The Pittsburgh Penguins have claimed forward Taylor Pyatt off waivers from the New York Rangers.
The Minnesota Wild have placed forward Zenon Konopka on waivers.
The Nashville Predators have signed defenseman Jonathan-Ismael Diaby to a three-year, entry-level contract. Diaby was the Preds' 64th overall pick in the 2013 NHL Entry Draft.
The New York Rangers have signed forward Anthony Duclair to an entry-level contract. Duclair was the 80th choice in the 2013 NHL Draft.
The Calgary Flames have signed forward Emile Poirier to a three-year, entry-level contract. Poirier was the Flames' first round pick in the 2013 NHL Entry Draft.
The Winnipeg Jets have signed forward Ryan Olsen to a three-year, two-way, entry-level contract. Olsen was the Jets' sixth round pick in the 2012 NHL Entry Draft.
The Jets have also signed forward Nic Petan to a three-year, entry-level contract. Petan was the Jets' second round pick in the 2013 NHL Entry Draft.
The Columbus Blue Jackets have signed forward Kerby Rychel to a three-year, entry-level contract. Rychel was the Jacket's second of three picks in the first round of the 2013 NHL Draft.
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Sunday, March 31, 2013
Jarome Iginla Trade Breakdown
I figured the Jarome Iginla trade was such a big deal, it deserved it's own post.
So the original deal with Boston would have been for forward Matt Bartkowski, Alexander Khokhlachev and a conditional 1st round pick in the 2013 NHL Entry Draft (provided Iginla signs with the Bruins).
But the actual deal that Iginla chose was to the Pittsburgh Penguins for forwards Kenneth Agostino and Ben Hanowski and a 1st round pick in the 2013 Draft.
Brochu's take: Value wise, the Flames should have got a lot more for Iginla. The Boston deal is slightly better, but it's a moot point if Iggy chose the Penguins anyways. There are rumors of a third deal on the plate, and it's believed it was from the Los Angeles Kings.
So the original deal with Boston would have been for forward Matt Bartkowski, Alexander Khokhlachev and a conditional 1st round pick in the 2013 NHL Entry Draft (provided Iginla signs with the Bruins).
But the actual deal that Iginla chose was to the Pittsburgh Penguins for forwards Kenneth Agostino and Ben Hanowski and a 1st round pick in the 2013 Draft.
Brochu's take: Value wise, the Flames should have got a lot more for Iginla. The Boston deal is slightly better, but it's a moot point if Iggy chose the Penguins anyways. There are rumors of a third deal on the plate, and it's believed it was from the Los Angeles Kings.
Wednesday, March 27, 2013
NHL and Hockey Rumors for March 28, 2013
Update: The Iginla to Bruins is almost confirmed, awaiting formal confirmation. Look on the other sites to find more info, I will probably post my opinion tomorrow.
The Dallas Stars have traded forward Brendan Morrow and a 3rd round pick in the 2013 NHL Entry Draft to the Pittsburgh Penguins in exchange for defenseman Joe Morrow and a 5th round pick. Brochu's take: It may be a lot for an aging Morrow, but the Pens leveraged a deep prospect pool to get a player that will help in the playoffs.
The Penguins also acquired defenseman Douglas Murray from the San Jose Sharks in exchange for a 2nd round pick in the 2013 Entry Draft and a conditional 2nd in the 2014 Draft.
The Carolina Hurricanes have re-signed forward Alexander Semin to a 5-year, $35 million contract extension. Brochu's take: Semin has the skills of $7 million player, but the head of an AHLer. And the NHL wonders why there are teams with cap trouble.
The Ottawa Senators have signed free agent forward Buddy Robinson to a three-year, entry-level contract.
The Carolina Hurricanes have placed forwards Tim Wallace and Jussi Jokinen on waivers.
The Boston Bruins have claimed forward Kaspars Daugavins off waivers from the Ottawa Senators. Brochu's take: Now he can do his shootout move to someone other than Tuukka Rask.
