Showing posts with label J. Carter. Show all posts
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Tuesday, December 22, 2009

Hockey and NHL rumors for Dec 23, 2009

The Phoenix Coyotes have signed defenseman Anders Eriksson to a contract.

The Los Angeles Kings have agreed to terms with free agent defenseman Jake Muzzin on a three-year entry-level contract. Source

Rumors continue to persist that the Philadelphia Flyers are looking to trade forward Jeff Carter. The latest involves the Vancouver Canucks sending forward Ryan Kesler and defenseman Kevin Bieksa to the Flyers in exchange for Carter and defenseman Ryan Parent. Brochu's take: This could make a very interesting trade, as the Flyers have been interested in Kesler for some time and Carter would give an offensive punch to the Canucks.

Sunday, December 20, 2009

Hockey and NHL rumors for Dec 21, 2009

Sorry about the delay, lots of Christmas errands to do!

According to Bruce Garrioch of the Ottawa Sun, the Atlanta Thrashers and Ilya Kovalchuk are having difficulty negotiating a new contract extension. It's believed that Kovalchuk is seeking a $11 million a year deal. Garrioch speculates that the LA Kings, Boston Bruins, Washington Capitals, New York Rangers, Colorado Avalanche and New Jersey Devils are the most interested. Brochu's take: Well, you can forget the Bruins, Capitals, Rangers and Devils for salary reasons. It does however, look likely that Kovalchuk may be shopped. I would say the Kings would the most likely at this moment.

The Philadelphia Flyers are shopping forward Jeff Carter.

The Anaheim Ducks are looking to move forward Joffrey Lupul.

The Edmonton Oilers are shopping forward Shawn Horcoff, defenseman Sheldon Souray and defenseman Lubomir Visnovsky. Brochu's take: Horcoff's contract will scare off all teams. Both Souray and Visnovsky could get interesting returns.

Monday, May 18, 2009

NHL and Hockey Rumors for May 18, 2009

Chuck Gormley of the Courier-Post is reporting a rumor that the Philadelphia Flyers would trade either Daniel Briere or Joffrey Lupul and a top prospect (either James van Riemdyk, Luca Sbisa or a 2009 1st round pick) to the Montreal Canadiens for goalie Carey Price and the rights to impending UFA defenseman Mike Komisarek. Another rumour has the Flyers sending a package to the Vancouver Canucks for goalie Roberto Luongo and the rights to Mattias Ohlund. Gormley also adds the Canucks are interested in acquiring forward Jeff Carter. Brochu's take: First, this is completely ludicrous, but since it's quiet in the NHL rumor mill, I might as well have a stab at analyzing it. Briere has a no movement clause, and if he really wanted to be in Montreal, he could have signed there a few years ago. The rights to Mike Komisarek is only worth a 2nd rounder, so this trade would signicantly benefit Montreal. As for Luongo, he's not getting traded, despite all the made-up media speculation coming from Vancouver. Source

NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman told officials with the Phoenix Coyotes in early April that the NHL would consider moving the team to Winnipeg but not Hamilton, court filings show. Bankruptcy proceedings are expected to continue on Tuesday. There has also been rumors that Las Vegas could play into the equation. Brochu's take: The Vegas bid for an NHL team has been on the backburner since the arena deal fell through, but the Phoenix situation may stoke the fires again. Source

Tuesday, November 04, 2008

NHL and Hockey Rumors for Nov 5, 2008

During TSN's broadcast of the NHL game between the Vancouver Canucks and Nashville Predators, analyst Bob McKenzie mentioned that Canucks defensemen Mattias Ohlund and Kevin Bieksa have both been in the rumor mill, and several teams have been asking if they are available. McKenzie suggests that teams with surplus offensive players, such as the Philadephia Flyers, could help out the Canucks, while at the same time shed some salary to fit free agent Brendan Shanahan. Brochu's take: McKenzie also mentioned the possibilty of a Joffrey Lupul or Jeff Carter moving. It will take a good package to pry those steady defenseman out of Vancouver.

