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Wild, Backstrom talking contract
(Jun. 15/13) - The Minnesota Wild has started contract talks with goaltender Niklas Backstrom, who is scheduled to become an unrestricted free agent July 5. read more...
 

Flames looking to move up in draft
(Jun. 14/13) - Currently picking sixth-overall, the Calgary Flames are looking to move into the top-five of the NHL Draft this year, for the first time in franchise history. read more...

Sabres talking to Avs about No. 1 pick
(Jun. 13/13) - The Buffalo Sabres have had conversations with the Colorado Avalanche about the first-overall pick in this month's NHL Draft. read more...

Flyers poised to buy out Bryzgalov, Briere
(Jun. 13/13) - The Philadelphia Flyers are retooling their roster, yet again, this off-season and are expected to execute compliance buyouts on two star players later this month. read more...

Canucks talking to Tortorella
(Jun. 11/13) - The Canucks have reached out to former New York Rangers coach John Tortorella about their vacant head coaching position in Vancouver. read more...

Isles, Bailey set to talk contract
(Jun. 11/13) - The New York Islanders have 13 free agents to worry about this off-season, and GM Garth Snow is starting to get a feel for who he wants to bring back. read more...

One down, more to go for Preds
(Jun. 11/13) - With Roman Josi locked up to a new seven-year contract, the Predators will shift their focus to the club's other remaining restricted free agents. read more...

Blues to match any offer sheets
(Jun. 11/13) - With four high-profile restricted free agents to sign, there's no doubt it will be a busy summer for St. Louis Blues general manager Doug Armstrong. read more...

Bobrovsky contract talks continue
(Jun. 11/13) - The Blue Jackets continue contract negotiations with goalie Sergei Bobrovsky, but a deal still isn't imminent, reports the Columbus Dispatch. read more...

Red Wings looking to make moves
(Jun. 11/13) - It's no secret the Red Wings would like to add a top-four defenseman and a top-six forward this summer, but the manner in which they go about it remains to be seen. read more...

Rangers meeting with Vigneault
(Jun. 11/13) - As the Rangers continue their search for a new head coach, GM Glen Sather and his staff will meet with former Vancouver Canucks coach Alain Vigneault later today. read more...

Komarov, MacArthur leaving Leafs?
(Jun. 9/13) - The Toronto Maple Leafs will be retooling a large portion of their roster this summer, as several players will be swapped out over the course of the off-season. read more...

Kings will heal, regroup this summer
(Jun. 9/13) - At the end of it all, the defending Stanley Cup champion Los Angeles Kings were just too banged up to go one more round in the playoffs, and will spend the off-season regrouping for the 2013-14 campaign. read more...

Flyers want to acquire Yandle
(Jun. 9/13) - The Philadelphia Flyers will be very active in the coming weeks, as general manager Paul Holmgren aims to bolster the club's roster for next season. read more...

Search for coach continues for NYR
(Jun. 8/13) - The Rangers have a list of coaching candidates they'd like to speak with, but one more person could be added to the list if he's let go by his current team. read more...

Penguins look to regroup
(Jun. 8/13) - Once the shock of being swept out of the Eastern Conference Final wears off in the next few days, the Pittsburgh Penguins will be focused on retooling for the 2013-14 campaign. read more...

Blues fishing for first-round pick
(Jun. 7/13) - Having already traded away their first-round pick this summer, the St. Louis Blues appear to be scouring the market for another one. read more...

Oilers shopping Hemsky, Horcoff
(Jun. 6/13) - Oilers GM Craig MacTavish has publicly revealed that forwards Ales Hemsky and Shawn Horcoff, and goalie Nikolai Khabibulin aren't likely to be back in Edmonton next season. read more...

Devils could lose Clarkson, Elias
(Jun. 6/13) - With eight impending unrestricted free agents and four soon-to-be restricted free agents on the roster, the New Jersey Devils have their work cut out for them this summer. read more...

