Tag: Derek Stepan

NHL Rumors: Corey Crawford, Dallas Stars, and the Arizona Coyotes

Corey Crawford doesn't plan on being a backup. Dallas Stars committed to their coaches. It's possible, but unlikely the Coyotes would move Hall ... An extension could mean a corresponding move this offseason

Mark Easson

NHL Injury Updates: Coyotes, Blackhawks, Avalanche, Canadiens, Devils, Senators, Flyers, Golden Knights, and Jets

Antti Raanta and Derek Stepan leave practice early. Brendan Gallagher traveled with the team. Jack Hughes out. Golden Knights injury updates.

Mark Easson

NHL Injury updates: Coyotes, Bruins, Sabres, Blue Jackets, Red Wings, Flyers, Blues, Sharks, and Jets

Niklas Hjalmarsson close to practicing. Joonas Korpisalo could be out long-term. Mathieu Perreault could be ready for Tuesday.

Mark Easson

Will the Coyotes Make Offseason Moves To Bolster Their Scoring?

As the calendar on the NHL's 2018-19 season flipped to January, the Arizona Coyotes found themselves uncomfortably close to the bottom of the standings. With 17 wins and 36 points in 39 games, the Desert Dogs were just two points…

Lyle Richardson

NHL Rumors: Vancouver Canucks, and the Arizona Coyotes

The Canucks have some holes to fill ... Hughes and the expansion draft Ed Willes of the Vancouver Province: The Vancouver Canucks are lacking in five or six spots and need to fill before they can be taken seriously. Their lack…

Mark Easson

NHL Injuries: Ducks, Coyotes, Hurricanes, Predators, Devils, and Sharks

Gibson returns Eric Stephens: Anaheim Ducks goaltender John Gibson was back in the net last night. Forward Ryan Getzlaf is skating but wasn't able to go. Stepan out four to six weeks Craig Morgan: Arizona Coyotes coach Rick Tocchet said…

Mark Easson

Forward Options for the Arizona Coyotes

The Arizona Coyotes entered this season looking to avoid a repeat of the poor start that doomed their playoff hopes in 2017-18. It took them 12 games before they finally got their first victory last season, edging the Philadelphia Flyers 4-3…

Lyle Richardson

NHL News and Notes: Panthers, Devils, Coyotes, and Predators

Panthers bring in Letestu on a PTO Florida Panthers: Panthers GM Dale Talon announced yesterday that they signed center Mark Letestu to a PTO. The 33-year old forward recorded 23 points in 80 games with the Columbus Blue Jackets and…

Mark Easson

Western Conference News: Ducks, Coyotes, Flames, Kings, Sharks, and Jets

On the Anaheim Ducks ... Lisa Dillman: If defenseman Kevin Bieksa continues to progress, he could be ready for Game 1 according to Randy Carlyle. Lisa Dillman of NHL.com: Goaltender John Gibson practiced yesterday for the first time since suffering an upper-body…

Mark Easson

NHL Rumors: Arizona Coyotes – Ekman-Larsson, Capitals, and a Need For A No. 1.

On the Washington Capitals ...  Brian McNally: There has been no indication that the Arizona Coyotes are taking offers on defenseman Oliver Ekman-Larsson. He'd be great add for a bunch of teams, including the Capitals. If the Coyotes were interested…

Mark Easson

Pacific Division: Arizona Coyotes Season Outlook

Arizona Coyotes 2017-18 Outlook Forwards   If it wasn’t obvious last year, Shane Doan’s departure officially signaled it’s time for the young players to step up. Arizona’s returning treasure trove of youth begins with forwards Christian Dvorak and Max Domi.…

Kevin Wickersham

NHL Rumors: Boston Bruins, Top 10 UFAs and the New York Rangers

On the Boston Bruins ... Kevin Paul Dupont: If the Bruins and Ryan Spooner have the salary set through arbitration, the Bruins could look at the second buyout window and winger Matt Beleskey could be vulnerable. Kevin Paul Dupont: If…

Mark Easson