Islanders prospect may not be looking for a trade Aivis Kalnins: New York Islanders prospect Ilya Sorokin on the rumors that he’d like the Islanders to trade his rights: “It’s the first time I’m hearing of this. My only current focus is on CSKA and this season.” Penguins have depth and flexibility in net Rob
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Goaltending depth is an invaluable component for a successful NHL franchise. As important as it is to have a reliable starting netminder, having a good backup is vital in case the starter slumps or becomes sidelined by injury. Lack of depth between the pipes has been an issue for the Toronto Maple Leafs since last
Galchenyuk could be on the move again Sportsnet: Elliotte Friedman said on Sportsnet that Pittsburgh Penguins forward Alex Galchenyuk could be on the move. “I do think Buffalo was one of the teams that looked at him,” Friedman said during the Headlines segment of Hockey Night in Canada. “I’m sure there’s more. But Galchenyuk is someone who
Maple Leafs don’t want to make a coaching change in-season but… TSN: Bob McKenzie said on Insider Trading before last night’s Toronto Maple Leafs game that he doesn’t believe that management really wants to make a coaching change in-season. “I don’t believe for a moment that the Toronto Maple Leafs organization from Brendan Shanahan all
Scouting the Ottawa Senators and Philadelphia Flyers Murray Pam: Scouts listed to attend Friday’s Senators-Flyers game included the Chicago Blackhawks, Columbus Blue Jackets, Colorado Avalanche, Dallas Stars, Detroit Red Wings, Pittsburgh Penguins, and the Washington Capitals. Teams calling the Maple Leafs about Barrie Sportsnet: Elliotte Friedman said last night that the teams have contacted the
Is Alex Galchenyuk not fitting in with Pittsburgh? Dan Kingerski of Pittsburgh Hockey Now: It seems to be happening yet again. Alex Galchenyuk tallied just three points so far in his ten games since coming back from injury. He was a non-factor in New Jersey on Friday night as well. Mike Sullivan said it as
Friedman rumor roundup Elliotte Friedman of Sportsnet: Both Los Angeles Kings GM Rob Blake and Ilya Kovalchuk‘s agent JP Barry wouldn’t comment on the situation. Multiple sources did confirm that the Kings met with Kovalchuk on Tuesday morning and then he left the arena. Options could include: “working on a trade; leaving the team; staying
The Senators would like a forward Bruce Garrioch: (the Senators last night traded Jack Rodewald for the rights to Chris Wilkie) “The #Sens can always move a contract as part of any deal to get a forward so, yes, the deal last night offers flexibility with the club at 48 contracts but GM Pierre Dorion
Penguins trade talks fell through, but could they pick up again Dan Kingerski of Pittsburgh Hockey Now: A source has said that at the end of September/start of October that at least one player was told that he could be involved in a trade – which obviously hasn’t happened yet. Talks fell through before injuries
Would the Canucks be interested in bringing Schenn back? Satiar Shah: Have heard that the Vancouver Canucks could put a waiver claim on defenseman Luke Schenn. The Canucks potentially have a spot open after putting Alex Biega, Sven Baertschi, (and Nikolay Goldobin) on waivers yesterday. Rangers close to signing Haley … Smith sticking for now
Avs looking for goalie depth Adrian Dater: Have been hearing that the Colorado Avalanche are looking for some organizational goalie depth. Two potential targets could be Pittsburgh Penguins Tristan Jarry and Winnipeg Jets Eric Comrie. A Penguins trade could happen soon Josh Yohe of The Athletic: A source who works for the Pittsburgh Penguins and
For today’s NHL rumors, there is news out of Toronto surrounding Auston Matthews and Taylor Hall has downplayed the progress of an extension with the New Jersey Devils. Plus, will the Pittsburgh Penguins move a goaltender to get under the salary cap? Are the Montreal Canadiens looking to move a forward? And finally, how does
A couple of teams looking to make a trade TSN: With the start of the season getting closer and training camp is winding down, there are still some teams looking to make some moves. Darren Dreger: The Minnesota Wild and Pittsburgh Penguins are two teams that are looking at the trade market. “You’ve got a
Rumor that Jonathan Drouin could be available Eric Engels of Sportsnet: Montreal Canadiens forward Jonathan Drouin didn’t finish last season well and his preseason play may have some wondering where he fits with the Canadiens this season. Drouin has been tried with different centers. He played a team-low in ice time on Monday against the
Milano may not get through waivers if placed on it Aaron Portzline of The Athletic: Columbus Blue Jackets forward Sonny Milano is no longer waiver exempt. After talking with executives from five different teams, all doubt Milano would get through waivers if the Blue Jackets put him on it. With two spots open, Milano could
The Penguins’ positional strengths and weaknesses are apparent. Sidney Crosby and Evgeni Malkin are the best duo at center in pro hockey. Kris Letang is an elite puck-mover on the blue line; and Erik Gudbranson and Jack Johnson slow down the defense. How does the goaltending situation look? Matt Murray Matt Murray rose from relative
© Christopher Hanewinckel-USA TODAY Sports Health could determine if Neuvirth beats out Hutchinson … Two teams that should look at Shattenkirk Shattenkirk signs with Tampa Steve Simmons of the Toronto Sun: The Toronto Maple Leafs signed Michal Neuvirth to a PTO as they felt he was the best goaltender who wasn’t signed at the time.