The Dallas Stars have traded forward Brendan Morrow and a 3rd round pick in the 2013 NHL Entry Draft to the Pittsburgh Penguins in exchange for defenseman Joe Morrow and a 5th round pick. Brochu's take: It may be a lot for an aging Morrow, but the Pens leveraged a deep prospect pool to get a player that will help in the playoffs.
The Penguins also acquired defenseman Douglas Murray from the San Jose Sharks in exchange for a 2nd round pick in the 2013 Entry Draft and a conditional 2nd in the 2014 Draft.
The Carolina Hurricanes have re-signed forward Alexander Semin to a 5-year, $35 million contract extension. Brochu's take: Semin has the skills of $7 million player, but the head of an AHLer. And the NHL wonders why there are teams with cap trouble.
The Ottawa Senators have signed free agent forward Buddy Robinson to a three-year, entry-level contract.
The Carolina Hurricanes have placed forwards Tim Wallace and Jussi Jokinen on waivers.
The Boston Bruins have claimed forward Kaspars Daugavins off waivers from the Ottawa Senators. Brochu's take: Now he can do his shootout move to someone other than Tuukka Rask.
Tuesday, March 19, 2013
NHL and Hockey Rumors for March 20, 2013
According to TSN's Bob McKenzie, Calgary Flames forward Jarome Iginla may have provided a list of teams that he would accept a trade to. These teams are possibly the Pittsburgh Penguins, Boston Bruins, Vancouver Canucks, Los Angeles Kings, and Detroit Red Wings. Brochu's take: This could get interesting. This is the first whisper that Iginla is considering moving to a contender.
Pierre LeBrun also adds that Flames defenseman Jay Bouwmeester could also be traded. It's believed that the St. Louis Blues and Detroit Red Wings have interest.
The Toronto Maple Leafs have signed goalie Garret Sparks to a three-year, entry-level contract. Sparks was the Leafs' 7th round pick in the 2011 NHL Entry Draft.
The Leafs have also signed defenseman Tom Nilsson to a three-year, entry-level contract. Nilsson was the Leafs' 4th round pick in the 2011 NHL Entry Draft.
Pierre LeBrun also adds that Flames defenseman Jay Bouwmeester could also be traded. It's believed that the St. Louis Blues and Detroit Red Wings have interest.
The Toronto Maple Leafs have signed goalie Garret Sparks to a three-year, entry-level contract. Sparks was the Leafs' 7th round pick in the 2011 NHL Entry Draft.
The Leafs have also signed defenseman Tom Nilsson to a three-year, entry-level contract. Nilsson was the Leafs' 4th round pick in the 2011 NHL Entry Draft.
Thursday, March 07, 2013
NHL and Hockey Rumors for March 8, 2013
The Boston Bruins have placed forward Chris Bourque on waivers.
The New York Rangers have claimed defenseman Roman Hamrlik off waivers from the Washington Capitals.
The New Jersey Devils have claimed forward Tom Kostopoulos off waivers from the Pittsburgh Penguins.
The Toronto Maple Leafs have signed forward Josh Leivo to a three-year, entry level contract. Leivo was Toronto’s third choice, 86th overall, in the 2011 NHL Entry Draft.
The St. Louis Blues have signed forward Joel Edmundson to a three-year, entry-level contract. Edmundson was the Blues' 2nd pick in the 2011 NHL Draft.
The Phoenix Coyotes have signed junior free-agent defenceman Mathieu Brisebois to a three-year,. entry-level contract.
The New York Rangers have claimed defenseman Roman Hamrlik off waivers from the Washington Capitals.
The New Jersey Devils have claimed forward Tom Kostopoulos off waivers from the Pittsburgh Penguins.
The Toronto Maple Leafs have signed forward Josh Leivo to a three-year, entry level contract. Leivo was Toronto’s third choice, 86th overall, in the 2011 NHL Entry Draft.
The St. Louis Blues have signed forward Joel Edmundson to a three-year, entry-level contract. Edmundson was the Blues' 2nd pick in the 2011 NHL Draft.
