Updated as of 11:50 AM PST
The Chicago Blackhawks have signed forward Marian Hossa to a 12-year, $62.4 million contract. Brochu's take: What is GM Dale Tallon doing? He already has great players in Toews and Kane, whose contracts are up next year and both could command $6 million+. Not to mention he still has several RFAs to sign. Do the Hawks really need Hossa's offense?
The Florida Panthers have re-signed RFA forward David Booth to a 6-year, $25.5 million contract.
The New Jersey Devils have re-signed defenseman Andy Greene. Terms were not disclosed.
The Colorado Avalanche have signed goalie Craig Anderson to a 2-year, $3.6 million contract.
The St. Louis Blues have signed goalie Ty Conklin to a 2-year, $2.6 million contract. Brochu's take: No Winter Classic for Conklin, who has managed to play for 3 of those games already.
The Tampa Bay Lightning have signed defenseman Matt Walker to a 4-year, $6.8 million contract.
The New York Islanders have signed goalie Dwayne Roloson to a 2-year, $5 million contract.
The Chicago Blackhawks have signed forward Tomas Kopecky to a 2-year, $2.4 million contract.
The Buffalo Sabres have signed defenseman Steve Montador to a 2-year, $3.1 million contract.
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Wednesday, July 01, 2009
Sunday, June 28, 2009
NHL and Hockey Rumors for June 29, 2009
According to Atlanta Thrashers GM Don Waddell, both Kari Lehtonen and Ondrej Pavelec will be shopped this summer, with one of them most likely to be traded. Brochu's take: Lehtonen hasn't quite lived up to his potential, but I'm pretty sure some NHL teams will give him a chance. Pavelec may need several more years to establish himself. Source
According to ESPN's Pierre LeBrun, several teams have contacted the Detroit Red Wings about trading the rights to forward Marian Hossa. GM Ken Holland doesn't want to trade the rights yet, but admits if a deal cannot be concluded in the next 48 hours, he will consider offers. Brochu's take: It's my guess that Hossa will be shooting for the moon in terms of his contract, so whoever wants his rights should be wary. I'm hearing the Carolina Hurricanes and Islanders are very interested.
LeBrun also adds a rumor that the Montreal Canadiens may sign impending UFA Martin Havlat. Havlat spends his offseason in Montreal. Source
There continues to be speculation that Saku Koivu will sign with the Minnesota Wild so that he can play with his brother Mikko.
It appears the Philadelphia Flyers are willing to let impending UFA goalie Martin Biron go, since they already signed Ray Emery to a contract. It's been rumored that the Colorado Avalanche are interested in signing the netminder.
Bruce Garrioch of the Ottawa Sun postulates that the Habs will go after Philadelphia Flyers forward Daniel Briere as "Plan B", as efforts to pry Vincent Lecavalier from the Tampa Bay Lightning have been futile. Garrioch adds that the Flyers are shopping forward Simon Gagne. Brochu's take: Briere's contract is essentially untradeable, and he has a no trade clause and made it pretty clear he doesn't want to play in Montreal, despite Garrioch's assertions. As for Gagne, his contract is pretty cheap, and I would imagine many teams will be lining up to get him. Source
According to ESPN's Pierre LeBrun, several teams have contacted the Detroit Red Wings about trading the rights to forward Marian Hossa. GM Ken Holland doesn't want to trade the rights yet, but admits if a deal cannot be concluded in the next 48 hours, he will consider offers. Brochu's take: It's my guess that Hossa will be shooting for the moon in terms of his contract, so whoever wants his rights should be wary. I'm hearing the Carolina Hurricanes and Islanders are very interested.
LeBrun also adds a rumor that the Montreal Canadiens may sign impending UFA Martin Havlat. Havlat spends his offseason in Montreal. Source
There continues to be speculation that Saku Koivu will sign with the Minnesota Wild so that he can play with his brother Mikko.
It appears the Philadelphia Flyers are willing to let impending UFA goalie Martin Biron go, since they already signed Ray Emery to a contract. It's been rumored that the Colorado Avalanche are interested in signing the netminder.
Bruce Garrioch of the Ottawa Sun postulates that the Habs will go after Philadelphia Flyers forward Daniel Briere as "Plan B", as efforts to pry Vincent Lecavalier from the Tampa Bay Lightning have been futile. Garrioch adds that the Flyers are shopping forward Simon Gagne. Brochu's take: Briere's contract is essentially untradeable, and he has a no trade clause and made it pretty clear he doesn't want to play in Montreal, despite Garrioch's assertions. As for Gagne, his contract is pretty cheap, and I would imagine many teams will be lining up to get him. Source
Sunday, February 08, 2009
Weekend rumor roundup for Feb 7-8, 2009
There will probably be another part of the rumor roundup on Monday, just to pick up the rest of the reports this weekend.
According to Pierre LeBrun of ESPN, the Detroit Red Wings can only sign one of Johan Franzen or Marian Hossa, because of the CBA's tagging rule. The other player will have to wait until July 1st. Brochu's take: The moneys' on Franzen being signed, as he will cost significantly less than Hossa. Hossa wants to stay in Detroit, but unless he takes a massive hometown discount, he won't be with the Red Wings come next season.
The Vancouver Canucks have yet to officially make a contract offer to veteran defenseman Mattias Ohlund. Ohlund has a no trade clause. Brochu's take: It's likely that the Canucks will keep Ohlund (unless they are out of the playoff picture) and let him walk into the sunset come summertime.
