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Wednesday, July 1, 2009
Free Agent Frenzy Signing
*-> The Edmonton Oilers have lost their goalie Dwayne Roloson to the New York Islanders for a deal thats reportedly 2 years and worth 2.5$mil a season. Bad news for the Oilers as their going to have to scramble now.
Tuesday, June 30, 2009
Ice Scoopz: Minor Trade
*-> The New Jersey Devils have traded the rights to prospect Tony Romano a 7th round draft pick in the 2006 draft to the New York Islanders for center Ben Walter of the Bridgeport Tigers and future considerations.
Wednesday, April 8, 2009
Ice Scoopz: Wednesday Night
Heres tonight's news..
*-> The Ottawa Senator's have signed interm coach Cory Clouston to a two-year deal to removed the interm coach label from his resume. The Senators have turned around their game since Clouston took over for Craig Hartsburg. Senator's owner Eugene Melnyk has also announced that Bryan Murray the Senator's GM doesn't have to worry about his job this summer as he will be retained for his final year of his contract.
Personally I feel Murray should be handed his walking papers because he allowed the Sens to crumble and fall before he decided to fix things. Melnyk's reasoning of Murray saw the problem and addressed it really doesn't make sense. He only jumped in and fixed things after it was already too late. The Sens knew all season long they needed goaltending help and that the lockerroom was a mess so why address it near the end of the season? He's slowly allowed the Sens to spiral since making it to the cup finals. Hopefully the Sens will be able to compete next year with the addition of just Pascal Leclaire.
*-> Linus Omark the YouTube highlight sensation has turned down an offer from the Edmonton Oilers to play in the KHL next season. Omark who is a top scorer in the Swedish Elite League is a 4th round draft pick of the Edmonton Oilers in 2007 and has been in deep negotiations with the club since the SEL season ended. Omark signed a 1.2$ MIL 1st year then a 1.4$ MIL second year deal with Moscow Dynamo which includes a North American escape clause after the second deal. His agent claimed the deal was made after realising the Oilers would not be able to compete with the Russian money been thrown his clients way.
*-> Doug Weight of the New York Islanders has signed a one year extension to remain with the struggling Islanders next season. Weight who made 1.75$ MIL this season will jump to 2$ MIL next season. Weight who missed most of the season with an injury has 9 goals and 26 assists in just over 50 games.
*-> The Ottawa Senator's have signed interm coach Cory Clouston to a two-year deal to removed the interm coach label from his resume. The Senators have turned around their game since Clouston took over for Craig Hartsburg. Senator's owner Eugene Melnyk has also announced that Bryan Murray the Senator's GM doesn't have to worry about his job this summer as he will be retained for his final year of his contract.
Personally I feel Murray should be handed his walking papers because he allowed the Sens to crumble and fall before he decided to fix things. Melnyk's reasoning of Murray saw the problem and addressed it really doesn't make sense. He only jumped in and fixed things after it was already too late. The Sens knew all season long they needed goaltending help and that the lockerroom was a mess so why address it near the end of the season? He's slowly allowed the Sens to spiral since making it to the cup finals. Hopefully the Sens will be able to compete next year with the addition of just Pascal Leclaire.
*-> Linus Omark the YouTube highlight sensation has turned down an offer from the Edmonton Oilers to play in the KHL next season. Omark who is a top scorer in the Swedish Elite League is a 4th round draft pick of the Edmonton Oilers in 2007 and has been in deep negotiations with the club since the SEL season ended. Omark signed a 1.2$ MIL 1st year then a 1.4$ MIL second year deal with Moscow Dynamo which includes a North American escape clause after the second deal. His agent claimed the deal was made after realising the Oilers would not be able to compete with the Russian money been thrown his clients way.
*-> Doug Weight of the New York Islanders has signed a one year extension to remain with the struggling Islanders next season. Weight who made 1.75$ MIL this season will jump to 2$ MIL next season. Weight who missed most of the season with an injury has 9 goals and 26 assists in just over 50 games.
Friday, April 3, 2009
The I.R: Friday Morning
*-> Andy Hilbert of the New York Islanders was injured tonight in New York's game agains't the Montreal Canadians. It is was is being described as a rib injury and Hilbert is only expected to miss two games. More on this as it comes.
*-> Tampa Bay's Vincent Lecavalier will miss the remainder of the season after having wrist surgery today to repair a damaged ligament in his right wrist. The procedure was supposed to occur at the end of last season but a shoulder injury delayed the process. He is expected to be healthy way before training camp. He however will be uneligable for Team Canada this spring.