The Phoenix Coyotes have signed junior free-agent defenceman Mathieu Brisebois to a three-year,. entry-level contract.
Tuesday, March 05, 2013
NHL and Hockey Rumors for March 6, 2013
The Toronto Maple Leafs have re-signed defenseman Korbinian Holzer to a two-year contract extension.
The Nashville Predators have claimed forward Zach Boychuk off waivers from the the Pittsburgh Penguins.
The Penguins have placed forward Tom Kostopoulos on waivers.
The Washington Capitals have placed defenseman Roman Hamrlik on waivers.
The St. Louis Blues have signed forward Yannick Veilleux to a three-year, entry level contract. Veilleux was the Blues' 4th round pick, 102nd overall in the 2011 NHL Entry Draft.
The Anaheim Ducks have signed free agent defenseman Kevin Gagne to a contract.
According to sources, the Chicago Blackhawks are interested in Edmonton Oilers forward Eric Belanger. It's believed the 'Hawks have asked NHL teams about acquiring a veteran forward for their bottom 6 forward group. Brochu's take: The Blackhawks are the NHL's current best team, and Belanger could be the last piece of the puzzle. He could be had for a mid round pick.
The Nashville Predators have claimed forward Zach Boychuk off waivers from the the Pittsburgh Penguins.
The Penguins have placed forward Tom Kostopoulos on waivers.
The Washington Capitals have placed defenseman Roman Hamrlik on waivers.
The St. Louis Blues have signed forward Yannick Veilleux to a three-year, entry level contract. Veilleux was the Blues' 4th round pick, 102nd overall in the 2011 NHL Entry Draft.
The Anaheim Ducks have signed free agent defenseman Kevin Gagne to a contract.
According to sources, the Chicago Blackhawks are interested in Edmonton Oilers forward Eric Belanger. It's believed the 'Hawks have asked NHL teams about acquiring a veteran forward for their bottom 6 forward group. Brochu's take: The Blackhawks are the NHL's current best team, and Belanger could be the last piece of the puzzle. He could be had for a mid round pick.
Monday, March 04, 2013
NHL and Hockey Rumors for March 4, 2013
The Toronto Maple Leafs have traded forward Mike Brown to the Edmonton Oilers in exchange for a 4th round pick in the 2014 NHL Entry Draft.
The Pittsburgh Penguins have placed forward Zach Boychuk on waivers.
The New Jersey Devils have placed forward Bobby Butler on waivers. The Nashville Predators have subsequently claimed him.
The Florida Panthers have signed goalie coach Robert Tallas to a one day contract. Tallas was the emergency backup for the Panthers because Jacob Markstrom had not arrived on time. Brochu's take: Love stories like these.
The Anaheim Ducks have signed forward Joseph Cramarossa to a three-year, entry level contract. Cramarossa was selected by Anaheim in the third round (65th overall) of the 2011 NHL Entry Draft.
The Ducks have also signed free agent forward Charlie Sarault to a contract.
The Philadephia Flyers have signed goalie Anthony Stolarz to a three-year, entry level contract. Stolarz was selected by Philly in the 2nd round of the 2012 NHL Entry Draft.
The Flyers have also signed free agent forward Brandon Alderson to a contract.
The Pittsburgh Penguins have placed forward Zach Boychuk on waivers.
The New Jersey Devils have placed forward Bobby Butler on waivers. The Nashville Predators have subsequently claimed him.
The Florida Panthers have signed goalie coach Robert Tallas to a one day contract. Tallas was the emergency backup for the Panthers because Jacob Markstrom had not arrived on time. Brochu's take: Love stories like these.
The Anaheim Ducks have signed forward Joseph Cramarossa to a three-year, entry level contract. Cramarossa was selected by Anaheim in the third round (65th overall) of the 2011 NHL Entry Draft.
The Ducks have also signed free agent forward Charlie Sarault to a contract.
The Philadephia Flyers have signed goalie Anthony Stolarz to a three-year, entry level contract. Stolarz was selected by Philly in the 2nd round of the 2012 NHL Entry Draft.