According to the Sun Sentinel, Florida Panthers GM Jacques Martin spoke about the Panthers’ tepid start and noted that he’s considering moving some veteran players who aren’t producing. “When I look at our performance so far, I don’t think it’s good enough,” Martin said. “We made some moves in the offseason and some of our players have to be better. Some of our veterans have to give us a better performance.” Brochu's take: Since there's not exactly a surplus of veterans on the Cats' roster, I would assume he is speaking about Richard Zednik and Jay Bouwmeester. Bouwmeester continues to be rumored to be headed on his way out of Florida. Source

The Tampa Bay Lightning have placed defenseman Janne Niskala on waivers.

Martin Gelinas has signed a two-week try-out contract with Swiss hockey club SC Bern. He will be given a chance to participate in the European Champions Hockey League and may earn a full contract. Brochu's take: The mainstream media has unfortunately forgot to mention that this is a two-week tryout. Bern will decide on November 24 if they will sign Gelinas long term. Source

The news of New Jersey Devils goaltender Martin Brodeur possibly missing up to 4 months with elbow surgery has sparked rumors that they could be interested in Chicago Blackhawks goalie Nikolai Khabibulin or Edmonton Oilers goalie Dwayne Roloson. Brochu's take: While Roloson is the cheaper option, Khabibulin could be a better fit. With Brodeur out for almost the entire regular season, Khabibulin's contract won't be that much of a burden.

Friday, June 27, 2008

NHL and hockey rumors for June 28, 2008

The New York Post is reporting that Jaromir Jagr has received a three-year, $35 million contract offer to play with Avangard Omsk of the Russian Super League (KHL) next season. Brochu's take: Jagr claims that he wants to play in the NHL, but he won't be earning anywhere near that playing in North America. If he doesn't find a team, he's gone. Source

The Calgary Flames forwards Daymond Langkow, Craig Conroy and Erik Nystrom to contract extensions. The Flames have also signed goalie Curtis McElhinney.

The Anaheim Ducks have place forward Todd Bertuzzi on waivers with the intent to buyout the remaining year on his contract. Bertuzzi has one year left on his $4 million a year contract.

The Florida Panthers have bought out the contract of forward Jozef Stumpel, making him an unrestricted free agent.

The New York Islanders have placed forward Shawn Bates on waivers with the intention to buyout the remaining year on his contract.

The Columbus Jackets have put defenseman Duvie Westcott on waivers with the intention to buyout the remainder of his contract.

The Dallas Stars have signed forward Loui Eriksson to a two-year, $3.2 million contract extension.

The Philadelphia Flyers have officially signed forward Jeff Carter to a three-year, $15 million contract extension.

Thursday, June 19, 2008

NHL and hockey rumors for June 20, 2008

The St. Louis Blues have traded forward Jamal Mayers to the Toronto Maple Leafs for a third round pick in 2008. Source

Rumors have been flying that the Pittsburgh Penguins are willing to trade Evgeni Malkin to the Los Angeles Kings in exchange for the 2nd overall pick in this year's NHL Entry Draft and forward Mike Cammalleri. Brochu's take: Both sides have denied talks, but what else do you expect.

Bruce Garrioch of the Ottawa Sun is reporting that the Senators would consider trading Jason Spezza, with the Kings interested. Brochu's take: Garrioch started the rumor, than got GM Bryan Murray to deny it. And people wonder where rumors start?

According to Sportsnet, the Philadelphia Flyers have re-signed restricted free agent Jeff Carter to a three-year, $15 million contract.

There's apparently speculation that the Vancouver Canucks would consider trading one or both the Sedin twins, but the rumor has been denied before it even became a rumor.

The Canucks have also hired London Knights coach Dave Gagner as their new Director of Player Development. They have also moved Stan Smyl as their new Director of Collegiate Scouting.

The Atlanta Thrashers have hired AHL Chicago Wolves coach John Anderson as their new head coach.

The Anaheim Ducks are about to hire Dave Nonis as a senior adviser. It's believed his contract will have lots of out clauses in case more management positions open up for him.

There are also rumors that the New York Rangers are interested in restricted free agent Jay Bouwmeester of the Florida Panthers.

