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Report: Sharks’ Donskoi will meet with other teams in free agency
Forward Joonas Donskoi's camp informed the San Jose Sharks that they will meet with other teams once the unrestricted free-agent speaking period begins on June 23, according to TSN's Pierre LeBrun.
While the 27-year-old will explore his options for a deal elsewhere, he's not closing the door on the Sharks, LeBrun added.
Donskoi enjoyed a productive rookie campaign in 2015-16, producing 11 goals and 36 points, but hasn't shown much growth since. The Finnish winger recorded 37 points in 80 games this past season while logging a career-low 13:25 of ice time per game.
The Sharks have a long list of forwards in need of new contracts, including restricted free agents Timo Meier and Kevin Labanc. Captain Joe Pavelski and veteran Joe Thornton are also set to become unrestricted free agents. Under the estimated $83-million salary cap, the club has a projected $15.34 million to work with.
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Notable Trades Leading Up To the 2019 NHL Draft
Report: Maple Leafs’ Marner not interested in max-term deal
Toronto Maple Leafs restricted free-agent forward Mitch Marner is not interested in signing for the maximum term on his next contract, TSN's Darren Dreger reports.
Marner remains committed to exploring his options with other teams if there is no agreement with Toronto, Dreger adds.
Since he is already a Leafs player, Marner would be eligible to re-sign for a maximum of eight years on his next deal, as opposed to the seven-year max if he signed with a new team.
Marner enjoyed a career year last season, leading the Maple Leafs with 94 points in 82 games.
More to come.
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Report: Predators, Blackhawks have shown interest in Perry
There has been mutual interest shown between the Nashville Predators and free-agent forward Corey Perry, according to sources of The Athletic's Pierre LeBrun.
The Chicago Blackhawks have also shown interest in the 34-year-old, another source told LeBrun.
Perry is not the top-tier scorer that he used to be, but he's still capable of producing when healthy. The veteran winger tallied 19 and 17 goals during the 2016-17 and 2017-18 seasons, respectively, as a member of the Anaheim Ducks.
The Predators scored the third-fewest goals among all playoff teams this past season and could benefit from the offensive upside that Perry supplies on the wing. The 2011 Hart Trophy winner could also provide the Predators with another option for a dismal power-play unit that ranked last in the NHL a season ago.
Scoring isn't the Blackhawks' problem these days, but with $16.2 million in projected cap space, adding another offensive threat to a skilled forward group could be something they consider.
Perry was bought out by the Ducks on Wednesday after spending the first 14 years of his career with the team. In a franchise-record 988 career games, Perry recorded 372 goals and 776 points.
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NHL Rumor Mill (Part Two) – June 21, 2019
Comprehensive guide to the 2019 NHL Draft
When
- Friday, June 21, 8 p.m. ET (Round 1)
- Saturday, June 22, 1 p.m. ET (Rounds 2-7)
Where
- Rogers Arena, Vancouver, British Columbia
How to watch
United States
| Date | Channel | Round |
|---|---|---|
| June 21 | NBCSN | 1 |
| June 22 | NHL Network | 2-7 |
Canada
| Date | Channel | Round |
|---|---|---|
| June 21 | Sportsnet | 1 |
| June 22 | Sportsnet | 2-7 |
Draft order (Round 1)
| Pick | Team |
|---|---|
| 1 | Devils |
| 2 | Rangers |
| 3 | Blackhawks |
| 4 | Avalanche (from Senators) |
| 5 | Kings |
| 6 | Red Wings |
| 7 | Sabres |
| 8 | Oilers |
| 9 | Ducks |
| 10 | Canucks |
| 11 | Flyers |
| 12 | Wild |
| 13 | Panthers |
| 14 | Coyotes |
| 15 | Canadiens |
| 16 | Avalanche |
| 17 | Golden Knights |
| 18 | Stars |
| 19 | Senators (from Blue Jackets) |
| 20 | Jets (from Rangers) |
| 21 | Penguins |
| 22 | Kings (from Maple Leafs) |
| 23 | Islanders |
| 24 | Predators |
| 25 | Capitals |
| 26 | Flames |
| 27 | Lightning |
| 28 | Hurricanes |
| 29 | Ducks (from Sharks) |
| 30 | Bruins |
| 31 | Sabres (from Blues) |
Player profiles
- Philip Broberg was no child prodigy. Now he's a top talent in the 2019 draft
- 1st round? 2nd? Either way, Spencer Knight will write his own story
- Boom, bust, or Vanek: Why Arthur Kaliyev's a wild-card prospect
- Vasili Podkolzin is relentless. Are teams too timid to draft him in the top 10?
- Backyard roller rink started California's Cam York on quirky path to draft
More draft content
- Final NHL Mock Draft: Byram, Cozens move up while Broberg falls to Habs
- NHL Combine Takeaways: Draft really starts with Kings, and more
- Construction Season: Retooling the NHL's Metropolitan Division team
- Construction Season: Retooling the NHL's Central Division team
- Construction Season: Retooling the NHL's Pacific Division team
- Construction Season: Retooling the NHL's Atlantic Division teams
Top prospects
Jack Hughes - Center, U.S. National Under-18 team
Hughes has elite short-area quickness, hands softer than butter, and a sky-high hockey IQ. He'll be a dynamic, playmaking offensive threat the minute he steps on the ice for his first NHL game, and has the potential to become a franchise player. Don't be fooled by his small stature.
Kaapo Kakko - Right Wing, TPS Liiga (Finland)
With such an impressive resume, Kakko predictably enters the draft as the top-ranked European skater, and he's expected to make the jump to the NHL immediately. Kakko is naturally gifted offensively, possesses a hard and accurate shot, and has showcased plenty of creativity to manufacture plays for his linemates.
Bowen Byram - Defenseman, Vancouver Giants
Byram is the consensus best defensive prospect in the draft and is projected by many to be a top-five pick. The blue-liner racked up more than a point per game in the regular season and led the WHL with 26 points in 22 playoff contests during his second full season with the Giants.
Kirby Dach - Center, Saskatoon Blades
Dach enters the draft as the third-ranked North American skater, and he has all the tools to become a prominent NHL center. He likely won't jump straight to the big leagues out of junior, but Dach immediately upgrades any team's prospect pool.
Alex Turcotte - Center, U.S. National Under 18 team
Turcotte is the fourth-ranked North American skater in the draft and projected to be taken in the top 10. The tenacious, two-way center plays the game at a high speed and possesses a strong hockey IQ. His elite skill set combined with a tireless work ethic and competitive edge help separate him from the pack.
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NHL Rumor Mill (Part One) – June 21, 2019
NHL Morning Coffee Headlines – June 21, 2019
Report: Penguins listening to offers for Letang
The Pittsburgh Penguins are listening to trade offers for defenseman Kris Letang, sources told The Athletic's Rob Rossi.
Pittsburgh has told interested teams that any potential deal would need to involve a package including an "impact player on a controllable contract and/or a projected future salary-cap hit that was reasonable," Rossi adds.
Penguins general manager Jim Rutherford has already been active in trade talks since his club's playoff run ended in a first-round sweep. A deal that would have sent Phil Kessel to the Minnesota Wild was reportedly nixed by the veteran winger, and Rutherford went on to say he no longer expects to trade the sniper.
Letang continues to be a top defenseman when healthy and has spent his entire 13-year career in Pittsburgh. He notched 16 goals and 40 assists while averaging nearly 26 minutes per contest in 65 games last season.
The 32-year-old has three seasons remaining on his current contract, which carries a $7.25-million cap hit and an 18-team list of destinations he'd accept a trade to.
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