Nichols' Notes
/ Chris NicholsBREAKING: Canucks reach agreement with RW Zack Kassian on 2-year deal worth $3.5 million. Cap hit of $1.75 million. #canucks
— Elliott Pap (@ElliottPap) July 4, 2025
Mike Santorelli on John Tortorella: "He definitely taught me a lot and I appreciate everything he did for me." #Canucks #Leafs (Team 1040)
— Chris Nichols (@NicholsOnHockey) July 4, 2025
Getting the sense that the Oilers and Legwand aren’t likely to happen. Lukewarm interest in both directions. Trade more likely for C
— Ryan Rishaug (@TSNRyanRishaug) July 4, 2025
Claude Giroux and #Flyers GM Ron Hextall have released the following statement → http://t.co/vh3j1Uei0N
— Philadelphia Flyers (@NHLFlyers) July 3, 2025
Downie is working out with Gary Roberts this summer. Says he's as healthy as he's been in years. Hearing and balance issues much better.
— Josh Yohe (@JoshYohe_Trib) July 3, 2025
Regier said not until was fired from BUF did he realize how hard GM job is. "I think this is a more ideal entry for me back into the game."
— Sarah McLellan (@azc_mclellan) July 3, 2025
#TBLightning Cooper said Ryan Callahan choosing to stay was big: "A huge sign that Tampa might be a place for guys to come and play."
— Joe Smith (@TBTimes_JSmith) July 3, 2025
More signings for Canes: Michal Jordan and Jared Staal.
— Chip Alexander (@ice_chip) July 3, 2025
OFFICIAL: #NYR have agreed to terms with free agent forward Nick Tarnasky.
— New York Rangers (@NYRangers) July 3, 2025
Former Sabres GM, Darcy Regier has been named Sr VP and Assistant GM of the Arizona Coyotes.
— Darren Dreger (@DarrenDreger) July 3, 2025
Lamoriello said he has had "ongoing conversations" regarding a Cory Schneider contract extension. http://t.co/7Jrs9EBBpv
— Rich Chere (@Ledger_NJDevils) July 3, 2025
The Ottawa Senators have signed defenseman Aaron Johnson to a 1 year contract.
— Allan Walsh (@walsha) July 3, 2025
Senators have re-signed Dave (I've checked the spelling five times) Dziurzynski to contract extension
— Ken Warren (@Citizenkwarren) July 3, 2025
Jim Nill to Sportsnet on extension for Jason Spezza: "I’m pretty confident we’re going to get a contract done." #Stars #Sens
— Chris Nichols (@NicholsOnHockey) July 3, 2025
Vrbata camp in talks with more than 9 teams at various points. One offer tabled was for four years, as well.
— Sarah McLellan (@azc_mclellan) July 3, 2025
VAN's offer just too good to pass up with opportunity to play with Sedins, too. #Coyotes offer, by the way, was for 4 years, less $.
— Sarah McLellan (@azc_mclellan) July 3, 2025
Vrbata said, "people would think I was crazy" for considering AZ offer but he did. Said fact a full NMC wasn't in there wasn't dealbreaker.
— Sarah McLellan (@azc_mclellan) July 3, 2025
#tblightning goalie coach Frantz Jean says Vasilevskiy is more advanced than most his age (19) but they're patient. "The sky is the limit."
— Joe Smith (@TBTimes_JSmith) July 3, 2025
Lecavalier has four years left at $4.5 million. #Sens don't want that whole contract and the Flyers don't want to eat $2 million.
— Bruce Garrioch (@SunGarrioch) July 3, 2025
Lecavalier still has four years remaining on five-year, $22.5 M contract he signed last year...Senators would need Flyers to assume some $
— Ken Warren (@Citizenkwarren) July 3, 2025
Rumblings out of Philly that the Senators could be interested in Vincent Lecavalier....(1/2)....
— Ken Warren (@Citizenkwarren) July 3, 2025
Kontiola's contract (Leafs), when official, will pay $1.1 mil incl $200,000 signing bonus. Kontiola pd $600,000 to get out of KHL agreement.
— Darren Dreger (@DarrenDreger) July 3, 2025
Alex Kovalev tells us he'll talk about his retirement after his vacation. Which might be his greatest quote ever, come to think of it #Habs
— Dave Stubbs (@Dave_Stubbs) July 3, 2025
Things are silent on the Douglas Murray front #NHL #crickets
— Andy Strickland (@andystrickland) July 3, 2025
McRae has already signed a 2-way deal with St. Louis. Will be UFA after this yr.
