Rumors II: Red Wings, Jets and Hurricanes
On the Red Wings ... Ansar Khan of MLive: The Red Wings and winger Justin Abdelkader have made significant progress towards a contract extension. They are putting "the finishing touches" on a new long-term contract that could be finalized in…
Rumors: Ducks, Flames, Avs, Jackets, Hurricanes, Leafs and Predators
Garrioch roundup ... Bruce Garrioch of the Ottawa Sun: Bruce Boudreau got a vote of confidence from GM Bob Murray, but a finger is being pointed at Murray in some circles. Some around the league are wondering if Murray will…
Rumors: Skinner, Sabres, Stamkos, Maple Leafs, and Tlusty
Chip Alexander of the Raleigh News & Observer: Hurricanes Jeff Skinner has heard his name in the rumor mill for awhile now. “There’s not much I can do about it,” Skinner said. “You hear all the talk, all the rumors.…
Rumors: Hurricanes, Skinner, Seattle and Quebec in the West
Luke Decock of the News Observer on roster spots and the possibility of a Jeff Skinner deal: The Carolina Hurricanes have a need in their top-six forwards after the departure of Alex Semin. The team also lacks an experienced defenseman…
Rumors V: Kessel, Bruins, Penguins, Flyers, Senators and Canadiens
Andy Strickland: The Maple Leafs have told at least one team that they would be willing to retain $2 million of Phil Kessel's contract in a trade. Damien Cox of Sportsnet: The Bruins now have goalies Tuukka Rask, Martin Jones,…
Rumors I: Penguins, Devils and Red Wings
Dave Molinari of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette: Penguins GM Jim Rutherford on free agency. “There aren’t as many top-end guys, what you would call the ‘impact guys,’ ” Penguins general manager Jim Rutherford said. “But there are still good players who…
Rumors V: Penguins, Ducks, Stars, Sharks, and Canadiens
Pierre LeBrun of ESPN: Penguins GM Jim Rutherford isn't going to rush into anything in his search for a top-six winger. Options could be Phil Kessel, Patrick Sharp, Jeff Skinner, Jiri Hudler and maybe UFA Justin Williams. LeBrun thinks that…
Rumors IV: Red Wings, Penguins, Bruins and Oilers
Helene St. James of the Detroit Free Press: The Red Wings have parsed their free agent list and assistant GM Ryan Martin said the market "is bleak." "I think we're going with our young players," general manager Ken Holland said…
Rumors V: Penguins Top-Six Search, Hurricanes, and Blues
Dave Molinari and Jenn Menendex of the Pittsburgh Post Gazette: The Penguins might try to acquire Jeff Skinner from the Hurricanes in their quest to find a top-six winger. Skinner carries a $5.75 million cap hit through 2018-19 and has…
Rumors II: Draft – Leafs, Blue Jackets, Coyotes, Jets, Canes and Panthers
Maple Leafs meeting with draft prospects. Hanifin among the last players invited back to visit Leafs in recent days. Strome says he did not meet Leafs since NHL combine. — Lance Hornby (@sunhornby) June 25, 2015 Gabriel Carlsson met with…
Rumors X: Red Wings, O’Reilly, Blues, Blackhawks and Miele
Helene St. James from Detroit Free Press: The Red Wings own the 19th overall pick, but don't select again until 73rd thanks to the Erik Cole trade. It appears Assistant GM Ryan Martin has a plan in place for his…
Rumors XI: Another Look at Players Who Could Be Traded
Mark Spector of Sportsnet: Spector looking at some players that might be available for trade.TJ Oshie and Patrik Berglund - The Blues aren't fast enough and need some more scoring down the middle. Eddie Lack - The Canucks have decided…