*-> Ryan Smyth of the Colorado Avalanche will miss the remainder of the season after fracturing his right hand in Wednesday's game against the Phoenix Coyotes. Another major injury blow to the Colorado Avalanche after loosing Sakic and Stastny all ready. Sakic is expected to play before the end of the season after he regains strength in his leg again. Smyth is most likely out for Team Canada as well.
*-> Tampa Bay's Vincent Lecavalier will miss the remainder of the season after having wrist surgery today to repair a damaged ligament in his right wrist. The procedure was supposed to occur at the end of last season but a shoulder injury delayed the process. He is expected to be healthy way before training camp. He however will be uneligable for Team Canada this spring.
*-> Ryan Smyth of the Colorado Avalanche will miss the remainder of the season after fracturing his right hand in Wednesday's game against the Phoenix Coyotes. Another major injury blow to the Colorado Avalanche after loosing Sakic and Stastny all ready. Sakic is expected to play before the end of the season after he regains strength in his leg again. Smyth is most likely out for Team Canada as well.
Wednesday, March 4, 2009
Trade! Guerin Finally Gone
*Bill Guerin to the Pittsburgh Penguins from the New York Islanders for a 5th round pick if the Pengs don't make the playoffs. If they do that 5th turns into a 4th and if they win a round it's a 3rd. Got it?
Monday, March 2, 2009
Ice Scoopz: Monday Evening -> Avery On Re-Entry Waivers
*-> The Dallas Star's have placed super pest Sean Avery on re-entry waivers today after announcing it Friday afternoon. The Dallas Stars are hoping that the New York Ranger's are going to claim him for their playoff run. There has been no secret that the Ranger's want Sean back and having to pay only half his salary should help that cause. If the Ranger's don't claim him it's highly unlikely another team will. Rumors say Avery hasn't been the same player since he got back from his rehab program. My thinking is that he just needs some time to get game ready and that also he's playing soft because he's hoping a team will grab him and he wants to be healthy.
*-> A big rumor out of Ottawa has surfaced today as Bryan Murray continues to work the phones. The Columbus Blue Jacket's interest in Antoine Vermette has increased as of late and Columbus scouts and GM Jay Howson was seen in Ottawa this Saturday night watching the Sens and Leafs. Ottawa has apparently shown interest in goalie Pascal Leclaire and many feel a deal could be worked out between the two sides as a 1 for 1 swap. There is no secret Ottawa still needs goaltending and Vermette hasn't exactly shined in his role in Ottawa. The Blue Jacket's would love to see Vermette playing with Rick Nash. Some pundits have put Jason Spezza as the man the Blue Jacket's want and it could even involve a multi player deal. I doubt they would shop Spezza unless they could get another big name or blue chip prospect in return. anything could happen though it's trade deadline day.
*-> Another Columbus rumor to bring out is that the Blue Jacket's have apparently called the Buffalo Sabre's organization in regards to soon to be UFA and often injured center Tim Connolly. The Buffalo Sabre's are really reluctant in trading Connolly because he has been playing extremely well as of late but they may risk loosing him this summer. The Jacket's feel he would resign with them and he would be a good fit for Nash.
*-> Rumor has it the reason the Guerin deal is taking a lot longer than expected is that there are more suitors than expected. Most teams deny interest or talking to the Islander's but that's just politics. The Montreal Canadian's have stepped into the fray as the Carolina Hurricanes. The leader though still appears to be Washington as they would like to add experience and Bill Guerin's leadership to their young core.
*-> Brian Burke of the Toronto Maple Leaf's spoke out today and squashed all rumors he was working on a deal with the Boston Bruin's for Tomas Kaberle. Burke claims this is not the case and he has never spoken with the Bruins about Tomas Kaberle and nor would as they are division rivals. This doesn't sound like politics to me as it's highly unlikely unless the Bruins were willing to pay over the top for the allstar blueliner.
*-> A big rumor out of Ottawa has surfaced today as Bryan Murray continues to work the phones. The Columbus Blue Jacket's interest in Antoine Vermette has increased as of late and Columbus scouts and GM Jay Howson was seen in Ottawa this Saturday night watching the Sens and Leafs. Ottawa has apparently shown interest in goalie Pascal Leclaire and many feel a deal could be worked out between the two sides as a 1 for 1 swap. There is no secret Ottawa still needs goaltending and Vermette hasn't exactly shined in his role in Ottawa. The Blue Jacket's would love to see Vermette playing with Rick Nash. Some pundits have put Jason Spezza as the man the Blue Jacket's want and it could even involve a multi player deal. I doubt they would shop Spezza unless they could get another big name or blue chip prospect in return. anything could happen though it's trade deadline day.
