Tag: Jeff Gorton

NHL News: The New York Rangers Fire John Davidson and Jeff Gorton, Promote Chris Drury

The New York Rangers have fired president John Davidson and GM Jeff Gorton. Chris Drury will take over as President and GM of the Rangers.

Mark Easson

NHL Rumors: Kevin Fiala, Joel Eriksson Ek, and New York Rangers

What deals could Kevin Fiala and Joel Eriksson Ek receive? Michael Russo of The Athletic:  With most of Paul Fenton's offseason done, there are two more pieces of business left. Those would be re-signing Joel Eriksson Ek and Kevin Fiala.…

Chris Wassel

NHL Trade Deadline: New York Rangers — Sell or sell more?

The New York Rangers are continuing their rebuild as they will miss the playoffs for a second straight season. They hold enough trade assets to make this an intriguing trade deadline for them. A big question is this. Will Jeff…

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NHL Rumors: New York Islanders and the New York Rangers

On the New York Islanders and Lou Lamoriello ... Steve Simmonds: When first talked Lamoriello about Larry Brooks' initial report linking him to the Islanders he laughed about it. When asked Lamoriello on Saturday about it he didn't laugh and…

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NHL Rumors: Rangers, Rangers, And More Rangers

On the New York Rangers, Rick Nash, and their rebuild … Mike Johnston on SportsNet: An emphasis was placed on how New York would handle the Rangers' forward. The Rick Nash sweepstakes might come down to ten teams. There is an overall…

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Rumors VII: Leafs, Kings, Rangers, Islanders, Penguins and Blue Jackets

Steve Simmons of the Toronto Sun: The market for Phil Kessel at the draft was thin and marginally active. The market for Tyler Bozak was non-existent as the Maple Leafs didn't receive one phone call asking about him. The Leafs…

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Rumors I: Rangers, Yandle, Wings and Oilers Goalie Options

Larry Brooks of the NY Post: Rangers GM Glen Sather said in an email on Friday that he's undecided if he will continue his dual role as GM and president. It doesn't mean that he'll step down as GM, but…

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Rumors: Teams Calling For Kessel … Could Consider Trading No. 4

Elliotte Friedman said that a handful of teams have talked to the Maple Leafs about what it would take to get Phil Kessel. If a trade were to be worked out, it likely wouldn't happen for at least another couple…

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Rumors I: Ducks, Rangers and Red Wings

Craig Custance of ESPN: Offseason priorities for the Ducks. 1. A long-term deal for Ryan Kesler - Kesler has a year left at $5 million, and his next deal won't be as cap friendly. He'll be 31-years old when his…

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Rumors IV: Bruins, Sabres, Flyers, Blues, Sharks and Leafs

Mike Giardi of CSNNE: Source saying that Charlie Jacobs and Harry Sinden wanted Jeff Gorton as the Bruins next GM over Don Sweeney. Has been reported that the Rangers wouldn't allow teams to speak with Gorton while they were still…

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Rumors III: Babcock Fallout with Leafs and Sabres

Shawn Stepner: League sources saying the Sabres thought they had a deal in principle with Mike Babcock two days ago. Was around the same term and money as the Leafs, might have even been nine years. Tim Graham: The Sabres…

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Rumors II: Sharks, Maple Leafs, Blues and Devils

Greg Brady: Hearing that San Jose is not in on Mike Babcock. Sounding like it was his call and not from lack of interest. Steve Simmons of the Toronto Sun: The Leafs have missed out on or passed on potential…

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