Spector's Hockey
Your one-stop source since 1998 for the latest NHL trade and free agent rumors. NHL Prognosticator, Lyle Richardson (A.K.A.
Spector) compiles trade rumors, headlines and notable blog posts from around the NHL, plus commentary on the latest NHL headlines, state of the game, Canadian teams, playoff predictions, and more.
The Toronto Maple Leafs's stalemate with left winger Nick Robertson continues, and they've now been linked to UFA Max Pacioretty. And where could Calen Addison go? Find out in The Hockey News' NHL Rumor Roundup. https://thehockeynews.com/news/nhl-rumor-roundup-latest-on-max-pacioretty-nick-robertson-and-calen-addison
04/09/2024
In today’s NHL Rumor Mill, we examine the fallout from Leon Draisaitl’s expensive new contract with the Oilers and its effect on Mitch Marner’s negotiations with the Leafs plus the latest on free-agent winger Max Pacioretty. https://www.spectorshockey.net/2024/09/nhl-rumor-mill-september-4-2024/
The Columbus Blue Jackets and Calgary Flames to hold candlelight vigils for the Gaudreau brothers, plus the latest on Leon Draisaitl, Brad Marchand, Torey Krug, Thatcher Demko, and more in today’s NHL Morning Coffee Headlines. https://www.spectorshockey.net/2024/09/nhl-morning-coffee-headlines-september-4-2024/
NHL training camps begin later in September, and some notable RFAs on the Red Wings, Bruins, Maple Leafs, Jets and Stars remain unsigned. Check out the latest in The Hockey News' NHL Rumor Roundup https://thehockeynews.com/news/clock-ticking-for-nhl-teams-negotiating-with-unsigned-rfas
The Edmonton Oilers signed Leon Draisaitl today to an eight-year, $112-million contract extension with an average annual value of $14 million. https://www.spectorshockey.net/2024/09/edmonton-oilers-sign-leon-draisaitl-to-an-eight-year-contract-extension/
03/09/2024
Could the Edmonton Oilers attempt to get Leon Draisaitl and Connor McDavid to accept deferred payments on their next contracts? Could that also be an option for the New Jersey Devilsand Dawson Mercer? Would it make sense for the Philadelphia Flyers to pursue Nicholas Robertson? Find out in today’s NHL Rumor Mill. https://www.spectorshockey.net/2024/09/nhl-rumor-mill-september-3-2024/
03/09/2024
Brad Marchand’s future with the Boston Bruins, early contenders for the Calder Trophy, and more in today’s NHL Morning Coffee Headlines. https://www.spectorshockey.net/2024/09/nhl-morning-coffee-headlines-september-3-2024/
Deferred salary isn't new in the NHL, but the way the Carolina Hurricanes have taken advantage of it has led to speculation about other free agents. Check out the latest in The Hockey News' NHL Rumor Roundup. https://thehockeynews.com/news/will-seth-jarvis-new-contract-with-the-hurricanes-affect-other-nhl-free-agents
02/09/2024
The latest on the remaining notable unrestricted free agents in today’s NHL Rumor Mill. https://www.spectorshockey.net/2024/09/nhl-rumor-mill-september-2-2024/
02/09/2024
Clayton Keller looks forward to Utah’s upcoming season, Patrik Laine arrives in Montreal, Dylan Holloway talks about the Edmonton Oilers’ reaction to his offer sheet from the St. Louis Blues, and more in today’s NHL Morning Coffee Headlines. https://www.spectorshockey.net/2024/09/nhl-morning-coffee-headlines-september-2-2024/
B/R NHL Trade Block Big Board: September 2024 https://bleacherreport.com/articles/10133758-br-nhl-trade-block-big-board-september-2024
The Carolina Hurricanes signed Seth Jarvis on Saturday but other notable restricted free agents remain unsigned. Check out the latest in the Sunday NHL Rumor Roundup. https://www.spectorshockey.net/2024/09/sunday-nhl-rumor-roundup-september-1-2024/
01/09/2024
The Carolina Hurricanes re-sign Seth Jarvis, Meredith Gaudreau posts a tribute to her late husband Johnny Gaudreau, the Boston Bruins sign Tyler Johnson to a PTO contract, and more in today’s NHL Morning Coffee Headlines. https://www.spectorshockey.net/2024/09/nhl-morning-coffee-headlines-september-1-2024/
Lyle Richardson gathers some of the latest discussion regarding the Ottawa Senators' new starting netminder, the Winnipeg Jets' Nikolaj Ehlers and trade possibilities in Alberta. Check out the latest in The Hockey News' NHL Rumor Roundup. https://thehockeynews.com/news/nhl-rumor-roundup-the-latest-on-linus-ullmark-nikolaj-ehlers-the-oilers-and-flames
The hockey world is in mourning over the tragic deaths of Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau. Reaction and more in today’s NHL Morning Coffee Headlines. https://www.spectorshockey.net/2024/08/nhl-morning-coffee-headlines-august-31-2024/