There has also been contract discussions between the Canucks and the Sedin twins, but talks have stalled. Both Daniel and Henrik Sedin denied a report that they were seeking a $6-7 million a year contract each. They re-iterated their desire to stay in Vancouver and play together. Brochu's take: They will have to take a big hometown discount to stay together in Vancouver.
LeBrun also reports the Canucks, along with the Montreal Canadiens, Colorado Avalanche, New Jersey Devils and Buffalo Sabres may also have interest in Atlanta Thrashers defenseman Mathieu Schneider. Brochu's take: Schneider's name has been in the rumour mill a lot lately. Look for him to be moved to a playoff contender at the NHL trade deadline. Source
Brochu's European rumor roundup:
LeBrun also reported that goalie Ray Emery has left his KHL team Atlant Moscow. Allegedly, the team has been using the wrong exchange rate most of the season and Emery is about 33% shy right now of what he should have earned. There are still several NHL teams interested in his services. Brochu's take: He would have to clear waivers first anyways. There's also been tons of speculation that KHL teams have been unable to pay their players.
According to Pierre LeBrun of ESPN, the Detroit Red Wings can only sign one of Johan Franzen or Marian Hossa, because of the CBA's tagging rule. The other player will have to wait until July 1st. Brochu's take: The moneys' on Franzen being signed, as he will cost significantly less than Hossa. Hossa wants to stay in Detroit, but unless he takes a massive hometown discount, he won't be with the Red Wings come next season.
The Vancouver Canucks have yet to officially make a contract offer to veteran defenseman Mattias Ohlund. Ohlund has a no trade clause. Brochu's take: It's likely that the Canucks will keep Ohlund (unless they are out of the playoff picture) and let him walk into the sunset come summertime.
There has also been contract discussions between the Canucks and the Sedin twins, but talks have stalled. Both Daniel and Henrik Sedin denied a report that they were seeking a $6-7 million a year contract each. They re-iterated their desire to stay in Vancouver and play together. Brochu's take: They will have to take a big hometown discount to stay together in Vancouver.
LeBrun also reports the Canucks, along with the Montreal Canadiens, Colorado Avalanche, New Jersey Devils and Buffalo Sabres may also have interest in Atlanta Thrashers defenseman Mathieu Schneider. Brochu's take: Schneider's name has been in the rumour mill a lot lately. Look for him to be moved to a playoff contender at the NHL trade deadline. Source
Brochu's European rumor roundup:
LeBrun also reported that goalie Ray Emery has left his KHL team Atlant Moscow. Allegedly, the team has been using the wrong exchange rate most of the season and Emery is about 33% shy right now of what he should have earned. There are still several NHL teams interested in his services. Brochu's take: He would have to clear waivers first anyways. There's also been tons of speculation that KHL teams have been unable to pay their players.
Friday, July 04, 2008
European free agent rumor update for July 4, 2008
This is the big version of Brochu's European rumor roundup, a regular feature on this blog.
The Toronto Maple Leafs are close to signing Swedish defenseman Jonas Frogren. Frogren plays with Farjestads BK, and also played for Sweden at the IIHF world championship in Quebec and Halifax this past spring. Source
New York Islanders forward Josef Vasicek has signed with Lokomotiv Yaroslavl of the Russian Super League (KHL). Source
The Colorado Avalanche have signed defenseman Daniel Tjarnqvist. Tjarnqvist spent last season with Lokomotiv Yaroslavl.
Nashville Predators forward Matt Ellison has signed with Dinamo Riga in Latvia.
Phoenix Coyotes forward Marcel Hossa has also signed with Dinamo Riga. Source
Philadelphia Flyers forward Stefan Ruzicka has signed a contract with Spartak Moskva (Moscow) of the KHL.
The Carolina Hurricanes have signed forward Dwight Helminen to a one-year, two-way contract. Helminen spent last season with JYP in the SM-Liiga.
There are also rumors that San Jose Sharks defenseman Sandis Ozolinsh could be signing with Dinamo Riga as well. Source
The Toronto Maple Leafs are close to signing Swedish defenseman Jonas Frogren. Frogren plays with Farjestads BK, and also played for Sweden at the IIHF world championship in Quebec and Halifax this past spring. Source
New York Islanders forward Josef Vasicek has signed with Lokomotiv Yaroslavl of the Russian Super League (KHL). Source
The Colorado Avalanche have signed defenseman Daniel Tjarnqvist. Tjarnqvist spent last season with Lokomotiv Yaroslavl.
Nashville Predators forward Matt Ellison has signed with Dinamo Riga in Latvia.
Phoenix Coyotes forward Marcel Hossa has also signed with Dinamo Riga. Source
Philadelphia Flyers forward Stefan Ruzicka has signed a contract with Spartak Moskva (Moscow) of the KHL.
The Carolina Hurricanes have signed forward Dwight Helminen to a one-year, two-way contract. Helminen spent last season with JYP in the SM-Liiga.
There are also rumors that San Jose Sharks defenseman Sandis Ozolinsh could be signing with Dinamo Riga as well. Source
Wednesday, July 02, 2008
Zherdev to NY, Hossa, Malkin, Avery signed
The Columbus Blue Jackets have traded Nikolai Zherdev and Dan Fritsche to the New York Rangers for Fedor Tyutin and Christian Backman. Brochu's take: Zherdev and Fritsche had been on the block for some time, and rumors of a Columbus/NY trade have been percolating for a year now.
The Detroit Red Wings have signed Marian Hossa to a one-year, $7.45 million contract. Brochu's take: The NHLPA is not going to like this one, but Hossa wants to win the cup. So get ready for the Hossa sweepstakes in 2009.
The Pittsburgh Penguins have officially signed Evgeni Malkin to a five-year deal worth $8.7 million a year.
