These Are Crazy Times

There are crazy rumours flying around right now.

First, the Ottawa Sun reports that Dallas could deal Marty Turco to Tampa for Martin St. Louis. This is very interesting, as Mike Smith has played very well for Dallas this season, while St. Louis is really starting to pick up. Tampa Bay is already looking at next season, and they know that they need a goalie to compete.

JFJ is still said to be gone by the end of the week, with Cliff Fletcher likely to replace him. Sundin apparently wants to go to Vancouver if he had his choice, however, the Leafs asking price would likely include Edler, a player Vancouver does not want to give up. Look for Kesler to be part of the that deal. Calgary and Anaheim are two teams also strongly interested in Mats.

The Tanguay for Ryder rumours are still very strong, and Ive heard from several sources that both are expected to be moved by the deadline. It's interesting that these two teams are looking to trade two of their biggest stars despite the success both teams are having.

The Kings are shopping Blake, Modry, Stuart and Nagy. We all know how much defenseman are worth in the NHL, meaning the Kings are in great position. The Kings are one of the best teams in the NHL five years from now.

And finally, I'm getting a little sick of the way a division winner gets automatic top three. Currently we have Carolina and Atlanta battling it out for third, while the loser gets 10th. Whoever finishes 9th this year is not going to be happy.

Please send me your emails with questions about trades, the NHL or the site in general. I really want to get a mail bag feature started. Also, if anyone is interested in writing weekly power rankings, we're still looking for someone.

Enjoy your Sunday, and the early NHL games...oh ya, there's some good football on two...enjoy your super sunday!

Leafs Talking To Phoenix

Sportsnet is saying that the Leafs have asked for permission to speak with Fletcher. This makes me think that the Cliff Fletcher to Toronto talk is still on, despite the quietness of it today. Stay tuned, this still has plenty of time to get interesting

Its That Time Of Year

First of all, I want to say thank you to all our Hockeyleaks readers. December was a tough month for us here, and we had dipped to around 5000 hits per day. I've worked really hard the last two weeks to keep the site updated and keep you all informed, and today I can say we're back up to over 30 000 hits per day, which makes me happy. Those numbers will only go up as the trade deadline approaches.

The more people I talk to today, the more I strongly believe that Marian Hossa will not be a Thrasher after the Feb. 26 deadline. Yes, the Thrashers are currently in the playoffs, but they also know how valuable Hossa is. Hossa does not plan on staying with the Thrashers beyond this season, and the Thrashers know this. Detroit is very interested in him, and is way ahead of the rest right now. Pittsburgh and San Jose also both have moderate interest at this point.

A source in Buffalo tells me that the Sabres have strong interest in bringing back JP Dumont back, longterm. This is a guy they really never wanted to lose, and now that they have the cap room, they are very interested in bringing him back.

All quiet on the Leafs' front today, what a difference a win makes. The fans chanted "fire ferguson" last night, despite the fact that the Leafs led for most of the game. The fans want change, the media wants change, and this isn't a situation that is going to go away after one win. With that said, no news on Fletcher is bad news, as today is a firm deadline on him coming in as interm GM from what I understand.

Cory Wilkins and Adam Forsyth both have great new articles up on Hockeyleaks.com, please check them out. We are really trying to have more articles for you guys to read, so if you are interested in writing for us, drop me an email at cjohnson202@hockeyleaks.com. Also, the fantasy section has been updated so check that out. It will be updated every Wednesday from now on. I'm still looking for a weekly power rankings writer...if interested please email me!

Thats all for now, more later if something breaks. For the latest check the Hockeyleaks.com forums

The Latest On The Leafs...again

I feel like a broken record talking about Toronto, but they really are the big story right now. Here is the latest...

Cliff Fletcher has been approached about taking over the GM duties on an interm basis. Fletcher has not commented on this, but talk around the league has him not wanting the job on an interm basis. The Leafs are searching for an interm GM, not a replacement.

The Leafs are looking at four people in the offseason: Brian Burke, Jim Rutherford, Scotty Bowman and Ken Holland. Three of the four will be difficult and could cost the Leafs a lot of cash (not important) and possibly draft picks. Bowman is the odd man out, who wouldn't cost the Leafs like the others would, but also wouldn't bring in the same experience (remember bowman has most of his success as a coach, while the others have built Cup Champs as GMs).

There are some other names being thrown around as far as interm GMs go, such as Doug Armstrong, Glen Healey and Colin Campbell, but these three are unlikely. Doug Gilmour is a name i'd keep an eye on, as he may not be the best candidate, but he may put enough of a PR spin on this to get the Leafs through the regular season and into what could be the most important off-season the Leafs have had in a very long time.

