Simmonds Retiring, Johansen Injured, Kings and Devils Goalie Shopping
Plus, updates out of Edmonton where Vincent Desharnais says he's good to go
Welcome to the THW News and Rumors rundown.
The Philadelphia Flyers were front and center on Monday as they announced that Wayne Simmonds signed a one-day deal to retire as a member of the team, but also, the Flyers learned that they’ve hit a snag with Ryan Johansen’s future. Meanwhile, are the New Jersey Devils and Los Angeles Kings about to fight this off-season for the same goalie?
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Let’s get onto the latest news and rumors.
4 Almost-Deadline Trades That Could Be Revisited This Summer
March 16, 2024 by Jim Parsons (Premium THW Substack Content)
What deals didn't happen that could happen in the offseason?
There was plenty of action at this season’s NHL Trade Deadline, but there were also deals that fell apart. Some teams were looking to make moves that ultimately didn’t pan out and these teams may revisit trade talks in the offseason. While the deadline has come and gone, just because deals didn’t happen a couple of weeks ago, it doesn’t mean they never will.
NHL Rumors: Flyers, Canadiens, Kings, Devils
March 18, 2024 by Jim Parsons
In today’s NHL rumors rundown, there is news out of Philadelphia as Wayne Simmonds has signed a one-day deal to officially retire and Ryan Johansen’s injury means the team can’t assign him to the AHL. How active did the Los Angeles Kings try to be at the trade deadline? Will they try for Jusse Saros out of Nashville and will they have competition from the New Jersey Devils in an attempt to acquire the netminder?
Oilers News & Rumors: Desharnais, Ungar, Campbell, Bouchard
March 18, 2024 by Jim Parsons
In an Edmonton Oilers news and rumors update, there is news as it pertains to Vincent Desharnais’ injury situation. Meanwhile, the Oilers have signed Connor Ungar to an entry-level deal. How is Jack Campbell doing in the AHL? Finally, are fans being unfair to Evan Bouchard after an unfortunate overtime goal that cost them a win against the Colorado Avalanche?