Tag: Edmonton Oilers

NHL Injuries: Rangers, Devils, Stars, Oilers and More

On the New York Rangers ... Brett Cyrgalis of the NY Post: Coach Alain Vigneault continues to say that Henrik Lundqvist is day-to-day and isn't ruling him out for Sunday's game. “He’s getting evaluated ,” Vigneault said after backup Antti…

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NHL Power Rankings: 2015-16 Consensus Week 21

Surprise, surprise, the Washington Capitals are still the top ranked team in our consensus NHL power rankings for week 21. The next three teams remain the same as week - the Chicago Blackhawks, Anaheim Ducks and St. Louis Blues. The…

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NHL Rumors: Oilers, Habs, Blues, Red Wings and Lightning

On the Edmonton Oilers, Montreal Canadiens, St. Louis Blues, Detroit Red Wings and the Tampa Bay Lightning ... Pierre LeBrun of ESPN: LeBrun looks ahead to the offseason and a few teams who could be looking to make some moves.…

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NHL Rumors: Ducks, Panthers, Canadiens and Oilers

On the Anaheim Ducks ... Eric Stephens of the OC Register: There were reports that Sami Vatanen is looking for a six year contract extension worth $6 million a season, something the Ducks have strongly denied. GM Bob Murray will…

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NHL Rumors: Lightning, Sens, Hawks, Canucks, Oilers and More

Friedman 30 Thought rumor roundup ... Elliotte Friedman of Sportsnet: Wonder if the Lightning will try to "toll" Jonathan Drouin's contract -extending his contract for another season as he left the team). Drouin was on their NHL roster for 38…

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Videos: Chiarelli and Murray Talk Deadline Day

On the Edmonton Oilers ... Dan Barnes of the Edmonton Journal: Oilers GM Peter Chiarelli “There was two other things that we got to the point where it was a yay or nay, and as I’ve said three or four…

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NHL Rumors: Hawks, Stars, Canucks, Avs, Oilers and More

On the Chicago Blackhawks ... Bryan Bickell's agent is "optimistic" about a trade, but understands it's "not simple to get done" because of next season's potential cap. — Scott Powers (@ByScottPowers) February 29, 2016 On the Dallas Stars ... Stars…

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NHL Rumors: Islanders, Ducks, Senators and Panthers

On the New York Islanders ... #Isles are not shopping Kyle Okposo. Haven't changed course on that with the deadline approaching. 4 1/2 hrs left to find some forward help. — Arthur Staple (@StapeNewsday) February 29, 2016 On the Anaheim…

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NHL Rumors: Bruins, Oilers, Sabres, Flyers, Islanders and More

On the Boston Bruins ... Boston Bruins: Don Sweeney: "If we have the assets to acquire certain players that will give us a boost, that’s what we’ll try to do." Zack Cox: Sweeney said that he hasn't asked any player to…

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NHL Rumors: Hartnell, Pirri, Streit, Eberle and More

On the Columbus Blue Jackets and Nashville Predators ... McKenzie:"I would go so far as to say that Columbus doesn't view Colin Wilson as a primary target if they're going to trade Scott Hartnell." — Chris Nichols (@NicholsOnHockey) February 29,…

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NHL Rumors: Maple Leafs, Islanders and Yakupov

On the Toronto Maple Leafs ... Jeff Simmons of Sportsnet: Chris Johnston was on Sportsnet 590 on P.A. Parenteau. "It's pretty strong," Johnston said of Paranteau's market. "He'll get the Leafs a second-round pick. He's played very well. He's made…

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NHL Rumors: Lightning, Ducks, Drouin and Vatanen

On the Tampa Bay Lightning ... Pierre LeBrun: Think the Lightning will look at the rental market for the right price.  They won't give up a first round pick. Pierre LeBrun: The Lightning could use a winger and a right-handed…

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