Morning Hits: Kane, Sydor, Datsyuk, Sharks, and Islanders
Stefano Esposito of the Chicago Sun-Times: Patrick Kane has met with investigators from the Erie County District Attorney's office according to unnamed law enforcement sources. Kane's attorney was there, and one source in the News' story said a detective from…
Rumors and Notes: Capitals, Briere, Russo, and Bulmer
J.J. Regan of CSN Washington: Regan thinks the Capitals are done up front, and that Andre Burakovsky will take over as their third line center. Five of their top-six forwards are likely set with Alex Ovechkin, Nicklas Backstrom, T.J. Oshie,…
Rumors and Notes: Islanders, Oilers, Devils and Red Wings
Arthur Staple: The Islanders and UFA Marek Zidlicky have been talking that past few weeks about a contract. Nothing has been decided on, but there is interest. Jonathan Willis of the Edmonton Journal: Willis wonders if Eric Gryba has a…
Top 2016 NHL Free Agents – Part I: Ranking Forwards 6 to 10
With the free agent class mostly settled into new homes, it’s time to start speculating on next year’s UFA group. While the 2014-15 cohort lacked elite impact players, next season’s list of potential free agents offers star power at many…
Rangers III: Nash, Voracek, Sharp, Grabner, Fehr and More
On the Rangers and Nash ... Know there was some talk about Rick Nash in the last few weeks. His full no-trade ended today but sounds like NYR keeping him.— Elliotte Friedman (@FriedgeHNIC) July 1, 2015 On the Flyers ...…
Rumors XI: Coyotes, Leafs, Ward, Stars, Sens, Blues, Sabres and More
On the Coyotes and Tyler Bozak ... Mentioned this on TSN 1050. Coyotes remain interested in Tyler Bozak.— Darren Dreger (@DarrenDreger) July 1, 2015 On the Maple Leafs ... Darren Dreger: According to one GM: "The #Leafs seem to be…
Rumors IV: Panthers, Isles, Coyotes, Blues and Stars
On the Panthers ... Free agency opens tomorrow, #FlaPanthers are in the market for a No. 3 goaltender and some AHL depth. Look for a few minor deals at least.— Jameson Olive (@JamesonCoop) July 1, 2015 On the Islanders ...…
Rumors III: Canucks, Coyotes, Islanders, and Blue Jackets
Brad Zimer of the Vancouver Sun: The Canucks don't figure to be big players in the free agent pool this year as they have little cap space. “We are up against it with the salary cap so unless we can…
Rumors and Notes: Capitals and Maple Leafs
Chuck Gormley of CSN Washington: GM Brian McLellan still thinks the trade route will be a better way to improve the Capitals than through free agency. “I anticipate not being active right off the hop,” MacLellan told reporters when asked…
Rumors IV: Kessel, Lack, Grabner, Sharp, Beleskey and More
On the Leafs and Penguins ... And heard last night Pens were only team in on Phil Kessel. Doesn't change #Isles plans, but would be a big change for a rival.— Arthur Staple (@StapeNewsday) June 27, 2015 On the Rangers,…
Rumors III: Leafs, Canucks, Oilers, Avs, Islanders and Capitals
TSN Insider Trading: Dreger: A good chance that the Maple Leafs don't trade Phil Kessel.McKenzie: If they can get a good return for any of Kessel, Dion Phaneuf, Tyler Bozak and others, they will do it. Haven't heard Phaneuf's name…
Rumors X: Red Wings, O’Reilly, Blues, Blackhawks and Miele
Helene St. James from Detroit Free Press: The Red Wings own the 19th overall pick, but don't select again until 73rd thanks to the Erik Cole trade. It appears Assistant GM Ryan Martin has a plan in place for his…