Posts About "Bobby Ryan"
Senators' 3 Worst Contracts Ever
October 23rd, 2020 The Ottawa Senators have not been known to spend large amounts of cash in free agency. Unfortunately, the franchise has made mistakes when it comes to the re-signing of certain players. In managing contracts, the salary cap is paramount. These contracts handicapped the Senators for years, and some are still having repercussions. These...
Red Wings Revamp Roster, Address Key Concerns
October 12th, 2020 Before the offseason kicked off, the Detroit Red Wings were faced with four key questions. Through free agency and internal roster management, general manager Steve Yzerman was able to resolve those major concerns, putting the Red Wings in a great spot heading into the 2020-21 season. In all, Yzerman signed eight players to...
Red Wings Sign Bobby Ryan to 1-Year Deal
October 9th, 2020 The Detroit Red Wings signed winger Bobby Ryan to a one-year, $1 million deal at the open of free agency. https://twitter.com/CraigCustance/status/1314599420101615616 The 33-year-old has the distinction of being the first player chosen after Sidney Crosby in the 2005 Entry Draft. Originally drafted by the Anaheim Ducks, he spent...
Jankowski's Departure Makes Room For Growth on the Flames' Roster
October 8th, 2020 In what should be a busy week for Calgary Flames' general manager Brad Treliving, the team announced on Wednesday that it had made qualifying offers to four players. Those four players were forwards Glenn Gawdin and Andrew Mangiapane, defenseman Oliver Kylington, and goalie Tyler Parsons. Related: Top 3 All-Time Flames...
NHL Rumors: Canucks, Capitals, Oilers, Plus Hall, Duclair, More
October 8th, 2020 In today's NHL rumor rundown, there is news that the Vancouver Canucks haven't given up on goaltender Jacob Markstrom while in Washington, the Capitals are believed to be the favorites to land a different veteran netminder. The Edmonton Oilers are believed to have eyes on a couple of names and both Taylor Hall and Anthony Duclair and...
Flyers: The Idea of Signing Bobby Ryan
October 3rd, 2020 Last week, the Ottawa Senators announced they would buy out the remainder of winger Bobby Ryan's contract, a move that has received its share of criticism. He is now an unrestricted free agent. Related: Flyers SHowdown - Lindros vs. Clarke In a recent interview, Ryan mentioned that joining the Philadelphia Flyers was "very high"...
NHL Rumors: Oilers, Flames, Flyers, Maple Leafs, Blackhawks, More
October 1st, 2020 In today's NHL rumor rundown, there is news on the Edmonton Oilers and their blue line situation. In Calgary, it appears the team is ready to trade for a goaltender and give up a solid defender in the process. One recent pending unrestricted free agent notes he'd like to become a Philadelphia Flyers forward and the Toronto Maple Leafs...
Oilers News & Rumors: Gagner, Ryan, Neal, Chiasson, More
September 26th, 2020 In an Edmonton Oilers news and rumors update, there are reports the Oilers have decided not to exercise any buyouts on players this offseason which means contracts like James Neal's will stay on the books. Meanwhile, around the league, teams are signing players and releasing players in decisions that could affect what the Oilers had...
Senators' Buyout of Bobby Ryan Doesn't Look Good
September 26th, 2020 When the Ottawa Senators announced the buyout of the 2020 Bill Masterton Award winner Bobby Ryan, the initial reaction from the fanbase was that of confusion and irritation. The decision to buy out Ryan now is very puzzling. as they are below the salary cap floor, have no significantly expensive restricted or unrestricted free agents to...
3 Trades the Red Wings Should Consider
September 16th, 2020 This is going to be an offseason like no other in NHL history. With the salary cap expected to stay flat for at least another season, many teams are going to have to make tough decisions on players they wouldn't usually have to. One team that has set itself up nicely, though, is the Detroit Red Wings, who have nearly $35 million in cap...
Bobby Ryan Deserves the 2020 Masterton Memorial Trophy
June 13th, 2020 With all 31 NHL teams announcing their nominees for the Bill Masterton trophy, Bobby Ryan's name stands out amongst the crowd. As stated by the NHL, the trophy is "awarded annually to the National Hockey League player who best exemplifies the qualities of perseverance, sportsmanship, and dedication to ice hockey." To me, Ryan represents...
Top Feel-Good Senators Highlights from 2019-20
June 13th, 2020 Few foresaw he Ottawa Senators reaching the playoffs in 2019-20, so the season was far from a disappointment in that regard. In fact, the year went better than most could have expected in several other ways. In spite of the 25-34-12 record, the Senators actually produced several feel-good highlights for Senators fans. Here they are...
Bobby Ryan Practises for 1st Time Since Entering Assistance Program
February 5th, 2020 Ottawa Senators winger Bobby Ryan practised with the team Wednesday for the first time since entering the NHL/National Hockey League Players' Association assistance program in November. Head coach D.J. Smith said there's no timetable for Ryan to return to the lineup as he gets back into game shape. The NHL and the...