The Pens have also signed defenseman Brooks Orpik to a six-year, $22.5 million contract extension.
The Dallas Stars have signed forward Sean Avery to a four-year, $15.5 million contract, with a limited no-movement clause.
The Stars also signed restricted free agent forward B.J. Crombeen to a one-year deal.
The Carolina Hurricanes have signed restricted free agent defenceman Joni Pitkanen to a three-year contract worth $12 million.
The 'Canes have also signed defenceman Josef Melichar to a one-year contract worth $1 million.
The Tampa Bay Lightning have re-signed defenceman Janne Niskala to a one-year deal.
The Bolts have also re-signed forward Ryan Craig to a two-year contract worth $1.575-million.
The Detroit Red Wings have signed Marian Hossa to a one-year, $7.45 million contract. Brochu's take: The NHLPA is not going to like this one, but Hossa wants to win the cup. So get ready for the Hossa sweepstakes in 2009.
The Pittsburgh Penguins have officially signed Evgeni Malkin to a five-year deal worth $8.7 million a year.
The Pens have also signed defenseman Brooks Orpik to a six-year, $22.5 million contract extension.
The Dallas Stars have signed forward Sean Avery to a four-year, $15.5 million contract, with a limited no-movement clause.
The Stars also signed restricted free agent forward B.J. Crombeen to a one-year deal.
The Carolina Hurricanes have signed restricted free agent defenceman Joni Pitkanen to a three-year contract worth $12 million.
The 'Canes have also signed defenceman Josef Melichar to a one-year contract worth $1 million.
The Tampa Bay Lightning have re-signed defenceman Janne Niskala to a one-year deal.
The Bolts have also re-signed forward Ryan Craig to a two-year contract worth $1.575-million.
Tuesday, July 01, 2008
Zidlicky traded to Wild, more rumors
The Nashville Predators have traded defenseman Marek Zidlicky to the Minnesota Wild for Ryan Jones and a second round pick in the 2009 NHL Entry Draft. Brochu's take: A bit of a salary dump, and I wonder how much new Wild owner (ex-Preds owner) Craig Leipold has to do with this trade.
The Philadelphia Flyers have traded defenseman Denis Gauthier and a second round pick in the 2010 draft to the Los Angeles Kings for Patrik Hersley and Ned Lukacevic. Brochu's take: I guess the Flyers didn't have to buyout Gauthier's contract. Source
The Minnesota Wild have signed forward Andrew Brunette. Terms were not disclosed as of this post.
The Boston Bruins have signed UFA forward Blake Wheeler to an entry-level contract.
The Vancouver Canucks have signed forward Kyle Wellwood to a one-year, $997,500 contract. The Canucks are also rumored to be in pursuit of forward Niklas Hagman.
There are rumors that the Boston Bruins have made a 12-year, $100 million contract offer to Marian Hossa.
There are also rumors that Olaf Kolzig could be signing with the Tampa Bay Lightning.
The Philadelphia Flyers have traded defenseman Denis Gauthier and a second round pick in the 2010 draft to the Los Angeles Kings for Patrik Hersley and Ned Lukacevic. Brochu's take: I guess the Flyers didn't have to buyout Gauthier's contract. Source
The Minnesota Wild have signed forward Andrew Brunette. Terms were not disclosed as of this post.
The Boston Bruins have signed UFA forward Blake Wheeler to an entry-level contract.
The Vancouver Canucks have signed forward Kyle Wellwood to a one-year, $997,500 contract. The Canucks are also rumored to be in pursuit of forward Niklas Hagman.
There are rumors that the Boston Bruins have made a 12-year, $100 million contract offer to Marian Hossa.
There are also rumors that Olaf Kolzig could be signing with the Tampa Bay Lightning.
The lull before the storm
One quick rumor update before today's NHL free agent frenzy begins:
According to Sportsnet, the Tampa Bay Lightning have an offer on the table to Brian Rolston, but Rolston and his agent wants to wait for other offers before accepting or rejecting it. The deal is rumored to be around the same term and a little bit less than what Ryan Malone signed. (7 year, ~$29 million)
TSN is reporting that the Anaheim Ducks and forward Corey Perry are close to a new deal; a contract similiar to similar to the one that Ryan Getzlaf signed last season worth approximately $5.325 million per season. Brochu's take: This should put all the "offer sheet" rumors to rest.
Impending free agent Brian Campbell could be signing with the Atlanta Thrashers, who are rumored to be offering more money than most teams. The Ottawa Senators are in heavy pursuit of the rearguard as well.
The Edmonton Oilers could be offering a huge contract worth $9 million a year to Marian Hossa. The Vancouver Canucks are also interested in signing the winger. Brochu's take: If some team is stupid enough to give Hossa $9 million per, the NHL should implement some kind of rule to stop this silliness. Source
The Detroit Red Wings have signed Peter Worrell...err...Andreas Lilja to a two-year, $2.5 million contract extension.
The New York Rangers have signed goalie Matt Zaba to a contract extension.
The Ottawa Senators have signed forward Jeremy Yablonski to a two-year entry level contract.
The Boston Bruins have re-signed forward Petteri Nokelainen to a two-year, $1.7 million contract extension.
According to Sportsnet, the Tampa Bay Lightning have an offer on the table to Brian Rolston, but Rolston and his agent wants to wait for other offers before accepting or rejecting it. The deal is rumored to be around the same term and a little bit less than what Ryan Malone signed. (7 year, ~$29 million)
TSN is reporting that the Anaheim Ducks and forward Corey Perry are close to a new deal; a contract similiar to similar to the one that Ryan Getzlaf signed last season worth approximately $5.325 million per season. Brochu's take: This should put all the "offer sheet" rumors to rest.