The Flyers have also signed free agent forward Brandon Alderson to a contract.
Tuesday, February 26, 2013
NHL and Hockey Rumors for February 27, 2013
The Montreal Canadiens have traded forward Erik Cole to the Dallas Stars in exchange for forward Michael Ryder and a 3rd round pick in the 2013 NHL Entry Draft. Brochu's take: Good trade for both sides. The Stars get a veteran scorer, while the Canadiens get cap relief for next season.
The Los Angeles Kings have traded forward Simon Gagne to the Philadelphia Flyers in exchange for a conditional 4th round pick in the 2013 NHL Entry Draft.
The Nashville Predators have placed forward Brian McGrattan on waivers.
According to Pierre LeBrun, it's likely that the Anaheim Ducks will look at trading pending unrestricted free agent forward Corey Perry before the trade deadline. LeBrun also speculates there is continued interest from the Pittsburgh Penguins at acquiring Calgary Flames forward Jarome Iginla. Brochu's take: The Ducks could possibly lose Perry for nothing if they don't trade him. As for Iginla, the longer the Flames struggle, the more the rumours intensify. Iginla could net a big haul for the Flames. Source
The Los Angeles Kings have traded forward Simon Gagne to the Philadelphia Flyers in exchange for a conditional 4th round pick in the 2013 NHL Entry Draft.
The Nashville Predators have placed forward Brian McGrattan on waivers.
According to Pierre LeBrun, it's likely that the Anaheim Ducks will look at trading pending unrestricted free agent forward Corey Perry before the trade deadline. LeBrun also speculates there is continued interest from the Pittsburgh Penguins at acquiring Calgary Flames forward Jarome Iginla. Brochu's take: The Ducks could possibly lose Perry for nothing if they don't trade him. As for Iginla, the longer the Flames struggle, the more the rumours intensify. Iginla could net a big haul for the Flames. Source
Monday, February 25, 2013
NHL and Hockey Rumors for February 26, 2013
The Calgary Flames have traded forward Mitch Wahl to the Philadelphia Flyers in exchange for forward Mike Testwuide.
The Pittsburgh Penguins have signed free agent defenseman Mark Eaton to a one-year, $725,000 contract.
The Washington Capitals have re-signed goalie Braden Holtby to a two-year, $3.6 million contract extension. Brochu's take: A very cap friendly contract. Holtby should continue to improve as a goaltender in the next few years.
The Caps have also re-signed defenseman John Erskine to a two-year, $3.9 million contract extension.
The Detroit Red Wings have re-signed defenseman Brian Lashoff to a three-year contract extension at $725,000 per year.
The Phoenix Coyotes have re-signed defenseman David Schlemko to a two-year contract extension at $1.188 million per year.
The Pittsburgh Penguins have signed free agent defenseman Mark Eaton to a one-year, $725,000 contract.
The Washington Capitals have re-signed goalie Braden Holtby to a two-year, $3.6 million contract extension. Brochu's take: A very cap friendly contract. Holtby should continue to improve as a goaltender in the next few years.
The Caps have also re-signed defenseman John Erskine to a two-year, $3.9 million contract extension.
The Detroit Red Wings have re-signed defenseman Brian Lashoff to a three-year contract extension at $725,000 per year.
The Phoenix Coyotes have re-signed defenseman David Schlemko to a two-year contract extension at $1.188 million per year.
Wednesday, February 20, 2013
NHL and Hockey Rumors for February 21, 2013
The Buffalo Sabres have fired head coach Lindy Ruff and have named Ron Rolston as interim head coach. Brochu's take: Ruff shouldn't have a problem of getting another NHL head coaching job, but he may have to wait till next year.
The Sabres have placed forward Cody McCormick on waivers.
The Anaheim Ducks have re-signed goalie Viktor Fasth to a two-year, $5.8 million contract extension.
