The Edmonton Oilers have placed goaltender Jeff Drouin-Deslauriers on waivers.
The New York Islanders have placed forward Jon Sim on waivers.
The San Jose Sharks have placed defenseman Mike Moore on waivers.
The Buffalo Sabres have signed forward Zack Kassian to a three-year, entry-level contract.
The Calgary Flames have signed defenseman Mark Giordano to a 5-year, $20.1 million contract extension.
There are rumors that the Toronto Maple Leafs may be interested in acquiring Dustin Penner from the Edmonton Oilers.
Brochu's European rumor roundup:
Goalie Vesa Toskala has signed a month-long contract with Swedish club AIK.
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Monday, November 01, 2010
Wednesday, July 01, 2009
Heatley deal not dead, latest signings
The NHL rumor world was on fire yesterday as news filtered out that the Ottawa Senators and Edmonton Oilers have a deal in place for Dany Heatley, but it was revealed that Heatley did not waive his no trade clause to go to Edmonton. The deal would have sent Dustin Penner, Andrew Cogliano and Ladislav Smid to the Sens in exchange for Heatley. The much-talked $4 million bonus will only be paid after 11:59 PM July 1st (today), so there's still time for the Senators to work out the deal. Brochu's take: TSN is reporting that Heatley has not flat out refused the trade, he has just not done anything. This deal could still be on.
Latest signings: (BTW, I have moved my Twitter gadget up, for easier viewing)
The Toronto Maple Leafs have signed forward Colton Orr to a four-year, $4 million contract.
The Florida Panthers have re-signed forward Radek Dvorak to a 2-year, $3.4 million contract.
The Anaheim Ducks have re-signed forwar Erik Christensen to a one-year contract.
The Dallas Stars have re-signed forward Jere Lehtinen to a one-year, $1.5 million contract.
The New Jersey Devils have re-signed defenseman Johnny Oduya to a three-year, $10.5 million contract.
Latest signings: (BTW, I have moved my Twitter gadget up, for easier viewing)
The Toronto Maple Leafs have signed forward Colton Orr to a four-year, $4 million contract.
The Florida Panthers have re-signed forward Radek Dvorak to a 2-year, $3.4 million contract.
The Anaheim Ducks have re-signed forwar Erik Christensen to a one-year contract.
The Dallas Stars have re-signed forward Jere Lehtinen to a one-year, $1.5 million contract.
The New Jersey Devils have re-signed defenseman Johnny Oduya to a three-year, $10.5 million contract.
Wednesday, June 10, 2009
Possible Heatley destinations
Here's my list of possible destinations for Dany Heatley, in order of probability:
1. Edmonton
Ottawa Senators GM Bryan Murray loves Dustin Penner, and this could be the best opportunity to unload the under-performing forward. Penner alone won't make the deal happen, so the Oilers would have to give up either Sam Gagner or Andrew Cogliano and picks to get Heatley. Heatley has also good relations with Hockey Canada and Edmonton management personnel such as Kevin Lowe and Steve Tambellini.
2. Calgary
Heatley was raised in Calgary, so that's one reason. Pay no attention to those ridiculous Dion Phaneuf proposals, but the Flames would have to unload one of their high price contracts in order to fit him in their salary cap.
3. Los Angeles
They have lots of salary cap space, and lots of young assets to trade, such as Alexander Frolov. But the problem is Heatley going to waive his no-movement clause to a team that isn't quite Stanley Cup material?
4. St. Louis
They're looking to make a big splash on the free agent market, but getting Heatley would just be as good. They have a lot of good, young players and plenty of cap space.
5. Vancouver
It's looking unlikely that the Sedin twins will re-sign, so that frees up two top-6 spots and lots of salary cap space. However, the Canucks lack tradeable young assets. Heatley does own an off-season home in Kelowna, BC but I think that's not a huge factor.
Wildcard: Tampa Bay
The only way this would work is a straight Heatley for Lecavalier deal, which would offset each other's big salary cap hit. However, I wouldn't put anything pass Oren Koules and Len Barrie.
1. Edmonton
Ottawa Senators GM Bryan Murray loves Dustin Penner, and this could be the best opportunity to unload the under-performing forward. Penner alone won't make the deal happen, so the Oilers would have to give up either Sam Gagner or Andrew Cogliano and picks to get Heatley. Heatley has also good relations with Hockey Canada and Edmonton management personnel such as Kevin Lowe and Steve Tambellini.
2. Calgary
Heatley was raised in Calgary, so that's one reason. Pay no attention to those ridiculous Dion Phaneuf proposals, but the Flames would have to unload one of their high price contracts in order to fit him in their salary cap.
3. Los Angeles
They have lots of salary cap space, and lots of young assets to trade, such as Alexander Frolov. But the problem is Heatley going to waive his no-movement clause to a team that isn't quite Stanley Cup material?
4. St. Louis
They're looking to make a big splash on the free agent market, but getting Heatley would just be as good. They have a lot of good, young players and plenty of cap space.
