The Ottawa Citizen is reporting that, according to NHL agents and league sources, the Edmonton Oilers and Chicago Blackhawks are the teams most mentioned in the Dany Heatley trade talks. Brian Campbell's name has been mentioned as a possible trade target. The Vancouver Canucks and San Jose Sharks are also in the running, with the possibility of the Sharks offering Patrick Marleau and Canucks offering Roberto Luongo, respectively. Brochu's take: I thought that Edmonton would be the most logical destination, but a recent report from the Edmonton Sun suggests that Heatley doesn't want to play there. The Hawks would love to get rid of Campbell's salary, but I don't think the Sens are interested. Marleau's name continues to be in the rumor mill, while Luongo will be mentioned in all trade talks until he signs a contract extension. Source
The Minnesota Wild have hired Todd Richards as their new head coach. The 43-year old Richards spent last season as an assistant for the San Jose Sharks under Todd McLellan. The Wild have also announced that assistant GM Tom Lynn will be let go.
The Boston Bruins have re-signed GM Peter Chiarelli to a multi-year contract extension.
The Carolina Hurricanes have signed coach Paul Maurice to a three-year contract.
Philadelphia Flyers defenseman Derian Hatcher has officially announced his retirement. Hatcher will now become the Flyers new player development coach.
Brochu's European rumor roundup:
TSN's Darren Dreger is reporting that several NHL teams, including the Philadelphia Flyers are interested in SKA St. Petersburg goalie Robert Esche.Barry Smith, GM of SKA St Petersburg, confirmed NHL teams have interest in Esche but said he wouldn't release him from his contract until the club found a suitable replacement. Source
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Monday, June 15, 2009
Friday, October 17, 2008
NHL and hockey rumors for Oct 18, 2008
The Boston Bruins have signed forward Jordan Knackstedt to a contract. Terms were not disclosed.
The Los Angeles Kings have signed defenseman Matt Greene to a 5-year, $14.75 million contract extension that will begin next year. The Kings have also signed defenseman Andrew Campbell to a three-year, entry-level contract.
The Vancouver Canucks have placed forward Kyle Wellwood on waivers.
The Colorado Avalanche have placed forward Scott Parker on waivers.
Carolina Hurricanes defenseman David Tanabe has retired from hockey. Hurricanes GM Jim Rutherford said today that the team had reached a settlement with the defenseman that will pay the former first-round draft pick $850,000 over the next three years. Source
According to Bob McKenzie on the Team 1040 radio, there are rumors that Tampa Bay Lightning ownership are not happy with the way coach Barry Melrose has been playing with Steven Stamkos playing time. There's also speculation that Melrose uses outdated tactics in practise and many of the players are "bored" with the same drills. Brochu's take: Make no mistake, owners Koules and Barrie are not patient people, and if Melrose doesn't get this team going, he's good as gone.
Rumors are still floating around that the Colorado Avalanche have some interest in Chicago Blackhawks goaltender Nikolai Khabibulin.
The Los Angeles Kings have signed defenseman Matt Greene to a 5-year, $14.75 million contract extension that will begin next year. The Kings have also signed defenseman Andrew Campbell to a three-year, entry-level contract.
The Vancouver Canucks have placed forward Kyle Wellwood on waivers.
The Colorado Avalanche have placed forward Scott Parker on waivers.
Carolina Hurricanes defenseman David Tanabe has retired from hockey. Hurricanes GM Jim Rutherford said today that the team had reached a settlement with the defenseman that will pay the former first-round draft pick $850,000 over the next three years. Source
According to Bob McKenzie on the Team 1040 radio, there are rumors that Tampa Bay Lightning ownership are not happy with the way coach Barry Melrose has been playing with Steven Stamkos playing time. There's also speculation that Melrose uses outdated tactics in practise and many of the players are "bored" with the same drills. Brochu's take: Make no mistake, owners Koules and Barrie are not patient people, and if Melrose doesn't get this team going, he's good as gone.
Rumors are still floating around that the Colorado Avalanche have some interest in Chicago Blackhawks goaltender Nikolai Khabibulin.
