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NHL Rumors: Matthews Injury, Knies Trade Confusion, and McDavid’s Future

In today’s NHL rumors rundown, a couple of insiders tried clearing up speculation surrounding Matthew Knies, while the team anxiously awaits more information on an injury to Auston Matthews. At the same time, the Buffalo Sabres continue negotiations with winger Alex Tuch, and there’s an interesting note about the future of Connor McDavid with the Edmonton Oilers.

The hit on Matthews and the Oilers’ continued struggles will dominate the headlines on Friday, but there is plenty of speculation around the NHL this week.

Maple Leafs Never Seriously Shopped Matthew Knies

Rumors swirled following the NHL trade deadline that the Maple Leafs were considering moving Matthew Knies, but insiders say that idea has been greatly exaggerated. According to TSN’s Chris Johnston and Darren Dreger, who were on TSN OverDrive this week, Toronto never came close to trading the young forward.

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Jim Parsons

Jim Parsons

Jim Parsons is a senior THW freelance writer, part-time journalist and audio/video host who lives, eats, sleeps and breathes NHL news and rumors, while also writing features on the Edmonton Oilers and Toronto Maple Leafs. He’s been a trusted source for six-plus years at The Hockey Writers, but more than that, he’s on a mission to keep readers up to date with the latest NHL rumors and trade talk. Jim is a daily must for readers who want to be “in the know.”

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