Oilers Contract Updates & RFAs Still Unsigned
Plus a look at the latest from from the Maple Leafs, and more...
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NHL Rumors: Penguins, Oilers, Islanders
August 11, 2024 by Jim Parsons
In today’s NHL rumors rundown, the Pittsburgh Penguins are waiting to sign Marcus Pettersson. What’s the holdup? Meanwhile, there is plenty of speculation surrounding the Edmonton Oilers and where things are at with Leon Draisaitl, Evander Kane, Dylan Holloway, and Philip Broberg. Finally, are the New York Islanders preparing to move on from two veteran NHL players?
Maple Leafs News & Rumors: Yamamoto, Nylander, Spezza & Gio
August 10, 2024 by The Old Prof
In this edition of Toronto Maple Leafs News & Rumors, I’ll explore some intriguing possibilities for the upcoming season. First, I’ll consider whether there might be a spot on the team for a gritty, hard-working forward like Kailer Yamamoto. Once a 20-goal scorer with the Edmonton Oilers and seen as a rising star who shared a line with Leon Draisaitl, Yamamoto finds himself a free agent after not receiving a qualifying offer from the Seattle Kraken. Could his work ethic and potential goal-scoring ability make him a fit for the Maple Leafs?
NHL Rumors: Oilers, Bruins, Rangers, Canadiens
August 10, 2024 by Jim Parsons
In today’s NHL rumors rundown, projections about what Connor McDavid will do in his next contract reportedly hinge on what Leon Draisaitl does with his extension over the next few weeks. Meanwhile, where will Tyson Barrie land as an unrestricted free agent? He’s yet to sign a deal somewhere but some teams could use him. Are the Boston Bruins starting to worry about the Jeremy Swayman deal? Finally, Kent Hughes talked about his contract strategy with the core players on the Montreal Canadiens.
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NHL Rumors: Canucks, Capitals, Red Wings
August 9, 2024 by Jim Parsons
In today’s NHL rumors rundown, there is speculation about what Brock Boeser’s next contract might look like. Meanwhile, the Washington Capitals are not likely serious contenders in the Patrik Laine trade “sweepstakes”. Finally, is there any concern in Detroit that the Red Wings still haven’t signed Moritz Seider or Lucas Raymond yet?
