Tag: Kevin Fiala

NHL Rumors: Alex Edler, Minnesota Wild, and Devante Smith-Pelly

Alex Edler's future uncertain Iain MacIntyre of Sportsnet:  In a perfect world, the 32-year old forward would have re-signed already. Unfortunately, the reality is Edler likely goes into the offseason with a little unsettled feeling. This is because a deal…

Chris Wassel

NHL Rumors: Bruins, Wild, Predators, Oilers, Flyers and Jets

On the Boston Bruins Elliotte Friedman: "Think BOS has taken a long look at Eric Staal, but he is not eager to be traded" Joe Haggerty: "While all the Bruins chatter is about Wayne Simmonds and Mark Stone as big…

Mark Easson

NHL Trade Deadline: Nashville Predators — Time is now?

The NHL Trade Deadline primers head to Nashville next to look at the Nashville Predators. What do they need? What do they need to avoid? Let's take a quick look at what things may look like for David Poile and…

Chris Wassel

NHL Rumors: Boston Bruins, and the Nashville Predators

Bruins looking for offense Justin Leger of NBC Sports Boston: It's well documented that the Boston Bruins could use some more offense. Bob McKenzie on NBCSN "They want offense," McKenzie said on NHL on NBC. "Whether it's a second-line winger,…

Mark Easson

NHL Rumors: Kevin Fiala, Alec Martinez, Pittsburgh, and Minnesota

What About Kevin Fiala and the Nashville second line?  Adam Vingan of The Athletic: (mailbag) Alas, the biggest question may be how to fix the power play. Kevin Fiala could help but turns the puck over too much to be…

Chris Wassel

NHL Rumors: Bruins, Blues, Sabres, Predators, Blue Jackets and Maple Leafs

Are the Boston Bruins and St. Louis Blues talking? Jimmy Murphy of CLNS Media: Two sources have said that the Boston Bruins and St. Louis Blues have held "deep" trade talks. Talks have been centered around forward 27-year old Brayden…

Mark Easson

NHL New Year’s Resolutions and Trade Targets: Atlantic Division

New Year's resolutions for each team in the Atlantic Division and some potential trade targets for them.

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NHL News: Avs, Wild, Canadiens, Predators, Devils, Flyers, Leafs and Jets

On the Colorado Avalanche ... Ryan Boulding: Defenseman Sam Girard missed last night game. Coach Jared Bednar before last night's game: “Looks like he’ll probably miss one more.” Adrian Dater: Girard practiced yesterday but was wearing a no-contact jersey. Lauren Gardner:…

Mark Easson

NHL Fantasy Hockey: Looking At The Matt Duchene – Kyle Turris Trade

The fantasy hockey world got turned on its head a little last week with the Matt Duchene trade. Colorado got picks and prospects including Samuel Girard. However, Ottawa acquired Duchene and Nashville welcomed Kyle Turris. Turris immediate signed a six year, $36 million extension…

Chris Wassel

Western Conference News: Canucks, Ducks, Stars, Predators, Coyotes, Blues, Wild, and Coyotes

On the Vancouver Canucks ... Ben Kuzma: GM Jim Benning confirmed that Jonathan Dahlen would play for a month with Timra of Allsvenskan, and then move to the Swedish Elite League. On the Anaheim Ducks ... Anaheim Ducks: Coach Randy…

Mark Easson

NHL News: Panthers, Pens, Jackets, Hurricanes, Sens, Bruins, Stars, Preds, Blackhawks, Wild

On the Florida Panthers ... Bob McKenzie: The Florida Panthers signed Michael Matheson to an eight-year contract extension with a salary cap hit of $4.875 million. Cap Friendly: Matheson has an eight-team no-trade list for the last five years of the…

Mark Easson

Central Division: Nashville Predators Season Outlook

Forwards The forwards will keep playing their two-way game. Last year came down to the Nashville Predators not being able to score when they needed it most. They are relying on a lot of logical progressions and the hopeful avoidance…

Chris Wassel