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New Jersey Devils Buzz: Friday, July 9th

Posted: 9th July 2010 by Todd Cordell in NHL
Here is the latest buzz around the NHL surrounding the New Jersey Devils: Devils GM Lou Lamoriello has stated that the Ilya Kovalchuk talks are not interfering with any other business or offseason plans the Devils have. According to Dmitry Chesnokov of Yahoo! Sports, Kovalchuk's mother spoke to the media about her son and said, "I want my son to play in the NHL. Because ...

Ilya Kovalchuk Update: Friday, July 9

Posted: 9th July 2010 by Todd Cordell in NHL
Here is the latest on the never ending Ilya Kovalchuk soap opera. According to Dmitry Chesnokov of Yahoo! Sports, Ilya Kovalchuk's mother spoke to the media about her son and said, "I want my son to play in the NHL. Because to play in the best league was always his dream." Like I have said countless times I think he will stay in New Jersey. If Kovalchuk does ...

Ilya Kovalchuk Update

Posted: 6th July 2010 by Todd Cordell in NHL
It is believed that Ilya Kovalchuk's two options are the Devils and the KHL. When Devils Insider Tom Gulitti asked Devils GM Lou Lamoriello about his cap and if they were to sign Kovalchuk, Lamoriello replied, "Don't worry about my cap." Ilya Kovalchuk's Russian agent also believes he will stay in the NHL, so all signs point toward Kovalchuk staying ...

NHL Buzz: Tuesday, July 6

Posted: 6th July 2010 by Todd Cordell in NHL
It is expected to be a very busy week in the NHL, here is the latest on what may happen. Things are expected to pick up on the Tomas Kaberle front today. Rumored teams interested are the Sabres, Ducks, Kings, and Devils (if they clear some cap or don't sign Kovalchuk). Nikolai Zherdev is indeed returning to the NHL. Rumor has it the Sabres and Bruins are very ...

NHL Buzz: Monday, July 5th

Posted: 5th July 2010 by Todd Cordell in NHL
I am switching things up for today's edition of NHL Buzz, instead of telling you random rumors I am answering questions that the people want to know.   Q:  AndrewJameSmith @ToddNHL where oh where will kooky go, where oh where will he end up? A: I think Kovalchuk will re-sign in New Jersey or sign in Anaheim.   Q:Cflames12 @ToddNHL waiting to hear about white any news #flames A: Hearing they are ...

NHL Buzz: Sunday, July 4th

Posted: 4th July 2010 by Todd Cordell in NHL
It was a busy week in the NHL, here is a recap of everything that happened as well as some rumors of what might be on the horizon. Rumors Yesterday I spoke to Miroslav Satan's agent Allan Walsh and asked him about the rumors that he and his client were in talks with the Blues, he replied "no truth" so you can put the Satan to the Blues ...

NHL Buzz: Friday, July 2

Posted: 2nd July 2010 by Todd Cordell in NHL
Here is the latest, heading into day two of free agency. When I asked Miroslav Satan's agent Allan Walsh about the rumors that they were in talks with the Blues, he replied "no truth." I have been told that the Flames are not done making moves, so expect something big. The Kings, Devils, and, surprisingly, the Leafs are in on Ilya Kovalchuk. However, the Leafs and Devils are not willing to pay eight ...

NHL Buzz: Tuesday, June 29th

Posted: 29th June 2010 by Todd Cordell in NHL
With NHL free agency just a few days away, here are some rumors on who may be going where. According to ESPN.com, the Blues, Capitals, and Penguins are all possible destinations for Paul Martin, however, if the Maple Leafs move Tomas Kaberle for a top six forward, Martin might draw the eye of Maple Leafs GM Brian Burke. According to Atlanta Journal Constitution writer Chris Vivlamore, defenseman Pavel Kubina has said that ...

NHL Draft: Who Is Ready For an Oil Change?

Posted: 23rd June 2010 by Todd Cordell in NHL
These rankings are based on which team is picking so don't give me a hard time if I get a few picks wrong due to teams trading picks.   1. Taylor Hall - Oilers 2. Tyler Seguin — Bruins 3. Brandon Gormley — Panthers 4. Cam Fowler — Blue Jackets 5. Erik Gudbranson — Islanders 6. Jack Campbell — Lightning 7. Nino Niederreiter — Hurricanes 8. Vladimir Tarasenko — Thrashers 9. Ryan Johansen — Wild 10. Brett Connolly — Rangers 11. Derek Forbort — Stars 12. Jeff Skinner — Ducks 13. Mikael Granlund — Coyotes 14. Alex ...

NHL Buzz: Monday, June 21st

Posted: 21st June 2010 by Todd Cordell in NHL
With the NHL entry draft a few days away, I have to write rumor blogs everyday or will fall behind. Here is the latest. The Ottawa Senators are expected to trade defenseman Anton Volchenkov's rights before or at the draft. The Chicago Blackhawks are shopping forwards Patrick Sharp, Kris Versteeg and Dustin Byfuglien. The Toronto Maple Leafs appear interested. An offer sheet may be coming for goalkeeper Antti Niemi July ...