Rumor Roundup

Red Wings, Flyers, Predators seek defense

Red Wings, Flyers, Predators seek defense

by Lyle Richardson - August 6, 2012 1:30 PM EDT

With big losses to their bluelines this summer, these three teams still have options.
With NHL training camps slated to begin in mid-September (barring another lockout), the Philadelphia Flyers, Detroit Red Wings and Nashville Predators are among several teams either actively seeking blueline depth, or expected to be in the near future.


Shane Doan visits Vancouver

Shane Doan visits Vancouver

by Lyle Richardson - August 3, 2012 11:52 AM EDT

The latest on Shane Doan's traveling free agent show; and are the Red Wings interested in Bouwmeester?
The Shane Doan free agent road show continued this week, with a stop in Vancouver on Tuesday to meet with Canucks ownership and management. Ben Kuzma of the Vancouver Province believed they would have little difficulty selling themselves to Doan, but the real issue would be working out the dollars and term.


Maple Leafs with work to do

Maple Leafs with work to do

by Lyle Richardson - August 2, 2012 12:57 PM EDT

Brian Burke has talked about getting the pieces his team needs this summer, but little has been done.
Nearly a month ago, Toronto Maple Leafs GM Brian Burke assured fans he wasn’t done seeking upgrades for his roster. Those upgrades have yet to materialize.


Philadelphia's blueline concerns

Philadelphia's blueline concerns

by Lyle Richardson - August 1, 2012 1:40 PM EDT

Fans want scoring, by the Flyers need 'D'; do the Sharks also need to improve the back end?; and Carolina looks to add toughness.
The Philadelphia Flyers are often listed among the leading suitors in trade rumors regarding Anaheim Ducks right winger Bobby Ryan, but one Philadelphia pundit doesn’t believe Ryan is the type of player they need.


Attention turns to Bobby Ryan

Attention turns to Bobby Ryan

by Lyle Richardson - July 31, 2012 2:30 PM EDT

With Rick Nash in New York, trade talk surrounding Bobby Ryan is ready to hijack the rest of the summer.
With Rick Nash now off the trade market, the focus of the summer rumor mill has shifted to Anaheim Ducks right winger Bobby Ryan. It's been more than a month since Ryan, 25, vented his frustration over his name constantly appearing in trade rumors involving the Ducks last season.


Doan, Thornton and Bernier

Doan, Thornton and Bernier

by Lyle Richardson - July 30, 2012 1:15 PM EDT

Are the Penguins preparing an offer for Doan?; are the Rangers after Jumbo Joe?; and will Jonathan Bernier be dealt?
As the Shane Doan free agency watch drags on, conflicting reports emerged over the weekend regarding a meeting scheduled last Friday between Doan and prospective Coyotes buyer Greg Jamison.


Who will the Flyers target next?

Who will the Flyers target next?

by Lyle Richardson - July 27, 2012 10:45 AM EDT

After striking out on Shea Weber, what will the Flyers do now to improve their blueline?
The Philadelphia Flyers' failed attempt to sign Nashville Predators captain Shea Weber has some observers pondering GM Paul Holmgren's next move.


Hurricanes interested in Semin?

Hurricanes interested in Semin?

by Lyle Richardson - July 24, 2012 1:22 PM EDT

Is Carolina talking contract with the Russian winger?; who is interested in Tim Thomas?; and more.
Former Washington Capitals left winger Alexander Semin remains unsigned, but at least one NHL team is interested in him. Chip Alexander of the Raleigh News & Observer tweeted Carolina Hurricanes GM Jim Rutherford is still in the market for a top-six forward and has had several conversations with Semin’s agent, Mark Gandler, regarding a one-year contract.


Doan searches for new team

Doan searches for new team

by Lyle Richardson - July 23, 2012 1:12 PM EDT

While Shane Doan still waits on the Coyotes, he's begun to meet with other potential suitors; and more.
Two weeks after his self-imposed deadline of July 9, as he awaits news on the sale of the Phoenix Coyotes, free agent right winger Shane Doan finally started meeting with other teams interested in his services.


Doan stuck in neutral

Doan stuck in neutral

by Lyle Richardson - July 20, 2012 11:50 AM EDT

The latest on Shane Doan and looking at the aftermath of Shea Weber's contract.
It's increasingly apparent right winger Shane Doan is in no hurry to leave the Phoenix Coyotes. Despite considerable interest around the league (reportedly by as many as 16 teams), Doan's agent, Terry Bross, claimed his client was still awaiting clarification regarding the sale of the Coyotes to an ownership group headed by former San Jose Sharks executive Greg Jamison.


Shea Weber offer sheet puts Predators into a corner

Shea Weber offer sheet puts Predators into a corner

by Lyle Richardson - July 19, 2012 9:40 AM EDT

Looking at the mammoth 14-year offer sheet extended to Shea Weber by the Philadelphia Flyers and what Nashville's options are.
Two weeks after the Nashville Predators lost defenseman Ryan Suter to the Minnesota Wild, they could be poised to lose top blueliner Shea Weber.


Bernier crowds goalie market

Bernier crowds goalie market

by Lyle Richardson - July 18, 2012 1:40 PM EDT

The Kings backup goalie requested a trade, but did he hurt his own value? Plus the latest on Alex Semin.
Whenever the Columbus Blue Jackets are mentioned in trade rumors these days, it’s about their efforts to move right winger Rick Nash. Late last week, however, a report from the Columbus Dispatch claimed the Blue Jackets were also looking to add a goaltender.


Is Patrick Roy a good choice for coach of the Colorado Avalanche?




"We're playing the defending champs and you can tell they're not going to beat themselves. That team, just from them going all the way, you can see it over there. There's no panic…You can tell that's a machine over there and we've got to be at our best."

- San Jose's Scott Gomez on the Los Angeles Kings. Los Angeles leads the series 2-1.

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