Canadiens Big Decisions, Robertson's Chances, Oilers' Goalies, Plus Bruins & Canucks Trade Talk
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Today, the Canadiens might hang onto to a couple of players that were thought to be on the move, while the Maple Leafs, Avalanche and Canucks work their roster options.
In Toronto, will Nick Robertson make the roster?
Then, in Boston, the Bruins have waived, signed, and talking about trading a player.
In Vancouver, is Alexis Lafreniere on their radar?
Finally, who gets the starting goaltender job in Edmonton?
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NHL Rumors: Canadiens, Maple Leafs, Avalanche, Canucks
October 5, 2023 by Jim Parsons
In today’s NHL rumors rundown, the Montreal Canadiens might keep three goalies, while also looking at an extension for Mike Matheson. Meanwhile, does Fraser Minten have a legitimate shot of making the Toronto Maple Leafs? And if so, does it change the experiment of William Nylander at center? Where are talks at with Devon Toews and is there any reason to think the Colorado Avalanche might trade him? Finally, are the Vancouver Canucks thinking about claiming Cal Foote off of waivers?
Maple Leafs News & Rumors: Robertson, Tavares & Klingberg
October 5, 2023 by The Old Prof
In this edition of Toronto Maple Leafs News & Rumors, I’ll spend some time analyzing why Nick Robertson will likely begin the 2023-24 season with the American Hockey League (AHL) Toronto Marlies rather than with the big club – the American Hockey League (AHL) might be the best environment for his development.
Second, I’ll spend some time looking at yesterday’s line combinations from practice and highlight what I think are notable placements and adjustments. Does this lineup offer insights into which players might not make the cut?
Bruins News & Rumors: Brunet, Waivers, Swayman & More
October 5, 2023 by Michael DeRosa
In this latest edition of Boston Bruins News & Rumors, the Bruins have signed prospect Frederic Brunet to an entry-level contract (ELC). In other news, Jayson Megna has been placed on waivers, while several other Bruins have since cleared it. Lastly, could Jeremy Swayman be a surprise trade candidate this season? Let’s discuss all of this and more in today’s (Oct. 5) Bruins News & Rumors column.
Canucks News & Rumors: Bear, Lafreniere, Pettersson & More
October 5, 2023 by Sartaaj Bhullar
In this edition of the Vancouver Canucks News & Rumors, the 2024-25 cap could help the Canucks. Also, the organizations should sign Ethan Bear. Additionally, Alexis Lafreniere could be a trade target for the team after he struggles at training camp.
Oilers News & Rumors: Brown, McLeod, Ekholm, Campbell, Skinner
October 5, 2023 by Jim Parsons
In an Edmonton Oilers news and rumors update, Connor Brown scored a couple of preseason goals on Wednesday and is looking good early. Was he the perfect fit and the ideal choice to play alongside Connor McDavid? Ryan McLeod was back on the ice for the Oilers. He didn’t play in the penultimate preseason game, but will he play in the last one? What about Mattias Ekholm? Should the Oilers be concerned he’s not yet played? Finally, who gets the nod as the starter for the Oilers? Jack Campbell and Stuart Skinner have both played well.