The rumor mill is one of the most controversial areas for a hockey fan. Different names on different days make for the most interesting conversations around the water cooler.
The daily rumor roundup takes a look at some of the latest rumors making waves, and shares them all in one place so you don’t have to search around. Let’s take a look.
[quote_box_left author=””]Reminder: Rumors are just that — rumors. It’s information that is circulating around the hockey world. Remember, take it all with a grain of salt.[/quote_box_left]
Latest Rumors:
- Could the Anaheim Ducks look to acquire Taylor Hall from the Edmonton Oilers?
- The Blue Jackets are still listening to offers for the Number 3 pick
CBJ continues to listen to interest in #3 pick, however, sources say CBJ would like to attach a contract, (Hartnell) for cap space…CBJ still has to extend Seth Jones which will be costly. Also approaching offer sheet time and Jones could be prime target.
- The Lightning hope to have a more clear answer on Steven Stamkos by the weekend.
“What we look like if Stammer re-signs with us, it effects what we can do with our team,” Steve Yzerman said. “For us, we’d like to know sooner than later.”
- Trade talk continues to pick up as the draft approaches this weekend.
“There has been a lot lately, but mainly it’s guys talking about concepts,” one league executive told Insider Trading on Friday. “Teams are looking to see if they can parlay draft picks into NHL players.”
If you’ve heard of any substantial rumors, let us know in the comment section below. Also feel free to discuss the above rumors with fellow fans. And don’t forget have fun with it!
Don’t forget to stay up-to-date on everything regarding the 2016 NHL Draft and Free Agency with the official deal tracker of The Hockey Writers. You’ll find a list of every deal and signing that has taken — and will take — place in the league.
