Category: Elliotte Friedman
NHL’s relationship with CapFriendly was ‘icy’ before Capitals’ purchase, sale has left teams without internal infrastructure ‘scrambling’
SportsnetThe Washington Capitals sent shockwaves through the hockey world when it was revealed on Sunday that they purchased the popular salary-cap site CapFriendly and will be shuttering it for public use. Washington plans to keep the site up through the 2024 NHL Draft and the beginning of free agency but l...
Read moreNHL Rumors: The CBA, Cutting the NHL Draft to Four Rounds, and LTIR
Jeff MarekThe NHLPA will start reviewing the CBA soon. Some are thinking the NHL draft should be reduced to four rounds. No LTIR fix until the next CBA.
Read moreNHL Rumors: Jacob Markstrom, and Three Teams in the Goalie Market
Elliotte FriedmanThe Calgary Flames are trying to keep things quiet involving Jacob Markstrom. The Devils are out there, and Friedman wonders about the Leafs and Senators.
Read moreNHL Rumors: Jacob Markstrom, and Three Teams in the Goalie Market
Calgary FlamesThe Calgary Flames are trying to keep things quiet involving Jacob Markstrom. The Devils are out there, and Friedman wonders about the Leafs and Senators.
Read moreCanucks News & Rumors: Lindholm, Zadorov, Chatfield & More
CanucksIn this edition of the Vancouver Canucks News & Rumors, Elias Lindholm is likely heading to free agency. Also, an update on contract negotiations with Nikita Zadorov. Also, the Canucks…
Read moreNHL Rumors: Winnipeg Jets, and the Philadelphia Flyers
Elliotte FriedmanJets defenseman Brendan Dillon heading to free agency. The Philadelphia Flyers won't be big players in free agency but are open to hockey trades.
Read moreCanucks Notes: Lindholm, Chatfield, Zadorov
Vancouver CanucksElliotte Friedman reported on the Jeff Marek Show today that it doesn’t appear that the Vancouver Canucks will be able to hang on to pending unrestricted free agent center Elias Lindholm. Friedman referenced recent reports that the Canucks were willing to offer Lindholm a seven-year deal for $7MM pe...
Read moreNHL Rumors: The Carolina Hurricanes are looking for ‘star power’ in return for Martin Necas
Jeff MarekThe Carolina Hurricanes consider Martin Necas as a budding star, and are looking for 'star power' in return for him in any trade.
Read moreStars, Matt Duchene Have Mutual Interest In Extension
DallasMatt Duchene wants to remain in the Lone Star State next season, he recently said on The Sweep Spot on Sportsradio 96.7FM/1310 the Ticket. The veteran forward said that “money is definitely not the No. 1 bucket,” implying he’d take a discount to sign an extension with the Stars. That follows a repor...
Read moreEvening Notes: Saros, CapFriendly, Dillon
SportsnetStar Nashville Predators goaltender Juuse Saros has been deeply entrenched in trade rumors for much of the season, largely thanks to the emergence of top goalie prospect Yaroslav Askarov in the minor leagues. But the two sides might not be set for the departure many are expecting, with Sportsnet’s E...
Read moreWashington Capitals buying CapFriendly, site shuttering for public use in July
Washington CapitalsThe Washington Capitals will reportedly purchase the salary-cap site CapFriendly, according to Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman. Operating since 2016, CapFriendly shares information on NHL contracts and the salary cap and has been used by fans, teams, and media alike. Friedman reports that both sides o...
Read moreNHL Rumors: Will Juuse Saros Wait for Igor Shesterkin to Sign His Extension?
Igor ShesterkinJuuse Saros and Igor Shesterkin are in line for big contract extensions this offseason. Will Saros' camp wait for Shesterkin to sign his deal?
Read moreNHL Rumors: The Vancouver Canucks and Pending UFA Defensemen Nikita Zadorov and Tyler Myers
Vancouver CanucksVancouver Canucks pending UFA defenseman Nikita Zadorov may have given them a number below market value. Can the Canucks fit in?
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