Eastern Conference News: Blue Jackets, Red Wings, Panthers, Devils, Islanders, Rangers, Maple Leafs, and Capitals
On the Columbus Blue Jackets ... Brian Hedger: Coach John Tortorella on defenseman Ryan Murray's injury: “Not even close. Not even in the conversation for me.” Aaron Portzline: Murray was on the ice on Wednesday and skated for one drill before…
NHL Rumors: Blue Jackets, Canadiens, Lightning, Senators, Rangers, and Sharks
On the Columbus Blue Jackets, Montreal Canadiens, Tampa Bay Lightning, Ottawa Senators, New York Rangers, and San Jose Sharks ... Sportsnet: Hockey Night in Canada Headlines. Chris Johnston: On the report that Blue Jackets defenseman Jack Johnson has requested a…
NHL News: Ducks, Bruins, Blackhawks, Canadiens, Flyers, Lightning, Leafs, Caps, Lines and Pairings
On the Anaheim Ducks ... Eric Stephens: Forwards Ryan Getzlaf and Ryan Kesler were taking some turns with Jakob Silfverberg at practice today. All players are injured so can't read too much into it, but a promising sign. Anaheim Ducks:…
NHL Rumors: Sabres and Kane … Canucks Trade Scenarios
On Buffalo Sabres winger Evander Kane ... Craig Custance of The Athletic: Evander Kane when asked how he blocks out trade rumors during the contract year that he is in. "You know what? I’m not necessarily trying to block it…
NHL Rumors: New York Islanders and the Toronto Maple Leafs
On the New York Islanders and John Tavares ... Larry Brooks of the NY Post: John Tavares keeps maintaining that he wants to remain with the NY Islanders, but it's unclear why he hasn't been signed to a long-term contract…
NHL Rumors: Toronto Maple Leafs – Hunwick, Expansion, Methot, Miller, and Boyle
On the Toronto Maple Leafs ... Chris Johnston: Coach Mike Babcock said he'd like to have UFA defenseman Matt Hunwick back next year. Frank Seravalli: The Maple Leafs have been talking to Vegas about a potentials deals, but they seem…
NHL Expansion Draft: Toronto Maple Leafs Primer
The Maple Leafs rebounded from a last place finish in 2016 to getting to the playoffs for the first time in four years due mostly to the exploits of a roster heavily populated with rookies, including Calder Trophy nominee Auston…
NHL Rumors: Toronto Maple Leafs and the New York Islanders.
On the Toronto Maple Leafs ... Rob Longley of the Toronto Sun: The defense remains the Toronto Maple Leafs biggest area of concern. Morgan Rielly is obviously not 100 percent after returning from a high ankle sprain. Their recent struggles…
Eastern Conference Injuries: Habs, Rangers, Lightning, Sabres, Leafs and Wings
On the Montreal Canadiens ... Brian Wilde: No decision yet on whether Phillip Danault will be available today. Has an upper-body injury On the New York Rangers ... Steve Zipay: Alain Vigneault said that Kevin Hayes is getting close to…
Atlantic Division Injuries: Lightning, Bruins, Maple Leafs, Sabres and Wings
On the Tampa Bay Lightning ... Joe Smith of the Tampa Bay Times: Steven Stamkos met with his surgeons last week and "they're pleased with how he looks and where he's at." He was expected to be out for four months,…
NHL Injuries: Pens, Habs, Leafs, Devils, Sabres, Wings, Kings, Hawks, Avs, Ducks and Oilers
On the Pittsburgh Penguins ... Jason Mackey: The Penguins activated defenseman Kris Letang from the IR before last night's game. On the Montreal Canadiens ... SportsCentre: Defenseman Andrei Markov and forward David Desharnais returned to the lineup last night. Renaud Lavoie:…
Eastern Conference Injuries: Pens, Habs, Leafs, Bruins, Panthers, Rangers and More
On the Pittsburgh Penguins ... Pittsburgh Penguins: Coach Mike Sullivan said that Evgeni Malkin is working out off-ice and is making progress. He added that Kris Letang is a game-time decision tonight. On the Montreal Canadiens ... Eric Engels: The…