Impending free agent Brian Campbell could be signing with the Atlanta Thrashers, who are rumored to be offering more money than most teams. The Ottawa Senators are in heavy pursuit of the rearguard as well.
The Edmonton Oilers could be offering a huge contract worth $9 million a year to Marian Hossa. The Vancouver Canucks are also interested in signing the winger. Brochu's take: If some team is stupid enough to give Hossa $9 million per, the NHL should implement some kind of rule to stop this silliness. Source
The Detroit Red Wings have signed Peter Worrell...err...Andreas Lilja to a two-year, $2.5 million contract extension.
The New York Rangers have signed goalie Matt Zaba to a contract extension.
The Ottawa Senators have signed forward Jeremy Yablonski to a two-year entry level contract.
The Boston Bruins have re-signed forward Petteri Nokelainen to a two-year, $1.7 million contract extension.
Sunday, June 22, 2008
NHL and hockey rumors for June 23, 2008
According to Bruce Garrioch of the Ottawa Sun, the San Jose Sharks might be willing to deal forward Milan Michalek.
TSN is reporting that New York Rangers forward Sean Avery is set to become an unrestricted free agent.
Rumor has it that Marian Hossa has turned down the 7 year, $50 million contract offer from the Pittsburgh Penguins and will test free agency on July 1.
The Colorado Avalanche have traded forward Brad Richardson to the Los Angeles Kings for a second-round pick in the 2008 Entry Draft.
The Phoenix Coyotes traded Pittsburgh’s third-round pick in the 2008 Entry Draft (90th overall, previously acquired) to the NY Rangers for defenseman Alex Bourret.
For a list of minor draft trades, here's the link.
Poll Results:
Who will most likely get an offer sheet?
Total Votes: 307
Thanks to everyone who voted in the polls!
TSN is reporting that New York Rangers forward Sean Avery is set to become an unrestricted free agent.
Rumor has it that Marian Hossa has turned down the 7 year, $50 million contract offer from the Pittsburgh Penguins and will test free agency on July 1.
The Colorado Avalanche have traded forward Brad Richardson to the Los Angeles Kings for a second-round pick in the 2008 Entry Draft.
The Phoenix Coyotes traded Pittsburgh’s third-round pick in the 2008 Entry Draft (90th overall, previously acquired) to the NY Rangers for defenseman Alex Bourret.
For a list of minor draft trades, here's the link.
Poll Results:
Who will most likely get an offer sheet?
Jeff Carter | 71 (23%) |
Jay Bouwmeester | 58 (18%) |
Mike Green | 66 (21%) |
Corey Perry | 75 (24%) |
Shea Weber | 28 (9%) |
Other | 9 (2%) |
Total Votes: 307
Thanks to everyone who voted in the polls!
Saturday, June 14, 2008
Hossa offered 7 year, $50 million?
According to the Columbus Dispatch, the Pittsburgh Penguins have offered Marian Hossa a 7 year, $50 million contract, and are waiting for his answer. It's believed the Penguins have made signing Hossa their top offseason priority.
The same Puck-rakers blog is speculating if Hossa is signed, the Columbus Blue Jackets will "swoop in" and trade for forward Ryan Malone's rights. The Jackets are rumored to be offering Dan Fritsche or a second/third round pick in the 2008 NHL Entry draft. Source
Various sources are saying the Pens are also close to re-signing Evgeni Malkin to a new contract extension. Rumors are that it will be a 5 or 6 year deal, perhaps less than what Sidney Crosby is getting.
The Penguins have also filed salary arbitration for goalie Marc-Andre Fleury. This will prevent rival teams from sending offer sheets for Fleury.
TSN is reporting that Montreal Canadiens goalie Yann Danis will not return with the team, and will test free agency. Rumors are that the Edmonton Oilers and LA Kings are interested in the young netminder.
In a Sportsnet interview, Ottawa Senators GM Bryan Murray confirmed that goalie Ray Emery will not be back with the team, and could be bought out in the next 48 hours. He also stated that it was unlikely that Wade Redden will remain with the Sens, who is due to become an unrestricted free agent July 1.
The Edmonton Oilers have signed forward Ryan Potulny to a one-year deal.
Peter DeBoer has been named the head coach of the Florida Panthers.
The Carolina Hurricanes have signed forward Trevor Gillies to a one-year contract. Source
The same Puck-rakers blog is speculating if Hossa is signed, the Columbus Blue Jackets will "swoop in" and trade for forward Ryan Malone's rights. The Jackets are rumored to be offering Dan Fritsche or a second/third round pick in the 2008 NHL Entry draft. Source
Various sources are saying the Pens are also close to re-signing Evgeni Malkin to a new contract extension. Rumors are that it will be a 5 or 6 year deal, perhaps less than what Sidney Crosby is getting.
The Penguins have also filed salary arbitration for goalie Marc-Andre Fleury. This will prevent rival teams from sending offer sheets for Fleury.
TSN is reporting that Montreal Canadiens goalie Yann Danis will not return with the team, and will test free agency. Rumors are that the Edmonton Oilers and LA Kings are interested in the young netminder.
In a Sportsnet interview, Ottawa Senators GM Bryan Murray confirmed that goalie Ray Emery will not be back with the team, and could be bought out in the next 48 hours. He also stated that it was unlikely that Wade Redden will remain with the Sens, who is due to become an unrestricted free agent July 1.
The Edmonton Oilers have signed forward Ryan Potulny to a one-year deal.
