Morning Hits: Suspension, Waivers and Injury Notes
On the LA Kings ... NHL Player Safety: Forward Tanner Pearson was suspended for the remainder of the preseason and two regular season for an illegal check to the head. On waivers yesterday ... James Mirtle: Players who were put…
Injury Notes: Wings, Sabres, Leafs, Wild, Senators and Avs
On the Detroit Red Wings ... Ansar Khan: Red Wings coach Jeff Blashill said that Niklas Kronwall could be ready for their season opener against the Lightning. On the Buffalo Sabres ... Paul Hamilton: Sabres Zach Bogosian has a pulled…
Afternoon Hits: Isles, Leafs, Panthers, Hawks, Devils and more
On the New York Islanders ... Darren Dreger: The Islanders have signed defenseman Dennis Seidenberg to a one-year deal worth $1 million. The Senators were one of seven teams interested in Seidenberg. All teams wanted to wait, but the Islanders were…
NHL Rumors: Flames, Stars, Blues and Outdoor Games
On the Calgary Flames ... Andy Strickland: The Calgary Flames and Brian Elliott's camp have begun contract extension talks. Chris Nichols of Today's Slapshot: Darren Dreger on TSN 1050 on contract extension talks between the Flames and Elliott. “I mean, clearly…
Afternoon Hits: Blues, Kings, Panthers, Hawks, Sens and more
On the St. Louis Blues ... Aivis Kalnins: The KHL and central registry confirmed that Vladimir Sobotka will return to Avangard Omsk. Aivis Kalnins: Avangard released a statement saying that Sobotka is under contract with them and has no rights to play…
NHL Rumors: Senators, Wild, Coyotes and Stars
On the Ottawa Senators ... Darren Dreger: The Senators are one of a handful of teams that have interest in defenseman Dennis Seidenberg. Seidenberg's had a strong World Cup and the first team to make a competitive offer to him,…
Afternoon Hits: Marchand, Hawks, Pens, Isles, Devils and Sens
On Brad Marchand ... General Fanager: Brad Marchand's contract extension with the Bruins carries a no-movement clause for the first five season. It turns to a modified no-trade for the final three years. 2022-23: 6 team trade list, 2023-24: 15 team…
NHL Rumors: Blues, Senators and Coyotes
On the St. Louis Blues ... Jeremy Rutherford: There was no update on the Vladimir Sobotka situation yesterday. Somewhat related, coach Ken Hitchcock said that they will get a look at Jaden Schwartz and Robby Fabbri at center. On the…
NHL Rumors: Senators, Leafs, Penguins, Russell and Ristolainen
On the Ottawa Senators ... Steve Simmons of the Toronto Sun: The Ottawa Senators are watching Dennis Seidenberg at the World Cup of Hockey, and he'll likely sign with them after. Simmons wonders what rule the Toronto Maple Leafs will stretch…
NHL Rumors: Ottawa Senators and Philadelphia Flyers
On the Ottawa Senators ... Bruce Garrioch: The Senators are still looking at some free agent forwards and could bring in one for depth. They are also looking at a possible PTO for defenseman. Ian Mendes: Senators GM Pierre Dorion on TSN…
Rumors and Notes: Avs, Senators, Stars and Bruins
On the Colorado Avalanche ... Mike Chambers: The Avalanche could name a new head coach as soon as today - will be this week. They completed their interview process on Monday. Terry Frei and Mike Chambers: Bob Boughner (Sharks assistant…
NHL Rumors and Notes: Flames, Avs, Penguins and Senators
On Johnny Gaudreau, Calgary Flames and the World Cup of Hockey ... Elliotte Friedman of Sportsnet: Johnny Gaudreau, Sean Monahan and Jacob Trouba are scheduled to play in the upcoming World Cup of Hockey, and all currently don't have contracts…