*-> Another Columbus rumor to bring out is that the Blue Jacket's have apparently called the Buffalo Sabre's organization in regards to soon to be UFA and often injured center Tim Connolly. The Buffalo Sabre's are really reluctant in trading Connolly because he has been playing extremely well as of late but they may risk loosing him this summer. The Jacket's feel he would resign with them and he would be a good fit for Nash.
*-> Rumor has it the reason the Guerin deal is taking a lot longer than expected is that there are more suitors than expected. Most teams deny interest or talking to the Islander's but that's just politics. The Montreal Canadian's have stepped into the fray as the Carolina Hurricanes. The leader though still appears to be Washington as they would like to add experience and Bill Guerin's leadership to their young core.
*-> Brian Burke of the Toronto Maple Leaf's spoke out today and squashed all rumors he was working on a deal with the Boston Bruin's for Tomas Kaberle. Burke claims this is not the case and he has never spoken with the Bruins about Tomas Kaberle and nor would as they are division rivals. This doesn't sound like politics to me as it's highly unlikely unless the Bruins were willing to pay over the top for the allstar blueliner.
Saturday, February 28, 2009
Ice Scoopz: Saturday Night *-> Guerin Gone In 48 Hours?
Well you can tell it's only days till the trading deadline! Every little sign or hint gets analyzed to the fullest and every name in the book gets mentioned. This is a scouts busiest time as they get to spend a frantic month watching potential trade players. I love the deadline because it's almost like Christmas. The whole month you get to be in Deadline spirit and it gets more and more exciting as it leads up to the big day. Deadline day eve you cant sleep tossing and turning thinking about what you might get. Then you wake up at ungodly hours of the morning to open your presents. After Deadline day you get left with that "as if it's over" feeling and you have to wait another 12 months again. Anyways that's my rant and there is a ton of rumors to report. I know my whole trade deadline review isn't even close to being done but I'm trying my hardest to try and get this finished by Wednesday. I've been extremely busy with my scouting course, and I also work full time. I'm trying to make this site the best possible hockey site and obviously it isn't going to happen over night. Please be patient and stick with it cause although it hasn't been the best I haven't missed a beat with rumors and am putting my heart into this! As for the deadline day texting service my sign up is going up after this post so sign up! Thanks!
*-> Well I'll start with the headliner with Bill Guerin on the move. The Islander's have a deal in place for veteran winger Billy Guerin. Before tonight's game in which Bill Guerin is listed on the roster was pulled off the ice in the pregame warm-up by Garth Snow and the Islanders played a man short all game. This is a major trade sign as not many times does your GM pull you from a game especially during the warm-up. Many sources have reported it's not the Bruin's but IS an Eastern Conference team. Some names mention have been the Washington Capitols, The New Jersey Devils, The Montreal Canadians and the Buffalo Sabre's. I really believe it may be the New Jersey Devil's or the Sabre's. Guerin started his career with the Devil's and they have an amazing chance at winning the cup this year. They are already a veteran laden team already though. The Buffalo Sabre's need that extra veteran presence for the push and they could use leadership, something the club has been missing since Chris Drury. Keep an eye on this one!
*-> In Phoenix a similar situation has arisen as well. Defenseman Derek Morris has been told to stay at home and wait for a trade. Derek Morris who has a no-trade clause has said he'll waive it for a trade and is expected to move by Wednesday as the Coyotes try and cut costs. Morris is also an UFA this summer so a deal makes sense. The Buffalo Sabre's were the leaders in the hunt for Morris has been joined by several other teams this week. The Boston Bruins are considering bolstering their defense. The Calgary Flames are also expected to make a deal for Derek Morris so they can rekindle their powerplay.
*-> The Pronger sweepstakes have started although the Anaheim Ducks are still in a playoff hunt. Chris Pronger has announced he doesn't want to be traded but the Anaheim Duck's want to try and do a quick rebuild. Adding Ryan Whitney to the fray indicates that Chris Pronger may not be in the teams future and if he were to be shopped he would bring in a great haul. Many teams have shown interest and made calls to Anaheim but there still is much doubt to whether or not he'll be traded. St. Louis has reportedly made a big pitch to bring Pronger back to the Blues. The Blues are almost done rebuilding and could afford to loose a pick and prospect to add that grit and experience. CBC reported this rumor also and made a big connection to this deal as Pronger's wife is from St. Louis and we all know how Pronger's wife makes the call. I.E Edmonton. Don't count any other teams out though as the Sabre's and the Bruin's want his services badly. The Bruin's are the headliners and expect to make a huge bid to secure the deal including shopping prospect Joe Corborne and Mark Stuart as bait.
