Category Archives: Rumors

Latest on the Lightning and Devils – March 12, 2016

More speculation over the futures of Steven Stamkos and Jonathan Drouin, while the New Jersey Devils could welcome back Lee Stempniak via free agency. TSN 1050 (VIA TODAY’S SLAPSHOT): Bob McKenzie recently speculated Tampa Bay Lightning captain Steven Stamkos hasn’t decided anything yet. Stamkos is eligible for UFA status in July and the subject of season-long […]

NHL Rumor Mill – March 11, 2016

Players who could earn big raises this summer, and more speculation over Mike Hoffman’s future with the Ottawa Senators.  ESPN.COM: Craig Custance recently listed Columbus Blue Jackets defenseman Seth Jones, Anaheim Ducks blueliners Sami Vatanen, Chicago Blackhawks left wing Andrew Ladd, Toronto Maple Leafs defenseman Morgan Rielly, Nashville Predators forward Filip Forsberg, Colorado Avalanche blueliner […]

Updates on the Canucks, Stars and Penguins – March 10, 2016

Speculation over possible offseason moves by the Vancouver Canucks, Dallas Stars & Pittsburgh Penguins in your NHL rumor mill.  No Lucic, but maybe Eriksson for the Canucks? TSN 1040 (VIA TODAY’S SLAPSHOT)/THE PROVINCE: Bob McKenzie and Ben Kuzma rule out the possibility of Los Angeles Kings left wing Milan Lucic signing with the Vancouver Canucks this […]

NHL Rumor Mill – March 7, 2016

Looking ahead to possible offseason moves involving Ryan Nugent-Hopkins, Milan Lucic, James Reimer and more in your NHL rumor mill. THE BOSTON GLOBE: After noting the reasons why this year’s trade deadline was a dud, Fluto Shinzawa explains June is the more efficient month for making trades. “Teams have yet to set rosters or budgets […]

Sunday NHL Rumor Roundup – March 6, 2016

Latest speculation on Leafs goalie targets, Jared Cowen’s future and recent updates on the Red Wings and Wild.  TORONTO SUN: Steve Simmons lists “Frederik Andersen of Anaheim; Jimmy Howard of Detroit; Jacob Markstrom of Vancouver” as goaltenders the Maple Leafs should consider if they’re available in the offseason. SPECTOR’S NOTE: With former Wings coach Mike Babcock […]

NHL Rumor Mill – March 5, 2016

The Hurricanes look ahead following their trade deadline moves, while Scott Hartnell & Fedor Tyutin face uncertain futures in Columbus.  THE NEWS & OBSERVER: In the wake of the Carolina Hurricanes recent trades of Eric Staal, Kris Versteeg and John-Michael Liles, Chip Alexander and Luke DeCock recently reported the Carolina Hurricanes have “turned the page” and […]

NHL Rumor Mill – March 4, 2016

Updates on Jonathan Drouin and Travis Hamonic, plus speculation on Ondrej Pavelec’s future with the Jets.  SPORTSNET: Chris Johnston reports the entry-level contract of suspended Tampa Bay Lightning left wing Jonathan Drouin won’t be tolled forward a season. NHL deputy commissioner Bill Daly said the league “(hasn’t) previously had a practice of allowing clubs to toll […]

Latest on the Oilers – March 3, 2016

Check out the most recent post-trade deadline Oilers speculation.  EDMONTON SUN: Following the recent NHL trade deadline, Terry Jones wondered why Oilers GM Peter Chiarelli didn’t ship out disappointing right wing Nail Yakupov. Jones notes the Oilers didn’t exactly showcase Yakupov during the game before deadline day, leaving him on the fourth line. He speculates […]