Tag: Vancouver Canucks

Afternoon Hits III: Blues, Sabres, Islanders, Senators, Blackhawks, Kesler, MacDonald and Predators

Arthur Staple of Newsday: After the Blues and Sabres trade, the Blues for sure will not have an interest in Islanders defenseman Andrew MacDonald since they likely won't have a first round pick in the next two drafts. Reports have…

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2013-14 NHL Trade Deadline Feature: Vancouver Canucks

Written by Joe McCormick and can be followed at @joemccormick19. Well things for the Canucks certainly have been interesting leading into the deadline. The team is in a position where they are not clear as to if they are buyers or…

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Afternoon Rumors I: Sharks, Lightning, Rangers, Canucks, Penguins, Avalanche and Canadiens

David Pollak of the San Jose Mercury News: Sharks Dan Boyle on the rumor mill. "No, just because your name's not out there, that doesn't mean you're not going, and vise versa -- just because it is doesn't mean you…

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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.…

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Morning Rumors III: Luongo, Kesler, Edler, Brodeur and Hotstove Video

The Fourth Period: Sources are saying the Canucks have contacted teams regarding Roberto Luongo, though nothing is imminent. Another source, "I wouldn't be totally shocked." Eddie Lack will be given the start at today's Heritage Classic. Elliotte Friedman also reported that the…

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Morning Rumors I: Penguins Make Offer For Canucks Kesler

Rob Rossi of the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review: Multiple sources saying the Penguins are pursuing Canucks Ryan Kesler. One proposed deal is the Penguins sending Brandon Sutter, two 2014 draft picks (likely a first and third), and the Canucks choice of Simon…

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Morning Rumors VI: Predators, Ducks, Capitals, Flyers, Sabres, Oilers, Kings and Red Wings

Pierre LeBrun of ESPN: Predators GM David Poile. "I talked to almost everybody before the Olympic break; I’ve probably spoken to half of the teams this week," Poile told ESPN.com Friday afternoon. "Everybody knows from my standpoint what we have…

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Morning Rumors IV: Hurricanes, Kesler, Edler, Red Wings, Capitals and Canadiens

Darren Dreger: Teams are saying that the Hurricanes could trade one of their goaltender, including Cam Ward. David Pagnotta: There is lots of Ryan Kesler trade talk going on. Pagnotta has been told that just about half of the league…

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Afternoon Rumors: Red Wings, Canucks, Kesler, Blues, Bruins, Phillips, Flyers and Oilers

Pierre LeBrun of ESPN: Red Wings GM Ken Holland. "The phone lines seem to be heating up," Holland told ESPN.com Thursday. "We would prefer to do a hockey deal -- meaning a player that's on our roster going forward .…

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Morning Rumors V: Senators, 10 Player Scenarios, Flames, Oilers, Capitals, Leafs and Edler

TSN Insider Trading: Darren Dreger on the Senators pending free agent Chris Phillips. In terms of Phillips, there's a negotiation that's ongoing between the Ottawa Senators and Phillips to keep him a lifer in Ottawa. If that doesn't go well,…

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VIDEO: SportsNet HC Trade Tracker: Canucks Ryan Kesler

Hockey Central panel discusses whether the Vancouver Canucks will trade Ryan Kesler. The 29-year old carries a $5 million salary cap hit through 2015-16. Doug MacLean thinks possible destinations are the Red Wings and Flyers. Nick Kypreos thinks possible destinations are the…

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Morning Rumors IV: Ryan Kesler Edition: Rangers, Wings, Pens, Leafs, Oilers and Jackets

Louis Jean: Ryan Kesler denies that he asked for a trade, but Jean stands "100% behind what I reported because it is true." Elliotte Friedman: "Kesler says it is "completely false" he has asked for a trade." Kesler added that…

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