Tag: Florida Panthers

NHL Rumors: Russell, Leafs, Oilers, Panthers and Coyotes

On free agent Kris Russell ... Michael Augello: Darren Dreger was theorizing on TSN radio yesterday that the Toronto Maple Leafs could be interested in free agent defenseman Kris Russell on a one-year deal, and then they could trade him at the…

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NHL Notes: Panthers, PTOs, Bruins, Leafs, Flyers and Coyotes

On the Florida Panthers ... Chris Johnston: The Panthers and Jonathan Huberdeau agreed on a six-year contract extension worth $35.4 million - a $5.9 million salary cap hit. Huberdeau's extension includes a no-movement clause starting in 2019-20. During the final…

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NHL Rumors: Panthers, Free Agents, and Hall

On the Florida Panthers ... Harvey Fialkov: Panthers GM Tom Rowe said that they are discussing bringing in some veterans in on PTOs. Rowe added that coach Gerald Gallant would like to bring in a veteran depth defenseman on a…

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NHL Rumors: Panthers, Sabres, Vegas, Bruins and Wings

On the Florida Panthers ... Harvey Fialkov: Sources saying that the Panthers rejected many trade offers for Alex Petrovic. They are wanting to sign him to a long-term deal. On the Buffalo Sabres ... Sami Hoffren: Sabres RFA defenseman Rasmus…

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Coyotes Close to Acquiring Bolland And Crouse From Panthers

The Florida Panthers are reportedly working on a David Bolland and Lawson Crouse trade to the Arizona Coyotes for a conditional second round pick and a third round pick according to Elliotte Friedman. Craig Custance: If Crouse doesn't play with the…

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NHL Rumors: Perron, Vesey, Elias, Nyquist and Thornton

On David Perron ... Matt Drake of Habs Eye On The Prize: David Perron said that his first choice was to re-sign with the Anaheim Ducks according to his interview with the RDS. It was down to the Montreal Canadiens…

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NHL Atlantic Division: Rink Rumblings Grading The Summer

After a flurry of action in early July, the transactions have slowed to a crawl in the NHL five weeks prior to the opening of training camp. Teams that have been unable to fill their areas of need through trades and…

Michael Augello

NHL Rumors: Wings, Bruins, Sabres, Blues, Rangers and Panthers

On the Detroit Red Wings, Boston Bruins and Buffalo Sabres ... Kevin Paul Dupont of the Boston Globe: If Red Wings GM Ken Holland is convinced that Petr Mrazek is their No. 1 goalie, the Wings could look to move…

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2016 NHL Free Agency: A Look At The Best Value Contracts

Written by Todd Cordell (@ToddCordell) Free agency generally isn't a route teams should be taking in order to improve their roster. So few difference makers are available each year and the ones that do hit the open market are almost…

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NHL Hits: Benn, Rangers, Luongo, Las Vegas and Subban

On the Dallas Stars ... Dallas Stars: Statement from Dallas Stars GM Jim Nill on Jamie Benn. "Jamie Benn underwent surgery to repair a core muscle injury on Thursday, July 14 at the Vincera Institute in Philadelphia, PA. His operation,…

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NHL Rumors: Panthers, Kings, Trade Market and Sabres

On the Florida Panthers ... Jimmy Murphy: Source saying the Florida Panthers are not trying to sign free agent defenseman Kris Russell. On the Los Angeles Kings ... John Hoven: Los Angeles Kings management said that Justin Gutierrez (WHL) and…

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NHL Rumors: Senators, Oilers and Maple Leafs

On the Ottawa Senators ... Ken Warren of the Ottawa Citizen: Contract talks between the Ottawa Senators and RFA Cody Ceci's camp have been quiet for awhile. The salary arbitration date for the Senators and Mike Hoffman is set for…

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