According to CBC's Elliotte Friedman, Pittsburgh Penguins GM Ray Shero was watching the Colorado Avalanche/Minnesota Wild game. Friedman speculates that he could be looking at forward Matt Cullen. Brochu's take: Cullen would probably only cost a draft pick. Source
The Sabres have placed forward Cody McCormick on waivers.
The Anaheim Ducks have re-signed goalie Viktor Fasth to a two-year, $5.8 million contract extension.
According to CBC's Elliotte Friedman, Pittsburgh Penguins GM Ray Shero was watching the Colorado Avalanche/Minnesota Wild game. Friedman speculates that he could be looking at forward Matt Cullen. Brochu's take: Cullen would probably only cost a draft pick. Source
Thursday, February 14, 2013
NHL and Hockey Rumors for February 15. 2013
The Montreal Canadiens have acquired goalie Dustin Tokarski from the Tampa Bay Lightning in exchange for goalie Cedrick Desjardins.
The Pittsburgh Penguins have traded forward Eric Tangradi to the Winnipeg Jets in exchange for a 7th round pick in the 2013 NHL Entry Draft.
The New Jersey Devils have acquired forward Alexei Ponikarovsky from the Winnipeg Jets in exchange for a 7th round pick in the 2013 NHL Entry Draft and a 4th round pick in the 2014 Draft.
Forward Andrew Brunette has retired from the NHL and has joined the Minnesota Wild in their hockey operations department.
The Columbus Blue Jackets have hired Jarmo Kekalainen as their new General Manager. Kekalainen becomes the first European GM in the NHL.
The Pittsburgh Penguins have traded forward Eric Tangradi to the Winnipeg Jets in exchange for a 7th round pick in the 2013 NHL Entry Draft.
The New Jersey Devils have acquired forward Alexei Ponikarovsky from the Winnipeg Jets in exchange for a 7th round pick in the 2013 NHL Entry Draft and a 4th round pick in the 2014 Draft.
Forward Andrew Brunette has retired from the NHL and has joined the Minnesota Wild in their hockey operations department.
The Columbus Blue Jackets have hired Jarmo Kekalainen as their new General Manager. Kekalainen becomes the first European GM in the NHL.
Monday, February 11, 2013
NHL and Hockey Rumors for February 12, 2013
According to Aaron Portzline of the Columbus Dispatch, scouts from 17 NHL teams were at the game between the San Jose Sharks and the Blue Jackets. There was one scout each for the Boston Bruins, Carolina Hurricanes, Colorado Avalanche, Detroit Red Wings, Minnesota Wild, Montreal Canadiens, Nashville Predators, New Jersey Devils, New York Rangers, Ottawa Senators, Pittsburgh Penguins, Tampa Bay Lightning, Vancouver Canucks and Winnipeg Jets. There were two scouts each from the Chicago Blackhawks and Philadelphia Flyers respectively. Portzline is also reporting that the BJs are always looking to trade, but nothing is close. Brochu's take: Very interesting, especially for the Eastern Conference teams that don't play the Jackets.
Wednesday, February 06, 2013
NHL Hockey rumors for February 7, 2013
The Los Angeles Kings have traded forward Andrei Loktionov to the New Jersey Devils for a 5th round pick in the 2013 NHL Entry Draft. Brochu's take: Loktionov will get a chance to play in New Jersey, as he was a victim of a numbers game in LA.
The Anaheim Ducks have acquired defenseman Ben Lovejoy from the Pittsburgh Penguins in exchange for a 5th round pick in the 2014 NHL Entry Draft.
The Winnipeg Jets have placed forward Aaron Gagnon on waivers.
The Calgary Flames have signed goalie Danny Taylor to a one year, two-way contract for $525,000/$80,000.
According to TSN insider Darren Dreger, Toronto Maple Leafs GM Dave Nonis is listening to offers for forward Phil Kessel. Nonis is reportedly looking for a forward, defenseman or a high draft pick in exchange. Brochu's take: Kessel has struggled to score this season, so his value at the moment is lower than it should be. Nonis would be prudent to wait until the NHL trade deadline to maximize his returns.