Gonchar close to signing in KHL
(Jun. 6/13) - Ottawa Senators defenseman Sergei Gonchar is closing in on signing a contract with Metallurg Magnitogorsk of the KHL. read more...

Leafs could pursue Richards if bought out
(Jun. 5/13) - If the New York Rangers buy out the contract of veteran center Brad Richards, the Maple Leafs could be knocking on his door soon after, reports the Toronto Star. read more...

Streit won't return to Islanders
(Jun. 4/13) - The Islanders will be looking for a new captain to start the 2013-14 campaign, as defenseman Mark Streit won't be signing a new deal with the team. read more...

Datsyuk negotiations getting underway
(Jun. 4/13) - Red Wings star Pavel Datsyuk has already acknowledged his desire to play in Detroit for the next few years, and contract talks between the two sides are getting underway. read more...

Jets, Hainsey likely parting ways
(Jun. 4/13) - It appears the Winnipeg Jets and Ron Hainsey will be saying their goodbyes this summer, as the veteran defenseman is expected to test the waters as a free agent. read more...

Interest rising in Ryan, yet again
(Jun. 4/13) - Anaheim Ducks sniper Bobby Ryan has been the subject of endless trade rumors over the last few seasons, and his name is expected to pop up in more of them this summer. read more...

Miller hoping to go West?
(Jun. 4/13) - It's no secret Ryan Miller's tenure with the Buffalo Sabres is coming to an end, and according to the Ottawa Sun, the veteran star goalie would like to head out West. read more...

Oilers could be active this month
(Jun. 3/13) - Edmonton Oilers general manager Craig MacTavish could have a very busy this month, with the NHL Draft four weeks away. read more...

Nashville shopping #4 pick?
(Jun. 3/13) - In the past few days, multiple NHL teams with top-five picks in the upcoming NHL Draft have suggested that they are keeping their options open. read more...

Ducks trying to re-sign Lovejoy
(Jun. 1/13) - The Anaheim Ducks are hoping to come to terms on a new contract with defenseman Ben Lovely, the Orange County Register reports. read more...

Coyotes want to get Smith signed
(Jun. 1/13) - The Phoenix Coyotes would like to get goalie Mike Smith locked up to a new contract before July 5, but they might not be able to do so. read more...

Messier wants to coach the Rangers
(Jun. 1/13) - Capitals GM George McPhee has confirmed to CSNWashington.com that defenseman Jeff Schultz asked to be traded back in March. read more...

Messier wants to coach the Rangers
(Jun. 1/13) - Former Rangers captain Mark Messier has tossed his hat in the ring and wants to become the next head coach of the franchise, reports the New York Daily News. read more...

Coyotes hoping Tippett stays
(May 30/13) - With GM Don Maloney locked up to a new deal, the Coyotes are hoping head coach Dave Tippett follows suit and inks a new contract with the organization. read more...

Ryder won't return to Montreal
(May 30/13) - Canadiens winger Michael Ryder, acquired mid-season from the Stars, won't be signing a new contract with the Habs this summer, reports Le Journal de Montreal. read more...

Another end in San Jose
(May 30/13) - Yet again, the season has ended prematurely for the San Jose Sharks. On Tuesday night, the Los Angeles Kings defeated the Sharks 2-1 in Game 7 moving on to the Conference Finals, and once again leaving the Sharks wondering if they will ever get their chance. read more...

Liles a buyout target for Leafs?
(May 28/13) - Veteran defenseman John-Michael Liles saw limited ice-time with the Maple Leafs this season, prompting speculation that his tenure in Toronto could be ending. read more...

Weiss poised to test market
(May 28/13) - Florida Panthers center Stephen Weiss is expected to test the free agent waters this summer, when the doors swing open on July 5. read more...

Stars meet Ruff about coaching job
(May 28/13) - As TFP reported last week, Stars general manager Jim Nill and his managerial staff have started their search for a new head coach. read more...

