Some longterm contract notes … Savard staying … Ranger not attending Lightning camp
Dmitry Chesnokov via twitter: Chesnokov thinks that if Kovalchuk's Friday extension get extended again, he may leave for the KHL. Dmitry Chesnokov via twitter: The VP of the KHL doesn't think that Kovalchuk will end up in the KHL, means…
Staal’s return delayed … Ducks looking for D depth … Bergfors-Thrashers not close … Pens not talking to Kariya or Svatos
Rob Rossi of the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review: Penguins center Jordan Staal has "experienced a couple of setbacks" from the torn tendon is his foot. They will take it easy with him and there is no need for concern if he misses…
Kovalchuk to the KHL? Pens and Bruins say no Guerin
Dmitry Chesnokov via twitter: With the KHL season starting on Sept. 8th, there is the possibility that Kovalchuk starts there, then returns to the NHL when is contract is finalized. Dmitry Chesnokov via twitter: KHL is still offering Kovalchuk 1…
Penguins to decide on Guerin next week … Lecavalier under the knife … One rule change
Steve Simmons of the Toronto Sun: Lee Stempniak and his 28 goals last year isn't getting any offers above $1.5 million. Ira Kaufman of the Tampa Tribune: Lecavalier will undergo arthroscopic surgery on his left knee to repair the meniscus.…
Mitchell and Bieksa rumors … Could Chara get 10 years? Blues interested in Sweatt
Dan Murphy via twitter: Willie Mitchell has worked out for the Kings, Sharks, and Canucks. Capitals next. No confirmation on LA offer. Dan Murphy via twitter: No hometown discount for Mitchell and the Canucks, especially if the Kings may be…
League to look at other long-term deals? More ‘Hawks Options … Turco to decide in 7-10 days
William DePoali via twitter: Gary Bettman said yesterday that if the league wins its case against Ilya Kovalchuk, they may look in to other long-term deals. Richard Durrett of ESPN Dallas: According to his agent, Marty Turco is going to…
Canucks to be $4 million over cap … Devils could get fined … Stralman-Jackets far apart
Steve Simmons of the Toronto Sun: The league did try to get a maximum of 5 year and 7 year contracts in the last CBA, but the PA wouldn't go for it unless they were granted other terms. If the…
That free agent guy … Bieksa getting some interest … No rush for Modano
Mark Everson of the NY Post: A source close to Ilya Kovalchuk is saying he's still deciding between a couple teams, but the saga is close to ending. One source is saying the Kings have a 50-50 chance of signing…
Kovalchuk and Kings close … Market to open up soon? Malkin to the wing with Crosby
Nick Kyperos via Twitter: 8:40 AM Post - "A big swing in the Ilya/Kings talks. Major stumbling blocks have been rectified. A source now described it to me as "close but not done" Mike Russo via Twitter: Lockout protection has…
Kovalchuk and the Devils … Modano, Wings or retirement … Family concerns for Nabokov
Mark Everson of the NY Post: Nothing much has changed with Ilya Kovalchuk and the New Jersey Devils the past couple days. They are still considered the leading NHL candidate (maybe the only NHL candidate) to sign the Russian super-star.…
Will offer sheets start to come? Rumors surrounding Kovalchuk
Fluto Shinzawa of the Boston Globe: With the lack of depth in the NHL Free Agent market, teams may send out an offer sheets to improve their club. Some possible restricted free agents are Bobby Ryan, Marc Staal, Steve Downie,…
Leafs talking to Afinogenov … Yzerman still shopping … Bieksa receiving interest
David Pagnotta via Twitter: The Stars are still dangling Mike Ribeiro, but nothing is close. Rob Rossi via Twitter: The Penguins will take the weekend to look at some trade possibilities. They'd like to add a veteran 'character' guy who…