NHL News: Ekman-Larsson, Waivers, Brook, Karlsson and Wilson
On the Arizona Coyotes ... Sarah McLellan of the Arizona Republic: Coyotes defenseman Oliver Ekman-Larsson left last night's game in overtime with a lower-body injury after falling awkwardly near the boards. He will be re-evaluated today. “I’ve seen sometimes they’re…
NHL News: Bruins, Jets, Sens, Jackets, Wild, Stars, Leafs, Ducks, Flames and Rangers
On the Boston Bruins and David Pastrnak ... Darren Dreger: The Boston Bruins and David Pastrnak agreed on a six-year contract worth $40 million, a $6.667 million salary cap hit. Chris Johnston: "David Pastrnak's deal comes in just under the…
NHL News and Notes: Trade Deadline, Draft Age, Sharks, Devils, Oilers, Predators and Senators
On the NHL trade deadline ... Renaud Lavoie: The NHL announced the NHL trade deadline will be on Monday, February 26th, 2018. On the NHL draft age ... Darren Dreger: There is talk once again about raising the NHL draft…
NHL Draft: Top 2018 NHL Draft Prospects – Defensemen
With the World Junior Summer Showcase recently ended and the Ivan Hlinka Tournament in progress, NHL prospect talk has picked up. Now an apt time to examine some of the top candidates for early selection in the 2018 NHL Entry…
NHL Rumors: Arizona Coyotes and the Ottawa Senators
On the Arizona Coyotes ... Craig Morgan of Arizona Sports: The Coyotes are expected to name at least one assistant coach next week. Source said that Teppo Numminen is not one of their candidates despite rumors. “We’re getting further down…
NHL Rumors: Maple Leafs, Golden Knights and Senators
On the Toronto Maple Leafs and Vegas Golden Knights ... Steve Simmons of the Toronto Sun: Think that Maple Leafs should try to get William Nylander signed to a six-year, $36 million extension - a RFA after next season. thinks…
NHL Rumors: Penguins, Senators, Panthers, Flyers and Blackhawks
On the Pittsburgh Penguins ... Renaud Lavoie: The Penguins asked Marc-Andre Fleury to waive his no-movement clause for the expansion draft back in February and he agreed too. Only waived it for Vegas. Renaud Lavoie: Any player who has a…
NHL Rumors: Devils, Blackhawks, Golden Knights, Sens, Ducks, Canadiens and More
On the Buffalo Sabres, New Jersey Devils, Vancouver Canucks, Chicago Blackhawks, Columbus Golden Knights, Vegas Golden Knights, Ottawa Senators, Florida Panthers, Anaheim Ducks, Tampa Bay Lightning, Montreal Canadiens and Calgary Flames ... Elliotte Friedman of Sportsnet: Though there is a…
NHL Injuries: Penguins, Senators, Ducks and Predators
On the Pittsburgh Penguins ... Pittsburgh Penguins: Coach Mike Sullivan on Sidney Crosby: "Sid skated this morning. He is in the process of rehabbing. We'll leave it at that. It's a day-to-day process." Dave Molinari: Skating doesn't guarantee that Crosby has…
Pucks in Depth: Who should win the Norris Trophy?
The NHL recently announced Erik Karlsson, Brent Burns, and Victor Hedman are this year's three finalists for the Norris Trophy. Below I will look at the case each player has for the award before sharing my winner. Erik Karlsson -…
NHL Injuries: Senators, Capitals, Penguins, and Predators
On the Ottawa Senators ... Mike Morreale: Defenseman Erik Karlsson didn't practice today. During Game 2 he was dealing with some foot pain. Chris Johnston of Sportsnet: Senators forward Clarke MacArthur said that he left Saturday's game early with a…
NHL Injuries Playoff Teams: Senators, Capitals, Blues and Ducks
On the Ottawa Senators ... Bruce Garrioch: Defenseman Erik Karlsson said that his foot is fine now and that he'll be good for the series. Bruce Garrioch of the Ottawa Citizen: Karlsson on this foot that has/had two hairline fractures.…