Tuesday, July 15, 2008
NHL free agent signings for July 15, 2008
The Colorado Avalanche have re-signed forward Cody McLeod to a one-year contract; agreed to terms with goaltenders Jason Bacashihua and Tyler Weiman, defensemen Darcy Campbell and Aaron MacKenzie and centers Nathan Smith and Philippe Dupuis. The Avs also re-signed right wing Cody McCormick to a one-year contract and signed right wing Brian Willsie to a one-year contract.
The Minnesota Wild have re-signed defenseman John Scott, center Corey Locke and right wing Danny Irmen to one-year contracts; signed center Bryan Lundbohm to a one-year contract and defenseman Brandon Rogers to a multi-year contract.
The St. Louis Blues have forward Cam Paddock.
The Detroit Red Wings have announced the retirement of right wing Dallas Drake.
The Minnesota Wild have re-signed defenseman John Scott, center Corey Locke and right wing Danny Irmen to one-year contracts; signed center Bryan Lundbohm to a one-year contract and defenseman Brandon Rogers to a multi-year contract.
The St. Louis Blues have forward Cam Paddock.
The Detroit Red Wings have announced the retirement of right wing Dallas Drake.
Tuesday, July 01, 2008
Campbell, Redden, Streit, Rozsival signed
The Chicago Blackhawks have signed defenceman Brian Campbell to an 8-year, $56.8 million contract. Brochu's take: The fact that Brian Campbell will make more money than Scott Niedermayer or Chris Pronger makes me sick in the stomach.
The New York Rangers have signed defenceman Wade Redden to a six-year, $39 million contract. Brochu's take: No wonder he went to the open market. Redden did not play well enough last season to garner this type of salary. But this is the "silly" season for a reason.
The Rangers also re-signed defenseman Michal Rozsival to a four-year, $20 million contract.
The Rangers also re-signed goalie Steve Valiquette. Terms were not disclosed.
The Rangers also signed forward Patrick Rissmiller to an undisclosed deal.
The New York Islanders have signed defenceman Mark Streit to a five-year, $20.5 million contract.
The Tampa Bay Lighting have signed goaltender Olaf Kolzig to a one-year, $1.5 million contract.
The Lightning have also signed forward David Koci to a one-year, two-way deal worth $525,000 in the NHL, $100,000 in the minors.
The Philadelphia Flyers have signed forward Nate Raduns to a one-year contract and forward Glen Metropolit to a two-year deal.
The Flyers also signed defenceman Ossi Vaananen to a one-year, $1 million contract.
The Buffalo Sabres have signed goaltender Patrick Lalime to a two-year, $2 million contract.
The Ottawa Senators have signed goaltender Alex Auld to a two-year, $2 million contract.
The New York Rangers have signed defenceman Wade Redden to a six-year, $39 million contract. Brochu's take: No wonder he went to the open market. Redden did not play well enough last season to garner this type of salary. But this is the "silly" season for a reason.
The Rangers also re-signed defenseman Michal Rozsival to a four-year, $20 million contract.
The Rangers also re-signed goalie Steve Valiquette. Terms were not disclosed.
The Rangers also signed forward Patrick Rissmiller to an undisclosed deal.
The New York Islanders have signed defenceman Mark Streit to a five-year, $20.5 million contract.
The Tampa Bay Lighting have signed goaltender Olaf Kolzig to a one-year, $1.5 million contract.
The Lightning have also signed forward David Koci to a one-year, two-way deal worth $525,000 in the NHL, $100,000 in the minors.
The Philadelphia Flyers have signed forward Nate Raduns to a one-year contract and forward Glen Metropolit to a two-year deal.
The Flyers also signed defenceman Ossi Vaananen to a one-year, $1 million contract.
The Buffalo Sabres have signed goaltender Patrick Lalime to a two-year, $2 million contract.
The Ottawa Senators have signed goaltender Alex Auld to a two-year, $2 million contract.
The lull before the storm
One quick rumor update before today's NHL free agent frenzy begins:
According to Sportsnet, the Tampa Bay Lightning have an offer on the table to Brian Rolston, but Rolston and his agent wants to wait for other offers before accepting or rejecting it. The deal is rumored to be around the same term and a little bit less than what Ryan Malone signed. (7 year, ~$29 million)
TSN is reporting that the Anaheim Ducks and forward Corey Perry are close to a new deal; a contract similiar to similar to the one that Ryan Getzlaf signed last season worth approximately $5.325 million per season. Brochu's take: This should put all the "offer sheet" rumors to rest.
