Portzline notes that though the sides have agreed to terms, no deal has been officially signed.
Anderson, a restricted free agent, failed to report to Blue Jackets training camp and hasn't played in any preseason games. Last week, he requested a trade out of Columbus.
Anderson, 23, finished with 17 goals and 12 assists in 78 games while averaging just over 12 minutes per game a year ago. His 1.07 goals per 60 minutes at five-on-five was the best on the Blue Jackets, and
Jaromir Jagr will be back in the NHL this season, but at 45 years old, he's well aware of the circumstances of the team he's joining.
On Monday, the veteran agreed to a one-year contract with the Calgary Flames. At his age and with the Flames' depth, chances are Jagr will feature prominently on the third or fourth line, but to the NHL's second-leading scorer of all time, that's just fine.
"I'm not against it," Jagr said, according to NHL.com. "I can play against third or fourth lines of the opposing teams in that case. Let's see how it's gonna fit me and what I can do there."
While much of the hockey community appears to be enthusiastic about his return, Jagr admits that, in the end, the number of opportunities for him to make a return was few and far between.
"One thing is there were not many options (in the NHL)," Jagr said. "The offers have been much alike. But the factor for me was also that Calgary had been in play since the beginning; not very intense, but there have been some talks all the time. Then (the) St. Louis (Blues) experienced some unpleasant things, many injuries. But those players will come back during the season. I would be kind of a supplement there. (In Calgary) I can still take it as some real chance."
Jagr confirmed he won't be in the lineup for the Calgary's season opener on Wednesday against the Edmonton Oilers, meaning Saturday's home opener against the Winnipeg Jets could mark his Flames debut.
If Flames head coach Glen Gulutzan opts to put the 45-year-old Jagr alongside his two best forwards, it could pay massive dividends.
Monahan and Gaudreau have been very productive over the last three seasons, despite posting pedestrian possession numbers. Here is a look at their Corsi For percentages by season since 2014-15, according to Hockey Reference (all at five-on-five).
Year
Monahan CF%
Gaudreau CF%
2014-15
46.1
47.3
2015-16
49.3
50.5
2016-17
50.3
51.8
Though Jagr doesn't move like he used to, his ability to possess the puck still might be second-to-none in the entire NHL. He uses an exceptionally long stick, has great puck control, and is able to use his big rear end to shield off defenders. Here is a look at his Corsi For percentages since returning to the NHL in 2011-12 after a three-year stint in the KHL.
Year
Team
CF%
2011-12
PHI
54.3
2012-13
DAL/BOS
53.5
2013-14
NJ
58.7
2014-15
NJ/FLA
52.3
2015-16
FLA
51.2
2016-17
FLA
55.4
As you can see, Jagr has been a mark of consistency when it comes to puck possession, even in his old age. If he's on a line with Monahan and Gaudreau, their possession numbers should sky-rocket. More time with the puck will lead to more scoring chances.
This proved to be evident when Jagr played alongside Barkov and Huberdeau in Florida. Though Barkov and Huberdeau both missed significant time due to injury last season, the trio was very effective when they were all on the ice together.
Among lines that played at least 200 minutes together at five-on-five, Florida's trio of Jagr, Barkov, and Huberdeau ranked 13th in CF% and 24th in Goals For percentage, according to Corsica.
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Oddly enough, centers Barkov and Monahan have plenty in common. They were chosen just four picks apart in the 2013 draft, both stand at 6-foot-3, shoot left, and play very similar games. Gaudreau and Huberdeau don't have as much in common, but they're both highly skilled left-handed shots with soft hands and great vision.
Even though Jagr missed all of training camp and preseason, it's conceivable that he could jump onto a line with Monahan and Gaudreau and find instant chemistry. After all, he's one of the smartest players of all time and shouldn't be difficult for any intelligent player with skill to gel with.
Yet, perhaps more importantly than any sort of offensive skill or ability Jagr possesses, it's his leadership qualities that could truly help Monahan, Gaudreau, or any other Flames player take the next step in their careers.
Jagr may not be the "stand up and give the team a pep talk" type of leader anymore, but he leads by example. When players see how Jagr trains in the gym, they'll take notice. When they see him stay late after practice, or hear about how he came to rink at 3 a.m. the night before to skate around with weights on his skates and stick, they'll understand why he's still an effective player at 45.
A 50-point season out of Jagr is still very likely, and with a base salary of $1 million, that would be a steal. The progress of Monahan, Gaudreau, and the rest of the team because of Jagr's presence will just be the cherry on top.
