Tag: Mike Green

Ranking the Top-10 NHL Unrestricted Free Agents at Season’s End

As the 2017-18 NHL regular-season draws to a close, it's worthwhile to examine the value of this summer's top-10 unrestricted NHL free agents. Several notable players, such as the Boston's Zdeno Chara, Pittsburgh's Patric Hornqvist and Vegas' Jonathan Marchessault, have…

Lyle Richardson

NHL Rumors: Edmonton Oilers and the San Jose Sharks

On the Edmonton Oilers ... Allan Mitchell of The Athletic: Looking at three areas of need for the Oilers this offseason, and the top free agents at that position. Right-handed defenseman - one that can play on the power-play. John…

Mark Easson

The Montreal Canadiens Are Facing A Crucial Off-Season

A year after finishing atop the Atlantic Division, the Montreal Canadiens will miss the playoffs for the second time in three seasons. They're one of the league's lowest-scoring teams and among the worst defensive clubs. Injuries to key players, such as goaltender Carey…

Lyle Richardson

Eastern Conference News: Bruins, Sabres, Canes, Jackets, Wings, Rangers, Lightning, Capitals and Playoff Races

On the Boston Bruins ... Boston Bruins: Coach Bruce Cassidy said that forward Patrice Bergeron would meet with doctors today and if things go well he could join the team in Minnesota on the weekend. On the Buffalo Sabres ...…

Mark Easson

Off-season Options for 2018 NHL Trade Deadline Losers

The 2018 NHL Trade Deadline saw a number of clubs address their immediate roster needs. However, several teams failed to bring in some much-needed help. Some sellers, such as the Edmonton Oilers and Vancouver Canucks, weren't able to find decent…

Lyle Richardson

NHL Rumors: Deadline Fallout – Pacioretty, Maple Leafs, Penguins, and Ducks

Pacioretty didn't ask to be moved ... Eric Engels of Sportsnet: (entire article is worth reading) Canadiens forward Max Pacioretty on getting through the trade deadline after being surrounded by trade rumors. "It’s no surprise my name is out there,…

Mark Easson

NHL Rumors: Rangers, Senators, Sabres, Canadiens, Red Wings, and Wild

** Quick twitter embed post before they are dated ** On the New York Rangers and Ryan McDonagh ... Told there is a lot of activity on Ryan McDonagh. Obviously no guarantee, and Rangers could wait til the wire or…

Mark Easson

NHL Rumors: Stars, Flames, Kane, Karlsson, Green, Maroon and Johnson

On the Dallas Stars ... David Pagnotta: Could see the Dallas Stars acquiring a secondary scorer. The Stars need scoring depth and prefer a non-rental player. On the Calgary Flames ... Roger Millions: Feels like the Flames won't do anything…

Mark Easson

NHL Rumors: Sabres, Red Wings, Canadiens, Wild, and Canucks

On the Buffalo Sabres ... Renaud Lavoie: There has been lots of talk about Evander Kane. A few teams are showing some interest in Benoit Pouliot. Dan Kingerski: "I do believe Jason Botterill is learning a very important lesson right now:…

Mark Easson

NHL Trade Rumors: Sharks, Coyotes, Hurricanes, Red Wings, and Lightning

The trade deadline is two days away and chatter is at a crazy level. Here is the latest. Sharks should be able to keep goalies Paul Gackle of the Mercury News writes that San Jose should not have a problem…

Chris Wassel

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

Teams worried about Chris Tanev's injuries ... Rick Dhaliwal: A source is saying about Chris Tanev: "The #Canucks are getting calls on Tanev but teams are worried about the injury and as a result, the offers have not been great."…

Mark Easson

Eastern Conference News: Bruins, Canes, Wings, Panthers, Habs, Devils, Rangers, Pens, Lightning and Leafs

On the Boston Bruins ... Joe Haggerty: Forward Anders Bjork had left shoulder surgery and is out for the remainder of the season. On the Boston Bruins and Florida Panthers ... Boston Bruins: The Bruins have traded forward Frank Vatrano…

Mark Easson