NHL Rumors: JVR-Flyers, Komarov, Senators, Oilers, Kings, Wild, Knights and Jets
On James van Riemsdyk and the Philadelphia Flyers ... Frank Seravalli: The Flyers and James van Riemsdyk have agreed on a deal that will be official today. John Buccigross: James van Riemsdyk will be signing a five-year deal with a…
NHL Rumors: Hurricanes, Avalanche, Kovalchuk and Senators
On the Carolina Hurricanes ... Pierre LeBrun: Hearing that the meeting between the Carolina Hurricanes and Elias Lindholm's reps didn't go well today. The sides are still far apart on a deal, and a trade is a possibility. Amir Basu:…
NHL Rumors: Ottawa Senators and Vegas Golden Knights
On the Ottawa Senators ... Don Brennan of the Ottawa Sun: It's looking like forward Mike Hoffman and defenseman Erik Karlsson could both be traded this offseason. If GM Pierre Dorion doesn't get a huge offer that he can't turn…
Rumors and Notes: Quicks Hits On Half The League
Rumors and notes roundup from Friedman's 31-Thoughts ... Elliotte Friedman of Sportsnet: There had been some talk that back in November that Washington Capitals coach Barry Trotz could have been one loss away from being fired. The Caps won that…
2018 NHL Free Agents: Atlantic Division – Restricted Free Agents
The offseason presents a myriad of ways to look at what is ahead. Last month, we took a look at some of the cheaper unrestricted free agents - here, here and here. Now, we begin the spotlight on the restricted…
NHL Rumors: Coyotes, Hurricanes and Senators
On the Arizona Coyotes ... Craig Morgan of Arizona Sports: The acquisition of Marcus Kruger may signal the end of Brad Richardson's tenure with the Coyotes. GM John Chayka didn't rule out re-signing the pending UFA, he knows the market…
NHL Rumors: Ottawa Senators and Erik Karlsson
On the Ottawa Senators and Erik Karlsson ... Ken Warren: GM Pierre Dorion said he won't trade Erik Karlsson at the Draft in June. TSN 1200: Dorion on Karlsson: "At the end of the day, it will be his choice. If…
NHL Rumors: Toronto Expansion, Senators, Blues, Sabres, Islanders, Stars, Hurricanes and Rangers
On Toronto Expansion, Ottawa Senators, St. Louis Blues, Buffalo Sabres, New York Islanders, Dallas Stars, Carolina Hurricanes and New York Rangers ... Elliotte Friedman of Sportsnet: During the Vegas expansion process, a Toronto group created by Pasquale Paletta approached the…
NHL Rumors: Ottawa Senators and Columbus Blue Jackets
On the Ottawa Senators ... Bruce Garrioch of the Ottawa Sun: Questions facing Senators this offseason. What is the future of Erik Karlsson? - Sources are saying the Senators will make a fair-market contract extension offer to Erik Karlsson. He'll…
NHL Rumors: Red Wings, Rangers, Senators, and Sabres
On the Detroit Red Wings ... Sportsnet's Headlines: Chris Johnston: The Red Wings have re-signed GM Ken Holland to a two-year contract extension. Nick Kypreos: The Red Wings will address head coach Jeff Blashill's status by Tuesday. Things are pointing…
NHL Rumors: Erik Karlsson and the Ottawa Senators
On the Ottawa Senators and Erik Karlsson ... Ken Warren of the Ottawa Citizen: Karlsson when asked about why he picked the puck out of the net after their last home game of the season. “I don’t know why I…
Eastern Conference News: Bruins, Sabres, Jackets, Senators, Penguins, Lightning and Playoff Races
On the Boston Bruins ... Boston Bruins: Defensemen Zdeno Chara and Charlie McAvoy and forward Jake DeBrusk are progressing well and could return this weekend. Sean Kuraly is out with an upper-body injury. Rick Nash is out but is doing…