Tag: Florida Panthers

NHL Injuries: Ducks, Lightning, Coyotes, Stars, Sens and More

On the Anaheim Ducks ... Eric Stephens: Ducks GM Bob Murray said the Simon Despres' situation is a "sensitive issue" and that it will be long-term. He wouldn't go into the Despres' situation any further. Jason Gregor: Zupke on Despres: "He is…

Mark Easson

2016-17 Top 10 Florida Panthers Prospects

The Florida Panthers have been a rebuilding team for most of their existence in the NHL it seems. Since Dale Tallon was brought on board, things have been looking brighter and the franchise is on the cusp of turning the…

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NHL Rumors: Islanders, Jets, Rangers and Kings

On the New York Islanders, Winnipeg Jets, and New York Rangers ... Larry Brooks of the NY Post: The ice system in place that Barclays Center is not suited for the Islanders long-term. Ownership is looking for other options, mainly…

Mark Easson

NHL Rumors: Kings, Jets, Ducks, Blue Jackets, Penguins and Coyotes

On the LA Kings, Winnipeg Jets, Anaheim Ducks, Columbus Blue Jackets, Pittsburgh Penguins and Arizona Coyotes ... Bruce Garrioch of the Ottawa Sun: The LA Kings may need to find a goalie to save their season. Jonathan Quick is out, and…

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NHL Injuries: Wild, Panthers, Stars, Penguins, Rangers and More

On the Minnesota Wild ... Dane Mizutani: Wild coach Bruce Boudreau didn't provide any update on Jared Spurgeon or Erik Haula. Dane Mizutani: Spurgeon is out with an upper-body injury. Haula looked like he was limping after practice, so might be…

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NHL Rumors: Anaheim Ducks and the Arizona Coyotes

On Hampus Lindholm and the Anaheim Ducks... Luke Fox of Sportsnet: Hampus Lindholm is believed to be asking for as high as $7 million a season for as many as eight years. Aaron Ekblad's $7.5 million contract is the ceiling,…

Mark Easson

NHL Rumors: Canadiens, Ducks, Stars, Penguins and Jets

On the Montreal Canadiens ... Adrian Dater: Canadiens GM Marc Bergerin was at the Avalanche-Stars game last night. On the Anaheim Ducks ... Bob McKenzie: Yesterday it was sounding like things were dead quiet on the Hampus Lindholm - Anaheim Ducks…

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NHL Rumors: Sabres, Ducks and Scouting the Devils-Panthers

On the Buffalo Sabres ... Paul Hamilton: When asked before last night's game if he considered trading or suspending Evander Kane, Sabres GM Tim Murray said that many options went through his mind. Paul Hamilton: Murray added that even though…

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NHL Injuries: Kings, Pens, Panthers, Jets, Oilers, Sabres and Canadiens

On the Los Angeles Kings ... Elliott Teaford of the OC Register: The Kings put Jonathan Quick on the IR yesterday with an unspecified lower-body injury. A team spokesperson said that he'll be week-to-week. Peter Budaj was recalled to backup…

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NHL Rumors: Kucherov, Gaudreau, Trouba, Ducks and Sabres

Elliotte Friedman of Sportsnet: Friedman's 30 Thoughts roundup. On Nikita Kucherov ... Nikita Kucherov's agent, Scott Greenspun, wouldn't comment, but Friedman thinks he's met with at least one team about a potential offer sheet. Friedman notes that there is a big…

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Morning Hits: Waivers, PTOs and Injury Updates

Put on waivers yesterday ... James Mirtle: Players who were put on waivers yesterday. Anaheim Ducks: Clayton Stoner Dallas Stars: Matej Stransky and Justin Dowling New York Islanders: Scott Mayfield New York Rangers: Magnus Hellberg Vancouver Canucks: Michael Zalewski, Andrey…

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Morning Hits: Suspension, Waivers and Injury Notes

On the LA Kings ... NHL Player Safety: Forward Tanner Pearson was suspended for the remainder of the preseason and two regular season for an illegal check to the head. On waivers yesterday ... James Mirtle: Players who were put…

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