Olympics Buzz: Jagr will be motivated at Olympics to prove he can still play in the NHL
Jagr still eyeing a return to the NHL according to former teammate
NHL: Penguins exploring “two options”
Inside Pittsburgh Sports NHL Rumor Mill 2/24/09 Penguins exploring two options as the trade deadline is eight days away
NHL Insider Report: Antropov, Kaberle drawing significant interest; NYR to pursue Scuderi in FA?
The Penguins, Hurricanes, Stars and Blue Jackets have had discussions with the Leafs about forward Nik Antropov. Leafs GM Brian Burke is driving up the price for Antropov If Blues forward Andy McDonald hits the free agent market, Brian Burke will look to bring him in. Rob Scuderi has been one of the Penguins most consistent defensemen this season. Scuderi could triple his current salary on the open market and sources indicate the Rangers will make a play for him if he opts for free agency. If Mark Eaton is worth two million per season, Scuderi’s representatives will be using that as a starting point in talks with the Penguins. The Minnesota Wild have inquired about Lightning forward Martin St.
Penguins recall Chris Minard/ Fedotenko placed on IR; Out 4-6 weeks
The Penguins have recalled forward Chris Minard. Minard has appeared in five games this season and this will be his third call up of the season. Minard leads the AHL with 26 goals and is tied for second with 41 points Defenseman Kris Letang has been selected to play in the future stars game As expected Ruslan Fedotenko has been placed on IR and will miss 4-6 weeks with a broken hand. The Latest Penguins Buzz The most disturbing thing during the Penguins last losing steak is the teams they are losing to. Just in the past week they lost to Florida who was on a four game losing streak, New York who came into Monday’s game with one win
The Latest Penguins Buzz
Not much going on in the rumor mill with the Roster Freeze being tomorrow but here’s the latest buzz
NHL: Shanahan continues to explore the market
Winger Brendan Shanahan continues to explore the free-agent market according to the Philly.com. “He’s still trying to see which is the best fit,” his agent, Rick Curran, said last night. Sources tell Inside Pittsburgh Sports, the Philadelphia Flyers, Boston Bruins, Washington Capitals, Chicago Blackhawks and the Montreal Canadiens remain potential landing spots for Shanahan. Chicago and Montreal have been making late pitches to lure Shanahan to their cities. The Flyers, Capitals and Devils are near the top of Shanahan’s wish list. It has not been confirmed that the New Jersey Devils have made a offer but there has been discussions between the two sides. Source Philly.com
Deal in the works between the Av’s & Sens?
The Latest NHL Buzz The Tampa Bay Lightning are shopping Radim Vrbata who has minimal value right now. Vrbata has gone 40 games dating back to last season without a goal. Winger Gary Roberts is also believed to be on the trade block with the Detroit Red Wings showing interest. The big name who could be moved at the trade deadline is Marty St. Louis. If the playoffs are an afterthought, indications are ownership will explore the possibility with the idea of getting younger and clearing enough cap room to make a run at one of the top tier wingers on the free agent market next season. St. Louis is 33 yrs old and has two years remaining on his
NHL: Shanahan meeting with Flyers GM?
Bob McKenzie of TSN reported today that free agent forward Brendan Shanahan is meeting with Flyers GM Paul Holmgren today. The two sides are expected to discuss what kind of role Shanahan would play with the Flyers if he were to sign with them. The St. Louis Blues are the only team to publically acknowledge having interest in Shanahan. The Av’s, Bruins, Capitals, Predators have made inquiries in the past week. Shanahan remains very interested in playing in the Northeast. Sources tell Inside Pittsburgh Sports, the Penguins have minimal interest in Shanahan.
The Latest Penguins Buzz
The Penguins coming off of an 4-1 loss to the Phoenix Coyotes have arrived in St. Louis and cancelled their practice for this afternoon. The Penguins are having trouble finding common ground and only have 25 goals in 11 games. With today being an off day its gives the front office and the coaching staff the opportunity to explore their options. Could we expect some changes when the Penguins return from their 9 game road trip? Will they stay in-house to resolve the goal scoring issues? The Latest speculation and a update on Sidney Crosby
NHL: Shanahan close to signing with NYR?
The status of Brendan Shanahan remains the same as it did in August. The Rangers front office remains split on whether to bring Shanahan back and despite reports from last week that a signing was imminent, Shanahan’s status is unchanged. Source: NY Post