Posted by admin on 4th, 2008
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Avery Alert: With so much news surrounding the Sean Avery situation, our new section “Avery Alert” will bring you all the news comments you need in one handy location. Don’t worry though, this section will only last a short time and will stop once we all get sick off hearing about Avery.
- Avery to meet with Bettman and the NHL Thursday.
The date of the hearing has been set; this Thursday. Avery will travel to New York to face the NHL. Stars co-GM Brett Hull is said to be traveling with Avery. (The Full Story on TSN)
- No Way Out For Avery
Ross McKeon of Yahoo! Sports breaks down the Avery situation and explains that there may be no way for Avery to come out of this in a good position. (The Full Story on Yahoo)
- Avery Apologises to NHL, Team, Ex’s
Avery’s publicist wasted no time in drafting a well written apology. (The Full Story on Yahoo)
- NHL Suspends Avery Indefinitely
After making the “sloppy seconds” comment, the NHL quickly jumped in and indefinitely suspended the agitator. (The Full Story on TSN)
News
- Fan injured in fall at Senators game
A male fan was injured at Scotiabank Place on Wednesday during the Ottawa Senators’ 5-1 victory over the Atlanta Thrashers after falling from the top level of the arena. The man, who Senators president Roy Mlakar stated was not inebriated, originally fell over in row D of the 300 level. He then plummeted into row D of the 200 level, falling on a woman who also sustained injuries. Mlakar believes the man was not seriously hurt. (The Full Story on Yahoo)
- Canes Sack Peter Laviolette
Carolina fired Peter Laviolette on Wednesday. The Hurricanes brought back Paul Maurice to take over as coach, and moved assistant general manager Ron Francis behind the bench as Maurice’s associate coach. Laviolette led the team to the 2006 Stanley Cup title. He’s the career victory leader among U.S.-born coaches.
Trades & Transactions:
- Anaheim acquired defenseman Logan Stephenson from Phoenix on Wednesday for left wing Joakim Lindstrom. Stephenson will report to Iowa of the AHL.
Injuries:
- Brian Rolston (NJ Devils) - Expected back thursday.
- Joe Sakic (C - Avalanche) Expected to miss 6 weeks.
- Marian Gaborik (Wild) Not yet ready to return.
Rumours & Gossip:
- What to do with Avery?
Rumours are ripe that Avery has played his last game in a Stars jersey. If that’s the case, there are a few options the team has, which include: Demoting him to the minors, buying out his contract, looking for a trade, or going through legal channals to void his contract. Either way, if it’s true that Avery is on the out, this could mean a very positive thing for the team.
- Havlat on the block?
After recent changes which ended up with Martin Havlat being demoted to the teams 3rd line, speculation suggests the Hawks could be looking to move him at some stage.
Scores:
- Pittsburgh Penguins 2 - 3 NY Rangers (Shootout)
- Atlanta Thrashers 1 - 5 Ottawa Senators
- St Louis Blues 0 - 4 Minnesota Wild
- Anaheim Ducks 2 - 4 Chicago Blackhawks
- Dallas Stars 2 - Edmonton Oilers 5
Source: NHL.com, Yahoo! Sports, TSN
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Posted by admin on 14th, 2008
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.
