Hockey News: Vanek Rejects Islanders; Oilers Trade Rumors

The Islanders took a big risk when they traded locker room favorite Matt Moulson to the Sabres for pending UFA Tomas Vanek. Now it looks as though they’ll have to deal him at the deadline if they want to make that trade even a little bit worthwhile. [The Score]

The Penguins really miss Pascal Dupuis. How are they going to replace him? [Pensburgh]

Tomas Hertl’s rehab from a knee injury appears to include water aerobics. [Back Row Sports]

Tomas Hertl is experiencing reality for the first time in his young career (Anne-Marie Sorvin-USA TODAY Sports).
Tomas Hertl is experiencing reality for the first time in his young career (Anne-Marie Sorvin-USA TODAY Sports).

Steven Stamkos might really end up missing the Olympics. [New York Times]

The Montreal Canadiens felt a little short changed by the refs after their game against Winnipeg. [National Post]

Meanwhile, the Jets continue to roll under their new head coach. [Winnipeg Sun]

Nick Kronwall is usually the one delivering these kinds of hits. [RMNB]

Who is Craig MacTavish going to trade? [Our Hometown]

This guy should be the Oilers GM though. [HF Boards]

Nazem Kadri’s dirty play continues. [NESN]

What will it take for Nazem Kadri to stick with the Maple Leafs? (bridgetds, Flickr)
(bridgetds, Flickr)

Mike Green is injured again. [CSN Washington]

Trade rumors continue to swirl around Rangers captain Ryan Callahan. [Blue Shirt Banter]

Pavel Datsyuk’s status is still up in the air. [SB Nation]

The Flyers are looking to add a goal-scorer. But really who isn’t. [NJ.com]

And finally, in the honor of the Superbowl, check out this list of the most important blowouts in sports. [CBC]