There are rumors that the Edmonton Oilers will focus their attention in the free agent market on forward Nik Antropov. Antropov made $2.15 million last season, and is looking for at least double that amount for 4-5 years. Brochu's take: If the marquee free agent wingers are snapped up by other NHL teams, the Oilers may have to overpay to land Antropov.
According to Larry Brooks of the NY Post, the New York Rangers have made no effort in re-signing forward Colton Orr. The Florida Panthers are "keenly" interested in Orr. Source
The Calgary Flames will officially announce on Tuesday that Brent Sutter will be the new head coach. Brochu's take: It seems this rumor has been floating around even when Sutter was still coach of the Devils.
Geoff Molson and his brothers Andrew and Justin agreed in principle to purchase the Montreal Canadiens on Saturday, returning one of hockey's most storied franchises to the Canadian brewing family. George Gillett has sold the team for approximately $500 million. Brochu's take: Now Gillett can use the money to pay off Liverpool FC's debt, and bring in some more star players.
The Washington Capitals have re-signed defensemen Tyler Sloan and Sean Collins to one and two-year contracts, respectively. Source
Brochu's European rumor roundup:
Russian sources are indicating that KHL team Lokomotiv Yaroslavl has offered a two-year contract to Washington Capitals goalie Simeon Varlamov. Varlamov has two more years in his entry-level contract with the Caps. Source
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Friday, March 06, 2009
NHL and Hockey Rumors for Mar 6, 2009
The Toronto Maple Leafs have signed free agent forward Jeff Hamilton for the rest of the season. Brochu's take: A curious move, coming after the NHL trade deadline. He's likely a roster filler so the Leafs don't have to use their callups.
According to Bruce Garrioch of the Ottawa Sun, the Florida Panthers were weighing two offers for defenseman Jay Bouwmeester, who was ultimately not traded. The Vancouver Canucks were willing to give up forward Mason Raymond and a 1st rounde draft pick. It's believed that Florida wanted either defensemen Kevin Bieksa or Alex Edler included and GM Mike Gillis wasn't willing to make the move. The Philadelphia Flyers were offering Joffrey Lupul or Scottie Upshall along with prospect James van Riemsdyk and a 1st round pick. The Panthers wanted Scott Hartnell. Upshall was eventually traded to the Phoenix Coyotes. Brochu's take: In my opinion, GM Jacques Martin will regret not getting something for Bouwmeester. He's already turned down a contract offer, and even if the Panthers make the playoffs, it's not guaranteed they'll make it far. However, I do think that Bouwmeester's negotiation rights will be offered in the summer, likely for a draft pick. Source
The Washington Post's Tarik El-Bashir is reporting that the Capitals had talked to the Anaheim Ducks about acquiring Chris Pronger, but the asking price was much too high. The Ducks wanted defenseman Karl Alzner, goalie Simeon Varlamov and prospect John Carlson. Brochu's take: That would fall in line with Pronger's supposed asking price. Look for a similar type of package by other NHL teams this summer, when Pronger will be available. Source
According to Bruce Garrioch of the Ottawa Sun, the Florida Panthers were weighing two offers for defenseman Jay Bouwmeester, who was ultimately not traded. The Vancouver Canucks were willing to give up forward Mason Raymond and a 1st rounde draft pick. It's believed that Florida wanted either defensemen Kevin Bieksa or Alex Edler included and GM Mike Gillis wasn't willing to make the move. The Philadelphia Flyers were offering Joffrey Lupul or Scottie Upshall along with prospect James van Riemsdyk and a 1st round pick. The Panthers wanted Scott Hartnell. Upshall was eventually traded to the Phoenix Coyotes. Brochu's take: In my opinion, GM Jacques Martin will regret not getting something for Bouwmeester. He's already turned down a contract offer, and even if the Panthers make the playoffs, it's not guaranteed they'll make it far. However, I do think that Bouwmeester's negotiation rights will be offered in the summer, likely for a draft pick. Source
The Washington Post's Tarik El-Bashir is reporting that the Capitals had talked to the Anaheim Ducks about acquiring Chris Pronger, but the asking price was much too high. The Ducks wanted defenseman Karl Alzner, goalie Simeon Varlamov and prospect John Carlson. Brochu's take: That would fall in line with Pronger's supposed asking price. Look for a similar type of package by other NHL teams this summer, when Pronger will be available. Source
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