Oilers CEO doesn’t wish to be everlasting GM
Daniel Nugent-Bowman: The Edmonton Oilers shall be looking for a brand new GM as Ken Holland gained’t have his contract renewed. CEO Jeff Jackson isnt’ within the place: “I don’t have any intention of being the overall supervisor.”
Jackson mentioned it’s a precedence to discover a new GM however they don’t have a timeline. He’s their appearing GM.
Oilers not planning however contemplating a purchase out, and desire a GM earlier than a Draisaitl extension
Jason Greger: Oilers appearing GM Jeff Jackson on goaltender Jack Campbell: “We’re taking a look at each possibility, together with Jack. We aren’t planning that (buyout), however we’re contemplating it.”
Jackson on a GM and Leon Draisaitl extension: “We have to have our GM, earlier than we moving into the meat of that (Draisaitl contract extension). I’m assuming they (Draisaitl’s camp) will wish to know the way the GM is and what their plan is.”
NHL Rumors: Who Will Be the Subsequent Edmonton Oilers Basic Supervisor?
The Blackhawks are enthusiastic about signing Sam Lafferty
Elliotte Friedman of Sportsnet: The Blackhawks additionally received the rights to pending UFA Sam Lafferty within the commerce and they’re very enthusiastic about signing him.
Groups within the No. 2 total decide
Pierre LeBrun: Groups are calling the Chicago Blackhawks concerning the No. 2 decide and so they’re being advised it’s not accessible.
The asking value for No. 4 is excessive
Anthony Di Marco: Groups have contacted the Columbus Blue Jackets concerning the No. 4 decide.
The worth is actual excessive with one individual saying “A King’s ransom.”
Maple Leafs goalie prospect heading to Toronto
Hockey Information Hub: Listening to that Toronto Maple Leafs goaltending prospect Artur Akhtyamov shall be leaving Ak Bars and heading to North America.
Terry Koshan: Akhtyamov’s agent Dan Milstein confirms the report that he’ll be coming to Toronto. He’s anticipated to reach subsequent week.
Akhtyamov is trending mighty good, Toronto. Might need one right here. https://t.co/DiMEyfxaXr pic.twitter.com/eJP4yViFfK
— Byron Bader (@ByronMBader) June 26, 2024
NHL Rumors: Jake Guentzel and Sleeper Groups
Is Jake Guentzel a chance for the Los Angeles Kings?
Dennis Bernstein: On the rumors that the Los Angeles Kings are enthusiastic about pending UFA ahead Jake Guentzel.
The Kings have about $23 million in cap area with 14 gamers underneath contract. Ahead Quinton Byfield wants a brand new contract. Guentzel could possibly be in search of $9 million a season.
“By no means say by no means however GMRB must do some vital roster carving.”
