Being the only team that can offer Mitch Marner an eight-year term before July 1st, Cam Robinson of EliteProspects has indicated the Toronto Maple Leafs could entertain a sign-and-trade scenario with Marner this offseason. The motivation behind the idea would be for Toronto to recoup some trade assets for Marner, rather than seeing him leave for nothing. However, a … [Read more...] about Johnston: Marchand Will Make $8MM On Next Deal
Aaron Ekblad Hoping To Stay With Panthers
While Aaron Ekblad and the Florida Panthers are in the midst of their second consecutive Stanley Cup run, the star defenseman isn’t shying away from thinking about his future with the franchise. According to Michael Russo of The Athletic, the pending unrestricted free agent has expressed strong interest in resigning with the Panthers. “I live and breathe for the Florida … [Read more...] about Aaron Ekblad Hoping To Stay With Panthers
Finals Notes: Hyman, Gadjovich, Nosek
Veteran winger Zach Hyman isn’t available for the Oilers for the Stanley Cup Final against the Florida Panthers, but that doesn’t mean he isn’t going to make an impact on the team. According to NHL.com reporter Jamie Umbach, Hyman continues to make a positive impact through his leadership, despite undergoing surgery to repair the wrist he dislocated in Game 4 of the Western … [Read more...] about Finals Notes: Hyman, Gadjovich, Nosek
Re-Examining The Conference Finalists’ Trade Deadline Acquisitions
The trade deadline is always an interesting time to reflect on with the benefit of hindsight. Several massive trades were made leading up to it, including two trades involving star forward Mikko Rantanen. With the playoffs down to just two teams, and a bit of a break coming, an opportunity has presented itself to re-examine the deadline and look back at some winners and losers, … [Read more...] about Re-Examining The Conference Finalists’ Trade Deadline Acquisitions
Aleksander Barkov Wins Frank J. Selke Trophy, King Clancy Memorial Trophy
The NHL has announced that Florida Panthers centerman Aleksander Barkov is the winner of the 2024-25 Frank J. Selke Trophy and King Clancy Memorial Trophy. The Selke Trophy is awarded annually to the forward who exhibits the best defensive acumen. The King Clancy Memorial Trophy is awarded to the player who best exemplifies leadership qualities on and off of the ice. This is … [Read more...] about Aleksander Barkov Wins Frank J. Selke Trophy, King Clancy Memorial Trophy