*-> From what I'm hearing the Evgeni Nabokov situation is getting complex and now their are multiple teams considering a claim. The Colorado Avalanche, Washington Capitals and the New Jersey Devils have all been added to the existing teams linked to Nabokov as of noon today. It's believed the low price of Nabokov it's garnering a lot of attention from teams who could use help in net. The Colorado Aves have a ton of cap space left and could use some help as both goalies haven't played up to full potential. The Capitals get included in every goaltending rumor as they have a young duo who many doubt can string together a playoff run yet, I personally feel the Caps will stay away but I'm reporting what I hear. The New Jersey Devils are an interesting situation. From what I'm hearing across the league is the Devils would claim Nabokov and with his permission replace him on waivers for the Red Wings to claim. The no-movement clause stipulates after being waived by a 2nd team only Detroit could claim him if he's placed on waivers again. The Devils would be doing Detroit a favor of sorts for maybe a favor in the future to be returned. The other situation I'm hearing is New Jersey claims Nabokov and trades him to Detroit for a low end draft pick ensuring Detroit their free agent signing. I'm hearing more and more the Ottawa Senators are indeed interested as last night was the icing on the cake for Brian Elliott. I'm still hearing Eugene Melnyk is still convinced the Sens can make a run and make the playoffs like last season so their still is hope and Nabokov could bring better odds. The New York Islanders would also like some help for Rick DiPietro and I'm hearing with Antero Nittymakki out the Sharks would like a hand.
More this afternoon
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