Tag: Evan Rodrigues

Eastern Conference Injuries: Sabres, Red Wings, Senators, Lightning, and Capitals

Steven Stamkos' plan is return in the next two games. Nicklas Backstrom hopes to return during their road trip. Jimmy Howard leaves with a mid-body injury.

Mark Easson

NHL Injury Updates: Coyotes, Sabres, Red Wings, Oilers, Predators and Penguins

NHL injury updates: T.J. Brodie a game-time decision. Viktor Arvidsson out four to six weeks. Ryan Nugent-Hopkins has an injured hand. Kris Letang practices.

Mark Easson

NHL Rumors: Blues, Bruins, Wild, Red Wings, Maple Leafs, Penguins, Blackhawks, and Jets

The Bruins aren't trading Torey Krug at the deadline. Chris Kreider could be a perfect fit with the St. Louis Blues. Does Jake Muzzin's injury change Martin Marincin's trade status?

Mark Easson

NHL Rumors and Notes: Evan Rodrigues, Milan Lucic, Ben Hutton, Brock Boeser, and David Backes

Evan Rodrigues gets $2 million. Milan Lucic was never asked about the Canucks. Brock Boeser and the Canucks being patient. David Backes moves may not make sense.

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Quick Hits: Sabres, Devils, Penguins, Maple Leafs, Bruins and Flames

Sabres and Rodrigues have an arbitration hearing today. Devils re-sign Mirco Mueller. Penguins re-signed Zach Aston-Reese. Maple Leafs haven't announced Garrett Wilson signing. Flames getting a new arena.

Mark Easson

Quick Hits: Arbitration Hearings This Week, Pionk, Sundqvist and Neuvirth

Salary arbitration dates Cap Friendly: Salary arbitration dates set for this week. July 22: Zach Aston-Reese - Pittsburgh Penguins Christian Djoos - Washington Capitals MacKenzie Weegar - Florida Panthers July 23: Evan Rodrigues - Buffalo Sabres July 26: Colton Sissons…

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NHL Rumors: Buffalo Sabres – Trades Are More Realistic Option Than Free Agency To Improve

Going the trade route is a more realistic option than free agency for the Buffalo Sabres. Rasmus Ristolainen may hold the most trade value for the Sabres.

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NHL Rumors: Buffalo Sabres – Coaching, Pominville, Skinner, Ristolainen and More

Buffalo Sabres notes: In no rush to hire a new coach. Losing Jeff Skinner would be a big hit. No decision on Jason Pominville yet. They need to decide on Rasmus Ristolainen.

Mark Easson

NHL Rumors: Karlsson, Gardiner, Sabres, and Senators

Costs for Karlsson and Gardiner on the open market could be ... Chris Johnston of Sportsnet: If defenseman Erik Karlsson doesn't re-sign with the San Jose Sharks, he could be looking a seven-year contract extension around $12 million per season.…

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Eastern Conference News: Bruins, Sabres, Jackets, Panthers, Rangers and Flyers

On the Boston Bruins ... Joe Haggerty: Forward Brad Marchand didn't travel with the team to start their two-game road trip due to an upper-body injury. “Marchand won’t be traveling with us,” said Cassidy, following the Bruins impressive 5-3 home…

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Rumors: Oilers, Kings, Ovi, Blue Jackets, Bennett and College UFAs

Jonathan Willis of the Edmonton Journal: The Kings already have $60 million committed to 16 players for next season and they may have trouble signing five of their significant free agents. Willis wonders if the Oilers would be interested in…

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