Rumors IV: Crowded Crease in Ottawa and Talking to RFAs
Bruce Garrioch of the Ottawa Sun: Sources saying the Sabres, Oilers and Sharks called the Senators about Robin Lehner before the Senators locked up Andrew Hammond for three years. Some teams may be more interested in Craig Anderson, who doesn't…
Rumors and Video: Coaching – Wings, Sharks, Devils and Avs
Red Wings GM Ken Holland's media availability after Mike Babcock signed with the Maple Leafs. Ansar Khan of MLive: Jeff Blashill will likely be the next head coach of the Red Wings. GM Ken Holland said his search will start…
Rumors I: Bruins, Avs, Sharks, Rychel, Jagr, Toffoli and Capitals
Elliotte Friedman of Sportsnet: The Bruins may not be able sign Zane McIntrye until July 1st, though it is expected to get done. He could test free agency if he wanted too.The Avalanche will be looking for a defensive partner…
Rumors I: Coaching – Red Wings, Sabres and Oilers
Pierre LeBrun of ESPN: Mike Babcock to ESPN yesterday. "I hope to make a decision by morning, but I'm still very much undecided," Babcock told ESPN.com. Babcock talked with both the Red Wings and Sabres yesterday. Source saying that Sabres…
Rumors I: Coaching – Oilers, Sharks, Wings and Sabres
Gene Principe: Expected that the Oilers name Todd McLellan as their new head coach at 2 pm MT. Kevin Kurz of CSN Bay Area: Source saying that it was Mike Babcock who initiated the talks with the Sharks. Other potential…
Rumors II: Blue Jackets, Sharks, Matthews and Jagr
Elliotte Friedman: The Blue Jackets are looking for defensemen and hearing that Kerby Rychel's name is out there. The Blue Jackets have lots of good, young forwards and Rychel has value. Aaron Portzline: Blues Jackets Mike Reilly plans to become…
Rumors I: Four Teams In On Babcock … Leafs GM/Coaching Search
Ansar Khan of MLive: Wonder if Mike Babcock will take less to remain Red Wings where his family is comfortable, or will he take the best offer and move on?The Red Wings expect a decision by Friday at the latest.Four…
Rumors and Video: Coaching Notes and Top Vacancies
Elliott Friedman on SportsNet saying that barring a major breakdown, Todd McLellan will be the next head coach of the Edmonton Oilers. Kevin Allen of USA Today: Most desirable coaching vacancies: 1. Edmonton Oilers: Connor McDavid and the young forwards…
Rumors II: Sharks, Maple Leafs, Blues and Devils
Greg Brady: Hearing that San Jose is not in on Mike Babcock. Sounding like it was his call and not from lack of interest. Steve Simmons of the Toronto Sun: The Leafs have missed out on or passed on potential…
Rumors III: Senators, Stars, Flyers, Blue Jackets and Coyotes
Bruce Garrioch of the Ottawa Sun: The Senators have started contract talks with pending UFA goalie Andrew Hammond. "I have been in touch with Ottawa, however nothing is imminent," Plante said in a text message early Monday morning. "Andrew is…
Rumors II: Oilers, Maple Leafs, Red Wings, Sharks and Flyers
Darren Dreger of TSN: If the Oilers don't get Babcock, they could look towards Claude Julien if he's let go, Todd McLellan, Todd Nelson and maybe one more candidate. Not expected to be on the list are Ken Hitchcock, Paul MacLean…
Rumors II: Penguins Offseason Outlook and Malkin Trade Destinations
Jason Mackey of the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review: Penguins GM Jim Rutherford said that ownership would not hold them back on potential buyouts, with Rob Scuderi and Chris Kunitz as possible candidates. “I have full support from ownership to do what's necessary…