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Even in the depressingly hockey-free summer, we expect to be a productive bunch here at Pro Hockey Talk. Sometimes it might be difficult to follow our pace. We understand that. For that reason, whenever we can, we’ll put all of the day’s stories in one convenient post called the PHT Nightcap. Enjoy, hockey fans. Rookie…
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When approached with Sheldon Souray’s complaints and trade demands in April, Edmonton Oilers coach-turned-advisor Pat Quinn didn’t soak his words in PR-speak. To paraphrase Quinn, he said if Souray didn’t want to be there, then “get the hell out.” The Oilers couldn’t find a trade partner for Souray this off-season but instead of attempting to…
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Ryan Malone hands jersey No. 12 to new teammate Simon Gagne, takes No. 6
Sep 13, 2010, 9:45 PM EDT
With training camp approaching and the summer bringing a great deal of league-wide change, new teammates are given the opportunity to make a first impression on each other. In a sport jam-packed with unassuming, humble athletes who make some not-so-humble salaries, it’s always great to read about little moments of generosity. I discussed Drew Doughty’s…
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Nose surgeries are a cosmetic procedure in Hollywood, but in hockey, a broken nose is an ugly badge of honor. Just take a look at the often-rearranged snout of Dallas Stars defenseman Stephane Robidas. He had a lousy plus/minus (-20) in his rookie season, Mike del Zotto had an impressive offensive season on the New…
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NHL fines Devils $3M, one first rounder and third rounder in 2011 for rejected Kovalchuk contract
Sep 13, 2010, 8:00 PM EDT
The second (approved) Ilya Kovalchuk contract will cost the New Jersey Devils $100 million over 15 years, a $6.6 million annual cap hit and possibly a mid-level roster player, but the first failed one won’t be cheap either. Dan Rosen of NHL.com reports that the NHL fined the Devils $3 million and two draft picks…
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Islanders prospect Kirill Kabanov justifies head case talk by showing up late to prospects camp
Sep 13, 2010, 7:30 PM EDT
Kirill Kabanov might be the ultimate example of how attitude issues (and the confusion that comes with dealing with unpredictable Russian players who lack much in the way of transfer regulations) can affect a player’s status with an NHL team. The New York Islanders prospect was described as some by a high-end prospect but plummeted…
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Columbus Blue Jackets season ticket sales drop 24.5 percent compared to last summer
Sep 13, 2010, 6:40 PM EDT
Comments OffAfter making a surprising (if fruitless) run to the playoffs during the 2008-09 season, the Columbus Blue Jackets had a disastrous campaign last year. It cost them their hard-driving head coach Ken Hitchcock and apparently had a Battlefield Earth-like effect on their ticket sales. The Columbus Dispatch reports that Blue Jackets season ticket sales are…
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Vesa Toskala turned down a contract offer from Calgary… Seriously
Sep 13, 2010, 5:50 PM EDT
From today’s “NHL Believe It Or Not” files, James Mirtle of the Toronto Globe & Mail fills us in about the unemployment of former Leafs goalie Vesa Toskala. Toskala, who was dealt to Calgary halfway through last season, struggled famously with both Toronto and Calgary. In Calgary, at least, Toskala was able to serve as…
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Stars still negotiating with RFAs James Neal and Matt Niskanen
Sep 13, 2010, 5:16 PM EDT
Comments OffWhile other teams are getting the last of their restricted free agents into camp, the Dallas Stars continue to plod along with negotiations of their own. There are just four restricted free agents left to be signed this off-season and Dallas has two of them in James Neal and Matt Niskanen (the others are Bobby…
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Sabres defenseman Craig Rivet will be ready for start of the season
Sep 13, 2010, 4:39 PM EDT
Sabres captain Craig Rivet is set to be ready for the start of the season after undergoing off-season shoulder surgery. The Sabres reliance on Rivet this year is relatively important. Not only being the team captain, he’s the lynchpin to their defensive work along the blue line as well. While the Sabres added Shaone Morrisonn…
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Devils' Rolston and Salvador uneasy about unknown future with the team
Sep 13, 2010, 3:13 PM EDT
