As the Ottawa Senators forge ahead with their rebuild, many of their young stars of the future are products of the NCAA college hockey system. Defenceman Thomas Chabot was a junior hockey star, and there are many European players on the roster and in their system. But never before have the Senators relied on the
Mark Borowiecki
It’s been just over two weeks since NHL free agency opened up and the Nashville Predators have been quite active. General manager (GM) David Poile promised changes after the team was eliminated from the postseason by the Arizona Coyotes and changes have been made. Poile had roster spots to fill, and after trading Nick Bonino
In today’s NHL rumor rundown, there is news that the Calgary Flames might be a “wild card” team to watch this offseason. And, in saying so, what does that mean for goaltender Cam Talbot? The Florida Panthers may be changing the look of their blue line and after making a trade Friday, could have their
In this edition of Toronto Maple Leafs News & Rumors, I’ll share the names of a number of NHL defensemen who have been rumored to be possible good fits on the Maple Leafs’ blue line. Then I’ll take another look at rumors about a Frederik Andersen trade. Recent events have made me doubt such a
In this edition of Toronto Maple Leafs News & Rumors, I’ll share the news that former Maple Leafs head coach Mike Babcock has been interviewed for the head coaching job of the Washington Capitals. Second, I’ll take a flyer on a rumor out of Ottawa that long-time Senators defenseman Mark Borowiecki might not be with
Trade deadline notes on the Blackhawks, Penguins, rentals, Senators, and Rangers Emily Kaplan of ESPN: If the Chicago Blackhawks are in a good position at the trade deadline, don’t expect them to do much. GM Stan Bowman would likely hold onto both Robin Lehner and Corey Crawford. Bowman could listen to offers on Erik Gustafsson.
One of the most highly anticipated events on the hockey calendar is the NHL Trade Deadline. February is right around the corner and every NHL fan has begun piecing together their hypothetical stance on what the hometown team should do. On top of emailing their suggestions to the team’s general manager, it’s safe to say
Blackhawks scouting the Bruins and Sabres Jimmy Murphy of Boston Hockey Now: Chicago Blackhawks GM Stan Bowman has scouted both the Boston Bruins and Buffalo Sabres twice in person in the past two weeks. Prior to the Bruins home game on Sunday, a Blackhawks had at least one scout at the Bruins’ previous four home
Senators could move out some pending UFAs Ken Warren of the Ottawa Sun: The Ottawa Senators have remained competitive for most nights as they deal with a young lineup and injuries. They potentially could have two top-five picks – also own the San Jose Sharks first-round pick. The Senators would get a solid return if
Ben Pope of the Chicago Sun-Times: After Chicago Blackhawks placed defensemen Calvin de Haan and Brent Seabrook on the LTIR, it gives them a projected $12.8 million in salary cap space for the rest of the season. Their cap hits will be back on the books for next season, but it gives them options for
Interested in Kovalchuk includes… Boston Hockey Now: Teams that are interested in Ilya Kovalchuk include the Boston Bruins, New York Islanders, New York Rangers, Montreal Canadiens, and Florida Panthers. Bob McKenzie: The Bruins don’t appear to be interested in signing Kovalchuk. Rumor roundup for Friedman’s thoughts Elliotte Friedman of Sportsnet: New York Rangers forward Chris Kreider
© Marc DesRosiers-USA TODAY Sports The Senators getting calls to move or down in the draft Wayne Scanlan of Sportsnet: The Ottawa Senators are armed with plenty of draft picks this year and over the next few years – 28 picks in the next three seasons. They have seven picks in the first three rounds