The New York Islanders have signed 2009 NHL Entry Draft no.1 overall pick John Tavares to a 3-year, entry-level contract. Brochu's take: The hockey world will be watching.
The Carolina Hurricanes have signed forward Tom Kostopoulos to a 3-year, $2.75 million contract. The Canes also signed defenseman Andrew Alberts to a 2-year, $2.1 million deal.
The Montreal Canadiens have re-signed forward Guillame Latendresse to a one-year, $803,000 contract. They have also re-signed defenseman Shawn Belle to a one-year deal.
The San Jose Sharks have signed forward Scott Nichol to a one-year deal.
The Buffalo Sabres have re-signed forward Patrick Kaleta to a one-year contract.
The Phoenix Coyotes have signed forward Lauri Korpikoski to a 2-year contract.
The Washington Capitals have re-signed forward Eric Fehr to a 1 year contract worth around $775, 000. The Caps have also re-signed defensemen Shaone Morrisonn and Chris Bourque to one-year contracts. Forward Steve Pinizzotto, meantime, has signed a two-year, two-way contract. Forward Kyle Wilson has also signed a one-year deal.
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Wednesday, July 15, 2009
Sunday, January 25, 2009
Weekend Rumor Roundup for Jan 24-25, 2009
Here's the latest NHL and hockey rumours update for the weekend of Jan 24-25, 2009:
Tampa Bay Lighting general manager Brian Lawton is denying talk that Vincent Lecavalier is going to be dealt Monday to the Edmonton Oilers for a large package of players and draft picks. Bruce Garrioch of the Ottawa Sun reported that the rumoured deal would have sent Lecavalier to Edmonton for three players, two prospects, two No. 1 picks and a third-rounder. "It's just a pipe dream that people think we're going to trade him," Lawton said. Brochu's take: Actually, in Garrioch's article, he describes how Lawton denies the deal. So in essence, Lawton had to deny the denial! I'm sure Lawton is happy he had to get out of bed to put the fire out on this one. Source
Garrioch in his article also stated that that Los Angeles Kings and "some team who wants insurance in the playoffs" might look at getting Ottawa Senators goalie Martin Gerber. Brochu's take: I doubt it. He cleared waivers already, and there's no way they are going to bring him up through re-entry waivers. Source
According to Larry Brooks of the New York Post, two sources have confirmed to him that the Tampa Bay Lightning are shopping forward Steven Stamkos. Brochu's take: I wouldn't put it past the Bolts, considering their crazy year so far, but I'm sure he's staying there. Source
According to Kevin Paul Dupont of the Boston Globe, the Bruins are likely to make a move in the next five weeks. Dupont speculates that it could mean bringing more character and playoff experience in the lineup. Dupont states that Edmonton Oilers forward Erik Cole and St. Louis Blues forward Keith Tkachuk could be good acquisitions. Brochu's take: Hmmm. Everyday there seems to be more and more rumours that Tkachuk is headed to Beantown. It would cost quite a lot to get him, but not as much as his last stint as a rental player.
NHL teams have stopped calling GM Peter Chiarelli about goalie Tuukka Rask, because he keeps telling them, "No!".
Dupont is also reporting that Philadelphia Flyers are willing to move forward Glen Metropolit and defenseman Andrew Alberts. Brochu's take: I don't think there's much interest in either players, but the Chicago Blackhawks have kicked the tires on Metropolit. Source
Tampa Bay Lighting general manager Brian Lawton is denying talk that Vincent Lecavalier is going to be dealt Monday to the Edmonton Oilers for a large package of players and draft picks. Bruce Garrioch of the Ottawa Sun reported that the rumoured deal would have sent Lecavalier to Edmonton for three players, two prospects, two No. 1 picks and a third-rounder. "It's just a pipe dream that people think we're going to trade him," Lawton said. Brochu's take: Actually, in Garrioch's article, he describes how Lawton denies the deal. So in essence, Lawton had to deny the denial! I'm sure Lawton is happy he had to get out of bed to put the fire out on this one. Source
Garrioch in his article also stated that that Los Angeles Kings and "some team who wants insurance in the playoffs" might look at getting Ottawa Senators goalie Martin Gerber. Brochu's take: I doubt it. He cleared waivers already, and there's no way they are going to bring him up through re-entry waivers. Source
According to Larry Brooks of the New York Post, two sources have confirmed to him that the Tampa Bay Lightning are shopping forward Steven Stamkos. Brochu's take: I wouldn't put it past the Bolts, considering their crazy year so far, but I'm sure he's staying there. Source
According to Kevin Paul Dupont of the Boston Globe, the Bruins are likely to make a move in the next five weeks. Dupont speculates that it could mean bringing more character and playoff experience in the lineup. Dupont states that Edmonton Oilers forward Erik Cole and St. Louis Blues forward Keith Tkachuk could be good acquisitions. Brochu's take: Hmmm. Everyday there seems to be more and more rumours that Tkachuk is headed to Beantown. It would cost quite a lot to get him, but not as much as his last stint as a rental player.
NHL teams have stopped calling GM Peter Chiarelli about goalie Tuukka Rask, because he keeps telling them, "No!".
Dupont is also reporting that Philadelphia Flyers are willing to move forward Glen Metropolit and defenseman Andrew Alberts. Brochu's take: I don't think there's much interest in either players, but the Chicago Blackhawks have kicked the tires on Metropolit. Source
Monday, October 13, 2008
Boston/Philly trade, Kings get Quincey
The Boston Bruins have traded defenseman Andrew Alberts to the Philadelphia Flyers for forward Ned Lukacevic and a 4th round pick in the 2009 NHL Entry Draft. Brochu's take: The Flyers were desperately looking for a depth defenseman, and Alberts should fill that role.
