Rumors I: Coyotes, Leafs, Oilers, Canes, Kings, Flyers and Devils
Elliotte Friedman of Sportsnet: A couple sources say that Coyotes coach Dave Tippett has an out clause if the team is relocated and if there is an ownership change. There is a varying opinion on how much Shane Doan wanted to…
Video: MacTavish Talks Oilers, Petry, Roy and the Trade Deadline
John MacKinnon of the Edmonton Journal: Oilers GM Craig MacTavish speaking with the media today. “My assessment of our team is right now is that we’ve got and have developed a foundation over the last few years that I’m comfortable…
Rumors I: Landing Spots for Kane, Oilers, Kings, Leafs and Lightning
Mike Johnston of Sportsnet: Seven potential trade destinations for Evander Kane and potential trade chips. 1. Penguins - Kasperi Kapanen, Nick Spaling, Beau Bennett, Blake Comeau, Scott Harrington2. Ducks - Matt Beleskey, Jakob Silfverberg, Devante Smith-Pelly, Nick Ritchie, Emerson Etem,…
Trade: Predators Send Derek Roy To Oilers For Mark Arcobello
The Edmonton Oilers have traded center Mark Arcobello to the Nashville Predators for center Derek Roy. Roy had cleared waivers earlier today. The 31-year old Roy was drafted 32nd overall in the second round of the 2001 draft by the…
Rumors II: Oilers, Pens, Blues, Canes, Preds, Flyers and Rangers
Jim Matheson of the Edmonton Journal: Matheson is sure the Penguins have called the Oilers about David Perron in their search for a top-six winger. Matheson wonders if the Penguins have called UFA Ray Whitney. Have to think Martin Brodeur…
Rumors: Coaches, Oilers, Flyers, Blues, Preds, Sharks, Devils and Flames
Jim Matheson of the Edmonton Journal: If Sharks coach Todd McLellan gets fired, he won't be out of job for long. The Flyers and Maple Leafs could become possibilities if they decide to make changes as well. Possibly the Red…
Rumors II: Sharks, Maple Leafs, Stars and Pending UFA Centers
Pierre LeBrun of ESPN: The Sharks inconsistent play could put veterans Tyler Kennedy, Andrew Desjardins, Adam Burish, Scott Hannan and even goalie Antti Niemi on the trade market. They have some young players who are ready for bigger role within…
NHL News: The Predators Sign Derek Roy
Nashville Predators: The Predators have signed Derek Roy to a one-year contract worth $1 million. Predators GM David Poile on the signing. “Derek brings us added depth, playmaking ability and experience at center, helping complement our young, developing wingers,” Poile…
NHL Rumors III: Predators Options and Petry Could Still Be Traded
Josh Cooper of the Tennessean: With the loss of Mike Fisher extending into the early part of next season, it creates a hole down the middle for the Predators. They have Olli Jokinen and their youngsters (Calle Jarnkrok, Colin Wilson…
NHL Rumors II: Interesting Free Agents, Gardiner, Subban and the Senators
Kevin Allen of the USA Today: Allen looks at 10 interesting free agents that are still available: 1. Steve Ott 2. Dany Heatley 3. Martin Brodeur 4. Dustin Penner 5. Daniel Winnik 6. Brenden Morrow 7. Lee Stempniak 8. Derek…
NHL Rumors I: Arcobello over Roy, Lecavalier and Flyers Potential Lines and Pairings
David Staple of the Edmonton Journal: Craig Button and Bob Stauffer were talking about the Oilers depth down the middle. Button doesn't think Derek Roy could help the Oilers. “He can’t play,” Button said of Roy. “He can’t skate, he…
NHL Rumors II: Offers Sheets, Johansen, Del Zotto, Brodeur, Roy and the Penguins
Steve Simmons of the Toronto Sun: Simmons thinks that James Reimer should avoid salary arbitration. Shouldn't be surprised if the Leafs two assistant hires aren't internal promotions.Simmons thinks GM should get a little nasty and sign rival players to offer…