Rumors: Blue Jackets, Trade Bait Board and the Coyotes
On the Blue Jackets ... Mark Millard of theScore: Darren Dreger on Insider Trading said that Blue Jackets Ryan Johansen is "softly in play." "That doesn't mean that Jarmo Kekalainen, the general manager of the Blue Jackets, is calling teams…
Injuries: Lightning, Wild, Blues, Wings, Flames, Jets and More
On the Lightning ... Joe Smith: Ryan Callahan said he's being better, but wouldn't say if he's ready to get back in the lineup. Joe Smith: Jonathan Drouin and Cedric Paquette didn't practice again yesterday. On the Wild ... Chad…
Quick Hits: Roster Notes, Lines, Pairings and Starting Goalies
Roster Notes ... Arpon Basu: Carey Price practiced with the team for the first time since suffering his injury. Andy Strickland: Reports are that Blues Jori Lehtera spent last night in a Columbus hospital as a precautionary measure. They are…
Rumors II: Avs, Ducks, Wild, Sens, Lightning, Blues and Jets
Friedman's 30 Thoughts ... Elliotte Friemdman of Sportsnet: Jarome Iginla told Adrian Dater that he won't approve any in-season trades for family reason. Friedman has zero evidence that Tyson Barrie is on the trade block, and thinks they would love…
Rumors: Senators and Avalanche
On the Senators ... Bruce Garrioch of the Ottawa Sun: Senators GM Bryan Murray has been making calls around the league, and his priority may have moved to adding some help on the blueline. The Sens kicked tires on Matt…
Injuries: Pens, Isles, Lightning, Coyotes, Flyers, Sabres, Leafs and Blues
On the Penguins ... Bob McKenzie: Olli Maatta remained in hospital over night. No update on his status just yet. Dave Molinari: There is no indication that Maatta does have damage to any of his internal organs. not very good replays…
Injuries: Wild, Lightning, Isles, Panthers, Flames, Oilers and More
On the Wild ... Rachel Blount of the Star Tribune: Zach Parise has started skating on his own, but there is no timetable for his return. "He's getting better,'' Yeo said. "We'll see where he's at when we come home…
Injuries: Lightning, Wings, Sens, Flyers, Coyotes and More
On the Lightning ... Erik Erlendsson: Jonathan Drouin and Cedric Paquette have been battling injuries. Tyler Johnson briefly left Saturday's game after taking a hit from Dave Bolland. On the Red Wings ... Ansar Khan: Teemu Pulkkinen skated yesterday and…
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…
Trade: Flames Acquire Kevin Poulin From Lightning
The Tampa Bay Lightning have traded goaltender Kevin Poulin to the Calgary Flames for future considerations. The Lightning had claimed Poulin off waivers from the Islanders during training camp. Poulin was drafted 126th overall in the 5th round of 2008…
Rumors II: Wings, Lightning, Avs, Hurricanes, Richards, and the Devils
On the Red Wings ... Bob McKenzie: Justin Abdelkader and the Wings are finalizing a seven-year contract extension with a cap hit expected to be over $4 million. Update: Bob McKenzie: Deal is now official - seven years with a…
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…