Category: Hockey
Toronto Maple Leafs sign defenseman Timothy Liljegren to a 2-year contract extension
[ad_1] The Toronto Maple Leafs have secured defenseman Timothy Liljegren with a two-year contract extension worth $3 million per season. Liljegren has shown significant promise as a second-pairing, two-way puck-moving defenseman. Last season, he demonstrated his ability to handle an increased role before a high ankle sprain interrupted his progress. The Leafs hope he can…
Montreal Canadiens Set to Pursue Patrick Kane in Free Agency
[ad_1] According to Frank Seravalli of Daily Faceoff, the Montreal Canadiens are a team that could make a play for veteran forward Patrick Kane if Kane chooses not to sign with the Detroit Red Wings. As much as the Canadiens sound like a surprise destination, Seravalli said, “You never know” when it comes to teams…
Edmonton Oilers Waive Jack Campbell with Intent to Buyout
[ad_1] The Edmonton Oilers have placed goaltender Jack Campbell on unconditional waivers for the purpose of a buyout, marking a significant step as the team navigates the final hours before the NHL free agency frenzy. This move follows a weekend of unexpected decisions, including trading into the first round and giving up a conditional first-round…
Constructing NHL Teams Through Draft Picks and Free Agency: A Unique Practice
[ad_1] The NHL Draft and NHL free agency is a time of the year when NHL teams make trades, draft young players, and make and seek myriad movements, all toward building what they believe is the perfect NHL roster. Or, at least, try to build a roster that each GM thinks has a chance to…
Nylander and Matthews Selected for Four Nations Tournament
[ad_1] The NHL and NHL Players’ Association have announced the opening rosters for the 4 Nations Face-Off tournament, which will take place in February 2025. The inaugural tournament will feature teams from Canada, Finland, Sweden, and the United States. The 4 Nations Face-Off tournament will take place from February 12-20, 2025, at the Bell Centre…
Maple Leafs Nearing Agreement with Max Domi on 4-Year Contract Extension
[ad_1] According to Elliotte Friedman: “Hearing talks between the Maple Leafs and Max Domi intensified over the last 24 hours…we should see something at four years, just under $4M AAV.” Hearing talks between the Maple Leafs and Max Domi intensified over the last 24 hours…we should see something at four years, just under $4M AAV…
Tampa Bay Lightning Acquires First-Round Pick Geekie | TheAHL.com
[ad_1] Photo: Kate Dibildox The Tampa Bay Lightning acquired forward Conor Geekie along with defenseman J.J. Moser, a seventh-round pick in the 2024 NHL Draft and a second-round pick in the 2025 NHL Draft from the Utah Hockey Club in exchange for defenseman Mikhail Sergachev. Geekie, 20, made his pro debut with the AHL’s Tucson…
Maple Leafs Pursue 6-Year Agreement Following Acquisition of Chris Tanev’s Rights
[ad_1] The Toronto Maple Leafs made a significant move at the end of the NHL Draft on Saturday by trading for the rights to defenseman Chris Tanev from the Dallas Stars. This strategic acquisition is expected to bolster Toronto’s blueline, with the Leafs reportedly poised to offer Tanev a six-year contract with a lower cap…
The Inside Story: A Look Behind the Lens with Knights’ Photographer Zak Krill
[ad_1] LAS VEGAS, NEVADA – JANUARY 11: Isaiah Saville #31 of the Vegas Golden Knights and Jeremy Swayman #1 of the Boston Bruins talk prior to a game at T-Mobile Arena on January 11, 2024 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Zak Krill/NHLI via Getty Images) NELSON, NEVADA – OCTOBER 24: A Henderson Silver Knights…
Edmonton Oilers reportedly request Evander Kane to waive no-move clause
[ad_1] According to NHL insider Elliotte Friedman, word coming out of the NHL Draft this weekend is that the Edmonton Oilers are contemplating trading Evander Kane. On the latest 32 Thoughts podcast, Friedman noted: “There were rumors that the Oilers had asked Evander Kane to waive his no-move clause, but as of Saturday that had…