*-> In other Anaheim rumors, defenseman and future hall of famer Scott Niedermayer whose name has been mentioned several times most likely wont be going anywhere. Niedermayer has been told by Anaheim that they will not trade him before or on deadline day and not too worry. The management won't break this agreement out of respect for the vet unless he is 100% willing to accept the trade. The only name that still remains is New Jersey who Niedermayer once played for.
*-> A Florida defenseman is grabbing rumor headlines this week and his first name isn't Jay for once. Nick Boyton has caused a stir after a huge war of words with Florida coach Peter DeBoer. The dispute was over Boyton's decreasing role with the team which Boyton feels he should have a lot more ice time. The result of this was Boyton having some time off from the team at home. The Florida Panthers most likely will try and shop the disgruntled defenseman at the deadline. This however depends all on the number one rumored name out of Florida Mr. Jay Bouwmeester. A deal all depends on whether or not the Panthers get a good enough deal for Bouwmeester. The Cats are expecting a high calibre defenseman, a forward who can help the team out now and a 1st round pick or prospect. The Vancouver Canuck's Alexander Edler and Alex Burrows have come up. The Canucks have a lot of defensemen to spare and Burrows is an UFA this summer that the Canucks expect to leave.
*-> Columbus Blue Jacket's general manager Scott Howson was seen at the Ottawa - Toronto game tonight in a sky box. The further adds to the rumors that ether Ottawa's Antoine Vermette or Toronto's Nik Antropov could be headed to the Blue Jackets. Columbus hasn't been shy about their intentions to sign a playmaking center to compliment franchise player Rick Nash. Both Vermette and Antropov fit that description and could be targets for Columbus this Wednesday.
*-> Philadelphia's hunt for a number one goalie could be ending this Wednesday as the Flyer's are expected to make Atlanta an offer for goaltender Kari Lehtonen. The Flyers who have been unhappy with their goaltender tandem this season feels that Kari could be the guy to put them over the top. James Van Riemsdyk is being dangled as well as a high pick. The Flyers would need to trade a player or two in order to gain more cap space though. Antero Nittymaki would also have to go to the Thrashers in return as Martin Biron has a no-trade.
*-> Well I'll start with the headliner with Bill Guerin on the move. The Islander's have a deal in place for veteran winger Billy Guerin. Before tonight's game in which Bill Guerin is listed on the roster was pulled off the ice in the pregame warm-up by Garth Snow and the Islanders played a man short all game. This is a major trade sign as not many times does your GM pull you from a game especially during the warm-up. Many sources have reported it's not the Bruin's but IS an Eastern Conference team. Some names mention have been the Washington Capitols, The New Jersey Devils, The Montreal Canadians and the Buffalo Sabre's. I really believe it may be the New Jersey Devil's or the Sabre's. Guerin started his career with the Devil's and they have an amazing chance at winning the cup this year. They are already a veteran laden team already though. The Buffalo Sabre's need that extra veteran presence for the push and they could use leadership, something the club has been missing since Chris Drury. Keep an eye on this one!
*-> In Phoenix a similar situation has arisen as well. Defenseman Derek Morris has been told to stay at home and wait for a trade. Derek Morris who has a no-trade clause has said he'll waive it for a trade and is expected to move by Wednesday as the Coyotes try and cut costs. Morris is also an UFA this summer so a deal makes sense. The Buffalo Sabre's were the leaders in the hunt for Morris has been joined by several other teams this week. The Boston Bruins are considering bolstering their defense. The Calgary Flames are also expected to make a deal for Derek Morris so they can rekindle their powerplay.
*-> The Pronger sweepstakes have started although the Anaheim Ducks are still in a playoff hunt. Chris Pronger has announced he doesn't want to be traded but the Anaheim Duck's want to try and do a quick rebuild. Adding Ryan Whitney to the fray indicates that Chris Pronger may not be in the teams future and if he were to be shopped he would bring in a great haul. Many teams have shown interest and made calls to Anaheim but there still is much doubt to whether or not he'll be traded. St. Louis has reportedly made a big pitch to bring Pronger back to the Blues. The Blues are almost done rebuilding and could afford to loose a pick and prospect to add that grit and experience. CBC reported this rumor also and made a big connection to this deal as Pronger's wife is from St. Louis and we all know how Pronger's wife makes the call. I.E Edmonton. Don't count any other teams out though as the Sabre's and the Bruin's want his services badly. The Bruin's are the headliners and expect to make a huge bid to secure the deal including shopping prospect Joe Corborne and Mark Stuart as bait.
*-> In other Anaheim rumors, defenseman and future hall of famer Scott Niedermayer whose name has been mentioned several times most likely wont be going anywhere. Niedermayer has been told by Anaheim that they will not trade him before or on deadline day and not too worry. The management won't break this agreement out of respect for the vet unless he is 100% willing to accept the trade. The only name that still remains is New Jersey who Niedermayer once played for.
