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
Tuesday, February 26, 2013
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.
Friday, February 22, 2013
NHL and Hockey Rumors for February 23, 2013
The New York Islanders have placed goalie Rick DiPietro on waivers. Brochu's take: There are rumors that he may be bought out. The Islanders now have $9.5 million in cap space for goalies that don't play on their NHL team.
Detroit Red Wings have placed forward Jan Mursak on waivers.
Goalie Dwayne Roloson has retired from the NHL. Source
Detroit Red Wings have placed forward Jan Mursak on waivers.
Goalie Dwayne Roloson has retired from the NHL. Source
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
Tuesday, February 19, 2013
NHL and Hockey Rumors for February 20, 2013
The St. Louis Blues have traded defenseman Scott Ford to the Nashville Predators in exchange for forward Jani Lajunen. Brochu's take: An AHL depth move.
Forward Mathieu Darche has retired from the NHL.
According to ESPN's Pierre LeBrun, the Boston Bruins may have interest in acquiring Ottawa Senators forward Daniel Alfredsson. Brochu's take: If, and only if Alfredsson wants to leave, than that happens. But I think it's Alfie's last season anyways, and I believe he wants to retire as a Senator.
The same article suggests that two teams that are struggling, the San Jose Sharks and Florida Panthers, could be close to pulling the trigger on trades. LeBrun speculates that a lot of teams would be interested in impending UFA Stephen Weiss. Brochu's take: A lot of NHL teams are interested in Weiss. There are rumors that he will head West, perhaps to the Edmonton Oilers or Calgary Flames. Source
Forward Mathieu Darche has retired from the NHL.
According to ESPN's Pierre LeBrun, the Boston Bruins may have interest in acquiring Ottawa Senators forward Daniel Alfredsson. Brochu's take: If, and only if Alfredsson wants to leave, than that happens. But I think it's Alfie's last season anyways, and I believe he wants to retire as a Senator.
The same article suggests that two teams that are struggling, the San Jose Sharks and Florida Panthers, could be close to pulling the trigger on trades. LeBrun speculates that a lot of teams would be interested in impending UFA Stephen Weiss. Brochu's take: A lot of NHL teams are interested in Weiss. There are rumors that he will head West, perhaps to the Edmonton Oilers or Calgary Flames. Source
Monday, February 18, 2013
NHL and Hockey Rumors for February 19, 2013
The Vancouver Canucks have placed forward Andrew Ebbett on waivers.
The New York Rangers have re-signed goalie Cameron Talbot to a two-year contract extension.
The New Jersey Devils have re-signed defenseman Harry Young to a one-year contract extension.
The New York Rangers have re-signed goalie Cameron Talbot to a two-year contract extension.
The New Jersey Devils have re-signed defenseman Harry Young to a one-year contract extension.
Saturday, February 16, 2013
NHL and Hockey Rumors for February 17, 2013
According to Elliot Friedman on the CBC Hotstove, there have been serious discussions between the Colorado Avalanche and the New York Rangers about forward Ryan O'Reilly. It's believed the Avs asked for defenseman Michael Del Zotto, and it appears the asking price for O'Reilly remains unrealistically high: Brochu's take: Avs management are notoriously known as extremely stingy. However, rumors continue to indicate that O'Reilly will be dealt soon.
The Calgary Flames have placed forward Blair Jones on waivers.
Brochu's European rumor round-up:
Free agent defenseman Pavel Kubina has signed with Swiss team Geneve-Servette. Source
The Calgary Flames have placed forward Blair Jones on waivers.
Brochu's European rumor round-up:
Free agent defenseman Pavel Kubina has signed with Swiss team Geneve-Servette. 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.
Tuesday, February 12, 2013
NHL and Hockey Rumors for February 13. 2013
The Columbus Blue Jackets have fired GM Scott Howson. Brochu's take: The rumor is that Jokerit GM Jarmo Kekalainen is the front-runner for the job.
The Boston Bruins have placed forward Jay Pandolfo on waivers. The Bruins had signed Pandolfo to a one-year contract earlier.
The Calgary Flames have placed goalie Danny Taylor on waivers.
The Minnesota Wild have placed forward Matt Kassian on waivers.
According to TSN's Insider Trading, the Colorado Avalanche and restricted free agent forward Ryan O'Reilly are far apart in negotiations and a trade appears likely. Several Eastern Conference teams have already inquired about his services. The Avs are reportedly looking for a young roster player and prospect.
Edmonton Oilers defenseman Ryan Whitney has been a healthy scratch for several games, and there are rumors that he is on the outs in Edmonton.
The Boston Bruins have placed forward Jay Pandolfo on waivers. The Bruins had signed Pandolfo to a one-year contract earlier.
