Tag: Chicago Blackhawks

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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Injuries: Zetterberg, Krejci, Campbell, Phaneuf, Kane and More

Ansar Khan: Red Wings Henrik Zetterberg said that he's still having headaches and concussion symptoms (not calling it a concussion). They are not sure when he can return. Boston Bruins: David Krejci: "I know they said 4-6 weeks but I’m going…

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Rumors VI: Devils, Hawks, Jackets, Habs, Pens, Sens and Handzus

Tom Gulitti: Devils GM Lou Lamoriello won't talk about his deadline plans. “That's something that is not even on the agenda tonight,” he said. “Right now, we're just trying to feel good about the win.” Players say they are not…

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Rumors III: Hurricanes, Penguins and Flames

Pierre LeBrun of ESPN: There is no plan for the Hurricanes to trade either Jordan or Eric Staal at the moment. A source said that GM Ron Francis called Jordan on Sunday to let him know that a potential trade…

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