Tag: Tampa Bay Lightning

Rumors II: Panthers, Blue Jackets, Stars, Avs, Hawks, and Lightning

On the Panthers ... Panthers GM Tallon told us he met with Huberdeau's agent til midnight Thursday and is confident deal will get done very shortly #flapanthers— Harvey Fialkov (@hfialkov) June 27, 2015 When asked if long term deal he…

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Rumors III: Sabres, Bruins, Devils, Lightning and Coyotes

On the Sabres, Cody Hodgson and Ryan O'Reilly ... Tim Murray on possible buyout of Cody Hodgson: "We’ve had a lot of discussion on Cody, and we have a plan."— John Vogl (@BuffNewsVogl) June 27, 2015 GMTM on ROR:"You know…

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Rumors VI: Kessel, Beleskey, Beauchemin, Okposo and Morrow

Lance Hornby of the Toronto Sun: Brendan Shanahan on Phil Kessel. “There’s lots of interest in him and it’s well- deserved for the way he’s produced over the years (30 to 40 goals when motivated),” said the club president. “He…

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Rumors XII: Quick Hits From This Afternoon

Quick rumor hits from late afternoon. A lot of calls being made between GMs and agents about no-trade clauses today. Tis the season... — Ryan Kennedy (@THNRyanKennedy) June 25, 2015 Shanahan says no definite offer on the table but encouraging…

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Rumors VIII: Stamkos and the Jets

Joe Smith of the Tampa Bay Times: Steven Stamkos has a year left on his deal, and is confident a contract extension will get done. "A lot of people forget I still have another year left on my deal, it's…

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Video: Yzerman’s Priority Is A Stamkos Contract Extension

Lighting GM Steve Yzerman on his number one priority this offseason - signing Steven Stamkos to a contract extension. Joe Smith of the Tampa Bay Times: GM Yzerman doesn't expect many changes to their roster heading into next season. Yzerman…

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Rumors V: Dreger on O’Reilly, Stamkos, Leafs and St. Louis

Darren Dreger on TSN 1050 radio this morning. On what Ryan O’Reilly could bring back in a trade: “Yeah, what is it? That’s a good question. When you’re on the draft floor, it always seems to include a high pick,…

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Rumors I: Lightning, Penguins and Blues

Craig Custance of ESPN: Looking at some key offseason decisions for the Lightning. 1. A contract extension for Steven Stamkos - Stamkos has a year left at $7.5 million and can sign an extension starting on July 1st. Comparisons are Patrick…

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Quick Hits: Penguins, Devils, Oilers, Flames and Islanders

Dave Molinari of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette: Penguins GM Jim Rutherford isn't optimistic about Pascal Dupuis being able to continue his playing career. They should know by July 1st if blood clots will prevent him from playing again. “On May 20,…

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Rumors II: Coyotes, Leafs, Senators and the Goalie Market

Steve Simmons of the Toronto Sun: Scouting sources are convinced the Coyotes will draft Dylan Strome. The Leafs will then have to decide on whether to draft Mitch Marner or Noah Hanifin. “The Leafs need a defence going forward,” said…

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Rumors and Video: Canucks, Blues, Wild, Oilers, Bruins and Sabres

Jim Jamieson of the Vancouver Province: The Canucks blueline needs to get younger, faster and more offensive. Slim pickings on the free agent market, with Cody Franson a top option, but he'll be looking for something in the $5 million…

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Rumors II: Penguins, Flyers, Stars and Sharks

Dave Molinari of the Pittsburgh Gazette: The Penguins have traded away early round draft picks in the past to make runs at the cup. They traded their first rounder this year to the Oilers for David Perron. GM Jim Rutherford…

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