The Calgary Flames have placed goalie Danny Taylor on waivers.
The Minnesota Wild have placed forward Matt Kassian on waivers.
According to TSN's Insider Trading, the Colorado Avalanche and restricted free agent forward Ryan O'Reilly are far apart in negotiations and a trade appears likely. Several Eastern Conference teams have already inquired about his services. The Avs are reportedly looking for a young roster player and prospect.
Edmonton Oilers defenseman Ryan Whitney has been a healthy scratch for several games, and there are rumors that he is on the outs in Edmonton.
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.
NHL and Hockey Rumors for February 11, 2013
The Detroit Red Wings have placed goalie Joey MacDonald on waivers. He has been subsequently been claimed by the Calgary Flames.
The Buffalo Sabres have placed forward Matt Ellis on waivers.
The Edmonton Oilers have placed forward Darcy Hordichuk on waivers.
The Buffalo Sabres have placed forward Matt Ellis on waivers.
The Edmonton Oilers have placed forward Darcy Hordichuk on waivers.
Saturday, February 09, 2013
NHL and Hockey Rumors for February 10, 2013
Happy Lunar New Year!
The San Jose Sharks have placed defenseman Nick Petrecki on waivers.
The Tampa Bay Lightning have placed forward Dana Tyrell on waivers.
According to TSN's Bob McKenzie, the Vancouver Canucks are interested in college free agent forward Antoine Laganiere. Laganiere plays for Yale University, and there has also been interest from the Edmonton Oilers. Source
The San Jose Sharks have placed defenseman Nick Petrecki on waivers.
The Tampa Bay Lightning have placed forward Dana Tyrell on waivers.
According to TSN's Bob McKenzie, the Vancouver Canucks are interested in college free agent forward Antoine Laganiere. Laganiere plays for Yale University, and there has also been interest from the Edmonton Oilers. Source
Friday, February 08, 2013
NHL and Hockey Rumors for February 9, 2013
The Los Angeles Kings have acquired defenceman Keaton Ellerby from the Florida Panthers in exchange for a 5th round pick in the 2013 NHL Entry Draft.
The Boston Bruins are looking to sign goalie Tuukka Rask to a long-term contract extension.
Brochu's European rumor roundup:
According to sources, Sergei Fedorov is considering a return to hockey. Fedorov is the general manager of CSKA Moskva of the KHL, and his roster has been depleted since the players had returned to the NHL. Source
The Boston Bruins are looking to sign goalie Tuukka Rask to a long-term contract extension.
Brochu's European rumor roundup:
According to sources, Sergei Fedorov is considering a return to hockey. Fedorov is the general manager of CSKA Moskva of the KHL, and his roster has been depleted since the players had returned to the NHL. Source
Thursday, February 07, 2013
NHL and Hockey Rumors for February 8, 2013
The Boston Bruins have traded goalie Tim Thomas to the New York Islanders in exchange for a conditional second round pick in the 2014 or 2015 NHL Entry Draft. The pick is conditional on Thomas reporting for the Islanders or any other team if they trade his rights. Thomas is currently on his year long sabbatical from hockey. Brochu's take: This was a pure salary cap move to help the Islanders reach the cap floor. Value-wise, you have to notice how low his stock has dropped, considering he has won two Vezina trophies in the past 4 years.
The Philadelphia Flyers have signed forward Kimmo Timonen to a one year, $6 million contract extension.
Brochu's European rumor round-up:
Free agent defenseman Chris Campoli has signed with Geneve-Servette of the Swiss NLA. Source
The Philadelphia Flyers have signed forward Kimmo Timonen to a one year, $6 million contract extension.
Brochu's European rumor round-up:
Free agent defenseman Chris Campoli has signed with Geneve-Servette of the Swiss NLA. Source
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.
Tuesday, February 05, 2013
Hockey Rumors for February 6, 2013
The Colorado Avalanche have claimed Montreal Canadiens forward Aaron Palushaj off waivers.
The Phoenix Coyotes have placed forward Alexandre Bolduc on waivers.
Brochu's European rumor update:
Free agent forward Marco Sturm has signed with Kolner Haie in the DEL.
The Phoenix Coyotes have placed forward Alexandre Bolduc on waivers.
Brochu's European rumor update:
Free agent forward Marco Sturm has signed with Kolner Haie in the DEL.
Monday, February 04, 2013
NYR/MINN trade, Palushaj on waivers
The New York Rangers have traded forward Michael Rupp to the Minnesota Wild for forwards Nick Palmieri and Darroll Powe. Brochu's take: Rupp should add some needed toughness to the Wild.
The Montreal Canadiens have placed forward Aaron Palushaj on waivers.
The Montreal Canadiens have placed forward Aaron Palushaj on waivers.
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.
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