Tag: John Tavares

NHL Rumors: Rangers, Devils, and Islanders

On the New York Rangers and New Jersey Devils ... Andrew Gross of NJ.com: With Kyle Palmieri's $4.65 million as a comparable for Chris Kreider, if the Rangers think that number is too high, they could at least see what…

Mark Easson

NHL Rumors: Stamkos, Tavares and Vesey

On Steven Stamkos, John Tavares, Toronto Maple Leafs and Jimmy Vesey ... A collection of tweets from Al Strachan - answering questions from followers. Alan Strachan: Steven Stamkos had no intention of signing with the Maple Leafs and they didn't…

Mark Easson

NHL Rumors: New York Islanders and Minnesota Wild

On the New York Islanders ... Brian Compton: New York Islanders GM Garth Snow said they will reach out to John Tavares next summer to start the process of getting a contract extension done. Arthur Staple of Newsday:  Islanders GM Garth…

Mark Easson

2016 NHL Free Agency: Examining The Biggest Losers

Written by Todd Cordell (@ToddCordell) NHL teams combined to dish out more than $617 million on the first day of free agency. There were some winners - notably teams that signed cheap, undervalued guys and elected not to give out massive…

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NHL Rumors: Coyotes, Islanders, Radulov and Top Remaining UFAs

On the Arizona Coyotes and Shane Doan ... John Shannon: Hearing that a Coyotes - Shane Doan deal is close. He's not going anywhere. John Shannon: When he signs, it will be for one year. Craig Morgan: Source saying that…

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NHL Rumors: Isles, Leafs, Rangers, Flames, Panthers and Kings

On the New York Islanders ... Mark Herrmann of Newsday: NY Islanders GM Garth Snow needs to find a winger, maybe two if Kyle Okposo leaves in free agency, for John Tavares this offseason. A power forward who can score…

Mark Easson

NHL Rumors: Maple Leafs, Flames and Coyotes

On the Toronto Maple Leafs ... Steve Simmons of the Toronto Sun: With the Toronto Maple Leafs winning the draft lottery and Auston Matthews, it gives them a front-line center. Simmons writes: "And with free agency coming and Steven Stamkos…

Mark Easson

NHL Rumors: Radulov, Lightning, and the Islanders

On Alexander Radulov ... Slava Malamud: Alexander Radulov confirms that he'll play in the NHL next season. Slava Malamud: The Russian National team forgives Radulov and will allow him to play in the World Championship. Arthur Staple: The Islanders have…

Mark Easson

NHL Rumors: Stamkos, Lightning and Maple Leafs

On the Tampa Bay Lightning and Steven Stamkos ... Joe Smith of the Tampa Bay Times: Steven Stamkos on Steve Yzerman's statement yesterday. "It's been a tough year in that regard to deal with that stuff," Stamkos said. "So hopefully…

Mark Easson

NHL Rumors: Tavares, Maple Leafs and Headlines

On the future of John Tavares ... Larry Brooks of the NY Post: Brooks doesn't see Steven Stamkos wanting to go through another rebuild and sign with the Maple Leafs. The Leafs created future cap space by trading Dion Phaneuf.…

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Rumors II: Wild, Islanders and Blue Jackets

On the Minnesota Wild ... Michael Russo of the Star Tribune: The Wild's scouting meetings ended before Saturday's game against the Predators. No trades appear imminent for the Wild. “You can’t overreact and force trades,” Fletcher said by phone as…

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Afternoon Hits: Roster Notes, Lines, Pairing and Starters

Roster Notes ... Curtis Zupke: Anze Kopitar said that he's playing tonight. Dave Vest: Antoine Vermette won't be in the lineup for the Coyotes tonight. Martin Hanzal will be in the lineup. David Alter: The Maple Leafs put Jonathan Bernier…

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