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LA Kings Select Brayden Schenn In First Round Of The 2009 NHL Draft - Bleacherreport.com

Sun, 28 Jun 2009 09:44:00 GMT

If you passed out during the major snoozefest, otherwise known as the first round of the 2009 National Hockey League Entry Draft , held on Friday evening in Montreal, chances are you were not alone. Indeed, watching this year?s NHL draft was about ...

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Which teams stood out at NHL draft - ESPN.com

Sun, 28 Jun 2009 16:46:00 GMT

MONTREAL -- At the end of the day -- or two days, as is the case with the NHL's annual draft -- there might be a tendency to suggest that when all was said and done, all those rumors and all that speculation amounted to little more than a hill of ...

Rangers acquire F Boyle from Kings - TSN

Sat, 27 Jun 2009 18:49:00 GMT

Montreal, QC (Sports Network) - The Los Angeles Kings dealt forward Brian Boyle to the New York Rangers on Saturday in exchange for a third-round draft pick in 2010. Boyle was taken 26th overall in the 2003 draft and has eight goals and two assits in ...

Rangers acquire F Boyle from Kings - TSN

Sat, 27 Jun 2009 18:49:00 GMT

2009 NHL Draft Rounds 2 to 7 - TSN

Sun, 28 Jun 2009 18:12:00 GMT

31. New York Islanders - Mikko Koskinen, G, Blues (Finland); 32. Detroit Red Wings - Landon Ferraro, F, Red Deer (WHL); 33. Colorado Avalanche - Ryan OReilly, F, Erie (OHL); 34. Atlanta Thrashers - Carl Klingberg, F, Frolunda Jr (Swe-Jr); 35. Los ...

Completed trades from Day 2 of the NHL Entry Draft - NHL.com

Sat, 27 Jun 2009 18:42:00 GMT

Trading activity was light during Friday's first round of the NHL Entry Draft, but there was some more activity as the 30 teams completed the final six rounds. Trades that were completed on Saturday: The Atlanta Thrashers traded a fourth-round pick ...

Four Majors Players Drafted to NHL - OurSports Central

Sat, 27 Jun 2009 18:13:00 GMT

Mississauga ON - The Mississauga St. Michael's Majors saw a total of four players selected at the 2009 NHL Entry Draft this weekend. Casey Cizikas, Brett Flemming, Mike Pelech and Kyle Neuber were all chosen on the second day of the two-day selection ...

2009 NHL DRAFT - FOXSports.com

Sun, 28 Jun 2009 23:27:00 GMT

``Yeah, it's crazy how it works out sometimes,'' said Ryan Bourque, who went to middle school with Kreider in Boxford but has been on a different Hockey track since. Ryan Bourque, who's eschewing a scholarship at the University of New Hampshire in ...

Tavares goes first overall, Pronger headed east - San Francisco Examiner

Sat, 27 Jun 2009 17:52:00 GMT

The first round of the NHL Draft took place yesterday. There was some intrigue as to what would happen heading into it. Would the New York Islanders take John Tavares first overall? Or would they decide to go for Victor Hedman or Matt Duchene? Well ...

NHL Draft Has Hometown Flavour - News Talk980

Sat, 27 Jun 2009 16:11:00 GMT

Two of the top ten picks in this year's NHL draft are Saskatoon products. Three homegrown players were taken in the first round total on Friday night. Brayden Schenn of the Brandon Wheat Kings was chosen fifth overall by Los Angeles. His big brother ...

Lightning make qualifying offers to 9 players - NHL.com

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 18:32:00 GMT

Smaby, a 6-foot-5 native of Minneapolis, Minnesota, played in a career-high 43 games with the Lightning last season, averaging 19:05 in ice time per contest, also a career best. He ranked fourth on the team in hits with 122 and blocked shots with 68 ...

Home grown: Three Saskatoon players picked in first round at NHL entry ... - Faceoff

Sat, 27 Jun 2009 16:04:00 GMT

That dream evaporated Friday at the Bell Centre in Montreal. But if Brayden Schenn was disappointed, he wasn't saying so. "That's in the past now," said the Saskatonian, who was selected fifth overall by the Los Angeles Kings. "I can't worry about ...

Leafs reunite in Atlanta

Fri, 03 Jul 2009 20:46:57 GMT

That rampaging river didn't quite subside into a trickle on Day 2 of the National Hockey League's free agent period, but the player flow did become a little more restrained.

Lightning Make Qualifying Offers to Six 2008-09 Admirals - OurSports Central

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 20:20:00 GMT

TAMPA BAY, Fla. - The Tampa Bay Lightning, NHL parent club of the Norfolk Admirals, made qualifying offers to nine restricted free agents today, Lightning Executive Vice President and General Manager Brian Lawton announced. Six members of the 2008-09 ...

The Morning Skate: Courting Koivu, Rangers' Vulnerability and Teemu's Last Time

Fri, 03 Jul 2009 19:42:29 GMT

The changes continue in the N.H.L., and Dave Stubbs in The Montreal Gazette , who has seen the Canadiens change radically - and the negative reaction of fans commenting on the paper's Habs Inside/Out blog to Mike Komisarek's defection to the Maple Leafs - writes, "Loyalty to a hockey club is a nearly extinct species in this world of free agency, ...

