NHL News: Varlamov, Smith, Ovchinnikov, Rudwedel, Giordano, Hughes and Benn

Varlamov back in New York. DmitriOvchinnikov’s deal with the Maple Leafs. Flames welcome back Mark Giordano.

NHL News: COVID Protocol, Komarov, Hamonic, Neighbours, Lapierre, and Petrov

Crosby and Dumoulin should be out of COVID protocol soon. Komarov headed to unconditional waivers. Canucks send Hamonic to the AHL.

NHL News: Aldrich, COVID Protocol, Subban, Kravtsov, Rinne, and Rempe

Aldrich’s name was removed from the Stanley Cup. In and out of COVID protocol. Subban fined. Predators to retire Rinne’s number.

NHL News: NHLPA, COVID Protocol, Hamonic, Sabourin, and Paquette Suspended

NHLPA to be investigated. In and out of COVID protocol. Hamonic rejoins the Canucks. Sabourin to waivers. Paquette suspended.  

NHL News: COVID Protocol and Injury Updates

Six NHL players were added to the COVID protocol list. Rakell out week-to-week. Avs being cautious with Burakovsky. Perreault out two-three weeks.

NHL Rumors: Buffalo Sabres, and the Pittsburgh Penguins

Looking at the different trade tiers for the Buffalo Sabres and Pittsburgh Penguins. From the untouchables to the blockbusters to the UFAs.

NHL Injury Updates: Bruins, Flames, Kings, Canadiens, Senators, Penguins and Maple Leafs

Doesn’t sound like Grzelcyk will be out long-term. Byron left early. Stutzle expected to practice today. Pettersson out week-to-week. Thornton not day-to-day.

NHL News: Tallon, Sharks, Penguins, Coyotes, and Sabres

The NHL is investigating Dale Tallon for an alleged racial slur. Sharks and Penguins extend a player. Coyotes Brad Richardson has surgery.

NHL Rumors: Pittsburgh Penguins – Jack Johnson, Untouchable To Likely On The Move

There will be some changes coming to the Pittsburgh Penguins this offseason, but it may not involve Jack Johnson. A look at the Penguins untouchables to likely on the move.

NHL Rumors: Carolina Hurricanes, Los Angeles Kings, and the Pittsburgh Penguins

The Carolina Hurricanes looking for someone with term. The cost for Alec Martinez and some interested teams. The Pittsburgh Penguins will have some offseason goaltending decisions.

NHL Rumors: Montreal Canadiens, Pittsburgh Penguins, and the St. Louis Blues

The Canadiens may have battle CSKA to sign Alex Romanov. Penguins deep on the blue line, not so much up front. Will the Blues ‘culture’ allow them to re-sign Alex Pietrangelo at a friendly number?

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.