In today’s NHL Rumor Mill: The latest speculation about Linus Ullmark’s next contract, rumored PTO destinations for free-agent winger Filip Zadina, and several Philadelphia Flyers face uncertain futures. https://www.spectorshockey.net/2024/08/nhl-rumor-mill-august-30-2024/
30/08/2024
Columbus Blue Jackets winger Johnny Gaudreau has passed away. Details and more in today’s NHL Morning Coffee Headlines. https://www.spectorshockey.net/2024/08/nhl-morning-coffee-headlines-august-30-2024/
Nick Robertson still hasn't agreed on a new deal with the Toronto Maple Leafs and reportedly still wants out. Speculation suggests that's easier said than done. Check out the latest in The Hockey News' NHL Rumor Roundup. https://thehockeynews.com/news/will-nick-robertson-successfully-force-the-toronto-maple-leafs-to-trade-him
29/08/2024
Is Jeremy Swayman seeking $10 million annually? What are the Toronto Maple Leafs’ options to bolster their left wing? What’s the latest speculation about Seth Jarvis’ contract talks with the Carolina Hurricanes? Find out in today’s NHL Rumor Mill. https://www.spectorshockey.net/2024/08/nhl-rumor-mill-august-29-2024/
Jeremy Swayman talks about his contract negotiations with the Boston Bruins, Rutger McGroarty doesn’t reveal much about why he didn’t want to play for the Winnipeg Jets, and more in today’s NHL Morning Coffee Headlines. https://www.spectorshockey.net/2024/08/nhl-morning-coffee-headlines-august-29-2024/
The Boston Bruins and goaltender Jeremy Swayman could be waiting for the other party to give in first, based on recent rumors and speculation. Check out the latest in The Hockey News' NHL Rumor Roundup. https://thehockeynews.com/news/jeremy-swaymans-contract-talks-with-the-boston-bruins-take-an-interesting-turn
In today’s NHL Rumor Mill: Nick Robertson still wants the Toronto Maple Leafs to trade him, free-agent winger Filip Zadina is close to signing with a new club, and the latest on the Calgary Flames. https://www.spectorshockey.net/2024/08/nhl-rumor-mill-august-28-2024/
The latest on Florida Panthers center Sam Bennett, the Vancouver Canucks’ goalie options if Thatcher Demko is unavailable for training camp, Minnesota Wild GM Bill Guerin, talks about his expectations for this season and more in today’s NHL Morning Coffee Headlines. https://www.spectorshockey.net/2024/08/nhl-morning-coffee-headlines-august-28-2024/
After reports that Thatcher Demko will miss some pre-season time with an injury, the speculation increased on goaltending targets for the Vancouver Canucks. Check out the latest in The Hockey News' NHL Rumor Roundup https://thehockeynews.com/news/the-vancouver-canucks-could-be-shopping-for-a-goaltender
Buy or Sell Every Significant NHL Trade Made Last Week https://bleacherreport.com/articles/10133164-buy-or-sell-every-significant-nhl-trade-made-last-week
Is Jeremy Swayman seeking more than the Boston Bruins can accord? Could the Edmonton Oilers trade for a defenseman? Will the Winnipeg Jets shop Nikolaj Ehlers this season? Find out in today’s NHL Rumor Mill. https://www.spectorshockey.net/2024/08/nhl-rumor-mill-august-27-2024/
27/08/2024
The players prepare to protect their contracts from future labor strife, the Columbus Blue Jackets take protective measures with 2024 first-rounder Cayden Lidstrom, and more in today’s NHL Morning Coffee Headlines. https://www.spectorshockey.net/2024/08/nhl-morning-coffee-headlines-august-27-2024/
The latest Edmonton Oilers speculation now suggests the team wants another defenseman sooner rather than later. Could a former Oiler be that addition? Check out the latest in The Hockey News' NHL Rumor Roundup. https://thehockeynews.com/news/could-the-edmonton-oilers-bring-back-tyson-barrie
The latest on Carolina Hurricanes winger Martin Necas, New York Islanders winger Oliver Wahlstrom, Minnesota Wild goalie Filip Gustavsson, and an update on the Toronto Maple Leafs in today’s NHL Rumor Mill. https://www.spectorshockey.net/2024/08/nhl-rumor-mill-august-26-2024/
More details on why the Philadelphia Flyers terminated Ryan Johansen’s contract, Canadiens de Montréal captain Nick Suzuki on how the addition of Patrik Laine should help his club, and more in today’s NHL Morning Coffee Headlines. https://www.spectorshockey.net/2024/08/nhl-morning-coffee-headlines-august-26-2024/
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