Impending free agent Brian Campbell could be signing with the Atlanta Thrashers, who are rumored to be offering more money than most teams. The Ottawa Senators are in heavy pursuit of the rearguard as well.
The Edmonton Oilers could be offering a huge contract worth $9 million a year to Marian Hossa. The Vancouver Canucks are also interested in signing the winger. Brochu's take: If some team is stupid enough to give Hossa $9 million per, the NHL should implement some kind of rule to stop this silliness. Source
The Detroit Red Wings have signed Peter Worrell...err...Andreas Lilja to a two-year, $2.5 million contract extension.
The New York Rangers have signed goalie Matt Zaba to a contract extension.
The Ottawa Senators have signed forward Jeremy Yablonski to a two-year entry level contract.
The Boston Bruins have re-signed forward Petteri Nokelainen to a two-year, $1.7 million contract extension.
According to Sportsnet, the Tampa Bay Lightning have an offer on the table to Brian Rolston, but Rolston and his agent wants to wait for other offers before accepting or rejecting it. The deal is rumored to be around the same term and a little bit less than what Ryan Malone signed. (7 year, ~$29 million)
TSN is reporting that the Anaheim Ducks and forward Corey Perry are close to a new deal; a contract similiar to similar to the one that Ryan Getzlaf signed last season worth approximately $5.325 million per season. Brochu's take: This should put all the "offer sheet" rumors to rest.
Impending free agent Brian Campbell could be signing with the Atlanta Thrashers, who are rumored to be offering more money than most teams. The Ottawa Senators are in heavy pursuit of the rearguard as well.
The Edmonton Oilers could be offering a huge contract worth $9 million a year to Marian Hossa. The Vancouver Canucks are also interested in signing the winger. Brochu's take: If some team is stupid enough to give Hossa $9 million per, the NHL should implement some kind of rule to stop this silliness. Source
The Detroit Red Wings have signed Peter Worrell...err...Andreas Lilja to a two-year, $2.5 million contract extension.
The New York Rangers have signed goalie Matt Zaba to a contract extension.
The Ottawa Senators have signed forward Jeremy Yablonski to a two-year entry level contract.
The Boston Bruins have re-signed forward Petteri Nokelainen to a two-year, $1.7 million contract extension.
Thursday, June 26, 2008
NHL and hockey rumors for June 27, 2008
The Calgary Flames have put defensemen Rhett Warrener, Anders Eriksson and forward Marcus Nilson on waivers.
The Florida Panthers have signed forward Gregory Campbell to a two-year contract.
The Anaheim Ducks have signed center Brian Sutherby to a one-year contract extension.
The Detroit Red Wings have signed defenseman Siarhei Kolasau to a two-year, entry-level contract.
The New York Rangers have signed forward Pierre-Alexandr Parenteau to a contract extension.
Brochu's European rumor roundup:
Czech reports have New York Rangers forward Martin Straka signing with Czech Extraliga club HC Plzen, but Straka's agent has denied the report. Straka will wait until the July 1st date to decide his future, and is looking at deals coming from other NHL clubs. Source
New York Islanders goalie Wade Dubielewicz has signed with Ak Bars Kazan of the KHL. Source
Los Angeles Kings defenseman Jon Klemm has signed with Straubing Tigers of the DEL in Germany. Source
The Florida Panthers have signed forward Gregory Campbell to a two-year contract.
The Anaheim Ducks have signed center Brian Sutherby to a one-year contract extension.
The Detroit Red Wings have signed defenseman Siarhei Kolasau to a two-year, entry-level contract.
The New York Rangers have signed forward Pierre-Alexandr Parenteau to a contract extension.