Leafs add speedy Kadri with seventh-overall pick

Fri, 03 Jul 2009 19:29:58 GMT

The Toronto Maple Leafs' Brian Burke and Cliff Fletcher chose Nazem Kadri 7th in the 2009 NHL Entry Draft on Friday, June 26, 2009 at the Bell Centre.

Flames nab Howse in NHL draft - Abbotsford News

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 16:01:00 GMT

Ryan Howse, meet the Sutters. On Saturday morning from his home in Prince George, the Chilliwack Bruins star sniper discovered he?d been drafted by the Calgary Flames in the National Hockey League draft. The Flames, guided by the brother tandem of ...

Heatley stubborn, Sens miffed, Oil silent

Fri, 03 Jul 2009 18:58:13 GMT

The Dany Heatley camp still wants a trade, the Ottawa Senators now want a more substantive reimbursement, and the Edmonton Oilers are not yet saying where they stand in the maelstrom that began brewing earlier this week.

Veterans, youth make up invites

Fri, 03 Jul 2009 17:09:28 GMT

Team Canada Men's Olympic Hockey Executive Director Steve Yzerman and head coach Mike Babcock look on during a news conference to announce Team Canada's 2010 Winter Olympic Men's Hockey coaching staff.

A CLOSER LOOK / UNITED STATES - Globe and Mail

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 17:27:00 GMT

O nly one team in men's Olympic hockey history has been able to win a gold medal on home ice and that team accomplished the feat twice (1960 and 1980). Indeed, the Americans had an extraordinary run in 2002 as well, going undefeated in the ...

he's Treated Like a King

Fri, 03 Jul 2009 14:30:13 GMT

Frankly, he seems pretty happy about it. It's not that Shero does not appreciate what Scuderi contributed to the Penguins ' championship season or that he would not have liked to have Scuderi back next season.

Recchi in, Reich Out on Day Two

Fri, 03 Jul 2009 13:31:42 GMT

After an action-packed first day that saw a total of 51 players sign new contracts for the 2009-10 season, day two slowed down quite a bit.

Defenceman Blake signs one-year contract with Sharks - TSN

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 18:10:00 GMT

Rob Blake won't be testing the free agent waters on Wednesday, as the 39-year-old defenceman has signed a one-year contract with the San Jose Sharks worth approximately $3.5 million, plus bonuses. He spent last year with the San Jose Sharks, putting ...

Antropov signs with Thrashers

Fri, 03 Jul 2009 13:17:02 GMT

The Atlanta Thrashers signed free-agent forward Nik Antropov to a four-year, US$16-million contract, the Chicago Blackhawks signed centre John Madden and Mark Recchi decided to extend his stay in Boston as NHL teams continued to fill their rosters yesterday.

July 1 Was the Time for Dean Lombardi To Gamble

Fri, 03 Jul 2009 13:10:09 GMT

After day two of the National Hockey League's annual feeding frenzy, otherwise known as the first couple of days when teams can sign unrestricted free agents, the Los Angeles Kings have filled a need on their blue line... by Gann Matsuda 6 reads Opinion After day two of the National Hockey League 's annual feeding frenzy, otherwise known as the ...

Import draft wrap - Everett Herald

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 18:17:00 GMT

I just got of the phone with a very pleased Tips general manager Doug Soetaert. Defense was definitely the target for Everett and the Tips got their guys in the Finn Rasmus Rissanen and the Czech Radko Gudas. Soetaert was particularly pleased with ...

Scouting And Development Are Cornerstones to Dean Lombardi's Efforts

Fri, 03 Jul 2009 12:58:17 GMT

With the 2009 National Hockey League Entry Draft beginning tonight in Montreal, the brain trust of the Los Angeles Kings, including President/General Manager Dean Lombardi, are going over their ... by Gann Matsuda 3 reads Opinion With the 2009 National Hockey League Entry Draft beginning tonight in Montreal, the brain trust of the Los Angeles Kings ...

Antropov deal highlights free agency's second day

Fri, 03 Jul 2009 12:06:02 GMT

The Atlanta Thrashers signed free-agent forward Nik Antropov to a four-year, $16-million contract, Mikhail Grabovski got big raise from the Toronto Maple Leafs and Mark Recchi decided to extend his stay with the Boston Bruins as NHL teams continued to fill their rosters Thursday.

Spector's NHL free agent notebook - Sportsnet.ca

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 19:21:00 GMT

?Not optimistic,? GM Jim Rutherford said on the CarolinaHurricanes.com, adding that no meetings were scheduled for negotiations prior to the end of Tuesday. ?If they go into tomorrow then they?re obviously making the choice to go somewhere ...

Leyritz is arrested for domestic battery

Fri, 03 Jul 2009 12:01:01 GMT

Former major leaguer Jim Leyritz was arrested yesterday in South Florida on charges of domestic battery against his ex-wife, just two months before his trial on a DUI manslaughter charge was set to begin.

