Tag: Michael Grabner

NHL Rumors: Brian Gionta, James Wisniewski, Philadelphia Flyers, and the Dallas Stars

On Brian Gionta and James Wisniewski ... Stephen Whyno of the AP: Both Brian Gionta and James Wisniewski are playing for Team USA at the Olympics, and both are hoping to sign with an NHL team after. They would need…

Mark Easson

NHL Rumors: Toronto Maple Leafs and the New York Islanders

On the Toronto Maple Leafs ... Jonas Siegel: Maple Leafs GM Lou Lamoriello said that forward Josh Leivo didn't make a trade request. Kristen Shilton: Tyler Bozak isn't looking at his pending free agent status: "I’m sure when the time comes…

Mark Easson

NHL Rumors: Philadelphia Flyers and the San Jose Sharks

On the Philadelphia Flyers ... Dave Isaac of the Philadelphia Inquirer: (mailbag) If the Flyers look to acquire a goaltender because of Brian Elliott's injury status, they could look at Toronto's Calvin Pickard. Pickard is fourth on the Leafs depth chart,…

Mark Easson

2018 NHL Trade Deadline – Notable Depth Players That Could Be On The Move

As the NHL's Feb. 26 trade deadline approaches, stars such as Rick Nash, Ryan McDonagh and Evander Kane dominate the rumor mill. However, there are lesser lights who could become invaluable additions to playoff-contending teams. Here's a look at the notable…

Lyle Richardson

NHL Rumors: Coyotes, Golden Knights, Rangers, and Stars

On the Arizona Coyotes ... Bob McKenzie: There has been trade talk and speculation about Coyotes forward Max Domi. The Coyotes are not actively shopping Domi but would listen to offers. The only untouchables are Oliver Ekman-Larsson and Clayton Keller.…

Mark Easson

NHL Rumors: Scouting Leafs-Lightning, Penguins, Senators, and Jets

Scouting the Toronto Maple Leafs and Tampa Bay Lightning ... James Mirtle: Was told that despite being listed to attend last night's Maple Leafs-Lightning game, Edmonton Oilers GM Peter Chiarelli didn't attend. 20 teams were listed to attended last night's Maple…

Mark Easson

NHL Rumors: Boston Bruins, Edmonton Oilers and NY Rangers

On the Boston Bruins and Edmonton Oilers ... Jimmy Murphy: Source saying that was "onto something" with the speculation that the Edmonton Oilers are interested in defenseman Torey Krug. The Oilers scouted the Bruins on Saturday. It is unlikely though…

Mark Easson

NHL Rumors: Boston Bruins – Potential Trade Targets

On the Boston Bruins ... Joe Haggerty of NBC Sports: Heading into the season, many thought the Bruins were a year or two away from being a serious Cup contender. Heading into last night, they were a point out of…

Mark Easson

NHL Rumors: Los Angeles Kings, Calgary Flames and Montreal Canadiens

On the Los Angeles Kings ... The Fourth Period: Kings GM Rob Blake is looking to acquire a top-four defenseman and a top-nine forward. When Jeff Carter returns, the Kings could move Adrian Kempe to their third-line center. If they…

Mark Easson

NHL Rumors: New York Rangers, New Jersey Devils, and the Chicago Blackhawks

On the New York Rangers ... Andy Strickland: There has been speculation that Rangers pending free agent Michael Grabner could re-sign in the offseason, but there has been no talks. On the New York Rangers, New Jersey Devils, and John…

Mark Easson

2018 NHL Trade Deadline Buyers – Western Conference

The NHL's Feb. 26 trade deadline is a little over two weeks away. As the date approaches, there's growing speculation over which clubs could be potential buyers. Earlier this week, we examined the five Eastern Conference teams most like to…

Lyle Richardson

NHL Rumors: Rangers, Rangers, And More Rangers

On the New York Rangers, Rick Nash, and their rebuild … Mike Johnston on SportsNet: An emphasis was placed on how New York would handle the Rangers' forward. The Rick Nash sweepstakes might come down to ten teams. There is an overall…

Chris Wassel