Brochu's European rumor roundup:
Czech reports have New York Rangers forward Martin Straka signing with Czech Extraliga club HC Plzen, but Straka's agent has denied the report. Straka will wait until the July 1st date to decide his future, and is looking at deals coming from other NHL clubs. Source
New York Islanders goalie Wade Dubielewicz has signed with Ak Bars Kazan of the KHL. Source
Los Angeles Kings defenseman Jon Klemm has signed with Straubing Tigers of the DEL in Germany. Source
Saturday, June 21, 2008
Rumors from the NHL Entry draft
According to Darren Dreger of TSN, the Carolina Hurricanes are very interested in Vancouver Canucks defenseman Kevin Bieksa and may be willing to dangle Erik Cole, Justin Williams or Tuomo Ruutu to get him. They still remain interested in Edmonton Oilers defenseman Joni Pitkanen.
Bob McKenzie of TSN is reporting that the San Jose Sharks have given permission to several Eastern Conference teams to speak to impending UFA Brian Campbell.
The Ottawa Senators signed center Chris Kelly to a four-year, $8.5 million deal Saturday.
Bob McKenzie of TSN is reporting that the San Jose Sharks have given permission to several Eastern Conference teams to speak to impending UFA Brian Campbell.
The Ottawa Senators signed center Chris Kelly to a four-year, $8.5 million deal Saturday.
Sunday, April 13, 2008
The latest NHL rumors
Larry Brooks of the New York Post is reporting that the New York Rangers are interested in Minnesota Wild forward Brian Rolston and Montreal Canadiens forward Michael Ryder. Brochu's take: The Rangers are probably looking at replacements for Jaromir Jagr, who seems to be on his way out of New York this summer. Ryder would be the logical choice, as Rolston is a centre and the Rangers are deep down the middle with Drury and Gomez. Source
Both Darren Dreger of TSN and Scott Morrison on CBC report that highly-touted Swedish prospect Fabian Brunnstrom is very close to signing a three-year, entry-level contract with the Vancouver Canucks. Source
Jim Matheson believes that the Chicago Blackhawks won't be able to land impending free agent Brian Campbell because Campbell likes it in San Jose with his friend Joe Thornton. Matheson believes that they will try to get Wade Redden or John-Michael Liles. The Carolina Hurricanes have interest in Liles. Brochu's take: My bet is Liles, who the Canes were trying to get at the trade deadline. Given the right offer, Campbell will go anywhere. But he really likes it in San Jose so it's likely he'll sign there.
Matheson is also speculating that New York Islanders forward Miroslav Satan would be a target of the Vancouver Canucks. Brochu's take: Another trade-deadline trade that didn't come to pass, Satan would be a much needed scorer in the Canucks lineup. His sub-par season could make him affordable in the summer. Source
The Denver Post is reporting that the Buffalo Sabres are close to signing defenseman Chris Butler from the University of Denver.
Both Darren Dreger of TSN and Scott Morrison on CBC report that highly-touted Swedish prospect Fabian Brunnstrom is very close to signing a three-year, entry-level contract with the Vancouver Canucks. Source
Jim Matheson believes that the Chicago Blackhawks won't be able to land impending free agent Brian Campbell because Campbell likes it in San Jose with his friend Joe Thornton. Matheson believes that they will try to get Wade Redden or John-Michael Liles. The Carolina Hurricanes have interest in Liles. Brochu's take: My bet is Liles, who the Canes were trying to get at the trade deadline. Given the right offer, Campbell will go anywhere. But he really likes it in San Jose so it's likely he'll sign there.
Matheson is also speculating that New York Islanders forward Miroslav Satan would be a target of the Vancouver Canucks. Brochu's take: Another trade-deadline trade that didn't come to pass, Satan would be a much needed scorer in the Canucks lineup. His sub-par season could make him affordable in the summer. Source
The Denver Post is reporting that the Buffalo Sabres are close to signing defenseman Chris Butler from the University of Denver.
Tuesday, April 01, 2008
Hawks to get top dman, forward?
