NHL and hockey rumors for July 24, 2008

Here's another edition of Brochu's European rumor roundup:

Martin Rucinsky has signed with HC Sparta Praha (Prague) for the 2008-2009 season.

Niko Dimitrakos has left the Ottawa Senators organization and signed with Skellefteå of the Swedish Elite League.

Columbus Blue Jackets defenseman Duvie Westcott has signed with Dinamo Riga in Latvia.

Detroit Red Wings forward Mark Hartigan has also signed with Dinamo Riga.

There are rumors that Anaheim Ducks forward Geoff Platt could be signing with Finnish club Ilves. Source

There are rumors that Carolina Hurricanes defenseman Niclas Wallin could be signing with SEL team Lulea.

Finnish reports have Atlanta Thrashers defenseman Mark Popovic signing with Tappara.