Exciting summer for Columbus
(May 27/13) - For the Blue Jackets, who finished the lockout-shortened ninth in the Western Conference, this off-season could provide a bounty of opportunity. read more...

Alfredsson will take his time
(May 26/13) - Senators captain Daniel Alfredsson needs some time before deciding whether or not he'll hang up his skate after this season, reports the Ottawa Sun. read more...

Lundqvist needs time to reflect
(May 26/13) - After being ousted from the playoffs yesterday, the New York Rangers will move quickly in determining what off-season moves they plan on making in the coming weeks. read more...

Bozak, Leafs far from deal
(May 25/13) - The Toronto Maple Leafs do not appear to be close to signing impending unrestricted free agent center Tyler Bozak to a new long-term contract. read more...

Source: Coyotes close to being sold
(May 25/13) - The Phoenix Coyotes are on the verge of being sold to a group intent on keeping the team in the City of Glendale, a source told TFP late Friday evening. read more...

Could Blues trade goalie?
(May 24/13) - With three solid goaltenders between the pipes in St. Louis, the Blues could find themselves in a very interesting position this summer. read more...

Briere to be bought out by Flyers
(May 23/13) - Danny Briere would like to play out the length of his contract with the Philadelphia Flyers, but the team seems to have other plans. read more...

Richards finished in Big Apple?
(May 23/13) - Veteran forward and Stanley Cup champion Brad Richards might have played his last game with the New York Rangers and didn't even know it. read more...

Enroth "ready" to be No.1 goalie
(May 23/13) - With many of the belief that Ryan Miller's days with the Sabres are numbered, Jhonas Enroth told the Buffalo News he's prepared to become the club's new starting goalie. read more...

Bobrovsky, Jackets far from deal
(May 23/13) - The Blue Jackets do not appear to be any closer to signing star goaltender Sergei Bobrovsky to a new contract, the Columbus Dispatch reports. read more...

Ribeiro still wants long-term deal
(May 22/13) - If the Capitals are serious about re-signing center Mike Ribeiro, they're going to have to give him a four- or five-year contract, the Washington Post reports. read more...

Burmistrov wants out of Winnipeg
(May 22/13) - It appears Alexander Burmistrov's time with the Jets could be coming to an end, as the Winnipeg Free Press reports the young winger wants to be traded. read more...

Stars begin search for new coach
(May 22/13) - The Dallas Stars have started their search for a new head coach, though it's unclear if any internal deadlines have been put in place to hire one. read more...

Roy still likely to become Avs coach
(May 22/13) - If everything falls into place, as many expect, Patrick Roy will indeed become the next head coach of the Colorado Avalanche. read more...

Komarov talking to KHL team
(May 21/13) - It appears the Toronto Maple Leafs could have a difficult time trying to sign forward Leo Komarov to a new contract this summer. read more...

Report: Roy to become Avs new coach?
(May 21/13) - Patrick Roy's brother Stephane may have spilled the beans after posting on Facebook that Patrick is set to become the new head coach of the Colorado Avalanche. read more...

Big decisions, bright future for the Isles
(May 13/13) - It was the team's best season since 2007, but nevertheless, it was brought to an end on Saturday night when Penguins defenseman Brooks Orpik found the back of the net in overtime. read more...

Wild look to the future
(May 11/13) - "Everybody just feels sick to their stomach," Matt Cullen told the St. Paul Pioneer Press after losing 5-1 to the Chicago Blackhawks Thursday night, simultaneously ending their season. read more...

Big changes in Avs front office
(May 10/13) - Having missed the playoffs the past three seasons, the Colorado Avalanche are ready to make some changes, and today they did just that. read more...

Changes expected in Vancouver
(May 6/13) - Following the Canucks' 4-0 first-round series loss to the San Jose Sharks, questions immediately popped up over the future of several members of the organization. read more...