Chicago Blackhawks GM Dale Tallon expects to get approval from chairman Rocky Wirtz to spend what he needs in free agency starting July 1. "We need a top-notch defenseman and a top-notch forward," Tallon said. "I could see (adding) two free agents and two kids. But whatever we do won't be just for next year. Any additions will be for the long term, too." Brochu's take: The crop of top defenseman includes Wade Redden, Brian Campbell and John-Michael Liles. The only real "top-notch" forward is Marian Hossa. The Hawks have a lot of cap room and I expect them to sign one of these players. Source
The Edmonton Oilers have signed forward Bryan Lerg. The 5'10, 175-pound Michigan State forward has 20 goals and 19 assists in 42 games this year for the Spartans. Lerg signed a two-year deal worth $962,000, with $175,000 in bonuses. Brochu's take: The Oilers continue to gather top college age talent. However, they are getting close to their maximum of 50 NHL contracts. Source
The Los Angeles Kings have signed defenseman Davis Drewiske to a multi-year, entry-level contract. Drewiske, 23, had 21 points in 20 games with the Wisconsin Badgers.
The New York Islanders have signed defenseman Jack Hillen to a two-year, entry-level contract. In 41 games this season with Colorado College, the 5-11, 200-pound native of Minnesota had six goals and 31 assists for a Division I-leading 37 points among defensemen. Brochu's take: With the salary cap, many teams are now snapping up the young talent in the college ranks more than ever. Hillen will get a few games in the NHL this season to show his stuff. Source
The Edmonton Oilers have signed forward Bryan Lerg. The 5'10, 175-pound Michigan State forward has 20 goals and 19 assists in 42 games this year for the Spartans. Lerg signed a two-year deal worth $962,000, with $175,000 in bonuses. Brochu's take: The Oilers continue to gather top college age talent. However, they are getting close to their maximum of 50 NHL contracts. Source
The Los Angeles Kings have signed defenseman Davis Drewiske to a multi-year, entry-level contract. Drewiske, 23, had 21 points in 20 games with the Wisconsin Badgers.
The New York Islanders have signed defenseman Jack Hillen to a two-year, entry-level contract. In 41 games this season with Colorado College, the 5-11, 200-pound native of Minnesota had six goals and 31 assists for a Division I-leading 37 points among defensemen. Brochu's take: With the salary cap, many teams are now snapping up the young talent in the college ranks more than ever. Hillen will get a few games in the NHL this season to show his stuff. Source
Thursday, March 06, 2008
The latest NHL rumors from the Ottawa Sun
The latest from Bruce Garrioch of the Ottawa Sun:
The Ottawa Senators would like to target San Jose Sharks defenseman Brian Campbell in the summer, but he appears to really like the Sharks organization. The Senators tried to bring Campbell in at the deadline, but Buffalo Sabres GM Darcy Regier would not deal him to anyone in the Eastern Conference.
The Los Angeles Kings may be targeting Senators defenseman Wade Redden in the summer. He is due to be a UFA this July.
The Kings may be signing defenseman Rob Blake to a one-year contract extension.
The Ottawa Senators would like to target San Jose Sharks defenseman Brian Campbell in the summer, but he appears to really like the Sharks organization. The Senators tried to bring Campbell in at the deadline, but Buffalo Sabres GM Darcy Regier would not deal him to anyone in the Eastern Conference.
The Los Angeles Kings may be targeting Senators defenseman Wade Redden in the summer. He is due to be a UFA this July.
The Kings may be signing defenseman Rob Blake to a one-year contract extension.
Tuesday, February 26, 2008
NHL trade deadline round-up: Part 1
I'm going to post this in spurts, so there's enough labels to go around. Feel free to post your comments if you wish.
The Atlanta Thrashers traded forwards Marian Hossa and Pascal Dupuis to the Pittsburgh Penguins for prospect Angelo Esposito, forwards Colby Armstrong and Erik Christensen and a 1st round pick in 2008. Source
The Tampa Bay Lightning traded forward Brad Richards and goaltender Johan Holmqvist to the Dallas Stars for goaltender Mike Smith, forwards Jussi Jokinen and Jeff Halpern and a 4th round pick in 2009. Source
The Buffalo Sabres traded defenseman Brian Campbell and a 7th round pick in 2008 to the San Jose Sharks for forward Steve Bernier and a 1st round pick in 2008. Source
The Atlanta Thrashers traded forwards Marian Hossa and Pascal Dupuis to the Pittsburgh Penguins for prospect Angelo Esposito, forwards Colby Armstrong and Erik Christensen and a 1st round pick in 2008. Source
The Tampa Bay Lightning traded forward Brad Richards and goaltender Johan Holmqvist to the Dallas Stars for goaltender Mike Smith, forwards Jussi Jokinen and Jeff Halpern and a 4th round pick in 2009. Source
The Buffalo Sabres traded defenseman Brian Campbell and a 7th round pick in 2008 to the San Jose Sharks for forward Steve Bernier and a 1st round pick in 2008. Source
Monday, February 25, 2008
Forsberg signs with Avalanche!