*-> A Florida defenseman is grabbing rumor headlines this week and his first name isn't Jay for once. Nick Boyton has caused a stir after a huge war of words with Florida coach Peter DeBoer. The dispute was over Boyton's decreasing role with the team which Boyton feels he should have a lot more ice time. The result of this was Boyton having some time off from the team at home. The Florida Panthers most likely will try and shop the disgruntled defenseman at the deadline. This however depends all on the number one rumored name out of Florida Mr. Jay Bouwmeester. A deal all depends on whether or not the Panthers get a good enough deal for Bouwmeester. The Cats are expecting a high calibre defenseman, a forward who can help the team out now and a 1st round pick or prospect. The Vancouver Canuck's Alexander Edler and Alex Burrows have come up. The Canucks have a lot of defensemen to spare and Burrows is an UFA this summer that the Canucks expect to leave.
*-> Columbus Blue Jacket's general manager Scott Howson was seen at the Ottawa - Toronto game tonight in a sky box. The further adds to the rumors that ether Ottawa's Antoine Vermette or Toronto's Nik Antropov could be headed to the Blue Jackets. Columbus hasn't been shy about their intentions to sign a playmaking center to compliment franchise player Rick Nash. Both Vermette and Antropov fit that description and could be targets for Columbus this Wednesday.
*-> Philadelphia's hunt for a number one goalie could be ending this Wednesday as the Flyer's are expected to make Atlanta an offer for goaltender Kari Lehtonen. The Flyers who have been unhappy with their goaltender tandem this season feels that Kari could be the guy to put them over the top. James Van Riemsdyk is being dangled as well as a high pick. The Flyers would need to trade a player or two in order to gain more cap space though. Antero Nittymaki would also have to go to the Thrashers in return as Martin Biron has a no-trade.
Friday, February 20, 2009
Trade: Comrie and Campoli To Ottawa
This morning Ottawa traded their 1st round draft pick from San Jose along with veteran Dean McAmmond to the New York Islanders for former Sen Mike Comrie and Defenseman Chris Campoli.
Ottawa addressed the need for a puck moving defensemen in acquiring Chris Campoli, Campoli who is 24 has 6 goals and 17 assists in 51 one games. Ottawa also adressed their secondary scoring issue with Mike Comrie who played for the Sens in 2007. Comrie has a disapointing 7 goals and 13 assists in 41 games this year. Comrie is also an unrestricted free agent this summer so he may just be a rental player for the stretch.
The Islanders get yet another veteran in Dean McAmmond who has 7 points in 44 games gives the Islanders so extra help with their special teams next season.
Personally I think the Sens could have paid less for Campoli but thats just me, Comrie will help the drive for playoffs quite a bit but I think in the end they'll be close but no. Campoli is a great offensive defenseman who may develop a little bit more but in the end is he first round worthy? No. I see why the Sens had to get this done and it was clearly because McAmmond wanted out. The Islanders finally get a good deal because I have a feeling Comrie is going to bolt at the end of the season back to Hilary Duff and the NYC. He didn't want to stay the 1st time around why the second? Even is he does, is that a 4MIL$ salary they want to pay next season?
Ottawa addressed the need for a puck moving defensemen in acquiring Chris Campoli, Campoli who is 24 has 6 goals and 17 assists in 51 one games. Ottawa also adressed their secondary scoring issue with Mike Comrie who played for the Sens in 2007. Comrie has a disapointing 7 goals and 13 assists in 41 games this year. Comrie is also an unrestricted free agent this summer so he may just be a rental player for the stretch.
The Islanders get yet another veteran in Dean McAmmond who has 7 points in 44 games gives the Islanders so extra help with their special teams next season.
Personally I think the Sens could have paid less for Campoli but thats just me, Comrie will help the drive for playoffs quite a bit but I think in the end they'll be close but no. Campoli is a great offensive defenseman who may develop a little bit more but in the end is he first round worthy? No. I see why the Sens had to get this done and it was clearly because McAmmond wanted out. The Islanders finally get a good deal because I have a feeling Comrie is going to bolt at the end of the season back to Hilary Duff and the NYC. He didn't want to stay the 1st time around why the second? Even is he does, is that a 4MIL$ salary they want to pay next season?
Wednesday, January 28, 2009
The I.R: Wednesday Evening -> Sillinger Out For Season
A few internet problems last couple of days doubled with bad weather but heres todays I.R...
*-> The New York Islander's veteran forward Mike Sillinger will miss the entire season after undergoing hip surgury Monday. The aging veteran has stated he intends on playing at least one more season with the Islanders before retiring.
