Tag: Chicago Blackhawks

Rumor X: Hawks, Rangers, Jets, Caps, Canes, Ducks, Wings and Kings

Pierre LeBrun of ESPN: Antoine Vermette isn't the only option for the Blackhawks, who have already made a bunch of calls and are pro-active on several fronts. The Jets and Rangers may also be keeping an eye on Vermette. The…

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Trade: Maple Leafs-Blackhawks Make Minor League Deal

The Toronto Maple Leafs have traded forward Spencer Abbott to the Chicago Blackhawks for defenseman T.J. Brennan. The 26-year old, 5' 9" Abbott went undrafted. The 25-year old was drafted 31st overall in the second round of the 2007 draft…

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Injuries: Giordano, Zetterberg, Kane, Phaneuf And Many More

Derek Willis: Flames coach Bob Hartley said that Mark Giordano is still being evaluated and hasn't been ruled out for tomorrow. Ted Kulfan: Red Wings Henrik Zetterberg skating for the first time since Saturday. Andy Strickland: Some doctors feel that…

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Rumors VIII: Penguins, Jackets, Caps, Bruins, Rangers and Blackhawks

Rob Rossi of the Pittsburgh Tribune Review: The Penguins still need to add a second-pairing defenseman to play with Christian Ehrhoff.  They  also need that cushion of a second-pairing Dmen as Ehrhoff just returned from a concussion. The Penguins could…

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Rumors VII: Coyotes, Stars, Leafs, Pens, Hawks, Kings and Caps

Andy Strickland: With Coyotes defenseman Zbynek Michalek believed to have a concussion, have been told that a trade involving him would likely have to involve a games played or playoff round condition. Andy Strickland: Coyotes GM Don Maloney may not…

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Rumors II: Blackhawks Edition – Possible Kane Replacements

Mark Spector: With Patrick Kane going on the LTIR, the Blackhawks have the equivalent of $7.5 million in cap space at the dealdine. Kevin Allen of USA Today: Eight forward targets for the Blackhawks to replace Patrick Kane. 1. Antoine…

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Rumors and Video – Darren Dreger on NHL Network

Darren Dreger on NHL Network on Jaromir Jagr, Patrick Kane, Boston Bruins, James Wisniewski and Matt O'Connor.

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Rumors XI: Blackhawks, Jets, Rangers, Wild and Coyotes

Pierre LeBrun of ESPN: The Blackhawks now hope to make a trade or two, and are among the teams interested in Antoine Vermette. The Jets, Rangers and a few others are also interested in Vermette. The Blackhawks have a list…

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Injuries: Kane out 12 weeks, Miller 4-6 weeks, Plus Lots of Updates

Mark Lazerus: Blackhawks Patrick Kane will be out 12 weeks after breaking his left clavicle. Chris Kuc: The Blackhawks put Patrick Kane on the LTIR and recall Teuvo Teravainen. Iain MacIntyre: Canucks Ryan Miller will be out four to six…

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Rumors and Video: Petry, Caps, Jagr, Letestu and Flyers Talk

The Fourth Period: The Oilers continue to listen to offers for defenseman Jeff Petry. The Kings, Lightning and Blackhawks recently scouted the Oilers and have been linked to Petry. The Red Wings, Bruins, Penguins and Ducks have all considered him.…

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Rumors IX: Wisniewski’s List, Vermette and Friedman’s Thoughts

Aaron Portzline: Have been told that James Wisniewski's list of 10 no-trade teams was created in a way to make it difficult for the Blue Jackets to trade him. On the list are teams that have no salary cap room…

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Rumors IV: Sharks, Leafs, Pens, Lightning, Islanders and Flames

Curtis Pashelka of the San Jose Mercury News: Sharks players are trying to ignore the rumors as they are out of their control. Reports that Sharks are offering up Tyler Kennedy, Andrew Desjardins, James Sheppard and Tye McGinn. Antti Niemi…

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