Shaq charms Cavs' title-hungry crowd

Fri, 03 Jul 2009 11:38:33 GMT

Laughing and loose, Shaq looked right at home. Shaquille O'Neal and his oversized persona debuted in Cleveland on Thursday with a stated goal for next season.

MJ Tribute At Staples? - POLLSTAR

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 18:29:00 GMT

Media reports indicate a public tribute to Michael Jackson may take place at the Staples Center in downtown Los Angeles. Citing five sources ?familiar with the planning process,? the Los Angeles Times reports a memorial service could be held at ...

Crosby headlines Olympic camp roster

Fri, 03 Jul 2009 10:31:12 GMT

Eric, Jordan and Marc Staal , along with Crosby, are on the 46-man roster announced Thursday for the camp that runs from Aug.

Cody Eakin - a Capital gain

Fri, 03 Jul 2009 10:16:00 GMT

Swift Current Broncos forward Cody Eakin will be joining one of the National Hockey League's most exciting young teams after being selected in the third round of the NHL Entry Draft by the Washington Capitals on Saturday.

Kings sign Scuderi to four-year, $13.6M contract - TSN

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 20:16:00 GMT

The Los Angeles Kings made their first dip into the free agent market on Thursday, signing defenceman Rob Scuderi to a four-year, $13.6 million contract. Scuderi, 30, tallied 16 points in 81 games with the Pittsburgh Penguins last season and helped ...

Tough call for LaBarbera to leave Canucks

Fri, 03 Jul 2009 09:14:53 GMT

Jason LaBarbera has a new hockey home -- he's either a member of the Phoenix Coyotes or the Hamilton Blackberries.

Another Canadien defection?

Fri, 03 Jul 2009 08:13:06 GMT

The Koivu brothers could be together again in Minnesota. After committing $30 million over six years to Martin Havlat during the flurry of the first day of free agency, Wild general manager Chuck Fletcher yesterday turned his focus to Saku Koivu , the top center currently on the open market.

FLYERS Popular ex-Av fit for Philly - FOXSports.com

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 20:38:00 GMT

The free-agent forward accepted a three-year contract worth $3.5 million. The Avalanche offered Laperriere, 35, a one-year deal worth less than the $1.15 million he made last season. The offer was rejected last week. The NHL 's free- agent signing ...

Wings close on Leino, not Samuelsson

Fri, 03 Jul 2009 07:00:00 GMT

DETROIT - The Red Wings may announce a two-year deal for restricted free agent forward Ville Leino as early as Friday.

Scuderi leaves Pens to sign with the Kings

Fri, 03 Jul 2009 07:00:00 GMT

The Los Angeles Kings have a four-year deal in place with free-agent defenseman Rob Scuderi, who helped the Pittsburgh Penguins beat the Red Wings in the Stanley Cup finals.

Kings give 'Piece' chance - Beaver County Times

Fri, 03 Jul 2009 04:01:00 GMT

Can?t say Rob Scuderi is underpaid or underrated. Far from it. The former Penguins defenseman signed a four-year, $13.6 million contract with the Los Angeles Kings on Thursday, the second day of the NHL?s free agent signing period. Scuderi?s ...

The Shaq Show arrives in Cleveland

Fri, 03 Jul 2009 06:00:00 GMT

Laughing and loose, Shaq looked at home. Shaquille O'Neal and his oversized persona debuted in Cleveland on Thursday with a goal for next season.

Veterans, youth make up Canadian Olympic camp invites

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 20:46:10 GMT

Steve Yzerman's wish list for Canada's entry at the 2010 Winter Olympics includes, skill, speed, grit and versatility.

Murray pulls deal off table - SLAM! Sports

Fri, 03 Jul 2009 13:05:00 GMT

Dany Heatley might want to start thinking about a plane reservation to Ottawa for the start of Senators training camp in September. Unless the Oilers are willing to up the ante -- possibly taking another contract off the hands of Senators GM Bryan ...

Clifford makes big leap to second round

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 19:43:01 GMT

It's players like Kyle Clifford that make the National Hockey League Entry Draft exciting.

Veterans, youth make up Canadian Olympic camp invites

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 19:30:21 GMT

Steve Yzerman's wish list for Canada's entry at the 2010 Winter Olympics includes, skill, speed, grit and versatility.

Ontario Extends Qualifying Offers To Eight Players - OurSports Central

Fri, 03 Jul 2009 20:15:00 GMT

ONTARIO, Calif. - The Ontario Reign, proud affiliate of the NHL Los Angeles Kings and AHL Manchester Monarchs, announced today that they have extended qualifying offers to eight players. The players that have received qualifying offers from the Reign ...

2 Bolts invited to Hockey Canada camp, but not Stamkos

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 18:53:31 GMT

Tampa Bay Lightning center Steven Stamkos was left off the list of invitees to Team Canada's Olympic orientation camp, which will be held in Calgary August 24-27. Tampa Bay veterans Vinny Lecavalier and Marty St.

Healthy Johnson among 34 invited to US Hockey camp

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 18:43:28 GMT

St. Louis Blues defenseman Erik Johnson , who missed all of last season because of a knee injury, was among 34 players invited to the U.S. Olympic hockey camp Tuesday for next year's Vancouver Games.