TSN is reporting that Peter Forsberg has signed with the Colorado Avalanche for the rest of the season. Foppa had earlier declared it was "unlikely" he would return to the NHL this season. Source
Bob McKenzie of TSN was on Team 1040 radio in Vancouver and reported that 4 teams are on Tampa Bay Lightning forward Brad Richards short list of teams he would waive his no trade clause, and these teams are the Dallas Stars, Vancouver Canucks, Columbus Blue Jackets and Chicago Blackhawks. The frontrunners are Dallas and Columbus, with Vancouver among the bottom 3-4 teams.
Calgary Flames GM Darryl Sutter told reporters that he will not trade winger Alex Tanguay and is happy with his team as it is. Of course, it could be a smokescreen to ward off teams while Sutter works out a deal. This could be a Foppa-esque situation. Source
The Buffalo News is reporting that defenseman Brian Campbell will be playing his last game for the Buffalo Sabres tonight, as sources are saying he will "definitely" be traded by the deadline.
Bob McKenzie of TSN was on Team 1040 radio in Vancouver and reported that 4 teams are on Tampa Bay Lightning forward Brad Richards short list of teams he would waive his no trade clause, and these teams are the Dallas Stars, Vancouver Canucks, Columbus Blue Jackets and Chicago Blackhawks. The frontrunners are Dallas and Columbus, with Vancouver among the bottom 3-4 teams.
Calgary Flames GM Darryl Sutter told reporters that he will not trade winger Alex Tanguay and is happy with his team as it is. Of course, it could be a smokescreen to ward off teams while Sutter works out a deal. This could be a Foppa-esque situation. Source
The Buffalo News is reporting that defenseman Brian Campbell will be playing his last game for the Buffalo Sabres tonight, as sources are saying he will "definitely" be traded by the deadline.
Wednesday, February 13, 2008
Havlat to San Jose?
There are four teams that are shopping for a top 4 defenseman: The Detroit Red Wings, New Jersey Devils, San Jose Sharks and Ottawa Senators. The Devils have $3.6 million in cap room, and are interested in LA Kings defenseman Brad Stuart, Buffalo Sabres' Brian Campbell and Tampa Lightning's Dan Boyle. The other three teams are also in contention for one of these blue-liners.
The Devils are also targeting Kings forward Ladislav Nagy and Chicago Blackhawks forward Robert Lang. Source
Tampa Bay Lightning forward Vaclav Prospal's recent verbal barb against his coach John Tortorella has only increased speculation that he will be gone by the trade deadline. Rumors are that the Nashville Predators and Boston Bruins are interested. Source
The following rumours come from Al Strachan of the Score:
The San Jose Sharks have inquired about Chicago Blackhawks forward Martin Havlat.
Dan Boyle is looking for a $7 million-a-year contract with the Lightning.
The New York Rangers have signed goaltender Henrik Lundqvist to a six-year, $41.25 million contract extension.
The Washington Capitals have signed forward Tomas Fleischmann to a two-year, $1.45 million contract extension.
The Devils are also targeting Kings forward Ladislav Nagy and Chicago Blackhawks forward Robert Lang. Source
Tampa Bay Lightning forward Vaclav Prospal's recent verbal barb against his coach John Tortorella has only increased speculation that he will be gone by the trade deadline. Rumors are that the Nashville Predators and Boston Bruins are interested. Source
The following rumours come from Al Strachan of the Score:
The San Jose Sharks have inquired about Chicago Blackhawks forward Martin Havlat.
Dan Boyle is looking for a $7 million-a-year contract with the Lightning.
The New York Rangers have signed goaltender Henrik Lundqvist to a six-year, $41.25 million contract extension.
The Washington Capitals have signed forward Tomas Fleischmann to a two-year, $1.45 million contract extension.
