Tag: Montreal Canadiens

Rumors and Notes: Richards, Avs and Canucks

On Brad Richards ... Mike Morreale: Brad Richards announced his retirement yesterday. General Fanager: Even though he retired, Richards will get $5,055,556 from the Rangers this year from buying him out. He's is owed $14.55 from now until 2025-26. On the…

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NHL Hits: Benn, Rangers, Luongo, Las Vegas and Subban

On the Dallas Stars ... Dallas Stars: Statement from Dallas Stars GM Jim Nill on Jamie Benn. "Jamie Benn underwent surgery to repair a core muscle injury on Thursday, July 14 at the Vincera Institute in Philadelphia, PA. His operation,…

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Videos: Part 1 and 2 of P.K. Subban’s Interview on Sportsnet

Part 1: P.K. Subban talks with Sportsnet Eric Engels about the trade that sent him to the Nashville Predators. Eric Engels of Sportsnet: Canadiens owner Geoff Molson. “I have a lot of respect for P.K.,” Canadiens owner Geoff Molson told…

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Canadiens GM Bergevin Lays Out How Subban Trade Went Down

On the Montreal Canadiens and P.K. Subban ... Dave Stubbs of NHL.com: An interview with Montreal Canadiens GM Marc Bergevin talking about the Canadiens, and the P.K. Subban - Shea Weber trade with the Nashville Predators. Bergevin on how the…

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NHL Rumors: Canadiens, Panthers, Predators and Rangers

On Vadim Shipachov ... Harvey Fialkov: Source saying the Panthers are talking to Vadim Shipachov. Aivis Kalnins: The Canadiens have spoken with Shipachov multiple times. The Panthers have been interested since the beginning. Aivis Kalnins: Hearing that Shipachov is looking…

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NHL Rumors: Coyotes, Islanders, Radulov and Top Remaining UFAs

On the Arizona Coyotes and Shane Doan ... John Shannon: Hearing that a Coyotes - Shane Doan deal is close. He's not going anywhere. John Shannon: When he signs, it will be for one year. Craig Morgan: Source saying that…

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NHL Rumors: Habs, Avs, Stars, Panthers, Leafs and Flyers

On the Montreal Canadiens ... HabsLinks: Canadiens GM Marc Bergevin on free agency: "Some guys just tell me they won't play in Montreal." On the Colorado Avalanche ... David Pagnotta: The Avs and Nathan MacKinnon have already started contract talks. They…

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NHL Rumors: Lucic, Campbell, Boedker, Hamhuis, Russell and Perron

On Milan Lucic ... David Pagnotta: Source saying the Kings final offer to Milan Lucic was for eight years and $34 million - a $4.25 million cap hit. He's making $8 million more and one less year with the Oilers.…

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NHL Rumors: Eriksson, Okposo, Avs, Radulov and Rumor Roundup

On Loui Eriksson ... Jimmy Murphy: Hearing the Panthers are not in on Loui Eriksson. Teams to watch include the Red Wings, Canadiens, Blues, Sharks and Devils. On Kyle Okposo ... Arthur Staple: Sounding like Kyle Okposo has shortened his list…

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NHL Rumors: Lucic, Eriksson, Vanek and Canucks

On Milan Lucic ... Pierre LeBrun: Hearing that Milan Lucic has narrowed his decision to two teams. Pierre LeBrun: Not sure which teams are the final two, but the Edmonton Oilers, Vancouver Canucks, Montreal Canadiens and Dallas Stars are among…

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NHL Rumors: Kings, Maple Leafs, Avs, Trade Bait and Flames

On the Los Angeles Kings ... Jon Rosen: Former captain Dustin Brown: "can't say I agree with it honestly, but in saying that, I think Kopi's going to be a great captain." Jon Rosen: Brown on his relationship now with…

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NHL Rumors: Subban, Kings, Stamkos and the Lightning

On P.K. Subban ... Adrian Dater: An anonymous ex Canadien to the Toronto Star on Subban:  "They hated how much fun he had. The fact that he never sulked and pouted, win or lose, just bugged them" On the Los…

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