NHL Rumors: Joe Thornton, Mathew Barzal, and the Chicago Blackhawks
Thornton isn’t finished with hockey yet. Islanders plan on extending Barzal before he could receive an offer sheet. Blackhawks top management/coach will be back next year.
There is some hope within the NHL and NHLPA that they can at least get some playoff hockey in this season. Playoffs could be expanded to include more than the typical 16 teams.
Effect of Lower-Than-Projected NHL Salary Cap Upon Cap-Strapped Clubs
There is a chance that the NHL doesn’t play any more regular season games. This means a big decrease in hockey related revenue and a potential lower salary cap ceiling next season.
NHL Rumors: KHL, Canadiens, Panthers, Devils, Islanders, Blue Jackets, Kings, and the Penguins
More Russians to leave the KHL for N.A.? Canadiens weren’t close to trading Jeff Petry or Tomas Tatar. Islanders inquired about Joe Thornton? Penguins looked at Trevor Lewis?
NHL Injury Updates: Blackhawks, Blue Jackets, Predators, Islanders, Senators, Penguins, Sharks, Lightning, Canucks, and Jets
A scary scene for Islanders Johnny Boychuk. Corey Crawford pulled by concussion spotters but returns. Canucks hopeful that their banged up players can go tonight.
NHL Rumors: Josh Ho-Sang, Mark Borowiecki, and the Robin Lehner
Are the New York Islanders done with Josh Ho-Sang? Senators talking with Mark Borowiecki’s camp. Robin Lehner not totally happy with this time in Chicago.