NHL Rumors: Oilers, Blue Jackets, Panthers, Jets, and Ducks
The Oilers could use a third-line center. Could the Columbus Blue Jackets look at offer sheeting Mikko Rantanen? There are some defenseman available, with a few teams looking to add.
NHL Rumors: Washington Capitals and the Columbus Blue Jackets
The Washington Capitals free up some cash to attempt to sign free agents. With the likelihood of some free agents leaving, the Columbus Blue Jackets have some depth on the blue line that they could use to help fill some…
NHL News: Ducks, Coyotes, Jackets, Wild, Canadiens, Devils, Isles, Sens, Leafs, Canucks and Capitals
On the Anaheim Ducks ... John Shannon: Defenseman Kevin Bieksa had surgery on his hand to remove scar tissue and he'll be out the lineup for two to five weeks. On the Arizona Coyotes ... Craig Morgan: Coach Rick Tocchet…
Eastern Conference News: Sabres, Blue Jackets, Rangers, Senators, Lightning, Maple Leafs, and Playoff Races
On the Buffalo Sabres ... Sabres PR: The Sabres have recalled forward Justin Bailey from the AHL. Amy Moritz of the Buffalo News: Forward Jack Eichel was doing extra skating yesterday, working on his conditioning and skills. He won't be…
Eastern Conference News: Jackets, Wings, Canadiens, Senators, Flyers, Penguins and Capitals
On the Columbus Blue Jackets ... Blue Jackets PR: Defenseman Dean Kukan is expected to be out for four weeks with an upper-body injury that he suffered over the weekend. On the Detroit Red Wings ... Helene St. James: Defenseman…
NHL News: Sabres, Flames, Capitals, Avs, Jackets, Habs, Isles, Flyers, Sharks, Blues, Lightning, and Knights
On the Buffalo Sabres ... Mike Harrington: Goaltender Robin Lehner is day-to-day with a lower-body injury. On the Calgary Flames ... Craig Morgan: There is still no timetable on Mike Smith's return. On the Chicago Blackhawks and Washington Capitals ...…
NHL News: Flames, Avs, Jackets, Stars, Wings, Devils, Pens, Sharks, and Leafs
On the Calgary Flames ... Wes Gilbertson: Winger Kris Versteeg (hip surgery) was skate early at the Saddledome. He was stickhanding, shooting, and moving around pretty well. Roger Millions: Versteeg will still need to get clearance from his surgeon to ramp…
Eastern Conference News: Bruins, Hurricanes, Blue Jackets, Islanders, Flyers, Lightning, and Capitals
On the Boston Bruins ... Fluto Shinzawa: Forward Patrice Bergeron required several stitches on his right knee. On the Carolina Hurricanes ... Michael Smith: Forward Sebastian Aho has been listed as day-to-day with a lower-body injury. On the Columbus Blue…
Eastern Conference News: Sabres, Hurricanes, Blue Jackets, Rangers, Senators, and Maple Leafs
On the Buffalo Sabres ... Mike Harrington: The Sabres assign defenseman Taylor Fedun to the AHL. Fedun must be ready/close to being able to play. On the Carolina Hurricanes ... Michael Smith: Coach Bill Peters said that forward Marcus Kruger…
Eastern Conference News: Bruins, Hurricanes, Blue Jackets, Canadiens and Maple Leafs
On the Boston Bruins ... Boston Bruins: The Bruins have sent forward Anders Bjork to the AHL. On the Carolina Hurricanes ... Michael Smith: Coach Bill Peters on Lucas Wallmark: "He's sore and doubtful for tomorrow." Wallmark took a skate…
NHL News: Coyotes, Blue Jackets, Devils, Senators and Johnny Bower
On the Arizona Coyotes ... NHL Player Safety: Coyotes forward Zac Rinaldo has waived his right to have an in-person hearing and will have a phone hearing today. On the Columbus Blue Jackets ... Columbus Blue Jackets: Forward Tyler Motte…
NHL Free Agents: Signings By The Flyers, Blue Jackets and Islanders
On the Philadelphia Flyers ... Cap Friendly: The Flyers signed Shayne Gostisbehere to a six-year, $4.5 million contract extension. NHL Numbers: Gostisbehere's $4.5 million cap hit ranks him 49th among defensemen - tied with Jason Demers, Anton Stralman and Nikita…