5. Vancouver
It's looking unlikely that the Sedin twins will re-sign, so that frees up two top-6 spots and lots of salary cap space. However, the Canucks lack tradeable young assets. Heatley does own an off-season home in Kelowna, BC but I think that's not a huge factor.
Wildcard: Tampa Bay
The only way this would work is a straight Heatley for Lecavalier deal, which would offset each other's big salary cap hit. However, I wouldn't put anything pass Oren Koules and Len Barrie.
Tuesday, February 03, 2009
NHL and Hockey Rumors for Feb 4, 2009
The New Jersey Devils have traded defenseman Sheldon Brookbank to the Anaheim Ducks for the rights to center David McIntyre. Brochu's take: Let the trade floodgates open!
CKAC is reporting that the Montreal Canadiens are interested in Brad Richards and Matt Niskanen of the Dallas Stars. According to the radio hosts, GM Bob Gainey has had some talks with Stars GM Les Jackson. Brochu's take: Gainey's been looking for an offensive centreman, but I think Richard's contract is a bit high for his production level. Source
Pierre LeBrun of ESPN is reporting that Ottawa Senators GM Bryan Murray was interested in acquiring Atlanta Thrashers defenseman Tobias Enstrom, but was told only defenseman Mathieu Schneider was available. There were also talks with the Columbus Blue Jackets and New York Islanders, but nothing came of it. Brochu's take: Murray's on his last legs in Ottawa, he may be prone to making a panic trade. Look for him to be very active as we near the trade deadline. Source
Edmonton Oilers forward Dustin Penner, who has been called out again by coach Craig MacTavish for his poor play, has been rumored to traded to the Florida Panthers for Jay Bouwmeester. Brochu's take: Who would want Penner's contract? Source
The Toronto Maple Leafs are rumored to be interested in Bouwmeester as well.
Former NHL star Eric Lindros resigned as ombudsman of the NHL players' union. The NHLPA confirmed the move on Tuesday but gave no reason why. Brochu's take: You'll probably hear about it on Hockey Night in Canada this weekend.
CKAC is reporting that the Montreal Canadiens are interested in Brad Richards and Matt Niskanen of the Dallas Stars. According to the radio hosts, GM Bob Gainey has had some talks with Stars GM Les Jackson. Brochu's take: Gainey's been looking for an offensive centreman, but I think Richard's contract is a bit high for his production level. Source
Pierre LeBrun of ESPN is reporting that Ottawa Senators GM Bryan Murray was interested in acquiring Atlanta Thrashers defenseman Tobias Enstrom, but was told only defenseman Mathieu Schneider was available. There were also talks with the Columbus Blue Jackets and New York Islanders, but nothing came of it. Brochu's take: Murray's on his last legs in Ottawa, he may be prone to making a panic trade. Look for him to be very active as we near the trade deadline. Source
Edmonton Oilers forward Dustin Penner, who has been called out again by coach Craig MacTavish for his poor play, has been rumored to traded to the Florida Panthers for Jay Bouwmeester. Brochu's take: Who would want Penner's contract? Source
The Toronto Maple Leafs are rumored to be interested in Bouwmeester as well.
Former NHL star Eric Lindros resigned as ombudsman of the NHL players' union. The NHLPA confirmed the move on Tuesday but gave no reason why. Brochu's take: You'll probably hear about it on Hockey Night in Canada this weekend.
Monday, November 17, 2008
NHL and Hockey Rumors for Nov 18, 2008
The Colorado Avalanche have re-signed forward Paul Stastny to a 5-year, $33 million contract extension. The yearly salary cap hit is $6.6 million. Brochu's take: A bit of a hometown discount, as there were rumors some NHL teams were going to offer him a lucrative offer sheet (>$7 million).
The Dallas Stars have put forward BJ Crombeen on waivers.
Edmonton Oilers head coach Craig MacTavish ripped into undeachieving foward Dustin Penner on Sunday, saying that "you can't throw gratuitous ice-time at a player that's inconsistent." Penner has been benched for the last two Oilers game, and MacTavish questions his competitiveness and fitness. Brochu's take: You have to wonder how long Penner will last in Edmonton. Source
Brochu's European rumor roundup:
Swiss Nationalliga A club ZSC Lions Zurich is rumored to be interested in signing Carolina Hurricanes goalie Daniel Manzato for the 2009-2010 season. Source
The Dallas Stars have put forward BJ Crombeen on waivers.
Edmonton Oilers head coach Craig MacTavish ripped into undeachieving foward Dustin Penner on Sunday, saying that "you can't throw gratuitous ice-time at a player that's inconsistent." Penner has been benched for the last two Oilers game, and MacTavish questions his competitiveness and fitness. Brochu's take: You have to wonder how long Penner will last in Edmonton. Source
Brochu's European rumor roundup:
Swiss Nationalliga A club ZSC Lions Zurich is rumored to be interested in signing Carolina Hurricanes goalie Daniel Manzato for the 2009-2010 season. Source
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