Peter DeBoer has been named the head coach of the Florida Panthers.
The Carolina Hurricanes have signed forward Trevor Gillies to a one-year contract. Source
Tuesday, June 10, 2008
NHL and hockey rumors for June 11, 2008
According to the Puck-rakers blog at the Columbus Dispatch website, the Columbus Blue Jackets and Pittsburgh Penguins have had preliminary talks about a trade. The talks are surrounding Pittsburgh trading the rights to some of their impending unrestricted free agents. Writer Aaron Portzline speculates it could be either Brooks Orpik or Ryan Malone. Brochu's take: This could be a move similar to what Nashville did last summer when they sent the rights to Kimmo Timonen and Scott Hartnell to Philadelphia. Rumors are flying it could be Marian Hossa as well. Source
The Dallas Stars have traded forward Marty Sertich to the Colorado Avalanche for a conditional draft pick in the 2009 NHL Entry Draft. Source
The Anaheim Ducks have traded defenseman Marc-Andre Bergeron to the Minnesota Wild for a third round pick in the 2008 NHL Entry Draft. Source
Vancouver Canucks forward Trevor Linden will announce his retirement in a news conference scheduled for Wednesday in Vancouver.
Dallas Stars defenseman Mattias Norstrom announced his retirement from the NHL Tuesday.
The Detroit Red Wings have agreed to a three-year extension with head coach Mike Babcock.
The Los Angeles Kings have fired coach Marc Crawford. Crawford had one year remaining on his contract. There are rumors that Joel Quennville could be taking his job.
The Dallas Stars have traded forward Marty Sertich to the Colorado Avalanche for a conditional draft pick in the 2009 NHL Entry Draft. Source
The Anaheim Ducks have traded defenseman Marc-Andre Bergeron to the Minnesota Wild for a third round pick in the 2008 NHL Entry Draft. Source
Vancouver Canucks forward Trevor Linden will announce his retirement in a news conference scheduled for Wednesday in Vancouver.
Dallas Stars defenseman Mattias Norstrom announced his retirement from the NHL Tuesday.
The Detroit Red Wings have agreed to a three-year extension with head coach Mike Babcock.
The Los Angeles Kings have fired coach Marc Crawford. Crawford had one year remaining on his contract. There are rumors that Joel Quennville could be taking his job.
Tuesday, June 03, 2008
Habs, Canucks after Hossa?
According to Metro News, Pittsburgh Penguins forward Marian Hossa will not be re-signing with the club, and the leading contenders to sign the free agent forward are the Montreal Canadiens and Vancouver Canucks.
The Tampa Bay Lightning have fired coach John Tortorella. Tortorella had one year remaining on his contract. Barry Melrose continues to be rumored as the new head coach. Brochu's take: This has been rumoured for the longest time. GM Jay Feaster did not deny the Melrose rumor, but only stated that he has a list of names he will take to the new ownership.
The Buffalo Sabres have signed defenseman Dennis Persson to a three-year, entry-level contract.
Philadelphia Flyers forward Sami Kapanen has retired from the NHL. He is close to signing a multi-year contract with Finnish club KalPa Kuopio. Kapanen owns 50.5% of the shares of KalPa and is also chairman of the organization. His contract has been terminated mutually but the Flyers will continue to hold his NHL rights.
Anaheim Ducks forward Jason King has left the organization and will play with Adler Mannheim of the German DEL. Source
The New York Rangers have signed forward Tomas Zaborsky to a three-year, entry-level contract.
The Tampa Bay Lightning have fired coach John Tortorella. Tortorella had one year remaining on his contract. Barry Melrose continues to be rumored as the new head coach. Brochu's take: This has been rumoured for the longest time. GM Jay Feaster did not deny the Melrose rumor, but only stated that he has a list of names he will take to the new ownership.
The Buffalo Sabres have signed defenseman Dennis Persson to a three-year, entry-level contract.
Philadelphia Flyers forward Sami Kapanen has retired from the NHL. He is close to signing a multi-year contract with Finnish club KalPa Kuopio. Kapanen owns 50.5% of the shares of KalPa and is also chairman of the organization. His contract has been terminated mutually but the Flyers will continue to hold his NHL rights.
Anaheim Ducks forward Jason King has left the organization and will play with Adler Mannheim of the German DEL. Source
The New York Rangers have signed forward Tomas Zaborsky to a three-year, entry-level contract.
Sunday, May 11, 2008
Bruins, Habs, Rangers to target Hossa
According to the Boston Globe, three NHL teams will make a serious move for impending UFA Marian Hossa: The Boston Bruins, Montreal Canadiens and New York Rangers. It's believed that the Pittsburgh Penguins will make attempt to sign the forward, but it's unlikely given the other free agents the Pens have to sign. Brochu's take: The Pens want to sign Malkin as soon as possible, and they still have to lock up other young talents like goalie Marc-Andre Fleury. They'll give a half-hearted offer to Hossa, but they know he is a pure rental.
Bruce Garrioch of the Ottawa Sun is reporting that Alexei Yashin is ready to return to the NHL but teams should hurry since he has already received an offer to return to his RSL team Lokomotiv Yaroslavl. Garrioch reports that the Minnesota Wild and Montreal Canadiens have contacted Yashin's agent. Brochu's take: There's a reason why 30 NHL teams didn't touch him last summer. If someone is stupid enough to offer what he wants, ($4 million or more) than by all means go right ahead.
