Around the NHL - Tues 14 Oct

Posted by admin on 14th, 2008

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Breaking News:

Rangers prospect dies during game in Russia
A Russian lawmaker said Tuesday that rising hockey star Alexei Cherepanov, a first-round draft pick of the New York Rangers, may have died due to negligence on the part of paramedics who responded to an emergency call.

Cherepanov, 19, died Monday during a Continental Hockey League game outside of Moscow.

Russian investigators said Cherepanov suffered from chronic ischemia, a medical condition in which not enough blood gets to the heart or other organs.

Read the full news article here

Injury Updates:

Predators C Arnott leaves game
Nashville Predators center Jason Arnott left in the third period of Monday’s 3-2 shootout victory over the Chicago Blackhawks with a hand injury. Arnott, who recorded a shot on goal and logged 11:31 of ice time before exiting the contest, did not return. “He jammed his hand on one of our power plays and didn’t feel he could hold the stick,” said Nashville coach Barry Trotz, who did not specify which hand was injured. “So we took him out and he will be evaluated (on Tuesday). He is day-to-day, looks like just a jam, we don’t think there is any break.” The 34-year-old has two goals and two assists in three games this season. (Yahoo! Sports)
Jack Johnson out two to three months
Los Angeles Kings defenceman Jack Johnson will miss up to three months because of a shoulder injury from Sunday’s 1-0 loss to San Jose. Johnson was hit hard late in the first period and took a single shift in the second period before leaving the game. (Yahoo! Sports)
Chuck Kobasew: Out Three Weeks
Coach Claude Julien said Kobasew (fractured right ankle) will be sidelined for three weeks, the Boston Globe reports. (Yahoo! Sports)
Ryan Whitney: Targets December Return
Whitney (foot), who expects to return to action sometime in December, hopes to begin skating in early November, according to the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review. (Yahoo! Sports)

League Updates:

Bettman on NHL: ‘We’re still in growth mode’
The NHL is “still in growth mode” despite the economic downturn, commissioner Gary Bettman said Monday, noting that ticket sales have increased this season. “We’re acutely aware of what’s going on out there, but it hasn’t yet impacted us,” Bettman said before attending Monday night’s game between the Washington Capitals and Vancouver Canucks. “I have no doubt that, over time, if it’s long enough and bad enough, it will have some impact, but based on what we’re seeing right now, our business seems to be strong.” (Yahoo! Sports)
Flyers name Barber scouting consultant
The Philadelphia Flyers on Monday welcomed a familiar face back to the franchise. The Flyers named Hall of Fame player and former coach Bill Barber as a scouting consultant. “It’s great to come back home where I belong,” said Barber, who won two Stanley Cups with the team in 1974 and 1975.. “I spent 30 memorable years with the Flyers organization and personally, everything was great. I had great experiences and a great association with the Flyers. (Yahoo! Sports)

Signings, Transactions & Acquisitions:

Flyers get D Alberts from Bruins
The Philadelphia Flyers on Monday acquired defenseman Andrew Alberts from the Boston Bruins for left wing Ned Lukacevic and a conditional pick in 2009. Alberts, 27, appeared in 35 regular season games for the Bruins last season, recording two assists and 39 penalty minutes. He was also scoreless in two playoff games for Boston. “Andrew is a big, competitive defenseman and he skates well,” general manager Paul Holmgren said. “He will bring experience and depth to our team.” (Yahoo! Sports)
Kings claim Clancy
DETROIT NEWS/MLIVE.COM: report the Los Angeles Kings have claimed defenseman Kyle Quincey off waivers from the Detroit Red Wings. (Spectors Hockey)
Flyers Acquire Alberts
Various sources report the Philadelphia Flyers have acquired defenseman Andrew Alberts from the Boston Bruins in exchange for forward Ned Lukacevic and a fourth round pick in 2009. (Spectors Hockey)
McLaren on Waivers
SAN JOSE MERCURY NEWS: David Pollak reports the Sharks placed on McLaren back on waivers, not re-entry waivers. “Even if no team claims McLaren in this 24-hour window, (Sharks GM Doug) Wilson said, the waiver process could start conversations going that reach fruition in the next two or three days” reports Pollak. (Spectors Hockey)
View more NHL and Minor League transactions at NHL.com

Trades & Rumours:

From spectorshockey.net (click to view the full report):

NEW YORK POST: Larry Brooks reports a source claims Marian Gaborik is seeking a ten-year, $100 million contract from the Minnesota Wild. “Good luck to you, young man. Enjoy your time in Russia”, write Brooks.
MINNEAPOLIS STAR-TRIBUNE: Michael Russo reports Gaborik could become “this season’s Marian Hossa”, suggesting the Wild could indeed trade the talented but injury-prone winger if they’re unable to reach an agreement on a new contract. One thing for sure: These Internet rumors that Gaborik wants to play in Edmonton are as laughable as Sean Avery jumping up and down in front of Martin Brodeur”, reports Russo.

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