Rumors and Notes: Oilers, Jackets, Panthers, Leafs and Kings
On the Oilers ... Chris Nichols of Today's Slapshot: Pierre LeBrun on TSN 1260 on Oilers GM Peter Chiarelli. “Very patient guy. Makes very rational decisions. Never emotional. So if he does do something, it’ll be done after a lot…
Rumors: Backes, Seidenberg and Players Who Could be Traded
Sam Carchidi: Flyers GM Ron Hextall indirectly denied a report that they inquired about Blues David Backes. Brayden Schenn's name was mentioned in the rumor. Tim Panaccio: GM Hextall shot down Backes trade rumors, referencing past rumors involving the Flyers…
Rumors I: Canucks, Leafs and Blues
Jason Botchford of the Vancouver Province: The Canucks trading Kevin Bieksa was a no-brainer. The trading of Zack Kassian was needed for both sides. With no apparent interest in re-signing Shawn Matthias last year, the Canucks should have traded him…
Rumors IV: Capitals and Wild
Chuck Gormley of CSN Washington: Pending UFA Joel Ward's agent said there haven't been any contract talks with the Capitals since February, but is still hoping they can work out a deal. “Joel would like to return to Washington,” Peter…
Rumors II: Coyotes, Leafs, Senators and the Goalie Market
Steve Simmons of the Toronto Sun: Scouting sources are convinced the Coyotes will draft Dylan Strome. The Leafs will then have to decide on whether to draft Mitch Marner or Noah Hanifin. “The Leafs need a defence going forward,” said…
Rumors I: Coyotes, Leafs, Oilers, Canes, Kings, Flyers and Devils
Elliotte Friedman of Sportsnet: A couple sources say that Coyotes coach Dave Tippett has an out clause if the team is relocated and if there is an ownership change. There is a varying opinion on how much Shane Doan wanted to…
Rumors and Video: Maple Leafs, Canucks, Sabres and Sharks
Sportsnet: Daren Millard, Nick Kypreos and Doug MacLean look at the Maple Leafs and who they should trade this offseason or not re-sign. Kypreos thinks the Leafs should trade Phil Kessel and Tyler Bozak. Kessel is going to have to…
Rumors and Videos: Maple Leafs and Sharks
James Mirtle: The Maple Leafs appear to be looking at 2015 draft prospect, defenseman Ivan Provorov. James Mirtle of the Globe and Mail: Mirtle looks at Maple Leafs - who could remain with the team and who might not return…
Rumors VIII: Blackhawks, Kings, Ducks, Bruins, Coyotes and Leafs
Blackhawks listening on Rantta but not shopping him... if someone offers up a deal that makes sense, perhaps. But Chicago not pushing it — Pierre LeBrun (@Real_ESPNLeBrun) March 2, 2015 I usually hate reporting what's NOT happening, but LA has…
Rumors IV: Oilers, Canadiens and Sharks
David Staples of the Edmonton Journal: On Renaud Lavoie's tweet that the Oilers have been looking at the Maple Leafs goalies the past couple of weeks. Staples thoughts on Leafs players "The problem with players from the Leafs is they…
Rumors II: Maple Leafs – Babcock, Clarkson, Bozak, Kessel and Bernier
Steve Simmons of the Toronto Sun: Until he commits to the Red Wings, there is the belief that the Maple Leafs can get Mike Babcock. Brendan Shanahan hasn't yet given the thumbs up or thumbs down to GM Dave Nonis.…
Rumors XI: Blackhawks, Bozak, Avs, Rangers, Oilers, Blues and Senators
Chris Kuc: Blackhawks GM Stan Bowman said they are "getting pretty close" to making a trade. The Fourth Period: There is reportedly considerable interest in Maple Leafs Tyler Bozak. Bozak has three years left at a cap hit of $4.2…