Rumors: Flames, Lightning, Oilers, Flyers, Ducks, Leafs and Sens
Bruce Garrioch of the Ottawa Sun: GMs at the meetings last week were looking for defenseman. "Lots of teams looking for a defenceman," said a league executive, "and they all want one that can play in the top four." Among…
Rumors II: Avs, Sens, Blackhawks, Hurricanes and Blues
On the Avalanche ... Mike Chambers: Matt Duchene is NOT on the trade block and never was. The Avalanche are not actively trying to trade Duchene. "Much respect 4 my Canadian peers, but unless I'm being played, no substance here"…
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…
Trade Target: Carolina Hurricanes Andrej Sekera
Andrej Sekera is next up in our Trade Target series, a closer look players who could be dealt leading up to the March 2nd trade deadline. Written by Peter Harling, who can be found on twitter @pharling. With three points in…
NHL Rumors I: Kesler, Stastny, Wild, Iginla, Thornton, Pouliot and Oilers
Pierre LeBrun of ESPN: Sources saying the list of teams interested in trading for Ryan Kesler has grown. The Ducks and Blackhawks have been the front-runners all week, but despite more teams interested, does he want to go there? As…
NHL Rumors IV: Potential Oilers Targets, McGinn, Larsson, Boyle and Sabres
Mark Spector of SportsNet: The Oilers core players are likely remaining with the team. “Because I know how difficult it is to acquire those pieces,” says MacTavish, who has had this discussion with his own people, with other GMs, and…
Morning Hits: Regehr, Moore, Seidenberg, Competition Meetings, Flames and Wild
Dan Rosen: Kings defenseman Robyn Regehr is likely to play tonight. Dan Rosen: Rangers John Moore is expected back in the lineup after serving his suspension. He was paired with Kevin Klein at practice yesterday. Caryn Switaj of BostonBruins.com: Bruins…
NHL Rumors II: Jagr, Ward, Avalanche, Mantha and Capitals
Stephen Whyno: Jaromir Jagr just said that he doesn't know if next season will be his last in the NHL. Fluto Shinzawa of the Boston Globe: Hurricanes GM Ron Francis will try to find a take for Cam Ward. He…
NHL Free Agent Rumors: Kassian, Hainsey, Loktionov, Grabovski and Timonen
Ian Mendes:: Senators GM Bryan Murray: "Matt Kassian's not in our plans -- and we're not in his plans." Chip Alexander: Hurricanes pending UFA Ron Hainsey likes the fit and will "see how it goes." Michael Smith: Hurricanes Andrei Loktionov wants to…
Afternoon Hits: Injuries, Scratches, Lines and Some Starting Goalies
Tracey Myers: Blackhawks coach Joel Quenneville said that Patrick Kane could start skating "as early as tomorrow." Andy Strickland: Blues Alex Steen (upper-body) and Barrett Jackman (lower-body) are day-to-day. Their injuries are not serious, but they won't play tonight. Mike…
2013-14 NHL Trade Deadline Feature: Boston Bruins
Written by John Sheppard and can be followed at @jisheppard. As we are now back from the Olympic break and getting close to the trade deadline, it is time to take a look at the Boston Bruins. First of all before…
Morning Rumors IV: Canucks, Oilers, Panthers, Wild, Stars, Canadiens, Islanders, Sharks, Preds and Many More
Bruce Garrioch of the Ottawa Sun: It's believed the Penguins, Blackhawks and Red Wings are interested in Ryan Kesler. Oilers GM Craig MacTavish may find a taker for Ales Hemsky by Wednesday. The Oilers made a pitch for Andrei Markov.…