Archive for February, 2008
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February 26th, 2008 | Posted by Wicked | Category: Canada | No CommentsThe Montreal Canadians are close to striking a deal with Marian Hossa and the Atlanta Thrashers. Marian Hossa would add a lot of scoring potential to an already dangerous Montreal Canadians team.
Montreal plays Atlanta tonight, so if he does get traded to the Canadians he will be playing against his former team tonight. Stay tuned [...]
Vaclav Prospal Traded from Lightning to Flyers
February 25th, 2008 | Posted by Wicked | Category: NHL trade rumors | No CommentsVinny Prospal was traded to the Philadelphia Flyers from the Tampa Bay Lightning today in exchange for defenseman Alexandre Picard and 2nd or 3rd round pick in 2008-2009.
If Philadelphia qualifies for the 2008 Eastern Conference Finals Tampa Bay will receive Philadelphia’s second-round pick in 2009, and if they do not the Lightning will receive Calgary’s [...]
Dan Boyle Signs 6 year $40 million Deal with Lightning
February 25th, 2008 | Posted by Wicked | Category: Tampa Bay Lightning | No CommentsDan Boyle signed a contract extension with the Tampa Bay Lightning today for 6 years and $40 million, equal to $6.66 million a year for the next 6 years.
“As John Tortorella has consistently said, Danny is the player that makes our offense go from the back end, and this signing demonstrates the commitment of current [...]
Peter Forsberg Signed by the Colorado Avalanche
February 25th, 2008 | Posted by Wicked | Category: Colorado Avalanche | No CommentsThe Colorado Avalanche Signed Peter Forsberg to a 1 year contract at $5 million a season, prorated so that he receives $1 million this season. Peter Forsberg said,
“It’s a real good lineup,” Forsberg said. “We can make a run.”
Forsberg said that he feels his foot will hold up just fine through the rest of the [...]
Forsberg May Sign Today, Marian Hossa Trade Rumors
February 25th, 2008 | Posted by Wicked | Category: NHL trade rumors | No CommentsMarian Hossa is likely to be traded tomorrow morning before the trade deadline according to many trade rumors. Hossa trade rumors show a couple of teams that are interested, but leading the way are the Wings, Senators, and Canadians.
Peter Forsberg is rumored to make his decision today as to whether or not he will return. [...]
Mats Sundin is Staying in Toronto
February 25th, 2008 | Posted by Wicked | Category: Toronto Maple Leafs | No CommentsMats Sundin has made his final decision about being traded before the trade deadline. Sundin refuses to waive his no trade clause and will remain a Toronto Maple Leaf.
“I cannot leave my teammates and join another NHL club at this time. I have never believed in the concept of a rental player…I hope everyone will [...]
Joe Sakic Activated from IR, will Play Tonight vs. Oilers
February 24th, 2008 | Posted by Wicked | Category: Colorado Avalanche | No CommentsJoe Sakic was activated off Injured Reserve today by the Colorado Avalanche and will play tonight against the Edmonton Oilers. Joe Sakic has only played in 24 games this season and as amassed 22 points.
Joe Sakic is returning against the Oilers tonight for his first game since he had surgery for a hernia before the [...]
University of Denver Pioneer’s College Hockey Update
February 24th, 2008 | Posted by Wicked | Category: College Hockey | No CommentsThe University of Denver Pioneer’s college hockey team has been one of the best teams in the WCHA and in the NCAA all year long. Before New Years, the DU Pioneers went 16-4, holding a top 5 ranking for most of the season. But after New Years they hit a considerable bump [...]