2015-16 Consensus NHL Power Rankings Week 16
The Washington Capitals once again sit a top our consensus NHL Power Rankings Week 16, after eight of nine first place rankings. The Chicago Blackhawks received one first place vote, with eight second place rankings. The Los Angeles Kings remain…
Rumors III: Hurricanes, Canucks, Panthers, Leafs and Blue Jackets
On the Carolina Hurricanes ... Platinum Seat Ghosts: Darren Dreger on Cam Ward: "I'm sure that he'll be available between now and the trade deadline, provided that's he's healthy." Platinum Seat Ghosts: Dreger on Jeff Skinner: "If the right offer were to…
Rumors IV: Lightning, Preds, Habs, Bruins, Kings and More
TSNs Insider Trading: Bob McKenzie: Upwards of twelve teams have had significant talks with the Tampa Bay Lightning about Jonathan Drouin. GM Steve Yzerman could narrow it down to one or two offers soon (24-72 hours), or he'll slow play…
2015-16 Consensus NHL Power Rankings Week 15
The Chicago Blackhawks narrowed the gap this week, but fell just short in overtaking the Washington Capitals in our consensus NHL Power Rankings Week 15. The top five has the same teams as last week, but the Los Angeles Kings…
Rumors III: Canadiens, Penguins, Leafs and Lightning
Hockey Central at Noon panel discusses if the Montreal Canadiens need to make a major trade to shake things up. Damien Cox of Sportsnet: Jonathan Drouin only scored two goals in 19 games with the Tampa Bay Lightning, and hasn't…
Rumors III: Jonathan Drouin Update … Canadiens Pushing?
On Jonathan Drouin ... Brian Wilde: Source confirming that the Canadiens are making a huge push today for Jonathan Drouin. They are putting a bigger offer on the table for him. Bob McKenzie: The Canadiens are one of a handful…
Rumors II: Wild, Islanders and Blue Jackets
On the Minnesota Wild ... Michael Russo of the Star Tribune: The Wild's scouting meetings ended before Saturday's game against the Predators. No trades appear imminent for the Wild. “You can’t overreact and force trades,” Fletcher said by phone as…
Rumors II: Ducks, Leafs, Oilers, Lightning and More
Sportsnet Headlines Damien Cox: Some teams were surprised that the Penguins were willing to take Carl Hagelin because he has three years left on his deal. Some are wondering if the Ducks are setting themselves up to get Jonathan Drouin.…
Rumors III: Capitals, Blue Jackets and Jets
On the Washington Capitals ... Andy Strickland: Justin Peters, playing with Hershey in the AHL, has been given permission to seek a trade. On the Columbus Blue Jackets ... Andy Strickland: Defenseman Jan Hejda had been on a tryout with…
Rumors IV: Rangers, Oilers, Maple Leafs, and Kings
On the New York Rangers ... Larry Brooks of the NY Post: The Rangers use of Keith Yandle of late may be an indication that they are not interested in re-signing the pending free agent. The Rangers gave up a…
Injuries: Penguins, Canucks, Blues, Sharks and More
On the Pittsburgh Penguins ... Jonathan Bombulie of the Pittsburgh Tribune Review: Nick Bonino suffered an upper-body injury on Tuesday night and returned to Pittsburgh yesterday for further evaluation. Bombulie is speculating that it could be weeks over days. The…
2015-16 Consensus NHL Power Rankings Week 14
The Washington Capitals remain a top our consensus NHL Power Rankings Week 14 after receiving seven or eight first place rankings by the media outlets. The Chicago Blackhawks moved up from fifth to second place this week. The Florida Panthers…