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Report: Buffalo Sabres might be going all-in on Steven Stamkos

The Buffalo Sabres might be going all-in this offseason. TSN hockey insider Darren Dreger appeared on TSN 690 on Tuesday and made some interesting comments regarding the Sabres’ interest in unrestricted free agent Steven Stamkos. He reports Buffalo is interested in the former Maurice Rocket Richard winner and that a number he’s hearing is $12 million […]

OSTRAVA, CZECH REPUBLIC – MAY 10: Jimmy Vesey (R) of USA tries to score against Robert Kristan (L), goalkeeper of Slovenia, during the IIHF World Championship group B match between Slovenia and USA at CEZ Arena on May 10, 2015 in Ostrava, Czech Republic. (Photo by Matej Divizna/Getty Images)

Predators trade college star Jimmy Vesey’s rights to Sabres

Jimmy Vesey’s rights are on the move. The Nashville Predators announced they’ve traded the rights to Vesey to the Buffalo Sabres in exchange for Minnesota’s third-round selection.

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Toronto Maple Leafs looking to upgrade everywhere, including in goal

Toronto Maple Leafs general manager Lou Lamoriello is keen on improving his squad. The 63-year-old talked with ESPN.com’s Pierre LeBrun, where he was asked about improving the Leafs’ mediocre goaltending. While Lamoriello responded with a standard, “everything can be upgraded” answer, he mentioned that he’s not going to rush making a move, but that everything, goaltending […]

in game four of the Western Conference Finals during the 2016 NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs at SAP Center on May 21, 2016 in San Jose, California.

Which goalies should teams target in free agency?

The upcoming free agent goalie crop is a rough one, but there are certain netminders available which teams should entertain signing. Martin Jones (trade and sign) and Michal Neuvirth both joined new teams last season and made huge impacts for their respective clubs. Good deals can be found, even in a weak free agent market. Here’s a […]

UNIONDALE, NY – MARCH 18: Goalie Ilya Bryzgalov #30 of the Minnesota Wild defends his goal during an NHL hockey game against the New York Islanders at Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum on March 18, 2014 in Uniondale, New York. (Photo by Paul Bereswill/Getty Images)

Ilya Bryzgalov, one of hockey’s best personalities, wants to return to the NHL

Ilya Bryzgalov is planning to make an NHL comeback. The  35-year-old last appeared in the league in a poor eight-game stint with the Anaheim Ducks, but Bryzgalov in true-Bryzgalovian fashion told NHLPA.com he was able to “rest, both spiritually and mentally” and that his passion for the sport has returned. “I feel the passion inside […]

DETROIT, MI – APRIL 24: Pavel Datsyuk #13 of the Detroit Red Wings moves the puck against the Boston Bruins of Game Four of the First Round of the 2014 NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs at Joe Louis Arena on April 24, 2014 in Detroit, Michigan. (Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty Images)

Pavel Datsyuk retires from NHL, set to return to Russia

Detroit Red Wings forward Pavel Datsyuk has confirmed what has been long-speculated for the past couple of months. He’s leaving the NHL and returning to Russia to play in the KHL. “My family and I have decided that it’s time to return home,” Datsyuk

at Pepsi Center on October 21, 2015 in Denver, Colorado.

Hurricanes’ decision to extend Cam Ward is both unnecessary and an overpayment

The Carolina Hurricanes have announced the club has reached a two-year, $6.6 million deal with goaltender Cam Ward. Bob McKenzie reports the deal features a modified no-trade clause. The netminder was an unrestricted free agent. The move comes as a bit of a surprise. Ward has long been on the decline and with his contract […]

SUNRISE, FL – OCTOBER 27: Dave Bolland #63 of the Florida Panthers looks on during a game against the Colorado Avalanche at BB&T Center on October 27, 2015 in Sunrise, Florida. (Photo by Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images)

Report: Dave Bolland fails physical, won’t be bought out by Panthers

There appears to be a snafu in the Florida Panthers attempt to buy-out disgruntled forward Dave Bolland. The Panthers were expected to cut ties with Bolland and shed the memory of his awful five-year, $27.5 million contract in order to gain a small amount of cap relief. Apparently, their efforts at buying out Bolland have […]

