Talks:
Leafs GM Brian Burke was offered a deal for James Reimer and he said no.
Detroit in on Pahlsson.
Bruins and Jets in on Oduya.
After conversation with Jim Johnson Vokoun has left the ice.
Flames and Sharks in on Gaustad but no team willing to give 1st Rounder.
Habs wanted rights to Radulov but got pick instead.
Rumored JVR for Niemi.
Dallas may be interested in Kulemin
Jason Garrison is available. Trade may be imminent.
PA Parenteu wants to stay in New York but may not be an option.
Rick Nash's banner has been off since 9:30 AM this morning.
Clitisome's waiver claim by WPG most likely means Oduya will be traded.
NYR interested in Edmonton's Theo Peckham.
Bruins honing in on David Jones
Monday, February 27, 2012
Sunday, February 26, 2012
Ryan Nugent-Hopkins finally back?!
Sound the alarms! The first overall pick is back, but will he be the same as before?
Last night, the Edmonton Oilers played the Phoenix Coyotes and lost to them 3-1. Although the Oilers lost, there was some good news as RNH came back from his shoulder injury and scored a goal.
All signs are pointing that he will take over the scoring lead from Adam Henrique (RNH missed 20 of the last 22 games and he only trails Henrique by 6 points) but can he do it with the NHL season dwindling down?
Sure the Edmonton Oilers can pretty much kiss the playoffs goodbye for this year, but they do have a bright future of Ryan Nugent-Hopkins, Jordan Eberle and Taylor Hall.
However, there is a big question mark surrounding the durability of RNH. He does have a small frame for an NHL player (6'1'' 175lbs.) and big guys will be looking to hit him to prevent him from scoring.
Sure the Edmonton Oilers can pretty much kiss the playoffs goodbye for this year, but they do have a bright future of Ryan Nugent-Hopkins, Jordan Eberle and Taylor Hall.
However, there is a big question mark surrounding the durability of RNH. He does have a small frame for an NHL player (6'1'' 175lbs.) and big guys will be looking to hit him to prevent him from scoring.
So how can the Oilers make sure that their latest first overall pick be healthy? Will he be able to avoid having a promising career marred by injuries? Only time will tell but for this blogger, I hope he does avoid it because for such a disappointing season from the Oilers, they should have a positive to remember from it and that is the scoring tandem of Eberle, RNH and Hall.
Ben Bishop to the Ottawa Senators
It is believed right now that St. Louis has a deal in place with the Ottawa Senators that would send G Ben Bishop to the Ottawa Senators for an unknown return. He is a Group VI Free Agent this year. If he plays 15+ games, this year in the NHL, he will be a UFA if he plays less than 15, he will be a RFA. The main problem apparently, is that GM Bryan Murray wants to sign him to an extension before the trade goes through.
Bishop is a starting NHL goalie playing in the minor leagues due to the amazing season of both Jaroslav Halak and Brian Elliot. All the people I have spoke to believe that Bishop has star quality. His big frame, (6'7) allows him to cover more space. Bishop also has good angles and knows where to stand.
Keep it here for updates.
Updates:
11:29 Appears to be done...
11:39 It's done. Awaiting confirmation.
THE OTTAWA SENATORS HAVE TRADED A CONDITIONAL SECOND ROUND PICK TO THE ST. LOUIS BLUES IN EXCHANGE FOR G BEN BISHOP. THE OTTAWA SENATORS HAVE ALSO RE-SIGNED BISHOP TO A ONE YEAR ONE WAY CONTRACT.
Winners:
Alson: Ottawa won this one. Bishop will be a star in this league.It depends on the condition though and what will the other pick be.
Wexler: Ottawa because they needed a goalie to cover in for Anderson. The Sens picked up a really underrated goalie in Bishop because of St. Louis' other star goalies. I think Bishop will lead the Sens into a deep round in the playoffs.
Kyle: Ottawa for sure, since they are high up on the Eastern Conference, the pick will be a late one. In Bishop, they got 2 NHL future all star goaltenders in Bishop and Lehner. In my mind, the Blues could've gotten him for a first round or another prospect.