Predators could trade 4th overall pick
(May 6/13) - The Predators are open to anything when it comes to their fourth-overall draft pick, including trading it if the right offer comes across GM David Poile's desk. read more...

Jets want top-six winger, poised to get better
(May 6/13) - Jets GM Kevin Cheveldayoff wants to improve his roster for next season and has already started mulling over the necessary changes he feels he needs to make. read more...

Era ends, rebuild begins for Flames
(Apr. 30/13) - The Flames' 2013 season ended early but for them, this was nothing new. For Calgary, it is more than simply the end of a season. It is the end of an era. read more...

Yzerman promises to make changes
(Apr. 30/13) - Lightning GM Steve Yzerman already started reshaping his roster prior to the trade deadline, but more moves are expected to be made this off-season. read more...

Caps' plan for the off-season
(Apr. 30/13) - The Washington Capitals had a slow start this season. In fact, even for the optimistic, it looked unlikely that the team, who at one point was the worst team in the NHL, would make the playoffs. read more...

Summer of change for Canes?
(Apr. 30/13) - When this lockout-shortened season began, Carolina looked like a possible playoff contender. Unfortunately, despite a 15-9-1 start, that's not how it worked out. read more...

Vanek would welcome trade
(Apr. 29/13) - With the Sabres smack in the middle of an entire rebuild, and with goalie Ryan Miller likely the next to go, sniper Thomas Vanek would welcome a change of scenery. read more...

Whitney finished with Oilers
(Apr. 29/13) - With a new GM running the show in Craig MacTavish, the Oilers will be looking to retool this off-season and add a few key pieces to push them into the playoffs next year. read more...

Flames can focus on reshaping
(Apr. 27/13) - A disappointing season in Calgary has finally come to an end, with the Flames finishing the shortened campaign with a 19-25-4 record. read more...

A new beginning for Buffalo
(Apr. 27/13) - The reshaping of the Sabres began at the beginning of the month and will carry well into the off-season, and several more significant changes are expected. read more...

Changes coming in Winnipeg
(Apr. 27/13) - Jets head coach Claude Noel expressed his disappointment in his team's performance to his players the day after the team's season ended. read more...

Briere's last home game as a Flyer?
(Apr. 26/13) - This summer, as the league salary cap drops nearly nine percent, from $70.2 million to $64.3 million, NHL teams will have to make adjustments. read more...

Brodeur wants Elias to stay
(Apr. 24/13) - Patrik Elias can become an unrestricted free agent this summer, and one of his long-time Devils' teammates is hoping he re-ups with the club, reports The Star-Ledger. read more...

It isn't over for Bryzgalov, Laviolette just yet
(Apr. 23/13) - With three games left on the schedule for the Colorado Avalanche, a tremendously disappointing season is finally nearing its end. read more...

Predators preparing for changes
(Apr. 22/13) - The Predators are going to be very active this off-season, as the team has a number of holes it needs to fill, coach Barry Trotz told the Nashville Tennessean. read more...

Avs to make serious changes
(Apr. 22/13) - With three games left on the schedule for the Colorado Avalanche, a tremendously disappointing season is finally nearing its end. read more...

Wings, Howard close to new deal
(Apr. 11/13) - The Detroit Red Wings appear close to signing goaltender Jimmy Howard to a new, long-term contract extension. read more...

Miller gives something to talk about
(Apr. 10/13) - Speculation about Ryan Miller's future has become especially prevalent, given that the Sabres received young goalie, Matt Hackett, as part of the exchange for Jason Pominville. read more...

Giguere snaps on teammates
(Apr. 9/13) - Colorado Avalanche goaltender J.S. Giguere, frustrated at his team's performance of late, went off on his teammates following Monday's 3-1 loss to the Calgary Flames. read more...