The Pittsburgh Penguins unveiled the rings that each player, coach, and staff member of the 2017 Stanley Cup-winning team received for their efforts, and it is something.
The rings - made by Jostens - each feature 392 round diamonds, a .75 carat pear-shaped diamond, and a .925 tapered baguette-shaped diamond.
It includes features such as a "5" in the Penguin's eye for the number of Stanley Cups the club has won in it's existence.
The left side of the ring includes each player's name with the words "BACK 2 BACK". The right side features the year "2017" and five Stanley Cups with the years of each of their Cup wins. Finally, the inside of the ring features the team's motto "PLAY THE RIGHT WAY" and the records of each of the team's playoff series.
There's good news for Penguins fans as well. For a limited time, Jostens is offering personalized Penguins jewelry, including a replica of the Cup ring that can feature your name and a smaller amount of diamonds for just $6,500.
The Pittsburgh Penguins unveiled the rings that each player, coach, and staff member of the 2017 Stanley Cup-winning team received for their efforts, and it is something.
The rings - made by Jostens - each feature 392 round diamonds, a .75 carat pear-shaped diamond, and a .925 tapered baguette-shaped diamond.
It includes features such as a "5" in the Penguin's eye for the number of Stanley Cups the club has won in it's existence.
The left side of the ring includes each player's name with the words "BACK 2 BACK". The right side features the year "2017" and five Stanley Cups with the years of each of their Cup wins. Finally, the inside of the ring features the team's motto "PLAY THE RIGHT WAY" and the records of each of the team's playoff series.
There's good news for Penguins fans as well. For a limited time, Jostens is offering personalized Penguins jewelry, including a replica of the Cup ring that can feature your name and a smaller amount of diamonds for just $6,500.
The team is currently trying to sort out issues with immigration and Jagr is not expected to arrive in Calgary until Wednesday, with an official announcement on the deal potentially being delayed, according to The Athletic's Pierre LeBrun.
The upside is that it gives the Flames some time to make final roster decisions by Tuesday deadline before they officially add Jagr to it
On Monday it was reported that Jagr has signed a one-year deal with the Flames that will pay him $1 million in base salary with another potential $1 million in bonuses.
If Jagr's arrival is delayed until Wednesday, there is a good chance he misses the Flames' opening game against the Edmonton Oilers that night.
Gandhi, Sting, Kelly Ripa, and Phil Kessel. What do those four have in common? All were born Oct. 2.
While all important figures, only Kessel has blessed the hockey world with amazing moments on and off the ice. Sit back and relive the five best "Phil being Phil" moments of Kessel's career.
Kessel trolls Team USA with outstanding subtweet
Since 2008-09, Kessel ranks second in points by American-born players with 583, trailing Patrick Kane. However, Kessel was left off USA's 2016 World Cup of Hockey roster in favor of players such as Justin Abdelkader, David Backes, and Brandon Dubinsky.
The night the Americans were eliminated from group play, Kessel dropped an absolute bomb for his third tweet of 2016:
Just sitting around the house tonight w my dog. Felt like I should be doing something important, but couldn't put my finger on it.
Unfortunately, it's only a pipe dream as to what the United States would be like with Kessel running the show.
Kessel shows personal side on HBO's '24/7'
Long before Kessel was a world-class troll or a two-time Stanley Cup champion, he was just a really good hockey player who wouldn't open up much to the media. This made sense, given that the Toronto media can be very unforgiving.
However, when HBO decided to feature Toronto and Detroit on HBO's "24/7: Road to the NHL Winter Classic" in 2013-14, Kessel's true personality was on full display:
The move comes after the 39-year-old failed his training-camp physical due to an upper-body injury. He may still be feeling the effects of an injury suffered after being punched in the face by Anaheim Ducks forward Nick Ritchie in April.
Subsequently, Rozsival suffered facial fractures and Ritchie was suspended two games.
With Rozsival on LTIR, the Blackhawks' roster sits at 27 with 16 forwards, eight defensemen, and three goalies. The roster must be cut down to 23 by 5 p.m. ET on Tuesday.
The team stated "additional fundraising, events, in-arena recognition, player involvement, and awareness initiatives" which will be announced in the future.
The Golden Knights also tweeted Monday that their previously scheduled Fan Fest - set to take place Tuesday - has been cancelled.
The shooting left 58 people dead and another 515 injured.
"All Vegas Golden Knights players and Vegas Golden Knights staff are accounted for and safe," the team stated. "However, we know that this is not the case for many other organizations in our city. Our hearts are with those affected and we will be doing what we can to support the victims, their families, and those grieving."
