Category: Hockey
Hanifin Trade Rumors Intensify, But Link to Bruins Posing Issues
A few teams have been linked to trade talk involving Calgary Flames defenseman Noah Hanifin. The latest is the Arizona Coyotes, who join a list that includes the New York Islanders and Boston Bruins. But, a wrinkle has been added to the speculation as one insider suggests that Hanifin knows where he wants to go…
Xhekaj’s AHL Move a Temporary Setback
Montreal Canadiens defenseman Arber Xhekaj, who has been recovering from an upper-body injury that kept him out for seven games, was activated off injured reserve. However, he didn’t move the Canadiens’ roster. Instead, he was immediately sent down to AHL Laval. That move happened this past Monday, December 4, 2023. Despite his physical play, with…
Balking at Broberg for Chychrun Trade Could Cost Oilers Now
It’s a shame that the Edmonton Oilers may have no choice but to trade Philip Broberg this season. Not only is Broberg a high-end prospect that may hit his stride in the next season or two, but Edmonton had a chance to move him last season for a bonaifide top-four defenseman and didn’t do it….
Oilers Deny Granting Broberg’s Agent Permission to Seek Trade
According to Ryan Rishaug of TSN, there is a massive miscommunication issue going on between the Edmonton Oilers and agent for defenseman Philip Broberg. According to GM Ken Holland, reports of Broberg being granted permission to seek a trade are not true. It sounds like the agent is trying to get permission but the Oilers…
3 Potential Trade Destinations for Philip Broberg
The NHL trade market has a new defenseman on it. Earlier today (Dec. 5), NHL insider Kevin Weekes reported on X that the Edmonton Oilers are exploring trade options for 2019 eighth-overall pick Philip Broberg. Frank Seravalli added that the Oilers have given Broberg permission to seek a trade. He noted that the Oilers are…
Mara joins Wolf Pack as assistant coach | TheAHL.com
Photo: Boston Globe The New York Rangers have named Paul Mara as an assistant coach on the staff of the AHL’s Hartford Wolf Pack. Mara will join interim head coach Steve Smith and assistant coach Jaime Tardif, effective immediately. Mara, 44, initially joined the Rangers on Aug. 25, 2023, as a player development assistant. He…
Philip Broberg Requested Permission to Seek Trade Off Oilers
It sounds like the Edmonton Oilers, facing salary cap constraints, are actively exploring trade options for young defenseman Philip Broberg. According to insider and ESPN analyst Kevin Weekes, GM Ken Holland is shopping Broberg around. Weekes writes the team may seek a dollar-for-dollar transaction to stay within their financial constraints. If they can fill an…
Oilers’ Analyst Links Patrick Maroon to Edmonton Twice
While it might be more than two times TSN’s Ryan Rishaug has thrown Patrick Maroon’s name out there in connection with the Edmonton Oilers, it’s clear he sees a fit. Considering the struggles of the Minnesota Wild this season, increasing speculation suggests that Maroon could be available. A three-time Stanley Cup champion, and renowned enforcer…
Belzile thriving ahead of ‘special’ return to Laval | TheAHL.com
by Alex Thomas | AHL On The Beat On July 1, 2023, Alex Belzile did something he had not done in exactly five years: change organizations. On the first day of free agency, Belzile inked a two-year contract with the New York Rangers that ended a five-year stint in the Montreal Canadiens organization. This opened…
Sabres “Need Injection”, GM Won’t Wait Until Trade Deadline
Amid the Buffalo Sabres’ recent struggles, Mike Harrington of The Buffalo News addressed the challenges they face. With forwards Tage Thompson and Jack Quinn sidelined and some players regressing, Harrington highlighted the absence of action by General Manager Kevyn Adams to take action. Specifically, they didn’t replace Quinn, who suffered an Achilles injury in June….