NHL Rumors III: Jason Spezza – Panthers, Blues, Ducks, Flames, Predators,
Harvey Fialkov of the Sun Sentinel: Bruce Garrioch said that Jason Spezza would waive his no-trade clause for 10 teams, including the Panthers. Spezza is the prototypical center that GM Dale Tallon craves. The need for a center is low…
NHL Rumors I: Coaches and GMs – Panthers, Leafs, Canucks and Capitals
Hope Smoke: Nick Kypreos: "The latest name that is floating around for coach of the Panthers is Marc Crawford" Hope Smoke: Darren Dreger: "The meeting that took place in Vegas between Shanahan, Nonis and Carlyle was very one sided" ... "Carlyle sat down &…
NHL Rumors II: Jason Spezza – Blues, Ducks, Rangers and Panthers
Bruce Garrioch of the Ottawa Sun: It is thought that the Panthers and Rangers could be interested in Jason Spezza, to go along with the Blues and Ducks. "That number is only going to grow," a league executive told the…
NHL Rumors: Nash, Stepan, Maple Leafs, Canucks, Trotz and Blue Jackets
Larry Brooks of the NY Post: Rangers Rick Nash is hearing the boo birds. He's owed $7.8 million per season through 2017-18, so the Rangers may not be able to do much with him. Nash has a no-trade clause. He…
NHL Rumors I: Coaching Edition – Babcock, Carlyle, Keenan and Stevens
Hope Smoke: Doug MacLean: "I wouldn't be surprised if Holland and Babcock make a joint decision on Mike leaving. There is too much respect between the two" ... "Not a lot of love between Babcock and his players. People think there is, but…
NHL Rumors I: Coaching Edition – Panthers, Hurricanes, Sharks, Leafs and Predators
Josh Rimer: There have been 34 coaching changes in a little over three years. Hope Smoke: Bob McKenzie: "This is a funny business. Three-four years ago Guy Boucher had his pick of any job and now he's in Switzerland" Harvey Fialkov:…
Morning Hits: Hurricanes, Panthers, Blackhawks, Flames and a Visnovsky Jersey
Carolina Hurricanes: The Hurricanes have relieved head coach Kirk Muller and assistant coaches John MacLean and Dale Lewis of their duties. Goalie coach Greg Stefan was reassigned to their pro scouting department. Assistant coach Rob Brind'Amour will remain. Harvey Fialkov:…
NHL Rumors I: State of Florida Edition
Damian Cristodero of the Tampa Bay Times: Lightning's Ryan Malone is still in the Substance Abuse and Behavioral Health Program. It is believed that players in this program can still be bought out. The buyout period starts 48 hours after…
NHL Rumors: Flyers, Sharks, Panthers and Avalanche
John Clark CSN: Flyers owner Ed Snider said that Paul Holmgren will be back as the GM next year.Sam Carchidi of the Philadelphia Inquirer: Flyers GM Paul Holmgren said that he would allow Ron Hextall to talk to other teams…
Morning Rumors III: 1st Overall, Stars, Flyers, Sharks, Blue Jackets, Selanne, Blues and Avalanche
Damien Cox: Panthers GM Dale Tallon said on the Fan 590 that he is actively shopping the first overall pick. Mike Heika of the Dallas Morning News: (mailbag) Though he thinks that Cody Eakin will end up being the Stars…
NHL Rumors III: Weber, Stars, Hayes, Panthers, Lupul, Tootoo, Spezza and Selanne
Josh Cooper of the Tennessean: Predators GM David Poile says "no" every time he's asked if he'll trade defenseman Shea Weber. Weber will make $14 million, with a $13 million lump sum. Poile says the Predators are in a "rebuild…
NHL Rumors I: Coaching Edition: Panthers, Capitals and Maple Leafs
George Richards of the Miami Herald: The Panthers fired interim coach Peter Horachek yesterday. Barry Trotz is thought to be near the top of potential replacements. "Barry Trotz is a hell of a coach,'' Tallon said when prompted. Peter Laviolette…