NHL Rumors: Several Factors Holding Back A John Tavares Contract Extension
On the New York Islanders and John Tavares ... Arthur Staple of Newsday: John Tavares was eligible to sign a contract extension last Saturday. GM Garth Snow and head coach John Tavares have been in regular contact with Tavares, but…
NHL Rumors: Panthers, Canucks, Avalanche and Islanders
On the Florida Panthers ... Harvey Fialkov: The Panthers have agreed on a deal with free agent Evgeni Dadonov according to a source. Bob McKenzie: Hearing that Dadonov will be signing for three years at a cap hit of $4 million.…
NHL Rumors: New York Islanders and the Colorado Avalanche
On the New York Islanders and Colorado Avalanche ... Arthur Staple: Not a surprise that the Islanders didn't plan on having any free agents in town for a visit this week. Not in on any of the bigger names. Arthur…
NHL Rumors: Vrbata, Flyers, Islanders and Tavares
On Radim Vrbata ... Craig Morgan: Free agent winger Radim Vrbata could still be a possibility for the Coyotes. Vrbata's camp would like some clarity by July 1st and will be considering offers this week rather than waiting. Pierre LeBrun:…
NHL Rumors: Rosen’s Five Teams To Watch This Week
On Five teams to watch this week ... Dan Rosen of NHL.com: New York Rangers - the Rangers have $20 million in cap space and some holes to fill. They need a top-nine center and maybe two overall. They need…
NHL Rumors: 2018 Draft, Jets, Blue Jackets, Flyers, Senators and Islanders
On the 2018 NHL Draft ... John Shannon: Indications are that the 2018 NHL draft will be held in Dallas. Source saying deal is not done. On the Winnipeg Jets ... Frank Seravalli: When asked about their goaltending, Jets GM…
NHL Rumors: Washington Capitals, Toronto Maple Leafs, Marc Methot and Travis Hamonic
On the Washington Capitals ... David Pagnotta: There haven't really been any real contract talks between UFA defenseman Karl Alzner and the Washington Capitals. The last time they spoke was a few weeks ago. The Capitals have limited salary cap…
NHL Trade Analysis: Jordan Eberle for Ryan Strome
Trade details The Edmonton Oilers sent 27-year-old winger Jordan Eberle to the New York Islanders in exchange for 23-year-old winger Ryan Strome. Why the Islanders made the move Eberle is not a perfect player but he has quietly been a…
NHL Rumors: Stars, Golden Knights, Avs, Islanders, Oilers, and Canadiens
On the Dallas Stars ... Bob McKenzie: The Dallas Stars have shown interest in Vegas Golden Knights defenseman Marc Methot. My NHL Trade Rumors: Elliotte Friedman said during the expansion draft show that the Stars have made a play on…
NHL Rumors: Panthers, Islanders and Golden Knights
On the Florida Panthers ... Harvey Fialkov of the Sun-Sentinel: Jonathan Marchessault told TVA Sports that his agent told him that GM Dale Tallon wasn't able to make a side deal with Vegas to protect him from being selected. There of…
NHL Rumors: Red Wings, Islanders, Avalanche, Ducks and Flyers
On the Detroit Red Wings ... Helene St. James: The Red Wings had been trying to trade a goaltender but there were no takers. The Calgary Flames and Dallas Stars have filled their goaltending needs. On the New York Islanders…
NHL Rumors: NY Islanders, Columbus Blue Jackets and Minnesota Wild
On the New York Islanders ... Arthur Staple: IF the Islanders decide to trade John Tavares at some point, there is zero percent chance he'll be moved to a team in their division. Arthur Staple: Nothing has been decided with…