- Damien Cox of the Toronto Star cannot believe how many off-ice issues are the center of attention these days for the NHL, and it’s not a good thing, says Cox.
- “I don’t know if I fully appreciated when I took the job, some of the challenges that would be faced just by that structure, ” said former NHLPA boss Paul Kelly.
- Was Paul Kelly fired for snooping on confidential documents? Tim Wharnsby of the Globe & Mail has the story.
- As David linked in hockey hits, Andrew Ference has commented, somewhat, on the NHLPA’s decision to fire Paul Kelly.
- Phil Kessel’s agent says that negotiations with the Bruins are basically non-existent.
- The Flames unveiled their new third jerseys which take the retro style that has become so popular in the world today.
- Carolina GM Jim Rutherford is pretty confident in the team he has put together for the upcoming season.
- Last time Todd Bertuzzi was a Red Wing, he wasn’t exactly healthy, but this time around things are different, writes Helene St. James.
- “Early on, I actually cared what people said. But now I’ve been through enough and been around enough, it doesn’t affect me anymore,” said Bertuzzi.
- The way the Wings do their business makes you realize why the organization has been so successful for so long.
- Oilers center Andrew Cogliano reacted to the almost trade that he was a part of this summer for Dany Heatley. Word has it that his original reaction was not so positive, however, since that time Cogliano has been extra motivated and is looking forward to this season in Edmonton.
- Jim Matheson of the Edmonton Journal bids a fond farewell to Jason Smith.
- The Panthers signed Evgeni Dadonov to an entry-level contract on Wednesday.
- Speaking of the Panthers, the team is still looking to make an addition or two if possible.
- Wild prospect Cody Almond was injured in during his preparation for training camp and now it looks like he will miss camp.
- Joel Ward impressed the Predators brass last season with his two-way play, so that is why the team wants to being the 2009/10 season with Ward anchoring the team’s third line.
- In interesting news, Brendan Shanahan is considering switching to a visor.
- Jamie Langenbrunner wasn’t sure what to expect, but he says he’s happy that Jacques Lemaire has decided to maintain the team’s current captaincy situation.
- Donald Brashear was booed at a Rangers fans meet-and-greet on Wednesday, writes Michael Obernauer.
- In actual hockey news out of Phoenix, the team has signed Taylor Pyatt to a one-year deal.
- Len Barrie is getting raked over the coals for some actions money movement involving the Bear Mountain Resort in British Columbia.
- In news that may very well be related to the story above, Oren Koules is apparently closing in on taking control of the Lightning.
- The Canucks don’t want to fool themselves, so they do not expect a full 82-game season from Sami Salo.
- After finalizing Roberto Luongo’s new contract, it is fair to say that Mike Gillis has had a busy summer in B.C.
- Apparently Luongo’s new deal does not include a no-movement clause.
- What does the Roberto Luongo extension mean for Cory Schneider?
- Bruce Dowbiggen gives TSN due credit for making it successfully to the 25-year mark.
Coyotes Situation
- Carrie Watters of the Arizona Republic recaps yesterday’s events in the courtroom.
- The NHL stated yesterday that if the league bought the team and then sold it for a profit, all the profit would go to the creditors.
- Whether the Leafs have veto power over the this issue was much talked about at yesterday’s hearing.
- Jim Balsillie has agreed to start the season in Phoenix should he be granted the team, however, he’d want to move the team mid-season to Hamilton.
