Rumor Roundup

Is Doan done in the desert?

Is Doan done in the desert?

by Lyle Richardson - June 28, 2012 1:46 PM EDT

Captain Coyote has been with the same franchise his whole career, but ownership uncertainty may end that relationship.
Long-time Phoenix Coyotes captain Shane Doan seems to be headed for unrestricted free agency. It’s believed Doan would like to re-sign with the Coyotes, but is concerned about the lingering uncertainty over their future in Arizona.


Where will Luongo go?

Where will Luongo go?

by Lyle Richardson - June 27, 2012 2:14 PM EDT

Will the Canucks netminder allow the team to trade him anywhere but Florida?; plus defensemen available.
The rumor mill was percolating Monday over reports claiming Vancouver Canucks goaltender Roberto Luongo was trying to engineer a trade to his former club, the Florida Panthers.


July 1 speculation heats up

July 1 speculation heats up

by Lyle Richardson - June 26, 2012 12:05 PM EDT

Ryan Suter and Zach Parise are expected to field offers from all teams, but there are plenty of other available, including a rookie.
The NHL's unrestricted free agent period opens this weekend and that has fuelled speculation over the destinations of the available talent in a shallow UFA pool.


Staal trade shakes NHL

Staal trade shakes NHL

by Lyle Richardson - June 25, 2012 12:17 PM EDT

How the Jordan Staal trade puts the Pens in the UFA market; how Bobby Ryan impacts Rick Nash; and more.
The Pittsburgh Penguins shook the hockey world Friday by trading center Jordan Staal to the Carolina Hurricanes and uniting him with older brother Eric.


Nash talk running wild

Nash talk running wild

by Lyle Richardson - June 22, 2012 11:00 AM EDT

Will Nash be dealt this weekend? What about Bobby Ryan? Did Staal reject a big offer from the Penguins? And much more.
With the 2012 NHL draft starting tonight, the rumor mill regarding the potential swap of established NHL players has gone into overdrive. Columbus Blue Jackets right winger Rick Nash continues to dominate the news.


Nash, Staal and Maple Leafs goalie buzz

Nash, Staal and Maple Leafs goalie buzz

by Lyle Richardson - June 21, 2012 11:37 AM EDT

Did the Senators make a pitch for Rick Nash? Will the Penguins keep Jordan Staal? Who can Toronto target in goal?
The Ottawa Senators made headlines Tuesday by re-signing defenseman Erik Karlsson to a seven-year, $45.5 million contract extension, but that may not be the only significant move they have in the works.


Suter to test free agency?

Suter to test free agency?

by Lyle Richardson - June 20, 2012 8:00 PM EDT

Is Suter done with the Predators? Are the Flyers and Stars interested? Souray looking for long-term deal?
Nashville Predators GM David Poile remains optimistic over getting UFA defenseman Ryan Suter re-signed, but it appears the blueliner will test this summer's free agent market.


Busy Canadian teams

Busy Canadian teams

by Lyle Richardson - June 19, 2012 2:35 PM EDT

Five Canadian franchises have some tough decisions to make as the season of trading heats up.
Most of the focus over which Canadian-based teams will make major moves this week is on the Edmonton Oilers (fielding offers for the first overall pick), Vancouver Canucks (shopping goalie Roberto Luongo) and Toronto Maple Leafs (rumored to have interest in Luongo and Columbus right winger Rick Nash).


Rick Nash talk heats up

Rick Nash talk heats up

by Lyle Richardson - June 18, 2012 1:25 PM EDT

As the draft draws near, rumors and speculation have heated up around the Blue Jackets sniper.
With the draft fast approaching, expectation is the Columbus Blue Jackets will attempt to move right winger Rick Nash and could even do so a day or two before the event.


How to keep the Kings on top

How to keep the Kings on top

by Lyle Richardson - June 15, 2012 5:52 PM EDT

Los Angeles will return with much of their roster in tact, but pressing questions remain: Can they re-sign Quick? Is Parise a target?
As the Los Angeles Kings celebrate their first Stanley Cup championship, speculation turns toward their potential off-season moves, which will affect their chances to repeat as champions.


Busy New Jersey summer

Busy New Jersey summer

by Lyle Richardson - June 14, 2012 11:39 AM EDT

Will Martin Brodeur and Zach Parise be back? And how will the team's financial woes impact the off-season?
The New Jersey Devils’ impressive playoff run ended against the Los Angeles Kings in the Stanley Cup final, but it brought in more than $32.


Is Luke Schenn on the block?

Is Luke Schenn on the block?

by Lyle Richardson - June 13, 2012 11:15 AM EDT

The Leafs defender has been mentioned in connection with the Oilers; plus will Matt Carle stay with Philly?; and more.
It didn’t take long for a recent trade rumor by Hockey Night in Canada’s Elliotte Friedman involving Toronto Maple Leafs defenseman Luke Schenn to raise the ire of Leafs management.


All things considered, how would you rate this NHL season?












“I think when you’re at home the first two games, sometimes you get a little bit too comfortable at home. Then you come on the road, maybe it’s like a rude awakening…We’ve had three series to figure that out, learn it. We definitely want to be better (Monday), especially in the first game on the road.”

- Chicago's Patrick Kane. The Blackhawks are 0-3 in Game 3s this playoff.
 

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