http://bleacherreport.com/articles/1305372-nhl-trade-rumors-and-free-agency-are-the-latest-rumors-fact-or-fiction/page/5

Here's a link to a rumor for a flyers D man......from a good source!!!!
- huks99

No disrespect meant to the few good writers on that site but most of the writers are meh. and second of all, how is that "fact". where is it proven outside of Hockeyinsider said it?

Anyone who references HockeyInsider is incredibly naive--so it's not surprising Bleacher Report would do that.

95% of these "insiders" aren't even close to what their credentials say they are.

The latest insider "rumor" going around is Read for Cody Franzon. I swear, these guys just pick random players and throw their names out.

No disrespect meant to the few good writers on that site but most of the writers are meh. and second of all, how is that "fact". where is it proven outside of Hockeyinsider said it?
- nastyflyergirl

I stopped writing for them months ago, get everything i need here.

I stopped writing for them months ago, get everything i need here.
- JoeRussomanno

I agree (regarding everything here). And thanks for keeping things interesting here while I was on break. The more talented posters, the better!

Cheers!

Anyone who references HockeyInsider is incredibly naive--so it's not surprising Bleacher Report would do that.

95% of these "insiders" aren't even close to what their credentials say they are.

The latest insider "rumor" going around is Read for Cody Franzon. I swear, these guys just pick random players and throw their names out.
- KGBflyers10

actually I'm not sure if that guy is a source they actually allow. I hated doing those stinking rumor articles but during the internship I did for them I got tons of them assigned to me. Thing is they are actually strict about the sourcing in their guidelines but it depends on the editors discretion. I never even heard of Hockey insiderr while writing for them but I can tell you another "insider" got completely blocked from writing for them because he did the same stuff.

Imo what they care about is drawing reads first and foremost. Lot of nice people over there and writers who really try their best, just have to be selective with that site because its pretty much open as long as you can pass the screening process.

actually I'm not sure if that guy is a source they actually allow. I hated doing those stinking rumor articles but during the internship I did for them I got tons of them assigned to me. Thing is they are actually strict about the sourcing in their guidelines but it depends on the editors discretion. I never even heard of Hockey insiderr while writing for them but I can tell you another "insider" got completely blocked from writing for them because he did the same stuff.

Imo what they care about is drawing reads first and foremost. Lot of nice people over there and writers who really try their best, just have to be selective with that site because its pretty much open as long as you can pass the screening process.
- JoeRussomanno

Let's just say their loss is our gain here on HB!

Cheers!

Let's just say their loss is our gain here on HB!

Cheers!
- Daman

Cheers!

Shane Doan reportedly has a four-year, $30 million offer on the table from the Buffalo Sabres. According to ESPN's John Buccigross, the Phoenix Coyotes are prepared to only go up to a two-year deal right now. Free agency has been put on ice lately while labor talks are in full swing, so there hasn't been much news or movement on Doan front.
Source: John Buccigross on Twitter

To be crystal clear (reference to Tom Cruise, A Few Good Men) - is there a list of pre-approved posters that are allowed to post rumors without sources?

I am not sure if I am on the list, but I set the odds on 40% yes, 60% no.
- Daman

- phi1671

I assume by your Lols that you are thinking more like 30 / 70?

brutal

brutal
- Don'tForgetTocchet

but is it "legitimate" brutal?

Shane Doan reportedly has a four-year, $30 million offer on the table from the Buffalo Sabres. According to ESPN's John Buccigross, the Phoenix Coyotes are prepared to only go up to a two-year deal right now. Free agency has been put on ice lately while labor talks are in full swing, so there hasn't been much news or movement on Doan front.
Source: John Buccigross on Twitter
- stveshdy

I don't have a problem with the deal if from a team on the verge of a cup.

But for the sabres, this isn't aggressive. It's dumb.

but is it "legitimate" brutal?

- BringBack25

but is it "legitimate" brutal?

- BringBack25

i'm going with "yes"

I don't have a problem with the deal if from a team on the verge of a cup.

But for the sabres, this isn't aggressive. It's dumb.
- Daman

Buffalo has been solid the past few years and last season they took a step backwards. I expect them to be better this year (if no lockout).

i'm going with "yes"
- Don'tForgetTocchet

Thank you for the confirmation (and the quotes).

Anyone who references HockeyInsider is incredibly naive--so it's not surprising Bleacher Report would do that.

95% of these "insiders" aren't even close to what their credentials say they are.

The latest insider "rumor" going around is Read for Cody Franzon. I swear, these guys just pick random players and throw their names out.
- KGBflyers10

Hockeyy Insiderr is Alexander Daigle per Incarcerated Bob.

brutal
- Don'tForgetTocchet

What's brutal, the Sabre's offer? I agree.

Thanks for your hockey analysis and opinion - fun to discuss. But maybe you want to elaborate your comments so those that are a little slower (i.e. me) can follow along.

Cheers!

Buffalo has been solid the past few years and last season they took a step backwards. I expect them to be better this year (if no lockout).
- stveshdy

In my humble, hockey opinion, the Sabres aren't that close to a cup. They have a bunch of fine talented players on the team, but they are still behind the Rangers, Caps, Flyers, Pens, Canes, Devils maybe, etc.

They may even be behind TB, a team which I believe will be a surprise team. They have the best goal scorer in the league, and they added one of the top puck moving d-man as well. Goalie - another issue.

I assume by your Lols that you are thinking more like 30 / 70?
- Daman

yeah or like my insurance 20/80

has Doan signed yet?

Wow this blob is crazy in depth. TGFM .....Thank God For Meltzer

Hockeyy Insiderr is Alexander Daigle per Incarcerated Bob.
- NickTheKid87

That is 100% impossible and I can prove it. Daigle is WAAAY too lazy to type those extra y's and r's.

That is 100% impossible and I can prove it. Daigle is WAAAY too lazy to type those extra y's and r's.

- MBFlyerfan

That guy was pretty lazy!

To be crystal clear (reference to Tom Cruise, A Few Good Men) - is there a list of pre-approved posters that are allowed to post rumors without sources?

I am not sure if I am on the list, but I set the odds on 40% yes, 60% no.
- Daman

If you believe someone is in violation of a rule, please hit ! for a moderator to review.

And if you have anything else to say about the site or moderators, you can use the "Contact Us" link at the bottom of the page.