Mahbod: I actually think St. Louis won. They can use that 2nd round pick to get a John-Michael Liles level player that can boost their play. Ben Bishop is only currently a minor's goalie and Ottawa has countless backup goalies including Auld, Lehner, Leclaire and Mike Brodeur. Ben Bishop just falls in. Although Ben Bishop is expected to be really good; a second round pick is a nice tradeable asset.
Bishop is a starting NHL goalie playing in the minor leagues due to the amazing season of both Jaroslav Halak and Brian Elliot. All the people I have spoke to believe that Bishop has star quality. His big frame, (6'7) allows him to cover more space. Bishop also has good angles and knows where to stand.
Keep it here for updates.
Updates:
11:29 Appears to be done...
11:39 It's done. Awaiting confirmation.
THE OTTAWA SENATORS HAVE TRADED A CONDITIONAL SECOND ROUND PICK TO THE ST. LOUIS BLUES IN EXCHANGE FOR G BEN BISHOP. THE OTTAWA SENATORS HAVE ALSO RE-SIGNED BISHOP TO A ONE YEAR ONE WAY CONTRACT.
Winners:
Alson: Ottawa won this one. Bishop will be a star in this league.It depends on the condition though and what will the other pick be.
Wexler: Ottawa because they needed a goalie to cover in for Anderson. The Sens picked up a really underrated goalie in Bishop because of St. Louis' other star goalies. I think Bishop will lead the Sens into a deep round in the playoffs.
Kyle: Ottawa for sure, since they are high up on the Eastern Conference, the pick will be a late one. In Bishop, they got 2 NHL future all star goaltenders in Bishop and Lehner. In my mind, the Blues could've gotten him for a first round or another prospect.
Mahbod: I actually think St. Louis won. They can use that 2nd round pick to get a John-Michael Liles level player that can boost their play. Ben Bishop is only currently a minor's goalie and Ottawa has countless backup goalies including Auld, Lehner, Leclaire and Mike Brodeur. Ben Bishop just falls in. Although Ben Bishop is expected to be really good; a second round pick is a nice tradeable asset.
Saturday, February 25, 2012
Quick News From Around The League
On Waivers:
Ryan Russell - Columbus Blue Jackets
Grant Clitsome - Columbus Blue Jackets
Eric Boulton - New Jersey Devils
Brad Staubitz (re-entry) - Minnesota Wild
Krys Kolanos - Calgary Flames
Brian Rolston - New York Islanders
Picked Up:
Darryl Boyce -
To: Columbus Blue Jackets
From: Toronto Maple Leafs
Call Ups:
David Ullstrom - New York Islanders
Ian Cole - St. Louis Blues
Ryan Russell - Columbus Blue Jackets
Grant Clitsome - Columbus Blue Jackets
Eric Boulton - New Jersey Devils
Brad Staubitz (re-entry) - Minnesota Wild
Krys Kolanos - Calgary Flames
Brian Rolston - New York Islanders
Picked Up:
Darryl Boyce -
To: Columbus Blue Jackets
From: Toronto Maple Leafs
Call Ups:
David Ullstrom - New York Islanders
Ian Cole - St. Louis Blues
Wojtek Wolski traded to Florida
Wojtek Wolski has been to Florida in exchange for young defenceman Mike Vernace and a third round pick.
Wolski, 26, only played 9 games this year for New York and had 3 points. He spent the rest of the season in the minors.
Winners
Alson: I have to go with the Rangers. Wolski is in the minors for a reason and a third round pick was all he was really worth. However, I still give Wolski credit. He is absolutely amazing in shootouts and this move gives him a fresh start. I am also hearing maybe the Wolski trade is only a precursor.. Time will tell.
Wexler: I think Rangers won this deal only for one purpose. The fact that they dumped Wolskis's contract on another unlucky team, Florida!!!
Mahbod: Rangers are the winners. Wolski just wasn't fitting in and I don't see how he would fit in with Florida either. Vernace is a good puck-moving offensive defenceman and that third round pick is a nice tradeable asset.
Kyle: Florida, since this could be Wolski's wake up call. His ice time has dwindled ever since he arrived at MSG. A change of scenery and more ice time will do Wojtek good and he will put up more points with the Panthers.
Wolski, 26, only played 9 games this year for New York and had 3 points. He spent the rest of the season in the minors.
