New York Rangers in play for defenseman Souray? Not likely.
February 9, 2011 by Zach Myles
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There has been rumors lately surrounding defenseman Sheldon Souray and the New York Rangers potentially acquiring the disgruntled veteran. From the looks of things, it doesn’t look like it’s going to happen. The 34-year old has been playing for Edmonton’s AHL affiliate this year, the Hershey Bears. He has been unhappy with the organization for [...]
Tough Guy Mike Brown Signs for 3 More Years in Toronto
February 3, 2011 by Jeff Zeffer
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The Toronto Maple Leafs have resigned tough guy Mike Brown to a $2.21 million contact that will span of a 3 year period. Brown has two goals and three assists in 26 games for the Leafs this season. He has a team high of plus three and has 41 minutes in total penalties. Brown who [...]
Blackhawks At The Deadline: Who Could Go?
Nashville Predators defenseman Dan Hamhuis (L) and Chicago Blackhawks center Dave Bolland mix it up during the first period of game 2 of their NHL Western Conference quarterfinals series at the United Center in Chicago on April 18, 2010. The Blackhawks won 2-0 tying the best of seven series 1-1. UPI/Brian Kersey With the All [...]
Kris Versteeg A Blackhawk Once Again?
As surprising as it is to hear, and as unlikely as it may be, Kris Versteeg‘s name has surfaced in trade rumors for the Chicago Blackhawks. Part of last year’s Stanley Cup-winning squad, Versteeg established himself as a fan favorite in the Windy City, with a penchant for making fun of Patrick Kane and (poorly) [...]
8s a Crowd When It Comes to D-Men
January 31, 2011 by Chris Leyden
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Earlier today I posted how the Islanders had called up Ty Wishart (read here) from Bridgeport and how we should be able to see what he has to offer tomorrow in Atlanta. Well it seems that Jack Capuano feels the same way, but is in a bit of a conundrum because the Islanders are bringing [...]
Here Comes Ty Wishart
January 31, 2011 by Chris Leyden
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Some of us were left scratching out heads after the Islanders made the move to trade Dwayne Roloson to Tampa Bay for Ty Wishart in return. Well Tuesday night it looks like we will get to see just what we got in return. Wishart was a first round pick in 2006, but never blossomed into [...]
Management Makes Many Isles Fans Happy, Sign Moulson to Three Year Extension
January 28, 2011 by Chris Leyden
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Just last week many fans were sure, and also worried, that third leading goal scorer Matt Moulson was very close to being traded to a contender. For the most part it seemed that fans where outraged with the situation, because many felt as though not only was Moulson a great player, but he loved playing [...]
Capitals Ink Alexander Semin To One Year Extension
January 27, 2011 by alan.zlotorzynski
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The Washington Capitals have signed right wing Alexander Semin to a one-year contract extension, vice president and general manager George McPhee announced today. Semin, 26, is in his sixth season in the NHL, all with the Capitals. He has 35 points (18 goals, 17 assists) in 39 games this season, second on the team in [...]
Islanders Suspension of Nabokov a Smart Move
January 25, 2011 by Chris Leyden
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It seems the New York Islanders have made what I believe is the right decision by suspending Evgeni Nabokov. The Islanders announced on their website Tuesday afternoon that they are suspending him for “not reporting after being claimed off of waivers on Jan. 22.” This is obviously the right move because the Islanders only other [...]
Isles Lose to Buffalo… And Nabokov Update
January 23, 2011 by Chris Leyden
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The New York Islanders looked great against the Buffalo Sabres the first two times they met, but this time the tides had changed as the Islanders were dismissed by Buffalo 5-2. Matt Moulson scored two goals to tie the score, but it was not enough as Nathan Gerbe put the Sabres ahead and they never [...]