Brochu's European rumor roundup:
Tampa Bay Lightning forward Andreas Karlsson has signed with Frolunda of the SEL for the 2008-2009 season. Source
The Detroit Red Wings have signed goalie Daniel Larsson to an entry-level contract. Source
Bruce Garrioch of the Ottawa Sun is reporting that Alexei Yashin is ready to return to the NHL but teams should hurry since he has already received an offer to return to his RSL team Lokomotiv Yaroslavl. Garrioch reports that the Minnesota Wild and Montreal Canadiens have contacted Yashin's agent. Brochu's take: There's a reason why 30 NHL teams didn't touch him last summer. If someone is stupid enough to offer what he wants, ($4 million or more) than by all means go right ahead.
Brochu's European rumor roundup:
Tampa Bay Lightning forward Andreas Karlsson has signed with Frolunda of the SEL for the 2008-2009 season. Source
The Detroit Red Wings have signed goalie Daniel Larsson to an entry-level contract. Source
Tuesday, April 01, 2008
Hawks to get top dman, forward?
Chicago Blackhawks GM Dale Tallon expects to get approval from chairman Rocky Wirtz to spend what he needs in free agency starting July 1. "We need a top-notch defenseman and a top-notch forward," Tallon said. "I could see (adding) two free agents and two kids. But whatever we do won't be just for next year. Any additions will be for the long term, too." Brochu's take: The crop of top defenseman includes Wade Redden, Brian Campbell and John-Michael Liles. The only real "top-notch" forward is Marian Hossa. The Hawks have a lot of cap room and I expect them to sign one of these players. Source
The Edmonton Oilers have signed forward Bryan Lerg. The 5'10, 175-pound Michigan State forward has 20 goals and 19 assists in 42 games this year for the Spartans. Lerg signed a two-year deal worth $962,000, with $175,000 in bonuses. Brochu's take: The Oilers continue to gather top college age talent. However, they are getting close to their maximum of 50 NHL contracts. Source
The Los Angeles Kings have signed defenseman Davis Drewiske to a multi-year, entry-level contract. Drewiske, 23, had 21 points in 20 games with the Wisconsin Badgers.
The New York Islanders have signed defenseman Jack Hillen to a two-year, entry-level contract. In 41 games this season with Colorado College, the 5-11, 200-pound native of Minnesota had six goals and 31 assists for a Division I-leading 37 points among defensemen. Brochu's take: With the salary cap, many teams are now snapping up the young talent in the college ranks more than ever. Hillen will get a few games in the NHL this season to show his stuff. Source
The Edmonton Oilers have signed forward Bryan Lerg. The 5'10, 175-pound Michigan State forward has 20 goals and 19 assists in 42 games this year for the Spartans. Lerg signed a two-year deal worth $962,000, with $175,000 in bonuses. Brochu's take: The Oilers continue to gather top college age talent. However, they are getting close to their maximum of 50 NHL contracts. Source
The Los Angeles Kings have signed defenseman Davis Drewiske to a multi-year, entry-level contract. Drewiske, 23, had 21 points in 20 games with the Wisconsin Badgers.
The New York Islanders have signed defenseman Jack Hillen to a two-year, entry-level contract. In 41 games this season with Colorado College, the 5-11, 200-pound native of Minnesota had six goals and 31 assists for a Division I-leading 37 points among defensemen. Brochu's take: With the salary cap, many teams are now snapping up the young talent in the college ranks more than ever. Hillen will get a few games in the NHL this season to show his stuff. Source
Saturday, March 29, 2008
Leafs to buy out Tucker, Blake?
On the intermission program "The Hotstove" during CBC's Hockey Night in Canada broadcast, Al Strachan stated that the Toronto Maple Leafs will definitely buy out Darcy Tucker's contract and will likely buy out Jason Blake's contract as well. Scott Morrison speculated that Blake could be traded sometime this summer, as well as Bryan McCabe, who is rumored to accept a trade to the New York Islanders. Brochu's take: The buy-out is the new buzzword in Toronto. Tucker's contract is relatively manageable and I doubt that he would get bought out. Moving Blake and McCabe's contracts would be easier and better off in the long run.
The Leafs also signed forward Kyle Rogers to a two-year, entry level contract. He will the AHL Toronto Marlies for the remainder of the season and playoffs. Brochu's take: Rogers was pursued by many teams, and is a good step for the re-building Leafs. Source
Pittsburgh Penguins GM Ray Shero is unsure if he could re-sign forward Marian Hossa. When asked about the situation, he responded "I don't know. If I had to look into a crystal ball, it would be a little cloudy." Brochu's take: Hossa knows he is the top free agent this summer and could get a better contract if he goes to free agency. I can only see Hossa re-signing with the Pens if they make a deep run in the playoffs. Source
The newspapers in Florida speculate that the Florida Panthers will be making several important decisions this summer. GM and head coach Jacques Martin and franchise forward Olli Jokinen have butted heads this season, and one or both of them could be gone. Brochu's take: My feeling is Martin is good as gone. As for Jokinen, several teams will make a run for him and the Panthers will have to seriously address if the packages are enough to trade him.
The Dallas Stars have signed forward Raymond Sawada to a two-year, entry level contract and assigned him to the AHL Iowa Stars.
The Washington Capitals have signed center Mathieu Perreault to a three-year contract, entry level contract.