*-> Goalie Olaf Kolzig of the Tampa Bay Lightning will miss the rest of the season with a ruptured tendon in his left bicep. He will undergo surgury this weekend and if successful he will miss atleast 4 months still. Although he has only played 8 games this season his presence will be missed. Kari Ramo will serve as Mike Smith's back-up for the rest of the season. Also expect to not see Olaf Kolzig in a Lighning jersey again as he's an unrestricted free agent this summer. Kami Ramo appears ready for the "show" so he'll most likely stay up.
*->Martin Gerber of the Ottawa Senators has been sent down to Binghamton after GM Bryan Murray could not find a decent suitor. He will finish the season out in the AHL unless Ottawa can find a dance partner. At this point it seams unlikely unless another team runs into goaltending issues or a deadline day deal. I'll have more on this later.
*-> Justin Pogge of the Toronto Maple Leaf's has been sent back down to the Toronto Marlies of the AHL.
*-> Dallas Star's Fabian Brunstrom has been loaned to the Manitoba Moose. The organization feels Brunstrom still needs some polishing to get to where he needs to be.
*-> The New York Islander's veteran forward Mike Sillinger will miss the entire season after undergoing hip surgury Monday. The aging veteran has stated he intends on playing at least one more season with the Islanders before retiring.
*-> Goalie Olaf Kolzig of the Tampa Bay Lightning will miss the rest of the season with a ruptured tendon in his left bicep. He will undergo surgury this weekend and if successful he will miss atleast 4 months still. Although he has only played 8 games this season his presence will be missed. Kari Ramo will serve as Mike Smith's back-up for the rest of the season. Also expect to not see Olaf Kolzig in a Lighning jersey again as he's an unrestricted free agent this summer. Kami Ramo appears ready for the "show" so he'll most likely stay up.
*->Martin Gerber of the Ottawa Senators has been sent down to Binghamton after GM Bryan Murray could not find a decent suitor. He will finish the season out in the AHL unless Ottawa can find a dance partner. At this point it seams unlikely unless another team runs into goaltending issues or a deadline day deal. I'll have more on this later.
*-> Justin Pogge of the Toronto Maple Leaf's has been sent back down to the Toronto Marlies of the AHL.
*-> Dallas Star's Fabian Brunstrom has been loaned to the Manitoba Moose. The organization feels Brunstrom still needs some polishing to get to where he needs to be.
Thursday, January 22, 2009
Ice Scoopz: Thursday Afternoon -> Gerber On Waivers
*- Martin Gerber has been placed on waivers this afternoon, no teams are expected to claim him. The New York Islanders have been rumored to be interested but as the days wind down to the trade deadline it seams the Isles are happy just to settle with Joey Mcdonald and Yann Danis. Tavares must really be a sweet thought. Gerber is expected to finish the season down in Binghamton or head overseas on a loan to a Swiss or Swedish club.
*- Danny Sabourin has cleared waivers this morning, Kevin Lowe has apparently told Danny Sabourin still not to report to the Oilers and that they are going to attempt to shop him during the All Star break. If no luck expect Sabourin to be ether bought out or sent down to the AHL.
*- Danny Sabourin has cleared waivers this morning, Kevin Lowe has apparently told Danny Sabourin still not to report to the Oilers and that they are going to attempt to shop him during the All Star break. If no luck expect Sabourin to be ether bought out or sent down to the AHL.
Wednesday, January 21, 2009
The I.R: Tuesday Evening
*-The New York Islanders have announced Rick DiPietro will miss the remainder of the season due to an ongoing problem with the knee surgery he had at the beginning of the season. The swelling refuses to go down so he will remain out and have another surgery on his knee. The Islanders are expected to go out and find some help till next season.
*Claude Lemieux completed an unbelievable comeback story tonight by returning to the NHL. Lemieux who is turning 46 who retired 4 years ago had no played hockey since this summer. He eventually earned a two way contract with the San Jose Sharks and tonight will mark his first game back. Incredible.
*Columbus goaltender Pascal Leclaire will be out 3 months with an undisclosed ankle injured. The Columbus goalie had surgery this afternoon to repair his ankle and is expected to make a quick recovery.
*Yet Another Columbus goalie is on the mend as of Tuesday. Goaltender Steve Mason has been suffering from severe back spasms and will miss the next 3 weeks. The Blue Jackets will not put him on the IR but rather just let him rest. He unfortunately will miss the youngstars game due to his condition.
*Claude Lemieux completed an unbelievable comeback story tonight by returning to the NHL. Lemieux who is turning 46 who retired 4 years ago had no played hockey since this summer. He eventually earned a two way contract with the San Jose Sharks and tonight will mark his first game back. Incredible.