The Anaheim Ducks have acquired defenseman Ben Lovejoy from the Pittsburgh Penguins in exchange for a 5th round pick in the 2014 NHL Entry Draft.
The Winnipeg Jets have placed forward Aaron Gagnon on waivers.
The Calgary Flames have signed goalie Danny Taylor to a one year, two-way contract for $525,000/$80,000.
According to TSN insider Darren Dreger, Toronto Maple Leafs GM Dave Nonis is listening to offers for forward Phil Kessel. Nonis is reportedly looking for a forward, defenseman or a high draft pick in exchange. Brochu's take: Kessel has struggled to score this season, so his value at the moment is lower than it should be. Nonis would be prudent to wait until the NHL trade deadline to maximize his returns.
Monday, February 04, 2013
18 teams scouting Florida-Buffalo game
According to George Richards of the Miami Herald, 18 NHL teams were scouting the Florida Panthers-Buffalo Sabres game yesterday. They were the Chicago Blackhawks, Edmonton Oilers, Philadelphia Flyers, Colorado Avalanche, Montreal Canadiens, Tampa Lightning, Winnipeg Jets, Pittsburgh Penguins, Detroit Red Wings, Nashville Predators, San Jose Sharks, Columbus Blue Jackets, Phoenix Coyotes, Ottawa Senators, New York Rangers, Anaheim Ducks, Los Angeles Kings and the Toronto Maple Leafs.
Sunday, February 03, 2013
Gillis spotted at Washington-Pittsburgh game?
According to TSN, Vancouver Canucks GM Mike Gillis was spotted at the Washington Capitals - Pittsburgh Penguins game. There are rumors that the Caps are the mystery team that Gillis was talking about a week ago in regards to a Roberto Luongo trade. The Canucks are reported to be looking at forward Marcus Johansson and defenseman Tomas Kundratek.
Thursday, September 20, 2012
NHL Lockout Signings: Russia
Here is a list of some of the NHLers that have signed with KHL teams:
Ottawa Senators defenseman Sergei Gonchar, Toronto Maple Leafs forward Nikolai Kulemin and Pittsburgh Penguins forward Evgeni Malkin have signed with Metallurg Magnitogorsk.
New Jersey Devils forward Ilya Kovalchuk has signed with SKA St. Petersburg.
Washington Capitals forward Alex Ovechkin has signed with Dynamo Moskva (Moscow).
Detroit Red Wings forward Pavel Datsyuk and Philadelphia Flyers goalie Ilya Bryzgalov has signed with CSKA Moskva (Moscow).
Columbus Blue Jackets forward Artem Anisimov has signed with Lokomotiv Yaroslavl.
Free agent forward Andrei Kostitsyn has signed with Traktor Chelyabinsk. Brochu's take: He signed for the whole year in the KHL, this does not have an out clause in case the NHL ends its' lockout.
Ottawa Senators defenseman Sergei Gonchar, Toronto Maple Leafs forward Nikolai Kulemin and Pittsburgh Penguins forward Evgeni Malkin have signed with Metallurg Magnitogorsk.
New Jersey Devils forward Ilya Kovalchuk has signed with SKA St. Petersburg.
Washington Capitals forward Alex Ovechkin has signed with Dynamo Moskva (Moscow).
Detroit Red Wings forward Pavel Datsyuk and Philadelphia Flyers goalie Ilya Bryzgalov has signed with CSKA Moskva (Moscow).
Columbus Blue Jackets forward Artem Anisimov has signed with Lokomotiv Yaroslavl.
Free agent forward Andrei Kostitsyn has signed with Traktor Chelyabinsk. Brochu's take: He signed for the whole year in the KHL, this does not have an out clause in case the NHL ends its' lockout.
Thursday, September 13, 2012
Pre-Lockout NHL Signings for Sept 14, 2012
The Pittsburgh Penguins have signed their 2012 first-round draft picks, defensemen Derrick Pouliot and Olli Maatta, to three-year entry-level contracts.
The Los Angeles Kings have signed defenseman Kurtis MacDermid to a three-year, entry level contract.
