Eric Tulsky has two situations to deal with right now.
That of Martin Necas, and that of Jake Guentzel.
Will the Hurricanes’ new GM be able to bring one of them back to Carolina long-term? It might be difficult… But according to the latest news, that would be the goal.
At least that’s what Elliotte Friedman said on Jeff Marek’s show earlier today.
Sportsnet’s insider claims there is “momentum” in the discussions between the Guentzel and Hurricanes clans…
And that the club would like to come to an agreement before the draft, which will take place tomorrow:
Recall that the Kings, the Stars and the Red Wings were also named among the teams interested in the services of the star forward.
That said, I have a hard time believing that he’s going to sign a new deal in Carolina with everything that’s going on with the Hurricanes right now… But at this point, there’s nothing that surprises me in the NHL anymore.
The case will be one to watch in the coming hours, to say the least.
Oh, and speaking of the Hurricanes…
It should be noted that according to Jimmy Murphy, the CH is still in the running for Martin Necas:
Will Jacob Trouba be traded?
The Rangers captain is – with all due respect – one of the most detestable players in the NHL.
And I don’t need to explain myself for you to understand the essence of my last sentence.
But now Trouba’s future in New York seems to be uncertain.
For what?
Because the Rangers asked him to submit a list of 15 teams he doesn’t want to be traded to:
Jacob Trouva slowed down.
He no longer collects as many points as before (22 in 69 games last season) and even if he brings strength to the Blue Shirts lineup, it is especially his salary that hurts.
At $8 million per season for a player of his caliber, it’s too much.
That said, if there is a transaction, the Rangers will have to find a way to keep part of his salary.
Because there is no NHL GM who wants to acquire a Trouba at $8 million per year.
The Utah team is looking for an elite defender
Things could be pretty interesting next season in Salt Lake City.
We will have the opportunity to see Utah HC play the first season in its history and Bill Armstrong, who is GM of the club, wants to be aggressive on the market this summer to allow the team to be competitive from on Day 1.
That said, what is circulating at the moment is that the team is looking for a defender who can play on the first pair.
And obviously, Mike Matheson’s name comes up in the discussion because it fits with the team’s needs in Salt Lake City.
Utah HC holds the 6th pick in the first round of the upcoming draft.
Should Kent Hughes call Bill Armstrong to cast a line in the water?
After all, with the 5th and 6th picks, the Canadiens GM could afford to select a quality forward AND defender…
Casey DeSmith could be back in Vancouver
Casey DeSmith played a total of 29 games last season with the Canucks.
And he did relatively well under the circumstances, finishing the campaign with a respectable 12-9-6 record.
The former CH will, however, be without a contract from July 1 and he will be free as the air.
What awaits him next?
Well, it looks like the possibility of him staying in Vancouver is on the table right now.
I find that logical.
Casey DeSmith is not a number one goaltender in the NHL, but he is capable of getting the job done as a number two.
In any case, the Canucks are already counting on the services of Thatcher Demko, who is seen by many as one of the best in his position…
But the idea of bringing back the Demko – DeSmith duo is not crazy because they both have experience.
Speaking of goalies…
Speaking of goalkeepers, you should know that the market will not be incredible this summer.
But there are still guys who could be of interest to other teams if necessary.
For example?
Logan Thompson (one season left on his contract), Anthony Stolarz (free agent), Adin Hill (one season left on his contract) and Laurent Brossoit (free agent) will be ones to watch:
The Knights have two good goalies and could trade one to gain reinforcements on defense or offense.
In my eyes, the option of going for a striker is logical…
Because the Knights will have to find a way to replace Jonathan Marchessault in the offensive lineup.
A lot of
– Yes!
– Levshunov in Chicago, it’s starting to make a lot of noise.
– A big contract for Max Domi in Toronto?
– There is already interest in Ryan Suter.
– I adore!