Monday, May 19, 2008

NHL and hockey rumors for May 20, 2008

According to The Hockey News' Brian Costello, CBC's Hockey Night in Canada analyst Craig Simpson will be leaving the network and returning to the Edmonton Oilers in some capacity, possibly as an assistant head coach. Source

Philadelphia Flyers GM Paul Holmgren has made it clear that Jeff Carter will be staying with the Flyers organization, one way or another. The Flyers could lose Carter to a Group II offer sheet of $5 million or more. "We'll sign or match," Holmgren said yesterday. "We're not going to lose Jeff." Brochu's take: It will take around $5 to $5.5 million to get Carter under contract. The Flyers are going to be pushing the cap next season, so look for them to unload some players this summer. Source

The Philadelphia Daily News is reporting that the Flyers are unlikely to be signing defensemen Jason Smith and Jaroslav Modry, who are both due to become unrestricted free agents. Source

Brochu's European rumour roundup:

According to Aftonbladet, there are rumors that Florida Panthers defenseman Magnus Johansson could sign with Russian club Lokomotiv Yaroslav. Source

There are rumors that German club ERC Ingolstadt are pursuing two players; Edmonton Oilers defenseman Allan Rourke and Atlanta Thrashers forward Jesse Schultz. Source

Monday, March 24, 2008

Senators owner in trouble?

Biovail founder and Ottawa Senators owner Eugene Melnyk appears to be in trouble again with securities regulators. Securities regulators in both Ontario and the U.S. have charged Mr. Melnyk and three other former Biovail officers with accounting fraud. Without admitting or denying the allegations, Biovail agreed to pay a $10-million penalty, but the payment does not settle the charges against Mr. Melnyk and the other three former Biovail officials. Brochu's take: These are pretty serious allegations. The worst case scenario is that the NHL may force Melnyk to sell the Senators. Source

The Ottawa Senators have signed free agent forward Jesse Winchester to a one-year contract. Brochu's take: The Senators are hoping he could become another NHLer from Colgate University, just like St. Louis Blues forward Andy McDonald. Source

According to the Camden Courier-Post, Philadelphia Flyers GM Paul Holmgren have begin contract negotiations with forward Jeff Carter, who is due to be a RFA on July 1. A new contract is not imminent. Brochu's take: Carter could easily receive offer sheets from teams looking for a 23-year old power forward with 28 goals. Look for a deal to be in the $4-4.5 million dollar range. Source

Brochu's European rumor roundup:

According to Russian website championat.ru, Alexei Cherepanov will stay with Avangard Omsk for one more year before joining the New York Rangers. Brochu's take: Cherepanov could benefit with another year in the RSL (or the new KHL).
Source

Sunday, March 16, 2008

Bruce Garrioch's latest rumours

The latest from Bruce Garrioch of the Ottawa Sun:

Detroit Red Wings coach Mike Babcock could become the next coach of the Ottawa Senators. Babcock has the option for next year, but could become a "free agent" if he chooses to. Senators GM Bryan Murray and Babcock have a close relationship, with Murray hiring Babcock as the coach of the Anaheim Ducks.

The Chicago Blackhawks may be shopping Martin Havlat and his $6 million a year contract in the off-season.

The Columbus Blue Jackets may try to acquire San Jose Sharks centre Patrick Marleau in the off-season.

The Los Angeles Kings and Tampa Bay Lightning could make a pitch for impending UFA goaltender Jose Theodore. Garrioch believes that Theodore needs a strong playoff run with the Colorado Avalanche to boost his stock.

Paul Kelly, the NHLPA's executive director, said yesterday the union would be willing to change the CBA to allow Anaheim Ducks GM Brian Burke's plan for salary retention. Burke has been floating the idea that teams be allowed to pick up as much as $500,000 of a player's contract if the player is moved to another team.

The likelihood of the Atlanta Thrashers shopping defenseman Alexei Zhitnik in the summer is high. Zhitnik has one year left at $3.5 million and has been a healthy scratch several times this season.

The talk out of Philly is that if the Toronto Maple Leafs had traded Tomas Kaberle to the Philadelphia Flyers at the deadline, Toronto would not only have received Jeff Carter in return, they would have gotten a 1st round pick in the deal as well.

Garrioch also speculates in this article that the Ottawa Senators could buy out Ray Emery. Under the terms of the new CBA, Emery, who is 25 and doesn't turn 26 until September, would only be eligible to receive $2.25 million in a buyout because he's under 26. The Senators would be allowed to spread the cap hit over double the remaining term of the deal which means it would cost the club $562,500 per season for four years.