Sunday, February 03, 2008
Updates on Campbell, Boyle, Hossa
Here are the latest trade rumors from Bruce Garrioch of the Ottawa Sun:
Garrioch reports that "talk" is Marian Hossa has made it clear to the Atlanta Thrashers that he won't re-sign. The Montreal Canadiens, New York Rangers and Detroit Red Wings are believed to be frontrunners. The Ottawa Senators, San Jose Sharks, Dallas Stars and Boston Bruins have all called GM Don Waddell about Hossa.
Negotiations between the Buffalo Sabres and defenseman Brian Campbell haven't made much progress and it looks like he will be moved at the trade deadline. The San Jose Sharks, Ottawa Senators, Pittsburgh Penguins, Vancouver Canucks, New York Rangers and Boston Bruins have all made pitches for Campbell. The believed asking price is player, prospect and first round draft pick.
Garrioch also thinks that Tampa Bay Lightning defenseman Dan Boyle are being pursued by the same teams. The Camden Courier-Post is also reporting that the Philadelphia Flyers and Chicago Blackhawks are interested in both Boyle and Campbell. Source
Lightning GM Jay Feaster is also looking to move forwards Chris Gratton, Jan Hlavac and Vaclav Prospal.
Stay tuned for the latest Peter Forsberg update, to be posted later today.
Garrioch reports that "talk" is Marian Hossa has made it clear to the Atlanta Thrashers that he won't re-sign. The Montreal Canadiens, New York Rangers and Detroit Red Wings are believed to be frontrunners. The Ottawa Senators, San Jose Sharks, Dallas Stars and Boston Bruins have all called GM Don Waddell about Hossa.
Negotiations between the Buffalo Sabres and defenseman Brian Campbell haven't made much progress and it looks like he will be moved at the trade deadline. The San Jose Sharks, Ottawa Senators, Pittsburgh Penguins, Vancouver Canucks, New York Rangers and Boston Bruins have all made pitches for Campbell. The believed asking price is player, prospect and first round draft pick.
Garrioch also thinks that Tampa Bay Lightning defenseman Dan Boyle are being pursued by the same teams. The Camden Courier-Post is also reporting that the Philadelphia Flyers and Chicago Blackhawks are interested in both Boyle and Campbell. Source
Lightning GM Jay Feaster is also looking to move forwards Chris Gratton, Jan Hlavac and Vaclav Prospal.
Stay tuned for the latest Peter Forsberg update, to be posted later today.
Tuesday, January 22, 2008
Wild talking to Panthers?
According to Russo's Rants, Minnesota Wild GM Doug Risebrough has been working the phones and has been talking to the Florida Panthers. Also, Duane Sutter, the Panthers’s director of player development, has been scouting the Wild for at least the last two games. Russo speculates that Olli Jokinen would be a player the Wild would look at, if he was indeed available. Source
According to the Buffalo News, the press box seating chart at the HSBC Arena had two seats reserved for scouts from the Chicago Blackhawks, who played in Phoenix on Saturday. There was also a media pass for Blackhawks GM Dale Tallon at the entrance. Tallon is on record saying Chicago needs a puck-moving defenseman. Brian Campbell, an unrestricted free agent at the end of the season who has cut off contract talks with the Sabres, is a puck-moving defenseman. Source
In perhaps the worst-kept secret in hockey, the Toronto Maple Leafs have fired GM John Ferguson Jr. and hired Cliff Fletcher as the interim GM. Fletcher's job in his 19 month contract is to "clear the deck" and try to make the playoffs, while president Richard Peddie will begin a search for a full-time GM. Speculation remains rampant on the future of captain Mats Sundin, who has been at the centre of trade rumors.
The Columbus Blue Jackets have acquired right wing Mark Rycroft from the Colorado Avalanche in exchange for defenseman Darcy Campbell and center Philippe Dupuis. Source
The Phoenix Coyotes have signed goaltender Ilya Bryzgalov to a three year, $12.75 million contract extension. Source
The Vancouver Canucks have placed forward Kris Beech on waivers.
