Posts tagged with "NHL Trade Deadline"
The Ben Bishop Trade: Then & Now
May 30th, 2017 When former Kings General Manager Dean Lombardi traded for Ben Bishop prior to the trade deadline, it created a buzz throughout the hockey world. The deal came just a day after their All-Star and two-time Stanley Cup Champion goaltender Jonathan Quick returned from a serious groin injury that cost him 59 games. The trade begged the...
Does Kane Factor into the Sabres' Future?
May 4th, 2017 While a Buffalo City Court judge dismissed charges against forward Evander Kane on Tuesday, the verdict regarding what role he plays in the Sabres' future is still in question.In two seasons with Buffalo, Kane has 78 points in 135 games. The Vancouver, British Columbia native has one year left on his contract, paying him $5.25...
Time for Canadiens to Go All-In
January 25th, 2017 With the 2017 NHL trade deadline just over a month away, teams are starting to plan out their deadline day strategies. This deadline will be a compelling one for Marc Bergevin and the Montreal Canadiens, as they will likely be very busy. Bergevin is known for being one of the more active general managers around the league, so there's no...
Canadiens Need Depth from Trade Deadline
January 13th, 2017 'Tis the season to make trades — everyone's favourite time of the year.That's right, folks, we're 45 days away from the 2017 NHL trade deadline. January is the month where teams question whether they have a legitimate opportunity come playoff time. They look to add depth or key pieces ahead to bolster their lineups. This year will...
Isles Quiet at the Deadline
March 1st, 2016 Well the NHL trade deadline has come and gone and other than a very small deal with the Ottawa Senators (acquiring Shane Prince), Islanders general manger Garth Snow stood pat. Was this the right course of action for the New York Islanders?https://twitter.com/StapeNewsday/status/704398216771407872 The Trade Market Based on the...
The Last 10 Stanley Cup Champions at the Trade Deadline
February 28th, 2016 With the trade deadline getting closer by the day, NHL teams are hoping to make one final move to improve their roster for the short term and long term. For teams like Washington, this could be the last time to make sure all their weaknesses are strengthened before getting into the postseason. Some fans will understandably wonder why the...