The Los Angeles Kings have claimed defenseman Kyle Quincey off waivers from the Detroit Red Wings. Brochu's take: This should help the void of losing Jack Johnson for 3 months.
On CBC's Hockey Night in Canada broadcast, "The Hotstove" segment suggests that the Minnesota Wild will trade Marian Gaborik at some point this year, and the Pittsburgh Penguins could be the most likely destination. There are rumours that Jordan Staal could be going the other way.
Look for a big version of Brochu's European rumor roundup to be posted tonight!
Poll Results:
Who will win the Art Ross Trophy (most points) this year?
Total votes: 139
Will you be playing fantasy hockey (pool) this year?
Total votes: 73
The Los Angeles Kings have claimed defenseman Kyle Quincey off waivers from the Detroit Red Wings. Brochu's take: This should help the void of losing Jack Johnson for 3 months.
On CBC's Hockey Night in Canada broadcast, "The Hotstove" segment suggests that the Minnesota Wild will trade Marian Gaborik at some point this year, and the Pittsburgh Penguins could be the most likely destination. There are rumours that Jordan Staal could be going the other way.
Look for a big version of Brochu's European rumor roundup to be posted tonight!
Poll Results:
Who will win the Art Ross Trophy (most points) this year?
Sidney Crosby | 37 (26%) |
Alexander Ovechkin | 67 (48%) |
Vincent Lecavalier | 7 (5%) |
Evgeni Malkin | 8 (5%) |
Joe Thornton | 4 (2%) |
Other | 16 (11%) |
Total votes: 139
Will you be playing fantasy hockey (pool) this year?
Yes | 52 (71%) |
No | 21 (28%) |
Total votes: 73
Tuesday, November 27, 2007
Sydor to Columbus rumors heating up
According to the Columbus Dispatch "Puck-rakers" blog, the Blue Jackets have had scouts at the last two Pittsburgh Penguins games. Pittsburgh and Columbus do not play against each other this season. The Blue Jackets may be having a close look at defenseman Darryl Sydor.
Six teams were scouting the New York Rangers-Dallas Stars game last Sunday. The teams were the Anaheim Ducks, Detroit Red Wings, Montreal Canadiens, Nashville Predators, Philadelphia Flyers and Vancouver Canucks.
Sweden may pull out of the NHL transfer agreement. There will be a meeting in Stockholm on Wednesday between Swedish Elite League owners, and many think that the present agreement is unfair. The Swedes have until Jan 1, 2008 to cancel their participation in the agreement. Färjestad general manager Håkan Loob believes that Swedish teams should have more control over the player market. Source
Centre Mark Mowers has been put on waivers by the Anaheim Ducks.
Scott Hartnell has been suspended 2 games by the NHL for his hit on Andrew Alberts.
Six teams were scouting the New York Rangers-Dallas Stars game last Sunday. The teams were the Anaheim Ducks, Detroit Red Wings, Montreal Canadiens, Nashville Predators, Philadelphia Flyers and Vancouver Canucks.
Sweden may pull out of the NHL transfer agreement. There will be a meeting in Stockholm on Wednesday between Swedish Elite League owners, and many think that the present agreement is unfair. The Swedes have until Jan 1, 2008 to cancel their participation in the agreement. Färjestad general manager Håkan Loob believes that Swedish teams should have more control over the player market. Source
Centre Mark Mowers has been put on waivers by the Anaheim Ducks.
Scott Hartnell has been suspended 2 games by the NHL for his hit on Andrew Alberts.
Monday, November 26, 2007
Fleury for Liles, Ladd available?
Adrian Dater of the Denver Post is reporting that he has a "trade hunch" that the Colorado Avalanche are trying to acquire goaltender Marc-Andre Fleury from the Pittsburgh Penguins. He is speculating that the Avs would send John-Michael Liles the other way. The Avalanche sent two scouts to the Ottawa Senators-Pittsburgh Penguins game last week. Liles will be an unrestricted free agent at the end of the season.
John Forslund of WRAL.com is reporting that the Carolina Hurricanes are desperately looking for a puck-moving defenseman and they may be willing to trade Andrew Ladd to get him. The Hurricanes are looking to change the dynamic of their team, as well as to fulfill their need for a power play quarterback. Source
Jaroslav Modry has been granted a leave of absence due to a serious illness to Modry's father. The LA Kings have given Modrý as much time as he needs as he returns to the Czech Republic to be with his father.
There are rumors that the NHL will take disciplinary action against the Philadelphia Flyers for yet another questionable hit on Monday. Scott Hartnell checked Andrew Alberts into the boards in the Flyers-Bruins game, and Hartnell was assessed a 5 minute boarding penalty and a game misconduct. Alberts left the game with an unspecified head injury and will be evaluated on Tuesday. Source
John Forslund of WRAL.com is reporting that the Carolina Hurricanes are desperately looking for a puck-moving defenseman and they may be willing to trade Andrew Ladd to get him. The Hurricanes are looking to change the dynamic of their team, as well as to fulfill their need for a power play quarterback. Source
Jaroslav Modry has been granted a leave of absence due to a serious illness to Modry's father. The LA Kings have given Modrý as much time as he needs as he returns to the Czech Republic to be with his father.
There are rumors that the NHL will take disciplinary action against the Philadelphia Flyers for yet another questionable hit on Monday. Scott Hartnell checked Andrew Alberts into the boards in the Flyers-Bruins game, and Hartnell was assessed a 5 minute boarding penalty and a game misconduct. Alberts left the game with an unspecified head injury and will be evaluated on Tuesday. Source
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