Will Lamoriello make the same mistake twice?
(Apr. 9/13) - Leading up to last week's trade deadline, many wondered if New Jersey Devils GM Lou Lamoriello would trade away from his slew of players set to become unrestricted free agents at the end of the season. read more...

Bernier to be moved in summer
(Apr. 8/13) - The Los Angeles Kings have received plenty of interest in goalie Jonathan Bernier over the last two seasons, but they've yet to come across a deal they're willing to accept. read more...

Anderson ready to roll
(Apr. 5/13) - If trading away goalie Ben Bishop wasn't a clear-enough sign, Craig Anderson's proclamation to the Ottawa Sun sure is: He's ready to go. read more...

Whitney happy he wasn't traded
(Apr. 5/13) - Oilers defenseman Ryan Whitney was pleased he wasn't traded prior to Wednesday's deadline and hopes to remain part of the team, reports the Edmonton Sun. read more...

Ribeiro close to new extension
(Apr. 5/13) - Mike Ribeiro isn't worried about signing his next contract; he knows it'll come, which is why he's focused on the rest of the season. read more...

Flames didn't want to deal Glencross
(Apr. 4/13) - A number of teams called about him, but the Calgary Flames were not prepared to part ways with left wing Curtis Glencross. read more...

Wings tried to make moves
(Apr. 4/13) - Red Wings GM Ken Holland was active leading up to the trade deadline, but wasn't able to finalize a deal with another team, the Detroit News reports. read more...

Kings almost made another trade
(Apr. 4/13) - The Los Angeles Kings were looking to make another move on deadline day, as GM Dean Lombardi was searching for a second-line winger. read more...

Miller, Vanek could move in summer
(Apr. 4/13) - As the Sabres begin to reshape their roster for the future, two of their remaining star players are expected to be shipped out this off-season. read more...

Habs stand pat on deadline day
(Apr. 4/13) - Canadiens GM Marc Bergevin was involved in several conversations on trade deadline day, but ultimately felt he was comfortable enough with his current roster. read more...

Luongo was hoping to be traded
(Apr. 4/13) - It's no secret, Roberto Luongo was hoping Canucks GM Mike Gillis could find a suitable deal that would ship him out of town and allow him to continue his career with another team. read more...

Sens comfortable standing pat
(Apr. 2/13) - Senators GM Bryan Murray is comfortable enough with his current roster that he won't be pressing too hard to complete a deal before Wednesday's trade deadline. read more...

Jets open to any possibility
(Apr. 2/13) - The Jets are neither buyers nor sellers, which could lead to some crafty player movement if GM Kevin Cheveldayoff feels like making a move before the trade deadline. read more...

Flyers have Couturier to dangle
(Apr. 2/13) - If the Philadelphia Flyers can get their hands on a top-line scorer or a first-pairing defenseman, they'll trade young center Sean Couturier. read more...

Sharks waiting on Clowe
(Apr. 2/13) - The San Jose Sharks have granted a few teams permission to speak with Ryane Clowe's agent about signing a contract extension before being dealt. read more...

Hawks might not be done dealing
(Apr. 2/13) - The Blackhawks might be set at the center position with the acquisition of Michal Handzus on Monday, but the team still wants to add a defenseman. read more...

Wild looking for second-liner
(Apr. 2/13) - Minnesota Wild GM Chuck Fletcher is in the market for an offensive-minded winger for his second line and hopes to acquire one before Wednesday's deadline. read more...

Canadiens continue their search
(Apr. 1/13) - Montreal Canadiens GM Marc Bergevin doesn't want to give up the farm, but he's scouring the market for a physical winger and a shutdown defenseman. read more...

Stars open to any possibility
(Apr. 1/13) - The Dallas Stars have been trying to sign three of their players to extensions, but if deals can't be ironed out by Wednesday morning, there's a good chance they'll be traded. read more...

