Tag: Matthew Tkachuk

Are Prolonged NHL RFA Negotiations the New Normal?

The number of 'big named' restricted free agents getting big money is growing, and the time to get them signed is taking longer.

Mark Easson

NHL Rumors: Maple Leafs, Flames, Jets, Avalanche, Capitals, Canucks, and Canadiens

The Winnipeg Jets and Patrik Laine agree on a two-year deal. Will John Tavares be named the next captain of the Maple Leafs? Mikko Rantanen looking for more than Avs offered. Dustin Byfuglien leaning towards retirement.

Mark Easson

NHL News: The Calgary Flames And Matthew Tkachuk Agree On A Three-Year Bridge Deal

The Calgary Flames and Matthew Tkachuk agree on a three-year bridge deal.

Mark Easson

NHL Rumors: Justin Faulk, Jesse Puljujarvi, Kyle Connor, Patrik Laine, and Taylor Hall

Jesse Puljujarvi being heavily scouted. Teams calling Patrik Laine's camp. RFAs may not be close on new deals. Devils and Taylor Hall's camp made some contract extension traction on the weekend.

Mark Easson

NHL Rumors: Oilers, Blue Jackets, Panthers, Jets, and Ducks

The Oilers could use a third-line center. Could the Columbus Blue Jackets look at offer sheeting Mikko Rantanen? There are some defenseman available, with a few teams looking to add.

Mark Easson

NHL Rumors: Lucic, Russian UFAs, Point and Remaining RFAs

Milan Lucic didn't mind the idea of the Canucks. Brayden Point and Kyle Connor are among the RFAs still waiting for a new deal.

Mark Easson

Quick Hits: Injury Updates, Tkachuk in London, Hextall Back With Kings, and Offseason Signing Numbers

Injury notes including the Oilers are now optimistic Connor McDavid will be ready for the start of the season. Matthew Tkachuk skating with the London Knights. Hextall back with the Kings.

Mark Easson

NHL Rumors: Calgary Flames – RFAs Matthew Tkachuk and Andrew Mangiapane

The Calgary Flames still need to sign two restricted free agents - Matthew Tkachuk and Andrew Mangiapane.

Mark Easson

NHL Rumors: RFA notes – Rantanen, Boeser, Point, Tkachuk, Laine, and Werenski

Term appears to be a main issue for many of the unsigned restricted free agents.

Mark Easson

NHL Rumors: Kings, Flames, Canucks, Lightning and Oilers

Kings in the hunt for Hutton. Potential trade option for the Flames. Canucks and Boeser still have lots of work to do. Comparables for Nurse's next deal.

Mark Easson

Which NHL Restricted Free Agent Domino Falls First?

There are still a number of notable restricted free agents that remain unsigned as the end of August nears. Who will be the first to sign?

Lyle Richardson

The Latest on This Summer’s Top NHL Restricted Free Agents

It's unlikely that any of the top remaining restricted free agents sign soon but things should heat up in September. A look at recent updates on the top RFAs.

Lyle Richardson