Winners
Alson: I have to go with the Rangers. Wolski is in the minors for a reason and a third round pick was all he was really worth. However, I still give Wolski credit. He is absolutely amazing in shootouts and this move gives him a fresh start. I am also hearing maybe the Wolski trade is only a precursor.. Time will tell.
Wexler: I think Rangers won this deal only for one purpose. The fact that they dumped Wolskis's contract on another unlucky team, Florida!!!
Mahbod: Rangers are the winners. Wolski just wasn't fitting in and I don't see how he would fit in with Florida either. Vernace is a good puck-moving offensive defenceman and that third round pick is a nice tradeable asset.
Kyle: Florida, since this could be Wolski's wake up call. His ice time has dwindled ever since he arrived at MSG. A change of scenery and more ice time will do Wojtek good and he will put up more points with the Panthers.
Darryl Boyce picked up on waivers.
Darryl Boyce has been picked up on waivers by the Columbus Blue Jackets from the Toronto Maple Leafs. To make up room, the Jackets have placed Grant Clitsome on waivers.
3 overrated and 3 underrated players on the block
With the trade deadline approaching, we take a look at the top 5 overrated players and the top 5 underrated players on the trading block this year.
3 Overrated Players
1. Sam Gagner, C Edmonton Oilers
He's been getting so many hype ever since he had that crazy 8 point night against Chicago. Even though he's been on a good run, he's overrated because he hasn't been consistence offensively.
2. Rick Nash, LW Colombus Blue Jackets
Because he is an all-star and an Olympian, many people think he is the best player out there. He does have size and skill that make him attractive but he is having a terrible season right now. He didn't contribute much in the olympics. they tried him on the first line but he failed and ended up on the fourth line.
3. Derek Roy, C Buffalo Sabres
Roy isn't a bad player but he is not worth that much. He puts up god numbers but his playoff performances are sup-par. If you want to make the playoffs and have a deep run, he's not your guy.
3 Underrated Players
1. Ray Whitney, LW Phoenix Coyotes
The desert is known to always hide players. Ray Whitney has quielty been piling up points and at 39 years of age, he's leading the Coyotes in points. He won a cup with the Canes so he has the experience and the veteran leadership.
2. Ryan Suter, D Nashville Predators
Shea Weber has been given much credit for the extremely strong defensive game of the Preds. weber's defensive pair has also been a strong leader both on and off the ice. The Preds must have been really happy when they drafted those two in the 2003 draft (Suter was drated 5th, weber was drated 49th)
3. Lubminor Visnovsky, D Anahiem Ducks
Visnovsky has always been a terrific puck-moving defensemen. When he started out with the Kings, LA basically tried to cover the existence of him until he started producing too much to not get noticed. Last year, he led defensmen in points. Need I say more?
3 Overrated Players
1. Sam Gagner, C Edmonton Oilers
He's been getting so many hype ever since he had that crazy 8 point night against Chicago. Even though he's been on a good run, he's overrated because he hasn't been consistence offensively.
2. Rick Nash, LW Colombus Blue Jackets
Because he is an all-star and an Olympian, many people think he is the best player out there. He does have size and skill that make him attractive but he is having a terrible season right now. He didn't contribute much in the olympics. they tried him on the first line but he failed and ended up on the fourth line.
3. Derek Roy, C Buffalo Sabres
Roy isn't a bad player but he is not worth that much. He puts up god numbers but his playoff performances are sup-par. If you want to make the playoffs and have a deep run, he's not your guy.
3 Underrated Players
1. Ray Whitney, LW Phoenix Coyotes
The desert is known to always hide players. Ray Whitney has quielty been piling up points and at 39 years of age, he's leading the Coyotes in points. He won a cup with the Canes so he has the experience and the veteran leadership.
2. Ryan Suter, D Nashville Predators
Shea Weber has been given much credit for the extremely strong defensive game of the Preds. weber's defensive pair has also been a strong leader both on and off the ice. The Preds must have been really happy when they drafted those two in the 2003 draft (Suter was drated 5th, weber was drated 49th)
3. Lubminor Visnovsky, D Anahiem Ducks
Visnovsky has always been a terrific puck-moving defensemen. When he started out with the Kings, LA basically tried to cover the existence of him until he started producing too much to not get noticed. Last year, he led defensmen in points. Need I say more?
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