NHL News: Ducks, Sabres, Avs, Jackets, Kings, Habs, Devils, Flyers, Pens, and Leafs
On the Anaheim Ducks ... John Hoven: The Ducks have signed forward Kalle Kossila to a one-year, two-way deal at $650,000. Renaud Lavoie: The Ducks have signed Kevin Roy to a one-year, two-way deal at $874,000. On the Buffalo Sabres…
NHL Rumors: Blackhawks, Blue Jackets, and Penguins
Blackhawks prospect goaltender looking for a trade ... Scott Powers: Ivan Nalimov was under contract in the KHL this offseason when the Blackhawks signed Kevin Lankinen. It's hard to say what his trade value is, but his agent said they…
NHL News: Ducks, Coyotes, Canes, Blackhawks, Jackets, Stars, Wings, Wild, Habs and Lots More
On the Anaheim Ducks ... Chris Johnston: The Ducks put Korbinian Holzer on regular waivers, not the buyout/termination type of waivers. On the Arizona Coyotes ... Craig Morgan: The conditional pick the Coyotes sent to the Red Wings in the…
NHL Rumors: Columbus Blue Jackets – Panarin, Bobrovsky, Cole and the Draft
On the Blue Jackets and Artemi Panarin ... George Richards of the Columbus Dispatch: Elliotte Friedman reported yesterday that "at this time" Artemi Panarin is not interested in talking contract extension with the Blue Jackets. Friedman added that they will see what…
NHL Rumors: Wild, Blue Jackets and the Lightning
On the Minnesota Wild ... Michael Russo: Paul Fenton and Tom Fitzgerald appear to be the finalists for the vacant Minnesota Wild general managers position. Sources said that Fenton was expected to be in Minnesota yesterday for likely his final interview…
NHL News: Coyotes, Blue Jackets, Kings and Jets
On the Arizona Coyotes ... Richard Morin: Coyotes GM John Chayka said that newly acquired Marcus Kruger underwent sports hernia surgery about two weeks ago. He had been dealing with the issue last year. Kruger should be ready for the start of…
Fantasy Hockey: Three Players Poised For Breakout Years in 2017-18
With the 2017-18 season just around the corner, let’s look at some young, up-and-coming players poised to breakout this season. Andre Burakovsky - Washington Capitals Burakovsky is seemingly everyone's favorite breakout pick -- and for a good reason. The 22-year-old…
NHL Rumors: Edmonton Oilers and Top Five Trade Destinations for Matt Duchene
On the Edmonton Oilers ... Jim Matheson: Wondering if the easiest solutions for the Oilers and Leon Draisaitl is a two-year bridge deal with a $6 million salary cap hit. David Staples of the Edmonton Journal: Hard to argue that…
NHL Rumors: Columbus Blue Jackets and Matt Duchene
ColumsuOn the Columbus Blue Jackets ... Aaron Portzline of the Columbus Dispatch: The Blue Jackets continue to look for a top-six center and continue talks with the Colorado Avalanche about Matt Duchene. The Avs traded for center Colin Wilson to…
NHL Injuries: Rangers, Lightning, Wings, Islanders, Blue Jackets, Stars and Ducks
On the New York Rangers ... New York Rangers: Henrik Lundqvist said he'll return on Sunday and will be starting. New York Rangers: Defenseman Dan Girardi will return to the lineup today. On the Tampa Bay Lightning ... Joe Smith…
Morning Hits: Suspensions, Waivers and Injuries
On the Dallas Stars ... Mark Stepneski: Stars defenseman Jamie Oleksiak was suspended for two games for his illegal check to the head of Chris VandeVelde. Cap Friendly: Oleksiak will forfeith $10,208.33 in salary for the two game suspension. On…
2016-17 Columbus Blue Jackets Top 10 Prospects
Since joining the NHL as an expansion franchise, Columbus has not had a lot of success. Though they have done a very good job of drafting and developing players, which is evident in the AHL affiliate Lake Erie claiming a…