Posts About "Johnny Oduya"
Dallas Stars: Candidates to Replace Daley's "A"
July 27th, 2015 Though he'll never be known for being a great defensive defenseman, Trevor Daley was a respected leader on and off the ice for the Stars. Prior to this month's blockbuster trade, Daley knew only one NHL home, Dallas. The Stars named Daley an alternate captain back in February 2013. He and veteran Stars forward Vern...
Dallas Stars Offseason Leads Defensive Depth Charge
July 22nd, 2015 With Jim Nill’s “offseason hat trick,” the Dallas Stars' defensive core and prospect system look stacked for the 2015-16 season. Following the trade that brought former Blackhawks, Stephen Johns and Johnny Oduya, to the Stars’ organization, competition is growing for a spot on the Dallas roster. Who are the players who will...
Dallas Stars Hoping Depth Can Solve Defensive Woes
July 20th, 2015 If you can't beat them with quality, why not try beating them with quantity? That appears to be the same sort of thinking that the Dallas Stars, under the guidance of general manager Jim Nill, are going to be taking with their blueline next season. It's no secret that the defense was one of the biggest areas of weakness on the...
5 Reasons Stars Management is Having NHL's Best Offseason
July 20th, 2015 After missing the playoffs for the first time in his last eleven years managing NHL teams, Dallas Stars General Manager Jim Nill is clearly determined to make sure it doesn't happen again. Nill knew the team didn't need a complete overhaul, but also knew it was missing some key elements. At his season ending press conference, Nill...
Oduya Signing Shows That Stars Intend To Be Serious Contenders
July 17th, 2015 If there's one thing that Dallas Stars general manager Jim Nill knows well, it's how to make a huge splash in the summer months. First, in the summer of 2013 and only months into his GM career, he made a blockbuster trade to acquire Tyler Seguin from the Boston Bruins. He then followed that up by making another blockbuster trade in...
Hockey News: Kesler Signs 6-Year Extension; Oduya Signs with Stars
July 16th, 2015 Wednesday ended up being a busy day in the NHL. Here are the headlines you won't want to miss: Ryan Kesler signs six-year, $41.25 million extension with the Ducks. Kesler contract keeps the Ducks in a win-now mentality. Details on Johnny Oduya's new contract with the Stars. Justin Schultz and the Oilers avoided...
Johnny Oduya Joins Dallas Stars
July 15th, 2015 One more piece of the Chicago Blackhawks' Cup-winning roster is not returning to the team. Defenseman Johnny Oduya announced today that he has signed a two-year contract with the Dallas Stars. The deal carries an AAV of $3.75 million and carries a partial no trade clause (12-team no trade list), according to War on Ice. Oduya, who...
Hockey News: Penguins for Sale; Where will Johnny Oduya Play?
July 15th, 2015 A collection of all the latest news, headlines, and rumors around the hockey world... Are the Rangers the best team in the Metro division? The Oilers' lineup will finally feature some more size. . And a quick look at their projected centermen. Johnny Oduya won't be returning to Chicago afterall. . Where will he land? Probably...
Hockey News: Leafs Acquire Taylor Beck; Johnny Oduya Remains Unsigned
July 13th, 2015 Rosters continue to take shape as the 2015-16 season draws closer by the day. Check out today's NHL headlines for all the latest: The Maple Leafs acquired Taylor Beck from Nashville in exchange for Jamie Devane. The Sabres continue to pursue Johnny Oduya. The Red Wings re-signed Gustav Nyquist over the weekend. Jimmy Hayes...
Sabres Still Interested In Johnny Oduya
July 12th, 2015 As the Buffalo Sabres prospect development camp came to a close, general manager Tim Murray spoke for what could likely be the last time until training camp begins in the fall. One of the biggest questions that was asked was if he and the team was still interested in bringing in free agent defenseman Johnny Oduya. "I haven't moved...
Hockey News: The Latest on Phil Kessel, Johnny Oduya and Derek Stepan
July 10th, 2015 A collection of headlines, rumors, news and reports in the world of hockey... There are still rumblings about the Blackhawks trading Brent Seabrook. They wouldn't, right? Are the Stars after Johnny Oduya? . Some statistics about the Oilers defence: . The team also apparently has the weakest brand in the country. That should...
Best NHL Free Agents Still Available
July 6th, 2015 With five days down in the 2015 NHL Free Agency period, the frenzy has died down tremendously after an exciting first day. July 1st not only had 96 signings, but five trades as well, including one blockbuster featuring Phil Kessel going to the Pittsburgh Penguins. It was definitely a busy day around the league and one that will no...
Maintaining Independence: Top Free Agents Remaining
July 4th, 2015 Happy Independence Day American readers! It has been an interesting couple of weeks in the NHL to say the least. With the NHL Awards, the 2015 Entry Draft, and a rather chaotic start to free agency, there has been plenty to keep up with. The Blues have surely had their part in the festivities, but they might have more moves up their...
