Yesterday, during a 40-minute video conference call, Toronto Maple Leafs general manager Kyle Dubas was interviewed by reporters. One thing he was most pleased about was that when his troops reported back to Toronto, their fitness level was high. He noted that the organization – during every Zoom call they had with players – stressed
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Roman Josi contract fallout for Nashville Adam Vingan of The Athletic: As the dust settles from the Roman Josi extension, one thing becomes clear. David Poile does not have too many tough decisions to make in the next couple of years. The Nashville Predators’ window expands a bit more compared to other teams with most
Pageau could fetch a nice return Frank Seravalli: One GM thinks that the Ottawa Senators could be able to get a first-round pick and a prospect for Jean-Gabriel Pageau at the trade deadline. It is still early and there haven’t been talks, but will the Senators look to re-sign him or do they move him,
Rick Dhaliwal: An agent sent a text saying the Elias Pettersson is going to cost the Vancouver Canucks $9 to $11 million, maybe more. Flames could look to move Brodie The Fourth Period: Darren Dreger reported earlier this week that the Calgary Flames and T.J. Brodie have held some contract talks but they don’t appear
31 Thoughts Rumor Roundup Elliotte Friedman of Sportsnet: Roman Josi‘s $9+ million contract extension will definitely affect the future contracts of defensemen Alex Pietrangelo and Torey Krug. One executive said the St. Louis Blues and Pietrangelo appear to be waiting for the other side to make the first move. Getting a deal done may be
NHL Trade bait board Frank Seravalli of TSN: Contract talks between the New Jersey Devils and Taylor Hall are believed to be mostly positive, but he did make the comments about the fans booing them. Chris Kreider could help the St. Louis Blues fill the loss of Vladimir Tarasenko. The Calgary Flames have defensemen Travis
Ryan’s camp and the Senators looking for another team Ken Warren of the Ottawa Sun: Ottawa Senators GM Pierre Dorion and Bobby Ryan‘s agent are exploring opportunities to try and find Ryan a new home. Given his contract – a $7.25 million salary cap hit for the next two seasons – it is highly unlikely
Scouting the Ottawa Senators and San Jose Sharks Murray Pam: Scouts listed to attended yesterday’s Senators – Sharks game included the Calgary Flames, Colorado Avalanche, Montreal Canadiens, St. Louis Blues, Vegas Golden Knights, and the Washington Capitals. Scouting the Ottawa Senators and New York Islanders – Friday, Oct. 25th Murray Pam: Scouts listed to attend
The Maple Leafs have some roster decisions to make Sportsnet: Toronto Maple Leafs defenseman Travis Dermott and forward Zach Hyman are nearing a return. Both are eligible to come off the LTIR next Saturday. To activate either they are going to need to clear some roster spot(s) either by demotion, waivers or trade. The Leafs