The Chicago Blackhawks sign Andreas Athanasiou to an extension Ben Pope: The Chicago Blackhawks have signed forward Andreas Athanasiou to a two-year contract extension with a $4.25 million cap hit. “Athanasiou gets a nice raise over the $3M he made last year; the Hawks get closer to the cap floor and help support Bedard. Everyone’s happy.” Scott Powers of the Athletic: The … [Read more...] about NHL News: Athanasiou, Liukas, Blidh and Gavrikov
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Blue Jackets acquire D Damon Severson from Devils after he signs 8-year deal
The Columbus Blue Jackets acquired Damon Severson from the New Jersey Devils on Friday after the veteran defenseman and soon-to-be free agent signed an eight-year $50 million contract. … [Read more...] about Blue Jackets acquire D Damon Severson from Devils after he signs 8-year deal
Discussions Quiet Between Los Angeles Kings, Joonas Korpisalo
The Los Angeles Kings made a major move to clear up some cap space on Tuesday, shipping out defenseman Sean Walker and netminder Calvin Petersen to Philadelphia. However, they immediately used nearly all their savings to sign defenseman Vladislav Gavrikov to a two-year extension. That’s not to say they don’t have any cap space left to play with, and they need to address their … [Read more...] about Discussions Quiet Between Los Angeles Kings, Joonas Korpisalo
Elliott: ‘He’s been awesome:’ How Jonathan Quick is helping Vegas hit the Stanley Cup jackpot
Former Kings goalie Jonathan Quick has proven to be a valuable resource for the Golden Knights on their Stanley Cup Final trek, even if he's a backup. … [Read more...] about Elliott: ‘He’s been awesome:’ How Jonathan Quick is helping Vegas hit the Stanley Cup jackpot
Kings name Mike Buckley new goaltending coach
Although it remains a mystery who the Kings’ starting goaltender would be on opening night next season, the team announced that it has made yet another tweak to the coaching staff that will be guiding its netminders. Mike Buckley, formerly of the Pittsburgh Penguins, was named goaltending coach. He assumed the role of Bill Ranford, who held that title for 17 years before … [Read more...] about Kings name Mike Buckley new goaltending coach