Monday, February 25, 2008

NHL rumor update Feb 25 2 PM EST

The San Jose Sharks are rumored to be sending a package of Patrick Marleau and Matt Carle to the Florida Panthers for Olli Jokinen. The Anaheim Ducks want to send Bobby Ryan and Edmonton's 1st rounder for Jokinen. The Minnesota Wild remain interested in the Finnish centre.

The Puck-rakers blog from the Columbus Dispatch is reporting that the Blue Jackets offer to the Tampa Bay Lightning for Brad Richards is Gilbert Brule, Dan Fritsche and Ole-Kristian Tollefsen. Source

The Philadelphia Flyers are looking to send Jeff Carter and prospects/picks for Richards.

The New York Rangers are very interested in Dan Boyle, and could ask permission from the Lightning to talk to Boyle about a long-term contract extension. Source

Saturday, February 23, 2008

Brad Richards to Philly?

The following rumours come from Al Strachan, courtesy of the show "The Spin" on The Score network:

The Philadelphia Flyers are interested in Tampa Bay Lightning forward Brad Richards. Strachan also said that the Flyers were in the Dan Boyle sweepstakes, should the Lightning fail to sign him. Jeff Carter is rumored to be part of the deals.

Strachan believes the Montreal Canadiens are gunning after Florida Panthers forward Olli Jokinen, as well as the Boston Bruins, who could be going after some star players at the trade deadline.

The Columbus Dispatch is reporting that two Blue Jackets scouts were watching the last Lightning game, and GM Scott Howson has some interest in Richards. The Blue Jackets have the cap space to add Richards, but do they have the prospects or picks to get him?

Darren Dreger of TSN reports that Toronto Maple Leafs interim GM Cliff Fletcher and captain Mats Sundin met on Thursday to discuss his future with the team, and asked him for a list of teams that he would like to be traded to. Sundin has not give him a list, but may this weekend. Source

Dwayne Roloson has not demanded a trade, but is not happy with his playing situation. The Edmonton Sun is reporting that he would not oppose to going to a team where he would play more games.

Pierre McGuire of TSN was on the Team 990 radio in Montreal and mentioned that several teams have made offers for Florida Panthers defenseman Ruslan Salei and could become a hot commodity at the deadline.

The Philadelphia Flyers have claimed forward Patrick Thoresen off waivers from the Edmonton Oilers.

The New York Islanders have signed forward Trent Hunter to a 5-year, $10 million contract extension.

The Toronto Maple Leafs have signed forward Alex Steen to a 2-year, $3.4 million contract extension.

Sunday, January 20, 2008

Bruce Garrioch's rumour round-up

Here is the latest from Ottawa Sun's Bruce Garrioch. He covers a lot of rumours that have been floating around, so here are the ones that are less covered:

The Philadelphia Flyers may try to put a package together to get Mats Sundin from the Toronto Maple Leafs. Citing sources, GM Paul Holmgren would send Jeff Carter and a 1st round pick for the Swede.

The LA Kings are shopping forward Ladislav Nagy, and defensemen Brad Stuart, Jaroslav Modry and Rob Blake. GM Dean Lombardi wants a roster player, prospect and a 1st round pick for Blake's services.

Garrioch is also rehashing the old rumour of the Tampa Bay Lightning sending Martin St. Louis to the Dallas Stars for Marty Turco.

The Carolina Hurricanes want either Ottawa Senators defnseman Joe Corvo or forward Antoine Vermette, but are unwilling to send Erik Cole the other way. GM Jim Rutherford may also consider sending Cole to the Columbus Blue Jackets for forward David Vyborny.

Wednesday, November 14, 2007

J. Carter for Kesler?

According to Darren Dreger of TSN, the Philadelphia Flyers are looking for a defensive forward, and Ryan Kesler of the Vancouver Canucks may just be the player. There is rumors that the Flyers would want more in return, likely a prospect from the Canucks system.

Dreger is also reporting that fired GM Doug Armstrong of the Dallas Stars did not go down with a fight. Sources say Armstrong scoured the league until the very end looking for a game breaking goal scorer - including Patrick Elias, Simon Gagne and Martin St. Louis. It is unclear if new GMs Brett Hull and Les Jackson would follow up on these efforts. Source

Krys Kolanos has signed a contract with the Quad City Flames of the AHL. Kolanos had attended the Calgary Flames training camp but did not report to Quad City in October. Source