April 2009 - Hockey Wiretap

Balsillie Sets Deadline For Coyotes Deal
Billionaire Jim Balsillie has submitted an amended proposed agreement to buy the bankrupt Coyotes.

AP

Wings Still Upset Over Crosby's Slight
Two months later, the Red Wings are still upset that Sidney Crosby didn't shake Nick Lidstrom's hand quickly after Game 7 of the Stanley Cup Finals.

Detroit Free Press

Devils Take Shot At 'New Jersey' Nets
The New Jersey Devils took a shot at the Nets' decision to remove 'New Jersey' from their road uniforms in the form of a billboard.

Star-Ledger

Wild In Talks With Alex Tanguay
Alex Tanguay is considering a contract offer from Minnesota.

Star Tribune

Nabokov Isn't Happy With Playoff Performance
Sharks goalie Evgeni Nabokov still has a bad taste in his mouth following the team's first-round loss to the Ducks.

San Jose Mercury News

Mueller Ready For Rebound For Coyotes
Peter Mueller has slimmed down this offseason as he aims to bounce back from a "subpar" year.

Arizona Republic

Chelios Won't Discuss Playing For Blackhawks
Chris Chelios is looking for a place to play next season, but won't discuss the possibility of re-joining the Blackhawks.

ESPN

Predators Sign Goc To Two-Way Contract
The Predators have added depth to their lower lines by signing center Marcel Goc to a two-way contract.

Tennessean

Kovalchuk, Thrashers Moving Slowly In Talks
The Thrashers continue to negotiate with Ilya Kovalchuk about a new contract.

Atlanta Journal-Constitution

Heatley Trade Unlikely Before Camp
Senators general manager Bryan Murray says it's unlikely that the club will be able to trade Dany Heatley prior to training camp.

Ottawa Citizen

Sundin To Decide On Future Soon
Mats Sundin is expected to decide on his NHL future soon.

ESPN

Leafs Name Dineen, King Assistant Coaches For Marlies
The Maple Leafs announced Friday that Gord Dineen and Derek King have been named assistant coaches of the AHL Marlies.

Press Release

Heatley's Unhappy In Ottawa
Dany Heatley is not happy with his diminished role on the Senators, and wants to be traded.

AP

Messier Denies He's Candidate For Oilers' Coaching Job
Mark Messier has denied rumors that he's a candidate to become the next head coach of the Oilers.

Edmonton Journal

Wild In Talks With Alex Tanguay
Alex Tanguay is considering a contract offer from Minnesota, the winger's agent told the Star Tribune on Thursday.

Star Tribune

Senators' Melnyk Fires Back At Balsillie
Senators owner Eugene Melnyk has fired back at billionaire Jim Balsillie.

AP

Sabres Sign Cowan To One-Year Deal
The Sabres signed LW Jeff Cowan to a one-year deal on Thursday.

AP

Disgruntled Heatley To Break Silence
Disgruntled Senators forward Dany Heatley is planning to break his silence about his relationship with the team on Friday.

AP

Capitals' Theodore's 2-Month-Old Son Dies
The 2-month-old son of Capitals goaltender Jose Theodore has died.

AP

Ducks Sign Festerling To Two-Year Deal
The Ducks have signed D Brett Festerling to a two-year deal through the 2010-11 NHL season.

RealGM Staff Report

Kessel Isn't Concerned About Possible Trade
Phil Kessel doesn't know if the Bruins are going to trade him, but isn't concerned about things he can't control.

Toronto Sun

Kane Indicted On Misdemeanor Charges
Patrick Kane was indicted Wednesday on misdemeanor assault and theft charges after he was accused of beating up a cab driver over a fare dispute.

AP

Hurricanes Add Veteran Yelle To Roster
The Hurricanes and veteran center Stephane Yelle have agreed to a one-year deal.

AP

Chelios Has Offers From KHL Clubs
Chris Chelios isn't close to a deal with an NHL team, but he has offers on the table from teams in Russia's KHL.

ESPN

DA: Grand Jury Charges Likely For Kane
The district attorney in Buffalo says he expects a grand jury to announce charges Wednesday against Patrick Kane.

ESPN

Sources: Red Wings, Bertuzzi Agree To Deal
The Red Wings have agreed to terms on a deal with F Todd Bertuzzi, pending passing a physical.

ESPN

Chelios Wants To Play For Leafs
Chris Chelios is lobbying for a job with the Maple Leafs.

Toronto Sun

Rangers No Longer Interested In Heatley, Richards
There had been rumors that the Rangers were interested in Dany Heatley and Brad Richards, but the signing of Vaclav Prospal should end whispers.

FOX Sports

Brad May Won't Get Offer From Toronto
Brad May's NHL career is likely over after 17 seasons and more than 1,000 games.

Toronto Sun

Chicago's Kane: 'I Sincerely Apologize'
Patrick Kane read a statement on Monday apologizing for the pain he's caused those close to him.

ESPN