Detroit. The Wings had some interest last summer but weren't sure he was going to be as big of a difference maker as he proved he could be in Edmonton...The Oilers really want Russell to return.
On Evander Kane and Landeskog to...
Boston. The Bruins are trying to do a lot, and I mean a ton. I have heard they are trying to land not one, but both of Landeskog and Evander Kane...Kane is 100% on his way out of Buffalo I am told. I hate to ever say 100% about anything and I should know better by now...but that is a direct quote from someone with knowledge.
On Eberle to...
Montreal or Columbus... The Canadiens have liked Eberle since before he was drafted and have tried over the years to get him on several occasions.
On Isles and Avs trade rumor...
This has been kicking around for a while now, but I am told the Isles and Tavares really want to land Matt Duchene and could be offering up Hamonic, Halak (half salary) and one of their top offensive prospects. I haven't gotten a name yet, but I was told that he is player who could "step right into the Avs lineup."
On Galcheynuk for Stepan +
That's the rumor...the Habs want JT Miller somehow in the deal I am told...situation is very fluid, but talks are VERY strong.
Here is something fun for your Friday! I love this and that we live in a world where we can see these sorts of highlights from players when they were just kids...
We will discuss all this and the playoffs on the podcast today at 3pm...we will be joined by Preds PA man Paul McCann.