Rangers on a treadmill
Making the Stanley Cup Playoffs for three consecutive years and winning a first-round series in two of them is a big jump for a team that had missed the postseason seven years running.
Archive for June, 2008
Panthers buy out Jozef Stumpel for $1.5 million
The Panthers cut ties with veteran center Jozef Stumpel on Friday by buying out the remaining year on his contract.
Isles don’t expect a dip into free-agent pool
If the desire to spend money were all it takes to build a successful team through free agency, Islanders general manager Garth Snow has the resources to do that.
Isles don’t expect a dip into free-agent pool
If the desire to spend money were all it takes to build a successful team through free agency, Islanders general manager Garth Snow has the resources to do that.
Dallas Stars can wish, but it’s with limited budget
The Stars have made some difficult roster decisions, have had some made for them and have some left to be made.
NHL: Bertuzzi becomes unrestricted free agent
Todd Bertuzzi has cleared unconditional waivers, opening the door to unrestricted free agency on July 1 for the Sudbury, Ont.
Talks continuing with Theodore
By Rick Sadowski , Rocky Mountain News The Avalanche confirmed Wednesday that contract talks are continuing with goalie Jose Theodore and that it has given qualifying offers to four restricted free agents who …
Leafs need a goalie
Cliff Fletcher is now in the market for a backup goalie who won’t break the bank.
Trio’s future cloudy after clearing waivers
Rhett Warrener, Marcus Nilson and Anders Eriksson all went unclaimed through waivers, but Calgary Flames general manger Darryl Sutter said the team still hasn’t decided what to do with the trio, and that …
Bertuzzi, Raycroft, Stumpel become latest NHLers scheduled for a buyout
THE CANADIAN PRESS Todd Bertuzzi is looking for yet another new home. His tenure in Anaheim is over after just one season as the Ducks placed Bertuzzi on unconditional waivers Friday and will buy out the final …
Bertuzzi, Raycroft, Stumpel become latest NHLers scheduled for a buyout
THE CANADIAN PRESS Todd Bertuzzi is looking for yet another new home. His tenure in Anaheim is over after just one season as the Ducks placed Bertuzzi on unconditional waivers Friday and will buy out the final …
Sundin waffling
Mats Sundin appears to be taking his decision about playing next season down to the wire - the July 1 deadline for NHL contracts to expire.
Coyotes’ Center Jokinen Ripped by Former Team
Vince Marotta over at AZ Sports Hub blogs today on a report in the Miami Herald of a letter going out to Florida Panther season ticket holders that asserts former Panther and current Coyoter center Olli Jokinen …
Attitude And Drive Make Puhalski a …..
When Greg Puhalski signed a two-year deal to coach the Wheeling Nailers on Wednesday he immediately announced he and wife, Ali, would be making a permanent residence in the Ohio Valley.
Four U-M recruits taken in NHL draft’s second day
When the NHL Entry Draft resumed Saturday, it wasn’t long before the two future University of Michigan players in attendance got to try on new jerseys.
The right deal can make a team
Between now and the July 1 free-agent deadline, there will be jittery nerves in the executive offices of the 30 NHL clubs, anticipation from players wondering where the market will set in for their talent …
Lots of money available for free agents
At home in Prince Edward Island, Canada, he’s known as Lyle Richardson . But around these parts, he’s known as Spector, FOXSports.com’s Prince of Pucks.
NHL draft: L.A. takes SCSU’s Roe in 7th round
Garrett Roe, who will be a sophomore this fall at St. Cloud State, was the only player with ties to the Huskies who was selected in this year’s NHL draft on Saturday.
Atlanta takes defenseman Bogosian No. 3 overall
The Atlanta Thrashers chose defenseman Zach Bogosian with the No. 3 overall pick in the NHL draft on Friday night.
Panthers buy out LW Stumpel
The Florida Panthers announced Friday that they have bought out the remaining one year on the contract of left wing Jozef Stumpel.
Philadelphia Flyers sign centre Jeff Carter to multi-year deal
The Philadelphia Flyers and Jeff Carter agreed to a multi-year contract Friday, only days before the centre was set to become a restricted free agent.
Hawks star returning for training session
Duncan Keith and the talented young Chicago Blackhawks are taking the Windy City by storm.
Calgary Flames sign four
The Flames got the jump on the July 1 free-agency period Friday by announcing the signing of four players.
Bettman blindsided by backdoor dealings
As he addressed the league’s board of governors in New York, Gary Bettman admitted he had no clue that two of his closest NHL confidants - ” L.A.’s Philip Anschutz and Minnesota’s Craig Leipold - ” had lent San …
Ducks to cut Bertuzzi loose
“Todd Bertuzzi’s tenure with the Anaheim Ducks appears to be over. The NHL team has placed the rugged winger on unconditional waivers and intends to buy out the final year of his contract.
Dallas Stars sign Loui Eriksson to 2-year deal
The Dallas Stars signed forward Loui Eriksson on Friday to a two-year contract extension worth $3.2 million.
Rating the draft
First choice : Greg Nemisz, 25th overall, centre, 6 feet 3 inches, 197 pounds, Windsor Spitfires .
Islanders place Bates on waivers
UNIONDALE, N.Y.The New York Islanders have placed forward Shawn Bates on waivers and plan to buy out the final year of his contract.
Melrose leaves booth to become Lightning coach
When the Tampa Bay Lightning called, Barry Melrose was eager to listen. Out of coaching for 13 years, he missed the passion and competition of the NHL.
Hurricanes choose standout center
The Carolina Hurricanes grabbed center Zach Boychuk with the 14th overall pick in Friday night’s NHL draft.