Rumors IV: Capitals and Wild
Chuck Gormley of CSN Washington: Pending UFA Joel Ward's agent said there haven't been any contract talks with the Capitals since February, but is still hoping they can work out a deal. “Joel would like to return to Washington,” Peter…
Rumors IV: Wild and Flyers
Michael Russo of the Star Tribune: If the Wild buyout Niklas Backstrom, they'll have about $11 million in cap space with only 15 players under contract, which doesn't include Devan Dubnyk. The Wild have some veterans that have contracts that…
Rumors: Sharks, Leafs, Flames, Cap, Sabres, Kings, Sens and Wild
Damien Cox of Sportsnet: There currently is a truce between Joe Thornton and GM Doug Wilson, but can't see how this continues beyond this season. With a no-trade clause in hand, it's hard to see how Wilson can win this.…
Rumors II: Flames, Panthers, Sens, Wild, Avs and Leafs
Luke Fox of Sportsnet: Flames GM Brad Treliving won't move their young assets for a playoff run this season. The Panthers could look to obtain someone to help them get into the playoffs.Senators GM Bryan Murray shooting down the Craig Anderson trade…
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…
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…
Quick Hits: Leafs, Trophies and Starting Goalies
Jonas Siegel: The Maple Leafs have recalled Josh Leivo on an emergency basis, stemming from Daniel Winnik's injury. His status is still unknown. Mike Brophy: Maple Leafs Phil Kessel and Daniel Winnik are not at their morning skate. Pierre LeBrun of…
Quick Hits: Coburn, Lombardi, Sabres, Kostka and Starting Goalies
Dave Isaac: Flyers GM Ron Hextall now has word that defenseman Braydon Coburn may only be out days and not weeks like originally thought. Andrew Gross: The Rangers confirm that center Matthew Lombardi will be put on unconditional waivers. Larry…
Morning Hits: Wild, Jackets, Flyers, Stars, Penguins and Wings
Bob McKenzie: Wild's Josh Harding was suspended by the team because his fractured ankle was not a hockey-related injury. Harding is out indefinitely, and as long as he's out, he won't be paid by the Wild, nor will he count…
Rumors IV: Ellis, Kuemper, Schwartz, Eakin, Dillon and Krug
Craig Custance: Negotiations between RFA Ryan Ellis and the Predators are not going anywhere. Will likely miss the start of camp. The Predators don't want to trade him, but if this situations drags out .... Michael Russo: Wild GM Chuck…
Quick Hits: Red Wings, Wild, Devils, Blues, Oilers and Ducks
Helene St. James: Daniel Alfredsson is seeing a back specialists and definitely won't be at the start the Red Wings training camp. Michael Russo of the Star Tribune: Wild goalie Josh Harding will miss the start of training camp due…
Rumors I: Johansen, Ryan, Kuemper, Brodeur, DeKeyser and Ellis
Aaron Portzline of the Columbus Dispatch: Blue Jackets GM Jarmo Kekalainen questions Ryan Johansen's agent Kurt Overhardt motivation. “Our success is going to come from being a team, not a bunch of individuals or stars, or whatever,” Kekalainen said during…