Senators’ D.J. Smith Remains on Hot Seat & Trade Options for Flyers’ Sean Walker
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Today’s edition covers the latest on Senators head coach D.J. Smith, trade options for the Flyers with defenseman Sean Walker, and updates out of Edmonton, Toronto, New York, and Boston.
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NHL Rumors: Red Wings, Oilers, Senators, Flyers
December 4, 2023 by Jim Parsons
In today’s NHL rumors rundown, did the Detroit Red Wings and Patrick Kane talk about a trade this season if the Red Wings don’t make the playoffs?
Meanwhile, do the players on the Edmonton Oilers roster like the idea of Elvis Merzlikins joining the team? Could D.J. Smith be let go by the Ottawa Senators? Finally, where is Sean Walker of the Philadelphia Flyers most likely to be traded to?
Oilers News & Rumors: Campbell, Woodcroft, Perry, McDavid
December 4, 2023 by Jim Parsons
In an Edmonton Oilers news and rumors update, Connor McDavid was inducted into Canada’s Walk of Fame. Meanwhile, goaltender Jack Campbell might be recalled by the Oilers this week amidst some up-and-down performances.
Are the Oilers interested in Corey Perry if he sorts out all of his issues? Finally, could Jay Woodcroft be on the radar of the Ottawa Senators?
Maple Leafs News & Rumors: Robertson, Gregor, Benoit & Matthews
December 4, 2023 by The Old Prof
In this edition of Toronto Maple Leafs News & Rumors, I’ll take a look at some of the highlights from head coach Sheldon Keefe’s post-practice media briefing on Sunday. During the media scrum, Keefe answered questions about Timothy Liljegren’s progress, the stellar performance of the third line, Tyler Bertuzzi’s recent form, the play of the fill-in defensemen, and the evolving role of Noah Gregor. He also spoke about the play of Auston Matthews.
Rangers News & Rumors: Panarin, Cuylle, Brodzinski & Zibanejad
December 4, 2023 by Michael DeRosa
In this latest edition of New York Rangers News & Rumors, superstar forward Artemi Panarin is continuing to stay hot. In other news, after a strong performance against the San Jose Sharks, rookie forward Will Cuylle received praise from head coach Peter Laviolette.
Meanwhile, Jonny Brodzinski is making the most of his recent NHL call-up and has been a real force for the Rangers. Lastly, after a cold start to the season, Mika Zibanejad appears to be turning things around.
Bruins News & Rumors: Marchand, Pastrnak, Shattenkirk & More
December 3, 2023 by Michael DeRosa
In this latest edition of Boston Bruins News & Rumors, Bruins captain Brad Marchand broke his five-game pointless streak in the best way possible against the Toronto Maple Leafs.
In other news, superstar winger David Pastrnak had a great performance against Toronto and received big praise from head coach Jim Montgomery. Meanwhile, defenseman Kevin Shattenkirk broke the ice with his first goal of the season. Lastly, how will Johnny Beecher respond to his somewhat surprising healthy scratch?