Injury Notes: Parros, Franzen, Thomas, Gaborik, Gudbranson, Lecavalier, Halischuk and others
Michael Farber: Canadiens George Parros told Farber that he is symptom free of a concussion. Arpon Basu: George Parros has a concussion. Ansar Khan: Red Wings GM Ken Holland said that Johan Franzen is out Tuesday. Franson is on concussion protocol.…
Morning Hits: Thornton, Clarkson, Porter, Peluso and Engelland
Josh Yohe: Bruins Shawn Thornton: "I will be consulting with the Bruins, my representation and the NHLPA about my next steps." Cap Geek: Maple Leafs David Clarkson has forfeited $397,280 in salary this season due to suspensions. Jeremy Rutherford: Blues have…
VIDEOS: Clarkson Suspended Two Games …. Thornton Suspended 15 Games
The NHL has suspended Maple Leafs winger David Clarkson for two games for an illegal check to the head of Blues Vladimir Sobotka. The NHL has suspended Bruins forward Shawn Thornton for 15 games for a match penalty for fighting Penguins…
Morning Rumors: Jets, Kane, Flyers, Bruins, Hurricanes and Scouting the Habs-Flyers
The Fourth Period: Jets GM Kevin Cheveldayoff continues to get calls on Evander Kane, but won't move unless he gets an offer he can't refuse. The Canadiens talked to the Jets about Kane in the summer and during the season.…
Morning Hits: Feaster, Flames, Baertschi, Lightning, Neuvirth and the Blues on Rising Cap
Darren Dreger: Early word is the former Flames GM Jay Feaster could sense something was wrong. Hope Smoke: Bob McKenzie: "Nieuwendyk is the front runner if it's a job he's interested in. Joe did make some mistakes in Dallas" ... "The question…
Morning Hits: Rising Salary Cap, McIlrath, Mrazek and Drouin
Craig Custance of ESPN: Impact of the rising cap. "It's going to loosen up talks for the higher-end players," one agent said. "It's going to expand opportunities for players to start signing contracts now. Most GMs I've spoken with have…
Morning Rumors: Leafs, Panthers, Rangers, Habs, Preds, Isles, Sabres, Blues, Canes, Pens and Avs
Bruce Garrioch of the Ottawa Sun: Trade talk has heated up, but not many teams have the salary cap space to make moves. “We have a cap world with parity but no flexibility,” said the executive. “It’s very difficult for teams…
Morning Hits: 2014-15 Salary Cap, Liles, Rielly, Pandolfo, Gilroy and Halak
Bob McKenzie: 2014-15 salary cap projection should come next week, sounding like it could be around $70 million. Stephen Whyno: The Maple Leafs have recalled John-Michael Liles. Bob McKenzie: Liles' recall doesn't necessarily mean that the Leafs will loan Morgan Rielly…
Morning Rumors: Steen, Miller, Gleason, Del Zotto, Dumba and Alfredsson
The Fouth Period: The Blues will have to wait until the season is over to negotiate with pending UFA Alexander Steen. "Alex prefers not to discuss a contract extension during the season and the team has respected that," Steen's agent,…
Injury Notes: Kostka, Bickell, Reaves, Horton, Gilroy, Nikitin and Lupul
Chris Kuc of the Chicago Tribune: Blackhawks defenseman Mike Kostka skated yesterday but remains on the IR. Bryan Bickell will still be out for a couple weeks with a left knee injury. Jeremy Rutherford: Blues Ryan Reaves had surgery yesterday…
Forbes 2013 NHL Team Values
Forbes put out their annual evaluation of NHL Team Values today. The Maple Leafs top out the list with a value of $1.15 billion. Seven teams are valued at $500 million or more. Six teams are valued at $200 million…
Morning Rumors: Sabres, Rangers, Coaches, Sharks, Panthers, Habs, Flames, Oilers, Isles, Pens and Roy
Bruce Garrioch of the Ottawa Sun: If Ryan Miller isn't willing to sign a contract extension with the Sabres, and it's thought that that conversation will take place, the new GM will hold an auction for his services. Pat LaFontaine…