Rumors I: On the Airwaves: Hurricanes, Maple Leafs and Flyers
Hope Smoke: Bob McKenzie: "Everyone's talking about Eric Staal now, but I think the fork in the road for Ron Francis was at the draft or shortly there after" ... "That was the time when he said Rutherford did things certain…
Looking Back: The Rick Nash Trade to the Rangers by the Blue Jackets
This is part one of a two-part series looking back at two blockbuster trades between the Columbus Blue Jackets and the New York Rangers during the 2012-2013 season. Part two is about the trade that brought Marian Gaborik to Columbus…
Rumors: Flyers, Rangers, Oilers, Ducks, Stars, Flames, Canes, Pens and Leafs
Frank Seravalli of the Philadelphia Daily News: Flyers GM Ron Hextall is looking for a defenseman who can control play in the defensive zone, has an expiring contract and won't cost much. Francis Bouillon turned down a contract from the…
Injuries: Lightning, Bruins, Stars, Jackets, Rangers, Wings plus more
Joe Smith: Lightning coach Jon Cooper said it would be miraculous if Alex Killorn or Ryan Callahan play tonight. Joe Smith: Lightning's Radko Gudas didn't skate yesterday and likely won't play tonight. He might be able to go on Friday.…
Quick Hits: Injuries, Line Combos and Defensive Pairings
Erik Erlendsson: Lightning's Victor Hedman will be out four to six weeks after having surgery to repair his fractured finger. Ansar Khan: Pavel Datsyuk is skating on a line with Henrik Zetterberg and Justin Abdelkader this morning. The Wings send…
Injuries: Stastny, Girardi, Hedman, Hanzal, Laich plus more
Jeremy Rutherford: Blues Paul Stastny is out week-to-week with a shoulder injury. Steve Zipay: Rangers Dan Girardi is day-to-day after receiving some stitches from blocking a shot. Erik Erlendsson of the Tampa Bay Tribune: Victor Hedman "could miss a significant…
Rumors: Looking for Dmen, Depth and Some Players Available
Bruce Garrioch of the Ottawa Sun: Panthers GM Dale Tallon is on the hotseat as their owners are demanding they be competitive. Oilers coach Dallas Eakins is on the hotseat as well, and GM Craig MacTavish may have to go…
Videos: NHL Highlights From Oct. 16th 2014
There were seven games on the NHL schedule last night, including the Canadiens home opener against the Bruins.
Rumors III: Marc and Eric Staal, Alfie, Babcock, Horton and Myers
Hope Smoke: Bob McKenzie: "My understanding with M.Staal is that he's negotiating a deal with NYR but it's gone quiet of late." ... "He's looking for a deal north of what Girardi got. I think NYR are thinking they want to pay…
Rumors II: Radio Talk Involving Eric Staal
Hope Smoke: Darren Dreger on TSN Radio: "They'd be keenly interested because they have been in the past." ... "Conversations took place in the summer certainly before Francis took over for Rutherford." ... "'Toronto has coveted a top line C and many believe…
Injuries: Canes, Flyers, Lightning, Flames, Jackets, Oilers and Canucks
Michael Smith: Hurricanes Jeff Skinner will travel with the team to New York and decision on his status will be made today. Chip Alexander: The Hurricanes are not sure on Eric Staal. Andrej Sekera is close to returning. Skinner is…
Videos: NHL Highlights From Oct. 14th 2014
Highlights for nine games last night. Four games went to a shootout and one ended on OT.