Speaking of PR spins, Scott Bowman has been doing a lot of PR work this week. First, he comes on HNIC and says how he wanted the Leafs job and was turned down. Then he goes to Detroit and tells their papers that he's not leaving Detroit, which is telling Toronto that "they can't have me". Bowman wants the Leaf's job, he's doing all this publicity for a reason. If he's offered the GM job tomorrow, I think he takes it.

Fletcher, Bowman, Gilmour, Armstrong, Healey, Holland, Burke, Rutherford. The list is very long, hopefully we learn more sooner rather than later so we can all focus back on the trade front and not the front office. The trade deadline is 43 days away, things around the league are just about to heat up.

Joseph To Flames

Just got the word, the deal is done. As reported on hockeyleaks.com's rumour mill this morning, Curtis Joseph was likely to the Flames today, and now I can confirm he has signed a one year deal with the Flames, no dollar amount confirmed yet.

More To Come Later

Leafs Talking To Columbus

The Latest Leaf Rumour involves the Leafs making a trade with Columbus. At this point I've heard Kubina to the Blue Jackets in a deal that would involve Adam Foote coming to Toronto. The deal is much bigger than just these two players, and is still in the very early stages, but it is being discussed. As for the Leafs tonight, it looks 99% sure that Toskala will be in net for the stuggling Leafs. A loss tonight would really get the ball moving in the Toronto front office.

Curtis Joseph is likely to San Jose, with Calgary in second. I'm hearing Carolina still is very much in this.

Chicago will pull off a trade to bring a veteran d-man on Monday according to a close source. I'm working on who this d-man is.

Enjoy your Saturday night, there is some good hockey tonight.

Ferguson On His Way Out

I've been working on this for the last few hours, and according to two seperate sources I've talked to, John Ferguson Jr will be fired as the GM of the Maple Leafs. The question everyone is still trying to figure out is when. From what I have heard, the Leafs have every intention of letting go of Ferguson soon, but would like to have a replacement General Manager before they do so. MLSE understands how important this trade deadline is to the Maple Leafs, with Sundin and Kaberle being two very moveable pieces at this point. A few rumblings have Scotty Bowman being contacted, but at this time I can tell you that between now and the end of the month, it's almost a sure thing that the Leafs will have someone new filling the GM's job.

More information as it comes in

Here We Go Toronto

It has begun Toronto. After last nights terrible loss to the LA Kings, changes are finally happening in Toronto. First, the team has claimed forward Domiminic Moore off of waivers. Moore has 3 points in 30 games, so this move really doesn't make any sense to me...but we will see if there is something to follow this. Move #2 is the calling up of Jusin Pogge...does this mean Raycroft is on his way out, or are the Leafs simply going to give the kid a chance to show what he can do. I hardly believe they are going to play Pogge over Toskala, as Toskala is just back from injury and hasn't had a team in front of him since to show that he is a capable #1 goalie, something he was really showing before he got hurt against Montreal last month. Today is an interesting one in Toronto, it should be fun to watch. That being said, I wouldn't expect the Leafs to pull the trigger on a trade until they return home from California.

Curtis Joseph will play in the NHL this season, either for Calgary or San Jose...how crazy is that? You would have thought his final two would involve Pittsburgh, LA or Tampa, not two teams that have All-Star goalies, but in fact, this is the case. That being said, good for Curtis, I hope he gets a good chance to win a cup this season.

Check out the Articles section for a good look at the OHL's tradedeadline by TJ Hurst.

Ovechkin Update

The numbers I had earlier were wrong, actual contract is 13 years / 124 million. Thats just over 9.5 million per season. Ovechkin will not be leaving washington any time soon.

Remember to check out our fantasy section at Hockeyleaks.com for the latest fantasy report.

Introducing Frank Pitkewicz

I want to announce that Frank Pitkewicz is our newest writer at Hockeyleaks.com. Every Wednesday he will provide us with a weekly Fantasy Report, taking a look at who's hot and who's not in the NHL. I want to thank Frank for joining the team, I look forward to reading his reports each week. Remember, we are always looking for help with the site, so if your interested please email me at cjohnson202@hockeyleaks.com.

TSN is saying the Ovechkin deal is not done, but RDS is, and a few sources I've talked to have told me the deal is complete. I'll let you know if anything changes....

Ovechkin Signs

6 years / 54 million dollars. Thats 9 million a season, great deal for both sides.

We have a new fantasy writer, I will introduce him and his first fantasy report later tonight.

The Latest On Sundin and Federov

There is talk today that Colorado could be where Sundin ends up. Sundin has only played for two organizations during his career, and has always said he'd like to keep it that way. Returning to the organization to which he started is a huge option for the Swede. The Leafs have liked both Liles and Svatos for a long time, this could be their chance to land both, plus more.