Comments OffWe’ve certainly talked more than enough lately about the potential effects of Ilya Kovalchuk re-signing with the Devils. We know, you’re probably tired of hearing about the whole thing and we don’t blame you. There are still a few things left for the Devils to do before the season starts, mainly clearing salary space. Two…
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Canes GM Jim Rutherford: 2010 draft pick Jeff Skinner could make the NHL this year
Sep 13, 2010, 2:43 PM EDT
Comments OffYesterday we looked at 2010 first round pick Erik Gudbranson’s chances of cracking the Florida Panthers lineup and today the focus turns to another team in the Southeast Division and their top pick from 2010. Carolina’s Jeff Skinner has been doing his best to show his skills in the Traverse City Tournament, but Hurricanes GM…
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Today's moment of hockey zen: HSBC Arena crew lays down ice for the season
Sep 13, 2010, 2:05 PM EDT
If you needed your moment of zen as you patiently (impatiently?) wait for the start of hockey season, the Buffalo Sabres are here to help you calm your nerves/get you even more excited. Here’s the Sabres time-lapse video of the ice maintenance crew at HSBC Arena laying down and painting the ice in preparation for…
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We talked about Canucks GM Mike Gillis meeting with Roberto Luongo this morning to discuss his future as team captain and as it turns out, Roberto Luongo will be relinquishing his role as Canucks team captain. Gillis’ thoughts on the move, per the team’s release on the matter: “Roberto has been an excellent captain for…
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Canadiens GM Gauthier: Montreal will have a captain this year
Sep 13, 2010, 12:55 PM EDT
Comments OffFrom the Department of Overdue and Dramatic Decisions this morning, Montreal Canadiens GM Pierre Gauthier declared during his morning press conference that the Canadiens will, indeed, have a captain this season. General manager Pierre Gauthier said Monday there will be a few candidates for the job but gave no hint of who will be chosen.…
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You can take another restricted free agent off the waiting list for a contract. ESPN’s Pierre LeBrun tweets that the Atlanta Thrashers have re-signed scoring forward Niclas Bergfors to a one-year deal worth $900,000. This now sets Atlanta’s lineup for training camp as Bergfors was the last loose end to get taken care of. Bergfors…
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Canucks GM Mike Gillis to talk with Roberto Luongo about captaincy today
Sep 13, 2010, 10:44 AM EDT
Comments OffIf you’re a Canucks fan that’s been sitting on the edge of your seat hoping to find some news about whether or not Roberto Luongo will be the team’s captain again next season, first of all, relax. Secondly, we’ve got an update for you. Canucks GM Mike Gillis is finding his hands full of drama…
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Ilari Filppula, Valtteri's older brother, looks to impress Wings coaches in camp
Sep 13, 2010, 9:48 AM EDT
Comments OffYou might say that the Detroit Red Wings might feel a bit snake-bit in dealing with guys from the Finnish Elite League these days. Two years ago, they signed SM-liiga MVP Ville Leino only to see him slump mightily with Detroit while struggling within coach Mike Babcock’s system. They traded him to Philadelphia for defenseman…
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Canucks forward Bill Sweatt explains his side in the non-signing debacle with Toronto
Sep 13, 2010, 9:30 AM EDT
When you’re a prospect of a high-profile team, life can be hard if expectations aren’t met. If you’re a guy like Bill Sweatt who gets traded from the high-profile team that drafted you in Chicago to one in a pressure-cooker city like Toronto, life can be even tougher if you’ve got just a short time…
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Since we’re all hungry for something resembling real hockey, here’s the rundown of today’s action at the rookie tournaments going on across North America. That makes it sound sexy, doesn’t it? Traverse City Tournament – Traverse City, Michigan Minnesota 5 – Columbus 1 Oliver Gabriel scored first for Columbus, but it was all Minnesota after…
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Video: Highlights: Penguins crush Senators to move on
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Video: Neil hits Murray below the belt
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Video: Morrow's goal up for review in Game 5
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Video: Phantom penalty called on Crosby
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Video: I was there: Bruins stun Maple Leafs in Game 7
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Video: Top-seeded Blackhawks on brink of elimination