*Columbus goaltender Pascal Leclaire will be out 3 months with an undisclosed ankle injured. The Columbus goalie had surgery this afternoon to repair his ankle and is expected to make a quick recovery.
*Yet Another Columbus goalie is on the mend as of Tuesday. Goaltender Steve Mason has been suffering from severe back spasms and will miss the next 3 weeks. The Blue Jackets will not put him on the IR but rather just let him rest. He unfortunately will miss the youngstars game due to his condition.
Tuesday, January 20, 2009
Ice Scoopz: Tuesday Evening - Forsberg Back??
*Former Colorado Avalanche member Peter Forsberg is once again contemplating playing again. He says he will take to the ice again next week to test out his skate after having yet another ankle surgery. Forsberg claims that this is his last shot at making a comeback and if his ankle is still bothering him hes going to hang up the skates for good. Rumors have Chicago wanting Forsberg badly to help their young core through the post season. Colorado would also love to have him back with the loss of Joe Sakic indefinitely.
*The Ottawa Senator's are apparently shopping Gerber hard to the New York Islanders now that Rick Dipietro is sidelined for the entire season. They have even offered to bring him up through re-entry waivers for the club. I highly doubt they will bite however because they are expected to claim Danny Sabourin off waivers tonight.
*Danny Sabourin who was recently traded to the Edmonton Oilers after the Mathieu Garon trade was told today not to report to Edmonton and he was immediately waived this afternoon. As mentioned before the New York Islanders are expected to claim him.
*Florida Panther defenseman Corey Murphy was claimed on re-entry waivers by the Tampa Bay Lightning late Monday night. Ottawa GM Bryan Murray stated that they Sens were never interested in Murphy and have their powerplay quarterback in Brenden Bell.
*The Ottawa Senator's are apparently shopping Gerber hard to the New York Islanders now that Rick Dipietro is sidelined for the entire season. They have even offered to bring him up through re-entry waivers for the club. I highly doubt they will bite however because they are expected to claim Danny Sabourin off waivers tonight.
*Danny Sabourin who was recently traded to the Edmonton Oilers after the Mathieu Garon trade was told today not to report to Edmonton and he was immediately waived this afternoon. As mentioned before the New York Islanders are expected to claim him.
*Florida Panther defenseman Corey Murphy was claimed on re-entry waivers by the Tampa Bay Lightning late Monday night. Ottawa GM Bryan Murray stated that they Sens were never interested in Murphy and have their powerplay quarterback in Brenden Bell.
Thursday, January 15, 2009
Ice Scoopz: Thursday Evening
*- Martin Gerber of the Ottawa Senators has been sent down to Binghamton on a two week conditioning stint. This is expected to buy the organization time and allow them to evaluate Brian Elliott more closely. If he performs well then he stays if he doesn't he'll switch with Gerber.
*-Brian Lawton the owner of the Tampa Bay Lightning has decided to once again speak out on the Vincent Lecavalier trade rumors. He officially denies anyone from Montreal has spoken to him and that he would not trade Lecavalier unless he asked for a trade. He spoke with him early this week and told him he was not being shopped and will not be shopped in the near future.
*-Curtis Sanford cleared waivers as expected and will report to the Manitoba Moose of the AHL.
*-The New York Islanders have a contract in place for their former back-up goalie Wade Dubielewicz. The deal is rumored to be for $850k and one year. Dubielewicz who took off to Russia last summer has been playing with KHL team AK-Bars Kazan. Before it is official Wade Dubielewicz must be release by Kazan.
*-Brenden Shanahan made his return officially yesterday by signing a one year deal with the New Jersey Devils for $850k. He is expected to take the ice next week after practicing with the team this week.
*- Karel Pilar has asked for his release from the KHL team Metallurg Magnitogorsk after barely playing this season. He felt he was being held back and it would effect his career by not playing. He is not bitter about the situation and has already found a new taker in Sparta Prague of the Czech league. He says he will finish the season with Sparta then return to a Russian club this fall.
*-Brian Lawton the owner of the Tampa Bay Lightning has decided to once again speak out on the Vincent Lecavalier trade rumors. He officially denies anyone from Montreal has spoken to him and that he would not trade Lecavalier unless he asked for a trade. He spoke with him early this week and told him he was not being shopped and will not be shopped in the near future.
*-Curtis Sanford cleared waivers as expected and will report to the Manitoba Moose of the AHL.
*-The New York Islanders have a contract in place for their former back-up goalie Wade Dubielewicz. The deal is rumored to be for $850k and one year. Dubielewicz who took off to Russia last summer has been playing with KHL team AK-Bars Kazan. Before it is official Wade Dubielewicz must be release by Kazan.
