What’s the latest on Vincent LeCavalier? Does he want to stay? Do they even really want him back? What do his agent think about all of this? Barry Melrose: behind Tampa Bay’s bench or in ESPN studios for next season?
The Tampa Bay Lightning is looking to replace John Tortorella behind the bar. Barry Melrose is all over the rumors, but what’s the latest on his case? Is he even interested? Where would Tortorella end up if that is to happen?
It’s time for another edition of “Deep Thoughts.” In this installment, I take enjoyment in the struggles of Carey Price, wonder how moronic Darian Hatcher actually is, marvel at the scouting prowess of the Detroit Red Wings, show the Dallas Stars some respect, and pass along some links and video. Enjoy.
Are the Flyers risking losing Jeff Carter to an offer sheet by not re-signing him? What would it take for the Lightning to become a better team? Do the Thrashers need a top-pair defenseman? Will Mats Sundin return to the Maple Leafs? Is Kristian Huselius worth the money?
As Toronto Maple Leafs GM Cliff Fletcher heads into Monday’s GM meetings, his toughest job may not be convincing the other 29 GMs to take his players, but make his own players leave for another team.
A number of high profile general managers are speaking their minds about the upcoming trade deadline, and what may or may not happen before February 26.
Are the Flyers looking to trade for blueliner? Will Daniel Cleary take a pay-cut to stay in Detroit? Is Fabian Brunnstrom still being pursued by the Red Wings?
According to James Duthie of The Ottawa Citizen, friends of Toronto Maple Leafs pending unrestricted free agent forward Mats Sundin say that if he were to accept a trade, he would only go to the Red Wings, Anaheim Ducks and Ottawa Senators.
Chuck Gormley of the Courier Post Online reports that Philadelphia Flyers GM Paul Holmgren is on a scouting trip believed to be exploring trade possibilities in case the club can’t sign unrestricted free agent forward Peter Forsberg.
Toronto Maple Leafs GM Cliff Fletcher tells Paul Hunter of The Toronto Star that he does not anticipate being active on the trade market for the time being.
Kevin McGran of the Toronto Star reports that Atlanta Thrashers pending unrestricted free agent forward Marian Hossa has turned down a $28 million deal over four years from the club.
Buffalo Sabres pending unrestricted free agent defenseman Brian Campbell tells Chris Kuc of the Chicago Tribune that he is not bothered by trade rumors mention his name.
Will Tomas Kaberle waive his no-trade clause if asked? Have the Red Wings signed Fabian Brunnstrom? Are the Bruins looking to add some depth? Would Senators trade Antoine Vermette? Are the Blue Jackets talking trade with the Senators? Are the Flyers in the market for a goaltender? Is Dion Phaneuf close to re-signing with the Flames? The latest on Teemu Selanne.
Do the Avalanche need an upgrade in net? What are the Red Wings’ biggest needs? Is Trevor Linden done with the Canucks? Should the Maple Leafs be in trade mode?
The Toronto Star’s Kevin McGran and David Shoalts of The Globe and Mail were among the first to report that the Toronto Maple Leafs have offered highly-touted junior forward John Tavares a contract with the club’s AHL affiliate.
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