May 2008 - Hockey Wiretap

Avs' Wolski Out, Forsberg Questionable For Game 2
The Associated Press is reporting that Avalanche forward Wojtek Wolski will not play in Game 2 against the Red Wings because of an upper-body injury.

AP

Penguins' Roberts To Miss Second-Round Opener
Penguins' forward Gary Roberts' groin injury wll force him too miss Friday night's playoff game against the Rangers.

Associated Press

Round Two Predictions
Can Hendrik Lundqvist and the New York Rangers knock off the Penguins? Predictions on this series and the other three as well.

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Madden, Datsyuk, Zetterberg Named Selke Trophy Finalists
The Devils' John Madden and Red Wing' teammates Pavel Datsyuk and Henrik Zetterberg were named finalists on Friday for the Frank Selke Trophy, awarded annually to the NHL player who excels on defens

The Canadian Press

Lightning D Ranger Undergoes Shoulder Surgery
Tampa Bay Lightning defenseman Paul Ranger underwent shoulder surgery this week.

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Franzen's Goals Give Red Wings Win Over Avs
The Detroit Red Wings held on to beat the Colorado Avalanche 4-3 on Thursday night.

Associated Press

Montreal Wins Game 1; Flyers Question Refs' Calls
The Canadiens defeated the Flyers 4-3 in OT on Thursday night in Game 1 of their semi-final series.

The Canadian Press

Rangers Agree To Terms With Miika Wiikman
Rangers' GM Glen Sather announced on Thursday that the club has agreed to terms with goaltender Miika Wiikman.

Press Release

Gaborik's Hip Injury Will Keep Him Out Of World Championships
Marian Goborik's hip injury will keep him from playing in the World Championships this summer.

AP

Kings Agree To Terms With Bud Holloway
The Los Angeles Kings announced on Thursday that the club has agreed to terms with forward Bud Holloway.

Press Release

Stamkos Rated Top NHL Draft Prospect
Will the Lightning take Steve Stamkos with the No. 1 pick in the NHL draft scheduled for June 20-21 in Ottawa?

The Canadian Press

Lightning Sign Paul Szczechura To Two-Year Deal
The Lightning on Thursday announced that the club has signed F Paul Szczechura to a two-year contract.

Press Release

Datsyuk, Pominville, St. Louis Named Lady Byng Trophy Finalists
Pavel Datsyuk, Jason Pominville, and Martin St. Louis were named finalists for the Lady Byng Trophy on Thursday.

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GM Burke Will Remain With Ducks In 2008-09
The Ducks announced on Wednesday that GM Brian Burke will remain with the team through at least the 2008-09 season.

Press Release

Stars Send Baumgartner To AHL Manitoba
The Dallas Stars on Wednesday sent LW Nolan Baumgartner to Manitoba of the AHL.

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Rangers' Avery To Intern At 'Vogue'
The New York Rangers' Sean Avery, better known for his in-your-face antics on the NHL ice, will work as an unpaid intern at Vogue magazine this summer.

ABC News

Official: Canucks Announce Hiring Of Gillis As GM
The Vancouver Canucks have announced on Wednesday that Mike Gillis is the new General Manager of the club, replacing Dave Nonis.

The Canadian Press

Boudreau To Stay With Capitals
The Capitals have rewarded Coach Bruce Boudreau with a contract to remain in Washington.

AP

Kane, Toews, Backstrom Among Top Rookie Choices
Patrick Kane, Jonathan Toews, and Nicklas Backstrom were nominated on Wednesday for the Calder Trophy, presented annually to the NHL's top rookie.

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NBC Extends TV Contract With NHL
The NBC television network will continue to air NHL games next season, as announced on Wednesday by Dick Ebersol, chairman of the NBC Universal Sports & Olympics.

Associated Press

Preds' Erat To Play For Czechs At World Championship
Nashville Predators forward Martin Erat will play for the Czech Republic at the upcoming IIHF World Hockey Championship.

Associated Press

Roenick Leads Sharks To 5-3 Win Over Calgary
Behind Jeremy Roenick's two goals and two assists, the Sharks defeated the Flames 5-3 on Tuesday night to advance to the second-round of the NHL playoffs.

AP

Mike Gillis To Be Named Canucks New GM
The Canadian Press is reporting that Mike Gillis will be named the new General Manager of the Vancouver Canucks.

The Canadian Press

Flyers Win On Lupul's Goal
The Flyers' Joffrey Lupul scored 6:06 into OT in Game 7 Tuesday night, to lift Philadelphia to a 3-2 win over the Washington Capitals.

AP

Kings Agree To Terms With Oscar Moller On Three-Year Deal
The LA Kings have agreed to terms on a three-year entry-level deal with forward Oscar Moller on Tuesday.

Press Release

Zubov Practices, Could Play Soon
Dallas defenseman Sergei Zubov practiced on Tuesday, and it is believed that he could be ready to play for the Stars in the second round.

ESPN

Mikael Renberg Retires Due To Injury
Former NHL player Mikael Renberg, who spent several seasons with the Flyers has decided to retire due to a chronic groin injury.

Associated Press

Ducks Fine Scott Niedermayer $500,000
Scott Niedermayer was fined $500,000 by the Anhaeim Ducks for missing training camp, according to a Canadian Press report.

The Canadian Press

Red Wings' Kopecky Undergoes Knee Surgery
Detroit Red Wings' LW Tomas Kopecky underwent successful surgery to repair a torn ACL in his left knee on Tuesday.

yahoo.com

Lidstrom, Chara, Phaneuf Finalists For Norris Trophy
Nicklas Lidstrom, Zdeno Chara, and Dion Phaneuf have been announced as the finalists for the Norris Trophy, the award that goes to the NHL's top defenseman.

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