NHL Rumors: Eric Staal, Seth Jones and Trade Bait
On Eric Staal ... Pierre LeBrun of ESPN: One Eastern Conference GM on Eric Staal and that he could be a good buy-low free agent. "It'll be a worthwhile investment," said the GM. "Great team guy. He knows the game.…
NHL Rumors: Ladd Suitors, and the Detroit Red Wings
On Andrew Ladd ... Darren Dreger: Among the teams that are interested in Andrew Ladd are the Islanders, Predators, Lightning and Canadiens. When Steven Stamkos' situation is settled, the next wave of signings will begin. Adam Vingan: Wonder if Ladd…
NHL Rumors: Matt Martin and Cam Fowler
On Matt Martin ... Craig Custance: Martin will do well in free agency and will get more money than people might think. Arthur Staple of Newsday: Martin is prepared for free agency, though he still hopes a deal could get…
NHL Rumors: Shipachyov, Islanders, Rangers and Wings
On Vadim Shipachyov ... Elliotte Friedman: There were rumblings last night that Vadim Shipachyov, who originally thought would be able to come to the NHL until 2016-17, could be a possibility to now to come over before then. Aivis Kalnins: Friedman's…
NHL Rumors: Ducks, Penguin, Panthers, Canucks and More
Elliotte Friedman of Sportsnet: Sabres GM Tim Murray would likely trade Tyler Ennis for Ducks Cam Fowler. The Ducks may be looking to move Fowler because of the expansion draft and that he could be wiling to go to free…
NHL Rumors: New York Rangers and New York Islanders
On the New York Rangers ... Jimmy Murphy: Source on the Rangers possibly trade forwards Derek Stepan and Rick Nash: "They're trying to move both but good luck with Nash." Pat Leonard of the NY Daily News: The Rangers couldn't really…
NHL Rumors: Trade Bait, Oilers, Islanders, Canucks and Shattenkirk
Trade Bait List ... Frank Seravalli of TSN: Top 30 players and draft picks that could be traded this offseason. 30. P.K. Subban - Montreal Canadiens 29. Dustin Brown - Los Angeles Kings 28. Tyler Bozak - Toronto Maple Leafs 27.…
NHL Rumors: Rangers, Islanders and Blue Jackets
On the New York Rangers and New York Islanders ... Larry Brooks of the NY Post: The NY Rangers won't be trading for Winnipeg Jets defenseman Jacob Trouba unless they send Ryan McDonagh to the Jets. Sources saying the NY…
NHL Rumors: Hurricanes, Blues, Carlyle, Ladd, Isles, Rangers and More
On the Carolina Hurricanes ... Bob McKenzie: The Hurricanes are close to re-signing Cam Ward to a two-year contract extension. On the St. Louis Blues ... Andy Strickland: Wouldn't be a surprise if the Blues re-signed Kyle Brodziak. On Randy…
NHL Rumors – The NHL Buyout Period Begins Today
On the NHL Buyout Period ... John Buccigross: The NHL buyout period starts at 5 pm today and runs through 5 pm on June 30th. On the Toronto Maple Leafs ... Darren Dreger: The Maple Leafs have put Jared Cowen…
NHL Rumors: Penguins, Islanders and Flames
On the Pittsburgh Penguins ... Jimmy Murphy: Being ask about if Penguins Evgeni Malkin could possibly be available - from a Penguins source: "Not unless we get superstar center back!" On the New York Islanders ... Arthur Staple: The Islanders would…
NHL Rumors: Panthers, Red Wings, Islanders and Predators
On the Florida Panthers ... Harvey Fialkov: The Panthers have saved $7.6 million in cap space (after the Marc Savard and Erik Gudbranson trades) and are expecting to sign Vincent Trocheck to a long-term deal and probably Brian Campbell. On…