Each week THN.com looks at the creditable buzz around the NHL and beyond, examining trade rumors, potential signings, coaching moves and more.
by Lyle Richardson - June 30, 2009 1:00 PM EDT
The UFA period is on the horizon and the rumor mill is churning at a furious pace.
MONTREAL - Senators GM Bryan Murray tried in vain during draft weekend to peddle left winger Dany Heatley.
The reasons Murray failed were the $4 million bonus owed Heatley on July 1 and the Ottawa GM’s reportedly steep asking price from interested teams.
by Lyle Richardson - June 22, 2009 1:37 PM EDT
A trade frenzy could break out at the draft and if it does, look for the names, Heatley, Bouwmeester and Lecavalier.
With the 2009 NHL draft weekend in Montreal fast approaching there’s not only plenty of speculation over which prospects will be selected, but also over which notable NHL stars could be dealt during the weekend’s proceedings.
by Lyle Richardson - June 15, 2009 1:30 PM EDT
Where will Dany Heatley end up?... Ducks shopping Pronger?... Esche returning to Philly?... Laperriere done in Colorado?
The hockey world is still reeling from last week’s news that Dany Heatley was requesting a trade from the Ottawa Senators.
Heatley reportedly wasn’t happy playing for coach Cory Clouston, who replaced Craig Hartsburg at mid-season and reduced the winger’s playing time, including moving him for a spell onto the team’s second power-play unit.
by Lyle Richardson - June 8, 2009 11:04 AM EDT
Could the top three picks be in play?... A Kessel offer sheet?... Bye bye Biron?... Spezza staying put?
The 2009 NHL Entry Draft is a little less than three weeks away and speculation abounds over whether or not the New York Islanders, Tampa Bay Lightning and Colorado Avalanche will retain their first round picks.
by Lyle Richardson - June 1, 2009 12:30 PM EDT
The two conference finalists have some tough decisions this off-season... and the Ducks are getting trade inquiries.
The Chicago Blackhawks and Carolina Hurricanes surprised many by not only making the playoffs, but also advancing to the conference finals. Blackhawks GM Dale Tallon and Hurricanes GM Jim Rutherford now face critical decisions this summer, which could change the look of their lineups.
by Lyle Richardson - May 25, 2009 11:55 AM EDT
Niedermayer thinking of Vancouver... Fletcher better suited to sign Gaborik... Kovie happy with Atlanta... and more.
• A report out of Vancouver last week suggesting Scott and Rob Niedermayer would be interested in playing for the Canucks had the NHL world buzzing for several days.
by Lyle Richardson - May 18, 2009 11:36 AM EDT
As a few more teams are knocked out of the playoffs, their GMs are already planning for the future.
Last week’s elimination of the Washington Capitals, Anaheim Ducks and Vancouver Canucks from the playoffs leaves their respective GMs pondering potential off-season moves.
by Lyle Richardson - May 11, 2009 12:25 PM EDT
The Rangers could move Gomez and go after Gaborik; Lecavalier rumors persist; and Columbus' glut at left wing.
New York Post columnist Larry Brooks suggested the possibility of the Rangers shopping center Scott Gomez if he didn’t fit into coach John Tortorella’s plans.
by Lyle Richardson - May 4, 2009 1:15 PM EDT
What do the Sharks, Devils, Rangers and Flames have planned for the off-season?
With the elimination of the Calgary Flames, New Jersey Devils, San Jose Sharks and New York Rangers from the 2009 Stanley Cup playoffs, inquiring minds are pondering their potential off-season moves.
by Lyle Richardson - April 27, 2009 11:06 AM EDT
Plenty of comings and goings in Montreal... Philly's plans?... and the latest on Tkachuk and Souray.
With their disappointing centennial season now history, the Montreal Canadiens face significant questions about its roster heading into the off-season.
by Lyle Richardson - April 20, 2009 12:30 PM EDT
Are the Buds trying to land the No. 1 pick?... Could Gaborik return to Wild?... Radulov returning to Nashville?
Say what you will about Toronto Maple Leafs GM Brian Burke, he certainly knows how to grab headlines.
On the same day the New York Islanders won the 2009 draft lottery, Burke – who holds the seventh overall pick – told Toronto media he would do what he could to move up in the draft order.
by Lyle Richardson - April 13, 2009 11:53 AM EDT
Where's Gaborik headed?... Who's the Oil's goalie?... Could T.B. deal their pick?... Neil to T.O.?... and more.
April 11’s Minnesota-Columbus game could have been the last time hockey fans saw right winger Marian Gaborik in a Wild jersey.
Reports out of Minnesota suggest Gaborik could be leaning toward testing this summer’s unrestricted free agent market.
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What do you think of the four-year, $13.6-million deal the Kings gave to Rob Scuderi?
"We had to wait until today before we talked to Gaborik, but I had a pretty good idea that he was interested in coming to New York. It took us a long time to get the deal done, but we're very happy and excited that we got him signed. There was more balls than that in the air, but Gaborik was the guy that we targeted from the beginning."
- New York Rangers GM Glen Sather on the signing of superstar Marian Gaborik to a five-year, $37.5 million deal.
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