The Leafs also signed forward Kyle Rogers to a two-year, entry level contract. He will the AHL Toronto Marlies for the remainder of the season and playoffs. Brochu's take: Rogers was pursued by many teams, and is a good step for the re-building Leafs. Source
Pittsburgh Penguins GM Ray Shero is unsure if he could re-sign forward Marian Hossa. When asked about the situation, he responded "I don't know. If I had to look into a crystal ball, it would be a little cloudy." Brochu's take: Hossa knows he is the top free agent this summer and could get a better contract if he goes to free agency. I can only see Hossa re-signing with the Pens if they make a deep run in the playoffs. Source
The newspapers in Florida speculate that the Florida Panthers will be making several important decisions this summer. GM and head coach Jacques Martin and franchise forward Olli Jokinen have butted heads this season, and one or both of them could be gone. Brochu's take: My feeling is Martin is good as gone. As for Jokinen, several teams will make a run for him and the Panthers will have to seriously address if the packages are enough to trade him.
The Dallas Stars have signed forward Raymond Sawada to a two-year, entry level contract and assigned him to the AHL Iowa Stars.
The Washington Capitals have signed center Mathieu Perreault to a three-year contract, entry level contract.
Sunday, March 23, 2008
NHL rumors for March 23, 2008
The latest from Bruce Garrioch of the Ottawa Sun:
The Toronto Maple Leafs could possibly buy out forward Darcy Tucker's contract in the summer if Tucker continues to not waive his no trade clause. Tucker has 3 years and $9 million left on his contract, but if the Leafs bought him out it would only be a $1 million cap hit for 6 years.
Tampa Bay Lightning forward Andre Roy, who returned to the team after being sent home to "think", are rumored to be targeted by the Ottawa Senators in the off-season.
The Senators are believed to be negotiating with impending UFA Wade Redden. Apparently, the San Jose Sharks offered him a 3 year, $16.5 million contract extension if he had agreed to waive his no trade clause to got to San Jose.
Garrioch speculates that Montreal Canadiens goaltender Jaroslav Halak could get some offer sheets from around the league. Teams that could be in the mix include the Chicago Blackhawks, Los Angeles Kings and Philadelphia Flyers.
Garrioch continues that if the Boston Bruins miss the playoffs, they will surely trade Glen Murray. The unloading of Murray's contract could give the Bruins enough money to sign impending UFA Marian Hossa.
The Toronto Sun is reporting that the Detroit Red Wings are very happy with defenseman Brad Stuart and are negotiating a contract extension.
The Detroit Free Press is reporting that defenseman Chris Chelios will likely be back next season.
The St. Petersburg Times is reporting that coach John Tortorella said defenseman Paul Ranger is "untouchable" this offseason.
The Toronto Maple Leafs could possibly buy out forward Darcy Tucker's contract in the summer if Tucker continues to not waive his no trade clause. Tucker has 3 years and $9 million left on his contract, but if the Leafs bought him out it would only be a $1 million cap hit for 6 years.
Tampa Bay Lightning forward Andre Roy, who returned to the team after being sent home to "think", are rumored to be targeted by the Ottawa Senators in the off-season.
The Senators are believed to be negotiating with impending UFA Wade Redden. Apparently, the San Jose Sharks offered him a 3 year, $16.5 million contract extension if he had agreed to waive his no trade clause to got to San Jose.
Garrioch speculates that Montreal Canadiens goaltender Jaroslav Halak could get some offer sheets from around the league. Teams that could be in the mix include the Chicago Blackhawks, Los Angeles Kings and Philadelphia Flyers.
Garrioch continues that if the Boston Bruins miss the playoffs, they will surely trade Glen Murray. The unloading of Murray's contract could give the Bruins enough money to sign impending UFA Marian Hossa.
The Toronto Sun is reporting that the Detroit Red Wings are very happy with defenseman Brad Stuart and are negotiating a contract extension.
The Detroit Free Press is reporting that defenseman Chris Chelios will likely be back next season.
The St. Petersburg Times is reporting that coach John Tortorella said defenseman Paul Ranger is "untouchable" this offseason.
Wednesday, February 27, 2008
Senators fire Paddock, Low
The Ottawa Senators have fired coach John Paddock and assistant coach Ron Low. Speculation and rumours have surrounded the coach's future during the recent spell of bad games. GM Bryan Murray will take over coaching duties for the stretch run, while Paddock has been offered a job somewhere in the organization. Source
According to the Montreal Gazette, the Montreal Canadiens are believed to have offered forwards Michael Ryder, Maxim Lapierre and Mikhail Grabovski to the Atlanta Thrashers for Marian Hossa. GM Bob Gainey mentioned that the Thrashers wanted "4 elements", 3 of which were playing on Tuesday. Source
The Thrashers apparently wanted Antoine Vermette, Nick Foligno and 1st round pick in 2008 for Hossa, the Ottawa Sun reports. Source
Rumours are flying that Pittsburgh Penguins GM Ray Shero received orders from the owners to make a serious playoff run this year, leading to the acquisition of Hossa.
The Vancouver Sun is reporting that Vancouver Canucks GM Dave Nonis offered defenseman Luc Bourdon, goaltending prospect Cory Schneider, and Mason Raymond to the Tampa Bay Lightning for Brad Richards. Rumours are that the Lightning really wanted defenseman Alex Edler and forward Ryan Kesler.
According to the Montreal Gazette, the Montreal Canadiens are believed to have offered forwards Michael Ryder, Maxim Lapierre and Mikhail Grabovski to the Atlanta Thrashers for Marian Hossa. GM Bob Gainey mentioned that the Thrashers wanted "4 elements", 3 of which were playing on Tuesday. Source
The Thrashers apparently wanted Antoine Vermette, Nick Foligno and 1st round pick in 2008 for Hossa, the Ottawa Sun reports. Source
Rumours are flying that Pittsburgh Penguins GM Ray Shero received orders from the owners to make a serious playoff run this year, leading to the acquisition of Hossa.
