By The Canadian Press September 13th, 2019 Winnipeg Jets defenceman Dustin Byfuglien has been granted a leave of absence by the club. The NHL team did not list a reason for the move. Winnipeg Jets’ Dustin Byfuglien (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson) The Jets made the announcement just before the start of training camp. The six-foot-five, 260-pound
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Compared to other major North American sports, college hockey lacks influence and attention, as the sport’s top talents are already either playing professionally or in a multitude of major-junior leagues. College hockey may not carry the same weight as college football or college basketball in developing their sport’s next young stars, but a good portion
A posthumous study of Stan Mikita’s brain shows the hockey Hall of Famer suffered from chronic traumatic encephalopathy at the time of his death a year ago. Dr. Ann McKee, the director of the BU CTE Center, announced the findings during the Concussion Legacy Foundation’s Chicago Honours Dinner on Friday night at the request of
CHICAGO—A posthumous study of Stan Mikita’s brain shows the Hockey Hall of Famer suffered from chronic traumatic encephalopathy at the time of his death a year ago. Dr. Ann McKee, the director of the BU CTE Center, announced the findings during the Concussion Legacy Foundation’s Chicago Honors Dinner on Friday night at the request of
Lightning and Point not making progress Pierre LeBrun: There has been very little progress made between the Tampa Bay Lightning and Brayden Point. Get the sense that this may be stalled more than people think. It will get done, but from as far as can tell, they are not remotely close on a deal. The
The Springfield Thunderbirds announced today that the club has agreed to terms with forward Daniel Audette on a one-year AHL contract. Audette, 23, skated in 71 games for the AHL’s Laval Rocket last season and set career highs with 14 goals, 25 assists and 39 points. A native of Blainville, Que., Audette has played 206 career games
10:38 PM ET Associated Press CHICAGO — A posthumous study of Stan Mikita’s brain shows the hockey Hall of Famer suffered from chronic traumatic encephalopathy at the time of his death a year ago. Dr. Ann McKee, the director of the Boston University CTE Center, announced the findings during the Concussion Legacy Foundation’s Chicago Honors
The Traverse City Prospect Tournament was back up and running on Monday, and the St. Louis Blues were determined to undo their rocky start. But it wouldn’t be easy, as a date with their rival Chicago Blackhawks’ prospects was on the agenda. The Blues started rough as they had done every game in the series,
It seemed like a dramatic story that was going to drag on and on. There were times when it was just about finding the right contract — in both term and dollar value — but there were also times if felt like things were somewhat personal. Was this deal ever going to get done? Why
EDMONTON—It’s so far, so good for Connor McDavid in training camp as he rehabs his knee. The Edmonton Oilers’ superstar forward was cleared for practice and didn’t require a non-contact jersey as the team hit the ice today for the first time in camp. McDavid, the second-leading scorer in the NHL last year, partially tore
Sports·Video Toronto Maple Leafs centre Auston Matthews spoke with the media during the team’s training camp in Paradise, N.L. on Friday. Social Sharing Posted: Sep 13, 2019 1:28 PM ET | Last Updated: September 13 Toronto Maple Leafs centre Auston Matthews spoke with the media during the team’s training camp in Paradise, N.L. on Friday.
Two Lightning goaltenders heading to waivers if not trade first Erik Erlendsson: The initial plan for the Tampa Bay Lightning is to put goaltenders Louis Domingue and Mike Condon on waivers on September 21st. Another team did call the Lightning yesterday morning about one them, so they could possibly move someone beforehand. Holtby and Ovechkin
10:09 AM ET Associated Press PHILADELPHIA — The Flyers have signed defenseman Ivan Provorov to a six-year, $40.5 million contract. The deal on Friday with the 22-year-old restricted free agent from Russia has an average annual value of $6.75 million. Provorov has 30 goals and 97 points in his first three seasons. He holds the
Syracuse, N.Y. — J.P. Cote started his pro hockey career as the type of young player who put his head down, went to work and mostly kept quiet. That was a successful formula overall. Cote was a long-time AHL defenseman who also squeezed in eight NHL games with Montreal and 19 with Tampa Bay. But
In today’s NHL rumor rundown, there seems to be a reason the Nashville Predators haven’t locked up defenseman Roman Josi yet, NHL insiders note why other teams are upset with the Toronto Maple Leafs and there is an update on Connor McDavid with video as to how he’s progressing. Predators Waiting for the RFA Market
CALGARY — The absence of Matthew Tkachuk and the presence of former Edmonton Oilers is creating buzz at Calgary Flames training camp. Tkachuk Remains Unsigned Tkachuk is among a number of restricted free agents yet to sign with their respective NHL teams. A 30-goal, 70-point producer at just 21 years of age, Tkachuk is a key cog in
Vegas Golden Knights defenceman Shea Theodore says he underwent surgery for testicular cancer during the off-season and is expected to make a full recovery. Theodore revealed his cancer diagnosis and subsequent treatment in an essay Thursday in The Players’ Tribune . Theodore didn’t indicate whether he will be ready for the start of training camp
EDMONTON—The Edmonton Oilers opened training camp Thursday with all eyes on, well, Connor McDavid’s left knee. The Oilers’ star centre has been skating strong and, based on recent pre-camp practices, injury-free. But he is waiting on the final word from doctors on what his practice regimen will be, and whether he’s cleared for contact, when