Game Results:
| St. Louis vs Toronto |
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| St. Louis |
5 |
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| Toronto |
4 |
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| Buffalo vs NY Islanders |
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| Buffalo |
7 |
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| NY Islanders |
1 |
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| Detroit vs Carolina |
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| Detroit |
3 |
Final |
| Carolina |
1 |
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| Montreal vs Philadelphia |
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| Montreal |
5 |
Final |
| Philadelphia |
3 |
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| New Jersey vs NY Rangers |
| New Jersey |
1 |
Final |
| NY Rangers |
4 |
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| Vancouver vs Washington |
| Vancouver |
1 |
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| Washington |
5 |
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| Nashville vs Chicago |
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| Nashville |
3 |
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| Chicago |
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Source: Yahoo! Sports | TSN.ca | ESPN | NHL.com
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Posted by admin on 29th, 2008
Player Updates:
- D Liles takes stick to eye
Liles had to leave Saturday’s exhibition game against Los Angeles after taking a stick below the eye, the Denver Post reports. (read more)
- Jason Blake leaves game with foot injury
Blake left Saturday’s game against Buffalo late in the third period with a foot injury.(read more)
- DiPietro to be re-evaluated early next week
DiPietro (hip/knee) is slated for re-evaluation in the early part of next week, according to the Islanders’ Blog by Newsday. (read more)
NHL Updates:
- Penguins land in Sweden
The Pittsburgh Penguins arrived in Sweden after an eight-hour flight from the United States, then hit the practice rink a few hours later Sunday. “It wasn’t too bad,” captain Sidney Crosby said after the workout. “A lot of us have been through similar situations before. You usually don’t expect the sharpest practice, but these guys out there were awake and getting adjusted.” (read more)
Signings & Acquisitions:
- Ducks re-sign Teemu Selanne
The Anaheim Ducks re-signed right wing Teemu Selanne on Sunday, bringing back the club’s all-time leading scorer for his 16th NHL season. The team did not officially disclose terms of the contract, but the Los Angeles Times reported that the deal is worth $5.25 million over two years. (read more)
Trades & Rumours:
From Spectorshockey.net:
- Bruins GM Peter Chiarelli “has made it no secret he’d like to acquire another veteran defenseman via trade”. Harris reports of “whispers” Chiarelli might be interested in a major deal for a number one defenseman, although such a move could cost him one or more of their top forwards, although they do have depth and “substantial upside” with several promising young players up front.
- Jean Lefebvre reports that when Flames blueliner Adrian Aucoin looks around the dressing room and sees ” eight one-way contracts worth a total of $25 million, he realizes something has to give.” Aucoin admits he’s heard the trade rumors about himself but finds them enjoyable.
- Colorado Avalanche captain Joe Sakic dismisses talk that this season could be his last.”Who said this is my last year? I won’t evaluate until the season is over”, said Sakic.
- Petr Nedved admits his NHL career is likely over after being cut by the NY Rangers this past week. He has a contract to play for his hometown team in the Czech Extraliga.
- Ottawa Senators have signed defenseman Luke Richardson to a one-year, two-way contract.
Game Results:
(Results data courtesy of yahoo! sports)
Source: Yahoo! Sports | TSN.ca | ESPN | NHL.com
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Posted by admin on 28th, 2008
Signings & Acquisitions:
- Senators re-sign Richardson
Attending the Ottawa Senators’ training camp on a tryout basis, Richardson on Saturday signed a one-year, two-way contract with the team. Financial terms were not disclosed. (read more)
Trades & Rumors:
Visit Spectorshockey.net for the latest trade rumors.
Game Results:
(Results data courtesy of yahoo! sports)
Source: Yahoo! Sports | TSN.ca | ESPN | NHL.com
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Posted by admin on 28th, 2008
The answer to whether Joe Sakic would return for another season has finally been answered. The 39-year old captain of the Colorado Avalanche will be returning for another season, his 20th in a long and successful NHL career.
Sakic signed a 1-year $6 Million dollar contract with the Avalanche on Wednesday, ensuring hockey fans will get to see the captain put on the blue and maroon sweater in the 2008-2009 NHL season.
“Ultimately it came down to the fact that I still enjoy playing and competing,” the 39-year-old captain said in a statement released by the team. “I’m comfortable with my conditioning and my overall health. I’m ready for the start of camp and am looking forward to the upcoming season.”
- Yahoo! Sports
Sakic has had a successful NHL career, putting together 623 Goals, 1006 Assists for 1629 Points in 1363 games, almost 1.2 points per game.
Coming off a low season where he only dressed for 44 games (13G 27A) due to a sports hernia, Sakic will be hoping to again set himself on pace for a point a game and attempt to lead his team deep into the playoffs.
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Posted by admin on 12th, 2008
Reproduced article from Yahoo! Sports.
LOS ANGELES (AP)—The Los Angeles Kings agreed to terms on a three-year, entry-level contract with defenseman Drew Doughty, the second overall pick in the 2008 draft.
