Forsberg, Ovechkin, Panthers, Selanne

Reports in Swedish newspaper Expressen indicate that unrestricted free agent forward Peter Forsberg still has a shot to resume his NHL career, according to Adrian Dater of the Denver Post.

Forsberg visited a doctor in Phoenix recently to have a look at his surgically repaired right foot after feeling pain during a practice session with the Swedish national team earlier this month.

“I can say now that I think we can solve the issues with his foot [with the help of a new brace], so that it won’t hinder Peter from playing hockey again,” Dr. Bertil Romanus told the paper. “In the beginning of October, Peter’s foot was so good that he was able to skate all out, and I definitely believe we can find a way to get him back to that.”

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Allen Panzeri of The Ottawa Citizen reports that Washington Capitals forward Alexander Ovechkin has turned down a deal worth an average of $8.7 million per season from the club. The contract extension was similar to what Sidney Crosby received from the Pittsburgh Penguins last summer.

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Miami Herald’s George Richards reports that the Florida Panthers are looking to improve their club from within the organization, rather than through trade.

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Eric Stephens of the Los Angeles Times reports that unrestricted free agent forward Teemu Selanne is yet to officially filed retirement papers, suggesting he may still be contemplating a return to the NHL.