Demko on LTIR, Bear Takes Leave, Markstrom Chatter, Guentzel Hot and more
Plus, talk about of Edmonton, Pittsburgh, Florida, Anaheim, and Montreal
Welcome to the THW News and Rumors rundown.
Thatcher Demko is on LTIR, while Ethan Bear is leaving the Capitals to join the Player Assitance Program. The Flames will talk with Jacob Markstrom, and there’s chatter about Corey Perry’s future. Is Jake Guentzel still upset about the trade? Finally, what’s the latest injury news out of Toronto?
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Let’s get onto the latest news and rumors.
NHL Rumors: Canucks, Capitals, Oilers, Flames, Maple Leafs
March 28, 2024 by Jim Parsons
In today’s NHL rumors rundown, the Vancouver Canucks have strategically moved goaltender Thatcher Demko to LTIR. Does that change his recovery timeline? Meanwhile, Ethan Bear has taken an indefinite leave from the Washington Capitals. Is Corey Perry looking to re-sign in Edmonton after this season ends? The Calgary Flames plan to sit down and talk with Jacob Markstrom about his future with the team. Finally, injury updates out of Toronto suggest Mitch Marner isn’t close to coming back and the team will also be without Morgan Rielly.
NHL Rumors: Penguins, Senators, Oilers, Panthers
March 27, 2024 by Jim Parsons
In today’s NHL rumors rundown, Jake Guentzel spoke about the decision by the Pittsburgh Penguins to trade him and it was clear he still isn’t over it. Meanwhile, while talk surrounds the Ottawa Senators’ trade plans this summer, one insider notes that the team isn’t thinking about trading Thomas Chabot. In Edmonton (and around the hockey world) people are coming to the defense of Zach Hyman after an incredibly wild video was posted demeaning his 50-goal achievement. Finally, speaking of 50-goal scorers, what is Sam Reinhart going to cost the Florida Panthers if they want to extend his contract?
NHL Rumors: Flames, Flyers, Canucks, Canadiens
March 26, 2024 by Jim Parsons
In today’s NHL rumors rundown, the Calgary Flames may have sold at the NHL Trade Deadline, but could the team be a significant buyer in the offseason? Meanwhile, insiders are shooting down a wild rumor that Carter Hart might be looking to play professional hockey in Russia. Can the Vancouver Canucks afford to sign Dakota Joshua? Finally, Martin St. Louis is returning to coach the Montreal Canadiens and has explained why he needed to take some time away.
Maple Leafs News & Rumors: Woll, Samsonov, Marner & Rielly
March 28, 2024 by The Old Prof
In tonight’s game against the Washington Capitals, Maple Leafs fans should look for a solid response following a hugely disappointing performance against the New Jersey Devils on Tuesday. Head coach Sheldon Keefe expects a better effort and (surprisingly) more maturity from his players after the 6-3 loss.Â
Canucks News & Rumors: Demko, Joshua, Lekkerimaki & More
March 28, 2024 by Sartaaj Bhullar
In this edition of the Vancouver Canucks News & Rumors, the organization placed goaltender Thatcher Demko on long-term injured reserve (LTIR). Also, Dakota Joshua returned to practice. Additionally, Jonathan Lekkerimaki joined the Abbotsford Canucks in the American Hockey League (AHL).
Ducks News & Rumors: Zegras, Gudas, Suchanek & More
March 27, 2024 by Corey Abbott
The Anaheim Ducks began a five-game road trip with a 4-0 loss to the Seattle Kraken on Tuesday (March 26). The Ducks were shut out for the fifth time in seven contests. Still, getting Trevor Zegras back from a 31-game absence in the defeat was a bright spot. The Ducks have not returned to full health yet, but the club’s core forward group is finally back together. That will be something to monitor down the final stretch of games.Â