Is McDavid Playing, Is Hanifin Worried, and is Minten Done?
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There is talk that Connor McDavid might be good to go for the Heritage Classic. Meanwhile, Fraser Minten is going back to the WHL, and Noah Hanifin might be concerned with the Flames’ struggles.
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NHL Rumors: Oilers, Bruins, Maple Leafs, Flames
October 28, 2023 by Jim Parsons
In today’s NHL rumors rundown, the Connor McDavid watch continues and there’s good news for fans of the Edmonton Oilers. He’s practicing outside on Saturday in the hopes he might be able to go on Sunday in the Heritage Classic. Meanwhile, the Boston Bruins placed Milan Lucic on LTIR. Fraser Minten was sent back to the WHL. Does the slow start by the Calgary Flames affect contract negotiations with Noah Hanifin?
Bruins News & Rumors: Lucic, Steen & Praise From a Rival
October 28, 2023 by Michael DeRosa
In this latest edition of Boston Bruins News & Rumors, the Bruins have placed forward Milan Lucic on long-term injured reserve (LTIR). In other news, with the Bruins gaining some cap flexibility, Oskar Steen has been called up to the NHL squad. Lastly, the Bruins got some praise from the head coach of one of their division rivals. Let’s discuss all of this in today’s (Oct. 28) Bruins News & Rumors column.
Maple Leafs News & Rumors: Samsonov, Minten, & Lagesson
October 28, 2023 by The Old Prof
The Toronto Maple Leafs are on the hunt for their fourth consecutive victory as they conclude their road trip with a matchup against the Nashville Predators this Saturday. Thus far, the road trip has been highly successful, and the team has put up a 3-1-0 record.Â
Sabres News & Rumors: Comrie, Luukkonen, Clifton & Dahlin
October 28, 2023 by The Old Prof
The Buffalo Sabres played the New Jersey Devils Friday night on the road and suffered a 5-4 loss. While both teams showed strong offenses, in the end, the Devils were able to score one more goal than the Sabres.Â
Sabres coach Don Granato, who tends to be more positive than negative, noted the tough grind of an 82-game season. He also praised Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen, who had to step into the crease after Eric Comrie left the game with a lower-body injury. Luukkonen, a second-round draft pick by Buffalo in 2017, just couldn’t pull out the win against a strong Devils team.
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