*-Brenden Shanahan made his return officially yesterday by signing a one year deal with the New Jersey Devils for $850k. He is expected to take the ice next week after practicing with the team this week.
*- Karel Pilar has asked for his release from the KHL team Metallurg Magnitogorsk after barely playing this season. He felt he was being held back and it would effect his career by not playing. He is not bitter about the situation and has already found a new taker in Sparta Prague of the Czech league. He says he will finish the season with Sparta then return to a Russian club this fall.
Wednesday, January 14, 2009
Curtis Sanford On Waivers
*-The Vancouver Canucks have placed Curtis Sanford on waivers this morning. After acquiring Jason Labarbera from the Kings it appears he is the chosen back-up for Roberto Luongo and Curtis Sanford will be heading to the AHL Manitoba Moose if he is not claimed. He is expected to clear but a few teams are showing interest including the New York Islanders, and L.A. The Ilses are still missing a reliable back-up for DiPietro and it appears he'll be out a lot longer than expected. Sanford could take some weight off McDonald's shoulders till DiPietro is ready to return. L.A really doesn't have a back-up at the moment and to say Jonathan Quick is the answer is not saying much about their organization. By adding Sanford it would give young Ersberg some much need support.
Tuesday, January 13, 2009
Ice Scoopz: Tuesday Evening - Islanders - Atlanta Make A Deal
So a minor deal to report and a couple of follow-up rumors.
*-The New York Islanders have traded defenseman Brett Skinner to the Atlanta Thrashers in exchange for Junior Lessard. Both players have spent most of the season in the minors with the clubs farm teams.
*-More and more Ottawa rumors are starting to trickle in. Apparently Ottawa is interested in shopping both Chris Phillips and Filip Kuba now to the highest bidders as they unrestricted free agents this summer. Sources say Ottawa is looking for young players who can step right in or high draft picks in this years draft. GM Bryan Murray claims hes not interested in a roster overhaul just a shake-up and to find the missing pieces of the puzzle. He also has informed the media he will have the goalie situation solved by Thursday evening. This pretty much means by Thursday evening Martin Gerber will ether be in the minors or will be in another teams uniform. Whose possibly interested? L.A still doesn't have a number one goalie but I doubt they will take a risk of Gerber. Other than that there's next to no interest in goaltending around the league. Good luck.
*-Another follow up on the Vincent Lecavalier situation has been released less than 24 hours after the media hyped up the trade details. Vincent has stated he is loyal to Tampa Bay and it's in the ownerships hands. He also stated he would love to play in Montreal which is maybe what the owners were waiting to hear from him. Brian Lawton co-owner of the Lightning responded with another statement saying that no players on any team are 100% safe and all are available for discussion. He then went on to say that he is not shopping Lecavalier and if he was he'd have a sit down with the star and tell him face to face that he is shopping him and it hasn't happened. These rumors keep building more and more momentum each day so I really believe that there is some truth behind them. I have a feeling now that Vincent has said he'd play for Montreal the talks with begin and the sit down will follow.
*-The New York Islanders have traded defenseman Brett Skinner to the Atlanta Thrashers in exchange for Junior Lessard. Both players have spent most of the season in the minors with the clubs farm teams.
*-More and more Ottawa rumors are starting to trickle in. Apparently Ottawa is interested in shopping both Chris Phillips and Filip Kuba now to the highest bidders as they unrestricted free agents this summer. Sources say Ottawa is looking for young players who can step right in or high draft picks in this years draft. GM Bryan Murray claims hes not interested in a roster overhaul just a shake-up and to find the missing pieces of the puzzle. He also has informed the media he will have the goalie situation solved by Thursday evening. This pretty much means by Thursday evening Martin Gerber will ether be in the minors or will be in another teams uniform. Whose possibly interested? L.A still doesn't have a number one goalie but I doubt they will take a risk of Gerber. Other than that there's next to no interest in goaltending around the league. Good luck.
*-Another follow up on the Vincent Lecavalier situation has been released less than 24 hours after the media hyped up the trade details. Vincent has stated he is loyal to Tampa Bay and it's in the ownerships hands. He also stated he would love to play in Montreal which is maybe what the owners were waiting to hear from him. Brian Lawton co-owner of the Lightning responded with another statement saying that no players on any team are 100% safe and all are available for discussion. He then went on to say that he is not shopping Lecavalier and if he was he'd have a sit down with the star and tell him face to face that he is shopping him and it hasn't happened. These rumors keep building more and more momentum each day so I really believe that there is some truth behind them. I have a feeling now that Vincent has said he'd play for Montreal the talks with begin and the sit down will follow.
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