NHL Rumors: Braden Holtby, Nicklas Backstrom, and the 2021 NHL Winter Classic
The Washington Capitals won’t be talking extension with Braden Holtby during the season. Term sticking point for Nicklas Backstrom and the Capitals and not money.
NHL Rumors: Scouting PIT-STL and LA-WSH, Oilers, Canadiens, Flames, Preds, Canucks and More
Canadiens were interested in Alec Martinez. The Flames were getting low ball offers for Sam Bennett. The Canucks and Jacob Markstrom expected to have contract talks soon.
NHL Injury Updates: Hurricanes, Avs, Oilers, Penguins, Blues, Lightning, Canucks and Capitals
Gabriel Landeskog could travel with the team this week. Mikko Rantanen held out for precautionary reasons. Nicklas Backstrom could be ready for Tuesday.
Eastern Conference Injuries: Sabres, Red Wings, Senators, Lightning, and Capitals
Steven Stamkos’ plan is return in the next two games. Nicklas Backstrom hopes to return during their road trip. Jimmy Howard leaves with a mid-body injury.
NHL Rumors: Los Angeles Kings, Buffalo Sabres, and the Washington Captials
The Kings and Tyler Toffoli aren’t talking. Nicklas Backstrom negotiating his own deal with the Capitals. The Buffalo Sabres talking with the Flames and Penguins.
NHL Injury Updates: Bruins, Sabres, Avs, Kings, Flyers, Sharks, Maple Leafs, Canucks, and Capitals
Sabres Rasmus Dahlin leaves with a concussion. Avalanche injury roundup – Mikko Rantanen close. Alec Martinez hit with skate and stepped on. Mitch Marner takes to the ice.
NHL Rumors: Calgary Flames, Washington Capitals, Toronto Maple Leafs and St. Louis Blues
No major changes coming for the Flames. Nicklas Backstrom and the Washington Capitals are talking contract extension. St. Louis Blues watching the Toronto Maple Leafs.