The Red Wings also like Sundin, and both team like Forsberg, but if they fail to get either of them, Federov could be making his return to the Red and White. Federov has struggled since leaving Detroit, and Ken Holland is said to be willing to give the Russian a chance to rebound.

Check Hockeyleaks.com for the latest news and rumours.

Eklund On Crazy Pills?

his latest rumour...

Breaking Rumour...Ovechkin to the Preds. (e3)
Today @ 2:00 PM ET | Comments (24)

Just got inundated with this one...
Nashville would send 2 #1's, Dumont, Zidlicky and Suter (possibly Weber depending on who you talk to ) to Washington for Ovechkin and Kolzig?


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Of all teams for Ovechkin to go to, Nashville is not one of them. If Eklund somehow gets this one right, I will put my foot in my mouth, but I think my mouth is pretty safe on this one...

Carolina Claims Samsonov

The Carolina Hurricanes have claimed winger Sergei Samsonov off re-entry waivers from the chicago blackhawks. This is a great move by Carolina, as they are in need of a boost. Samsonov comes free via waivers, and thanks to the re-entry factor, they are going to pay him less than a million dollars to play 38 games plus playoffs for them. Very little risk here, but there could be a lot of reward. Great move by the Hurricanes. I'm hearing he will play tonight against one of his former teams, Boston.

A lot of talk about where Rob Blake will go, as at this point it's a sure thing that he will be traded. Carolina is one team I'm hearing loudly, while the Rangers are another. It looks like he will end up in the East, and will only be a rental player, with everyone expecting him back in LA for 08-09.

Sergei Federov to Montreal is heating up again.

For more check Hockeyleaks.com and our forums

Great Game Alert!

If your not watching Canada vs. Sweden, shame on you! 2-1 Canada leads in the third, 7:30 to go!

Hockeyleaks has been updated, rumours and main page! Still looking for a new fantasy writer, a power rankings writer, and anyone else who wants to help out!

Finally, back up and running

After a stressful week of ftp errors, we are back online and updated! Daily updates resume as of today, and it's about time.

With less than two months to the trade deadline, make sure to keep Hockeyleaks.com on your list of daily sites to make sure you are up to date with latest news and rumours from the NHL.

Goalies In The News

First i want to apologize for the site not being updated, the HTML is written I am just having serious ftp issues, i have contacted our host and hope to have things up and running ASAP.

The Canes have placed John Grahame on waivers, which I am strongly hearing is setting up for Curtis Joseph to come and back up Cam Ward.

In Toronto, Scott Clemmenson is back in net tonight, Raycroft once again will ride the pine. Raycroft should hit waivers this weekend.

I'm still looking for people to help with the site, so if your interested please email me at cjohnson202@hockeyleaks.com.

Thanks, and check the site later for updates and rumours

Samsonov On Re-Entry Waivers

Someone will claim him, there is no chance he will go unclaimed (well there always is, but I'm hearing strongly someone will pick him up).

Site updates hopefully will return today, time to bring Hockeyleaks.com back and better than ever. For this to fully happen, I'm looking for more writers, a new fantasy writer and someone to do a weekly power rankings for the site. If your interested please contact me at cjohnson202@hockeyleaks.com.

Hanlon Axed: More To Fall...

Glen Hanlon is gone as the coach of the Caps. The Caps had large expectations coming into this season, but once again find themselves in the basement of the East.

Who else is in danger? Pittsburgh is not a good situation right now, and axes could fall soon if things don't pick up in a hurry. Florida is another organization I wouldn't want to be a part of at the moment.

I'm looking into a potential deal between Edmonton and Buffalo.

Check Hockeyleaks.com and it's forums for all the latest...

Updates should return to daily by next week, sorry for the delays.

Sens/Kings Deal Appears Imminent

I can confirm that there are serious discussions currently going on between LA and Ottawa. Yes, these things can fall through, but the Sens and Kings at this point are serious about making a deal.

Bryan Murray is in Binghamton, home of the Senators farm team, and is said to be packaging up to three prospects, as well as Patrick Eaves and Ray Emery. They would be shipped to LA fo Labarbera, a roster player, and possibly a prospect. The two roster players I'm hearing the most are Frolov and O'Sullivan. To me, O'Sullivan makes a heck of a lot more sense for the Sens, but we will see.

These talks are VERY far along, and this deal could happen this weekend. Yes, there is still time for this to fall apart, but at this point things seem very real.

I'm sorry with the lack of updates this week, i've been crazy busy. Things should be returning to normal now.

I'm still looking for a fantasy writer as well as a power rankings writer. email me at cjohnson202@hockeyleaks.com if your interested.