The Vancouver Sun is reporting that Vancouver Canucks GM Dave Nonis offered defenseman Luc Bourdon, goaltending prospect Cory Schneider, and Mason Raymond to the Tampa Bay Lightning for Brad Richards. Rumours are that the Lightning really wanted defenseman Alex Edler and forward Ryan Kesler.
Tuesday, February 26, 2008
NHL trade deadline round-up: Part 3
The New York Rangers traded forward Marcel Hossa and goaltending prospect Al Montoya to the Phoenix Coyotes for forwards Fredrik Sjostrom and Josh Gratton, goaltender David LeNeveu and a conditional draft pick in 2009.
The St. Louis Blues traded defenseman Christian Backman to the New York Rangers for 4th round pick in 2008.
The St. Louis Blues traded defenseman Bryce Salvador to the New Jersey Devils for forward Cam Janssen.
The Chicago Blackhawks traded forward Tuomo Ruutu to the Carolina Hurricanes for forward Andrew Ladd.
The Chicago Blackhawks traded forward Martin Lapointe to the Ottawa Senators for a 6th round pick in 2008.
The St. Louis Blues traded defenseman Christian Backman to the New York Rangers for 4th round pick in 2008.
The St. Louis Blues traded defenseman Bryce Salvador to the New Jersey Devils for forward Cam Janssen.
The Chicago Blackhawks traded forward Tuomo Ruutu to the Carolina Hurricanes for forward Andrew Ladd.
The Chicago Blackhawks traded forward Martin Lapointe to the Ottawa Senators for a 6th round pick in 2008.
NHL trade deadline round-up: Part 1
I'm going to post this in spurts, so there's enough labels to go around. Feel free to post your comments if you wish.
The Atlanta Thrashers traded forwards Marian Hossa and Pascal Dupuis to the Pittsburgh Penguins for prospect Angelo Esposito, forwards Colby Armstrong and Erik Christensen and a 1st round pick in 2008. Source
The Tampa Bay Lightning traded forward Brad Richards and goaltender Johan Holmqvist to the Dallas Stars for goaltender Mike Smith, forwards Jussi Jokinen and Jeff Halpern and a 4th round pick in 2009. Source
The Buffalo Sabres traded defenseman Brian Campbell and a 7th round pick in 2008 to the San Jose Sharks for forward Steve Bernier and a 1st round pick in 2008. Source
The Atlanta Thrashers traded forwards Marian Hossa and Pascal Dupuis to the Pittsburgh Penguins for prospect Angelo Esposito, forwards Colby Armstrong and Erik Christensen and a 1st round pick in 2008. Source
The Tampa Bay Lightning traded forward Brad Richards and goaltender Johan Holmqvist to the Dallas Stars for goaltender Mike Smith, forwards Jussi Jokinen and Jeff Halpern and a 4th round pick in 2009. Source
The Buffalo Sabres traded defenseman Brian Campbell and a 7th round pick in 2008 to the San Jose Sharks for forward Steve Bernier and a 1st round pick in 2008. Source
NHL trade rumor update Feb 26 3:00 AM EST
According to Bob McKenzie's blog on TSN.ca, the Chicago Blackhawks sent an email Monday night to the 29 other NHL teams indicating that 8 players were available. These 8 are Nikolai Khabibulin, Martin Havlat, Robert Lang, Tuomo Ruutu, Martin Lapointe, Yanic Perreault, Andrei Zyuzin, and Rene Bourque.
The NHL Experts Blog on Yahoo! is reporting that the Tampa Bay Lightning will send Brad Richards to the Dallas Stars for Mike Smith, forward Jeff Halpern and defenseman Mark Fistric. The same article quotes a "league executive" as the source. The article also makes the note that the Montreal Canadiens are about to land Atlanta Thrashers forward Marian Hossa, with Michael Ryder going to Atlanta. Rumors are flying that the Habs included young prospect Mikhail Grabovski in the deal. Source
The NHL Experts Blog on Yahoo! is reporting that the Tampa Bay Lightning will send Brad Richards to the Dallas Stars for Mike Smith, forward Jeff Halpern and defenseman Mark Fistric. The same article quotes a "league executive" as the source. The article also makes the note that the Montreal Canadiens are about to land Atlanta Thrashers forward Marian Hossa, with Michael Ryder going to Atlanta. Rumors are flying that the Habs included young prospect Mikhail Grabovski in the deal. Source
Sunday, February 24, 2008
Sundin refuses to waive NTC
According to Bob McKenzie of TSN, Mats Sundin has told the Toronto Maple Leafs that he will NOT waive his no trade clause. He does not want to be a rental player. Interim GM Cliff Fletcher also met with Pavel Kubina, Tomas Kaberle and Darcy Tucker, and all said "NO" to waiving their no trade clauses. Bryan McCabe may "consider" deals to the Eastern Conference. McKenzie speculates the only option for Fletcher is deal signed players such as Alex Steen, who the Edmonton Oilers covet.
McKenzie also reports that the Atlanta Thrashers may trade Marian Hossa as soon as tomorrow. The Ottawa Senators and Montreal Canadiens are the front-runners. Also, GM Don Waddell was watching the Montreal's AHL affiliate Hamilton Bulldogs, while Atlanta scouts were watching the Senator's AHL affiliate in Binghamton.
McKenzie also reports that the Atlanta Thrashers may trade Marian Hossa as soon as tomorrow. The Ottawa Senators and Montreal Canadiens are the front-runners. Also, GM Don Waddell was watching the Montreal's AHL affiliate Hamilton Bulldogs, while Atlanta scouts were watching the Senator's AHL affiliate in Binghamton.
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