A list of RFA players who could become trade bait in today’s NHL rumor mill. Possible RFA trade bait SPORTSNET: Luke Fox examined the status of the top 36 NHL restricted free agents to determine those whose stock has risen or fallen and those whose rights could be dangled as trade bait. He noted contract […]
More expansion speculation plus latest on Jagr, Emelin and more in today’s NHL rumor mill. Expansion draft could affect NHL goalie trade market. SI.com: Allan Muir speculates an possible expansion draft next June could lead to an increase in trade activity, as teams try to move unprotected players for draft picks and prospects. As teams […]
Potential offseason goalie targets for the Flames, and a suggestion of what to do if they win the draft lottery. CALGARY SUN: Eric Francis notes the Flames will need a goaltender next season, perhaps two. This season’s tandem of Jonas Hiller and Karri Ramo are pending UFAs in July and aren’t expected to be re-signed. Addressing […]
Latest speculation on Leafs goalie targets, Jared Cowen’s future and recent updates on the Red Wings and Wild. TORONTO SUN: Steve Simmons lists “Frederik Andersen of Anaheim; Jimmy Howard of Detroit; Jacob Markstrom of Vancouver” as goaltenders the Maple Leafs should consider if they’re available in the offseason. SPECTOR’S NOTE: With former Wings coach Mike Babcock […]
Top-10 “trade bait” players, an update on Eric Staal plus the latest on the Canadiens, Sharks, Ducks, Blackhawks, Sabres and Avalanche in your NHL rumor mill. Highlights from TSN’s Insiders. TSN: Bob McKenzie reports we don’t know yet what the trade market will be leading up to the Feb. 29 trade deadline. No one has […]