The 18-year-old Doughty had 13 goals and 37 assists in 58 regular-season games for Guelph of the Ontario Hockey League last season. The 6-foot, 219-pounder had three goals and six assists in 10 playoff games.
Doughty was one of four draft-eligible players to help Team Canada win a gold medal at the world junior championships this year. He was chosen as the top defenseman of the tournament after recording four assists in seven games.
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Posted by admin on 11th, 2008
The New York Islanders coaching saga might be finally coming to an end. Isles GM Garth Snow has narrowed the field down to just 3 candidates.
After a painstaking interview process in which he spoke with eight known candidates and contacted a few others, an NHL source indicated Snow has narrowed his list to three finalists. Former Atlanta coach Bob Hartley, former Toronto coach Paul Maurice and current AHL Providence coach Scott Gordon still are in the running, and Snow is expected to name one as the Isles’ next coach early this week.
- Newsday.com
Recently ruled out of the running were former Tampa Bay coach John Tortorella and former Colorado Avalanche coach Joel Quenneville, both of whom were originally favored to be very good chances at the job.
After last seasons conflicts between Garth Snow and coach Ted Nolan, Snow is taking his time to ensure the new head coach of the Islanders works well within the teams front office system.
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Posted by admin on 30th, 2008
It comes as no surprise to hockey fans the world over, but Steve Stamkos has a date with the NHL, and today he got it confirmed by way of a three-year entry level contract worth $2.625 million, and up to $11.1 million in incentives.
“I think sticking in the NHL is obviously the biggest goal of mine right now. It’s one thing to go to training camp and get a sniff at the NHL, but it’s one thing to stay for the full season,” Stamkos said during a conference call from Victoria, British Columbia, where the Lightning are holding a prospect camp.
- Yahoo! Sports
Stamkos is rumored to be starting as the Lightning’s 2nd line center, where he could be the setup guy for a number of wingers, including Jussi Jokinen, Ryan Malone, Mark Recchi or Gary Roberts.
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Posted by admin on 5th, 2008
Thursday, July 3
| TIME (ET) |
TRANSACTION |
| 10:41PM |
Phoenix Coyotes sign RFA forward Brian McGrattan to a one-year contract. |
| 7:20PM |
Phoenix Coyotes sign RFA defenceman Matt Jones to a two-year contract. |
| 6:59PM |
St. Louis Blues re-sign forward Yan Stastny to a two-year contract. |
| 6:47PM |
Minnesota Wild sign UFA forward Antti Miettinen to a three-year contract. |
| 5:57PM |
San Jose Sharks sign UFA defenceman Rob Blake to a one-year, $5 million contract. |
| 4:29PM |
New York Rangers sign UFA forward Markus Naslund to a two-year, $8 million contract and UFA defenceman Dmitri Kalinin to a one-year contract. |
| 3:52PM |
Colorado Avalanche sign UFA defenceman Daniel Tjarnqvist to a one-year contract. |
| 3:37PM |
Montreal Canadiens sign UFA forward Georges Laraque to a three-year, $4.5 million contract. |
| 2:28PM |
Phoenix Coyotes sign UFA defencemen David Hale (2-year, $1.4-million). |
| 1:57PM |
Pittsburgh Penguins sign UFA forward Ruslan Fedotenko (1-year, $2.5 million). |
| 1:57PM |
Pittsburgh Penguins sign UFA forward Miroslav Satan (1-year, $3.5 million). |
| 11:00AM |
Washington Capitals sign UFA forward Keith Aucoin to a two-year contract. |
Source: TSN.CA
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Posted by admin on 27th, 2008
The Anaheim Ducks gave all-star defenseman Scott Niedermayer and forward Teemu Selanne a late June deadline to decide if they’re going to return to the team for another season. There is yet to be word from Teemu, but Niedermayer answered the call today, announcing that yes, he would be back to finish his contract next season.
“I guess after a shorter year and shorter playoff run I definitely feel physically and mentally ready to go,” Niedermayer said. “I’m happy to have a decision made and to be moving forward.”
- Yahoo! Sports
Niedermayer has been an impact player for the Ducks since joining the team 3 years ago, and hopes to help the team again this coming season.
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