NHL Rumors: Oilers, Datsyuk, Reimer and Doan
On the Edmonton Oilers ... Robert Tychkovski of the Edmonton Sun: The Oilers will have to decide this offseason if they should dismantle some of their core or not. Connor McDavid should be the only untouchable. The Oilers played themselves…
NHL Rumors: Datsyuk, Duchene, Vesey and Zibanejad
On the Detroit Red Wings ... Ted Kulfan of the Detroit News: On the report that Pavel Datsyuk could return to Russia after this season. Datsyuk could be talking to the media after today's practice. If he does leave, his…
Rumors II: Isles, Hurricanes, Canadiens, Wild and Blues
On the Islanders, Hurricanes and Canadiens ... Sportsnet's 'Headlines' with Damien Cox and Elliotte Friedman: The Red Wings, Ducks and Kings talked to the Islanders about Travis Hamonic, but were told that they were not a fit. Friedman adds that…
Rumors II: Kings, Leafs, Jets, Lightning, Avs and Ducks
On the Kings and Maple Leafs ... David Pagnotta of The Fourth Period: The Kings and Anze Kopitar are not close on a contract extension. Both sides have agreed on eight-years, but are apart on money. Pagnotta doesn't see Kopitar…
Rumors: Ducks, Flames, Avs, Jackets, Hurricanes, Leafs and Predators
Garrioch roundup ... Bruce Garrioch of the Ottawa Sun: Bruce Boudreau got a vote of confidence from GM Bob Murray, but a finger is being pointed at Murray in some circles. Some around the league are wondering if Murray will…
Rumors I: Avalanche – Draft, Trades and Free Agency
Mike Chambers of the Denver Post: The Avalanche will select the best player available with their No. 10 pick in next weeks draft according Joe Sakic. "We know there are some good D (defensemen) that are going to be up…
Rumors IX: Blackhawks, Kings, Red Wings, Avalanche and Flyers
Brett Cyrgalis of the NY Post: The Blackhawks have entered the trade market, joining the Rangers who were waiting for the prices to come down to their liking. It's hard to see the Rangers winning a bidding war over the…
Rumors IX: Wisniewski’s List, Vermette and Friedman’s Thoughts
Aaron Portzline: Have been told that James Wisniewski's list of 10 no-trade teams was created in a way to make it difficult for the Blue Jackets to trade him. On the list are teams that have no salary cap room…
NHL Rumors VII: Avalanche Edition – Stastny, O’Reilly and an Outdoor Game
Adrian Dater of the Denver Post: Paul Stastny is able to start talking to teams next Wednesday. "We're hopeful we can sign him," Sakic said. "We have our structure, and I know he understands that. He's earned the right to…
NHL Rumors II: Panthers, Flyers, Maple Leafs, Penguins and Avs
The Fourth Period: The Panthers are hoping to re-sign pending RFAs Dmitry Kulikov and Eric Gudbranson, as well as pending UFA Tom Gilbert. Gilbert and the Panthers will talk about an extension before July 1st. The Panthers have already had…
Morning Hits: Buyouts, Awards, Canadiens and Murray Not Worried About Draft Lottery Change
David Pagnotta: "Players signed to new deals under new CBA can be bought out this summer, but don't count towards compliance buyouts." Bob McKenzie: Talked to 16 coaches about some NHL awards. Jack Adams: 11 of 16 voted for Patrick Roy, finishing…
Morning Rumors III: Parenteau, Subban, Gagner, Yakupov, Stewart, Kings, Senators, Buyers and Sellers
Mike Chambers of the Denver Post: Avalanche's P.A. Parenteau was a healthy scratch for the second straight game. He has two more years left at $4 million per. Rumors that the Canadiens may be willing to trade P.K. Subban for…