Nichols' Notes: Draft Night
/ Chris NicholsAdding a center (or two) via trade or free agency a priority, Maloney said. After Ribeiro buyout, 10 GMs approached Maloney with ideas.
— Sarah McLellan (@azc_mclellan) June 28, 2025
Maloney said he still has some lines in the water regarding trade talk but more likely something gets done next week but who knows.
— Sarah McLellan (@azc_mclellan) June 28, 2025
He also said he is contacting teams about possible trades, but that nothing is materializing.
— Mike Heika (@MikeHeika) June 28, 2025
Jim Nill said they did try to trade back, but nobody would let them stay in 1st round. Wanted move back to 2nd round, and that was too far.
— Mike Heika (@MikeHeika) June 28, 2025
Aside from Vancouver, hearing Philadelphia and Tampa pushed real hard for first overall pick.
— Pierre LeBrun (@Real_ESPNLeBrun) June 28, 2025
That being said. People close to Brian Gionta are saying that his priority is still to sign with the Canadiens. Still time. #tvasports
— Renaud Lavoie (@renlavoietva) June 28, 2025
Rutherford suggested that the Penguins will find a linemate for Malkin when free agency begins. Nikolai Kulemin is the obvious candidate.
— Dave Molinari (@MolinariPG) June 28, 2025
#canadiens are still hopeful to sign Mike Weaver. They are less hopeful to sign Brian Gionta. He could hit the market July 1st.
— Renaud Lavoie (@renlavoietva) June 28, 2025
MacLellan said the #Caps have only interviewed one UFA candidate, because they've been so busy at the draft. More planned for next week.
— Alex Prewitt (@alex_prewitt) June 28, 2025
Rutherford, on Malkin losing his RW, James Neal, with whom he had chemistry: "You’re always concerned about that with your top players."
— Dave Molinari (@MolinariPG) June 28, 2025
Rutherford, on trading Neal: "We were just trying to change the mix of our team a little bit and get a little bit different type player."
— Dave Molinari (@MolinariPG) June 28, 2025
So Bowman won't back up what Rick Curran said about Sharp not being available. Consistently saying he won't speculate about anything.
— Mark Lazerus (@MarkLazerus) June 28, 2025
Murray confirmed he talked to Edmonton and Calgary about moving down if a player (clearly Reinhart) was taken at No. 1. #Sabres
— Mike Harrington (@BNHarrington) June 28, 2025
Tallon said no decision has been made on Jovo's future but his uncomfortable look seems to suggest buyout is looming #FlaPanthers
— Harvey Fialkov (@hfialkov) June 28, 2025
Tallon admitted Garrison was part of Canucks offer. Tallon still wants 2 veteran NHL d-men next week in free agency #FlaPanthers
— Harvey Fialkov (@hfialkov) June 28, 2025
Just got Dale Tallon, says he knew he was taken Ekblad at noon today but Flyers late offer was enticing. #FlaPanthers
— Harvey Fialkov (@hfialkov) June 28, 2025
Bowman on Kesler: "I don’t think it’s helpful to really talk about the talks. He’s in Anaheim now and we’re not really going to comment."
— Mark Lazerus (@MarkLazerus) June 28, 2025
Doug Wilson says there are some “other things in play” headed into tomorrow. No, he didn’t specify #SJSharks
— Kevin Kurz (@KKurzCSN) June 28, 2025
FLA GM Dale Tallon said Canucks were "first team to make a serious offer" for No. 1 pick. Garrison was part of offer.
— Iain MacIntyre (@imacVanSun) June 28, 2025
MacLellan said he's spoken with Grabovski's agent twice during the draft, but the "money is a little but prohibitive."
— Alex Prewitt (@alex_prewitt) June 28, 2025
That said, MacLellan said he was hopeful the #Caps and Grabovski could reach a better number to re-sign, but admitted that could be tough.
— Alex Prewitt (@alex_prewitt) June 28, 2025
GM Jim Rutherford: “We like Hornqvist as an all-around player. We really like Spaling, he can play all three positions on the 3rd line."
— Pittsburgh Penguins (@penguins) June 28, 2025
#Blackhawks GM Stan Bowman said negotiations with Jonathan Toews and Patrick Kane continue. "We're definitely going to get them re-signed."
— Chris Kuc (@ChrisKuc) June 28, 2025
Isles GM Garth Snow on picking wild card Josh Ho-Sang. "He'll fit right in. They shit on me, too." Awesome. Way awesome.
— Eric Stephens (@icemancometh) June 28, 2025
Rutherford says he will be active on July 1 to get someone else to play with Malkin.
— Josh Yohe (@JoshYohe_Trib) June 28, 2025
Tampa trades pick No 28 to isles for picks 35 and 57
— Pierre LeBrun (@Real_ESPNLeBrun) June 28, 2025
Looks like Isles and Lightning have a trade.
— Darren Dreger (@DarrenDreger) June 28, 2025
Marc Bergevin working the phones. Talking to Anaheim. Now talking to Dean Lombardi of #Kings #NHLDraft14
— Louis Jean (@LouisJean_TVA) June 28, 2025
2nd discussion between Bob Murray (Ducks) and Marc Bergevin (Canadiens) this time on the phone.
— Renaud Lavoie (@renlavoietva) June 28, 2025
What were you expecting, Joe Thornton for Patrick Sharp? ;)
— Nick Cotsonika (@cotsonika) June 28, 2025
#SJSharks trade picks #20 & #179 to the @NHLBlackhawks for picks #27 & #62.
— San Jose Sharks (@SanJoseSharks) June 28, 2025
I think the Sharks are swapping with the Blackhawks to move down
— Pierre LeBrun (@Real_ESPNLeBrun) June 28, 2025
Sharks and Blackhawks GM's are ready to make a move. League review.
— Renaud Lavoie (@renlavoietva) June 28, 2025
Bowman confirms trade. Won't say what it is.
— Darren Dreger (@DarrenDreger) June 28, 2025
BREAKING NEWS: James Neal traded to the @PredsNHL for Patric Hornqvist and Nick Spaling.
— Nashville Predators (@PredsNHL) June 28, 2025
Les Penguins échangent James Neal aux Predators. #tvasports
— Renaud Lavoie (@renlavoietva) June 28, 2025
James Neal traded to Nashville.
— Darren Dreger (@DarrenDreger) June 28, 2025
The #TBLightning have re-signed defenseman Mark Barberio to a one-year, one-way contract. http://t.co/sfYwLC5Z5G pic.twitter.com/T5UyAbZZLv
— Tampa Bay Lightning (@TBLightning) June 27, 2025
Asked GM Jarmo Kekalainen yesterday if @Hartsy19 would be announcing a #CBJ pick this weekend: He laughed, said no.
— Aaron Portzline (@Aportzline) June 27, 2025
Tim Murray forgot to thank the city of Philadelphia, congratulate the Kings and say hello to all the fans at the draft party at home.
— Craig Custance (@CraigCustance) June 27, 2025
Trade talk appears to be quiet with #Isles... Likely they will be making a pick at No. 5 unless there's a last-minute offer.
— Arthur Staple (@StapeNewsday) June 27, 2025
Good activity around the Predators table. David Poile in conference with Peter Laviolette for a 2nd time. Something is up...
— Darren Dreger (@DarrenDreger) June 27, 2025
Gary Bettman, soon and often, we hope: "We have a trade to announce..." #NHLDraft2014
— Chris Nichols (@NicholsOnHockey) June 27, 2025