— Andy Strickland (@andystrickland) July 3, 2025
A yr ago Phillip McRae was dealing with a bad back injury. A yr. in Finland allowed him to hit the reset button. He's now healthy. #stlblues
— Andy Strickland (@andystrickland) July 3, 2025
The Penguins have re-signed C Zach Sill to a one-year, two-way deal worth $550,000 at the NHL level.
— Dave Molinari (@MolinariPG) July 3, 2025
Lecavalier to OTT? Sens want Flyers 2 pick up salary and want something else for taking him off their hands ... #vinnysagacontinues
— Tim Panaccio (@tpanotchCSN) July 3, 2025
Four 2014 draft picks will be attending development camp. Biggest name: Malcolm Subban.
— Amalie Benjamin (@AmalieBenjamin) July 3, 2025
#tblightning goalie coach Frantz Jean says he liked signing of Nabokov, a proven veteran who will push Bishop and mentor young goalies
— Joe Smith (@TBTimes_JSmith) July 3, 2025
Lee Stempniak appears in no rush to sign....still talking to 5-6 teams #NHL
— Andy Strickland (@andystrickland) July 3, 2025
#tblightning D Johnathan MacLeod said he's staying with his commitment to Boston University, turning down opportunity w Moncton (CHL)
— Joe Smith (@TBTimes_JSmith) July 3, 2025
Petri Kontiola's KHL buyout has officially been processed. The Finn has agreed to terms with the #leafs on a $1.1M, one-year deal.
— Chris Johnston (@reporterchris) July 3, 2025
Amid the speculation, indications are the Washington Capitals are not looking to move Mike Green at this time. #TSN
— Aaron Ward (@aaronward_nhl) July 3, 2025
Tyson Strachan one year with Buffalo two way deal. 650/ 275. Not sure if that’s out there yet.
— Ryan Rishaug (@TSNRyanRishaug) July 3, 2025
Gleason says he has no lingering health issues. Says concussion last year did not alter the way he played. "I'm feeling good."
— Chip Alexander (@ice_chip) July 3, 2025
Just talked to Tim Gleason. Obviously excited about opportunity with Canes. "I want to prove to everybody I've still got it in me."
— Chip Alexander (@ice_chip) July 3, 2025
BREAKING: The #leafs have agreed to a one-year deal with Finnish centre Petri Kontiola. Story upcoming on sportsnet.ca.
— Chris Johnston (@reporterchris) July 3, 2025
As of last night, Toronto among the interested teams awaiting word from David Legwand following contract offer.
— Darren Dreger (@DarrenDreger) July 3, 2025
Barrie coach & #Sabres alum Dale Hawerchuk on Brendan Lemieux on @WGR550: I've never seen a guy want to make NHL more. He will & he'll play.
— Buffalo Sabres (@BuffaloSabres) July 3, 2025
http://t.co/ciUGCzGqek reports Petri Kontiola is set to sign with #MapleLeafs http://t.co/1dKtTGfvke (in Finnish)
— Igor Eronko (@IgorEronko) July 3, 2025
NEWS: #Canes agree to terms on a one-year, $1.2 million contract with Tim Gleason. Details: http://t.co/GLTF09Alk7 pic.twitter.com/aR582q8im1
— Carolina Hurricanes (@NHLCanes) July 3, 2025
"Why don't the Isles spend money? Ugh, why did they spend so much?" #islestwitter
— Brian Compton (@BComptonNHL) July 3, 2025
#canucks Radim Vrbata has a no trade clause of 8 teams where he would like to be traded. #tvasports
— Renaud Lavoie (@renlavoietva) July 3, 2025
Drafted in 2008 by the Canadiens, G Jason Missiaen sign a one year deal with the Rangers at $715 000. Its a 2 way contract. #tvasports
— Renaud Lavoie (@renlavoietva) July 3, 2025
Joey MacDonald contract is $600 000 in the NHL and $300 000 in the AHL. #canadiens #tvasports
— Renaud Lavoie (@renlavoietva) July 3, 2025
Former Olympic & Stanley Cup winner Alexei Kovalyov retires. Owns record for most @NHL games played by a Russian. http://t.co/GSarGXePi5
— IIHF (@IIHFHockey) July 3, 2025