Mara to the Rangers!
Paul Mara has been traded to the Rangers for Aaron Ward.
Big Bert a Red Wing
Looks like GM Ken Holland of the Wings is all talk - he did pay the price after all, landing injured power forward Todd Bertuzzi from the Florida Panthers - wonky back and all - for a draft pick and prospect Shawn Matthias
Dominic Moore Shipped to Minnesota
The Pittsburgh Penguins have traded Dominic Moore to the Minnesota Wild for a third-round draft pick. The move was made necessary by the acquisition of Roberts and Laraque, and the draft pick is an excellent return for a fourth-line player. They could use that draft pick, or spend a second round pick, to acquire the [...]
Deadline Waiver Movement
Several players have been claimed off waivers by the noon deadline - and two interesting names have not.
Bill Guerin Off to San Jose
Bill Guerin has been traded to the San Jose Sharks for a first round pick, Ville Nieminen and a non-roster player. (Jay Barriball)
Pens Add Big Laraque
The Pittsburgh Penguins have added tough guy Georges Laraque from the Phoenix Coyotes for prospect Dan Carcillo and an 8th round draft pick.
Biron Finally on the Move!
Martin Biron has finally been traded to the Philadelphia Flyers for a draft pick - a high draft pick. They acquired Ty Conklin from Columbus to be their backup goaltender.
New line: Crosby with Recchi and…Roberts!
TSN is reporting that Gary Roberts has agreed to waive his no-trade clause to play for the Penguins. In exchange, the Panthers receive defenseman Noah Welch.
Waiving Bye-Bye?
A lot of players were waived by their NHL teams today, after their respective squads failed to move them via trade. A lot of teams were also hoping to clear up some cap space as they head into deadline day. Here is a list of players that have been placed on waivers. (Some will surprise you).
Three Way Deal Done
The Blackhawks sent a 3rd round pick and defenseman Lasse Kukkonen to the Philadelphia Flyers for forward Kyle Calder. Chicago then moved Calder to the Detroit Red Wings in return for forward Jason Williams.