LAS VEGAS, NV – FEBRUARY 10: Fidelity National Financial Inc. Chairman and President of Hockey Vision Las Vegas Bill Foley speaks during a news conference at the MGM Grand Hotel & Casino announcing the launch of a season ticket drive to try to gauge if there is enough interest in Las Vegas to support an NHL team on February 10, 2015 in Las Vegas, Nevada. A Las Vegas franchise would play in a USD 375 million, 20,000-seat arena being built on the Strip by MGM Resorts International and AEG that is scheduled to open in the spring of 2016. (Photo by Ethan Miller/Getty Images)

Report: NHL has picked Las Vegas for expansion team

It appears hockey may be coming to Las Vegas. The Associated Press reports that the NHL has settled on Las Vegas as the location for an expansion team, under the stipulation the organizers can pay the $500 million expansion fee. The AP reports the decision was confirmed as a “done deal.” Quebec City was also considered for […]

WINNIPEG, MB – JANUARY 3: Randy Carlyle, head coach of the Toronto Maple Leafs, rubs his eyes on the bench in third period action in an NHL game against the Winnipeg Jets at the MTS Centre on January 3, 2015 in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada. (Photo by Marianne Helm/Getty Images)

The Anaheim Ducks bringing back Randy Carlyle as head coach is baffling

Here’s a shocking move. The Anaheim Ducks are bringing back Randy Carlyle to be their head coach as TSN’s Darren Dreger reported on Monday night. Yes, you read that right. Anaheim reportedly interviewed multiple candidates for the position, including future St. Louis Blues coach Mike Yeo, before making the decision to bring Carlyle back into […]

TAMPA, FL – SEPTEMBER 22: Head coach Barry Melrose of the Tampa Bay Lightning yells out to his team during action againstthe Pittsburgh Penguins in a preseason game at the St. Pete Times Forum on September 22, 2008 in Tampa, Florida. The Penguins defeated the Lightning 3-2. (Photo by Doug Benc/Getty Images)

Barry Melrose picked against the Penguins in every playoff round

Barry Melrose might take some heat from co-workers and Pittsburgh Penguins fans over his recent predictions. The ESPN analyst and former Tampa Bay Lightning head coach made predictions throughout the playoffs as a part of ESPN’s ongoing posts about each round. Melrose didn’t seem to have a lot of faith in the eventual Stanley Cup-winning Pittsburgh […]

NEW YORK, NY – DECEMBER 08: Sidney Crosby #87 of the Pittsburgh Penguins prepares to take the faceoff against the New York Rangers at Madison Square Garden on December 8, 2014 in New York City. The Rangers defeated the Penguins 4-3 in overtime. (Photo by Bruce Bennett/Getty Images)

Sidney Crosby won the Conn Smythe among many deserving candidates

The Stanley Cup Final wrapped up on Sunday night, as the Pittsburgh Penguins defeated the San Jose Sharks 3-1 in Game 6 to capture hockey’s biggest trophy. Penguins star Sidney Crosby won the Conn Smythe as most valuable player with a consistently impressive performance, dominating puck possession and putting up 19 points in 24 playoff […]

DALLAS, TX – JANUARY 02: (R-L) P.K. Subban #76 of the Montreal Canadiens celebrates his goal in the second period against the Dallas Stars at American Airlines Center on January 2, 2014 in Dallas, Texas. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)

Report: Canadiens say P.K. Subban isn’t available

P.K. Subban’s name is once again popping up in trade rumors, only this time, it appears reports suggest the Montreal Canadiens defenseman isn’t going anywhere. Darren Dreger of TSN.ca appeared on TSN Montreal 690 Radio and said he talked with a general manager in the Western Conference who tried to ask about the talented rearguard and […]

TORONTO, ON – NOVEMBER 14: (L-R) 2011 Hall of Fame inductee Mark Howe poses along with his father Gordie Howe during a photo opportunity at the Hockey Hall Of Fame on November 14, 2011 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. (Photo by Bruce Bennett/Getty Images)

Hockey legend Gordie Howe passes away at age 88

Mr. Hockey has passed away. Detroit Red Wings legend Gordie Howe died at the age of 88 on Friday morning with his family by his side. Howe’s son Marty, confirmed his passing to CNN Sports. Howe was one of the all-time greats, playing over 30 seasons in pro hockey. Howe played his first 25 seasons […]

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