyle Clifford, Martin Jones, Tanner Pearson, Jarret…

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Rumors I: Oilers, Flames, Avalanche, Hurricanes and Wild

Jim Matheson of the Edmonton Journal: Oilers defenseman Jeff Petry is a pending UFA and if there is no traction on a long-term deal soon, he'll likely be traded by the deadline. The Red Wings and Penguins are among the…

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Rumors I: Senators, Wild, Leafs and Canadiens

Bruce Garrioch of the Ottawa Sun: Senators GM Bryan Murray said he'd like to add a top-six forward. They are in a "wait-and-see" mode as they are eight points out of the playoffs. "We have to give it a little…

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Rumors II: Oilers, Hurricanes, Leafs, Kings, Coyotes and Avs

Derek Van Diest of the Edmonton Sun: If the Oilers don't think Jeff Petry is part of their future, they could look to move him by the deadline. “This is the first time I’ve been in this position,” he said…

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Rumors II: Isles, Wild, Avs, Canes, Blue Jackets, Leafs and Sabres

Dan Rosen of NHL.com: (mailbag) The Islanders may not need to acquire someone at the deadline, but it wouldn't be a surprise if they were active. GM Garth Snow isn't afraid to improve his team, and has the assets in…

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Rumors II: Devils, Wild, Hurricanes, Flyers and Oilers

Rich Chere of NJ.com: Devils Patrik Elias thinks some current players could be dealt to teams looking to make a Cup run, but he doesn't want to be one of them. “I think there are guys who could help some other…

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Rumors: Bruins, Lightning, Wild, Maple Leafs and Kings

Fluto Shinzawa of the Boston Globe: Bruins Milan Lucic has one year left on his deal, with a $6 million cap hit. He's been inconsistent this season. The Bruins will have to decide this they'll want to extend him or…

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Rumors II: Hurricanes, Wings, Sabres, Stars, Caps, Oilers and Blues

Luke DeCock of the Raleigh News & Observer: The trading of Jay Harrison could be the first of many for the Hurricanes. Cam Ward's improved play could have teams calling. DeCock wonders though if they would better off keeping him. Andrej…

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