Waddell to Columbus, Canucks Like Necas, Plus Contract Talks
There is talk in certain markets about which pending UFAs are staying and going.
Welcome to the THW News and Rumors rundown.
The Columbus Blue Jackets are hiring Don Waddell, while his former team is making Martin Necas available for trade. What pending UFAs are looking to stay with their teams and who might be on the move?
Let’s get onto the latest news and rumors.
NHL Rumors: Canucks, Oilers, Blue Jackets, Islanders, Jets
May 25, 2024 by Jim Parsons
In today’s NHL rumors rundown, one insider notes that the Vancouver Canucks and Carolina Hurricanes had been talking about an interesting trade at this past deadline and that the Canucks are returning to those talks and are very serious about Martin Necas. Meanwhile, it appears Don Waddell is taking a job with the Columbus Blue Jackets. Is someone from Edmonton set to join him when the Oilers’ playoff run is over? The Winnipeg Jets have hired Scott Arniel as their head coach. Finally, the New York Islanders and Chicago Blackhawks completed a trade for draft picks on Friday. Are the Islanders up to something?
NHL Rumors: Hurricanes, Maple Leafs, Canucks
May 24, 2024 by Jim Parsons
In today’s NHL rumors rundown, Don Waddell has stepped down as GM of the Carolina Hurricanes. Is he retiring or is he going somewhere else? There is other news in Carolina, specifically when it comes to Jake Guentzel, Brady Skjei, and Brett Pesce. Meanwhile, both Tyler Bertuzzi and Max Domi have started contract talks with the Toronto Maple Leafs, and Nikita Zadorov comments on how much he should make as a pending UFA.
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Red Wings News & Rumors: Kane, Trade Market, Prospects & More
May 24, 2024 by Tony Wolak
The Stanley Cup playoffs are down to the final four teams, which means the Detroit Red Wings are that much closer to upgrading their roster this offseason. Yes, the 2024 NHL Draft, free agency, and trade season are right around the corner.
Maple Leafs News & Rumors: Marner, Hyman & Tavares
May 25, 2024 by The Old Prof
One of the most significant questions facing the Toronto Maple Leafs is what to do with Mitch Marner. Despite the rampant speculation about trading him, such a move seems unlikely given Marner’s no-movement clause and the team’s investment in him. Marner staying put makes the most logical sense, but his future with the team remains to be determined.
Blue Jackets News & Rumors: Waddell, Monsters & More
May 24, 2024 by Mark Scheig
It has been over three months and counting since the Columbus Blue Jackets moved on from general manager Jarmo Kekalainen. We may finally have some significant development in finding Kekalainen’s replacement.