The Vancouver Canucks have signed defenseman Evan McEneny to an entry level contract.
The Nashville Predators have signed forward Colton Sissons to a three-year, entry level contract. They have also signed defenseman Jonathon Blum to a one-year, two-way contract.
The Los Angeles Kings have signed defenseman Kurtis MacDermid to a three-year, entry level contract.
The Vancouver Canucks have signed defenseman Evan McEneny to an entry level contract.
The Nashville Predators have signed forward Colton Sissons to a three-year, entry level contract. They have also signed defenseman Jonathon Blum to a one-year, two-way contract.
Monday, January 03, 2011
Hockey and NHL Rumors for Jan 4, 2011
The Philadelphia Flyers have placed goalie Michael Leighton on waivers. Brochu's take: Leighton led the Flyers to the Stanley Cup Finals a year ago, and now they let him go. So much for loyalty.
The Phoenix Coyotes have placed forward Petr Prucha on re-entry waivers. Brochu's take: The Penguins, Flames and Maple Leafs all have interest the Czech winger.
The Pittsburgh Penguins have signed defenseman Deryk Engelland to a three-year, $1.7 million contract extension.
The Phoenix Coyotes have placed forward Petr Prucha on re-entry waivers. Brochu's take: The Penguins, Flames and Maple Leafs all have interest the Czech winger.
The Pittsburgh Penguins have signed defenseman Deryk Engelland to a three-year, $1.7 million contract extension.
Tuesday, September 21, 2010
Hockey and NHL Rumors for Sept 21, 2010
The Columbus Blue Jackets have signed goalie Steve Mason to a two-year, $5.8 million contract extension.
The Pittsburgh Penguins have given their GM Ray Shero a five-year extension.
Tony Gallagher of the Vancouver Province is reporting that as Vancouver Canucks goalie Cory Schneider plays more and more, his trade quotient will rise. Brochu's take: Schneider is considered one of the best goalies not yet in the NHL, and he should get increased time in net this season with Luongo's reduced workload. Source
The Pittsburgh Penguins have given their GM Ray Shero a five-year extension.
Tony Gallagher of the Vancouver Province is reporting that as Vancouver Canucks goalie Cory Schneider plays more and more, his trade quotient will rise. Brochu's take: Schneider is considered one of the best goalies not yet in the NHL, and he should get increased time in net this season with Luongo's reduced workload. Source
Friday, December 04, 2009
Hockey and NHL rumors for Dec 5, 2009
The Chicago Blackhawks have officially signed Patrick Kane and Jonathan Toews to identical 5-year, $31.5 million contract extensions. Defenseman Duncan Keith has signed a 13-year, $66.5 million contract extension. Brochu's take: Keith is not a $5.5 milllion a year player. Gross overpayment IMO.
The Philadelphia Flyers have fired coach John Stevens and replaced him with Peter Laviolette. Assistant coach Jack McIlhargey was also fired. Replacing him will be Kevin McCarthy, current assistant coach of the Carolina Hurricanes. Brochu's take: This has been rumored for some time, so it's not surprising. Philly needed a shakeup in the worst way, and there have been rumours that the young players on the team had tuned out Stevens.
The Toronto Maple Leafs have traded forward Jiri Tlusty to the Carolina Hurricanes for forward Philippe Paradis.
The Pittsburgh Penguins have placed forward Chris Bourque on waivers.
The Philadelphia Flyers have fired coach John Stevens and replaced him with Peter Laviolette. Assistant coach Jack McIlhargey was also fired. Replacing him will be Kevin McCarthy, current assistant coach of the Carolina Hurricanes. Brochu's take: This has been rumored for some time, so it's not surprising. Philly needed a shakeup in the worst way, and there have been rumours that the young players on the team had tuned out Stevens.
The Toronto Maple Leafs have traded forward Jiri Tlusty to the Carolina Hurricanes for forward Philippe Paradis.
The Pittsburgh Penguins have placed forward Chris Bourque on waivers.
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