Tag: Montreal Canadiens

NHL Rumors: Ilya Kovalchuk – Some Teams That Might/Might Not Be Interested

On Ilya Kovalchuk ... Pierre LeBrun: There had been some teams that were questioning whether it was within the rules for Devils to do a Ilya Kovalchuk sign-and-trade. League source confirms that it is allowed. Mike Morreale: Devils GM Ray…

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NHL Rumors: Dadonov, Canadiens, Flyers and Couturier

On Evgeni Dadonov ... Aivis Kalnins: Evgeni Dadonov is still deciding on their whether he signs somewhere in the NHL or remains in the KHL. Chances are high that he stays in the KHL. On the Montreal Canadiens ... Aivis…

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NHL Rumors and Notes: Golden Knights, Canadiens, KHL – Dadonov and Shipachyov

On the Vegas Golden Knights and Evgeni Dadonov and Vadim Shipachyov ... Igor Eronko: Source saying that the Vegas Golden Knights are also interested in Evgeni Dadonov. Aivis Kalnins: Reports out of Russia today have the Golden Knights after Dadonov…

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NHL Rumors: Montreal Canadiens and Vancouver Canucks

On the Montreal Canadiens ... Eric Engels of Sportsnet: Canadiens GM Marc Bergevin said that the 24-year old Nathan Beaulieu was "at a crossroads" and that "the clock was ticking" on his developement. The clock may have sped up after…

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NHL Rumors: Hurricanes, Maple Leafs, Golden Knights and Canadiens

On the Carolina Hurricanes ... NHL.com: The Hurricanes traded for the rights to Scott Darling on Friday and the hope to sign him soon than later. "Obviously we'd like to get something done sooner rather than later," Hurricanes general manager…

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NHL Rumors: Canadiens, Islanders and Hurricanes

On the Montreal Canadiens and New York Islanders ... Eric Engels of Sportsnet: If the Islanders are not able to sign John Tavares to a contract extension, the Canadiens should make a move. The Islanders may have to explore the…

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NHL Injuries: Ducks, Capitals, Penguins, Predators, Canadiens and Stars

On the Anaheim Ducks ... Anaheim Ducks: Defenseman Kevin Bieksa suffered a lower-body injury and they'll continue to evaluate him today. On the Washington Capitals ... Tom Gulitti: Defenseman Karl Alzner (upper-body) skated as an extra defensive pair with Taylor…

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NHL Rumors: Montreal Canadiens Offseason Notes – Part 3

On the Montreal Canadiens ... Arpon Basu: When asked if having more teams interested in signing him would tempt him to test free agency on July 1st, Alexander Radulov responded with: "Things are going to be good if we're going…

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NHL Rumors: Montreal Canadiens Offseason Notes – Part 2 – Carey Price

On the Montreal Canadiens and Carey Price ... Montreal Canadiens: GM Marc Bergevin on the possibility of trading Carey Price: “I never comment on trades, but in this case I will; no.” Eric Engels: Bergevin on Price's willingness to remain with…

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NHL Rumors: Montreal Canadiens Offseason Notes – Part 1

On the Montreal Canadiens ... Eric Engels of Sportsnet: Canadiens goaltender Carey Price is eligible to sign a contract extension after July 1st. GM Marc Bergevin was asked if they could win with a goaltender taking up a big chunk…

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NHL Video: New York Rangers Beat The Monteal Canadiens In OT

Mika Zibanejad netted the overtime winner and Henrik Lundqvist recorded 34 saves in a 3-2 victory to give the Rangers a 3-2 series lead

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NHL Injuries: Senators, Penguins, Capitals, Canadiens, Maple Leafs, Ducks and Blues

On the Ottawa Senators ... Bruce Garrioch of the Ottawa Citizen: Defenseman Mark Borowiecki is listed as day-to-day with a leg injury but it's not looking like he'll be returning anytime soon. Coach Guy Boucher said he's "getting closer" but…

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