According to the Buffalo News, the press box seating chart at the HSBC Arena had two seats reserved for scouts from the Chicago Blackhawks, who played in Phoenix on Saturday. There was also a media pass for Blackhawks GM Dale Tallon at the entrance. Tallon is on record saying Chicago needs a puck-moving defenseman. Brian Campbell, an unrestricted free agent at the end of the season who has cut off contract talks with the Sabres, is a puck-moving defenseman. Source
In perhaps the worst-kept secret in hockey, the Toronto Maple Leafs have fired GM John Ferguson Jr. and hired Cliff Fletcher as the interim GM. Fletcher's job in his 19 month contract is to "clear the deck" and try to make the playoffs, while president Richard Peddie will begin a search for a full-time GM. Speculation remains rampant on the future of captain Mats Sundin, who has been at the centre of trade rumors.
The Columbus Blue Jackets have acquired right wing Mark Rycroft from the Colorado Avalanche in exchange for defenseman Darcy Campbell and center Philippe Dupuis. Source
The Phoenix Coyotes have signed goaltender Ilya Bryzgalov to a three year, $12.75 million contract extension. Source
The Vancouver Canucks have placed forward Kris Beech on waivers.
Monday, January 14, 2008
Tanguay for Jokinen, Ryder for Mueller?
It's definitely trading season, and there are tons of rumours today:
TSN's Bob McKenzie on the segment "Insider Trading" speculates that the Calgary Flames need some stability in the centre position and could trade Alex Tanguay to the Florida Panthers for Olli Jokinen. Source
Radio station CJCR 1150 AM, based in Gatineau, Quebec, is reporting a rumour of the Montreal Canadiens sending forward Michael Ryder and a 4th round draft pick to the Phoenix Coyotes for Peter Mueller.
Peter Forsberg will begin skating in 2-3 weeks and is optimistic that he will play this season. Forsberg added that he could also elect to finish the season with Swedish team Modo instead. "I'm not going to retire today, I'm going to check with the doctors to see one more time what can be done. They should be able to fix it. I don't want it to be any major procedures, if it's a small thing they can fix, I'll be okay, if not I think I'll let it be. It's looking pretty dark." Foppa said. Source
The Toronto Maple Leafs organization is at a complete mess right now, with speculation rampant that GM John Ferguson Jr. is on his last legs. TSN is reporting that the Leafs have contacted former Leafs GM Cliff Fletcher if he was interested in an interim GM job. Source
The Buffalo Sabres and defenseman Brian Campbell have ended contract negotiations and will not negotiate until the end of the season. "I'm done talking about it with the team until the end of the year," Campbell said in HSBC Arena. "There's more important things right now than just me. We've got to win. "I think it's for the best." This will most certainly mean that Campbell will be traded, as there are several teams looking for a puck-moving defenseman. Source
TSN's Bob McKenzie on the segment "Insider Trading" speculates that the Calgary Flames need some stability in the centre position and could trade Alex Tanguay to the Florida Panthers for Olli Jokinen. Source
Radio station CJCR 1150 AM, based in Gatineau, Quebec, is reporting a rumour of the Montreal Canadiens sending forward Michael Ryder and a 4th round draft pick to the Phoenix Coyotes for Peter Mueller.
Peter Forsberg will begin skating in 2-3 weeks and is optimistic that he will play this season. Forsberg added that he could also elect to finish the season with Swedish team Modo instead. "I'm not going to retire today, I'm going to check with the doctors to see one more time what can be done. They should be able to fix it. I don't want it to be any major procedures, if it's a small thing they can fix, I'll be okay, if not I think I'll let it be. It's looking pretty dark." Foppa said. Source
The Toronto Maple Leafs organization is at a complete mess right now, with speculation rampant that GM John Ferguson Jr. is on his last legs. TSN is reporting that the Leafs have contacted former Leafs GM Cliff Fletcher if he was interested in an interim GM job. Source
The Buffalo Sabres and defenseman Brian Campbell have ended contract negotiations and will not negotiate until the end of the season. "I'm done talking about it with the team until the end of the year," Campbell said in HSBC Arena. "There's more important things right now than just me. We've got to win. "I think it's for the best." This will most certainly mean that Campbell will be traded, as there are several teams looking for a puck-moving defenseman. Source
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