Iginla open to extension with Penguins
(Apr. 1/13) - The chances of Jarome Iginla returning to Calgary in the off-season might be smaller than many think, as the star winger is believed to be interested in a multi-year deal with Pittsburgh. read more...

Pominville close to being traded?
(Apr. 1/13) - Buffalo seems to be the center of the university right now, with the NHL trade deadline days away, and they could be closer to shipping their captain out of town. read more...

McBain on the market
(Apr. 1/13) - With the trade deadline approaching, a new name surfaced this morning that is likely to draw some interest from teams searching for help on the blueline. read more...

Flyers trying to make upgrades
(Apr. 1/13) - The Philadelphia Flyers consider themselves buyers with the trade deadline around the corner, and have inquired about several veteran players. read more...

Leafs in Luongo, Kiprusoff battle
(Apr. 1/13) - It's clear the Toronto Maple Leafs want to make a move between the pipes, but whether they acquire Robero Luongo or Miikka Kiprusoff remains to be seen. read more...

Sharks are buyers and sellers
(Apr. 1/13) - Having already traded defenseman Douglas Murray for draft picks, and with Ryane Clowe on the verge of being moved, the Sharks are fairly active this trade season. read more...

Hurricanes hoping to upgrade blueline
(Apr. 1/13) - Sitting one point back of a playoff spot with one game in hand, the Carolina Hurricanes are looking to bolster their roster and help their playoff chances before the trade deadline. read more...

Senators interested in Glencross
(Mar. 31/13) - According to the Ottawa Sun, the Senators are interested in Calgary Flames left wing Curtis Glencross and is trying to work out a deal to acquire him. read more...

Blue Jackets looking at all options
(Mar. 31/13) - The Blue Jackets, sitting one point back of a playoff spot, find themselves in the middle of a playoff race that has altered their approach to this season's trade deadline. read more...

Smid close to signing extension
(Mar. 31/13) - Oilers defenseman Ladislav Smid seems to be close to signing a contract extension with Edmonton, effectively taking off the trade market. read more...

Sabres open for business
(Mar. 31/13) - Trading defenseman Jordan Leopold to the St. Louis Blues might be the tip of the iceberg for the Sabres, who have more deals to make before Wednesday's trade deadline. read more...

Yandle available, for the right price
(Mar. 31/13) - The Phoenix Coyotes are weighing all of their options as the trade deadline quickly approaches, and outside of captain Shane Doan, they have no untouchables. read more...

Streit the center of attention
(Mar. 31/13) - The New York Islanders are trying to sign captain Mark Streit to a multi-year contract extension, but if they're unsuccessful, he could be dealt by Wednesday's trade deadline. read more...

Hawks, Islanders talking multi-player trade
(Mar. 30/13) - According to the Chicago Daily Herald, the Blackhawks and New York Islanders have been discussing a multi-player trade involving center Frans Nielsen. read more...

Clowe about to be traded
(Mar. 30/13) - The San Jose Sharks are inching closer towards trading veteran winger Ryane Clowe, having asked him about waiving his no-trade clause. read more...

Source: Leafs could deal Bozak, if stars align
(Mar. 30/13) - Talks between the Toronto Maple Leafs and Vancouver Canucks resurfaced this week, as it's been widely reported, but it might take another team's assistance to get a deal done, a league source told TFP. read more...

Kings could target Tanguay, Sarich
(Mar. 30/13) - The Los Angeles Kings are still looking to upgrade both ends of the ice before the trade deadline, though acquiring a defenseman might be a top priority for GM Dean Lombardi. read more...

Jets could trade Hainsey
(Mar. 30/13) - As the Jets battle for first in the Southeast Division, they appear to be both buyers and sellers as the trade deadline quickly approaches. read more...

Sens aren't expecting big moves
(Mar. 30/13) - Senators GM Bryan Murray has been working the phones, but doesn't expect to make any big deals before Wednesday's 3pm ET trade deadline, reports the Ottawa Sun. read more...
 

 

 

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