*-> The bidding war for Ilya Kovalchuk has unofficially begun according to reports. Bob McKenzie of TSN has said several teams have already been inquiring and to expect the Blackhawks and especially the Flames to make a push to land the superstar. Calgary is reportedly offering one of their big guns. Speculation is that Dion Phaneuf or Robyn Regher would be headed Atlantas way. The Los Angeles Kings and the Nashville Preditors are also rumored to be set to enter the bidding. Some media members are claiming the Washington Caps are trying to snag him as well but there tight to the cap and arnt willing to part with their future. The Montreal Canadians are another iffy team being linked as well. Its a tough call as the Habs need space to sign some key players and are hard pressed against the top. If their able to shed some salary they might be able to swing something but its doubtful. The Bruins are expected to try and swing a deal as well but many expect they'll try a cheaper solution. Finally Brian Burke and the Toronto Maple Leafs are the latest team to be added in the mix according to rumors but that ones a longshot as well in my opinion. My best guess is go with Bob McKenzie and the Flames. He's usually bang on.
*-> While on the Leafs they've been rumored to be inquiring about Marek Svatos of the Colorado Avalanche. Burke has in the past tried to trade for the unproductive winger but failed.
*-> News out of Edmonton has the Carolina Hurricanes sending veteran Ray Whitney to the Pittsburgh Penguins. Could be possible since they are looking for help to play with Malkin.
*-> Bruce Garrioch of the Ottawa Sun continues to claim Vincent Lecavalier is being shopped by the Tampa Bay Lightnings GM Brian Lawton despite all the denial. I hate to tell Bruce but he's the only one in the hockey world buying his rumor. Main factor no trade clause and doesn't want to leave.
More tonight
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